Kway chap

Kway chap (also kueh chap) is a Teochew cuisine that I haven't eaten for a while... I used to have this when I was much younger, eating together with my father (this was one of his favourite food). I don't remember the last time I ate kway chap... but it must have been while my father was still alive. Today, after more than 10 years, I ate this dish again, and was reminded about my father.

Of course, it was a very nice dish too. Guess I will be eating this more often from now.

Hungry Ghosts Festival

The seventh month of the lunar calendar has started yesterday. It signaled the start of the Hungry Ghosts Festival, a traditional event for the Chinese to pray to their ancestors. In Singapore, it means the start of the getai, with lots of people singing on makeshift stages all over the island. It is going to be a lively month!

Esmeralda in town

The Chilean training ship, Esmeralda, is in town. It is berthed at Vivocity and open to the public for visits. While I did not take time to visit the ship, I did go down to grab some pictures.

Celebrating Singapore's 47th birthday

Today is National Day in Singapore. It has been 47 years since Singapore gained independence. A good time to reflect on what it means to be Singaporean.