book review: how to be a domestic goddess

If you notice the right navibar, I’ve included a section called The Week’s Read, featuring cookbook(s) I’ve purchased or borrowed from the library. As a new resolution to push myself to try out more recipes in the books, and to ease the guilt of cookbook purchase, I will occasionally post a review on a book I’ve gotten hold of, or share any of my personal favourites.

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I must be honest in that I almost always judge a book by its cover, and with the hundreds of new cookbooks in the market every year, it is no surprise that I am lured in by beautiful photography. Domestic Goddess boasts a clean style with minimal props and styling, primarily with a light background and centralised subject. The plain fairy cake adorned simply with a pastel sugar rose on the cover is as enticing as its title, and definitely appeals to the modern woman seeking recognition in the kitchen.

review: sour puss cafe

The mister and I went for Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella this evening as an early 3 1/2 anniversary gift from him (thank you soooo much, bie!). We had planned to start the date with a lunch at one of our favourite restaurants, but decided to give Sour Puss Cafe a try, since we were going to Esplanade anyway.

Previously called Too Hot Cafe, the only halal-certified eatery in Esplanade maximised its prime outdoor location and underwent an image re-branding to cater to a larger consumer market; the youths and arts centre visitors attending outdoor arts performances by the bay. With comfortable sofas and a quirky colour theme of black, purple and pink, the restaurant creates the perfect ambience for casual outdoor dining.