my first snow experience - Buxton, UK

I was brought down in Chennai, Tamil Nadu where the only season is Summer. There is a bit of dew in Dec/Jan ... but it is mainly hot, hotter and hottest days over there !!!

I was looking forward for the heavy winter when I worked at Manchester in 2011/2012.  But I had to take a train to Buxton to feel and enjoy the snow in Feb 2012. 

Snow level was decent and I fell in love with the white cover as soon as I stepped out of rail station. I bought a hot coffee and started exploring by foot.

Best part of the experience for me was the slippery feeling I had when I was walking over the snow & I definitely slipped down once ! But I ended up enjoying the little pain although. 

I also found it difficult to adjust the sun against the white sand / snow... I got some help from my cool shades (sun glass) although. 

Why I remembered to write about this is I live in Singapore now and I don't even need to pack my clothes when I go Bali or Bangkok. I can buy a pair of shorts and T Shirt when I land and manage m travel.  I felt very nostalgic when I saw the winter visuals on TV.

Happy Winter my friends... Have fun. 

Dine at Capella, Sentosa, Singapore

For almost a year now, I wanted to visit Capella. My curiosity factor increased after the visit of American President Trump to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during June 2018.
I ended dining this weekend at Capella and I loved every bit of the ambience, fabulous architecture and the wonderful crew who was taking care.

Self and my friend made a reservation at Bob's bar, parked the car and took the elevator at 2nd floor. As we spent some time at Silosa beach before going Capella, we refreshed at the restroom before taking our seats. We were hosted by a smiling, service minded crew with a nice view overlooking the pool and sea...

We ordered the cocktails first with a newspaper like Menu Card with wide variety to choose from. I was pleasantly surprised by their own Rum coming from West Indies too.

Fabulous live music was also being performed with 2 guitarists and one Cello player. Music was soothing and made our mood pleasant while the rain cloud was gathering behind the fabulous colonial property. 

Around 7pm, Mr Yan came with a nice looking cart and explained the sailor story of how the captain motivates the sailors and serves them the daily load of Rum. He explained the story with such a passion and we felt as if we experienced a bit of it when he blew the whistle and served us the taste of fruity rum. It was called Bosun's call and it was given free. I loved the smell of the drink and the entire experience will never my mind. 

Then, we ordered dinner from Knoll menu card .. Soto Ayam and Penne Arabiatta. Food was very good and the rice was had a good frangrance too. 

We took a stroll around the property after dinner as the rain gave the breather. Property had one colonial block and the new block set in 30 acre of land, quiet and tranquil atmosphere with birds chirping around and an elegantly designed landscape. 

Finally, we ended up looking at the historical spot where the handshake took place between President Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and wondered whether times will change for North Koreans in the next decade or not ! 

We loved the entire exepriece and we will go back again sometime next year. Do plan your visit and enjoy the tranquility and peace while dining with your near and dear ones. 

Thank you for reading...