A couple of years ago, I bought Alex a camera but she decided to sell it after a year or so because she wanted one with a higher resolution. She still hasn't bought a new cam … [Read more...]
Basic zone and creative zone
August 31, 2009 By 8 Comments
Shooting modes in digital SLR cameras fall under the basic zone and the creative zone. Most of the newer point-and-shoot models have these features too. The basic zone is … [Read more...]
Green tea and herb infusion
August 31, 2009 By 8 Comments
There are a lot of beliefs associated with a hot drink first thing in the morning. Some say it warms up the body and conditions it for physical activity. Others say a hot … [Read more...]
Hot and sour soup
August 31, 2009 By 10 Comments
My introduction to hot and sour soup was via a powdered mix in a Knorr packet. The powdered mix was dissolved in water, cooked until thick then a beaten egg was poured into a … [Read more...]
Headless monster
August 29, 2009 By Leave a Comment
If you were able to see the dragon in my garden, perhaps you'll see the headless monster in this photo. This was taken almost two years ago when Sam was in third year high … [Read more...]
Strawberry feathered cheese tart
August 29, 2009 By 12 Comments
When you hear the term "strawberry cheesecake", what comes to mind is a cheesecake topped with a jam-like mixture that is added after the cheesecake has been baked and allowed … [Read more...]
Thai pandan-wrapped chicken (gai ob bai toey)
August 28, 2009 By 19 Comments
Boneless chicken cutlets are marinated in sauces and spices, wrapped in aromatic pandan leaves and fried until crisp and browned. These nuggets are so flavorful they don't … [Read more...]
Collaboration with breakfast in bed
August 27, 2009 By 42 Comments
Married couples, especially those with kids, know that raising a family and running a household depend a lot on the successful collaboration between husband and wife. And part … [Read more...]
Upside-down Paradise banana pie
August 27, 2009 By 17 Comments
Upside-down pie? Yes, pie. Not cake, but pie. It may look like a cake but that's a crust that you see. Traditional sweet pastry crust with flour, butter, sugar and a little … [Read more...]
Beef rendang, a savory and spicy stew
August 27, 2009 By 30 Comments
This is an updated version of my beef rendang recipe. A traditional dish in Malaysia, beef rendang traces its origins from the Minangkabau ethnic group of the highlands of … [Read more...]
The anatomy of a noodle soup
August 26, 2009 By 16 Comments
It is difficult to talk about Asian cuisine without touching on the subject of noodle soup. Noodle soup is found across Asian cuisines from our own La Paz batchoy to the … [Read more...]
Death is a lucrative business
August 25, 2009 By 10 Comments
No one dies in this world without someone else trying to make money out of it. From companies selling memorial plans to developers of memorial parks to flower sellers. Want a … [Read more...]
Home-grown lime
August 25, 2009 By 14 Comments
The kaffir lime keeps dying on me but the native lime tree is now bearing fruits. Pretty soon, I won't have have to use bottle lime juice to make my Silom Sunrise. I'll just … [Read more...]
Sweet and spicy fish and tofu
August 25, 2009 By 7 Comments
Sweet and sour dishes are common. But sweet and spicy? Nothing irritatingly sweet, don't worry. It all starts with the basic sweet and sour sauce but there's less vinegar and … [Read more...]
Someone wants a Speedlite Flash for her birthday
August 24, 2009 By 8 Comments
Sam is on YM and asking for the birthday gift that I'm still saving up for -- a flash for her dSLR. Of course, I'm going to get her one -- she's taking up A.B. Photography … [Read more...]
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