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How to Peel China Lychee ?

2020-05-24T06:29:00.001-07:00

Lychee Background:

Lychee/ Litchi native fruit of China.
Listed among the "4 famous fruits of South China" (banana, pineapple, longan, lychee).
China emperor used to order the imperial servants to pluck it fresh & send into imperial palace for the famous, Yang Gui Fei.
Yang Gui Fei was highest rank for imperial consorts during her time, one of the 4 Beauties of ancient China and Lychee was her favorite fruit.
Her favorite lychee breed, named Feizixiao (妃子笑) – best-known in China for over 1000 years.

How to peel Lychee?

used knife & tweezer to peel & extract the seed to fully enjoy the texture without mess.
Refer below for peeling method with peeling knife.

Recommended? : Yes

This fruit really deserve that fancy royal vibes.
It’s fleshy succulent texture, taste fragrant and surprisingly very sweet with that greenish unripe look.
Legit very sweet and juicy.

Credits :

https://www.visitourchina.com/blog/detail-174.html

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lychee

http://www.dcfproduce.com/plus/view.php?aid=167

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z1fKEWiqmFk

Difference between Yoga mat and Equipment mat

2020-05-22T03:13:00.002-07:00

Q: What’s the difference between Yoga mat and Equipment mat ?

Yoga mat is different from equipment mat
Yoga mat for human. Equipment mat for machines like elliptical, treadmill or strength equipment.
Exercise mat that can use for equipment: https://productnation.co/my/fitness/equipment/27572/best-exercise-mat-malaysia/
Exercise mats are thicker than yoga mats.
Yoga mats are thinner (usually between 0.3cm to 0.6cm), purpose is to provide grip, don’t slip and slide whilst doing the downward dog pose.
Exercise mats are made to support body and prevent long-term injuries (kneecap wearing out prematurely, bruising your tailbone, etc).
Note: Exercise mat is more towards health & safety if you're doing high impact exercise. Using yoga mat can cause injuries & bruising at tailbone for exercise like sit up.

Function for Non-Slip Fitness and Gym Equipment Mat

Protects floors from damaging effects of heavy exercise equipment & debris from mechanical parts.
Prolongs equipment life by preventing floor dust from entering mechanical parts.
Dampens vibrations and muffles noises from equipment.
The mat will absorb vibration & noises from machine.
Without mat, vibrations will hit the ground & reverberate back, causing damage to certain fitness machine.

Recommended? : Yes

To protect home flooring if you have any home gym / fitness equipment.

Credits :

http://homegym.my/horizon-fitness-mat.html

https://www.johnsonfitness.com/SuperMats-GymMat-Mat-4-ft-x-6-ft-P13848.aspx

https://lovemeditating.com/exercise-mat-vs-yoga-mat-do-you-have-the-right-mat-for-the-job/

https://productnation.co/my/fitness/equipment/27572/best-exercise-mat-malaysia/

Day 66 Corona lockdown be like shipping all kinds of fitness equipment & home gym accessories.

Diamond selection guidelines (Bvlgari with GIA certification)

2020-04-29T18:48:00.003-07:00

Q: Why buy diamond with GIA?

GIA: Gemological Institute Of America

an unbiased authority on diamond

creator of 4C's (color, clarify, cut, carat weight), universal method for establishing diamond quality

world largest & most superior institute of gemological research & standard (strictest international standards of precision & quality).

GIA certificate:

check GIA report no. in GIA website to verify authenticity

GIA fully describes & authenticates the diamond quality

GIA certificate guarantees an impartial evaluation of diamonds & it accompanies all bridal jewels carrying a single stone weighing 0.18 carat or more.

https://www.bulgari.com/en-sg/engagement-and-wedding/bridal-jewelry/diamond-guide-gia-certificate.html

GIA, 4Cs (color, clarify, cut, carat)

strictest international standard to grade diamond quality

https://4cs.gia.edu/en-us/blog/gia-diamond-grading-scales/

GIA diamond grading scales

Color for Diamond

less color more value& rarity

many diamonds appear colorless to inexperienced eyes, most stones have slight yellow/brown

Bvlgari only selects D to H

https://www.bulgari.com/en-sg/engagement-and-wedding/bridal-jewelry/diamond-guide-colour.html

Clarity for Diamond

diamonds formed under extreme heat & pressure, often contain unique birthmarks / flaws, either internal (inclusions) or external (blemishes).

GIA clarity scale contains 11 grades to grade on natural flaws on diamond.

most diamonds fall into VS (very slightly) / SI (slightly included)

GIA grading system considered size, nature, position, quantity of clarify characteristics visible under 10x magnfication

Clarity grading (under 10x magnification):
-Flawless (FL) - No inclusions or blemishes are visible
-Internally Flawless (IF) - No inclusions and only blemishes are visible
-Very, Very Slightly Included (VVS1 and VVS2) - Inclusions are difficult to see
-Very Slightly Included (VS1 and VS2) - Inclusions are minor and range from difficult to somewhat easy to see
-Slightly Included (SI1 and SI2) - Inclusions are noticeable
-Included (I1, I2, and I3) - Inclusions are obvious and may affect transparency and brilliance

Bvlgari only selects IF to VS

https://www.bulgari.com/en-sg/engagement-and-wedding/bridal-jewelry/diamond-guide-clarity.html

Cut for Diamond

Bvlgari only selects Excellent to Very Good

https://www.bulgari.com/en-sg/engagement-and-wedding/bridal-jewelry/diamond-guide-cut.html

Carat for Diamond

Carat is the unit weight for diamond

Bvlgari with GIA certification only starts from 0.3 carat & above. 0.3 carat & below will not have any GIA certification.

https://www.bulgari.com/en-sg/engagement-and-wedding/bridal-jewelry/diamond-guide-carat-weight.html

Kimberley Process Certification for diamond

rough diamond must accompanied by government-validated certificate stating that they're non-conflict diamond.

conflict diamonds area diamonds illegally traded to fund conflicts, civil war & human rights abuses.

Bvlgari only buys polished diamonds & with selected diamond suppliers based in countries that adhere to Kimberly Process.

Bvlgari is certified member of Council for Responsible Jewellery Practice (CRJP) which conforms for responsible ethical, social & environmental practice throughout the diamond and gold jewellery supply chain, from mining to retail.

Bvlgari bridal series

allow to choose 4Cs, GIA certificate only available for 0.3 carats above

Bvlgari solitaire only available in specific outlet. Customization only available for 2-3 carats above, subject to diamond availability & limited to specific jewelry design.

For certain iconic design, Bvlgari will limit to specific carat size to retain the exquisite aesthetic value.

jewelry price will be adjusted yearly (Typically on March)

https://www.bulgari.com/download/pdf/2016-bridal/BRIDAL_BROCHURE_2016_GC_EN.pdf

BVLGARI Background:

Italian luxury brand founded in Rome in 1884, reputable Italian craftsmanship for jewellery creation.

the Bvlgari store on Via Condotti, Rome is one of the favourite meeting places for movie stars and socialites

Bvlgari creations have starred so far in more than 40 films including Mission Impossible starring Tom Cruise.

Bvlgari pieces have been walked down red carpets at the Academy Awards, Golden Globes and film festivals from Cannes to Venice & worn by Lady gaga, Dua lipa, Alicia key and etc.

Bvlgari has always found a favored source of inspiration in the monuments and architectural treasures of the Eternal City, Rome. Beauties of Rome monuments have been translated into Bvlgari’s jewellery codes, indelibly shaping the Brand identity.

B.zero1 collection, introduced in 1999 embedded with strong circular design & Italian heritage that's inspired by Rome’s magnificent Colosseum.

