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The Chevening Reception at Nottingham Castle

October 28, 2009

Last night, the Chevening FCO hosted a reception for Chevening scholars in the Midlands area. The reception was held at the Nottingham Castle Museum. It was a great networking event where I got to meet with other Chevening scholars from around the world. Names, emails and facebook id’s were exchanged and definitely new friendships will [...]

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Beraya Bersama Brunotts – Bab Kedua

October 26, 2009

Random shot The group shot at the end

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Beraya Bersama Brunotts – Bab Pertama

October 25, 2009

Yup I know, we’ve passed the month of Syawal, but yesterday the Brunotts Society held their Hari Raya event and although Syawal has passed, it was still nice to soak in the festive atmosphere one last time before the next year. It was an awesome event and the Freshers put up a really good show [...]

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The Chinese State Circus

October 25, 2009

  Muffin and Latte before heading for the circus The Chinese State Circus has a characteristically quiet charm. The level of skill is so phenomenally high that any razzamatazz gloss is redundant. These distinctively Chinese performance arts are thousands of years old yet they still retain the capacity to entertain in this third millennium. Featuring [...]

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In and around Leicester – Selingan

October 23, 2009

Not much happening apart from going hunting (for books!) everyday at the library and working on assignments and figuring how to tackle that big ass dissertation Remembrance Sunday is just around the corner, so lots of poppy plants are being planted especially around war memorial sites. This one taken at the memorial site near Universty. [...]

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Raya’ing Up the Thames with the BSU – Part Two

October 22, 2009
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Diwali – The Festival of Light

October 21, 2009

I was told that the Diwali celebrations in Leicester is the biggest in the UK, so after the BSU boat cruise, I rushed back to Leicester to catch the celebrations. Good move Reedz! It was happeNING! Which is more than I can say for my pics from the event Its times like these I wish [...]

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Raya’ing Up the Thames with the BSU – Part One

October 18, 2009

Saturday afternoon was spent in the company of over 300 fellow Bruneian students from all over UK on board the Dixie Queen going up the river Thames. The Hari Raya gathering was superbly organized by the Brunei Students’ Union and sponsored by quite a number of organizations including the Brunei Students’ Unit (UPP), BLNG, Yayasan [...]

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Pesta Indomie di Opal Court

October 17, 2009

I like this shot Ada lagi Pop Mie menyalat tu Cukup kah meh nya ani? Periuk bujang ni namanya… hahaha!

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Open House at Linton Street

October 13, 2009

Pics from the Hari Raya open house at Linton Road where a number of Bruneian students are living in a few houses. It was an awesome night spent in the company of some wonderful young people who welcomed us with traditional Bruneian warmth and hospitality. Thanks guys for the lovely evening!

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Changed Priorities Ahead

October 9, 2009

These pics are from last night’s dinner at Tinseltown with Qidah and her folks who will be leaving for Brunei on Sunday. Thank you once again to Dr Sablee and family for their warm hospitality towards us students here during their visit. Interesting road sign which was quite thought provoking at the time Tinseltown Diner [...]

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Dinner with Bruneians in Leicester

October 7, 2009

Well it looks like Nando’s is the defacto dining destination for Bruneians in Leicester. Last week we had a meet n greet dinner for Bruneians in Leicester and it took place at… yup, Nando’s.

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A day out with Da Gang

October 1, 2009

This week has been quite light schedule wise, so da gang and I have been spending quite a lot of time exploring the city centre. These pics were taken a couple of nights ago when Qidah and her family hosted us to a scumptuous chicken dinner at Nando’s followed by a small Hari Raya open [...]

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Karacoma – Its up to you…

September 18, 2009

17 September 2009, Karacoma in collaboration with Visual Dimensions Production & Easyorange Advertising launched their 1st Music Video entitled ‘I.K.T.S’ at Easyorange Advertising, Gadong. ‘I.K.T.S’ is one out of the 11 songs of Karacoma’s album where by the album is targeted to be released in December 2009. The music video was directed and produced by [...]

