Actually wasn't expecting any get-together for my birthday, since I haven't really been in touch with any of the friends except over msn. So was quite surprised when TL organised a dinner to meet up.
To make things simple for everyone (since I thought most of the gang are from HSP), I suggested Taiwan Porridge at Kovan. Its been too long since I last had a meal there. I have so many fond memories of that place, the many times the gang ended our runs with a warm dinner there, or just to meet up for some warm, comfort porridge followed by soya bean curd at the Rochor franchise stall nearby. Those were very very happy times which always bring that little warmth back to my heart each time I think about them :)
The gang of us (Teelee, Taz, Bala, Fred, Noodle, Angel) then headed to this nice cosy hideout called Grapevine nearby for more jiaks and all. The place is really nice!! Its an open air cafe (that sells booze). It was very airy with ceiling fans that kept the air well circulated and cool (very eco!). The place weren't choked with people so it was pretty quite and was a very nice place to chill and chat.
We ordered some snacks and dessert to share and just whiled away the evening chatting about anything. It was nice catching up with the gang of them after soooo long. Most whom I have not met in MONTHS but at least contacted over msn occassionally ...
These kind folks also got me a very sweet birthday gift - a tin of cookies from The Cookie Museum. Again I've read about it recently but yet to give these cookies a try. Thanks to Angel for going to get that !! She chose the rose scented cookies and they tasted very light and not too sinful. TL & Taz said it had a hint of the bandung taste (haha) .... ok ma, bandung is rose drink mah rite ?
It was really nice to meet up with the gang again, I'm really happy to see them after such a long absence. Really appreciate Teelee for organising this (THANKS!!!!) and to the gang who turned up.
Photos will be put up once I received them .... in the meantime, some very nice photos here on the cookies
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