-the information provided is based on personal experiences & reference materials

Credits :

https://www.bulgari.com/en-int/the-maison/about-bvlgari/bvlgari-history.html

https://www.bulgari.com/en-int/the-maison/about-bvlgari/our-identity/jeweler-to-the-stars.html

https://www.bulgari.com/en-int/the-maison/about-bvlgari/bvlgari-and-rome.html

https://4cs.gia.edu/en-us/blog/gia-diamond-grading-scales/

Wonton mince meat dumpling recipe

2020-04-28T17:52:00.000-07:00

Wontan noodles
Servings: 1pax
Ingredients:

10 square wonton wrappers
100 g pork mince
50 g prawn meat
1 teaspoon corn starch
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon shaoxing wine
0.4 cm ginger
1⁄2 teaspoon salt / kombu powder
1⁄4 teaspoon sugar
1⁄4 teaspoon white pepper

Wonton

Combine all ingredients for pork mince .
Place a teaspoon of the mixture in the middle of each wonton wrapper
lightly moisten the edges of the wrapper with water. Seal the edges to form a triangle shape, then press the edges to thin out the dough.
Bring the corners together and squeeze to form a "money bag". Repeat with the rest of the wrappers. Set aside on a plate until ready to cook.
Boil wontons in the soup with spring onions and anchovies over medium heat until they float. Optionally, add some white pepper and salt to taste.
Bring all soup ingredients to a boil. Simmer on low for 10 minutes, then remove ginger and garlic cloves and bring it back to a boil. Lower in wontons and cook for 10 minutes more. Serve into bowls and garnish with green onions.

https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a54955/easy-wonton-soup-recipe/
https://www.nyonyacooking.com/recipes/wonton-soup-with-meat-and-prawn-filling~H1y1OvjPfcW7

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gcERkh-4VRQ

Method to Open different Shellfish - Epicurious

2020-04-25T22:32:00.001-07:00

Method to Open different Shellfish

Mike Cruz, manager of Greenpoint Fish & Lobster Wholesale,
best methods/technique for cracking open and cleaning shellfish in kitchen.
Epicurious (YouTube)

Seafood method & timing:

0:53 Blue Crab
2:57 Soft-Shell Crab
3:49 Dungeness Crab
7:37 Maine Lobster
9:25 Cooked Maine Lobster
12:12 Crawfish
13:17 Langostino
14:22 American White Shrimp
15:14 Prawn
16:50 Sea Scallop
18:10 Duxbury Oyster
19:48 Baywater Sweet
21:08 PEI Mussel
22:06 Hard-Shell Clams
23:28 Soft-Shell Clam
25:02 Razor Clam
26:35 Geoduck
29:26 Cockle
30:08 Abalone
31:20 Conch
32:46 West Coast Sea Urchin
35:31 East Coast Sea Urchin

-the information provided is based on reference materials

Credits :

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJTy_8Dtbsc&feature=youtu.be

Tomato Shrimp rice 番茄鲜虾饭 - 1 pot rice cooker recipe

2020-04-25T06:29:00.003-07:00

Tomato Shrimp rice 番茄鲜虾饭
Servings: 2pax

Ingredients:

1 cup rice
1.5 cup water (depends on rice, some rice like basmati/ whole grain require more water 1:1.5 . Typical rice is 1:1 ratio)
1 tablespoon sesame oil
90g cherry tomatoes / 1 pcs big tomato
60g green peas
70g brocolli
30g/ 6 pcs shrimp
2 teaspoon kombu granules (salt for replacement)
2 teaspoon soy sauce (optional)
3 dashes pepper
Garnish with anchovies

Procedure:

Wash rice, soak 10-15mins
add all ingredients & water into rice cooker. set rice setting, cook for 20mins like normal rice,
When cooked, stir and keep warm for 10-15mins before serve.

Note: Ingredients amount varies from original recipe due to lockdown limitation.
**Recipe may improvised to 2 serving with whatever ingredients available & depends on our preferences.
**Refer credits for original recipes.

Credits :

https://tagla.com.my/%E3%80%90%E6%87%92%E4%BA%BA%E9%A3%9F%E8%B0%B1%E3%80%91%E5%88%AB%E5%86%8D%E5%8F%AB%E5%A4%96%E5%8D%96%EF%BC%81%E6%95%99%E4%BD%A0%E7%AE%80%E5%8D%95%E5%81%9A%E6%87%92%E4%BA%BA%E4%B8%80%E9%94%85%E9%A5%AD/?fbclid=IwAR2lctNKByfxXB53kP4LuRem_hhP84Zt9zhXzuyqhiBIE0YH6WlrVzbdvlg

Maintain healthy lifestyle during corona outbreak & how to maintain good immunity -professional dietitian advise

2020-04-23T19:59:00.000-07:00

Had conference with professional dietitian from one of the renowned local private hospital regarding maintaining healthy lifestyle during corona outbreak & how to maintain good immunity.

Some interesting take away:

have sufficient vitamin C & zinc to maintain good immunity.
minimise high sodium food like instant noodles & canned food.
-instant noodles & canned food wiht high sodium can elevate blood pressure.
-Try to prepare simple meal with fresh ingredients.
maintain balance diet with plenty of immune boosting food to maintain health.
-use healthy meal plate as guide (1/2 vegetables, 1/4 meat &others , 1/4 grains)
go for healthier options like lean meat, brown rice, whole grain bun whole grain noodles ,more vege.
-chicken rice: lean meat,brown rice,more vegetables. (1/2 vegetables, 1/4 meat , 1/4 rice)
-wonton mee: wholegrain noodles, more vege
-mixed rice: 2 vegetables, 1 meat/tofu/egg, brown rice
-burger: wholemeal bun, lean meat, swap fries with salad.
avoid excessive caffeine.
-caffeinated drinks: coffee, tea, chocolate drink, energy drink
-can alleviate feeling of restless, anxious, irritable
-limit the intake to not more than 2 cups /day
1 glass of trendy dalgona coffee ~300 calories = 1 standard balance meal. The sugar content is very high. It’s definitely ok to try but try to share your coffee to reduce consumption.
Food Safety Precaution:
-leftover good could harbor bacteria & unsafe.
-2hours rules: food in room temperature for more than 2 hours should be discarded.
-do not keep leftover food in fridge >3 days.
small, frequent & regular meal time to prevent overeating.
-stick to regular meal pattern
-small frequent meal every 4 hours to prevent overeating
get enough sleep.
-sufficient good quality sleep
-boost effectiveness of T cell (immune cell)
-at least 7-8hrs/day
exercise.
-mood boosting & immune boosting
-stretching, yoga / exercise with streaming short workout video at home to stay active
stay mentally strong & maintain positive thinking.
-read from credible sources to avoid misinformation & create unnecessary anxiety

Vitamin C

antioxidant, limit inflammation and tissue damage associated with immune response
Boost collagen production for healthy skin, boost activity phagocytes
Promote growth lympocytes
Recommended Nutrient Intake, RNI:
Adult: 70mg/day
Elderly (>65 years) : 80mg/day
Pregnancy: 95mg/day
Lactation: 95mg/day

Zinc

Meat (beef & pork), 2.9-4.7mg/100g
Poultry, 1.8-3.0mg/100g
Seafood, 1.8-3.0mg/100g
Nuts & Seeds, 2.9-7.8mg/100g
Beans & lentils, 1.0-2.0mg/100g
Wholegrain cereals, 0.5-3.2mg/100g

Note:

inadequate intakes of essential minerals & vitamins should be avoided.
Megadose supplements should be avoided, can be harmful sometimes.

I actually still prefer advises from professional medical doctors & dietitians. They’re more likely to portray overall picture about health including nutrients, lifestyle, sleep cycle, hormonal balance, immunity, body function, physical & mental health and with scientific data. The wellness doctor once told me healthy muscular figure doesn’t mean healthy inside. It’s not just about how fit u look, you’ve got to see overall picture.
Credits:
Parkway Pantai

Basic french for effective communication

2020-04-22T22:43:00.000-07:00

Q: Why you need to learn basic French?

Do you know if you start a conversation in French, the French are more likely to answer your questions in English ?
This is also one of the tips to travel in France.
Many claim that the French do not speak English and finding someone who speaks decent English in France is mission impossible. This stereotype is not true.
It's a myth the French won't speak English. English is the standard language of tourism in Europe.
take the time to learn a few words. A simple bonjour instead of hello can considerably change the way people interact with you.
Understand their culture, shows people you care about their culture & with genuine interest in the country. people will more likely to help you, and make your time in their country extraordinary.
https://frenchtogether.com/french-speak-english/
Note: The French don't like it when you start the conversation with English. Don't know and don't want to speak to you are two different story and people usually misunderstood that. There's always unwritten rules, so be open minded to understand, learn and respect their culture.