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The one with the farewells

September 16, 2009

Get the latest Flash Player to see this player. [Javascript required to view Flash movie, please turn it on and refresh this page] Finally went to Charcoal for their well-known skewer buffet when some ex-colleagues threw me a farewell sungkai bash last weekend. As usual, Charcoal did not disappoint

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Ambuyat, Gulali and Popcorn – Sungkai bersama BAG Networks

September 12, 2009

Today is BONZA SATURDAY and there are FOUR winners for the Rizqun Coffeehouse Sungkai Vouchers today, 12th September 2009 and they are: Zaraura HM, Amir Anas, Joffren Omar, and Khadija Mahari CONGRATULATIONS and enjoy your sungkai at the Rizqun Coffeehouse! Ambs yoooo! Big boy waits earnestly for his gulali Popcorn!   Recycled Teenagers

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Sungkai@i-Centre.biz

September 11, 2009

And the winners for the Rizqun Coffeehouse Sungkai Vouchers today, 11th September 2009 are: Maslinda Awg Usin and Raidah Abang CONGRATULATIONS and enjoy your sungkai at the Rizqun Coffeehouse! Congratulations to Hairol Azmi Majid aka Ucingitam whose name was drawn as the winner of the Vintage Rose Sungkai Nusantara Buffet voucher for two! Enjoy your [...]

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Bikers at The Arch

September 10, 2009

A message from Juls-Dean / El-Kapitan 719, Mother-Chapter Brunei: Aslmkmwbt, im Road Captain for GANGSTARS-719-mother Chapter Brunei, would like to THANX to you & wife aka ANAKBRUNEI.org. very nice of u to support Local Bikers. Hope to See you guys around again..and again…agian THANK YOU bro. Best Regards, Juls-Dean / El-Kapitan 719, Mother-Chapter Brunei Those [...]

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Sungkai at OGH

August 26, 2009

The Sungkai Buffet at OGH has made quite a name for itself over the past few years and deservedly so. The excellent menu which changes weekly, combined with a reasonable price of only provides good value for money. Plus of course, there’s the LEGENDARY Kuih Melaya which I keep raving about! Heheh! Definitely a place [...]

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Bloggapalooza 2009!

August 11, 2009
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Pusat Ehsan 4th Charity Bazaar 2009

August 10, 2009

Message from the iCentre: Dear All, Reminder, 2nd THiNK BiG Business Competition Executive Summary Submission will be on Friday, 14 Aug 2009 @ 23:59. If interested, you will only require to submit a maximum 3 page executive summary to bizplan@icentre.biz . Below are the links that you can access to  find out more about the competition or they can also just navigate [...]

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A Nite at Nur Wanita

August 5, 2009

Interesting excerpt from the menu at Nur Wanita that tells it all The staple of Thai cuisine, Tom Yam Goong Crispy kang kong is AWESOME! Die die must try!

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Hau’oli la hanau Snr Pablo!

July 27, 2009

What a blast of an evening we had at Snr Pablo’s birthday bash on the weekend at Serikandi! Happy birthday to you Snr Pablo! Thank you for having us! We really enjoyed our evening! Terkejut beruk si kawan Beracun ni banar!

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An Yang ha se yo, gahm sah hahm ni da!

July 21, 2009

Mark Bittman, the New York Times food writer, describes Korean food in his blog in four words with: "Japanese cuisine with guts". Korean food, while sharing many characteristics with Chinese and Japanese cooking, has incredible boldness. It’s not for the faint of heart. Last night, we the “not so faint-hearted” had a mini twitterati gathering [...]

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Free 24-7 Home Assist with SCB Home Loan

July 17, 2009

Standard Chartered Bank is pleased to partner with 24-7 Home Assist to offer exclusive offerings from 24-7 Home Assist for all home loan customers of the Bank. Home loan customers can now sign up for free membership with 24-7 Home Assist for the first year and subsequent free membership for the second year onwards when [...]

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Seri Siap Siaga Cleans up at Jerudong Beach

July 15, 2009

A lovely birthday greeting for His Majesty from floweret, a SSS alumni: I am only but one voice that speaks out for my country. There are other more patriotic ones out there. But personally, I’d thank His Majesty, for his utter kindness and care for he keeps everything in check – our country’s welfare, security, [...]

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Selamat Pengantin Baru (It’s Hammertime!)

July 7, 2009

Sudah bersarang burung tempua Sarangnya tinggi tidaklah rendah Dahulu seorang sekarang berdua Ikatan janji tertunai sudah

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Selamat Pengantin Baru

July 6, 2009

I missed this one last weekend cos Mr G came to visit Congratulations Mas & Emma!

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Congratulations RA!

