Stir Broccoli & Mushroom in Brown Sauce.

Being a Broccoli lover, broccoli’s becomes a frequent dish in most of my meal especially when I cooked.
I never get bored of its taste, its just the best green veggie that really suits my taste bud : )
Last weekend, I tried being creative with this recipes and it turn out yummy, so I would like to share with you readers this humble recipe of mines. Enjoy!

Ingredients
1. {Fresh selection of Broccoli
2. {Mushroom (any type of mushroom will do)
3. {Chopped Garlic
4. {Brown Sauce – Mysury choice : Knorr Brand,which you can easily get from TESCO or GIANT.
5. {Half teaspoon of Granulated chicken stock - Mysury choice - Ayam Brand
6. {Salt
7. {Water

Directions
Cut and clean the broccoli according to your usual bite size Heat up oil and stir fry the garlic until it turn to golden brown Put in your mushroom and broccoli Add in some water & granulated chicken stock Take 3 table spoon of Brown sauce and mixed well with warm water before adding it to your veggie Add in some salt and let it simmer for a minute or 2. Your broccoli is ready to be served.

Quick Facts.

· Broccoli evolved from a wild cabbage plant on the continent of Europe. Indications point to the vegetable being known of 2,000 years ago. The first mention of the vegetable in the US was in 1806, when it was given the name green broccoli. Source from :

here

· Broccoli is usually boiled or steamed, but may be eaten raw and has become popular as a raw vegetable in hors-d’oeuvre trays. Although boiling has been shown to reduce the levels of suspected anticancer compounds in broccoli, other preparation methods such as steaming, microwaving, and stir-frying have not been shown to reduce the presence of these compounds. Source from : here

· Broccoli's noteworthy nutrients include vitamin C, vitamin A (mostly as beta-carotene), folic acid, calcium, and fiber. Broccoli is a fiber find. Not only is it a rich source, but half of its fiber is insoluble and half is soluble, helping to meet your needs for both types of fiber. Source from : here

· A compound found in broccoli and broccoli sprouts appears to be more effective than modern antibiotics against the bacteria which causes peptic ulcers. Source from : here

· Back in 1992, Johns Hopkins University pharmacology professor Paul Talalay and his colleagues showed that sulforaphane - a substance produced by the body from a compound in broccoli - could trigger the production of phase II enzymes. Phase II enzymes can detoxify cancer-causing chemicals and are among the most potent anti-cancer compounds known to man. Source from : here

· A different study showed that consumption of broccoli was strongly associated with a reduced risk of coronary heart disease death in postmenopausal women. Source from : here

· In yet another study conducted jointly with US and Chinese researchers (4), it was found that chemicals present in broccoli, cabbage, bok choy, and other cruciferous vegetables may protect against lung cancer.Source from : here

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Apron oh Apron...ooo!

Apron collection from Carolyns Kitchen Online, click here for more. They come with a matching glove. I like !

Apron collection from Bitsybear, click here for more. Interestingly its reversible too.This red polka dot apron collection is from Jessie Steele, click here for more of vintage inspired apron

Isn’t it just cute? If only every time we cook we can have an selection of apron to wear, cooking will be more interesting. I am pretty sure, Mr Husband will get distracted also as the wife is being all charming even while cooking in the kitchen. The last expected place for a woman to look pretty. Hehe.

But with this adorable apron I’m sure we can, they even have something hot for those who are more daring. Who knows they will join you in the kitchen to help as well…help with the dishes of coz wink *wink!

P.S: Mine was a present from my mum, a sweet pastel floral design apron which I love it to bits.

P.P.S : Malaysian people, come on take this idea to create your own apron business - the young and trendy housewife will be in line to purchase this kind of thing like " goreng pisang panas", if it is not for their own used, perhaps as a present to their mum, sister, frens, aunts and etc.

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My Chandelier Moments

Hi readers,

Ever since I start hunting for the perfect dining lighting for my house, chandelier with shades has always been the number 1 choice. Luckily my husband shares the same liking with me, so hunting for it has always been a fun activity to share. We want something simple, something pastel, something practical and something that can really suits the dining table and the green concept of our dining area I want all that we want but additional thing I want is dangling crystal drooping around it too…shhh….

Our hunting start from Jalan Pudu, Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Jalan Ampang, Kota Damansara and when we finally found the one that suits the desire and meet the budget : ) , it was in Uptown, PJ. Sorry reader I can’t remember the shop but if you go to uptown area, there is this one row of shops whish cater all sort of lighting and the shop that I choose to buy is kinda of smaller compare to others.

The best part is that this shop can customized the shades by material and colour. In fact when I bought my chandelier it did not come in shades, just the bulb resembling the candle design (it’s nice also without shades but I still want shades..hehe, oh ya the crystal substitutes was a glass, ahh dat will do ..hehe), so the seller make my day when he said ‘ dun worry, if u like the chandelier we can always put the shades on top with just a little extra charge’ so we agreed and a few days later here it is our chandelier , hanging majestically in our humble dining : )

Quick fact :

::A chandelier is a branched decorative ceiling-mounted light fixtures with two or more arms bearing lights. Chandeliers are often ornate, containing dozens of lamps and complex arrays of glass or crystal prisms to illuminate a room with refracted light.

::A chandelier shades is a quick trick to create a whole new look in your home, it comes in many colours, size, type and design. When buying one, make sure you decide on something practical i.e. something that can be easily wash to get rid of dust.

