We celebrated Aunty Margaret's birthday at Allson hotel on Sunday. She was all dolled up and looking very beautiful and elegant. We felt a little pai seh cos we were the only non-relatives guests...... we even sat at the main table with her........and Tom had the honour of sitting beside the birthday girl! We felt awkward at first but they were really nice and fun to be with so after a while , we started to be more relaxed! In fact, tommy was so at ease that he called Aunty Margaret "mother" accidentally...... boy was he embarrassed......... the thought of it makes me chuckle as I typed.......keke!

Abelle the "Chio Bu" flew in all the way from England to Singapore with her handsome son and Loving Hb to celebrate her mommy's birthday. So sweet ya? I could tell that Aunty Margaret was equally glad and excited to see them. She really dotes on little Maxime. Maxime was the star of the night cos he's so adorable and cheery! Everyone wanted to carry him but he only allowed his parents to come near him.......clever boy! We couldn't resist cam-whoring.......so took lots of pics........ it's like the gathering of the DNN........ don't we look hot....hey, we are all mamas ok! (not telling you what DNN means......only we know, ya ladies??).

I was so happy to see my BF Ale. She looks the same, sexy and sweet! She got me a pink pen as a birthday gift (see below for pic!). And I love it......... she reckoned that I would need a pen since I started work........ I told her the kind of pen I used are those found in Popular...the one she gave me....... is for signing cheque! She is such a dear.

Joash ate a lot that night....almost every dish except the spicy fish.......... his fave was the chicken wing......and he nearly choked on a bone....... gave us such a fright! We liked the food too....see below for pics of our scrumptious dinner!

FU LIN MEN RESTAURANT (ALLSON HOTEL)

Ambience and Service: The restaurant was simple and cosy. I like their service but some of the waiters seems a little "tiko" cos they were like flirting and teasing us (the 3 of us!)....... siao....... can't they see we're with our hubbies and sons?? Maybe we're too noisy...hee........ caught their attention la!

THE FOOD

1) Lobster Cold Dish : The lobster flesh were soft and nice with the salad cream. I like the crispy yam roll most. There were also escargots which Aunty Margaret thot was venison! She nearly puked when Kenny the handsome (Abelle thinks he's hot!) Manager told her it's snails....haha! 7/10

2) Pumpkin, Sharkfins & Seafood Soup: This was the bestest sharkfins soup I had ever drank! The broth was sweet and creamy. There were lots of seafood (crabs and scallops) and the sharkfins were visible ( many don't!). I want more ...... please? 10/10

3) Cornflakes Prawns and Stir fried Prawns in Superior Stock: I love prawns and these were yummy! They were big, fresh and juicy........ hmmm....yummy! 9/10

4) Nyonya Style fried Garoupa: The fish was fresh, sweet and spicy. Very appetising. 8/10

5) Fish Maw, Mushroom & Spinach in Oyster Sauce: This was Tommy's fave. He liked the chewy fish maw. I was quite surprised that my dear Joash likes the vegetables....he ate lots of it! I thot it was ok. 7/10

6) Fried Chicken with Garlic and Salt: Joash's fave dish of the night. He loves to chew and suck on the wing that Aunty Margaret gave him...... so much so that he even swallowed part of the bone! I like the deep fried garlic ...... it went well with the chicken. 8/10

7) Fried Longevity Noodles with Shredded Chicken and Eggs: The noodles were "Q" and there were lots of shredded chicken in it. 7/10

8) Yam Paste: We were so full but once we took a bite into the soft and creamy yam paste, we couldn't resist finishing it! It tasted different from the usual ones. This has more cream and coconut and the pandan smell was stronger. Ale liked this yam paste a lot. 9/10

We also had a delicious cake from the Patissier. It has a really long name: White Chocolate Fudge and Dark Chocolate Sponge with Rum-filled Raisins......... haha! Tommy loved the rum!

Overall, we had an enjoyable time at the restaurant....good food and great company....what more can we ask for!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY AUNTY MARGARET! AND YES....... YOU DON'T LOOK YOUR AGE....... YOU LOOK YOUNGER! THANKS FOR THE WONDERFUL DINNER.

Below are pics of Ale's Gift to me and Balloons that Ken had made:

THANKS ALE FOR THIS LOVELY PINK PEN!