You must have read the recent news on KFC after staff accidentally locked 5 customers inside outlet, causing a bad dining experience for the diners at Novena Square. We had another “experience” today while dining at Parkway Parade outlet.
I had a craving for KFC meal and made an impromptu trip to the outlet at Parkway Parade and queued up for a 2 piece meal. There was a queue and two staff were serving the customers.
One of the queue cleared and a male staff by the name of Reiner invited me over to take my order. I didn’t think much of it and made my order. While tending to me, Reiner kept addressing me as “lao ban” or “老板” in Chinese. I was just an ordinary customer, no difference from the rest and was obviously surprised by his gesture. I observed him and he delivered more than what any customer would expect within the space of 3 mins:
Addressed me as “lao ban” or “老板” throughout the order (I don’t think I deserve it)
I requested for chilli sauce and he provided me with chilli and tomato sauce (in case I need it)
Reiner handed me a leaflet of KFC coupons for me to use in future orders (saving my pocket)
Greeted me to enjoy my meal and have a nice day before I left (makes my day)
Reiner in red uniform with his Assistant Manager, Eden, definitely WOW our day!
You think that’s all, folks.
We left the outlet satisfied by his exemplary customer service. Just when we were getting ready to eat, I noticed a pink post-in note on our KFC meal box.
“Thanks you for choosing KFC as your meal. Hope I have WOW your day!”From Reiner (KFC PWP) 🙂
OMG, it’s not easy to find a customer service staff who is just earning a simple living to exhibit such enthusiasm and positiveness in his job. He takes so much pride in being a KFC staff! We are so blessed to be served by him.
A lesson learned today – take pride in whatever we are tasked to do. Our little actions can go a long way to make someone’s day. Thank you Reiner!
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Do you like the idea of reading a science magazine that has colorful pictures, educationalcontents that appeals to all and sparks your innate curiosity? I’m sure every parent would want to get hold of a copy.
The Young Scientists
If Science is not one of your kiddos’ favorite topics, I’m sure their opinion would change. The Young Scientists is a magazine that aimed to capture children’s imagination and instill a real passion for science. It’s a plus to know The Young Scientists is based on the latest Singapore MOE Primary Science Syllabus and complemented with PSLE format questions 🙂
Big and Small M were introduced to The Young Scientists last year and as parents, we noticed a notable change in their knowledge of wider surroundings. With the gain of general knowledge, they are able to identify of what and how of the happenings around them. They, too, are enthusiastic and drawn to the magazine’s contents. So to say, The Young Scientists magazines have become their “bedtime stories” for a long while. The spark of laughter and questions asking on the various topics in the magazine would pierced the otherwise, quiet bedroom every night.
A Science Magazine for All
Hey, we’re all born with an innate curiosity. Sometimes all we need is a little inspiration to tap into it. Not every child reads at the same level, and that’s okay. The Young Scientists offer different versions of Science magazines for your kiddos.
The recommendations in general are: Level 1 = Introduction to Science for Pri1 to Pri2 | Level 2 = Lower Block Science for Pri3 to Pri4 | Level 3 = Upper Block Science for Pri5 to Pri6 | Level 4 = Lower Sec Science (EA/NA) for students graduating Pri6 to Sec2.
The Young Scientists Level 3 explores further the intricacy and mysteries of Science with fascinating articles, challenging questions to enhance development of Science concepts, meaningful experiments to build confidence and interesting Science stories in comic format. Contents are designed in compliance with the upper block themes of the latest Primary Science Syllabus, viz. Cycles, Systems, Energy and Interactions.
2015 Young Scientists Collection Set (Level 3)
The Young Scientists Level 4 is specially designed and written for upper primary pupils and lower secondary students. The topics of the magazine aim to expose readers to more in-depth understanding of the themes of Diversity, Models, Systems and Interactions while maintaining the fun and exciting comic style which is the trademark of The Young Scientists magazine.
2015 Young Scientists Collection Set (Level 4)
There are 10 magazines in each pack. Each magazine comes with a set of questions as well for you to practice after reading.