::Choose the right size of lamp shades for your lighting fixtures – get more tips from here

My secret wish: Someday when I have a daughter of my own, I wish that I can have her a chandelier with horse carousel …whoa! sumthing like in the pic, taken from here . Enjoy readers and have your own secret wish of chandelier!

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Better Homes & Garden - Nov 2009

Australia's No 1 award-winning home magazines

Month: Nov 2009
Price: RM 19.00
Where to purchase:
Borders or any other leading bookstore






Mysury Likes:

OUTDOORS ROOM – Talking about the modern garden concept which is an extension of the home from your living or dining area, totally brilliant idea as it create more space to merge between the two areas

OUTDOOR CRAFT – “Speed up the ageing process” create something old with your new item to have those rustic looks that add charms to your house.

TASTY CARROT – Carrot Ginger Bread recipes, a worth trying dish that combined sweetness and healthy ingredients.

BETTER YOU – This November 09 issue, teach you how to choose a tops and dress that suits your neckline, mine is definitely a V- neck to create that long and slander look and to trim the broad type face.

ANIMAL WISDOM – Cats and exercise telling how indoor cats need to utilized at least 30% of their energy with high level of activities to keep them fit and lean.

*Hurry, dun miss to grab yours : )

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Big Job ! Completed with a relieved.

Thank God, with his blessing and willing I've able to complete my first biggest job of this year.

My Client who appear to have the same middle name with me contacted me sumwhere in Jan 09, to plan for her wedding ceremony on the 4th July 2009. So sumwhere in Feb 09, we met at my place and start to discuss for about 3 hours on the list of thing that she wants, colour and theme, material and price.

Little that I know, this job comes with very high responsibility and pressure , yet alhamdullilah everything went well although there are few hiccups along the way. At the end of the day, the happy and smilling client leave me with great relieved and satisfaction.

"there's always a first time in everything" - this is an experienced than I will value for a very-very long time

Anyway here is the list of things that she ordered and hired from me :

1 Bunga Telur as Doorgift 3000 units
2 Bunga Pahar to be placed by the pelamin 100 units
3 Pomander Bouquet for the bridesmaid 10 units
4 Rossette 20 units
5 Hantaran's for Wedding 9 sets
6 Hantaran for Engagement 7 sets
7 Doorgift for Engagement 50 units

To My Dear Client , Thanks for trusting in me ; )


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LolliChocs

Went to Amcorp Mall this afternoon for lunch ( One of my fav. place to hang out, not just becoz my parents is selling at their flea market, but becoz of the uniqueness of the place, varied item which is not typical with other place can be obtained at a very reasonable price, easy parking and good choice of food) a'way, I spotted a stall which is selling decorated chocolate and I must say I'm impress with the whole idea of decorated chocolate, sumthing like the colourful cupcakes only now the based is chocolate. So I stop by at their place, ask a few question and bought one coz i just cud't resist the design and of coz to taste it : )

SUREA CHOCOLATE : http://chocolateconnection.webs.com/lollichocs.htm

-I think we are still lacking this type of business in Malaysia

-Proud to see the 2 young ladies handling their business, must be home based I guess

-I love their packaging, neat and tidy

-They do take large order as doorgift for wedding or baby shower

-They take orders for hantaran gift too

-Love their creativity playing with different colours and design

-Price range from RM 2.50 - RM 4 each depending on size.

-The most captivating type is the lollipop style which is they called it as lollichocs.

-Taste Great also!

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Pomander

Totally madly in lurve with this beautiful flower ball or modernly known as pomander bouquet

:: How I wish every lady in the street will carry this along with them instead of handbags ( sorry dun get me wrong, I’m a big fan of handbag too and can never get enaf of them) but the image of a women walking down the street with sweet floral dress and swinging this pomander around with her is simply adorable..ahaks! I lurve the power of imagination..

:: Its DIY, all you need is stack of flower, ribbon, beads or other matching details and foam or polystyrene ball. Insert ribbon in the middle of the base, stick up the flower to the base ( make sure you cut the flower stem according to the length that you want) , mix and match your creative touch and there you go, ready to swing your ball.

:: If you buy this in any floral shop or gift shop the price is quite expensive merely becoz the quality and type of flower being used, high quality flower and matching details like crystal tassel, pearl beads, silk ribbon and etc will definitely contribute to higher cost, plus theirs skills and workmanship need to be paid too.

:: Pomander bouquet is usually spotted in wedding ceremony, carried by the flower girl or dayang2 ( the malay term) to create that romantic and warm atmosphere. It can also be used as decoration item for your bedroom, bathroom (with scented flower), hallway or even staircase. I place it down my classic wall clock : )

:: A customer of mine ordered 10 units of pomander bouquet for her wedding…and I must say I’m enjoying every bit of involvement in it : ))

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I'm still around : )

Hi readers!

Sorry that I've been silent for quite sumtimes..many things has happen be it good or not so good things but life goes on...a'way here I am trying to tell you that I'm still very much alive and thanking God for each day that I'm facing : )

A'way I've been cleaning my so called personal collection images from the web and found this pictures that I've been meaning to post, but I just can't remember the original site that I save it from..but definitely it comes from a muslim wedding site in the middle east...what capture my interest is the way the "tudung" is being used..nice...so enjoy and take sum idea from it okay!

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