June 13, 2009

Take a break in a stylish way at Sheraton Superior Room at B$170.00+ for 2 persons Inclusive buffet breakfast and buffet dinner Children aged 4 to 11 years old gets * 50% discount off for breakfast and dinner * Free adjoinining room Have a Pizza Party by the poolside B$10.00+ per child (4 to 11 [...]

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Lok Lok and Apam Balik Anyone?

June 10, 2009

Last night, fellow foodies and I checked out the buffet at the OGH. The Penang Hawker Food Promotion is happening at the Orchid Garden Hotel till this Sunday 14th June. If you haven’t tried it, its well worth trying! Especially for the  lovely Lok Lok, and the superb apam-balik, which  was, in DJ Hani’s words, [...]

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Malam Memenyet dan Menyateh BFF

May 16, 2009

Berita dari Melbourne – Mothers Day Classic Run 10 May 2009, Melbourne, Victoria. – A mother day run for a worthy cause. The mother’s day run is more than just a walk, it’s a nationwide community event, bringing together those who have lost someone to breast cancer and those who want to get fit and [...]

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Sushi’ing at Regent Square Kiulap

May 13, 2009

Lindsay Fox talk at Central Lecture Theatre, Room 1.17 4pm, Thursday, 14th May 2009. He is such a charismatic speaker with a great sense of humour. Now that’s a rarity coming from a billionaire. Highly recommended by RA. Excapade has just opened their 6th outlet at Regent Square this week. Fellow foodies Maurina, Liza, Marul, [...]

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MOD Customer Appreciation Day

May 11, 2009

It was an activity-filled morning at the Ministry of Development yesterday as their Customer Appreciation Week came to a close. Heaps of games and other activities took place over the last week and prizes from these activities were presented to the winners yesterday. BARA was a major participant with their flying fox, abseiling, rock-climbing AND [...]

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Priscilla Bites!

May 8, 2009

“My Recipe Book” auction update: Bidding for the above special signed (AND FRAMED) edition of the book as of 5pm 7th May stands at B$1,086.00! If you wish to beat this bid, you can text da gangsta at 8677773 and place your bid and your name. Let’s do this for a good cause! A couple [...]

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Warisan Emas Kitani

May 6, 2009

Foodie Bloggers’ Recipe Book Update From da gangsta: There’s one limited edition “My Recipe Book” which was personally signed by Her Royal Highness ‘Azemah Ni’matul Bolkiah during the Charity Bazaar and this signed recipe book will be going for auction and the starting bid will be BND50.00. Oh yeah, the special book will be framed [...]

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Frangipani – Opening Soon!

April 30, 2009

Frangipani is a small genus of 7-8 species native to tropical and subtropical Americas which spread to all tropical areas of the world. Its is known as "Kembang Kamboja" in Indonesia, "Temple Tree" or "Champa" in India, "Calachuchi" in the Philippines, "Araliya" or "Pansal Mal" in Sri Lanka, "Champey" in Cambodia, "Champa" in Laos, "Hoa [...]

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A Foodilicious Afternoon at Senor Pablo’s

April 27, 2009

Bandar Seri Begawan – Some 80 bloggers and food enthusiasts competed in the first-ever Ultimate Foodie Blogger Challenge in Kg Rimba yesterday. The winner of the competition was Reedz with his scrumptious recipe "Quick and Dirty Roast Lamb", followed by Yeeman with her recipe "Roasted Garlic and Anchovies” and Nikki with her lovely Macaroons. Chef [...]

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SOBK 2009

April 15, 2009

A BIG Birthday Shout-out to Aunty HDM who turns *cough cough* today! Happy Birthday and Many Happy Returns of the Day! A TOTAL of 230 participants with special needs signed up for the 4th National sports meet organised by the Community Development Board (Japem) at the Hassanal Bolkiah National Stadium, Berakas last weekend. The bi-annual [...]

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HSBC Media Appreciation Nite 2009

April 13, 2009

Pics taken during the HSBC Media Appreciation Nite which was held at the Rizqun in Gadong last weekend. The Rizqun was jam-packed due to a massive wedding banquet happening there. But that didn’t dampen the fun of our little gathering as you can see! Bunny born with two noses

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Happy Birthday PAR!

April 12, 2009

ULTIMATE Foodie Challenge! Do you have a recipe so delicious that you are just dying to share with everyone? What better way to make friends than over good food and drinks? Come to the ULTIMATE Foodie Challenge where each sexy foodie will contribute one dish for sharing and tasting. The catch is you have to [...]

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