A few years ago, there was a period of time where I craved for Middle Eastern cuisine after watching a few shows on Middle East culture and lifestyle. Hummus was one of my favourite dips for bread and vegetables. However, the prices of store-bought Hummus are quite expensive and when I could learn to make…
Mackerels are relatively inexpensive compared to the more popular fishes such as salmon. When they go on sale, I would buy them from the frozen section where the mackerels are prepared and sold in fillets of 4 and store them in the freezer along with my other seafood stash. Being oily fish, have high amounts…
The Japanese Pork Bowl (Butadon) is one of my favourite comfort food that I want to eat a satisfying meaty meal but have very little time for lunch. After doing some research online, I learnt that it is actually very simple to cook up a satisfying Butadon and on top of that, all the ingredients…
Last weekend, I met a few of my close friends for an afternoon walk in the park. During the walk, one of my close friends asked me about how I picked the ETFs used to construct my investment portfolio. When it comes to building a solid investment portfolio, Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) can be an excellent…
Late last year, I made a bold decision to take a career break. At the age of 41, it was a time filled with mixed emotions—relief from the daily grind of unfulfilling work, but also a looming uncertainty about the future since I am taking my foot off the pedal on my original retirement plan…
Retiring abroad is an increasingly popular choice among Singaporeans seeking new experiences and lower cost of living in their golden years. Whether it’s the lush landscapes of Malaysia or the bustling markets of Thailand, the promise of adventure is tempting. However, beyond the logistical preparations, one crucial aspect often determines the quality of life abroad:…