[F.T] AZUR Chinese New Year 2014!

With the Chinese New Year Song Ringing in your ear when you step in to any shopping mall or shops in Singapore, Are you already feeling the CNY mood like I do? :) And with CNY comes reunion dinners and friends gathering for steamboat and lou hei, but do you want to make some special changes this year? Why not have your reunion/gathering dinner a buffet style? :)

Azur Restaurant aims to bring a taste of spring home with sumptuous Prosperity Yusheng options created by Executive Chef, Andrew Tharm, and his skilled team of culinary professionals available from 20 January – 14 February 2014.

Crowne Plaza's Prosperity Yusheng - Contemporary Version $48++

Alternatives are available: Wolf Herring ($48++), Sliced Abalone ($88++) and Mock Abalone ($42++)(Vegetarian Option) Each Set of Yusheng can serve up to 8 people and is also available for takeaway!

I love Lou Hei (Prosperity Toss) because of the salmon or the fishes that goes along with the shredded vegetables and the process of tossing where everyone will say good wishes for the New Year like "Best of luck for Work!", "Hope to strike 4D ah!" , "Good Health the whole year!" etc. I love the joyous vibes that radiates off everyone.

The following dishes that you are about to see are all available on the buffet line, eat to your heart's Content!

Smoked Duck with Citrus Fruit & Lychee

This refreshing cold dish will be served at the appertizer station (remember that Azur has a Buffet Line). Welcome Spring with this pair, Succulent Smoked Duck paired with citrus fruit to give a sweet start to spring!

Fortune Pig Trotter with Dried Oyster and Black Moss

Traditional CNY Hot Dish served Piping hot in chaffers. This Pig Trotters has Melt in your mouth Fats and Tender Meat. I think this is enough reasons for you to go try it! I personally loved it!

Double Boiled Dried Scallop and Golden Enoki Soup with Shredded Meat

Served as Asian Option at the Crown Soup Kettle (Next to seafood on ice)

Fried Rice with Eight Treasures

Executive Chef Andrew Tharm's rendition of 八宝炒饭. The 8 Treasures are: Gingko Nuts, Lotus, Prawns, Ham, Edamame, Waxed Pork Belly, Carrots and Eggs. This is one fried rice I would not miss out on the buffet spread. Normally I would skip the Carbs when I'm having a buffet but for this, I'll definitely make an exception. Fresh Prawns and crunchy nuts and the flavour of  the Waxed Pork Belly & Ham makes it unstoppable!

Steamed Seabass with Snow Fungus and Lilt Flower

The Most Important point for all seafood dishes is Freshness. If it's Fresh, It's good enough for me. The Vibrant Colours of the wolfberries and Lilt Flowers made this simple Steamed Seabass dish a more appetizing (and photo worthy) one!

Sea Cucumber with Chinese Mushroom Casserole

I'm no Veggie person but the cut of the Sea Cucumber in this dish is definitely eye opening. And Mushroom Lovers, Please just go dive into the huge Chinese Mushroom goodness. The other diners at the table were praising the mushrooms for being huge and not tough.

Eefu Noodles with Shimeji and Yellow Chives

I'll Love My Ee Fu Noodles Anywhere Possible. It's almost hard to find a good Eefu noodle out there now in Singapore that I treasure every single time I have it, and Azur's Version did not disappoint!

Osmanthus Creme Brulee with Seasonal Berries

A Play on the western style dessert with a touch of oriental goodness - the Fragrant Osmanthus Flower infused into the creme brulee is definitely a first for me and it was delighfully pleasant. 

Cherry Clafoutis with Vanilla Sauce

The Cherry Clafoutis is a light pudding filled with juicy cherries. Vanilla sauce is served seperately to be drizzled as per customer's desire at the Dessert Bar

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Check out the pricing for the Chinese New Year Period and so On so as to not miss out on this great spread by Azur, Crowne Plaza Hotel Changi Airport.

Chinese New Year Eve Reunion Dinner (30 January 2014)

Adult: $88++ Child: $44

Chinese New Year Brunch (31 January – 1 February 2014)

Adult: $68++ Child: $34++

Chinese New Year Dinner (31 January – 1 February 2014)

Adult: $78++ Child: $39++

Auspicious Buffet Lunch (3 – 7, 10 – 14 February 2014)

Adult: $48++ Child: $24++

Auspicious Buffet Dinner (2 – 14 February 2014)

Adult: $58++ Child: $29++

Auspicious Buffet Brunch (2, 8 – 9 February 2014)

Adult: $48++ Child: $24++


I would like to take this opportunity to wish Everyone a Advance Happy Chinese New Year & HUAT AH Everyone!!



