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Continue reading →: Travel: Dubai دبيDubai — a place I once called home for about two years — is one that I still hold close to my heart. The food, the vibe, the space, the freedom… it was something special. While planning and writing this blog post, memories started flooding back. I remembered the friends…
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Continue reading →: Mee SiamMee Siam, wet or dry? To be honest, up till now, I still cannot decide! I love it dry because all that flavour gets infused into the beehoon… but then, I love it wet too, because the taupok soaks up all that tangy, savoury goodness! So what happens if you…
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Continue reading →: Tuna Mayo KimbapA comforting Korean rice roll filled with creamy tuna mayo, soft scrambled eggs, seasoned spinach, and lightly sautéed carrots. Simple, delicious, and kid-friendly!
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Continue reading →: Instant Pot: Mei Cai Kou Rou 梅菜扣肉This is a fuss-free version of a classic dish—juicy pork belly and umami-packed preserved mustard greens, all pressure-cooked directly in the pot. No steaming needed!
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Continue reading →: Instant Pot: Lu Rou Fan 滷肉飯Lately, Alex has been asking me to cook 卤肉饭 (Lu Rou Fan), a classic Taiwanese braised pork rice dish that’s packed with umami, slow-cooked goodness. This is my easy, Instant Pot version — with soft pork belly, hearty shiitake mushrooms, and that signature five-spice aroma that fills the kitchen with…
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Continue reading →: Travel: Taiwan 台灣I visited Taiwan last September during the kids’ holidays, and it was so hot! I’d definitely recommend going during the cooler months instead. That said, we still had a great time — Taiwan is full of fun activities for kids! Below is our 9D8N itinerary, along with my must-eats list…
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Continue reading →: Travel: Hong Kong SAR 香港I’ve been to Hong Kong four or five times in my life — and I almost ended up living there (my husband was nearly posted there)! Although we didn’t make the move in the end, it’s still one of my favourite cities, especially when it comes to food. Here’s my…
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Continue reading →: Travel: Ho Chi Minh City Sài GònJust a quick hop from Singapore, HCMC has slowly taken over my annual Bangkok trips — I’ve been here at least 5 times in the past 8 years (3 of which I was based in Shanghai). 4D3N is just right for a first-timer, unless you’re planning to explore beyond the…
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Continue reading →: Instant Pot: Vietnamese Beef PhoBeef Pho is a fragrant, soul-warming Vietnamese noodle soup—and the best part? It’s surprisingly easy to make with a pressure cooker. Thanks to the magic of high pressure, you get tender beef, aromatic spices, and a deeply flavourful broth in a fraction of the time—no long simmering required.
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Continue reading →: Fried Carrot CakeA savoury hawker favourite made at home—crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and full of umami from garlic, chye poh, and fish sauce. This version is great for meal prep too: fry the base in advance, then pan-fry per portion whenever the craving hits!
Hello,
I’m Debb!
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From comfort food classics to flavour-packed meals inspired by different corners of the world, this space is all about making cooking feel warm, joyful, and achievable.
A Singaporean Mum 