Mini-Scientists in the Making
Children make excellent scientists – they’re curious, eager to learn and have open minds. With The Young Scientists magazine, just watch how your child cultivate a greater love and interest for Science!
What are you waiting for? Get a copy of The Young Scientists magazine for your child now!
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Young Scientists Reader
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WCEGA Tower, #21-72
Singapore 658065
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Today’s busy moms, don’t have enough hands, enough time in the day, or enough energy to balance work and play. As a stay home mum myself without a live in helper, there are countless time i have to skip meals to run errands.
When i get to know Milo Nutri G, I was like Oh.. new Milo, more for my kids. Then when I tasted this Nutritious wholegrain chocolate malt drink, yumm… It’s not as sweet as i thought, with a wholesome selection of 4 whole grains: oats, barley, brown rice and wheat, perfectly blended with PROTOMALT, milk and cocoa for a rich, delicious goodness that will fuel me. I can grab, go and drink! No more ‘rumbly in my tumbly’…
MILO® Nutri G™ is the latest breakthrough product from MILO®, specially formulated for adults to give you nutritious energy to power through the day.
A first of its kind in the world, MILO® Nutri G™ is crafted with a wholesome selection of 4 whole grains: oats(Rich in fibre), barley(Increases strength and endurance Keep hunger pangs at bay), brown rice(High in fiber and anti-oxidants Aids in digestion) and wheat(Rich in nutrients Provide sustainable energy), perfectly blended with PROTOMALT®, milk and cocoa for a rich, delicious goodness.
It is delicious when consumed chilled as it brings out the great MILO® taste loved by Singaporeans.
2 bottles a day give you the fibre equivalent of a bowl of rolled oats.
Milo Nutri G is available at all leading supermarkets and convenience stores island wide!
Each bottle retails at $1.20, while a packet of 6 is $6.95.
Katong has come a long way from its early days when it was filled with coconut plantations. While these plantations have since become a story of the past, Katong has continued to thrive as a vibrant neighbourhood filled with the charm of Peranakan culture. Pre-war shophouses, colonial bungalows, hip cafes, many culinary choices and exciting hotel accommodations are what you can expect to experience in this tourist attraction.
Nestled in the heart of Katong and Joo Chiat district, this 451-room Holiday Inn Express Singapore Katong is newly-opened! Built to cater to value-conscious travellers who want affordable accommodation, this hotel offers a perfect respite after a busy day of exploring city.
We arrived at the hotel lobby and were served by the friendly and hospitable staff.
Visitor Information booth.
Spacious indoor area for hotel guests to chill out.
More chill out spots at the outdoors too.
Hotel Rooms
There were 4 of us and our stay was made even more pleasant with the addition of connecting room.
While the rooms are relatively smaller, we were fine with it as each room was filled with the necessities to make our stay a pleasant one.
A great night’s sleep can’t be completed without a comfortable bed. We were pleased that Holiday Inn Express Singapore Katong has catered to this need nicely. Our bed was comfortable and there were choices of soft and firm pillows.
Hey, a cute little corner at the side of the bed for you to chill out 🙂
Bathroom
The bathroom was certainly clean and well-maintained. Towels and soap were sufficiently supplied. Guessed our only gripe was that iron was not found in the room.
The shower gave good pressure as well.
A wind down spot – beverage making.
It was a lovely touch by the hotel to introduce Smart TV in the rooms. While the hotel may not have a swimming pool, we were well-entertained by their Smart TV and the attractions in the vicinity.
Amenities and Facilities
Hotel Inn Express Singapore Katong offers no-frills amenities and facilities for its hotel guests. They include a fitness centre, self-service business centre, a meeting room, a laundry room, free and fast Wi-Fi, Free Express Start Breakfast or a Grab & Go option.
Self Service Business Centre with iMac desktop stations for guests to use.
If you have little cravings, the hotel also offers Grab & Go option.
