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Food & Drink > Cooking (Other) Guide to summer food preparation and storage safety: 1 of 9
By far and large, the Japanese have been ranked no. 1 in food hygiene whether in restaurants or at home. Afterall, who else came up with the idea of eating fresh raw fish? These are tips that are especially useful during summer, where even the slightest overdue exposure to heat and moisture can result in contamination (that ... More..
Relationships & Family > Blended Families The challenges of living with an extended family: 3 of 20
It used to be common for extended families (sometimes up to 3 generations) to be living under one roof in Asia. However, the trend now seems to have dimnished, and one can totally understand why by looking at the typical issues you face at home living under one roof with 5 uncles, 8 aunties, 18 cousins..... 1. Which is mine?... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Asian Culture Worrying trends in Singaporean youth: 1 of 5
Coincidentally, 5 out of 7 of my childhood friends have taken up teaching as a career. For that, I listen to all sorts of juicy stories about their students and colleagues alike. But what worried me more, was that kids nowadays are very much more bolder. They have little or no respect for their teachers, no less even for the... More..
Food & Drink > Cooking Fruits & Vegetables How to ensure your vegetarian cooking remains low fat: 3 of 13
Several vegetarians I know tell me that the problem with a no-meat diet is that they tend to substitute their meals with food that are more filling such as deep fried potatoes, cheese, dairy products, sauce-laden pasta etc. that tend to be high in fat content. The absence of meat and bones to create flavourful stock/broth al... More..
Home & Garden > Buying & Selling Homes Explaining the trend of Generation Y home buyers: 3 of 10
Generation Y home buyers can be classified as the 20-something year old yuppeis or new family-starters that were born and raised in a world where education has become a given and many of them take life for granted. As such, their expectations of quick success in the corporate world and desire for the high life has led to man... More..
Relationships & Family > Married Life Unexpected surprises of life as a married couple: 7 of 22
So, you did'nt know he has a snoring problem. Or that he insists on leaving the toilet seat up when he's done. Newly weds go through a whole load of adjustments - to nitty gritty things they never expected their partners will do. Well, dating and living with someone can be a world of difference. Here are some of the top SHOC... More..
Personal Finance > Smart Spending Lessons from college students on living frugally: 6 of 18
Remember how while in college you could get by with less than $400 a month? Why is it that once you start working, even $2000 is not enough for you? Let's see where we have gone wrong. - Spend on what is neccessary first: Don't be comforted by the $2000 check that you will be receiving at month-end. That will only propel you... More..
Health & Fitness > Kids Nutrition Maintaining nutrition for kids while traveling: 3 of 9
You don't want a screaming kid on the plane just because you are trying to force him to eat his veggies would you? Kids do get displaced when they are travelling for long hours. Hence, food on the go not only have to be nutritious, it has to be something the kid will eat willingly and something easy to pack and store. So unl... More..
Food & Drink > Fruits & Vegetables Tips for vegetarians on getting enough protein: 5 of 14
Protein sources for vegetarians are everywhere. It is just a matter of making a conscious choice to include them in your daily intake. Here are some really rich protein sources and how to cook them deliciously. - TOFU: great for the skin and a great way to fill your tummy vegetarian style. Make grilled tofu burgers (mash tof... More..
Travel > Destination Guides (Other) Summer travel destinations for great food: 6 of 16
Singapore is Asia all-in-one; people from all over the world gather here for work and play, and naturally, the food culture is rich and very diverse. Here's what you can enjoy in a day in Singapore..just ask any SIngaporean on the street for directions Traditional Breakfast: Have a strong brew of local coffee (kopi) with kay... More..