So, it has been more than a year since the abandonment of MsGlitzy. I have been moving along in the rhythm of my 9-to-5 life. Blog time has been superceded with other interests. I still blog. Sporadically at The T List, a wannabe travel blog.

I tried to be more disciplined with reading and it resulted in the creation of yet another Instagram account BrunchandBook.

It started off an extremely random occasion when I tried to take a #flatlay of what I was having at a cafe. To attempt a “hipster” shot, I placed a book that I was reading beside the food and instantly, my brunch was Instagram-worthy.

I finally got caught up with the US Elections fever. Hillary Rodham Clinton – A Woman Living History is accompanied with delicious pumpkin pancakes and latte. #brunchandbook #sgig #sgbrunch #sgreads #sgcafe #sgbooks #sghipster #flatlayfail #hillaryclinton #grouptherapy #sgbookclub #sgigfood #foodstagram #bookstagram #bookishfeatures #sgbooks

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In preparation for my upcoming ski trip to Hakuba, I needed to get some new gear and winter essentials online. I added a helmet, a new pair of goggles and another face mask. Such items could be expensive and limited in Singapore, so the best option for me was to shop from US-based retailers.

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If you have been itching to try wakeboarding but don’t wanna appear like a noob in front of your friends, here’s a place in Singapore where you could start learning how to cable ski/wake board on your own.

Located at East Coast Park, Singapore Wake Park is the only cable-ski park here, where you can wakeboard, kneeboard and cable-ski with an overhead running cable system. The systems available are suited for beginners and experienced wakeboarders alike.

Singapore Wake Park

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Nepal is known to be the destination for Everest trekkers but some may also remember that this is a country devoted to their religions. The country’s capital, Kathmandu, is strewn with several historical and religious sites which require a few days’ visit. Therefore, rather than to make Kathmandu a transit point, do spend time to admire the mountainous and cultural city if you have a chance!

The view while walking downhill at Pharping

Herewith my list of 5 things to do in Kathmandu Valley:

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At the request of a friend, I am compiling some of the popular eateries in Niseko in aid of her trip planning. I have consolidated this food list after gathering feedback from friends who have been to Niseko.

If you intend to visit in end December which is the peak season, you may need to start planning your accommodation now and consider restaurant reservations! Popular restaurants get fully booked in advanced such that you could end up having to walk in and wait outside in the cold or try your luck at less popular restaurants.

Delicious Chirashi

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I am a regular consumer of bird’s nest, but I usually go for the bottled one. It is a convenient way to enjoy bird’s nest, but once in a while I do get a little concerned about my sugar intake from the sweet syrup.

Recently, I met up with one of my friends who is now the founder of Nature’s Nest. This new brand in the market processes bird’s nest in an organic manner and makes it easier to cook and prepare. All it takes is 30 minutes of soaking and 30 minutes in the double boiler.

I just got back from my second trip to Niseko (Hokkaido) and boy, it was exhilarating to be skiing with a big group of people for one whole week. I get a lot of questions from friends, such as “You are going to Niseko again? Didn’t you go there last year?”, “You mean you just ski the entire week? Sounds torturous to me.”

Being born and bred in the tropics, we are probably very unfamiliar with winter sports given little or no exposure to it growing up. Through this post, hopefully I could help to answer questions you may have with regards to planning a ski/snowboarding trip.

Snowboarding (and skiing) is fun!