Alex - Here have what I know

Dolce Vita
If you haven’t been here since the old Pronto days, you won’t recognise the place. We urge you to go there post haste; it will not disappoint. The space is very modern Med, with a minimally decorated, airy, resort-style interior. The top tables, naturally, are on the terrace by the landscaped pool, but there are only a few so make sure you reserve one. From certain angles you can see the high rises of the business district and the Singapore Flyer, a view which is particularly seductive by night. The menu presents diners with a contemporary and elegant take on Mediterranean cuisine and you know you’re in for a culinary treat when the freshly baked bread arrives with five different spreads and dips. Bouillabaisse, turbot with clams and fresh herbs in a beurre blanc, and suckling pig confit are all highlights on the current menu.
Mandarin Oriental Singapore, Level 5, 5 Raffles Avenue, Marina Square, tel: +65 6885-3551.

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Bright lights, masses of skycrapers, a beautiful skyline and even more beautiful people. This is Asia’s hottest boutique, hippest and most happening harbour city; a place chock-full of gorgeous boutique hotels; shopping to suite every budget and whim; star-studded restaurants and bars; and views that will make you feel as though you are on another planet. Some call it the “Big Lychee”, “The Pearl of the Orient”, “Asia’s World City”, or a “Shopper’s Paradise”. Call it what you like, as long as your ticket says “Hong Kong“, you are in for a treat.

Airport
The Hong Kong airport is constantly listed among the best in the world for its amenities, services and efficiency. Luggage, for example, can be checked in up to 24 hours before a flight at either the airport or the Hong Kong and Kowloon stations. The quickest and easiest way to travel to and from the city is to take the Airport Express Train. Travel time is around 25 minutes and if you are not mesmerized by your personal TV screen you will enjoy a great perspective of the peninsula’s lofty towers. Taxis, limousines and buses are also available. For further information visit: www.hongkongairport.com
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AKASHI
Not just a move, but a complete reinvention for Akashi. It was always a stalwart in the old days in the basement of Tanglin Shopping Centre - reliable fare and great prices. Now it has moved to an impressive space on the ground floor of Orchard Hotel (along with newly opened, energetic sister restaurant Inakaya) and gone upmarket. The setting is much smarter, the food is more elegant and the quality higher and, yes, you’ve guessed it, the good old prices are a thing of the past. To be fair, you are getting what you pay for.
#01-01A Orchard Parade Hotel, 1 Tanglin Road, tel: +65 6732-4438.

AOKI
Being part of the Les Amis Group, you know you are in for a pretty subline experience. This is arguably the ultimate in Japanese dining and service, so expect a not insignificant contribution to your credit card statement. Play it smart and go on expreses. The decor is the epitome of Zen minimalism. The menu covers sushi, sashimi, shabu shabu, sukiyaki, tempura, and seasonal produce is a highlight. Everything is exquisitely presented.
Shaw Centre, #02-17, 1 Scotts Road, tel: +65 6333-8015.

IKUKAN
The name of the lane off Club Street may elicit the odd giggle, but the food at Ikukan certainly won’t. This is serious, creative Japanese fare in an elegant setting and unusually, a Western style of dining is predominant with starters, main courses and desserts. The speciality is Japanese charcoal grill, so try the beef or black cod. Set menus are good value too.
23 Mohamed Ali Lane #01-01, Tel: +65 6325-3362.
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烦！烦！烦！不知何来的烦闷，现在就是看什么都觉得不顺眼，做什么都没心情。（但还是要勉强的做）真怀疑自己是不是得了少女更年期。在这种情况发生也没地方让我宣泄，只好在这里“碎碎念”。一想到一大堆“不简单任务”人就开始烦躁起来，但那还好因为这种情形不会维持很久，很快就可以恢复我那灿烂笑容（我得意地笑，我得意地笑）。但绝对不要让我遇上，当我正在专注做一件事的时候，会有人来“咔咔角角”（打扰）。来“咔咔角角” 不要紧，但千万不要问我一些废问题，不然我会因内伤而暴毙。要不然我会比你更废。或者你可以带上一把刀子，直接把我杀了吧，那我就省很多力气了。

爸爸！对于这个唯一能够称呼你的名词，我总觉得好陌生好像与我无关因为我没有机会在我的人生中喊你一声爸爸。是你走的太早？还是我来到这世上太晚？

我非常妒嫉大姐与二姐，因为在她们的孩童记忆里拥有你和她们的美好回忆！而我呢？只是一片空白。如果我能提早出世或许也能像她们一样在你怀里撒娇，骑在你背上到处逛。对于你的一切我也感到非常陌生，我只能够从母亲那里知道关于你的一些事迹。但唯一能够庆幸的是，我还能够从那以发黄的照片中看见你的容貌。你果然是帅哥一名！

在我成长过程中，唯一让我感到遗憾的是，我无法让你在我身边和我一起分享我的喜，怒，哀，乐和无法和你一起度过每年的父亲节。你是否也会和我有同样的感想呢？但请你放心，因为，妈妈，姐姐们和外婆，舅舅阿姨们都很疼爱我，爱护我。而我，也找到了一位相信能够给我幸福的男友。

爸爸！容许我在这里这样叫你，以弥补我无法在你面前这样叫你。爸爸！我爱你！你安息吧！