Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you, Kintamani… Under heavy fog! A better view of Kintamani – when the first big cloud of fog moves away and just before the next one moves in. Quick stopover at Tegalalang on the way back to our villa. We left as it started drizzling. Was expecting a sea … Continue reading »
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Bali #2
Bali Day 2. We decided to go on a road trip (with the assistance of a driver and tour guide, of course) to Ubud and Kintamani. Pak Dolir suggested we watch the Balinese barong dance as our first stop of the day. We arrived 15 minutes late at the venue because some girl scouts decided … Continue reading »
Bali #1
Somewhere in Australia, taken from the back row of DJ4197 flying from Brisbane to Denpasar (Bali). bvilla seaside’s reception area. Very primitive, but very pleasant customer service. Oh, airport transfer shuttle was complimentary. Welcome drinks at our villa. Tastes like bandung with a hint of lemongrass. Very refreshing on a hot day. Private pool. Proper … Continue reading »
Brekky Creek Hotel
If you are looking for the best affordable steak in Brisbane, Breakfast Creek Hotel is your tick in the box. Located right behind my office building across the river, I have been there countless of times and have never ever had an under- or over-cooked steak at the Brekky Creek. Here’s a wagyu rump with … Continue reading »
Bangkok
My first visit to Bangkok and also my first time flying with Thai Airways. HS-TJT getting ready at the gate. First meal serving: chicken thigh with eggplant in green curry “kiew-wan”, steamed Thai hom mali rice, and vegetables. Second meal serving: stir-fried hokkien noodles with chick and black mushroom, and stir-fried vegetables in oriental sauce. … Continue reading »
Sono Japanese Restaurant
If you ever crave for some fine Japanese food in Brisbane, head straight to Sono. Here’s some pics from my 3rd visit recently. Assorted sashimi The all-time impressive salmon belly nigiri Sukiyaki, perfect food for a cold winter night Wagyu beef slices for the sukiyaki hotpot Black sesame ice cream Thank you Sono! I’ll be … Continue reading »
US trip #3: Seattle
Welcome to Seattle! To be frank, the only reason for visiting Seattle when planning for the trip was to go on the Boeing factory tour. But the city has so much more to offer – you will see what I mean with the photos to follow – and at the conclusion of my trip has … Continue reading »
Masuya Japanese Restaurant
Masuya is a fine Japanese restaurant tucked away in Circular Quay, Sydney. Not the easiest to spot out amongst all the high rise. I’ve been there a couple of times, but after relocating to Brisbane, I heard they had a menu change. So I’ve taken the opportunity on my 1st Sydney trip of the year … Continue reading »
Good food vs Customer service
Good Asian food almost never come with good customer service, regardless of the price. I’m sure many of us who have visited or lived in any of the Asian countries can testify that. The way these talented chefs and business people run their businesses is, one less customer is not going to make much of … Continue reading »
Birthday: Dad @ Yuzu
Taken during our dinner celebration at Yuzu Japanese Restaurant, Midvalley. The restaurant was nicely set up in the sense that I believe you get a different view from each table. Perhaps it is also a way to encourage returning customers? Here’s a side view of what I assume to be our neighbouring table’s view. Fresh … Continue reading »
