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Makan Journey: Hakata Ikkousha + Tsujiri

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I met up with my makan buddies for our monthly makan outing. Hongwei gave the suggestion for our makan haunt again, and this time, we went to Hakata Ikkousha which is located at Tanjong Pagar Plaza . Hakata Ikkousha won the ultimate Ramen Champion in 2011 and 2012. The two time Ramen Champion, Hakata Ikkousha opened 2 outlets in Singapore in Tanjong Pagar Plaza and Chijmes.   Hakata is a city in Fukuoka, Japan, where it is known for their springy and thin ramen noodles. The chef has done a good job in bringing authentic taste and cooking methods, and the eatery place was also well decorated with a sense of Japanese feeling.     Hongwei and Jax ordered the Clas sic Tonkotsu Ramen , and the broth is simmered for over 12 hours and bears a creamy texture.       Terence and I had the Black Tonkotsu Ramen , and it is made of special fried garlic that will definitely please all garlic lovers.     Hongwei b...

[preview screening] Under The Dome S2 at The Screening Room

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I attended the exclusive preview screening of Under The Dome S2 at The Screening Room before its premiere on RTL CBS Entertainment HD Channel on both Mio and Starhub TV. We were also given chance to watch a special recap of episodes of S1, Inside Chester's Mill before watching the first episode of S2. This is good move as it helps those who are new to this drama to let them understand the storyline better, and at the same time, to recap upon the memories of S1 before preparing themselves for S2. Do remember to catch it on RTL CBS Entertainment HD Channel on 27/8, Wednesday, 9.55pm on Mio TV Channel 318 and Starhub TV Channel 509. Under The Dome , is based on Stephen King's best-selling novel and it is about a small town called  Chester's Mill which is sealed off from the rest of the world by an enormous transparent dome suddenly and inexplicably. The special effects are impressive, and there are some disturbing gory scenes that are nightmar...