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Among the countries in Asia, Singapore is the top tourist destination. Singapore is known to be one of the safest countries in the world. There are many exciting tourist attractions in the city. Some of these are the Jurong Bird Park, Marina Bay Sands, Zoological Garden, Night Safari, Casino, Singapore Flyer and Sentosa Island. The wide range of ethnic food is perhaps another reason for attracting millions of tourists each year to Singapore. There are hundreds of hotels in Singapore ranging from luxurious 5-Star hotels to budget hotels. For those who prefer to save on hotel expenses, staying at budget or low-cost hotels is not a bad idea. If you are looking for cheap hotels in Singapore for your trip, you might want to take note of the following 3 hotels. Albert Court Village Hotel This hotel is located in the centre of Singapore and close to the Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple and Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho. The hotel has 210 guest rooms and all the rooms are accessible via the exterior...

Okura No Nibitashi (Okra Stew) Okura(okra) is very poplar in Japanese food. This Japanese Okra Recipe uses shiitake-kombu dashi.  (Serves 4) Another recipe using shiitake-kombu dashi. Ingredients * 20 okra pods * 2 teaspoons salt * 1 cup shiitake-kombu dashi (see previous recipe) * 1 teaspoon usukuchi (light) soy sauce * 1/2 Tablespoon mirin (sweet vinegar) * Sesame seeds (for garnish) Directions Wash the okra, then cut the stems off. Rub each pod with salt, taking off the okra fuzz on the skin with your fingers. Wash your hands after this operation. Drop the trimmed and cleaned okra into a large pot of boiling water until they soften slightly, about 3-5 minutes. Combine the dashi, usukuchi, and mirin in a 3-quart pot. Bring to a boil, add the okra and let them boil for 1-2 minutes. Remove from the heat. Let the pot stand until it is cool. Arrange on a serving dish, then sprinkle dry roasted sesame seeds over the stewed okra. Total calories per serving: 40 Fat: 1 gram

 Patpong Hotels Patpong is located in the centre of Bangkok, Thailand. It is a very well-known nightlife area that attracts many tourists from all over the world. The Patpong Night Market has almost everything you need. You can find the latest DVDs of movies that are still showing in the cinemas. There are also rare items like samurai swords, handcuffs, fashion clothing and food stalls with delicious food. Getting to Patpong is easy as it is conveniently located near the Sala Daeng Skytrain station and just a few blocks away between Silom Road and Suriwong Road. There are several luxurious and budget hotels in Patpong. After a busy day exploring the city, you can enjoy a colourful cocktail at one of the nightclubs and check-in at any of the hotels around Patpong. The 5-Star Dusit Thani Hotel is located just 0.4 km from Patpong and the Skytrain is just right in front of the hotel. It is a perfect choice for both tourists and business travellers. If you are looking for souvenirs ...

Yakitori Ingredients The sauce: * 1 tablespoon granulated sugar * 1/4 cup mirin (sweetened cooking sake) * 1/2 cup sake * 1/2 cup soy sauce Directions Mix ingredients over high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until reduced to one cup. (About 10 to 15 min.) Set aside. Ingredients * 12 ounces of boned, skinless chicken * 8 ounces of chicken livers * cold water * 4 medium dried chinese black mushrooms, soaked in hot water util soft * 2 medium green bell peppers * 1 medium leek * 16 to 20 skewers * 1 lemon, cut into wedges Directions Soak the bambo skewers in cold water while you cut up the ingredients. Cut the chicken into squares and the liver into squares and place the livers into the cold water and cover. Let stand 5 min. then drain and pat dry. Remove the mushroom stems from the water and cut each cap into halves. Then cut each green pepper into 1-inch squares. Cut the leeks into 1- inch legnths. Thread on the pieces of food on the skewers in a...

