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Review: Insta-Worthy Floral Decors at Cafe De Nicole's Flower

Wednesday, December 04, 2019


Being lovers of (good) coffee, flowers and pretty decors, Cafe de Nicole's Flower Cafe instantly caught our attention with all of these elements combined.   

You could tell that the owner put a lot of thoughts into decorating the floral cafe, with dainty, intricate decorations placed into every nook and cranny of the place.

One plus point -- they're pet-friendly! Patrons get to bring their furballs and chill at the alfresco area.


We went on a Tuesday afternoon (4pm), thankfully the cafe wasn't too packed. Only 3-4 tables were occupied, and a couple with their lovely golden retriever at the alfresco area. 

Cafe Decor - 8/10


Everywhere was beautifully decorated with Christmas ornaments (December, yay!) and fairy lights.
We couldn't choose our favourite photo spot, the entire place was just too dreamy!


Food - 7.5/10

 One thing about pretty cafes I've always been skeptical is their food!

So far, there's been lots of hits and misses for the aesthetically gorgeous cafes I've been to.

The food at Cafe De Nicole's Flower looked really promising and reviews were pretty decent by Burpplers on the app, so we decided to order their recommended dishes - Truffle & Mushroom Ravioli and their signature fluffy original Pancakes, served with maple syrup.



 Truffle and Mushroom Ravioli


  Original Signature Pancakes




We really enjoyed the Truffle & Mushroom Ravioli loads. The combination of truffle and cream was heavenly, the dish was finished within 10 minutes! 

The portions were generous (except for the Ravioli) and we were pretty full after these two main dishes!

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As for the beverages, we didn't go with the reviewers' recommendations.
Some of them reviewed that the floral lattes were a little sweet, so we decided to skip the fancy drinks.

One bad coffee has the possibility to ruin our day (legit yes lol - coffee lovers can probably relate to this) so we opted for our usual coffee orders -- Flat White & Mocha.


Iced Mocha




Thankfully they didn't compromise on the aesthetic of the "normal" drinks.
Our coffee came with a dried flower and the milk was served in an old-school glass bottle. Cute!


Verdict
Cafe De Nicole is one of those (rare) cafes that managed to nail both interior aesthetic and food quality. Sure, the price factor may not be too appealing but don't let it warrant your first visit here!

For us, a one-time visit is probably enough. We loved our food, drinks and time here, we may or may not head back again since it's kinda out of the way.





Where to find:

Cafe De Nicole's Flower
Address: 224 Telok Kurau Rd, #01-01, Singapore 423836

Cost: ~$25/pax

Conversations with Daddy

Wednesday, December 04, 2019

Everyone in the world is mourning over the loss of Godfrey Gao.

The first Asian model to appear in a Louis Vuitton ad. The voice of Toy Story.

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Perhaps people start to notice of such achievements only when one has passed on.
I'd totally get how his family members, loved ones and friends are feeling right now.

Shock. Grief. Pain.

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And while the world weeps, at the end of the little red dot island - here I am, still grief-stricken over the loss of Papa.

Papa is my all-time superhero, the first man I've ever loved. He has achieved so much - from juggling a full-time job, 2 children and a wife to take care of, and yet, he continuously still set aside time to go for language classes to learn Japanese.

I only knew this from my aunts a few months ago. I'm in awe of you, Papa. Your daughter here wouldn't have the energy to do the same.

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Every time I step foot into the living room, a wave of sadness hits me. Literally every time. I could just visualise you sitting at the chair, watching TV while having dinner, and asking me, "Girl, you come home so late ah?"

I miss that terribly. And now, I am filled with regrets that I didn't get to cherish these moments.


Life can just end abruptly just like that - without any warning.

It's been 6 months, Pa. 


6 bloody months, and this wound still fucking hurts. Everything reminds me of you, and every photo of you rips this wound apart. There's no space to heal at all.


Perhaps there wasn't any closure provided in the first place. My mind keeps playing back to the very day the call was made, and how your blood pressure plummeted right in front of us. These awful events keep playing and playing. Why can't I stop these tears at night?

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Sometimes, the conversations we have had keep replaying in my mind.

My favourite conversation must be - you telling me the goodness of God, and I'd brush you off and say I'm the devil.

And you'd always say, "The Devil will not be allowed in this house! God will never allow."


Funny how you'd play along with what I say. Sometimes, it almost feels like you really did believe that I'm the devil. Sadly, the truth is, a part of me feels like it too.

Yet I tell myself that, if I really was, will I not see you and be reunited with you when I pass on?

For you'd be in Heaven, holding the hands of God's and I'd be condemned to Hell.

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I tried going to church - the very one that you go diligently every Sunday without fail. You were full of praises for the Pastor and his word. I knew I could feel something because I was left sobbing uncontrollably at the end of every session.

I felt so broken, yet comforted at the same time.
I missed you so much, but I knew you were in good hands.
I was lost, yet found at the same time.

Yet, I hated the feeling. I was confused.


I walked out of church telling myself I'd find my way back to God, someday. 


Perhaps that "someday"will come. I know you're looking forward to that day, because I am, too.



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