Free Breakfast
Good morning, let’s head to the Great Room for our free Express Start breakfast. The selection of breakfast includes carrot cake, baked beans, sausages, scrambled egg, pastries as such.
We were particularly fascinated by this beverage machine. Very cute!
Nearby Attractions
Nothing beats staying in a hotel that offers strategic convenience for everyone. Let’s take a look at what’s in store in this great location:
Take a dip in the waters and explore East Coast Park. You can read our blog on 10 kids friendly activities at Big Splash here.
Embark on an adventure in Marine Parade with heritage trail. Read our blog on exploring the Joo Chiat / Katong famous architectural attractions here.
In mood for shopping? Do you know there are no lack of shopping centres in Katong. Read our blog on 12 shopping centres that shape Katong here.
Parkway Parade Shopping CentreI12 Shopping Centre. Located next to Holiday Inn Express Singapore Katong.
Feeling hungry? Too many dining spots to recommend in Katong. Read our blog on a highly-recommended cafe by the name of Streets ofLondon located at Katong Point which you might want to try out here.
Many Attractions, A Great Place to Stay
Styled with understated elegance, cosiness and affordability, Holiday Inn Express Singapore Katong is here to offer you a totally fulfilling experience.
If we enjoyed our stay here, so will you!
Congratulations to InterContinental Hotels Group on the opening of this 451-room Holiday Inn Express in Katong!
Address: 88 East Coast Road, Katong, Singapore 423371
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Strategic location in the theme park zone is definitely among the factors to let down your hair and fully enjoy the atmosphere of luxury accommodation at Hotel Jen Puteri Harbour, an upscale hotel which lends a touch of modern, minimalist settings. This is the first time for us having a staycation in this elegant hotel. We truly enjoyed every single moment here and here are the 5 reasons why Hotel Jen Puteri Harbour should be your preferred choice of stay:
Reason 1: Contemporary & Refreshing
Hotel Jen Puteri Harbour is formerly known as Traders Hotel Puteri Harbour.This re-branding is to cater to a new “Jeneration” of independently minded business and leisure travellers. We arrived at the hotel and went straight to check in. The process was seamless and hotel staff was all smiles and served us well. We received our room key but we wanted to explore the lobby first.
A nice touch by the hotel to offer complimentary fruit-infused waters. The kids were fascinated when colours and juices come together. They kept helping themselves to the complimentary juices.
The hotel understands the importance of staying connected. Hotel guests can expect to receive free WiFi everywhere and we are honest to say the signal is really strong! iMac desktop stations are placed at the lobby for guests to use.
It is a plus to findconvenient mobile charging stations at various points such as the the lobby, harbour cafe, gym and the Sky Bar for guests to charge their mobiles.
Reason 2: Rooms Are Spacious and New
Hotel Jen Puteri Harbour has 283 guestrooms with a choice of eight room types ranging from a 33sqm Deluxe Room to the 96sqm Speciality Suite. We stayed in the 33 sqm Deluxe Room and were contented that it was spacious and everything looked new.
We were surprised that the hotel did not place any tissue box in the room for guests to use.
Nothing thrills the kids more than having a TV and indulged in Disney channel.
We were upgraded to a Deluxe room with harbour view and we loved it!
We received a pleasant surprised from the hotel.
The kids are very fond of bath tubs and they were disappointed not to find one in our room.
Reason 3: Infinity Pool & Sky Bar
One of the higlights of our stay is the infinity pool. The kids had heard about it and can’t wait to take the plunge into the pool.
Swimming pool will certainly strike a chord with hotel guests. What’s more when there is an infinity pool? We spent a whole 2 hours soaking in the waters.
Feeling hungry after swimming? Take a little bite with orders from the Sky Bar.
Reason 4: Sumptuous Breakfast
We had breakfast buffet spread at the Harbour Cafe.
The buffet spread was sumptuous. Our appetite was huge but too bad, we could only eat that much as we were really full by then.
Our favourite egg station.
Muffins, waffles, pancakes, breads, donuts and various types of pastries spread to choose from.
