Pretty Red Lanterns

Christmas we see Santa Claus and Christmas trees. Deepavali we see Kolam. Hari Raya we see ketupat.

Chinese New Year? Lanterns! And this fellow (Chinese Santa Claus? hah..hah...). Well he is better than Santa Claus because he brings prosperity!

I passed by ESH and they are having some special promos for the festive season.

When I went for lunch at my roast duck place, I saw that they put up these pretty red lanterns.

Lunch was not so pretty.

The duck was dry. So was the char siew. At least the siew yoke was moist and fatty with crispy skin. The Kopi C was the star here. I wish that they were consistent with the quality of the meats they serve.

I like the two big lanterns outside Rice & Pot Empire. I have not returned after more than one lackluster experience.

Back at The Starling, I saw these pretty lanterns.

This Fish With You mascot is taking on the role of Prosperity God (the hat). What big lips you have!

At SSF there were loads of CNY decorations.

When I was a child, I felt envious seeing my uncle's house all nicely decorated for CNY.

So when I went home (I lived with my grandparents at the time), I took a marker pen and drew designs on the front door.

My grandpa almost fainted.

At Ke Ren Lai, I spotted two small lanterns.

Meanwhile, at Red Kettle, the decorations were simple yet elegant.

The manager, Mr Yap, handled the decorations himself. Hmmm... the man has artistic talent.

I have none. That's why I became an accountant.

This mirror is his favorite piece. My photo does not do justice to this creation. Simple, understated and elegant is what I like.

You can check Red Kettle's Chinese New Year specials here.

Their neighbor, Two Sons Bistro, decorated with red lanterns.

At the basement,  Obba Jjajang, was doing brisk business. It's best for me to wait for the excitement to die down first before I come over.