Celebrate this Festive Season with luckin coffee [ADVERTORIAL]

Celebrate this festive season with new creations from luckin coffee. Just landed at this little red dot, the Big Cheese Latte is a blockbuster product by luckin coffee, that sold over 6.59 million cups in the first week after its launch in the Chinese market.

The Big Cheese Latte is made using Classic New Zealand Cream Cheese, delivering the lovely flavour of cream cheese, reminiscent of the flavour of cheesecake. Compared to the classic latte, you can expect a more impactful boost in aroma that will elevate your coffee experience. What a way to enjoy this festive period.

Big Cheese Latte Christmas

For cheese lovers, I suggest you take a quick sip of the milky cream cheese before you stir your Big Cheese Latte. I got the solid cheese flavour right from the first sip. Once I stirred it, the creaminess blended with the coffee. While the cheese flavour was hidden after it was stirred, it surprisingly popped up again at the end.

Big Cheese Latte Iced

Completing the line-up for this year's Christmas series are Toffee Hazelnut Latte, Creme Brulee Latte and Merry Cocoa Christmas.

Toffee Hazelnut Latte is inspired by the traditional Christmas flavour. The toffee hazelnut flavour combined with roasted nut aroma blended nicely with coffee and milk fragrances. The flavour and aroma of this creation will wake up the Christmas spirit in you.

Toffee Hazelnut Latte

Creme Brulee Latte is based on the classic Christmas desserts, French Creme Brulee and Caramel Pudding. The silky-smooth latte texture is infused with the sweet aroma of caramelised pudding. It's like having those lovely Christmas desserts in your drink.

Creme Brulee Latte

While the Toffee and Creme Brulee have a similar flavour base, the blend of hazelnut flavour and stronger espresso intensity really stood out in the Toffee Hazelnut Latte. The Creme Brulee is milder and creamier, so it all comes down to individual preference.

Toffee Hazelnut Latte

Creme Brulee Latte

Merry Cocoa Christmas. luckin coffee’s chocolate infused milk guarantees you the creamy cocoa flavour in every sip of this concoction. Nothing represents Christmas more than a chocolate drink.

Merry Cocoa Christmas

The non-coffee drink in the Christmas Series. There is an option with or without whipped cream. I highly recommend the whipped cream for the iced version. The cream helps to enhance the flavour of the chocolate.

Merry Cocoa Christmas

In the spirit of giving, luckin coffee brings you the festive cheer with luck in Christmas promotion. From 15th - 29th December, indulge in luckin coffee’s Coconut Crush Series with your loved ones through “Buy 1 Get 1 Free” for the Coconut Latte, Coconut Velvet Latte and Iced Minty Coconut Latte.

luckin coffee

luckin coffee

luckin coffee

To enhance your luckin coffee experience, don’t forget to join their luckin coffee Membership, launched on 13th November 2023. It is designed to express luckin coffee’s gratitude to their valued customers with a world of countless rewards and surprises, including vouchers, surprise gifts and complimentary coffee bean upgrades.

Not a luckin coffee user yet? Not to worry, just download luckin coffee’s official mobile app and you can enjoy the first drink for just $0.99. This will give you a passport to the rewarding world of luckin coffee.

Well, what are you waiting for? Lets celebrate this festive season with luckin coffee!!

luckin coffee is available at Ngee Ann City, Marina Square, Guoco Tower, Aperia Mall, Tampines 1, CityLink, i12 Katong, Chinatown Point, Jewel Changi Airport, Robinson Road, Collyer Quay, One Raffles Place Tower 2, ESR BizPark @ Changi, Marina One, Wood Square, Westgate Tower, Westgate, New Tech Park, Harbourfront Tower One, Century Square, Galaxis, Royal Group Building, Waterway Point, 313@Somerset. More outlets coming up THIS DECEMBER.

This message is brought to you by luckin coffee.

