It was more like a Pasar Malam to the curious passer-by. Food stalls, Crafts stalls and the touting of wares.
But the Mon Tong Durian (Golden Pillow Durian) clearly defined the all-too-familiar annual event at the Royal Thai Embassy this afternoon. I must congratulate the Embassy for taking the effort to organise an Open House to introduce Thailand and bring Thai culture to our doorsteps.
So besides the Mon Tong durian (My first time trying it, it was a little on the bland side, but was very creamy), Thai coconuts (and incredibly reasonable chocolate cone ice creams going for a buck a pop), Tom Yum kuay teow, Thai otak-otak (You get the picture), and even a sauna-bath canvas (as if it's not hot enough in the city-state already!) going for S$175.
What is a Mon Tong Durian?
"Thai durians are noted for their subtle flavour and smooth texture, often winning over gourmets who have failed to respond in other countries where the fruit grows. Three of the most popular varieties (and there are several dozen to choose from) are cha ni, kan yao, and, perhaps the most prized of all, mon thong."
Click here to find out more about Tropical Thai fruits!
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Went to Choa Chu Kang Swimming Pool with Yao Shun. There's a Wave Pool there (and another one at Jurong East and Wild Wild Wet) which operates on an hourly basis. At two bucks per entry for adults on a weekend, it's nearly twice the admission price of the one at Serangoon, but with the added facilities (such as a large water slide and a mini-waterfall at the end of the 0.6 metre pool.
Yao Shun said that the wave pool at Jurong is worth renting an inflatable, but not this one. Anyway, the pool was incredibly packed (with at least three swimming classes going on concurrently while the remaining fifty-odd leisure swimmers struggle to make the most out of the cramped confines. The presence of such a large crowd made the water evidently murky (And salty, according to yao Shun). We found a very good spot to sun tan - The round pool just beside the olympic-sized pool has the best exposure to the elements, with the added bonus of allowing just about anyone to be seated comfortably in it.
Advice: Go on weekdays, and during office hours, as it is cheaper, and you have the whole pool to yourself (well, nearly).
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