Toronto is full of cultures that offer an unparalleled variety of spice. You will find beautiful architecture of the city's settlers alongside modern, sleek, gold-tined skyscrapers. Toronto is modest but celebrates life with over 1,000 festivals every year. Two transit tokens can take you from one country to another, passing along the way through the quaint neighborhoods that make up Toronto's intimate metropolis. Toronto is a place of energy exchange. Toronto is the largest in Canada. The world's tallest self-supporting tower is located in Toronto. Many tourists from all over the world are attracted to the great theme parks, beautiful harbour, restaurants, shopping arcades and fabulous entertainment shows. If you are on a family trip, do not forget to visit the Wonderland and African Lion Safari them parks. There is a huge shopping complex at the CN Tower. The shopping mall contains more than 10,000 shops and you can find all kinds of products and fashions. If you love ...

Adobong Pusit Ingredients * ½ kg Small fresh squids * ½ c Native vinegar * 10 Cloves garlic * Salt and pepper to taste * 1 md Onion, sliced * 2 md Tomatoes, chopped * Extra salt and pepper for seasoning * 1 ts Vet-sin (monosodium glutamate) (optional) Directions Got down my single Filipino cook book and found this little gem. My grasp of Tagalog is non-existent but I'd guess that the name translates as "Squid Adobo". At any rate, it's squid stewed in vinegar. I assume that the reference to "native vinegar" refers to nipa sap vinegar (sukang paombong). The bottle I have is a milky looking vinegar that tastes pretty much like any vinegar so I imagine that you have some latitude on what type you can use. For those of you who have never tried it, Filipino food is an intriguing cuisine that has elements of Southeast Asian, Chinese and Mexican or Spanish influences. It has everything from spring rolls (lumpias) to rellenos dishes. Wash the squids very well. Re...

Best Hotels Near Disneyland Let's compare the best hotels near Disneyland. Some of the hotels are close to the gate at Disneyland Theme Park while others will require a short ride on a shuttle bus. Be careful of hotels with names that make them sound like they are across the street from Disneyland. For example, some hotels have the word Maingate in their name but are 2-3 long blocks away from the entrance to Disneyland. Suite Hotels Near Disneyland The suite hotels are the best of the bunch, with large suite rooms and many perks like free breakfast and kids programs. Unfortunately, many of these are not near the entrance to Disneyland. * Anaheim Marriott Suites * Anaheim Portofino Inn & Suites * Desert Palms Hotel & Suites * Doubletree Guest Suites Anaheim Resort * Embassy Suites Hotel Anaheim South * Homewood Suites by Hilton Anaheim Resort * La Quinta Inn & Suites Anaheim * Residence Inn by Marriott Anaheim Maingate * Residence Inn Anaheim Resort Area Deluxe H...

Brunei Cutlets Ingredients * 2 x 170 g flaked light Tuna * 1 small Onion chopped * 1 green Chili chopped * 1 sprig curry leaves (optional) * 1 piece Rampe (Pandamus) (optional) * 1 piece Cinnamon * 1/2 inch Ginger root (crushed) * 4 cloves Garlic (crushed) * 2 tbs Vegetable oil * Salt, Pepper and Cardamom powder (optional) to taste. * 4 medium Potatoes boiled, skinned and cut into pieces. THE COATING : * Two Eggs (beaten) * Toasted bread crumbs (grounded) * Oil for deep frying Directions 1. - Drain the two cans of tuna. 2. - Heat the oil in a skillet (frying pan). 3. - Add crushed ginger and garlic, stir, add onions, green chili, curry leaves, Rampe and cinnamon. 4. - Cook until the onions are tender light brown. 5. - Add drained tuna, stir all together. 6. - Allow to cook for a few minutes. 7. - Add the drained tuna liquid. 8. - Stir and allow to cook until the liquid is dry. 9. - Add salt, pepper and cardamom powder. 10. - Stir until well mixed. 11. - Turn off heat. 12. - Add ...

Pattaya is one of the best known cities of Thailand which is located on the east coast of the Gulf of Thailand. With the beautiful sights, nice climate and population of a little over 100,000 people, the city is a popular tourists destination. This is due to the fact that Pattaya is not as overcrowded compared to other well-known vacation cities across South-East Asia. Whether you are visiting Pattaya on vacation with your family or on business trip, you will be looking for a place to stay. One of the best known Pattaya hotels is the Dusit Resort Pattaya Hotel Thailand. The hotel offers a unique blend of urban efficiency and seaside leisure. The Dusit Resort combines the natural delights of sun, sea and sand with the fun and excitement of a city. You can experience the beautiful contemporary accommodation and superior amenities here. Another great choice is Aisawan Resort and Spa Pattaya Hotel Thailand. The resort is ideally located on one of the most spectacular beachfront locatio...

