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Da Paolo Gastronomia launches three Squid Ink products

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Da Paolo Gastronomia, Singapore’s leading Italian delicatessen and purveyor, unveils new additions to its range of products –Squid Ink Tagliolini and Squid Ink Sauce, which is prepared daily in limited quantities.


Squid Ink Sauce ($8.50 per portion, 100g)

Cooking enthusiasts can now whip up Squid Ink Pasta in the comfort and convenience of their own homes and impress their loved ones.

You can pair the Squid Ink Sauce with Gastronomia’s existing all-time favourite product, the homemade egg Tagliatelle. Continue reading →

FURBY BOOM; Hatching a New Generation of FURBLINGs

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A global sensation following its 1998 debut that drew overwhelming attention over the years is back with a modernised edition!

FURBY, the animatronic electronic pet, has yet again revolutionised digitally integrated play with the introduction of the state-of-the-art FURBY BOOM.

The new generation of FURBY, by branded play company Hasbro, returns with funky colours, featuring all the ‘magic’ and personality of its predecessor plus twice the content, boasting electronic features and app-interactivity, raising interactive fun to a whole new level by combining physical and digital play. Continue reading →

(Melicacy’s Tech Want-List) Sony Cyber-shot RX100 II

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The RX100, already hugely impressive, brings its brilliance to greater heights with the launch of the RX100 mark II.


Photo taken with the RX100

Check out the pictures that I’ve taken previously with the first model, RX100, at the following links:
- Travel Photography – Yogyakarta (Sunrise): https://melicacy.com/?p=5828
- Travel Photography – Boracay: https://melicacy.com/?p=6028
- Food Photography – Dim Sum at Regent Singapore: https://melicacy.com/?p=5886


Photo not taken using a Sony camera

The RX100 II surpasses the shooting prowess of its preceding version in terms of enhanced picture quality, increased capability of shooting at a higher ISO up to 12,800, and convenient new features.

Sony’s range of external flashes, microphones and the electronic viewfinder can now be used with the RX100 II, thanks to the new multi-interface hotshoe. Continue reading →

Emicakes presents Strawberry Oreo Cake, August Cake of the Month (Plus GIVEAWAY!)

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Pretty in pink; beauty is only skin deep, but it’s a valuable asset isn’t it? I’m immediately allured by Emicakes’ Strawberry Oreo Cake’s endearing façade.

Good looks do not necessarily equate with substance, but thankfully the Strawberry Oreo Cake does not disappoint in the taste department. Continue reading →

Gourmet Chocolate Bars by the Master Chocolatiers of Lindt

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Founded in 1845, Lindt & Sprüngli is a global leader in the premium chocolate category, offering high-quality chocolates in more than 100 countries. Pioneer of the conching process, Mr. Rodolphe Lindt created the world’s first smooth-melting chocolate in 1879.

Chocolates are manufactured in Europe, with Master Chocolatiers overseeing the whole process –from the selection of cocoa beans and high quality ingredients, to the final production.

The latest innovation of the Lindt Master Chocolatiers sees the launch of two new premium chocolate bars –Excellence Touch of Sea Salt and Excellence 90% Cocoa. Continue reading →

(Mid-Autumn Festival 2013) Mooncakes from Mandarin Orchard Singapore

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Still reminiscing Mandarin Orchard Singapore’s awe-inspiring snow skin mooncakes that left us over-the-moon gratified last year, Mid-Autumn Festival is slowly creeping its way nearer.

This year, mooncakes are daintily packaged in a golden-hued box adorning silk-embroidered chinois-inspired cconstituents.


Assorted Baked Mooncake Selection ($60 for 4 pieces)

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Lotte Koala’s March Biscuits; The Choco Ball Experiment

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Lotte Koala’s March biscuits have been part of my growing up years. These bite-sized crunchy biscuits, filled with rich, premium quality cream filling, imprinted with a koala character on its surface, are always a delight to have.

Lotte is a confectionery brand founded in 1948 in Japan.

There are a total of 365 Koala characters thus far. I can’t even keep track of the number of characters I have come across!

Have you heard of the Choco Ball ? It’s very popular in Japan, Thailand and Taiwan.