Paul Immigrations Reviews – Applying for Singapore PR Successfully [ADVERTORIAL]

Back in 2002, I had a hard decision to make on whether to stay in Melbourne or migrate to Singapore. It was not an easy decision for me. A few factors help me lean toward migrating to Singapore:
A Safe Environment, A Clean Country, with Good Governance, Good Standard of Living, Good Job Opportunities and the Epicentre of South East Asia.

In 2003, I applied for my Permanent Resident (PR) on my own without realising that the process is very strenuous. If there was a PR consultant or specialist like at that time to guide me through the process, it will be less tedious.

Paul Immigrations Reviews – Singapore Immigration Specialist

Paul Immigrations (PI) is an immigration consultancy firm based in Singapore. Established in 2016, the company has over 15,000 satisfied clients and growing. With more than 100 expert employees with comprehensive knowledge in applying for Singapore PR, you can be assured the right people will be guiding you.

There are three schemes to apply for Singapore PR:

Professional, Technical Personnel and Skilled Workers Scheme (PTS Scheme). PTS scheme is targeted for individuals holding Employment Pass, S-Pass, Personalised Employment Pass or EntrePass. For individuals holding these passes, they have the advantage to gain PR status. It is reported that they will have the highest success rate in applying for the PR in this city-state.

Global Investor Programme (GIP). GIP is targeted for high-net-worth foreign investors. The investment of these group of applicants is expected to benefit greatly to Singapore, either through setting up new business operation here or finance a GIP-approved funds that invest in Singapore-based corporations. Applicants have high approval rates, as long as they meet the basic criteria such as to possess strong business background, successful business track record and able to invest a minimum of S$2.5 million.

Foreign Artistic Talent Scheme (ForArts). ForArts scheme is aimed at artist outstanding contribution and cultural significant internationally. These individuals are expected to contribute significantly in the art and culture and bring the local art and cultural scene to new heights.

Paul Immigrations Reviews – Factors to a Successful PR Application

Age Matters. Singapore is an ageing population nation, where the median age of the current resident population is moving to above 41 years old[1]. It is not helping that the low birth rate that commonly associated in with first world countries. A younger applicant has more years to contribute to this Little Red Dot, in economic and also in society. It is easier for younger people to assimilate to their new environment, allowing for smooth integration in society.

Education Level. Applying through PTS route will expose you toward candidates with different skills and qualifications. By having a good academic qualifications from reputable universities or institutions will add weight in your assessment. In turn, specialised technical qualifications or expertise on a certain subject in key market sectors will have the same effects as well.

Financial Stability. This represents not only your income but your holistic contributions. It is about how can support yourself, your family and also potential future earnings. On top of that, your spending power will be taken into consideration as well.

Employment Industry. As a nation that is progressive in nature, Research and Development (R&D) are the cornerstone of this nation’s development. The growth of public and private R&D centres indicate that Singapore primes itself for growth in new technology, products and process. With strong IP protection and enforcement environment, many Multinational companies are moving their head office, setting up their regional headquarters, or even their R&D centres in Singapore, which will lead to employment opportunities in the long run. In turn, being employed in these industries will be beneficial for your application.

Paul Immigrations Reviews – The Process

Step 1 – Prospective Client Interview via Phone Call. A consultant from the company will conduct the first round of phone interview to gather information and conduct a profile assessment.

For applicant with family, you should consider applying as a whole family unit. This way, you will be assessed base on your family’s combined strengths as a whole, rather than on each individual. This will also suggest that your family is keen on planting your roots in Singapore together.

Step 2 – In-Person Appointment with PC. The consultant will schedule in-person appointment with you. At this time the consultant will verify the documents from the initial interview, followed with the review of your profile based on profile assessment and finally go through the factors that will affect the PR approval.

These first two steps are very critical. You will have someone with key insight to explain the factors that will affect your PR approval. Afterwards, you can decide if you would like to engage their service.

If you decided to engage the service of PI, the process will continue into Step 3 – Request for Documents from Clients by a specialist from the company. These include compulsory documents (as required by ICA) and essential additional documents.

