Monthly Archives: August 2018

A Pipe by Peter Hemmer

Peter Hemmer is a German pipe carver from Munich who once lived in Rome. He is a good friend who has been to Singapore three times already.

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Another JT Cooke

JT Cooke is famous for his beautiful deep, and very unique sandblasts. He has developed a technique using several separate blasting procedures to bring out and emphasize the unique characteristics of the briar. No wonder Jim is often referred to … Continue reading

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Singapore Hokkien Mee

This is good old-fashioned Singapore Hokkien Mee or Hokkien Noodles started by Hokkien people. (Most of the Chinese here are Hokkiens, originally from what is now referred to as Fujian province.) It’s not a very complicated dish – yellow noodles … Continue reading

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It’s Not the Chilli, Stupid!

Overheard a chef talking about his favorite food on the radio yesterday. People assume that chefs know what is good food so it is only natural that people are curious to find out where they go to eat. So there … Continue reading

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