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| Christmas with Alvin and The Chipmunks! Posted: 08 Dec 2011 05:30 PM PST 
Ah who can forget this festive and catchy tune by Alvin and the Chipmunks? I still remember watching the show a few years back and this song just simply could not leave my mind! I found myself humming to it day and night, even in my sleep.
Colourful selection of cakes Last week, we went to Cinnamon Coffee House in One World Hotel to be infused with a Christmas-sy atmosphere. The Chipmunks Christmas song was playing in the background, huge Christmas trees donned the lobby, boxes of Christmas presents were laid on the table and Alvin, Simon and Theodore were spotted having a blast with the kids. If I didn’t know better, I’d think that Christmas was here already.
Christmas spread We were actually there to sample the Christmas buffet, and to spend some time with the adorable kids from House of Joy. Earlier, the children hung up their Christmas wishes on a 20-feet tall Christmas tree in conjunction with the hotel’s Grant-A-Wish programme. They were also given individual Christmas presents by the hotel staff, just before they sank their teeth into one of the most comprehensive buffet spread offered. Of course, the line at the ice-cream counter was especially long.
Whole roasted Turkey with vegetables Meanwhile, let’s take a look at what the buffet spread is offering for this year’s Christmas. As usual Turkey was on the table, ready to be carved upon request. Since I am not a big fan of turkey, I opted for the carving of the day, which turned out to be Beef! And my gosh it was good! It was done medium rare, with the insides still pink but not bloody, and pleasantly tender. I have to say I’m pretty impressed to get such good quality beef in a buffet spread.
Beef
Beef done right! The selection of seafood included prawns, mussels and fresh oysters. But what was more interesting was the sashimi. The salmon sashimi was pretty fresh and bouncy, just like those you can find from decent Japanese restaurants.
Fresh seafood For appetizers, there were the usual cold salads, cheese platter and a variety of nuts for topping.
Cold Platter selection
Assorted nuts and Salad bowl
Imported cheese Another of my favourite dish was from the Pasta station. It’s not secret that I adore pasta so when I saw the selection available, I had to refrain my over-ordering. I settled for the black Squid Ink pasta, and requested for it to be cooked Carbonara style. To be honest I was a little wary with how the pasta would turn out, because squid ink pasta could be quite tricky to cook. If it’s not done right, iIt could easily end up having a strong fishy smell.
Pasta station with assorted sauce Thankfully, the I was not disappointed. The Carbonara Squid Ink spaghetti was actually pretty good. It was smooth and not overly creamy, with slices of ham and mushrooms mixed within.
Creamy squid ink carbonara pasta Last but not least, desserts! The dessert spread here has got to be one of the most extensive one, ranging from the chocolate fountain with assorted skewers, to teppanyaki ice-cream, crepes, Malay kuih, tarts, pastries, pudding and lots and lots of cakes! It was impossible to taste all of them without getting sugar-high.
Mango pudding & Tiramisu
White Christmas cake
Spiced date cake – recommended!
Christmas Yule Log
Raisin bread
Mini Swiss roll
Assorted mini red velvet, chocolate cake and tarts Apart from those listed here, Cinnamon Coffee House also prides itself with its famous Nasi Briyani. If you’re here, don’t miss out on the satay too, it was most flavourful and tender, you’d be surprised. Look at how happy the kids were, eagerly anticipating their dinner accompanied by balloons.
Children from House of Joy
Give a gift of smile
Alvin and the Chipmunks While enjoying dinner, we were also entertained by the cute chipmunks who were busy taking pictures with kids and adults alike. They’re simply too cuddly and adorable to resist!
Bubbles up in the air
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