These essential additional documents are important to enhance the success rate of your PR application (PRA), especially if these documents reflect the client’s participation in charity work, community involvement, etc.

Step 4 – Completion of the Paperwork. The team will be compiling and complete the rest of the paperwork on behalf of the client. The team will then proceed to craft a personalised cover letter.

A personalised cover letter is very important because it will be highlighting your strengths and help you stand out from the rest of the applicants in the best way possible.

Step 5 – Submission of the Completed Documents. The specialist will help the client submit the complete documents remotely or schedule an in-person meeting with the client to complete the process.

The process above will take an average between 1 to 2 months.

Step 6 – The Outcome. The assessment process by ICA will take about 4 to 6 months. Whether the PRA is successful or unsuccessful, the specialist will guide the client on the next best course of action to take.

I was honoured to visit their office and given a presentation on their services. Their professionalism starting from the reception to the rest of the specialist team, instil confidence on the firm expertise, ensuring the Prospective Clients that they will be well-taken care of.

---

[1] https://www.singstat.gov.sg/find-data/search-by-theme/population/population-and-population-structure/latest-data

Here's How You Can Make Your House Look Bigger [ADVERTORIAL]

There are many new houses available for sale with beautiful interior designs on iproperty Malaysia. Although some houses come with smaller size, people still manage to make the space appears bigger than the actual size by doing some minor renovation. Are you tired of your current old house layout because it looks small and cramped? Worry not, you could change how your space looks like if you make some minor renovations to your current house. This article will guide you through some tips to make your house looks bigger.

1.     Right proportion

Choose the right proportion for your furniture that you want to place at home. Avoid getting furniture that is too big for your house as this will only make your space looks smaller than it already is. It is suggested to always keep some air or spaces between the walls and your furniture. In addition, avoid heavy and weighty furniture that eat up the spaces in your house.

2.               Keep it low to the ground

It is said that furniture which is lower and nearer to the ground will give a feeling of openness in the house. Hence, it is advised to place mattress direct on the ground or use a loft bed to create the feeling of openness in your bedroom.

3.               Show a little leg

Although the above tip suggest to keep furniture as low as it could to the ground, you could choose furniture with legs if you do not like your furniture laying low to the ground. Furniture with legs allows air and light to flow in, which makes your furniture look like it is floating. You could choose furniture that are low and leggy to create a feeling of openness in your house. Opt for armchairs or sofas that are raised on legs to create a sense of space and light. Show off the legs!

4.               Mirrors

Mirror is said to be the fastest way to make a space looks bigger and brighter than it actually is. Whether or not it is a myth, it is true that they are good in reflecting sunlight in a room. However, it does not work the same when mirrors are placed in dim spaces such as the bathrooms as there are no direct sunlight for reflection purpose. Instead, you could use some framed mirrors to make your space appear brighter and more spacious. Not only they make your room appears larger, they can also reflect light coming into the room if placed across from light sources.

Mirror - Image Credit: Lookbox Living

5.               Ditch the drapes

Ditch the drapes around your house, such as curtains. Expose your windows as you want to allow natural sunlight to create a sense of depth in a small space. Natural sunlight plays an important role in creating a sense of openness in your house, making the space looks bigger than it is. If privacy is your concern, you could choose shutters or cloth blinds.

6.               Keep it white

White color reflects cleanliness and openness. Paint your house white to create a cloud like effect that enhances your house design. In addition, neutral colors give an illusion of a bigger and more organized space. Not only it is comfortable to the eyes, it also makes your space looks bigger than it already is. Minimalists will definitely like the idea of keeping the house white.

7.               Clear pathway

Keep the pathway at your house clear from clutters. Declutter the pathway if you already live in a small space. Not only it helps in keeping your house neat and tidy, it also create a sense of openness in your home that makes your house looks more spacious. Avoid putting too many furniture at the hallway or pathway. This will also prevent you from bumping into those furniture.

