Molten Chocolate Cake ....
Don't look at me, admire the gorgeous steak.
Gutzy Weekly Digest 2024: Week 5 Highlights
2 months ago
Monday, January 29, 2007
Sunday, January 28, 2007
What Bullsh*t
http://www.channelnewsasia.com/stories/singaporelocalnews/view/255215/1/.html
"So if it's for the benefit of all Singaporeans we should just accept it and look back and say now we have moved on to 7 percent, see what the government can actually give back to us, in what transparent way so people will not question further," said Ricky Ng.
It's interesting to note that ChannelNewsAsia didn't seem to bother cleaning up the quotes, choosing instead to print them verbatim. Horrible grammar. And the benefit of all Singaporeans my ass la.
"Yes we do a lot in terms of in direct investment in them, education, transport, it's all subsidised there are a lot of investments in these areas, directly the students feel 'Hey what am I getting? Everybody is getting a progress package, an offset package what am I getting?'" said Michael Palmer, MP, Pasir Ris-Pungol GRC.
MPs have bad grammar too. The news agency should have at least edited his to spare him the embarrassment.
One felt Singapore could be poised for another economic boom, if all goes well.
"So therefore, with a fully recovered economy by 2006, plus moving forward, 2007, 2008, 2009 the two integrated resorts coming, I think tourism be driving the Singapore economy strongly, which will bring along with them education hub, health care hub, transport hub, telecommunication hub, financial and private banking," said Assoc Prof Tan Khee Giap, ASEAN Economies Monitoring Unit, Nanyang Technological University.
This joker too. It's almost a pain to read isn't it. And, if "all goes well" we'll all be wealthy immortals without a single care in the world.
Actually, after reading through the article again, I conclude that it is Dominique Loh, the article's author who has a grammar problem.
Besides the GST offset package, Associate Professor Tan says currently there are many social assistance schemes in Singapore to help the poor, but the real issue is actually how to get access to them. - CNA /dt
Sigh, I have problems doing my Java. That's what I'm pissed about.
"So if it's for the benefit of all Singaporeans we should just accept it and look back and say now we have moved on to 7 percent, see what the government can actually give back to us, in what transparent way so people will not question further," said Ricky Ng.
It's interesting to note that ChannelNewsAsia didn't seem to bother cleaning up the quotes, choosing instead to print them verbatim. Horrible grammar. And the benefit of all Singaporeans my ass la.
"Yes we do a lot in terms of in direct investment in them, education, transport, it's all subsidised there are a lot of investments in these areas, directly the students feel 'Hey what am I getting? Everybody is getting a progress package, an offset package what am I getting?'" said Michael Palmer, MP, Pasir Ris-Pungol GRC.
MPs have bad grammar too. The news agency should have at least edited his to spare him the embarrassment.
One felt Singapore could be poised for another economic boom, if all goes well.
"So therefore, with a fully recovered economy by 2006, plus moving forward, 2007, 2008, 2009 the two integrated resorts coming, I think tourism be driving the Singapore economy strongly, which will bring along with them education hub, health care hub, transport hub, telecommunication hub, financial and private banking," said Assoc Prof Tan Khee Giap, ASEAN Economies Monitoring Unit, Nanyang Technological University.
This joker too. It's almost a pain to read isn't it. And, if "all goes well" we'll all be wealthy immortals without a single care in the world.
Actually, after reading through the article again, I conclude that it is Dominique Loh, the article's author who has a grammar problem.
Besides the GST offset package, Associate Professor Tan says currently there are many social assistance schemes in Singapore to help the poor, but the real issue is actually how to get access to them. - CNA /dt
Sigh, I have problems doing my Java. That's what I'm pissed about.
Friday, January 26, 2007
$80 Steak anyone?
Morton's @ the Oriental. $430 bill for a 2 person dinner. Thanks Sheena =\
I haven't written in such a long time that the words get stuck at my fingertips much like how words get stuck in my throat when I try to speak. Anyway, the food was glorious, to say the least, so I shall attempt to do it justice.
It was my first time at Morton's, and Sheena's n-th time, so I felt a little uncomfortable. At least this time I was dressed for Morton's though. The last time I went to Morton's for cocktail, I was dressed in a frumpy polo tee and jeans, looking totally out of place among the tie-wearing yuppies lounging comfortably around and slurping $10 martinis.
Anyway we started with a martini each, and picked at Morton's signature onion bread that came freshly baked and in a portion so huge it takes a tremendous amount of will power to curb your tastebuds' whining about having "just one more bite".
There was a menu presentation where a trolley was rolled over by a friendly waitress who proceeded reciting the entire menu from memory. What was disconcerting was the life lobster that she had on the trolley. When describing the lobster dish, she picked it up at the tail and proceeded to show us how they'll cut the lobster; all these while the poor fellow was struggling with his claws bound.
