The Marmalade Pantry

Met up with Kaixuan and Lynn today to have high tea at the Marmalade Pantry. I met Kaixuan in Korea back in sec 1 and I'm so glad we still keep in touch. Haven't seen him for 3 years and he still looks the same haha! Well the very first thing he said to me when he saw me was it's been 3 years and you still haven't grown. Oh well...

 

Cinnamon Spiced Apple Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting ($8)

Lynn and I both ordered the same cake. We spent such a long time deciding what to get cause all the desserts sound super good! We were deciding between a Smores cupcake, red velvet cupcake, bread pudding and this. In the end, we both settled for the same dessert, a slice of apple cake(: Don't be deceived by the portion. Both of us were super full from this 1 slice of cake. Personally, I feel that the cinnamon taste was more distinct than the apple. The frosting was also a little too much for the both of us. It became quite sweet towards the end. Probably would have been better if we both shared the cake.

 

 The Marmalade Carrot Cake ($8)

Here's what KX ordered. Both cakes are quite similar actually because of the cream cheese frosting. I guess his would be a little less sweet cause there isn't a layer of cream cheese within the cake. I had a bite of it and it wasn't too bad(: I preferred mine though cause I'm not really a huge fan of carrot cakes. Is it just me or does carrot cake just seem like the kind of cake guys order. My eyes were only drawn to words such as red velvet and chocolate haha!

 

Creme Caramel Caffe Latte ($7)

Lately, I'm super into anything caramel. It didn't take me long to decide what drink I want after looking at the super long list of drinks available. I still prefer Caramel Macchiato from Starbucks though. This one was a little too sweet for my liking.

After high tea, we roamed around Orchard and went shopping! Bought a cute little skirt from Stradivarius today and I can't wait to wear it out! We also went to Taka to take photo with the Christmas tree. Yes, we went to Taka for the sole purpose of taking a picture haha!

 

KX pretty much look like a giant next to me haha! We are about 30cm apart so.... well yeah. We spent the whole day talking about food, traveling and more food. Food just always pop into our conversation for some reason. We tried avoiding the topic cause we all felt so guilty but in the end, failed miserably.

 

And an ootd to end the post(: KX became my photographer of the day. If you're reading this, thank you! It's funny how I always take like 30 shots before I find a perfect one but he only needed to take 2 yay! I'm in a maroon skater dress from Lilypirates today. I just absolutely adore basic skater dresses. They're just so comfy and perfect for days where you're too lazy to match a top and a bottom. 

The Marmalade Pantry - ION Orchard
                                        Unit 03-22
           

"I am not a glutton - I am an explorer of food."

Erma Bombeck

Paris Baguette Cafe

Today was a day well spent with the siblings at Paris Baguette Cafe. (: Was initially planning to get my nails done today but my sister called in a little late and they were fully booked. Guess my christmas nails will have to wait till Thursday!

We've nvr eaten at the branch at Tampines before. It's always so crowded!!! They don't have a lot of seats and because it just opened, the queue is always insanely long. We decided to take our chances today cause it's a Monday afternoon and most people are at work. There weren't many seats left but luckily for us, we found seats there. Try to avoid weekends and nights if you want to dine in! (:

 

I quite like this branch actually. Even though being small has its downside, I love how it gives me a cosy feeling as compared to the branch at Wisma. I can totally imagine myself sitting in this cafe with a cup of coffee on a rainy day in my comfy knit. Well the location is a bonus too! Tampines mall is just 15 mins away from my house so it's really convenient. Perfect for lazy days where I don't want to squeeze in the MRT with all the other people.

 

Seafood Chowder ($6)

Here's one of the food that I ordered. I tried to find this at the branch at Wisma but I couldn't. Not sure if it was sold out then or only the one at Tampines has it. Well, it's not bad! The portion is quite small so it allows you to have other stuff as well. I found it a little salty but it wasn't much of a problem cause of the small portion. It was served piping hot cause they prepare it on the spot when you order it. The bread was a little hard though but then again, the soup was the main part haha!

