Post No. 86

hello and hello.


So a month ago I did a haul from Cherry Culture after Miss Chaigyaru posted her youtube video of NYX cosmetic haul. And a month later the parcel arrived!

 the packaging good enough to prevent anything from breaking and kept everything tidy.

 I got this eyeshadow palette for my December trip back home. This palette got every color that I will possibly use and it also kinda resembles Urban Decay's Naked palette minus the price. It comes in a good size so it will save me alot luggage space for other stuff. I have not done swatches for this palette, but it does look quite pigmented. Majority of my palettes are of natural hues like brown and bronze, so I don't really use much of other colors, so this one fits me well.

 When I did a swatch for this color, well, I wasn't please. It looked pretty natural on the swatch of the website, and I assumed it will look natural on skin. the lip gloss is very pigmented and it carries a strong gold hint. when I tried it on it looked like I ran out of a circus or a dressed up party. Maybe I'll save this one for other occasions.

 I love this lipstick! I was skeptical when I received this, cuz it looks a lil too bright for my liking. but boy, was I surprised when I tried this one. It definitely gave me a change. One thing that worries me is how long lasting it will be when I go out with this. But I'll definitely purchase this again.

 In the midst of fixing my brow. so I got this Amuse Brow dual powder. I don't thing the tone suits me too well, because it carries a reddish hint. it doesn't show on the palette, but it will when you put in on. I'm pn the fence for this one cuz my eyebrows aren't properly done yet, so I might not what it will possibly look like. but for only $3, it won't do too much of damage to my purse. I can always double this as an eyeshadow or something.

 I got these because they are on sale and are the cheapest thing ever. these two cost me no more than $5. I'm not too sure of the price. I got the gold for this holiday season, gold works well during Christmas. It's not pigmented, so I will layer this on top of my usual black liner. The onyx liner also has simmers in it. Not the best liner that I owned, not sure if it is waterproof or long lasting. the consistency is kinda runny, so I have to layer it to get a darker shade.

Lastly, I got these concealers for my under eye circles. it smells like baby powder and also have this matte finish, unlike some other concealers that has a greasy finish. the coverage is pretty good. works wonders for my under eye circles, but I have problems using this for my acne scars. Probably cuz I'm not good at covering the scars.

Post No. 85

so its November.

finals are lurking around. somewhere in the corner. okay. so to be exact. it is in ten days. ten days. can you believe it? where did the time go? and I will finish all my subjects in six days. four subjects in six days. thats nuts I'd say. but the good thing is, once all this is over I can focus on my job and save up for Malaysia. In five weeks. I'll be boarding on a plane, heading to another five weeks of fun, food and laughter.



gotta love end of the year. so much to look forward too.

Post No. 84

I have quite the fetish with bags and shoes. Especially designer's ones. Being a student and only started on my part time job, it's really difficult for me to actually afford the real deal. unless I have some crazy savings habit. or rich ass parents who have no problems splashing thousands of dollars for me to just get a bag. or shoes.

nevertheless, it still does not stop me from actually admiring these beauties and stay alert with the latest trend.
so today. I'll be sharing the bags that I'll definitely get if I got the moolah for it.

#Balenciaga's Part Time bag

It is one of the hottest bag in among celebrities and I find this bag works well with almost everything. at first I was not so keen on this design, because it just does not have the classic feel that normally appeals to me. but after while seeing the countless possibilities of matching your outfits with this bag, I was sold. what I also love about it is that you will not look too overdone when carrying this bag.

#Chanel Coco 2.55

this is hailed one of the most classic bag of all times. First launched# in the 1950's by Coco Chanel, this bag is still one the classic icon of Chanel and is still going strong after 60 years. No person with the right mind will not get this bag if they are capable. The thing I love about this bag is also the chain straps. From what I've seen so far, you can get three different looks with this bag. Definitely one of the tops on my list.

#Mulberry Alexa Bag

I fell in love with this one here the moment I laid eyes on them. Recently, I have quite taken the fancy to Alexa Chung's style, just the right amount of femininity with loads of attitude. I also love the fact that her looks are chic, yet effortless and approachable. and they way she works with this bag, is just love.