Here’s a video of my attempt at the Choco Ball experiment!

Watch the original video of how Koala’s March biscuits transform into a giant Choco Ball here:

This is not the most successful attempt though! Instead of obtaining a giant choco ball from all that vigorous shaking, I’ve gotten several choco balls! I probably didn’t shake long or hard enough, but do try it at home and I’d love to see pictures of your Choco Balls!

Vanity Trove undergoes a major transformation; “Discover Beauty”

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Tracking back to my very first post on Vanity Trove (https://melicacy.com/?p=3284), it was more than a year ago when I received my very first trove, filled with beauty products that were mysteries-turn-beautiful-surprises.

Back then, subscribers of Vanity Trove receive random surprises that may not be useful to them. I, for one, experienced the dilemma of not knowing what to do with some of the products I received in the trove that I’m not keen on trying.

Recently, Vanity Trove has undergone a major transformation. It has rebranded itself from “Beautiful Surprises”, to “Discover Beauty”. It’s main intent to pamper the ladies remains, except that for now, instead of having the beauty experts picking out the latest beauty trends for your sampling pleasures, you now get to pick your preferred products that are most suitable for your skin type.

Cleverly employing technology to discover beauty, the new Vanity Trove platform includes noteworthy features that facilitate the personalisation of beauty products for each individual. Customers will first take an online evaluation test to determine their individual needs. The range of beauty products will then be narrowed down according to the test results. Following that, customers will get to choose 6 favourite items from that extensive list of recommended items.

To further enhance social networking between consumers, the new platform allows beauty enthusiasts to rate and review the products that they’ve sampled. Continue reading →

Menicon Launches World’s Thinnest Daily Disposable Contact Lens “Miru” in Singapore

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Menicon, Japan’s first and largest contact lens and eye care product manufacturer, launches “Miru” in Singapore on 3 July 2013.

Created with Menicon’s proprietary technology, Miru’s leading-edge flat pack measures an astonishing 12.5% of the thickness and just 40% of the volume of a conventional contact lens storage case.

Barely 1mm thick, the Miru 1day Menicon Flat Pack is designed to match single use modality (daily disposable) and exceptional convenience, easily fitting into pockets, purses or even wallets.

What sets the Miru flat pack apart from typical blister packs in which lenses float freely, is that it sandwiches the contact lens lightly but securely between super-thin foil sheets that require significantly less force to open, even with wet hands. Continue reading →

Submit Photos of Homecooked CP Foods Products & Stand to Win Great Prizes

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Singapore’s leading news and entertainment portal, omy.sg, launched its third Singapore Social Media Day (SGSMD) campaign in partnership with one of Asia’s leading premium food brands, CP Foods, to promote home cooking in Singapore.

Did I mention I’m a HUGE fan of CP Shrimp Wontons?


CP Shrimp Wonton in Tom Yum Soup ($3.30)

This snack is quick and easy to prepare, and most importantly, delicious!

Sizeable crunchy prawns encased in a smooth wonton skin… it’s irresistible.

The SGSMD website will be featuring LIVE photo feeds from the public using the hashtag #SGSMD2013 and #CPFOODSSG. Continue reading →

NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® introduces NESTEA Lemon, available just this summer!

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NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® never fails to allure with its stylish and futuristic design –and it’s more than just a coffee machine. This smart multi-beverage system brings convenience to your favourite beverages, not only just black and white coffee, but also teas and hot chocolate. It is also the only beverage system that offers cold beverage options such as iced peach tea and iced cappuccino.

This summer, NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® introduces the NESTEA Lemon that is available only for a limited period of time. Continue reading →

Recipe: Sesame-crusted Salmon with Spiced Cream Sauce & Sautéed Crushed Potatoes

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Salmon is a primal staple in my grocery list. It’s fast and easy to cook, it pairs well with a variety of flavours, and it’s packed with nutrition.

This recipe is inspired by the cooking demonstration at Onaka, where they did an exceptional job in accomplishing fusion dishes, combining elements of Asian and Western cuisine without complicating matters.