 

 Sweet Bacon Roll ($3.60)

Darkness Cannele ($2)

My sister and I both agree that the Bacon Roll was definitely the best dish we had there. No doubt. The colour of the bacon and the 'shine' it has was what caught my eye. It kind of felt like seeing a diamond among the coals hahaha! It was 'shining' among all the other pastry. There's egg under all the bacon for those curious. Definitely a must get for bacon lovers!

The Cannele is my brother's actually. I found it pretty average and quite tasteless. It's hard on the outside and soft on the inside. We had quite a hard time trying to eat it actually cause of the hard exterior. Our forks couldn't really grab a hold of it haha!

 

 Wake Up Jane ($6)

You know how they say looks can be deceiving? Well this dish looks real good but tasted average. Don't get me wrong, it's not that it's bad but we were expecting a little more. It taste like your average toast with egg on it. A little disappointing but definitely worth a photo!

Almond Pastry ($3.60)

I only had a bite of this cause my brother gobbled everything down haha! Mmmm I found it quite normal but then again, I've nvr been crazily insane about almonds. Portion is a little big so it could be too filling for those with a small tummy.

 

 Royal Pudding Caramel ($4.50)

And of course, there's always room for dessert! How can we pass on the famous Royal Pudding. I keep seeing ppl instagram this haha! There were 3 flavours available: original, mango and caramel. I've tried the original previously and it taste like Panna Cotta. Today, we tried the caramel one and it's definitely nicer than the original one. I just love caramel! How can anyone not? :D

 

 Caramel Macchiato ($6.70)

Cafe Latte ($6)

We found the coffee here pretty normal. The caramel macchiato was wayyyy too sweet. I'm glad I didn't add any sugar. I still prefer Starbucks haha! I blame my Shanghai group for my insane addiction to Starbucks now. Everytime I go out, I have an urge to get Starbucks. It's really bad but I'm handling it well! Well at least I think I am...

Anw, I just have to post this picture cause I'm wearing the top Shericia got me for my birthday! To Sher: Thanks so much bb! You know me too well. Love Bonito FTW!

"And the idea of just wandering off to a cafe with a notebook and writing and seeing where that takes me for awhile is just bliss."

J.K. Rowling

Tiffany Blue

 

 

 

 

 

I was out at Orchard this afternoon with my family when I came across the Tiffany and Co christmas tree! It is absolutely gorgeous. Couldn't help but snapped a few shots at the tree. I'm pretty sure my sister and I spent about half an hr taking photos hahaha! Purely coincidental but the tree served as a nice and matchy backdrop for my ootd today (:

I just love the Christmas season. I cannot put into words how much joy it brings to me. I'm actually playing Christmas songs from Glee's album right now. I forsee this happening for the nights to come. Anw, today I was going for a real demure look and I think I did it! I've had this tweed dress from LB since a month back and I'm really glad I finally wore it out! The dress ends right above my knee giving it a really formal/modest kind of look. Would have preferred it a little shorter but this length is nice for a change(: Always good to have a knee length dress in your wardrobe!

Just got my lucite heels in the mail a week back when I came back from Shanghai! It's so pretty and sweet. Too bad that it was a little big for me. My feet kept slipping forward the whole time. Ignoring that, there's nth wrong with the heels! The height is just nice, not too tall so I could shop the whole afternoon. Really comfy as well! I kind of felt like I'm walking on air hehe. I have to sell this pair away cause of the size which is honestly, such a waste! Oh well, hopefully I'll find a pair that fits me.

Before I left the house today, my sister looked at me and said "I can nvr imagine myself wearing that dress." Hahaha! For those who don't know my sister, well our styles are pretty different. She wears jumpsuits, pants and bandage skirts while I wear dresses, skater skirts and all things girly.

PS. I've just done up a selling post and do have a look at it! It's right below. (: and to those wondering, that's my little brother up there hehe

Petite Presley Tweed Dress in Blue - Love Bonito
Lucite Heels in White - Shopjenith
Butterfly Earring - Accessorize

"Christmas waves a beautiful wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful."

Norman Vincent Peale

Selling Post!

