Staycation at Grand Copthorne Waterfront

Courtesy to S & C, I was able to have a short staycation at Grand Copthorne Waterfront hotel.





Twin Room - Comfy with all the services

The twin room that I had really made my day. The beds were so comfortable that I almost wanted to spend my whole stay with them. You could even request for extra pillows or blankets.   

Overlooking the river



If you manage to get a room on the high level floors, you will be overseeing the Singapore river. A really impressive view in my opinion.

Executive lounge

Breakfast buffet at Café Brio

Breakfast at Café Brio is complimentary with the hotel stay and the breakfast timing is until 1030 hours. However, try not to turn up at the later hours like myself as I had to queue for 15 minutes before getting a table. Café Brio offers a decent breakfast spread from the standard Western and Chinese to Indian and even Japanese. There is also an egg corner where you can request for freshly made sunny side-up, omelette or scrambled eggs. I was glad with the quality of the food. 

Gym

Post-breakfast and you can probably work it out at the well-equipped gym on level 6.

Tennis court

Or sign up for some tennis at the tennis court (level 6). During my stay, there were kids from sanwa tennis academy having their lesson.

Swimming Pool

Or you can just end up like me, chilling away my life by the swimming pool.

S & C Wedding

Congratulations

To S, you are a great friend and I am very glad that you have found your lifelong partner. Stay happy and in love. I will do my best as your emcee.

@ The Protein Cafe, Science Park

Chef's Nasi Lemak
(Slightly salty and a lack of variety)

For those working in Science Park, give The Protein Café @ Oasis a try. The food may not be the best but it offers a different lunch menu.

Chill with a Teh Peng

@ Dashi Master Marusaya

Hungry and walking along quiet Robertson Quay late at night, we were welcomed by the sight of Dashi Master Marusaya. We were quickly shown in to the clean-cut izakaya where some Japanese were enjoying their meals.   

 

Tempura Udon
(Light and subtle)

The kimono-dressed waitress promptly took our orders on her iPad and we were served with wet towels and iced water. My tempura udon arrived shortly to my delight. Bonito flakes was then served fresh from the box onto the piping hot soup. The soup was light and flavourful, pairing nicely with the thick chewy udon. My preference would be a heavier soup but this was wonderful as well. The tempura of prawn, pepper, mushroom and eggplant could have been served separately to retain its crispiness. 

ICT Number 2

ICT number 2 has just concluded. It had been a tough but memorable ICT where my unit completed our ATEC and managed to score an overall redcon 2A. It was particularly moving to experience the fighting spirit throughout the exercise even though all of us were tired. Good job to the charging edge for the success and the end of another milestone. 

Food hunt in camp

Duck Penne Pasta

Leftover from the celebration but nonetheless perfect for dinner.

Niece's First Month Celebration

Red Eggs

And we came gathered to celebrate my niece's first month. Such an adorable and well-behaved baby that brings a smile to everyone.

@ Nakhon Kitchen, Ang Mo Kio

Pandan Chicken
(Tender and fragrant)

Pad Thai
(Value for money but could be more moist)

Cousin's wedding

Cousin's wedding lunch was held at Changi Airport Crowne Plaza Hotel. The venue was cozy and perfect for a smaller sized wedding. The most memorable would be the couple's speech that was filled with so much love for each other and their new families. Many blissful year ahead.

Grandpa's 91st Birthday

Other than Chinese New Year, the only occasion seeing all my relatives gathered together will be during my grandpa's birthday. Lots of catching up and laughter. Here's wishing grandpa good health.