Chapche Mixed Vegies with Beef Mixed vegetables with beef ("chapche") is usually made when there are some celebration or party. But it is easy to make and now is served in any time people want. The dishes contains seasoned beef, vegetables, and noodles. Its taste is sweet and very special. Ingredients * 5 oz lean beef * A: 2 T soy sauce, 1 T sesame oil,1 t sugar, 1/2 cooking wine. * Crushed garlic, roasted sesame seeds, finely chopped green onion * 1 3/4 oz bean threads, i green onion, 4 dried mushrooms, soacked in water, 1 oz carrot, 1/3 oz dried cloud ear mushrooms, soacked in water. * 1 green peper, 2/3 t salad oil, salt and pepper. * B: 1 t roasted sesame seeds, 2/3 t soy sauce, 1/2 t sugar * 1/3 t sesame oil, crushed garlic, pepper, MSG Directions 1. In salted boiling water, cooked bean threads 3- 4 minutes until transparent. 2. Drain and cut into 2 1/2 inch length. 3. Cut beef and make it into strips. 4. Combine A and add beef to marinate. 5. Slice green onion ...

Hotels in Hong Kong are known to be expensive. On average, hotel rates can be from as low as $100 to as high as $500 per night. There are also budget hotels that are lower than $100 per night which are of high standard and at the same time not compromising the services they provide. There are 3 cheap hotels in Hong Kong which falls under this category. Not only is the price reasonable, the amenities and facilities from these hotels are complete and up to standard for the price you pay. L Hotel Island South (3.5 Stars) - From $76 per night It is located in the Hong Kong's Aberdeen neighbourhood and is close to Jumbo Kingdom. This hotel has a restaurant and a bar convenient to your dining needs. Room service is also available if you prefer to dine in the comfort of your room. You can also find small meeting rooms, town car services and business services. You can also enjoy the free wireless internet services in the public areas. There is also a free shuttle service to the theme ...

Ingredients * 1 1/2 cup Flour * 1/2 tsp Salt * 2 x Eggs * 1 1/2 cup Water Directions 1. Combine flour and salt. Beat eggs lightly and blend in. 2. Gradually add water, beating in one direction to make a thin smooth batter. 3. Lightly grease a small skillet, as in step 3 above. 4. Beat the batter again; then pour 2 tablespoonfuls into the skillet, tilting or rotating the pan so that the batter spreads thinly and evenly over the entire surface. (Pour any excess batter back into bowl at once to make the skin as thin as possible.) 5. When the dough shrinks away from the sides of the skillet, quickly pick it up (do not let it brown) and place on a tray. Cover with a damp towel. 6. Repeat process until dough is used up, lightly re-oiling the skillet each time. VARIATION: In step 1, add 1 tablespoon cornstarch to the flour and salt.

Shirdi is visited by hundreds of tourists every year, by people who look to embark upon their spiritual journey. Although Shirdi experiences a huge crowd of devotees all year long, the three major festivals in the city namely Ramnavmi, Guru Purnima and Shirdi Vijayadashmi, witness extreme crowds. The Indian city of Shirdi offers ample opportunities of accommodation ranging from government approved budget hotels to five star hotels. The two major five star hotels in Shirdi are the Sun and Sand Hotel and the St Laurn Mediation and Spa Hotel, Shirdi. Sun and Sand Hotel, Shirdi The Sun and Sand Hotel ranks right on top as one of the most luxurious Shirdi hotels. It has four types of rooms available for accommodation - Standard Rooms, Superior Rooms, Studio Rooms and Suites. The Standard Rooms are well furnished with a queen bed, wooden flooring, a LCD TV work desk, and an in-room safe. The rooms have attached bathrooms with cubicle showers. The Superior Rooms blend all these comforts...