Basic French for communication

Je m'appelle (name). J'habite a (place)Ca va? ca va = my name is (name) live in (place). hello / good? good
Bonjour = hi .
Salut! = hi
Magnifique!= magnificiant / superb
merci = thank you
le fromage =cheese
oui = yes
Cognac = alcohol & town in france
boardeaux = wine & city in france
Au revoir = bye (do not pronounce r)
A bientot! = see u soon

Note: This is not from proper language class. Learned it from French speaker through conference call for basic communication. Do search for google for more.

Credits :
https://www.completefrance.com/travel/holiday-ideas/9-virtual-tours-of-france-1-6590936
https://www.thelocal.fr/20170921/yes-you-can-live-in-paris-without-speaking-french
https://frenchtogether.com/french-speak-english/
Google: french don't like to speak english

Google

Hong Kong Chinese Sausage rice 港式腊味饭 - 1 pot rice cooker recipe

2020-04-21T20:27:00.000-07:00

Hong Kong Chinese Sausage rice 港式腊味饭
Servings: 1pax
Ingredients:

1/2 cup rice
1 cup water (depends on rice, some rice like basmati require more water. Typical rice is 1:1 ratio)
1 tablespoon sesame oil (1 1/2 - 2 tablespoon if require to keep warm for long time)
100g chinese sausage, diced
25g green peas
1 teaspoon kombu granules (salt for replacement)
1 teaspoon soy sauce (optional)

Procedure:

Wash rice, soak 10-15mins
add all ingredients & water into rice cooker. set rice setting, cook for 20mins like normal rice,
When cooked, stir and keep warm for 10-15mins before serve.
Add extra 1 tablespoon sesame oil if require to keep warm for long time to avoid dry harden rice texture.

Note:

due to limited ingredients during lockdown, used 25g chinese sausage & 75g garden peas.it still taste good.
if you're busy, u can cook at night, keep warm with AI rice cooker and just pack it in the morning. put extra 1 table spoon sesame oil to avoid the rice from being dehydrated.

**Recipe may improvised to 2 serving with whatever ingredients available & depends on our preferences.
**Refer credits for original recipes.

Phantom of the Opera

2020-04-21T00:17:00.001-07:00

Background: Phantom of the Opera

a musical with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, lyrics by Charles Hart, and a book by Lloyd Webber and Richard Stilgoe.
Based on the French novel of the same name by Gaston Leroux, its central plot revolves around a beautiful soprano, Christine Daaé, who becomes the obsession of a mysterious, disfigured musical genius living in the subterranean labyrinth beneath the Paris Opéra House (Palais Garnier).
In the English-speaking world, Gaston Leroux is best known for writing the novel The Phantom of the Opera (Le Fantôme de l'Opéra, 1910), which has been made into several film and stage productions of the same name, notably the 1925 film starring Lon Chaney, and Andrew Lloyd Webber's 1986 musical.
Andrew Lloyd Webber's "The Phantom of the Opera," staged at London's Royal Albert Hall in 2011, available to stream free on YouTube until 20 April 20 for covid 19 fund raising.
The free musical is available on Webber's "The Shows Must Go On" YouTube channel. Viewers are invited to donate to The Actors Fund, (Fund raising for Covid-19 Emergency Relief).
'The Shows Must Go On' by Universal is about musicals going from stage to screen. Will show Andrew Webber's work every Friday for coming few weeks during covid-19.

"The Phantom of the Opera," at Royal Albert Hall (2011):

in celebration of 25th anniversary of Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera.
Cameron Mackintosh (British theatrical producer and theatre owner notable for his association with many commercially successful musicals) produced a unique, spectacular staging of musical on a scale which had never seen before.
Inspired by the original staging by Hal Prince & Gillian Lynne.
The lavish, fully staged production set in the scumptous Victorian splendour of London's legendary Royal Albert Hall features a cast of orchestra of over 200 & special guests.
"The Phantom of the Opera" song was performed by Sarah Brightman in closing of the musical theater .
Sarah Brightman is the pioneer for the role of Christine Daaé in first preview of The Phantom of Opera
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C90eHuBPhS8
Definitely something worth to watch, the gigantic chandelier with fireworks at the opening, the organs and props are extremely impressive.
The Synopsis on wikipedia about the story is pretty much similar to the plot in the musical show and helps you to understand the stories better if u miss any part.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Phantom_of_the_Opera_(1986_musical)

Awards:

Academy Awards & Golden Globes, nomination for Best Original Song: "Learn to Be Lonely" from the 2004 motion picture The Phantom of the Opera
Tony Awards 1988, Best Musical for The Phantom of the Opera
Olivier Awards 1986, Best Musical for The Phantom of the Opera
1988: Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Orchestrations for The Phantom of the Opera.

Background: Andrew Lloyd Webber

English composer, impresario of musical theatre
"the most commercially successful composer in history" - The New York Times
"fifth most powerful person in British culture" in 2008 -Daily Telegraph
the Really Useful Group (His company), one of the largest theatre operators in London. Producers in several parts of the UK have staged productions, including national tours, of the Lloyd Webber musicals under licence from the Really Useful Group.
Sunday Times Rich List 2006 ranked him the 87th-richest man in Britain with an estimated fortune of £700 million.
increased to £750 million in 2007, publication ranked him 101st in 2008.
The Sunday Times Rich List of 2019 saw him ranked the richest musician in the UK (overtaking Paul McCartney) with a fortune of £820 million.

Awards:

knighthood in 1992, peerage from Queen Elizabeth II for services to the Arts, six Tonys, three Grammys (as well as the Grammy Legend Award), an Academy Award, fourteen Ivor Novello Awards, seven Olivier Awards, a Golden Globe, a Brit Award, the 2006 Kennedy Center Honors, the 2008 Classic Brit Award for Outstanding Contribution to Music, and an Emmy Award.
one of fifteen people to have won an Oscar, an Emmy, a Grammy, and a Tony.
has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, is an inductee into the Songwriter's Hall of Fame, and is a fellow of the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers, and Authors

-the information provided is based on reference materials

Credits :
Andrew Lloyd Webber
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andrew_Lloyd_Webber
https://www.playbill.com/article/following-the-phantom-of-the-opera-andrew-lloyd-webbers-love-never-dies-heads-to-youtube
Phantom Of The Opera
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FKHMRGMkQHU&feature=youtu.be
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Phantom_of_the_Opera_(1986_musical)
https://edition.cnn.com/2020/04/18/us/phantom-of-the-opera-andrew-lloyd-webber-trnd/index.html
Gaston Leroux
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gaston_Leroux
Paris Opera Hous

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palais_Garnier

monosodium glutamate MSG effect

2020-04-19T05:56:00.001-07:00

Q: What’s MSG & what's the effect ?

Monosodium glutamate (MSG)

widely used as flavor enhancer. Although generally recognised as safe by food safety regulatory agencies, several studies have questioned its long-term safety.
FDA categorizes MSG as “generally recognized as safe” (GRAS). also categorizes salt and sugar as GRAS.
controversy over the lack of oversight the FDA has in the introduction and use of additives by the food industry. According to the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI), many GRAS foods don’t go through the rigorous testing required for this safety claim. Trans fats were once identified as GRAS until enough research forced the FDA to change the classification.
MSG is added to many Chinese food, processed foods, including hot dogs and potato chips.
FDA does require companies that add MSG to their foods to include the additive on the list of ingredients on the packaging.
some ingredients naturally contain MSG, food manufacturers may choose to use these ingredients to avoid disclosing the name MSG on the ingredient list. If you intend to steer clear of MSG, exclude these main ingredients: autolyzed yeast, textured vegetable protein, yeast extract, glutamic acid, gelatin, soy protein isolate, and soy extracts.
Chinese restaurant syndrome: outdated term in 1960s. Refers to symptoms after eating food from a Chinese restaurant. Currently known as MSG symptom complex. Symptoms often include headache, skin flushing, and sweating.