#Rebecca Minkoff Morning After Bag

Rebecca Minkoff's bag are on the rise. This bag is absolutely stunning with studs and is one of the most versatile and spacious bags. It can be carry two ways, on shoulder or on arm. I love bags that can be carries on arms. It also packs attitude, especially this studded version. The price I also find quite reasonable, for under $800.

#Miu Miu Matelasse large tote

A sister brand of Prada, Miu Miu has been going strong for the past couple of years. To be honest, I have no idea on how to elaborate on this bag. I just know that I fucking love it.

#Hermes Birkin Bag

Like the Chanel bag, Hermes Birkin is also an iconic classic bag that will never ever goes out of trend. Birkin's are normally price above $10000. very expensive are slightly unattainable for the regular you and me. I prefer the lighter coloured versions for myself because the darker versions looks beyond my age. Delicate colours like whites and creams also requires extra caution and care, which I am happy to give for the price I pay for a bag like this.

Post No. 83

Couples week back, Coles and Woolies had this massive prawn sale. So the seafood lover in me just cannot bare to have this sale to slip out of my hands and I went to get 2kg of prawn. The prawn flesh had been used to make a number of yummy dishes, and I knew the shells and will come in handy someday.
After sitting in the freezer for almost two months, I finally found a use for the heads and shells.
Prawn Noodles Asian Style!

I confess. I never liked the taste or smell of Prawn Noodles while I was living at Malaysia. I avoid it at all cost. But lately my cravings for Malaysian hawkers food is getting too strong. So strong that I am getting ahead of myself making lists of places to visit and food that I must taste when I'm back for my December/January visit.

All in all. Prawn noodles stock was delicious! I did have some doubts when I was making the stock. It smelled terrible in my opinion. But after awhile, you get acquired to the smell and its smells wonderful.

The shells that I've used. The more you use for the stock, the better the taste. also let it simmer for a least 2 hours. I think I left mine to simmer for 3 hours.

The end product! It got some pretty basic toppings like bean sprouts, fish balls, hard boiled eggs, tou pok, and crunchy shallots. Gotta love the eggs. They taste so good with the soup. I don't have any prawns the freezer and I didn't get any from the stores. So this is a bowl of prawn noodles without any prawns. Lolxxx.

Awesome stuff!

p/s: I forgot to add that. after simmering the shells for 3 hours, I've added a packet of prawn noodle stock paste into the soup. so it saves you work from making your own chilli paste plus it makes the soup extra flavoursome.

Post No. 82

Beef is probably one of my favourite ingredient that I'd like to have in a meal. I believe when there is beef, there will always be a happy me. To be honest, I'm not particularly picky when it comes to the cut of meat, cept for the minor chewy parts of course. I still remember when dad took us all out for dinners and the first choice will definitely be a piece of nicely prepared steak with the usual accompanies. But ever since I moved to Sydney, I don't usually get the luxury of ordering a good medium rare steak due of the price of eating out. Hence I resort to home-cooked versions for satisfy my once-in-a-while steak craving.

Having said that, I used to think I am good with steaks and they should be the easiest thing to deal with. WRONG. I failed to produce delicious yummy juicy steaks on multiple occasions ever since I moved to my new place couple months ago. kinda embarrassing when you think about it. and not to mention Masterchef just makes it looks so easy.

and so today. after a long long time of not having any steaks, I was at the local butcher picking out four fresh looking minute steaks.

and made steak sandwiches! So I the obvious lettuce and tomatoes and steak, with beetroot slices and a fried egg. Beets and eggs are the best thing is sandwiches. ever. 

was kinda disappointed with the steak again. they did not turn out well. the surface did not brown or caramelize as I liked them too. and they were a bit chewy (I suspect they did not use the right cut). Tell me how to make yum yum succulent steaks please! All in all, its still beef and its still good. for now.

on another note. these are the most amazing desert/pastry I got off jenius.com.au. Instant Maple Apple Tarte Tatin. Easiest thing to make and all It needs was maple syrup, apples, puff pastries and butter. smells and taste heavenly I swear. 

and I found new love for bubble milk tea with pearls. maybe instead of being an coffee addict. I'll be a bubble milk tea addict instead.