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SXM: Sunset Bar and Grill

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Virgin experience with Johnny cakes, though probably not the usual ones! After leaving South America, my BFF and I were back in the Caribbean. We had a few hours of layover at Sint Maarten, a Dutch overseas territory that's famous for its Maho Beach that's very close to the runway of Princess Juliana International Airport. We had brunch at Sunset Bar and Grill.
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GUY: Cara Lodge Restaurant

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Chicken thigh topped with a generous amount of chunky mango sauce! Cara Lodge Hotel is a historical building in Georgetown, Guyana. Built in the 1840s, it was known as Woodbine House when it housed the first Lord Mayor of Georgetown. My BFF and I dropped by the restaurant in hope of trying its well-known pepperpot dish. Alas, we were told that it'd only be available on Sundays during breakfast hours.
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GUY: New Thriving

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Legit Chinese dishes in Guyana, save for one... The Chinese community has been playing a pivotal role in Guyana since it was occupied by the British. In fact, the first president after its independence, Arthur Chung, was a Chinese. There are quite a number of Chinese restaurants in Georgetown, one of which is the more upscale New Thriving located at Main Street.
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SIN: So Pho [Delivery]

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First time having 'cha cha la vong' here in Singapore! Before I continue with more posts on eateries in Georgetown, Guyana, allow me to do a quick review of yesterday's Vietnamese dinner at home. I was too hungry that I didn't take out my trusty notebook to jot things down, so I shall do this post before I forget. At the point of writing, there are 16 branches of So Pho islandwide. 
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SIN: Mid-Autumn 2018 Mooncakes @ Marina Bay Sands

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Strawberry + yogurt + champagne = LOVE! It's Pikachu's birthday today! I think I've shared with you before that his birthday is the same as mine. As can be seen in the picture below, he couldn't wait to try the snowskin mooncakes of four different flavours from Marina Bay Sands for the Mid-Autumn Festival.
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GUY: Brandsville Hotel [Breakfast]

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Fish and chips without fries, but something else! My BFF and I stayed at Brandsville Hotel (3*) in Georgetown, Guyana, which is located in a somewhat quiet neighbourhood that's quite a distance away from the downtown area. The restaurant serves semi-buffet breakfast that, if not included in the room rate, isn't really worth paying for.
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GUY: Starbuds

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Huge main courses with two carbohydrates to keep you full! How many of you read the title as Starbucks? To be frank, I've been to Starbucks less than ten times in my life thus far. Anyway, today's post on a very filling lunch at Starbuds in Georgetown, Guyana, especially when I didn't do anything much between breakfast and lunch due to heavy rain that day. 
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GUY: Maharaja Palace

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The best restaurant in Georgetown, Guyana? Prior to booking a room at Brandsville Hotel , little did I know that the #1 restaurant on TripAdvisor, at the point of writing, is within walking distance from the said accommodation. Maharaja Palace is located on the third floor of a building named Annjees that's colourfully lit in the evening.
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GUY: Oasis Café

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Lovely cassava cake with nutmeg and cinnamon! Let's move on from Suriname to its neighbouring country, which is Guyana. On the first day in its capital city, Georgetown, my BFF and I had an early dinner at 5.00pm at Oasis Café. The eatery, which is quite highly-rated online, is two blocks away from one of the famous landmarks in town: St. George's Anglican Cathedral.
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SUR: Eco Resort Inn [Breakfast]

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A taste of a local dish made of a plant called 'pomtajer'! In Paramaribo, Suriname, my BFF and I stayed at Eco Resort Inn (3*). Buffet breakfast is served daily at its Riverside Hut, which is sort of a misnomer as it's located in the middle of the hotel grounds. The hotel's Riverview Terrace and Bar, on the other hand, is the one that allows patrons to have a view of Suriname River.
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SUR: Eetcafé de Gadri

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Have you heard of 'moksi alesi' before? Eetcafé de Gadri is a no-frills eatery situated near Fort Zeelandia in the capital city of Suriname, serving local cuisine. While the menu is only written in Dutch, the staff can speak English. One of them translated some of the dishes that my BFF and I couldn't recognise.
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SUR: Mirosso Indonesian Restaurant

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An Indonesian restaurant that has won the Fernand de Rooy certificate! The historical links between Suriname and Indonesia can be traced back to the days of the Dutch East Indies in the 19th century, where many Javanese were sent to Suriname to work in plantations. My BFF and I went all the way to Mirosso Indonesian Restaurant to see how the cuisine has developed there over the years.
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SUR: Roti Shop Joosje

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A delight to chew the handmade 'roti'! Suriname is a melting pot of cultures. For our first lunch in the capital city called Paramaribo, my BFF and I went to sample its Indian cuisine at a well-known eatery that has been around since 1942. Roti Shop Joosje provides no-frills dining with affordable prices.
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SIN: YOTEL Singapore [Breakfast]

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Didn't expect the salad to be so fresh! As overseas travel is still very much restricted, I continue to entertain myself by going for staycations here in Singapore. Earlier this year, I had the opportunity to stay at YOTEL Singapore (4*) at Orchard Road for one night during the Chinese New Year period. Breakfast set is offered for each guest staying at the contemporary hotel.
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KSA: Saudia [Business, International, Short-Haul]

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Trying Arabic coffee for the very first time in my life! After having a moment of relaxation at the SkyTeam Lounge at Istanbul Ataturk Airport, it was finally time for my BFF and me to leave Turkey. Our virgin experience with Saudia, the flag carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, was a memorable one. Let's take a look at what were served for Business Class passengers on the short-haul flight from Istanbul to Jeddah.
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CAN: St. Lawrence Market

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Where you can find the "world famous peameal bacon on a bun"! Originally opened in 1902, St. Lawrence Market is an iconic public market in Toronto, Canada, a culinary hotspot showcasing more than 120 merchants. The current building incorporates one that was once home to the first permanent city hall and jailhouse that operated from 1845 to 1899. During our visit, my BFF and I sampled some delights for breakfast.
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