Nasi Lemak but no chicken wings.
Curry laksa.
Reason 5: Nearby Entertainment
Hotel Jen Puteri Harbour provides free shuttle service to and fro for hotel guests to Legoland Malaysia. You can read our previous blogs on Legoland Malaysia Water Park here and Theme Park here.
Sanrio Hello Kitty Town is just 1 min walk from Hotel Jen Puteri Harbour.
Restaurants around the vicinity.
If you are feeling adventurous, try exploring nearby Gelang Patah, well-known for its nice local food.
Read our blog on Star Chef Seafood Restaurant here.
And our blog on Chua Kee Seafood Gelang Patah Johor 蔡記海鲜 here.
Thinking of a hotel to stay? Come to Hotel Jen Puteri Harbour!
Address: Persiaran Puteri Selatan, Puteri Harbour, 79000 Nusajaya, Johor Darul Takzim, 79000, Malaysia
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Let’s talk about food. This topic can arouse the attention of happy food-goers who are willing to travel miles just to taste some of the best local food. We blogged on Star Chef Seafood Restaurant at Gelang Patah previously and after that dining experience, we were hungry for more.
Chua Kee Seafood Gelang Patah Johor 蔡記海鲜
Nestled at Jalan Nusaria 3, Taman Nusantara, 81550 Gelang Patah, Johor, Malaysia is where you can find popular Chua Kee Seafood Gelang Patah Johor 蔡記海鲜.
A quick google check shows the distance of Restoran Chua Kee to Hotel Jen Puteri Harbour is just 11km or 15 min drive.
We were there during lunch time and the sun was scorching hot. There are ceiling fans and we were just glad to find seats around that area.
As you can see, Chua Kee Seafood Gelang Patah Johor 蔡記海鲜 is a restoran selling the usual “zi-char” dishes. The setting is definitely not contemporary but there must be something about their dishes that draw crowds of customers.
What We Ordered
This was what we ordered.
Sin Chew Bee Hoon – RM $9
Fried Rice – RM $8
Mix Vegetables – RM $8
Handmade 3 Slices Assorted Vegetables – RM $12
Dry Fried Prawns – RM $30
Fo-Yong Egg – RM $6
Sambal Kangkong – RM $8
Claypot Porkbelly & Salted Fish – RM $12
A heart-warming 8 course lunch 🙂
Our total bill adds up to RM $101.55 (SGD $35). We thought the price was pretty decent and we had a hearty meal. Guessed we will revisit Gelang Patah again to go for more food discovery.
Durian for Thought
We were in for a treat as durian season is here again. Just across Chua Kee Seafood was a durian stall.
Are you a durian lover? It packed a different feel if you get the chance to try durians in Malaysia. The stall owner grew these durians by himself and called them as “kampung” durians.
3kg for RM $60
Small M, obviously is not a fan for durian …
Although it was not fantastic, these kampung durians come with many seeds and full of flesh 🙂
It was nice that Chua Kee allowed us to eat the durians here provided we cleared them after eating.
Restaurant name: Restoran Chua Kee 蔡記海鲜 Address: No 1 Jalan Kacang Panjang, Gelang Patah 81550, Johor Bahru, Malaysia GPS: 1.447108, 103.586133 / 1°26’49.6″N 103°35’10.1″E Tel: +60 7 510 3198 | Mr Chua +60 12 761 0529 | Lily +60 12 762 8255 Hours: 11:30am to 11:00pm (closed on alternate Weds)
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What happens when a drink that comes in many fruit flavours, nice looking bottles and catchy name come together? Everyone will love it to bits!
Mogu Mogu Fruit Juice
We are overwhelmed with the entries, thank you all who had participated in this MoguMogu giveaway! Congratulations to our 10 winners on winning 48 bottles of Mogu Mogu each! *Please pm us your name, contact number and delivery address by 9 June, Thursday, 2359pm.