I settled for a medium-rare ribeye steak that must have been at least 450grams. Couldn't finish it of course, not after wolfing down a significant portion of the onion bread and Morton's salad with blue cheese dressing. Delicious. Delicious would be an understatement in describing just how fantastic the steak tasted. I know, it's just beef. But there's something about the way they prepared it - no dressing of course - that seemed to bring out the beef's natural flavor, sweetness, and juiciness. The entire mouth is filled with the sweet, sweet, out of this world beef flavor that for just a single moment makes you feel like the steak is worth every cent of the $80 you're paying for it. The first thing I noticed was that the steak was hot. Usually steaks done rare or medium rare are simply warm, probably to preserve the bloodiness. Not so for the privileged steaks at Morton's. The outside of the steak's nicely grilled, yet the inside is red, bloody and juicy. I don't know how they do it, but I'm certain I loveeeee it.
Okay, quickly on to the desert before I head to the shower. I don't really like chocolate, not to mention chocolate cake, but the molten chocolate cake at Morton's was heavenly. There was more coco flavor than sugar and when paired with ice cream ... ah .. words really fail me.
Yum. Yum. Yum. Photos coming up soon. Off to shower!
I haven't written in such a long time that the words get stuck at my fingertips much like how words get stuck in my throat when I try to speak. Anyway, the food was glorious, to say the least, so I shall attempt to do it justice.
It was my first time at Morton's, and Sheena's n-th time, so I felt a little uncomfortable. At least this time I was dressed for Morton's though. The last time I went to Morton's for cocktail, I was dressed in a frumpy polo tee and jeans, looking totally out of place among the tie-wearing yuppies lounging comfortably around and slurping $10 martinis.
Anyway we started with a martini each, and picked at Morton's signature onion bread that came freshly baked and in a portion so huge it takes a tremendous amount of will power to curb your tastebuds' whining about having "just one more bite".
There was a menu presentation where a trolley was rolled over by a friendly waitress who proceeded reciting the entire menu from memory. What was disconcerting was the life lobster that she had on the trolley. When describing the lobster dish, she picked it up at the tail and proceeded to show us how they'll cut the lobster; all these while the poor fellow was struggling with his claws bound.
I settled for a medium-rare ribeye steak that must have been at least 450grams. Couldn't finish it of course, not after wolfing down a significant portion of the onion bread and Morton's salad with blue cheese dressing. Delicious. Delicious would be an understatement in describing just how fantastic the steak tasted. I know, it's just beef. But there's something about the way they prepared it - no dressing of course - that seemed to bring out the beef's natural flavor, sweetness, and juiciness. The entire mouth is filled with the sweet, sweet, out of this world beef flavor that for just a single moment makes you feel like the steak is worth every cent of the $80 you're paying for it. The first thing I noticed was that the steak was hot. Usually steaks done rare or medium rare are simply warm, probably to preserve the bloodiness. Not so for the privileged steaks at Morton's. The outside of the steak's nicely grilled, yet the inside is red, bloody and juicy. I don't know how they do it, but I'm certain I loveeeee it.
Okay, quickly on to the desert before I head to the shower. I don't really like chocolate, not to mention chocolate cake, but the molten chocolate cake at Morton's was heavenly. There was more coco flavor than sugar and when paired with ice cream ... ah .. words really fail me.
Yum. Yum. Yum. Photos coming up soon. Off to shower!
Tuesday, January 23, 2007
Burping Durians
Yup, like the title of the post says, I taste and smell durian every time I burp. Went to Geylang for some really expensive durians with Weeli, Edwin, and Sheena. $10 per kilo, at approx 3 kilos per durian. Came up to $60 for two durians after discount.
The awesome taste and creamy texture of the durian more than makes up for it though. Yum.
Okay, bed time. And I know I write like a secondary school kid. =D This happens whenever I return after a long period of not writing.
Good nights.
The awesome taste and creamy texture of the durian more than makes up for it though. Yum.
Okay, bed time. And I know I write like a secondary school kid. =D This happens whenever I return after a long period of not writing.
Good nights.