Ingredients 1 kl labong ng niyog stripped 1/2 kl singkamas stripped 3 tbsp ngohiong powder 2 tbsp 5 spice powder 1/2 kl ground pork season to taste with salt, pepper, msg, and soy sauce batter after wrapping with lumpia wrapper 2 cups cornstarch paprika/white pepper 5 tbsp 700 grms water Here is another recipe, this time of the sauce: (Here’s the recipe for the dip sauce). Lorbak Sauce: 2 tbsp dark soy sauce 2 tbsp castor sugar 1/8 tsp Chinese five spice powder (ng heong fun)/ Ngo hiong hun 1/8 tsp salt 4-5 tbsp water 1/2 tsp corn flour or tapioca flour 1 egg white, lightly beaten Combine all ingredients in a small saucepot. Bring to a low simmering boil over a gentle heat and cook for 1½–2 minutes. Stir occasionally until sauce turns smooth. Add in egg white and stir with a fork to form fine strands. Set aside to cool then use. Here is another clarification on the subject: By Pepe on Tuesday, October 10, 2000 - 01:25 am: I just cooked some adobo pork spare ribs. Super sarap ...

A trip to Goa is worth every penny, because thanks to its world famous beaches and dazzling nightlife, you're sure to return home with a rejuvenated body and soul. Traveling to Goa is quite easy, as there are several flights to Goa, so you don't have to worry about your travel options. Goa Hotels To make your stay even more enjoyable, the city of Goa offers some of the best four-star hotels. * Convenience and luxury are the two terms that best define the Royal Orchid Resort (Galaxy). With the railway station and the nearest airport being just a 30 minute drive from the resort, this hotel is a good option for those looking at less travel time and more fun. Located on the quiet shores of Utorda beach, the resort has 66 well-designed rooms, which are categorized into 35 suites and 30 double bed A/C rooms. The rooms have some good amenities like refrigerators, cable television sets, and wardrobes, sofa sets cum beds, dining tables, dressing tables, and electronic safety deposi...

Sag Paneer (Creamed CurriedSpinach with Cheese) Ingredients * 1/2 cup water * 1 lb. fresh spinach, washed, de-stemmed, coarsely chopped * 3 T ghee or butter * 1 T finely chopped ginger * 1/2 c. finely chopped onion * 1 t salt * 1/4 t ground cumin * 1/4 t turmeric * 1/2 t ground coriander * 1/2 t garam masala * 1 cup cheese (paneer), cut into 1-inch cubes Directions Combine 1/2 of the water and a handful of the spinach in a jar of a blender. Blend at high speed for 30 seconds. Keep adding spinach until about half is blended. Add a little more water, if necessary, to puree. In a large skillet, heat the butter over moderate heat. Add the ginger and saute for one minute. Add the onions and salt and continue sauteing for 5 more minutes. Stirring after each addition, add the cumin, turmeric, coriander, and garam masala. Then stir in the leafy and pureed spinach. Reduce the heat and cook the mixture uncovered, for 20 to 30 minutes. Most of the liquid should evaporate. At the last minu...

Beautiful and safe place would be favored by many people, Because of the desire to look hospitable hotels can be incredibly wasteful. By that I mean they want to "leave the lights on for you", have plenty of hot water, and the climate you want in your room, and the feel of luxury with special toiletries just for you. But the waste can go beyond that by not sharing that backstage stuff that makes hotels magical -- recycling, waste management, laundry, food scraps, etc. But there are lots of hotels that try hard to do better, to not waste, and to give their guests the opportunity to continue their green habits on the road. As a bed and breakfast innkeeper I recognized the amount of waste we produced. The staff and I came up with ways of conserving, but it was more challenging then than it is now because technology is better now than then. For example, compact fluorescent lights (CFL) were just coming onto the market, at the very high price of about $20 a piece. Ouch. But we ...