Love, M♥

Tandoor accentuates the auspicious Yusheng for its Chinese diners‏

It My 2nd Favourite Time of the Year, It's Chinese New Year where family members gather around to reunite for a meal or 2, with little kids running around the house and unlimited steamboat everywhere and mahjong sessions till late at night. This year, CNY is coming early and Tandoor has something special for it's diners to indulge in this joyous season!

Flavoured with a myriad of spices such as cumin powder, coriander, nutmeg, onion, ginger and sweetened with the palatable mango juice, the Yusheng sauce is an appetizing mix conjured to bring a refreshing stream of good blessings and prosperity to the Year of the Horse.

The salad itself presents popular traditionally used ingredients including dried mandarin orange, nutmeg, red and yellow ginger, carrots and julienne lettuce, together with a dash of sweet winter melon to lend extra sweetness to the days ahead.

Diners can choose to have the Yusheng with Abalone or Fresh Salmon to kick start their meals at Tandoor or takeaway for homely celebrations from 25 January to 14 February 2014.

pic credit: Tandoor

Prices are as below:

Abalone Prosperity Yusheng

Small S$58++

Large S$78++

Fresh Salmon Prosperity Yusheng

Small S$48++

Large S$68++

Tandoor

Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre

11 Cavenagh Road, Basement One

Singapore 229616

I can't wait for my Yu Sheng Ceremony to start this year! Hehe.

With Love, M♥

How was My 2013?

As the year is coming to an End, Many Thoughts are flowing through my mind and I wish to thank so many people for their help and understanding this year and I am also grateful for all the love that everyone have showered on me in 2013, My Readers, My Friends, My Sponsors, THANK YOU EVERYONE! ♥

Highlights of my year:

January:

My First Giveaway of the Year: http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/01/bio-essence-bio-spring-water-giveaway.html

My First Recipe on the Blog:

http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/01/diy-honey-crunchies.html

February:

I tried Si Chuan Food For the First time: http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/02/chengdu-restaurant-more-than-just-si.html

Rebonded My Hair After many Years: http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/02/hair-rebonding.html

March:

I got "Cheated" for the first time of my money due to my obsession: http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/03/hello-kitty-cup-noodles.html

My First Dining Experience at Nando's: http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/03/first-time-at-nandos.html

I attended a Talkshow recording for the first Time in my life and I got to meet many Stars and awesome people: http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/03/what-is-lol.html / http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/03/lol-toggle-recording-2.html

April:

I met Sharon Au & David Gan!!! http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/04/lol-toggle-x-sharon-au-david-gan.html

I went for my First Ever Food Trail: http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/04/bugis-junction-food-trail-part-1.html / http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/04/bugis-junction-food-trail-part-2.html

I made A Huge Decision which I am Glad I finally did: http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/04/a-simple-gathering-huge-decision.html

May:

I attended tasting sessions with New PRs and Got to make New Friends: http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/05/mothers-day-menu-at-medz.html / http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/05/the-boxing-crab-mothers-day-menu.html

My First Ribbing Session: http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/05/morganfields-singapore-at-star-vista.html

I went to See the Panda's with thanks to Openrice SG: http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/05/river-safari-kaikai-jiajia.html

June:

I Got Invited to my Favourite Secondary School Hang Out Place for a Tasting:  http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/06/eighteen-chef-at-cathay-cineleisure.html

Nothing Happening on my blog in June because I was too busy with my religious stuff which I find it hard to explain to everyone, I will explain it to you guys soon.. When I find the chance. :)

July:

LOL Toggle Recording for Season 2! Congratulations!! http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/07/lol-on-toggle-is-back.html

I went for my favourite Instant Food Brand, CP, Blogger's Party:  http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/07/cp-blogger-party-charoen-pokphand.html

August:

I did a guide on how to buy things from taobao using a agent(65Daigou.com):

http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/08/how-to-buy-things-from-taobao.html

And I got Up close with a French Model.. Oooohh.. http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/08/lol-toggle-fresh-faces-episode.html

September:

I Turned 21 YEARS OLD! :) (but my birthday chalet blog post is serverly overdue..)

http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/09/a-little-something-on-my-birthday.html

I participated in a Campaign and I won something for myself for the first time. :) http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/09/red-bull-real-sg-heroes.html

Went for my First Brunch Session with my family: http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/09/chock-full-of-beans-at-changi-village.html

I went for my first foot reflexology in Singapore at Feet Haven: http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/09/feet-haven-136-east-coast-road.html