Effect

Hypertension
Effects on Brain -high MSG intake can have adverse effects on brain. prolonged intake can lead to damage.
Headache - can transform into migraine. (intense pain, vision modification, nausea)
Effects on Nerves -tingling, burning sensation in the neck and face. MSG is neurotransmitter that induces the nerves and misbalances the neurotransmitters. These disorders can contain diseases like Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and Huntington’s has connection with Ajinomoto.
Sleeping Disordered Breathing -improve the risk of snoring and sleep-disordered breathing.
Risk of Cancer -has cancer-triggering capabilities. consumption of MSG can increase the chances of cancer.
https://atchayapathrafoods.com/harmful-effects-ajinomoto/
sensitive individual may suffer from headache, giddiness, sweating, abdominal pain, and urticaria
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5278591/
MSG has been linked with obesity, metabolic disorders, Chinese Restaurant Syndrome, neurotoxic effects and detrimental effects on the reproductive organs.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5938543/
induce hypothalamic lesions and leptin resistance, possibly influencing energy balance, leading to overweight
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2610632/
Promotion of tumor development in MSG‐induced obesity. Obesity models in mice can be established via treatment of newborn pups with MSG

-the information provided is based on reference materials

Credits :

Background
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6952072/
https://www.healthline.com/health/chinese-restaurant-syndrome#monosodium-glutamate
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-51139005
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5938543/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2610632/

Effect
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5278591/
https://atchayapathrafoods.com/harmful-effects-ajinomoto/
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/1541-4337.12448

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6952072/

https://www.healthline.com/health/chinese-restaurant-syndrome#monosodium-glutamate

https://atchayapathrafoods.com/harmful-effects-ajinomoto/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2610632/

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/1541-4337.12448

Hummus Pasta Recipe

2020-04-18T07:17:00.001-07:00

Hummus pastaServings: 2pax

1.Gordon Ramsay, Angel hair pasta
Ingredients:

½ tablespoon salt (Normal salt)
4 grind seasoning salt (Himalaya pink salt)
3 dash pepper
2 tablespoon olive oil
100g angel pasta/Capellini N1 (2pax)

Procedure:

Add water to large pan, cook evenly.
Add ½ tablespoon salt, 1 tablespoon olive oil
boil the water (stops pasta from sticking)
add 100g angel pasta, 3 1/2 - 4 minutes (3 minutes if require further cook in pan with sauce) , set timer (time depends on pasta manufacturer, tried with pasta that require 5-7 minutes)
turn with tongs until it starts to melt & twist into pan.
lift a strand to test & ensure al dente.
into a colander, drain pasta
add 4 grind salt, 3 dash pepper, 1 tablespoon olive oil, stops it from sticking together

**pasta cooking time depends on type of pasta & manufacturer.
**Refer credits for How To Cook The Perfect Pasta - Gordon Ramsay

2. Hummus pasta
Ingredients:

100g cooked angel pasta/Capellini N1 (2pax)
110ml hummus
1/8 cup sun dried tomatoes (oil drained)
1 tablespoon olive oil / tomato oil
10g garlic , minced
1/4 cup pasta reserve water (1/2 cup lighter consistency)
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup olives
1/4 cup cherry tomatoes
1/8 marinated artichokes
5 grind Himalayan pink salt /to taste
3 dash pepper /to taste

For garnishing (optional):

1-2 leaves chives
few grates, Grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tablespoon Italy white truffle oil
few dash red chili flakes

Procedure:

Heat olive oil (medium heat)
Add 10g garlic, sun dried tomatoes cook 1-2 minutes (stir frequently until golden on the edges-don't overcook)
Add hummus and pasta (stir to combine). Carefully add 1/4 reserved pasta-cooking water (or until sauce reaches desired consistency)
Off the heat, add Himalayan pink salt,pepper, garlic powder, fresh lemon juice, olives , cherry tomatoes, marinated artichokes
For dressing, add 1-2 leaves chives, few grates Grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 table spoon Italy white truffle oil, few dash chili flakes

**Recipe may improvised to 2 serving with whatever ingredients available & depends on our preferences.
**Refer credits for original recipes.

Credits :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UYhKDweME3A
https://www.tesco.com/groceries/en-GB/products/265915658
https://www.foodnetwork.com/how-to/articles/how-to-make-an-antipasti-plate

Wonton noodles recipe

2020-04-14T01:47:00.001-07:00

Wontan noodles

Servings: 1pax

Ingredients:

cook noodles

500 ml water
1 tbsp olive oil

noodles seasoning

2 tablespoon dark soy sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce (1/2 tablespoon - lighter taste, 2 tablespoon -more concentrated taste)
5 grind salt / to taste
1⁄2 teaspoon sugar
2 tsp sesame oil (1 tablespoon for lighter taste)
3 dash pepper
1 pcs dried noodles (use nan shan misua as alternative)
1 teaspoon garlic oil
spring onion (optional)

Procedure:

Boil water and add 1 tablespoon olive oil.
place noodles into boiling water and cook for 4 mins (depends on brand, the brand i'm using recommended 3-5minutes)
Drain the water and 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Mix to avoid noodles from sticking together.
Mix seasoning in another bowl.
Add seasoning into noodles and mix well.
Add garlic oil & spring Onion for garnishing

Note: typical wonton noodles is made of egg noodles. For coronavirus lockdown we used nan shan misua noodles with natural ingredients as alternative. texture and noodle size are quite similar to egg noodles. texture and noodle size are quite similar to egg noodles. Lockdown with limited ingredients just made us re-imagined food, improvised recipes and replace things with all kinds of alternative.

**Recipe may improvised to 1-2 serving with whatever ingredients available & depends on our preferences.
**Refer credits for original recipes.

Credits :

https://www.nyonyacooking.com/recipes/wonton-noodles~SJ-yOPiDzqW7
https://rasamalaysia.com/wonton-noodles-malaysian-wantan-mee-recipe/
https://whattocooktoday.com/dry-wonton-noodles.html

Authentic Hai Di Lao steamboat paste -review

2020-04-12T00:37:00.000-07:00

Q: Which hot pot / steamboat paste & what flavour is recommended for homemade hotpot?

Hai di lao hot pot seasoning
Soup : Spicy Vegetable oil/ 麻辣清油, fragrant tallow (beef)/麻辣浓香牛油 , mellow tallow/麻辣醇香牛油, delicacy pickled fish/上汤酸菜鱼, excellent spicy boiled fish 精品水煮鱼, sour soup/泡椒酸汤
Dry/without soup: Spicy Chili Pot/ 麻辣香锅
Sauce: Fragrant peppery flavor/ 麻辣味火锅蘸料
Refer official link for full series of hotpot soup base & seasoning http://www.yihchina.com/en/product.html

Hai Di Lao hotpot seasoning

Recommended? : Yes

easy to use and taste compatible with those in hotpot restaurant.
can add plain water only. add homemade chicken/pork bone soup will elevate the taste.

Spicy level? : 2-moderaterating scale: 1-mild, almost none, 2-moderate, 3-extreme

Moderate spicy: Spicy Vegetable oil/ 麻辣清油, fragrant tallow (beef)/麻辣浓香牛油 , mellow tallow/麻辣醇香牛油, Spicy Chili Pot/ 麻辣香锅
Mild spicy: delicacy pickled fish/上汤酸菜鱼, excellent spicy boiled fish 精品水煮鱼, sour soup/泡椒酸汤, Fragrant peppery flavor/ 麻辣味火锅蘸料
require to add additional Sichuan peppercorn if you opt for the extreme spicy level in China hot pot restaurant.

Serving: 2-5 pax/ pack

Typically 1 pack = 1-2 round of soup
Recommended to buy at least 2 packs / flavour for each round of steamboat for better taste and able to add >2 round of soup.

Storage life : 12 months
Key Features:

Produced by Yihai International holdings, a food distribution and seasoning manufacturer for Haidilao hot pot chain .
Zhang Yong (the haidilao founder) holds majority stakes of Yihai international holdings. So don’t worry, this is legit haidilao sauce.

Brand awards

Top 10 hot restaurant award for 5 consecutive years in China
won more than ten titles and honors such as “advanced enterprise”, “consumer satisfaction unit”, “famous hot pot” famous hot pot in Sichuan, Shanxi, Henan and other province in China.
"Haidilao” trademark was awarded “China Famous Brand”
"Chinese Famous Hot Pot" by the CCA.
“National Well-known Trademark” by the Trademark Office of the State Administration of Industry and Commerce
“Top 100 Chinese Catering Enterprises” for 5 consecutive years.

Original Price :

(2020, April), steamboat soup paste ~RM8.45 -RM9.5/pack.
(2020, April), sauce ~RM3.5/pack.