Eugenia Sin
Peipei Jarred Jacob
Judy Seah
SuLin Chuah
Siti Aishah Yeo
Jamie Chan
Sandra Wee
Wong Pui Leng
Munich Lim
Melissa Yeo
If you are not a lover for carbonated beverages, I’m very sure your taste buds will be satisfied when you taste Mogu Mogu fruit juices. It is a healthy alternative to the former and hey, Mogu Mogu 320ml drink also comes with Nata De Coco that gives you a real sensation of fruit juice with a smooth blending of Nata De Coco.
First produced in 2003, Mogu Mogu juices has warmed the hearts of people in many parts of the world, notably Hong Kong, Singapore, China, Japan, Middle East, Europe and United States. All thanks to Meng Chong foodstuffs Pte Ltd, Mogu Mogu’s Flavoured drink is available over here in Singapore!
Do you know the word Mogu Mogu is a Japanese term, meaning “to chew”? Huh, no wonder the drink is fully packed with nata de coco bits. Every cube of Nata De Coco is produced by the fermentation of pure coconut water, giving it a distinctive taste and chewy texture. We were a tad overwhelmed when we crossed path with Mogu Mogu, thinking which flavour to try first!
Many Flavours, One Great Taste
Mogu Mogu fruit juices come in many fruity flavours. Whether you are a fan of grape, peach, coconut, mango, lychee, apple, yogurt or even the new pink guava, there will be a taste that appeals to you.
Photo Credit: Mogu Mogu Singapore |New Pink Guava flavour. You gotta try it!
We thought Mogu Mogu fruit juices would make a perfect choice for special occasions. When you are organizing play dates for kids, birthday parties or celebrations, Mogu Mogu can fit nicely as the preferred choice of beverage 🙂
A big shout-out to owners of cafes, restaurants, supermarkets and such, stock up your supplies of Mogu Mogu fruit juices and see your customers coming back for more!
Spread the goodness and joy of Mogu Mogu fruit juice with your loved ones and of cos, happy shaking and chewing!
Special thanks to Meng Chong Foodstuff Pte Ltd, they are giving 10 winners, each with 48 bottles (24 bottles/carton) of Mogu Mogu fruit juices including free delivery:
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We explored the small town of Gelang Patah for food hunting and this was a trip that we truly relished. Hopping onto a cab, we had no idea what to eat and where to go. Eventually we settled at this eatery by the name of Star Chef Seafood Restaurant.
Star Chef Seafood Restaurant
Aka Restoran Xinming Chu, it is located at 51, Jalan Gelang Emas 1, Taman Gelang Emas, Gelang Patah, Johor Bahru.
Photo Credit: Star Chef Seafood Restaurant
We reached Star Chef Seafood Restaurant for our dinner. As you can see, this restaurant is open concept and has no air-con.
Nevermind that it has no aircon, although we heard some protest from Small M initially.
What We Ordered
Enough introduction of Star Chef Seafood Restaurant. Nothing beats knowing how good their dishes are. Our stomachs are limited, but our appetite is big! This was what we ordered.
Here’s a glimpse of the price list.
Tea – RM $6.
Guessed this was only gripe as we saw a dead red ant on the pot so we didn’t let the kids drink.
Salted Egg Yolk Crab (x1) + Black Peppered Crab (x2) – RM $94 for 3 crabs
Pipa Tofu(s) – RM $12
Our total bill adds up to RM $216 (SGD $75). We thought the whole meal was very very valued for money.
Star Chef Seafood Restaurant has satisfied so many customers. We were glad to be one of them. You should be here too!
Star Chef Live Crab Fresh Seafood Cantonese Cuisine
Address: 51, Jalan Gelang Emas 1, Taman Gelang Emas Gelang Patah
Telephone: +60 19-772 6606
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Never did we imagine we would do rock climbing together as a family. Now that school exams are over, it is timely for us to explore Climb Central at Kallang Wave Mall. We have passed by Climb Central on several occasions and every time, climbers of all skill levels and ages would spend their weekends “conquering” the obstacles. Continue reading “Beat the Heat – Indoor Rock Climbing @ Climb Central”→
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