Simple cooking can be equally satisfying if properly executed, and the cooking ware you use is a vital vehicle in transforming fresh ingredients into tasty dishes. You can minimize kitchen disasters with using the right tools. For instance, the Tefal Comfort Touch pans that I trust never lets me down with its long-lasting non-stick quality.

There are three components in this dish; the Tefal Comfort Touch non-stick pan performs well in delivering each component to the desired results. The main component, the sesame crusted salmon, could have lost its sesame crust if not for the non-stick coating on the pan. The side dish requires less oil than usual when using the non-stick pan. Finally, how versatile can this pan be? It can even be used in making a sauce. Continue reading →

Cooking with Tefal: Experimenting with Korean Pancake Recipes

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If you’re a fan of Korean pancakes, here’s a basic recipe that you can easily replicate at home and customise to suit your own taste. Adapted from Sarang Korean Bistro’s pancake recipe, I’ve experimented with three variations that I all enjoyed to the last bit. If you’re just like me, who enjoy a modest amount of starchiness with a crisp crust without excessive greasiness, you won’t be disappointed with the outcome.

I’m using a Tefal non-stick Comfort Touch Frypan for this pancake recipe, which I find yields much better results with little effort as compared to regular pans. I don’t have to worry about the batter sticking to the pan, and having problems flipping the pancake. It slides off the pan with ease without breaking apart. This recipe requires just enough batter to fill up the 28cm-diameter pan. You may adjust accordingly to the size of your pan. You don’t want the pancake to be too thick or too thin.

You can experiment with lots of other ingredients, such as Parmesan or mozzarella cheese, caramelised onion, smoked salmon, scallions and kimchi. Continue reading →

Customise your Chocolate Bar at Cocoa B

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Cocoa B is an online chocolate boutique that allows you to customise your chocolate bars in a few clicks.

Visit: http://www.cocoa-b.com/
1. Choose your choice of chocolate bar (milk/dark/white)
2. Select your toppings (unconventional toppings include ikan bilis, wasabi nuts, chicken floss and more)
3. Make payment and your creations will be delivered/mailed to you.

Chocolate bars with a personal touch, unique from any other, make great gifts for any occasion. You can order them in bulk for corporate gifts, weddings and parties.

The wide array of toppings are categorised into five groups –‘Berries & Fruits’, ‘Exotic’, ‘Nutty & Seeds’, ‘Sweet & Décor’, and ‘Herbs, Spices, Powder’. Most of the toppings are rather intriguing, such as Dried Longans, Dried Tomatoes, Tapioca Chips, Bacon Bits, Sze Chuan Pepper, Garlic Flakes, and Crispy Lotus Seeds to name a few.

There are boundless possibilities in the combination of ingredients.

You can add up to 5 toppings per chocolate bar. Any more would be overwhelming and confusing.

If you can’t make a decision, you can fall back on Cocoa B’s Creations –or simply get some inspirations from them.


50g Dark Chocolate with apricots, dried tomatoes, cranberries ($4.90)

Chocolate bars are available in two sizes –50g and 100g. A plain 50g chocolate bar would cost $3.90, while a plain 100g chocolate bar would cost $7.50. The final cost would depend on your toppings. Continue reading →

“The Perfect Tea Party” with Corelle at Bakerzin

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Leading global kitchenware company World Kitchen announces the launch of Corelle Provence Garden –an exquisite dinnerware set inspired by the beauty and cuisine of Provence in Eastern France, invoking the essence of Europe’s romantic countryside in Spring.

“The Perfect Tea Party” presented by Corelle and Bakerzin imparts wonderful tips, tricks and suggestions to hosting an elegant and memorable tea party.

Reminiscent of the idyllic scene of flowers blossoming and lush greenery blooming, the dinnerware set effortlessly brightens up a meal and adds a charming allure to the dining table.

Lightweight yet resistant to breaking, chipping and cracking, the brand’s signature Vitrelle glass construction demonstrates the hallmarks of superior dinnerware.

Bakerzin’s delectable teatime snacks were given a touch of elegance when plated on Corelle Provence Garden dinnerware. The intricate floral design on the white-dominated polished background complements the food without stealing the show. Continue reading →