Clear Pathway - Image Credit: Singapore Carpentry Service

8.               Breezy fabrics

It is suggested to use soft breezy fabrics that absorb sunlights and promote airiness. Keep heavy materials because it weighs down the space.

9.               Vertical illusion

In addition, you could also add in some vertical stripes to make your space appear longer and bigger. Using tall furniture such as a tall bookshelf will also enhance the sense of openness and height of the space.

10.            Keep it simple

Last but not least, keep everything simple. Less is more, so try not to buy too many furniture for your space as it only makes your space looks crampy and small. Avoid exaggerated patterns or drawings that could be too overwhelming for your house. Instead, go for paintings that are simple that will visually expand a small room.

In conclusion, your house will definitely look more spacious if you follow the tips above. Most importantly, it does not cost as much as you think it would be. If you have the budget, you could definitely engage an interior designer to help you on the design. If not, you could always visit Pinterest to have a look on how people design their house. 

My Sentosa Dining Experience

Recent Sentosa's Siloso GrillFest created a ripple in Singapore F&B scene with its Longest Brick Barbecue Pit. While we know that Sentosa is definitely a holiday island destinations for Singaporean and foreign visitors, Sentosa is also a foodie paradise. It has now more than 120 F&B outlets, definitely has something to satisfy your discerning palate.

From those splendid selections, these few outlets are highly recommended by Chubbybotakkoala.com

#1. Wokº15.

Chilli Crab

Located at ONEº15, this Seafood & Cantonese restaurant is opened to the public. It served one of the best Chilli Crab that LD & I have ever tried in Singapore. The touch of sweet, tangy and spicy egg gravy was so addictive, each person needs about 2 to 3 fried mantou to polish the chilli crab gravy.

Golden Fried Man Tau

The rest of the dishes truly represent the Cantonese influence in the dish. The double boiled soup is a must order to start your meal. It is clean and nutritious broth will warm up your stomach in anticipation for the main dishes to come. Dim Sum is available on the weekend.

Double Boiled Japanese Chicken Soup with Himematsutake Mushrooms

To accompany the sumptuous meal here is the stunning view of luxurious yachts docked at the marina. It is a what I called Millions Dollar View.

The View

Wokº15 Kitchen

11 Cove Drive

Level 1 ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove

Singapore 098497

T: +65 6305 6998

W: http://one15marina.com/dining/wok-15-kitchen.html 

F: https://www.facebook.com/WOK15Kitchen/

IG: @Wok15kitchen

OH:

Lunch Tue – Sat: 11.30 – 14.30

Lunch Sun & PH: 11.00 – 14.30

Dinner Tue – Sun & PH: 18.00 – 22.00 (LO 21.30)

Closed on Mon, except on PH

#2. OSIA Seafood and Grill

OSIA Seafood and Grill earned its first Michelin Star in 2016. It is likely to retain this recognition with the strong collaboration between Celebrity Chef Scott Webster and Chef de Cuisine Douglas Tay.

Stone Hearth Flatbread

The highlights of the food here are their Stone Hearth Flat Bread, Stone Hearth Oven Grill Byron Bay Berkshire Pork and of course the to die for soufflé. On the first bite, the flat bread has a distinct crispiness in the crust, follow with moist, fluffy and resilient texture in the middle.

Byron Bay Berkshire Pork Rack 300 gram

The Berkshire Pork is in the class of its own. The cut is generously thick, cooked just right with slight pinkish in the middle but absent of blood. It is well seasoned, tasty, tender and succulent. It is so tasty that I almost did not touch the fresh hollandaise sauce. There is nothing much to say about the soufflé, except for you will regret it if you don't order.

OSIA Macadamia Soufflé

The portion served at OSIA is generous and suitable for family and communal dining. With the open kitchen concept, you can also have a peek at Chef Douglas Ng and his team at work.

