In our March collection, we will be bringing in selected BCBG gowns, all priced extremely attractively. Ever have problem getting the right garment for the right occasion? Check out JH Chic on facebook for the full collection and prices. Stocks are running out fast.

Chic Closet March 2010 Collection

BCBG Cocktail Dress

DKNY Baby Doll Dress

We were pleasantly surprised that our inaugural launch received very encouraging response from our friends and customers. We knew with some degree of certainty now that Singaporean and Malaysian white collar working women appreciate quality well-tailored dresses that will take them from day to evening. In our follow-on collection which will debut in March (sneak preview on jhchic facebook), we will be bringing in more brands and a variety of items (including shoes, clutches, and accessories). However, all items will be carefully selected to ensure true integrity to Chic Closet's motto of Quality, Style and Value.

Introducing Chic Closet

If you like these images, you will love the January 2010 launch collection of Chic Closet. Chic Closet carries only authentic designer pieces sourced directly from manufacturers, and sold at a steep discount to retail boutique prices. Chic Closet's prices are guaranteed lowest in Singapore. Wholesale purchases are also welcome. Lovers of Karen Millen dresses will be thrilled. Do check out jh chic on Facebook.

Mumbai Flavours

Lady's fingers in Chick Peas Curry

Butter Curry Beef

Black Lentil Dal

Cauliflower Bryani Rice

Four years on, Mumbai surprised me. While still far behind China's pace, Mumbai's urban development is evident. Slums are still around, only this time they are hidden behind taller buildings and newer structures. The long awaited highway bridge is open, but traffic never eases. The snail pace infrastructural development just could not keep up with India's economic miracle. My rides in the city were comfortable this time around. I expected worse, being haunted by memories of my previous trips years ago. Constant honking on the roads however, remains a regular feature. Saw fewer slum kids in the street coming up to our car this time. Hotel accommodation at the Trident was world-class. It just opened its doors last week, and I was the first customer from my company. Staff's attentiveness was over-the-top, I must say. Everywhere you turn, you'll hear "Excuse me madam, may I help you?". Got some excellent dinner recommendations from Indian colleagues. The Peshawri at ITC was superb - it serves the best black lentil dal and mutton in the world, I was told. Will have to agree with that. Soma at Grand Hyatt was nothing less spectacular. Felt like a pig last week.

So inspired by my trip this time, I tried my hands at reproducing some of the dishes, with the help of ready-made spices purchased on my way home. They loved the food. It was Mumbai in a flash!

It's out!

Our house was featured in d+a magazine Issue 052 recently. This completes the project. The article will serve as a useful marketing tool for us in time to come. Interestingly, the same magazine issue also features an interview with Ole Schereen of OMA, who is more famously known as Maggie Cheung's younger boyfriend :). On a more serious note, I have been an admirer of the works of OMA. Being featured in the same magazine is an honor.

Sunbirds Had Left

The chicks have fledged, and the nest is now empty. It happened just a few days ago, less than 3 weeks from birth. I remembered getting up earlier than usual that morning, did my usual routine, and oblivious to what was about to unfold. Like every day before that, I would check out the nest the first thing when I woke up. Nothing particularly suspicious, and as amazed as the day before, I contemplated how the fragile and tiny nest could house three birds. Little did I know that was the last time I saw them. Yes, just like that..

However, we managed to capture one of the many feeding frenzies in the last few weeks in this video clip. Enjoy and be inspired.

Birthday Dinner at Home

Time flies. I can't believe how quickly it came and went. This is my second entry on the topic of my birthday celebration. So, I knew it has been a year since I started blogging. Given the current economy, we decided on a home celebration, and since it was my birthday, I was not to lift a finger. Yan did all the grocery planning and shopping, cooking and washing. After all, it was meant to be a treat for me. I must admit that I was a little stressed out watching him do his things in the kitchen. Precision and timing don't feature often in my cooking vocabulary, yet Yan, an engineer by profession, is exactly that type of cook. "Two minutes on each side of the steak", I heard him murmuring to himself.  I smiled and walked away.

He did impressed me in the end. The steak was cooked to perfection, with the right thickness and medium well.

He used some of my pesto sauce to prepare spaghetti mushroom as a main course for his mother, who's a vegetarian.

He baked a dozen escargot for a few minutes in the oven, which added an element of sophistication to the menu for the night.

And since I wasn't allowed to meddle in the cooking, I volunteered to set up the table in my favourite apple green and white theme.