Author Archives: cllism

Amazingly Quick & Tasty Tri-Colour Pasta Salad

I have a secret list of comfort food that I turn to whenever I am on a low. Noodles and pasta – basically the high carb food – are in this sinful list. Every time I indulge in it, I’ll … Read more

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Anne Frank Haus: Ein Museum Mit Einer Geschichte

I started reading this book very coincidentally. The boy was playing at the settee where the books at home are shelved and I was seated right where the books are. Looking after him could be a prolonged chore, so I … Read more

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Brain-Freeze Frappuccino Right At Home

I rarely have the chance to eat junk food or drink softies or such nowadays. We rarely eat out – the three of us – reason being it’s difficult to find decent food to feed the little boy out of … Read more

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Chicken Thighs In A Creamy Tomato & Basil Gravy

I have not been using my dutch oven for a while now, ever since I bought the pressure cooker. Time is precious nowadays – every single minute and second of it. Using the pressure cooker gives me that little bit … Read more

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Simple Pan-Fried Salmon With Couscous Salad

I had couscous salad for the first time at a recent lunch appointment. It was at the Privé café. I ordered a grilled salmon served with couscous. I remember the taste very vividly – fresh, crunchy, citrus, light and a … Read more

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