Why Use Induction Hob?

We had been using normal gas hob with piped gas for over a decade before we had our renovations. We do not cook ourselves, except for the really occasional instant noodles or simple omelette and the hob was mostly used by our helper instead. I can still remember having to remind her on a few occasions to turn the fire off after smelling burnt food, or even gas when the flame got blown off. Kind of scary when we recall now. So now that we are using induction hob, let us tell you why it is good.

Learning what are the right crockeries to use for our new hob. 

No Open Flame

This would be the most obvious reason. One may have kids running around the house, or open windows that may cause a flame to get blown out, or even gas leakage. Relying on electricity, an induction hob would undoubtedly be much safer to use for cooking as compared to open fire cooking.

Built-in Safety Features

Most induction hobs would have safety features such as auto power cut-off should it overheat. I have not heard of gas hobs turning off gas automatically though. So yup, its obviously better in that sense. Also, the Brandt Induction Hob (BPI6230BL) with 2-Zone cooking that we are using now, comes with child lock, pan detection ensuring only the right cooking wares are used and residual heat indicators so that you know when the surface is hot even after cooking!

So sleek... All touch control and there is also a child-lock function.

Cleaning / Aesthetics 

It looks just like a piece of glass over your kitchen counter and you only need to clean it like what you do with a piece of glass! Just some glass cleaning solution and it would look as good as new! Imagine how much cleaning you need to do to get your gas hob looking clean? 

These days, you can probably get a decent portable Chine-made induction cooker for a steal but it can never be compared to the well-engineered Brandt induction hob that sits perfectly flushed on your kitchen top. Looks, functionality and safety are all taken care off. 

Definitely looking much cooler than my old gas hob and so much easier to maintain!

This post is a review collaboration between The "Perfect" Father & Brandt but all photos and views belongs solely ours. 

Brandt Pyrolytic Oven and Combi Microwave 

Brandt Front Load Washing Machine and Front Load Dryer
Brandt Built-In Extractor Hood 
Brandt In-Home Product Demonstration 

The Phantom Of The Opera

[Media Invite]

I am pretty sure you would have noticed all the posters and publicity on the return of The Phantom Of The Opera to our shores after a long 6 years since the last time it played here. I had received so many messages from friends and readers who exclaimed how they missed the musical and were looking forward to catching it again with their loved ones. The musical sure left very lasting impressions to those who have watched it and all left rave reviews!

I would always try to include the whole family when opportunities of attending any musical comes along, especially for such internationally acclaimed musical that even yours truly (mountain tortoise) had yet to watch too! After all, the reason for my blogging is to expose all the kiddos to as much as this old man can afford to. 

Truth be told, the musical would be perfect for a date night out with loved ones but not exactly that suitable for younger audience. I googled before the musical to find out if it would be suitable for them and some said that certain scenes may be a little frightening for young children. For my case though, it was not just not exciting enough for the kiddos with the exception of little Louie!

I didn't manage to get backstage but a good friend did. Look at all the details in the props!

I for one was wowed by the majestic set and the attention to detail for the different scenes. I get the "chills" too, hearing the duets by the Phantom (Jonathan Roxmouth) and Christine (Meghan Picerno) and not forgetting Raoul (Matt Leisy) as well. This musical should be watched at least once in a lifetime and now is the best time since it is here in Singapore. Although as an uninitiated first time audience, I would probably do better if I read up more prior to watching it. 

They even got an elephant on stage. (photo credit: Base Entertainment Asia)

Christine in the Phantom's lair. (photo credit: Base Entertainment Asia)

Getting all ready to watch the show!

Louie was simply fascinated by the entire production and never once did his eyes stray from the stage! Although I cannot say the same for the rest of his siblings, who enjoyed the more light-hearted and relatable musical such as The Lion King and Beauty and The Beast more I guess. Thank you so much Base Entertainment Asia for giving us the opportunity to experience this great musical for ourselves and on its gala night no less!

Useful Information

Performance Times (now till 08 Jun 2019):

Tuesday - Friday: 8.00pm
Saturday: 2pm and 8.00pm
Sunday: 1pm and 6pm

Ticket Bookings:
Internet - www.MarinaBaySands.com/ticketing or SISTIC website.
Phone - +65 6688 8826
In Person - Marina Bay Sands Box Offices (Museum, Theatres, SkyPark, Retail Mall and Hotel Tower 1 Lobby). For more information please log onto - www.MarinaBaySands.com/ticketing