Hai Di Lao Background:

Hai Di Lao is one of the reputable China’s hotpot giant and for this company quality and service comes first.
Sichuan style hot pot chain famous for its unique special service with manicure, hand care, free leather show cleaning service, free photo printing, offers massage chairs, have children's play rooms (accompanied by special personnel), Sichuan's characteristic face-changing performance, fusion of Chinese martial arts performances, noodles making performances. It also provides variety of snacks, fruits, and games. During birthday celebration, the staff will sing birthday songs with Happy Birthday LED panel.
Typically require to queue for hours, there’s limited seats / day and might not be able to get seats.
Haidilao founder Zhang Yong. Forbes has named him as Singapore’s third richest, has also been listed as the 224th richest man in the world.
Haidilao is a successful Sichuan-style hotpot chain with 466 stores at the end of 2018.
has oversea outlets in Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, Australia, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Canada, United States, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, South Korea, and Japan.
has more than 36 million VIP members and 60,000+ staff.
Zhang Yong (Hai Di Lao founder) has majority stake in Haidilao Catering, Hai Di Lao International Holding (parent company of Haidilao), Yihai International (food distribution and seasoning manufacturer for Haidilao).

-the information provided is based on personal experiences & reference materials during purchase

Credits :
http://www.yihchina.com/en/product.html
https://www.haidilao.com/en/gyhdl/ppgs/index.html
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haidilao
https://vulcanpost.com/659450/haidilao-founder-chinese-hotpot-chain/
http://www.eeo.com.cn/ens/feature/2011/05/26/202211.shtml

These are my favourite. There are new flavour on their website. if you've tried them & let me know which flavour is recommended.

Pan Mee noodles mince meat without oyster sauce recipe

2020-04-09T03:55:00.000-07:00

Pan Mee noodles mince meat without oyster sauce recipe

Servings: 2 pax

Ingredients:
Minced meat (2pax)

150 g minced meat
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
1 teaspoon / 1/2 tablespoon dark soy sauce
3 pcs Shiitake mushroom (diced)
1⁄2 tablespoon sugar
10g shallot
10g garlic clove
2 tablespoon sesame oil
1⁄2 tbsp kombu seaweed sauce (oyster sauce replacement)
2 dash kombu seaweed granules (salt replacement)
3 dash pepper

Pouched egg with runny yolk (1pax)

1 egg
1 teaspoon vinegar / white wine vinegar
2 grind salt
2 grind pepper
500 ml water / depends on your pot

Pan mee noodles (1 pax)

1 pan mee dried noodles
500 ml water
1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking noodles)
1 tablespoon kombu seaweed sauce (oyster sauce replacement)
3 dash pepper
1/2 tablespoon light soy sauce
1⁄2 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
Spring Onion for garnishing

Stir fried chinese cabbage

Refer link. Skip rice wine if needed.
https://wordpress.com/block-editor/post/janenetwork.wordpress.com/241

Procedure:
Minced meat (2pax)

Marinate minced meat with soy sauce, dark soy sauce, pepper, kombu sauce, sugar and 1 tablespoon sesame oil.(Marinate overnight for better taste)
Heat up 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Add garlic & shallot, stir-fry 5 seconds.
Add Shiitake mushroom, stir-fry 5 seconds.
Add marinated minced meat, stir-fry 3-5 minutes / until cooked.

Pouched egg with runny yolk (1pax)

Heat up water to a gentle simmer, add salt, pepper, a teaspoon vinegar.
Break an egg into a teacup/small bowl, whisk the water to create a gentle whirlpool, and tip the egg into centre of it.
Leave to cook for 3 minutes, or until the egg floats to the top and the white is cooked but the yolk still soft.
Lift the egg out with slotted spoon and drain on kitchen paper.
Gently season with salt and pepper.
Note:
-Refer Gordon Ramsay's video for method https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iHGO8ygUk0w
-perfect poached egg should take between 90 seconds and 2 minutes.
-get the water to boil initially, then set to gentle rolling boil before whisking.
-stir to gain momentum to carry the egg white around the egg yolk

Pan mee noodles (1 pax)

Boil water and add 1 tablespoon olive oil.
place noodles into boiling water and cook for 10 mins (depends on brand, the brand i'm using recommended 9-11minutes)
Drain the water and 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Mix to avoid noodles from sticking together.
Mix seasoning in another bowl. Mix 1 tablespoon kombu seaweed sauce, pepper, light soy sauce, 1⁄2 tablespoon sugar.
Add seasoning into noodles and mix well.
Add Spring Onion for garnishing

**Recipe may improvised to 2 serving with whatever ingredients available & depends on our preferences.
**Refer credits for original recipes.

Credits :
https://www.nyonyacooking.com/recipes/chili-pan-mee~HkkB_PsvM9-Q
https://my.com.my/trending/eat-nice-food/ganlaomian-1
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pAWduxoCgVk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iHGO8ygUk0w
https://www.gordonramsayrestaurants.com/recipes/avocado-on-toast-with-poached-eggs/

Golden egg fried rice recipe

2020-04-08T08:25:00.000-07:00

Golden egg fried rice recipe

Servings: 1pax

Ingredients:

1 bowl of rice (preferable with overnight rice)
2 eggs (separate egg white and yolk)
6 prawns (optional)
5 grind salt / salt to taste
3 dash pepper
Spring onion for garnishing
10g shallot (optional)
10g garlic (optional)
1 tablespoon sesame oil

Note:
*do not put shallot & garlic if require yellowish visual . garlic & shallots gives dimmer visual but with better aroma.
*overnight rice with be dehydrate, add a few drips of water before cooking.

Procedure:

Separate egg yolk and egg white. Add egg yolk into white rice & mix well.
Add sesame oil, stir fried shallot, garlic for stir-fry 5 seconds. Add prawn and stir-fry for 1 minute (optional)
Add rice with egg yolk. Use broth saddle to press the rice lightly to ensure rice is in original shape but separated. Normal cooking spatula may damage the rice.
Wait until the rice move slight / with jumping effect. Add egg white and stir-fry for for 5 seconds.
Add spring onion, salt and pepper to taste. Stir fry for 5 seconds.
Add sesame oil 5 seconds .
Add spring onion & pepper for garnishing.

Note: For procedure 2, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ee1PxlV9s-o
**Recipe may improvised to 2 serving with whatever ingredients available & depends on our preferences.
**Refer credits for original recipes.

Credits :
https://www.xinshipu.com/zuofa/723302
https://www.xiachufang.com/recipe/102187643/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ee1PxlV9s-o

with shallot and garlic

without shallot and garlic

Crispy pork belly - Reheat method

2020-04-05T07:40:00.005-07:00

Reheat overnight crispy pork belly

Crispy roasted pork belly will never be crispy if u put in fridge overnight & it won’t be nice anymore. That's a myth.
In fact, you can reheat & restore the crispy & crackly pork belly skin texture.
Crispiness can be restored for 100% chewy & gummy pork belly that has put in fridge for few days.
Salt in pork belly recipe is to dehydrate the skin. The skin will only be crispy when there’s no moisture . If there’s moisture inside , of course you’re getting gummy & chewy jelly like texture.
Normal pan doesn’t provide uniform heating like enclosed built in oven with ventilation fan & provide gradual temperature change. It will not restore the creepiness of pork skin.

Procedure:

Placed the pork belly with skin facing up in built in grill oven.
Roast with uniform heating fan cooking setting, 15 mins 180C , 15mins 240C (similar temperature as pork belly recipe). Timing may varies due to the shape & size of pork belly. This setting is for two pcs of roasted pork belly ( ~35cm x 7cm x ~ 3cm ).
All excess moisture & oil leaked out. The whole layer of pork belly skin becomes super crispy & crackly. Simulating the same preparation process can restore the condition.

**Recipe may improvised to 2 serving with whatever ingredients available & depends on our preferences.
**Refer credits for original recipes.

Credits :
https://rasamalaysia.com/chinese-roast-pork/
https://www.thespruceeats.com/slow-roasted-pork-belly-crispy-skin-3059509
https://cooking.stackexchange.com/questions/43183/how-to-reheat-pork-belly-keep-the-crackling-crackly

CHANEL Perfume for Men Review

2020-03-27T23:54:00.000-07:00

Q: What’s the best perfume for men?