Hey guys! Got this idea from my sister and thought I should do up a selling post. I haven't been gng out as often as I wish I can so there's a whole pile of clothes in my wardrobe that have hardly been touched ): Haha ok well drop me an email at angieyipszewing@hotmail.com if you would like to purchase any of them! Most items are either BN or have been worn once lightly. No trades please cause I'm trying to clear my wardrobe space. All prices are not inclusive of normal mailing.It will be an additional $1.50 for normal mailing.

BN Bxtwxxn Gypsy Lace Shorts


$24
Size S
Length 34cm
Waist 62cm
Hips 90cm

Missypixie Abigail X Back Skater Dress

 

$20

Length approx 31" 

Worn once lightly

The Velvet Dolls Victoria Lace Blouse in Cream

 

$18

PTP 16.5"
Length 23"
(Fits UK6-8)  

Worn twice lightly

Love Bonito Dawson Skater Dress in Blue
 
$18
Size XS
PTP 12.5"-14.5"
Waist 10.5"-12"
Hips 20"
Length 32.5"

The Tinsel Rack Alexa Collar Romper 

$18

Size S

PTP 15"

Length 27.5"
Worn once lightly

The Tinsel Rack Clover Basic Tank in Lilac

 

$15

Size S

PTP: 15" 

Length: 22.5"  

Worn once lightly

Missypixie Carmen Blue Floral Bustier Dress

 

$15

Straps are adjustable

Worn once lightly

Klarra Lesa Baroque Skater Skirt in Azure Blue

$15

Size S

Waist 13"

Hips 23"

Length 15"

Allure8ight Alissa Beach Shorts

$15

Freesize

Waist 12.5"-14.5"

Length 11"

Leg Opening 12"

Worn once lightly

The Blush Inc Georgina Lace Swirl Skater Skirt in WHITE

$15

Waist 12"

Length 15"

Amber Avenue Halton Knit Peplum Top in Navy Blue


$15
Size S
 Length 24”
PTP 15.5-17”
Waist 13.5-15”
Sleeve Length 18.5”

The Angels Label HnM Orange Floral Skater Dress

$15

PTP 39cm

Length(without straps) 70cm

Straps are adjustable

Fits up to UK8

Worn once lightly

Aforarcade Spot Me Skorts in Off White


$10
Size M
Waist 13"
Length 12.5"

Korean Floral Skorts

 

$10

Waist approx 12"(elastic band)

The Tinsel Rack Basic Peplum Tank in White


$10
Size S

Kissjane Fishtail Skirt in Ballerina Pink

$10

Worn twice lightly

BNWOT LRH/AFA Polka Dot High Waist Skirt in White


$10
Size S
High Waist 12.5"
Length 16.5"

The Angels Label Sunshine Floral Skater Dress

 

$10

PTP 35.5cm 

Worn once lightly

The Blush Inc Floral Playsuit in Blue

$10

Waist 14"

Length 31"

Worn twice lightly

Unestab Floral Shorts

 

$10

Waist 13.5"

Length 12.5"

Worn once lightly

BN Megagamie Ahoy Flare Stripes Skirt in Black


$10
Free Size
Waist 11"-14"
Length 16"

BN Love and Bravery Lab Pirouette Skirt in Mocha

$10

Size M

Waist 13.5"

Length 16.5"

BN Suspender Skirt in Lilac

 

$10

Waist 66cm 

Length of straps including skirt 78cm
Straps are detachable and adjustable

Baroque Shorts

$8

Waist 13.5"

Length  9.25"

Wonderlustworld Shirt Dress

 

$8

PTP 15"

Sleeve 10"

Down 30"

Waist band is elastic

Fits UK6-small UK10

Worn twice lightly

Wonderlustworld Sequin Shirt

$8

PTP 16"

Length 25"

Fits UK6-10

Worn once lightly

Korean Floral Shorts 

 

$8

Waist 13"

Length 11"

Rise 9.5"

Laser Cut Out Skorts in Black

 

$8

Stretchable band

Fits UK 6 to small UK10

"Win or lose, we go shopping after the election."

Imelda Marcos