Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Chanel Eyewear Creation

The fashion guru Karl Lagerfeld is forever in the mood of creation. This round, he's in action for Chanel Eyewear.


Chanel Fall Winter Make-Up Palette

Again, it's metallic combination from Le Vernis, Rouge Coco and Illusion Dombre. I like the eyeshadow, cool & elegant.


Mulberry Big 4-Oh

Yap, Mulberry is celebrating its 40th Birthday, and a series of excitement is going on globally. So what are the nerve-pumping events?








First we have the Mulberry Bayswater On Tour, whereby the giant gold Bayswater is travelling around the world! London, States, Australia, Italy, and next, Thailand. Come and track the Bayswater.











Not to forget, the interviews & birthday parties, celebrities & designers, bags and foods. Logon to Mulberry website for the animated films to see how Mulberry grows.


Chanel Le Vernis Metallic

I'm so loving this new nail shade from Chanel Le Vernis. The high shine metallic is so chic, and the description is more than accurate - The Flowing of Molten Metals!



Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Carrot Cupcakes

Today, I tried another new recipe - Carrot Cupcakes. Hope you will like it :)






Ingredients A:
Butter 150g
Brown Sugar 100g
Self-raising flour 180g, sieved
Baking Soda half teaspoon
3 eggs


Ingredients B:
Water 70ml
Carrot 150g, finely grated
Sunflower Seeds 40g
Raisins 40g


*Preheat oven to 250C
*You may replace the sunflower seeds & raisins with other nuts you like, such as walnuts or pecans.
*1 1/2 of ground cinnamon can be added.




Steps:

1. Beat the butter and brown sugar for 10 minutes in medium speed.
2. Add in the egg, one at a time, and beat for 2 minutes each.
3. Add in flour and water alternately, and beat until even.
4. Add in carrot & raisins. Beat for another 1 minute.
5. Pour the batter into the papercups, and bake for 20 minutes with heat of 180C.

Friday, June 17, 2011

Chanel Paris-Byzance 2010/11 Collection

The Paris-Byzance 2010/11 Collection is now available in the boutique. To me, this collection seems more like Egyptian style. Well, Karl always gives you surprises, out of no where!






Limited Edition of Byzance Cosmetic Palette






Regard Signe De Chanel Quadra Eyeshadow - Opulent hues for bold & dramatic effects

Mulberry Sales

The Mulberry Sales has started!










Piccadilly & Bayswater are spotted, however the variety are too little. On the other hand, if you like Alexa or Oversized Alexa, you will be overjoyed with the wide selections available.





Wednesday, June 15, 2011

Hermès - Soak up the Sun

What could be more enjoyable than socking yourself in a cool pond of water during the hot summer? And if you are going to the seaside for sunbathing or surfing, Hermès has little surprise for you. Check out the bathing suits & beach towels! Have fun with the sun :)



Chanel Summer Lip & Nail

Chanel brings you a shocking, and yet the coolest harmonies in lips & nails in this blazing summer. I like the new nail colour in mimosa.





Mulberry Polly

This elegant new product from Mulberry is featuring the Retro Polly Push Lock. You can carry it across your body, on your shoulder or arm. Comes in 2 different sizes: Polly Push Lock & Small Polly Push Lock. If you prefer the style in tote, you can grab the Polly Push Lock Tote too.



Chanel J12 Chromatic

Chanel introduces the brand new J12 Chromatic with vibrant colours, crafted in titanium ceramic. Check it out at your nearest store today.


Hermès - Front row for Father's Day

Dad rocks, I know that. Hermès has many gifts selection for lovely dad. Pop in and surprise your dad with Hermès goodies :) Happy Father's Day to my DH and daddy!



Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Custard Pie

Fancy a cold dessert during the hot summer? I tried to bake the custard pie this afternoon and it was really simple, and yet fun. Try out the recipe if you are interested :)







To make the crust:

1 packet of cheese crackers.
100g butter


1. Crush the crackers and mix well with soft butter.
2. Use your hands or a flat-bottomed glass to press the mixture firmly at the bottom and sides on a disposable 7-inch aluminium foil pan.
3. Bake for 10 minutes in the preheat oven, and let to cool before pouring in the custard mixture.



To make the custard:

600ml of fresh milk
3 eggs

1/2 cup of sugar

1/4 tablespoon of salt
1 teaspoon of vanilla


1. Scald the fresh milk, bring to boil and stir constantly. Remove from heat once it boils.
2. Pour 3 beaten eggs into a separate bowl.
3. Add in sugar, salt and vanilla.
4. Blend well and cream out any sugar lump.
5. Add in the scalded milk slowly and stir well.
6. Pour the mixture into the baked crust.
7. Bake at 180ºC for 40 minutes. Let to cool and chill in the refrigerator.



* A small hint:
If you like egg pudding, you may pour the custard mixture into a small bowl, and steam for 20 minutes. This is what you will get:






Hope you enjoy it!