Friday, January 19, 2007
Ben Folds Five - Regrets
I thought about sitting on the floor in second grade
I couldnt keep the pace
I thought I was the only one moving in slow motion
While the other kids knew something I did not
But if I acted like a clown
I thought it would get me through, it did
But that dont work no more
Youre not a kid no more
I thought Id do some travelling
Never did
Regrets, regrets
I thought about the hours wasted
Watching tv, drinking beer
I thought about the things I thought about
Until immobilized with fear
And all the great ideas I had
And how we just made fun
Of those who had the guts to try and fail
And then I ended up in jail
Regrets, regrets
... but just for a day
Seems the police had made a computer mistake
Said there must be thousands like me with the
Same name
Anyway, I thought about the things I settled for
Or never tried
I never visited my grandma even once
When she was sick before she died
So I dont blame you if you never come to see me
Here again
Regrets, regrets
I couldnt keep the pace
I thought I was the only one moving in slow motion
While the other kids knew something I did not
But if I acted like a clown
I thought it would get me through, it did
But that dont work no more
Youre not a kid no more
I thought Id do some travelling
Never did
Regrets, regrets
I thought about the hours wasted
Watching tv, drinking beer
I thought about the things I thought about
Until immobilized with fear
And all the great ideas I had
And how we just made fun
Of those who had the guts to try and fail
And then I ended up in jail
Regrets, regrets
... but just for a day
Seems the police had made a computer mistake
Said there must be thousands like me with the
Same name
Anyway, I thought about the things I settled for
Or never tried
I never visited my grandma even once
When she was sick before she died
So I dont blame you if you never come to see me
Here again
Regrets, regrets
Saturday, January 06, 2007
Missing
A distinct lack of character; that's what my problem is, according to friends whom I've known since early adolescence and who have witnessed my passage in and out of relationships. Weeli says I've no personality of my own, and that I need time alone to grow and develop into a Shaun who is rightfully and completely me. Daryl says I mold myself to become the man the person I'm currently dating wants me to be. I present a perfect guy to my partner, and the problems come when cracks appear, and some other, less desirable parts of me manifest themselves.
The past two months have forced me to look within myself and find something tangible to hold on to, in order to preserve my sanity. I've explored the limits of tolerance and trust, of the concept and ideal of love, of both giving and receiving. I see the world in shades of grey, where perfect truths are hard to come by and the best you can hope for is a lighter shade of grey. Reality has sent it's warmest welcome, and this is my inauguration.
There are positive notes in this symphony of course, and appreciating them and only them is a "survival skill" as my MA1301 lecturer so aptly put it. The jury is still out on whether this will lead to blessed contentment or a silent insanity.
Speaking of maths, my lecturer for Discrete Structures that I have to take next year has just sent me the most depressing email I've received this year(all 5 days of it):
School is starting, and I'm horribly unprepared. Oh, that reminds me. I do know a trait that is wholly mine - laziness, sloth, indolence, whatever you call it, I'm lazy as hell =) isn't it strange that sloth is the single most outstanding quality that I am sure stems from within me?
The past two months have forced me to look within myself and find something tangible to hold on to, in order to preserve my sanity. I've explored the limits of tolerance and trust, of the concept and ideal of love, of both giving and receiving. I see the world in shades of grey, where perfect truths are hard to come by and the best you can hope for is a lighter shade of grey. Reality has sent it's warmest welcome, and this is my inauguration.
There are positive notes in this symphony of course, and appreciating them and only them is a "survival skill" as my MA1301 lecturer so aptly put it. The jury is still out on whether this will lead to blessed contentment or a silent insanity.
Speaking of maths, my lecturer for Discrete Structures that I have to take next year has just sent me the most depressing email I've received this year(all 5 days of it):
Hi,
Chapter has been uploaded. Please go to IVLE.
See you next Tuesday.
TSTay
School is starting, and I'm horribly unprepared. Oh, that reminds me. I do know a trait that is wholly mine - laziness, sloth, indolence, whatever you call it, I'm lazy as hell =) isn't it strange that sloth is the single most outstanding quality that I am sure stems from within me?
Wednesday, January 03, 2007
Monday, January 01, 2007
Where oh where, can my guests be?
More pics from Weeli's fantabulous post-christmas-pre-new-year dinner coming up very, very soon =)
The Artful Drinker
"..3, 2, 1 HAPPY NEW YEAR" and I knocked back a generous portion of Johnnie Walker Black Label. Kicking off 2007 with a stiff drink might be an ominous sign of impending alcoholism but who cares, your liver is only young once, do not deprive it of alcohol! Just as you would keep your brain sharp by doing logic problems, you keep your liver healthy by drinking alcohol and giving it work to do! Just remember, everything in moderation.
I slept not a single wink the previous night. Was up the entire night, followed by church, and lunch at Manhattan Fish Market, a poseur Malaysian "Fish and Co" clone with pretty awesome food. Rushed home, slept 2 hours, then made my way to Qingwei's place.
Dying now. My 2006 round-up post, and mandatory I-will-be-a-better-person 2007 post will have to come when I wake.
System.out.println("Good night world");
Oh, and Jianming, you're not forgotten. Happy new year brother, and please, I haven't seen you since before I went to Shanghai! Meet us soon!
I slept not a single wink the previous night. Was up the entire night, followed by church, and lunch at Manhattan Fish Market, a poseur Malaysian "Fish and Co" clone with pretty awesome food. Rushed home, slept 2 hours, then made my way to Qingwei's place.
Dying now. My 2006 round-up post, and mandatory I-will-be-a-better-person 2007 post will have to come when I wake.
System.out.println("Good night world");
Oh, and Jianming, you're not forgotten. Happy new year brother, and please, I haven't seen you since before I went to Shanghai! Meet us soon!
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