Manhattan Fish Market

While I was out running errands for my bakes, had lunch at Manhattan Fish Market, White Sands outlet.

What I was actually eager to have were Garlic Butter Mussels, as I was disappointed that F.I.S.H didn't have those in their menu when I went there last month. So since my 'informant' confirmed that MFM is serving the mussels as appetizer, I looked forward to having my lunch there.

Garlic Butter Mussels

While the kids were indecisive whether to order the Fish & Chips or the Big Boat, me & mum proceeded to order the Seafood Platter - which consists of Garlic Butter Rice laid under light & crispy battered Fish & Chips, grilled mayo Prawns & crispy fried Calamaris. Delish!

Seafood Platter for 2

We were (pretty) sure we could have finished the platter, but half-way through, we gave up & packed some of it home.

Although the food is tasty & the price very reasonable, I was a little (just a teeny-bit) disappointed that the food didn't stay hot long enough. Other than that, food is good, reasonable price, friendly staff & nice ambience.

I Choose Not To Subscribe

Went over to Speakers Corner @ Hong Lim Park this afternoon. This was for supporting the "Mass Boycott Starhub/Singtel Overpriced World Cup package" event that has been the hot topic during this upcoming World Cup season.

So put my T-shirt on & headed down to Hong Lim Park to show my support.

And no, we are not subscribing & will not subscribe to the World Cup 2010 package this time. It's just too much!

Simply Brownie

This weekend's bake was a Brownie with simple melted choc deco, requested by Eina. Little did I know initially that Eina is actually the twin sister of Lina, whom I made Brownie for previously.

Eina had requested for the same deco I'd made for Lina, only this time hers should be in orange colour.

So here it is - Simply Brownie for Eina.

Sabshuka

I finally managed to make my Sabshuka last week. It was after I 'forced' my family to eat re-heated food that I can squeeze this dish in... Otherwise I think my quest to find those coriander leaves was all for nothing & they would be left rotting in the crisper compartment.

Before breaking the eggs

Ready to eat!

How my week went by

I was in the mood to cook Sabshuka this week but was disappointed that I couldn't find fresh coriander leaves at any of the supermarkets. I couldn't even find them in the wet market early this week.

I gave up. Until DH suggested going to Mustafa Centre to get our monthly groceries yesterday. I almost gave again up cos I only saw Chinese Parsley available. After walking the aisle again that I saw what I've been looking for this whole week. Relief! Now I hope I won't be too tired after work tomorrow to use it in my Sabshuka dish.

I have originally planned to take a break till the end of the month before I start baking again. But couldn't help it. Although I am tired, with a stiff left shoulder & backache, I have to bake a Brownie for a friend today. How couldn't I when it was to celebrate her two lovelies' birthday (born on the same date just a year apart) & it's also her wedding anniversary.

So I started this morning baking a colourful Brownie Platter for the kids' birthday celebration & then a Cotton Cheesecake for herself.

I had a great time (eating too) at the barbeque gathering. There were really great food & wonderful company. We feel like we're a part of their family too.

I'm grateful that my friend was helping to 'promote' my Brownie to his family. And so a themed birthday Brownie will be coming up soon!