Ip Man 2

Before Ip Man 1, I never really know much about Donnie Yen. Ip Man 1 caught me off-guard and I was simply awestruck with the show and especially with Donnie Yen.

So when Ip Man 2 came along, of course, its a must-see show for me. Its entertaining, with some humour and lots of his signature "chops"
But I was expecting better storyline since Ip Man 1 was against Japanese and now Ip Man 2 is against British. How lame can it get?

Read the synopsis here

Iron Man 2

Summary
With the world now aware of his dual life as the armored superhero Iron Man, billionaire inventor Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) faces pressure from the government, the press, and the public to share his technology with the military. Unwilling to let go of his invention, Stark, along with Pepper Potts (Gwyneth Paltrow), and James "Rhodey" Rhodes (Don Cheadle) at his side, must forge new alliances -- and confront powerful enemies.

Read the synopsis here
Main website

I found the show to be pretty entertaining with lots of action and special effects but I think if there was going to be part III, I will soon be bored. I still found part I to be much more refreshing.

The last part of the show where Ivan Vanko died is abit lame though.

Clash on the Titans

Synopsis
In “Clash of the Titans,” the ultimate struggle for power pits men against kings and kings against gods. But the war between the gods themselves could destroy the world. Born of a god but raised as a man, Perseus (Sam Worthington) is helpless to save his family from Hades (Ralph Fiennes), vengeful god of the underworld. With nothing left to lose, Perseus volunteers to lead a dangerous mission to defeat Hades before he can seize power from Zeus (Liam Neeson) and unleash hell on earth. Leading a daring band of warriors, Perseus sets off on a perilous journey deep into forbidden worlds. Battling unholy demons and fearsome beasts, he will only survive if he can accept his power as a god, defy his fate and create his own destiny.

Caught this shoow sometime back at Tiong Bahru GV theatre, I was surprised that I managed to get the tickets for the 3pm show at 1pm. I would have thought it should have been sold out by then. Nevertheless, the theatre was full.

After all the hype surrounding the show, I have great expectations of it. But it was not as impressive as I thought it to be. Storyline is blah and abit silly, Sam does not act well, the ending does not feel like an ending, abit too short and abrupt for my standard

Source : Movieweb

AGF Maxim Cafe Menu Matcha Latte

Description
We developed new method of manufacture that rich froth is kept in powdered coffee. Pour hot water and creamy foams of fine bubbles, will be formed. Enjoy the mellowness of milk and deep and rich taste of Uji powdered tea as much as you want.

Bought it at $4.50 at Yamakawa Super for just 4 sticks in the box, I thought it was pretty expensive but then again, I never say no to Green Tea. LOL

This instant matcha latte is as what the picture implies, a frothy matcha latte - green tea mixed with lots of milk. The powder fizzes and crackles noisily once I pour hot water into the mug. After a while, the powder disappears and a sweet tasty drink takes over its place.

If you are a green tea fan like me, I would recommend you to try this. Its really nice.
BTW, its only $2.48 at Rakuten

Ingredients :
Sugar, Vegetable Fat, Corn Syrup, Matcha, Dextrin, Skim Milk Powder, Whey Powder, Milk Protein, Starch, Ph Control Chemical, Emulsifier, Silicon Dioxide, Flavour

Source : AGF , Kenko

Tea Breaks

I love drinking tea and relaxing in a cafe so here are some cafes as round up by The Sunday Times

Arteastiq
Where : 333A Orchard Road Mandarin Gallery #04-14/15 (in Marxx furniture store)
Open : 1 to 9pm weekdays, 11am to 10pm weekends
What : Fruit teas, alcohol teas, tea-flavoured gelato
Price : Tea sets cost $11 each, alcoholic teas cost $14

Emperor Love
Where : Esplanade Mall #02-06
Open : Noon to 9pm Sundays to Thursday, Noon to 10pm Fridays and Saturdays
What : Retail tea shop with 13 varieties of tea and 16 unique blends. Scones and desserts also available.
Price : From $8 per pot of tea

Tea Bone Zen Mind
Where : 38A Seah Street
Open : 11am to 7pm Mondays to Saturdays
What : 72 tea varieties and light bites
Price : From $10 for a serving of tea

TWG Tea Salon & Boutique
Where : 2 Orchard Turn, Ion Orchard #02-21 and Raffles Place, Republic Plaza #01-22
Open : Open daily in Ion Orchard and 8am to 8pm at Republic Plaza on weekdays
What : Home grown tea brand with 1000 blends and tea varieties
Price : A serving of tea costs $10.50

Tea Cosy
Where : 68 Orchard Road, Plaza Singapura #05-10
Open : 11am to 930pm Mondays to Thurs, 11am to 1030pm Fridays to Sundays
What : Black, green and non-caffeinated fruit tea
Price : From $3.50 for a cup of tea