Bleu de CHANEL Eau De Parfum (EDP) -Aromatic woody

Bleu de CHANEL Eau De Parfum (EDP)-Aromatic woody

Recommended ? : 4- highly recommended
rating scale: 1-not recommended, 2-moderate 3-good, 4-highly recommended

Smell fresh, clean, elegant and classy. Better choice compare to Gucci Guilty Black. Good gift choice for boyfriend.

Composition:

Citrus, ambery Cedar, TonkaBean and Vanilla.

Product Award:

Winner of Allure magazine's 'Best of Beauty' Award for Best Men's Scent, 2018
2019 Fifi Awards: Fragrance of the Year-Men's Luxury and Media Campaign of the Year-Men's.

Way to use:

Eau de parfum is sprayed in a cloud inside clothing or the skin.
Bf has the habit of spraying on his clothes.

Available type:

Eau de Toilette (EDT): lightest & most relaxed fragrance.
Eau de Parfum (EDP): closest in strength & character to the parfum form.
Parfum: most powerful, concentrated & long-lasting form of fragrance.

Available in 3 sizes:

50ml, 100ml , 150ml

Where to buy:

Any Chanel official boutique

Note:

try not to buy fake perfume. May contain chemical ingredients which might cause respiratory & skin problems. Even buying original, my bf still worries & only spray on shirt.

Original Price :

(2019), ~RM 600++
Purchased from Chanel boutique, Malaysia. Price may varies, original luxury boutique will typically adjust price from time to time.

Chanel Background:

Luxury fashion house founded by Coco Chanel , headquaters in Paris, France.
one of the most influential luxury designer brands which focus on high fashion, ready-made clothes, luxury products, and accessories.
Chanel de Bleu created by Jacques Polge, French perfumer, Head Perfumer at Les Parfums Chanel. (Chanel's fragrance creator of 35 years). Created every Chanel fragrance launched since 1978, including Coco, Coco Mademoiselle, Allure, Chance, Chanel de Bleu and Chanel No.5 Eau Premiere

-the information provided is based on personal experiences & reference materials during purchase

Credits :
https://www.harpersbazaar.com/beauty/makeup/g27787872/fragrance-foundation-fifi-award-winners-2019/
https://www.chanel.com/us/fragrance/p/107360/bleu-de-chanel-eau-de-parfum-pour-homme-spray/?nrtv_cid=f0688ec3a3544f83431789f5c9efeddf979325433a4561f450748c4013bbb0fb&utm_source=narrativ&utm_campaign=allure&utm_medium=affiliate&=undefined
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jacques_Polge
https://www.vogue.co.uk/article/jacques-polge-retires-as-chanel-fragrace-creator

KATE SPADE Handbag Review

2020-03-22T09:32:00.000-07:00

KATE SPADE New York - Cameron candace satchel hand bag- PXRU5931

Q: Why Kate Spade?

Because their saffiano leather is very durable

Recommended? : Yes

Cameron candace satchel, black used to be the signature design that rarely have discount. Currently they've changed top management and stop the signature design and move to another type of leather coated with anti scratch coating. But still this will always be one of my favorite & one of the most practical & durable handbag over time.
The saffiano leather is suitable for rough usage, scratch-proof and doesn't peel like soft leather. Bought a mini version 2 years back, often use it and still in good condition. Just the mini one is not so practical if you've many things to bring.
durable, classy, elegant & practical design which comes in different color. The large version has very large space & suitable to use as office bag. I've been putting all the important documents / receipts in the front compartment when we manage our new house renovation, the hard leather doesn't change shape easily and ensure the papers put in the bag are in good condition & not wrinkled .
I love practical, quality & durable bag, this is one of my favorite . If you still see this design in the market just buy. It's just an entry level affordable luxury brand but it's worth the money for day to day use. Some higher level luxury goods costs more but doesn't provide the practical durability that you need for day to day use. You need extra care for the leather during use which i don't think is practical if you just need a bag to go hawker stall for a delicious local meal. Use a more durable handbag so that you have less worry on the stain.
If there's stain, you can bring your handbag for cleaning in any outlet like Pavillion KL, Gurney Paragon, Queensbay Penang. They'll clean it with leather solution and is FOC.

Key Features:

Classic & functional bag
crosshatched leather with matching trim
book stripe printed on poly twill lining
14 karat gold plated hardware
saffiano leather , tough to break/ get dirty,water-resistant & scratch-proof (more durable)
Luggage tag bag charm with hardware accent
Slim front pocket, 3-pocket interior.
Rolled handles and optional, adjustable shoulder strap. Dust bag included.
Available in varieties of colors & 3 sizes (mini, medium, large).

Retail Boutique vs Factory Outlet:

Material Quality Difference

Boutiques material are high-quality leather.
Outlet material will be lighter, thinner, weaker and less durable with lower grade leather.

Price difference

Boutique price are higher even after discount.
Outlet can be almost half of the price

Design difference

Boutique 14-karat gold Kate Spade charm / hardware are available. Follow standard signature design. Luggage tag bag charm with hardware accent.
Outlet 14-karat gold Kate Spade charm / hardware are removed. Slightly different design in handles, Luggage tag bag charm without hardware accent.

Original Price :

(2019), RM1,850 (Original boutique) - Candace Large
(2017), RM1,700 (Original boutique) - Candace Mini

Kate Spades Background:

American luxury fashion design house founded in 1993, headquarters in New York, United States.
Known competitors of Michael Kors
Company was purchased by Tapestry, Inc. formerly known as Coach.
Luxury can be divided into levels:
-Entry level luxury / affordable luxury: Kate Spade, Michael Kors, Coach
-Moderate luxury / accessible core: Ralph Lauren
-Premium core: Louis Vuitton, Chanel
The categories of luxury are determined by their target demographic, product price points, scarcity and exclusivity.

-the information provided is based on personal experiences & reference materials during purchase

Credits :
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kate_Spade_New_York
http://static5.businessinsider.com/pyramid-of-luxury-brands-2015-3
https://www.quora.com/If-Kate-Spade-Ralph-Lauren-and-Coach-are-considered-luxury-brands-then-why-arent-their-bags-as-expensive-as-Louis-Vuitton-bags-or-Chanel-bags

Address (Penang) :
Gurney Paragon: L1.14, Gurney Paragon Mall, Gurney Dr, 10250 George Town, Penang
Queensbay: 1F-78, Ground Floor, Queensbay Mall, Unit GF-76/75 (B), Lot, No. 100, Persiaran Bayan Indah, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Penang

The hierarchy of luxury brands around the world, business insider.

Large & mini

After wrapping scraft to avoid all the hand sweats & avoid wear and tear to the handles

Boutique adviser will wipe before pack in box

Box for the handbag

comes with dust bag

Large candance may look very big to you but the size is very practical to use. I use it to manage all the documents during home renovation.

Able to keep all documents in good condition. For A4 paper, just fold into half.

For premium outlet , the design is slightly different at the handle and the charm. There's difference in the quality of the leather, it's made from lower grade leather and the shape of the bag doesn't hold as strong as those in boutique grade. I saw this at premium outlet, i actually like the charm. didn't buy this after i clarify the difference with boutique adviser.

The code for premium outlet grade is also different. The difference between premium outlet and boutique for Kate Spade is that, you get what you paid.

Tortilla wrap method

2020-03-20T02:37:00.000-07:00

Q: How to wrap a tortilla?

Use method 2 from this video. (0:18 onwards)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VISogdR_Jts&feature=youtu.be

Add sauce at the end of tortilla to make it stick (1:36 onwards)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pXe_Wt-Qu4E&feature=youtu.be

Grill the tortilla skin about 30 secs - 1min on flat pan (5:57 onwards)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S-k0uLs2rRU

Grill the tortilla skin about 30 secs - 1min on grill pan
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PobMBZzdpgM (2:53 onwards)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvZl4i91jtU (4:50 onwards)

For fillings, can try these or put anything u like.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzFoThs2Qpw&feature=youtu.be
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzsAA5zRHu4&feature=youtu.be

Procedure:

Spread sauce (size of the wrap) , add ingredients, fold edge of tortilla.
Pull the tortilla towards you with your fingers and slightly compress the ingredients.
Roll the wrap tightly, to the end, put sauce to make it stick
Tuck each end of the tortilla (3 tucks) which will keep the wrap in shape.
Add 1 spray of olive oil and heat up the pan.
Heat it on hot pan for about 1 min each side to roast the tortilla,slice in the middle of wrap. (vice versa)
Slice lemon / parsley for garnishing.