OSIA Seafood & Grill

Resort World Sentosa

#02-140/141

(Level 2 World Square)

26 Sentosa Gateway

Singapore 098139

T: +65 65776560 / 6577 8888

W: http://www.osiarestaurant.com/

F: https://www.facebook.com/OsiaRestaurant

OH:

Thu – Tue: 12.00 – 15.00, 18.00 – 22.30

#3. Greenwood Fish Market

One of the best places to enjoy your seafood. It has almost everything you need about seafood. Retail market, bar and dining location all in one location.

The selection here is extensive starting from fresh fish for cooking and sashimi, oysters, shellfish & crustaceans. On top of that, Greenwood Fish Market also have burger, pasta, and meat on their menu. To make the food more interesting, the restaurant also do in house cold smoke.

Chef's Creation of Fried Fish, Cold Smoke Fish and Salad

My most memorable dining experience here is during the oyster festivals. The range of oysters they brought in from different part of the world was so extensive and fresh, I ate about 15 type of oysters in one seating. A definite Oystergasm!!

Oyster Selection

There is no better place to enjoy your seafood with the beautiful view of the sea. Known for its fresh seafood, including their extensive seasonal range of oysters and in-house cold smoke. Greenwood Fish Market is definitely a must visit.

Greenwood Fish Market @Sentosa

31 Ocean Way

Quayside Isle Sentosa Cove

#01-04/05 (S098375)

T: +65 6262 0450

W: http://greenwoodfishmarket.com/

F: https://www.facebook.com/greenwoodfishmarketandbistro/

OH:

Tue – Sun: 12.00 – 14.30; 18.30 – 22.00

Bar and Retail Market: 12.00 – 22.00

Closed on Mondays.

If you need further option, you can check out http://www.sentosa.com.sg/feast for more details. Cheers!!

This post is sponsored content

First Time Buyer Dilemma — New Executive Condo or HDB BTO [ADVERTORIAL]

Singapore property buyers or investors do not have the luxury of shopping for landed properties especially when those properties are way beyond reach. With that, first-time buyers are leaning towards buying build-to-own (BTO) HDB flats or executive condominium (EC) in Singapore. A BTO HDB flat might be a more prudent choice but many Singaporeans are aspiring toward an executive condominium. Before jumping on the bandwagon of those buying an Executive condo or believing at face value that the HDB flats are poorly made and are of low quality, you should see the deep features of both.

Executive Condominiums

EC is a hybrid of public and private housing first introduced in 1994. Built by private developers and with high-quality material, subsidized by the government and can only become private after ten years. An EC is a full suite condo that comes with amenities such as pool, gym, barbeque pits and other facilities you would expect of a private development.

Main difference between BTO HDB flats and EC is that ECs become fully privatized after 10 years. Like other forms of private property, they are opened to be sold even to foreigners or organizations.

Built-to-order (BTO) HDB Flats

BTO HDB flats are first introduced in Singapore in 2001. It is a flat allocation system developed by the Housing and Development Board. Compared to other HDB flats, these are flexible in location and timing. You can apply for an apartment depending on your desired location and when you want to start using the house. Construction of BTO only begins once the applicants reach a minimum of 70% in number.

Both BTO flat and EC are considered as affordable public housing but there are some clear differences when it comes to housing plans, loans, resale profit and finishes or facilities.

Valentine's Day – from the perspective of Chubby Botak Koala

Picture courtesy of Australia.com Facebook Page
Symbio Wildlife Park | South of Sydney, NSW

Days leading to Valentine's Day we will normally be bombarded with advertisements of this special day. Gifts, romantic candlelight dinner or even weekend romantic getaway for that special one. One of the ads that I remember most was by an Insurance company a few years back, “Show your love one you care, give them the coverage they need on this Valentine's Day”. All these messages are actually a good reminder for us to do some things that we can illustrate our appreciation for the special one in your life.

Kinsa Sushi for You and Your Special One!

Have you decided where to bring that special someone for Valentine's Day? Look no further and spend your Valentine's Day at Kinsa Sushi and enjoy their Omakase Menu. 

For further details on the menu, click here

Chubbybotakkoala.com wishes you 

Happy Valentine Day!!!