October:

My Blog Turned 2 Years Old in October! http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/10/eatshopplay-2nd-anniversary.html

I found a beautiful place to have some good seafood and to chill out with friends! http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/10/the-cajun-king-your-cutlery-is-your.html

I went for another Food trail, this time in Tampines 1! http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/10/tampines-1-t1foodie-part-one.html

November:

The Christmas Mood was already setting in In November with LollyTalk! http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/11/lollytalk-christmas-edition-2013.html

Went on the Naval Ship RSS Endurance for the first time in my life and I must say I am Impressed! http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/11/navyvivo-by-republic-of-singapore-navy.html

First Blogshop Apparel Advert: http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/11/plusylicious-x-michhysaurous.html

December:

I've been busy hunting for presents and planning parties that I hardly had time to blog! REALLY PAISEH!

I had a sparkling Christmas with the Intercontinental Hotel Groups! http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/12/christmas-with-intercontinental-hotel.html

And I wanna Thank Morganfield's Singapore for giving me a Chance to host my own small Christmas Party with their Festive Christmas Platter! http://michhysaurous.blogspot.sg/2013/12/merry-christmas-with-morganfields.html

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All in all, My 2013 has been a Wonderful one and I could not have enjoyed it if without everyone who appeared in my life, With many First Times and Too many exciting memories that I will never forget. And also, I have witness the vulnerability of life with the few natural disasters that Happened and My most sincere condolence to their family.

I wish Everyone to have a great 2014 ahead and Start Buying all the Chinese New Year Clothes and Prepare to Gamble During the Chinese New Year to win some Extra Pocket Money! And I also wish myself to advance further in my career and also in my blogging world and I will say this again, I want to slim down! Hahahahaha! Let's see if I can do this in 2014 alright? :)

What's Huge that is coming up in 2014 for me is:

Bangkok Trip on 11-15 January!

Laneway Festival on 25th January!

2NE1 Concert on 4th April!

I can't wait for these exciting things to happen! Do you have things to look forward to in 2014? :) Share them with me! Hahaha, I would love to hear about it!

With Love, M♥

[F.T] Christmas with the Intercontinental Hotel Group

Christmas is just round the corner! Have you decided on where to head to for christmas night for a lovely night with your loved ones? :) I was invited to attend A Sparkling Christmas with the Intercontinental Hotels Group namely Crowne Plaza Changi Airport, Holiday Inn Atrium, Holiday Inn Orchard City Centre amd Intercontinental Singapore to have a first taste on what they have to offer this festive season! And I must say I'm quite surprised by the menu!

Tandoor from Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre served up an Indian X Christmas menu that was interestingly attractive. This Christmas Mince Pie a la Indiana is a crusty tart filled with dried fruit pudding and topped with a huge star is available on their Festive Gourmet Menu ($58) from 28 November to 1 January!

Tandoori Turkey & Roast Turkey($88++ Each) were baked with aromatic Indian spices for the wonderful flavour, definitely a different take on turkey this year!

Man Fu Yuan from Intercontinental Singapore has chose to Embrace the chinese in us (if you are a chinese) this festive season by serving up their Winter Solstice Festive Menu. Heartwarming dishes like the Claypot Rice ($12++ per pax) which allows diners to customize their own claypot rice with the many toppings available, for example: salted fish, Chicken, preserved duck etc.

If your elders do not like turkey, have a switch and try this Stew Duck with Yam! Tender pieces of duck meat and the melt in your mouth Yam pieces are sure to please them! 

The Nonya Assam Chilli Turkey by Chef Eric Neo of Intercontinental Singapore was my favourite that night! Surprisingly tender and flavourful turkey which taste a little like our Curry chicken. Yums!

For a Seafood Lover, I could not resist having seconds at the Holiday Inn Atrium The Melting Pot Cafe's Booth that night. Their Pan-seared Scallop on Fennel with a hint of Pernod Cream was refreshing and Huge! Yes, the plus sized scallops was topped with crispy rice krispies which added an additional punch to it!

And Of course, Which Christmas Party could do without a Log Cake? Festive Sweets are available as well, do check out what the Intercontinental Hotels Group have to offer!

Crowne Plaza Changi Airport's White Forest Log Cake ($62) is as good as it sounds! Velvety Smooth White Chocolate Mousse, filled with dark Cherries and Vanilla Beans, mmmm.. Sounds good enough for me to dive in!

Are things sweetening up this christmas for you? Personally I can't wait for christmas to come!

Merry Christmas Everyone! :)

With Love, M♥