**Recipe may improvised & depends on personal preferences.
**Refer credits for original recipes.

Credits :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VISogdR_Jts&feature=youtu.be
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pXe_Wt-Qu4E&feature=youtu.be
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzsAA5zRHu4&feature=youtu.be
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzFoThs2Qpw&feature=youtu.be
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PobMBZzdpgM

Spain green olives + scrambled egg with Spain olive oil + Australia honey mustard + garlic + shallot

wrap with Spain green olives + scrambled egg with Spain olive oil + Turkey Jamie Oliver himalaya pink salt + cucumber + Australia honey mustard + garlic + shallot

Rice cooker Hainanese chicken rice recipe

2020-03-20T00:00:00.000-07:00

Asian cuisine: Hainanese chicken rice recipe - with rice cooker

Servings: 1pax

Ingredients:

Hainanese chicken

180g Chicken thigh
6 grind salt
2 dash pepper
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon ginger chicken paste

Hainanese rice

80g / 3/4, cup rice
12g / 1 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil
10g garlic, minced
6g ginger, minced
2 tablespoon ginger chicken paste

Garnishing

Hainanese chili
2 stalk spring onion
2 dash pepper
4 slices cucumbers
2 cherry tomatoes

Dipping Soy Sauce

1/2 tablespoon fried garlic
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 tablespoon dark sweet soy sauce
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoons sesame oil

Procedure:

Add water to large pan, cook evenly.
Add 12g sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add 10g garlic, 6g ginger, 2 tablespoon and fry until aromatic, about 1 minute.
Add Ginger chicken paste, then add the rice and stir to coat, about 3 minutes.
Transfer the 80g / 3/4, cup rice to a rice cooker and add 2 cups water (depends on type of rice, the type of rice that i'm using require more water. add slightly more water if you're planning to keep warm at night and serve in the morning).
Season the chicken with 3 grind of salt , 1 dash pepper (each side), 1 tablespoon ginger chicken paste, place the chicken above rice in rice cooker
Set AI rice cooker to usual cook rice setting and cook for 20mins.
Make the dipping soy sauce in a small bowl, combine all the ingredients.
Serve the sliced chicken with the rice, dipping sauces, sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, spring onion, pepper and Hainanese chili.

**Recipe may improvised to 1-2 serving with whatever ingredients available & depends on our preferences.
**Refer credits for original recipes.

Credits :
https://rasamalaysia.com/chicken-rice/

https://tasty.co/recipe/hainanese-chicken-rice

What type of hand sanitizer is effective for Coronavirus?

2020-03-15T23:50:00.000-07:00

Q: What type of hand sanitizer is effective for Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) ?

hand sanitizer with between 60% and 95% alcohol content. Alcohol is the active ingredient, may have other ingredients like moisturizers or scents.
usually isopropyl alcohol, ethanol (ethyl alcohol) or n-propanol
according to the CDC, rub sanitizer to coat your hands entirely and let it completely dry. If wipe off before it dries, it won’t be as effective.
Hand sanitizer is used if soap and water are not readily available.
the best is still washing hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. CDC's handwashing website recommended by Havard Health Publishing by Havard Medical School.

Hand Sanitizer type and comparison

Alcohol-based hand sanitisers
-contain varying amounts and types of alcohol, often between 60% and 95% and usually isopropyl alcohol, ethanol (ethyl alcohol) or n-propanol.
-Alcohol able to kill most germs including MRSA and E coli, they’re also effective against many viruses, including the influenza A virus, rhinovirus, hepatitis A virus, HIV, and Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV).
-below 60% alcohol content, the effectiveness drops very dramatically.
Alcohol-free hand sanitisers
-contain quarternary ammonium compounds (usually benzalkonium chloride) instead of alcohol.
-reduce microbes but are less effective than alcohol.

Note:

CDC requirement for coronavirus:
-hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
-consider alcohol-based wipes or spray containing at least 70% alcohol to clean and disinfect surface.
In simple words, alcohol free hand sanitizer and unclear alcohol % hand sanitizer just doesn't serve the intended purpose. It makes you personally feel safe but put you in risk. Just wash hands for at least 20 seconds if you can't find a good hand sanitizer.

CDC background

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Leading national public health institute of the United States.
United States federal agency responsible to protect public health and safety through control and prevention of disease, injury, and disability in US and internationally.
The health care information on CDC is reliable and highly recommended by medical doctors. It's actually recommended by my specialist wellness doctor from famous private hospital.
CDC information also recommended by Havard Health Publishing by Havard Medical School.

Havard Health Publishing

Publishing division of the Harvard Medical School of Harvard University.
Havard University , Private Ivy League research university in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Ranked as the world's top university every year since it was released.
Publish latest health information that is authoritative, trustworthy, and accessible with expertise of the 10,000+ faculty physicians at Harvard Medical School.
Publishing content is made available to public through syndicated daily newspaper column and licensing arrangements with a wide range of public and corporate websites.
Harvard Medical School was founded in 1782 and encompasses 18 affiliated hospitals with more than 11,000 members of the faculty, including more than 10,000 clinical physicians.

-the information provided is based on personal experiences & worthy information from reference materials during purchase. Do get professional advice for best practice.

Credits :
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harvard_University
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harvard_Medical_School

https://www.health.harvard.edu/about-us
https://www.businessinsider.my/how-to-make-sure-your-hand-sanitizer-is-effective-coronavirus-2020-3?r=US&IR=T
https://www.cdc.gov/handwashing/show-me-the-science-hand-sanitizer.html
https://www.health.harvard.edu/diseases-and-conditions/coronavirus-resource-center#Prevention
https://theconversation.com/coronavirus-not-all-hand-sanitisers-work-against-it-heres-what-you-should-use-133277
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/prevention.html
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/election-polling-locations.html
https://www.dettol.co.uk/about-us/understanding-coronavirus/

Havard Health Publishing by Havard Medical School.

Business insiders

CDC

Hand sanitizer gel & spray
Left: 66% alochol , Right: unspecified alcohol %

UK disinfection wipes with DGHM/VAH approved for medical device.
70% alcohol (medical grade)

UK disinfection wipes (200pcs/bottle)
70% alcohol (medical grade)

Hand sanitizer gel
70% alcohol
When i return to pharmacy to buy more, all the stock was reserved by doctors. It’s a bit hard to get branded certified hand sanitizer at this time but at least the hand sanitizer is meeting the minimum CDC requirement with at least 60% alcohol

Hand sanitizer liquid (require to pour into spray bottle) & Pharmacist recommended
75% alcohol (medical grade)

Disinfectant Surface Spray
60% alcohol
only spray at appropriate surface. don’t just spray blindly and spoil your item.

Disinfection wipes
70% alcohol (medical grade)

What type of mask is effective for Coronavirus ?

2020-03-15T20:07:00.000-07:00

Q: What type of mask is effective for Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) ?

Surgical mask and N95 respirators.
N95 respirators offer higher level protection
WHO recommends N95, FFP2, or equivalent respirator.
CDC recommends NIOSH-certified disposable N95
Typically N95 recommended for healthcare workers for airborne precaution and should be used during be used during aerosol generating procedures due to tight fitting design.

Mask type and comparison

Anti virus & Anti bacteria function:
N95>Surgical mask>FFP1>active carbon mask> fabric mask > sponge mask

Surgical mask (strongest protection)
N95 respirator (medical use)
FFP1 (isolate suspended particles)
Active carbon mask (unpleasant smell or surrounding)
Fabric mask (keep warm in cold weather)
Sponge mask (aesthetic use, barely any protection function)

Note: Homemade DIY fabric mask is not able to protect from infections disease and may cause risk of higher infection. Refer to Public Heath Malaysia for further explanations.

Mask type and function

Difference between surgical mask and N95 respirator, CDC & Harvard health.

