Monthly Archives: August 2011

Splendid 10 SCOTTS!

Posted on August 29, 2011 by thetravellinggourmet

Splendid 10 SCOTTS! The irrepressible Travelling Gourmet drops in on the NEW Scotts Lounge after its makeover costing several million dollars, now know simply as “10 Scotts” to enjoy… “MEDIUM” done Beef Steak with rich, dark flavoursome Thyme Sauce accompanied by roasted … Continue reading →

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SAIGON SAIGON so good they named it twice!

Posted on August 27, 2011 by thetravellinggourmet

MOONCAKE Festival is also a big thing in Saigon, Vietnam  and they have very yummy Mooncakes at the Sofitel Saigon Plaza. This luxury hotel is one of my favourites in Vietnam and the Executive Chef is one of the nicest gentlemen you could … Continue reading →

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Curry-Krieg in Singapur!

Posted on August 20, 2011 by thetravellinggourmet

Laut einem Bericht der Zeitung  ,Today’ am 17. August 2011 gab es einen Krieg  wegen Curry zwischen einer chinesischen Familie aus (PRC) der Volksrepublik China, und einer singapurianischen Familie indischer Abstammung, die Nachbarn sind. Der Streitpunkt entwickelte sich ueber die … Continue reading →

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Marriott’s Marvellous Healthy Mooncakes!

Posted on August 17, 2011 by thetravellinggourmet

MARRIOTT Singapore was where I was the 1st gourmet in the world to match Mooncakes and wines in 2003. In 2004, I was the first gourmet in the world to match Durian and wines at the Marriott also! ON 17, … Continue reading →

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Captivating Canadian Creations!

Posted on August 7, 2011 by thetravellinggourmet

The intrepid Travelling Gourmet finds good food, wines and lots of VICE at the Canadian High Commissioner’s residence… MAKING time for my good friend, His Excellency, David Sevigny, Canada’s High Commissioner to Singapore is always a pleasure. Accordingly on 2, … Continue reading →

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Our man in Shanghai

Posted on August 1, 2011 by thetravellinggourmet

Ed, our man in Shanghai has kindly recommended this unusual restaurant : “Meanwhile, to continue our conversation about food here a bit more, do check out this “Serial Supper Club” (a type of “slow food movement” thingie), covered in this article” … Continue reading →

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Mein Opa

Posted on August 1, 2011 by thetravellinggourmet

Mein Opa von Dr. MIchael Lim Der reisende Feinschmecker Mein Großvater war aus China. Er war sehr arm, aber er war sehr sehr fleißig und intelligent, und ein paar Jahre später war er sehr reich. Ich bin sehr dankbar, dass … Continue reading →

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