This is so Delicious Food Ayam Pongteh [ Miso Soy Chicken ] Babi Pongteh [ Miso Soy Pork ] Ingredients * 3 lb whole chicken, cut into 10-12 pieces OR pork, cut into 2-inch chunks * 5 tbsp vegetable oil * 1 tbsp preserved soy beans [mashed] or Japanese Miso paste * 1 tbsp dark soy sauce * 3 med potatoes, quartered * 1 tbsp sugar * 2 scallions stalks, cut into 1-inch pieces * 6 small dried shitake mushrooms, reconstituted in hot water * salt and pepper * 3 red onions, sliced * 1 inch fresh ginger, sliced * 5 cloves garlic In red to be grounded Directions Using a mortar & pestle grind onion, ginger and garlic into a paste Heat 3 tbsp of vegetable oil in a hot wok, add ground paste, stir-fry for about 1 min Add chicken [or pork], dark soy sauce and preserved soy beans [mashed] or Miso paste, stir-fry for about 5 mins Add 2 cups water, sugar and season with salt and pepper; bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 mins Add potatoes, scallions and dried shitake mushroo...

One of the famous tourist towns in the 'Land of Lamas', Leh is where one can find all kinds of souvenir shops, pizza restaurants and travel agencies in Ladakh. A bustling backpacker's hub, Leh with its overpowering Himalayan backdrop and relics of ruined palaces has a beauty of its own. The vivid dark blue sky from the altitude of 3505 m above sea level Leh makes everyone go breathless. All these reasons are enough to attract horde of nature-lovers, trekkers and adventure-enthusiasts to the town and for their accommodation they head towards humble and cozy hotels in Leh. Available in limited amount these Leh hotels are basic in character and are marked by simplicity, grace along with being affordable. From all the options for lodging the most recommended Leh hotels are: Hotel Chube Leh: Hotel Chube Leh is highly preferred by budget travelers. The hotel located at approximately 5 kilometers away from airport and in close proximity to the famous Tsemo Monastery, Samker Mo...

Ingredients * 1 1/2 kg pork spareribs * 1 tbsp sugar * 3 tbsp cooking oil or lard * ½ tsp pepper * 2 tsp salt * 2 cloves garlic * 1 tsp preserved brown soya bean * 1 tsp dark soya sauce * 1 tsp peppercorn * 1 inch long cinnamon bark * 2 segments star anise * 1 1/2 Litres water Garnishing Ingredients: * fried crispy shallots * Chinese crispy crullers (Yu-Char-Koay) Preparation of Ingredients: 1. Cut spareribs into bite-size pieces and marinate with pepper and 1 tsp salt for ½ an hour. 2. Pound the preserved brown soya bean. 3. Smash the garlic. 4. Cut the Chinese crispy crullers into ½ inch pieces. Ingredients In a pot, bring water to a boil. Heat 2 tbsp oil in wok. Then fry the spareribs until well-browned. Set aside for use later. In a clean wok, heat remaining oil. Add sugar and carameilze until light brown. Then add the smashed garlic and preserved brown soya bean. Stir fry for 30 seconds. Add in the spareribs, dark soya sauce, peppercorn, cinnamon, star anise and remainin...

Cheap Hotels in Manchester and Football There are many luxury and cheap hotels in Manchester that put you within a short distance of some of the most famous football clubs in the world. Manchester is home to not one, but two premier league football teams, that of Manchester United and Manchester City. If you are a season ticket holder you may regularly visit the city and are always in need of hotels. You may just be looking to visit the stadiums for a one-off tour and need a hotel. The Manchester United Museum and Tour Centre lets visitors relive the clubs triumphs, tragedies and trophies and follow the clubs amazing history from 1878 to present. You can delve behind the scenes in the stadium tour by sitting in Sir Alex Ferguson's spot, see the home teams changing rooms and emerge from the players tunnel as you experience the famous turf the team plays on. Manchester City Football club stadium was originally built for Manchester's Commonwealth Games in 2002 and is now home t...