Be cautious on counterfeit N95 mask

CDC web page provides a table of NIOSH-approved N95 respirators, listed alphabetically by manufacturer, model number / product line. Not all product and model qualified for N95 function.
Qualified N95 mask is approved by National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).
Malaysia qualified N95 masks will have JKKP approved label .
JKKP (Jabatan Keselamatan dan Kesihatan Pekerjaan) also known as Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH).
Fullfill requirement of European Standard (EN 149:2001) & FFR classification .
EN 149 European standard for face pieces - filtering halfmasks to protect against particles
According to OSHA, The use of counterfeit or altered respirators can jeopardize worker health and safety. there is no way of knowing whether these products or parts meet the stringent testing and quality assurance requirements of NIOSH and will provide workers with the expected level of protection.

counterfeit mask , CDC

Sample of JKKP approved N95 mask - supplied by subsidiary of Sunway Group .

Be cautious on counterfeit surgical mask

According to OSHA, only surgical masks that are regulated by U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are legally marketed in the United Stated and have been tested for their ability to resist blood and body fluids.

Counterfeit surgical mask, CNN world

Sample of FDA approved surgical mask

Note:
-Personally i find it difficult to identify counterfeit features of surgical mask. So i actually prefer N95 mask.
-Here's some counterfeit test and doubtful brands shared by forum regarding counterfeit surgical mask and FDA surgical mask. Do share with me if you have more reliable source to verify and identify counterfeit feature of surgical mask.

WHO background

World Health Organization (WHO)
United Nations specialized agency (headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland) responsible for world public health .
Primary role is to direct international health within the United Nations' system and to lead partners in global health responses.
WHO constitution signed by 61 countries

NIOSH background

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
United States federal agency responsible for research and recommendations for the prevention of work-related injury and illness.
NIOSH is part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

CDC background

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Leading national public health institute of the United States.
United States federal agency responsible to protect public health and safety through control and prevention of disease, injury, and disability in US and internationally.
The health care information on CDC is reliable and highly recommended by medical doctors. It's actually recommended by my specialist wellness doctor from famous private hospital.
CDC information also recommended by Havard Health Publishing by Havard Medical School.

Havard Health Publishing

Publishing division of the Harvard Medical School of Harvard University.
Havard University , Private Ivy League research university in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Ranked as the world's top university every year since it was released.
Publish latest health information that is authoritative, trustworthy, and accessible with expertise of the 10,000+ faculty physicians at Harvard Medical School.
Publishing content is made available to public through syndicated daily newspaper column and licensing arrangements with a wide range of public and corporate websites.
Harvard Medical School was founded in 1782 and encompasses 18 affiliated hospitals with more than 11,000 members of the faculty, including more than 10,000 clinical physicians.

OSHA background

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Agency of United States Department of Labor
established under Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act), responsible to assure safe and healthy working conditions, enforce standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance

-the information provided is based on personal experiences and some reading materials which i've came across during purchase. i do not guarantee 100% accuracy on the information provided as i do not have any professional healthcare qualification. Do get professional advice for best practice and before making any decisions.

Credits :
https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-public/when-and-how-to-use-masks
https://www.who.int/publications-detail/advice-on-the-use-of-masks-in-the-community-during-home-care-and-in-healthcare-settings-in-the-context-of-the-novel-coronavirus-(2019-ncov)-outbreak
https://multimedia.3m.com/mws/media/1791123O/2019-novel-coronavirus-outbreak.pdf
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=17&v=mOV1aBVYKGA&feature=emb_logo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=31&v=1APwq1df6Mw&feature=emb_logo
https://www.health.harvard.edu/diseases-and-conditions/coronavirus-resource-center#Prevention
https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-public/myth-busters
https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/npptl/pdfs/UnderstandDifferenceInfographic-508.pdf
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/infection-control/control-recommendations.html?CDC_AA_refVal=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fcoronavirus%2F2019-ncov%2Fhcp%2Finfection-control.html
https://www.who.int/publications-detail/infection-prevention-and-control-during-health-care-when-novel-coronavirus-(ncov)-infection-is-suspected-20200125
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Institute_for_Occupational_Safety_and_Health
http://emag.medicalexpo.com/which-masks-actually-protect-against-coronavirus/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_Health_Organization
https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/personal-protective-equipment-infection-control/n95-respirators-and-surgical-masks-face-masks
https://www.osha.gov/video/respiratory_protection/niosh_transcript.html
https://www.osha.gov/Publications/respirators-vs-surgicalmasks-factsheet.html
https://www.fda.gov/regulatory-information/search-fda-guidance-documents/surgical-masks-premarket-notification-510k-submissions
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Occupational_Safety_and_Health_Administration
https://edition.cnn.com/asia/live-news/coronavirus-outbreak-01-30-20-intl-hnk/h_9a88ef30a092100b604c936fbde3f5da
https://www.facebook.com/publichealthmalaysia/photos/a.1715215348768330/2576339369322586/?type=3&theater

3m N95

CDC N95

WHO N95

counterfeit mask - OSHA

Counterfeit, business insider

Chinese Seaweed Egg Drop Soup Recipe

2020-03-15T02:29:00.000-07:00

Asian cuisine: Chinese Seaweed Egg Drop Soup Recipe Summary

Servings: 2pax

Ingredients:

12g / 1 seaweed sheets
150g minced meat
160g pork ribs (optional)
18g / 4 pcs dried oyster (optional)
150g tofu
120g potato (optional)
50g carrot (optional)
2 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoon corn starch, mix (optional)
8g / 1 tablespoon baby shrimp
1250ml water
1 spring onion (optional for granishing)
1 tablespoon soy sauce and 3 grind salt, 1 dash pepper for seasoning when soup is ready (optional for saltier taste)

Seasonings (meat)

1 tablespoon light soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornflour
1/2 tablespoon sugar
2 dash pepper
1 tablespoon shaoxing wine

Procedure:

Soak seaweed in water until softened. Rinse thoroughly and drain.
Marinate pork mince and pork ribs with seasoning for 15 minutes.
Add water, seaweed, minced meat , pork ribs, dried oyster, tofu, potato, carrot ,baby shrimp into AI rice cooker, set to soup mode, cook for 1-2 hours.
After 1-2hours , add corn starch to thicken the soup . Slowly drop in egg and gently whisk with a fork.
Flavor the soup with salt, soy sauce and pepper. Garnish with spring onion. (optional)

**Recipe may improvised to 2 serving with whatever ingredients available & depends on our preferences.
**Refer credits for original recipes.

Credits :
https://en.christinesrecipes.com/2010/04/seaweed-tofu-pork-mince-soup.html?fbclid=IwAR2Mh1KX1vND8u1WM21tOGFkWEhZeDqt23EMjkri0HNbqXZvd3PQ8dfoNm0
https://souperdiaries.com/chinese-seaweed-soup/?fbclid=IwAR0biAiA-xZAC5xYMq3hsx6zDhXuZEvQXHyRdI3AORuT9s-QE2B2LZNwb6Q
https://asianinspirations.com.au/recipes/seaweed-soup-with-tofu-and-minced-pork/?fbclid=IwAR2QSys_o3xlWE4vkMxbD_V6SJ8O8LeewgyH33N3AjYbo5aH4aoSqa_Xqrs
http://yireservation.com/recipes/seaweed-egg-drop-soup/

Teochew Steamed Fish Recipe

2020-03-15T00:22:00.000-07:00

Chinese Cuisine: Teochew Steamed Fish Recipe Summary Recipe

Servings: 2pax

Ingredients:

250g fish
6 grind salt
2 dashes white pepper
190g / 1 big tomato, cut into wedges
1 pickled, sour and salted plum
150 g silken tofu
10g ginger, minced
10g garlic, minced
70 g preserved mustard, sliced

Sauce:

4 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1½ tablespoons Shaoxing wine
1/2 teaspoon sugar

Garnishing:

1 spring onion, trimmed (optional)

Procedure:

Add salt (3 grind each side) and white pepper (1 dash each side) on both sides of the fish.
Add minced ginger into fish stomach.
Arrange tomato wedges, sour plum, preserved mustard and tofu around the fish. Add minced ginger and garlic on both side of fish .
Add sauce mixture and steam the dish for 6 minutes or until the meat is thoroughly cooked.
Garnish with spring onion.

**Recipe may improvised to 2 serving with whatever ingredients available & depends on our preferences.
**Refer credits for original recipes.

Credits :

https://rasamalaysia.com/teochew-steamed-fish/?fbclid=IwAR1BuiOsEb1NTsSqmQpn9RpzNx1Pk-DpMvRj0gOtcF3_g8Z68jIrFQqnclc