Mange Tout?

Little did CQ realise that mange tout was actually a vegetable... hahaha. At first CQ thought it was a kind of fish because the word 'tout' seemed to 'look' like trout! Maybe it's time for CQ to check on my eyesight.

Mange Tout is often refered to as sugarsnap peas or snow peas. The word 'mangetout' means 'eat all' in French. It is great when blanched and tossed in salad dressings, steamed or stir-fried. Mange Tout is extremely versatile and can be eaten raw too in salads.

For dinner tonight, CQ tried a new recipe Chicken Mushroom Cream Pasta with Mange Tout by Senor Pablo. You can get the recipe here.

Try it! You will definitely ask for more :)

Hello 2010

Ciliqueen wishes Everyone a happy & prosperous life ahead in the new year with Love, Success and Peace!

CQ meets Spanish bloggers

Is there any better way to end your year 2009? Indeed, there was! It was a rare chance to meet and dine with fellow bloggers from Spain! here in Brunei.

CQ was so ever thankful to Senor Pablo for giving CQ this great opportunity to meet the two Spanish Bloggers - Inaki and Esther, who are visiting Brunei Darussalam to document on the local cuisine. Both Inaki and Esther have tried most of the local dishes, especially the famous traditional Ambuyat.

Last night, we had a simple yet pretty dinner at Senor Pablo's crib. Among the dishes prepared for our Spanish guests were - Grilled Fish with soya sauce, Prawn Asam Rebus, Stir-fry Pakis, Umbut2 (palm shoot) cooked in coconut milk, Belutak (marinated beef), Tarap fritters and Pandan tea.

Hope to meet our special guests - Inaki and Esther, again in the future.. perhaps in Spain!?

He is my Brother

A fun-packed memorable birthday bash that was held last Saturday, 26 December 2009 at the Tarindak Restaurant, Jerudong Polo Country Club to celebrate the 50th birthday of Bin Khalid, was one night to remember.

'Celebrity Night' was the theme. Families and friends who attended the party, did dress boldly and beautifully.

Bin Khalid and family

A beautiful poem, composed and recited by BinKhalid's brother ~ Senor Pablo, caught CQ's attention and so did the other guests that night.

He is my Brother

This is a poem for my dearest brother
For us he is like no other
He thinks he was naturally born a Leader
And keeps our families close together!

He is my brother – the fourth in line
For him that number will do just fine
I myself am three behind
But all of us he does outshine!

Brothers share a special bond
Especially for one we are truly fond
Memories we shared have never gone
Even till his hair turns blonde!

Success to you our brother dear
Good luck we wish and that is clear
For our support please do not fear
We will come to you from far and near!

Happy birthday!

Senor Pablo

BRUSTRALIA - foodie event

Yesterday, CQ attended a foodie event organised by the Brunei-Australia Alumni Associaiton at Senor Pablo's crib.

There were many sinful yet awesome delicious spread of food on the long table. CQ enjoyed most of them without even worrying if CQ would be packing loads of calories into her system.. huhu

Banana Chocolate Creme Brulee ..CQ's favorite dessert :)

Ka-Pow burgers & sloppy Jim's
..said to be a best-seller during the Ramadhan season

Appetisers ..yums yums

Salmon & Spinach Quiche ??

ok CQ has forgotten the name but it did won a prize :))

BinKhalid's Lamb with black pepper sauce




Another finger food.. simply delicious..
you can just gobbled up without biting bit by bit hehehe

see what CQ meant? Awesome spread of food!

Talented boy who entertained the guests with his Acousitc guitar? He even rendered a song he had composed himself.

Finale - group photo

Foodie event

Ciliqueen will be there!

KG is no longer a Bachelor!

Yes! Kurapak Guy is married! hoo hoo... The local blogging scene saw Mr. Kurapak Guy ended his bachelor days when he tied the knot with sweetheart - Ms Aqilah Bakri just over a week ago.

Families and friends celebrated the joyous occassion for the lovely couple. This fun guy, who has a number of famous taglines like 'manith', 'astee' and 'yowww' is also a creative and talented individual.

Awangku.. eh eh .. now known as Pg Syahreen, is seen here during the Akad Nikah ceremony. Hmmm his facial expression was so serious... it must be the 'kabak-kabak eh di dada ku' feeling.. hehe

Congratulations!

Alin & Qilah

In most weddings, you will get to see gifts being exchanged between both parties. This iMac gift caught CQ's attention when CQ was browsing through the Kurapak's Wedding Album. It is very refreshing and unique to give or add interesting wedding gifts instead of the usual stuffs like handbags and shoes.

CQ wonders if Mrs. Kurapak will get her MacPro on their first wedding anniversary =)



p/s: All photos published with permission from Mr. Kurapak himself =))