Ingredients * 1 tablespoon vegetable oil * 8 shallots, chopped * 6 cloves garlic, crushed * 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper * 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric * 6 cups water * 6 stalks lemon grass, ground * 1/4 cup tamarind juice * salt to taste * 2 pounds red snapper fillets, cut into 1 inch pieces Directions Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Mix in shallots, garlic, crushed red pepper, and turmeric. Cook and stir until shallots are tender, about 5 minutes. Pour water into skillet, and mix in lemon grass and tamarind juice. Season with salt. Bring the mixture to a boil. Stir snapper into boiling mixture. Cook 10 minutes, or until fish pieces are easily flaked with a fork.

Nowadays people are traveling more than ever before. Whether it is by air, railway or a car. People wants to visit as many places as possible. In recent years due to great economic development, Asia has become a frequent destination for travelers. One of these countries which are being visited the most in Asia is Malaysia and its most famous city Kuala Lumpur. This great city is also the capital of Malaysia. With population nearing 2 million people and area of 245 square kilometers the city really has a lot to offer. If you are business traveler or just visiting Kuala Lumpur with your family - you need a place to stay. Of course there are many hotels located across the city. If you are looking for cheap Kuala Lumpur hotels, there are definitely many of them to be found in the outskirts of the city. Most of those small hotels are family owned and operated and "cheap" doesn't mean you are going to get less service. One of the many cheap hotels to stay is the "Hotel...

Barbecued Shrimp Paste on Sugar Cane (Chao Tom) 1 servings Ingredients * 1 tb Roasted rice powder * Scallion oil * Crisp-fried shallots * 1 tb Roasted peanuts, ground * 1 lb Raw shrimp in the shell * 1 tb Salt * 6 Garlic cloves, crushed * 6 Shallots, crushed * 2 Ounces rock sugar, crushed -to a powder, or * 1 tb Granulated sugar * 4 Ounces pork fat * 4 ts Nuoc mam * Freshly ground black pepper * Peanut Sauce * Vegetable Platter * 8 Ounces 6 1/2-inch rice -paper rounds (banh trang) * 12 Piece fresh sugar cane, or * 12 oz Sugar cane packed in light -syrup, drained * 12 8-1/2 ea inch bamboo skewers -soaked in water for 30 -minutes * Vegetable oil, for shaping -shrimp paste * 8 Ounces extra-thin rice -vermicelli Directions Although this dish can be baked in an oven, I strongly suggest you grill it over charcoal, for the result is far superior. The dish may be prepared over 2 consecutive days. On day one, prepare the dipping sauce and condiments. The Vegetable Platter and shrimp paste ...

--The Sydney Blue Hotel (Sydney, Australia) This modern jewel was constructed in 2005 near Sydney's ultra-fashionable Woolloomooloo Bay's beautiful beaches. It features over 100 suites that are decorated using today's finest retro style decorations and soft pastel colours. These cosy living spaces have access to a lovely "living room" style reception area, a fitness centre and a supportive atmosphere that is sure to please even the most demanding guest. --The Hotel Königshof (Munich, Germany). This family-owned marvel features over 70 rooms that are decorated using rich leather interiors and beautiful 19th century German antique furnishings. Travellers will enjoy this hotel's close proximity to the Marienplatz city square and the attentive staff's attention to detail. --The Hotel Sacher (Salzburg, Austria) This family-run gem is situated near the Hohensalzburg fortress that is located near Salzburg's city centre. It includes over 75 rooms that incl...

 This is a economical breakfast favourite seldom made at home these days. I have friends who ate this so often that they grew tired of it! Ingredients * 225g self raising flour * 1 egg * some sugar * pinch of salt * 2 tablespoon butter * 350ml water(I like it with milk, i'm sure the hawker didn't use it) Filling: * freshly ground roasted peanuts without skin. (just roast the peanuts in a wok, stir constantly without oil) sugar * sesame (optional) - wash and dry roast sesame in wok till fragrant, lightly crushed to release the fragrance. Directions beat egg, add butter, sugar, salt and water/milk. Add flour and mix to form a smooth batter. leave for several hours. Heat non stick pan, oiled lightly with butter if necessary, pour batter onto the pan, cover and cook till done(a nice brown underneath) on slow/medium heat. Remove from pan, throw some peanut/sesame and sugar over, fold into half, cut and serve immediately.