Weekend East, 31 May 1996
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Weekend East
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Title Section16 1996-05-31 1 WEEKEND east YOUR WEEKLY FAMILY NEWSPAPER MITA (P) 073/10/95 Vol 11 No. 21 Friday, May 31,199616 words
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NEWS
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Article478 1996-05-31 2 RESTAURANTS in the Siglap area are booming and some customers have to wait as long as two hours to get a table. They can expect to serve 150 to 280 customers on week days and up to 900 on weekends. One restaurant, Lemongrass478 words
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Article, Illustration102 1996-05-31 2 WOULD you call it an auspicious day, a practical joke or an oversight? A recent press report on the 400-day countdown to Hong Kong’s handover stated that Hongkong reverts to Chinese rule after midnight on June 31 next year.” Which might be a102 words
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Article52 1996-05-31 2 NURSES are conducting a month-long telephone survey on high blood pressure. The Singapore National Heart Association survey aims to determine the needs and problems faced by high blood pressure sufThose who wish to take part can call a toll-free hotline at 1800 840-8585, from 9 am to52 words
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Article, Illustration253 1996-05-31 4 JOYCE PAUL - He scores A on the pitch not in English By JOYCE PAUL BRAZILIAN striker Marco Antonio may not score well when it comes to the English language, but he certainly does with goals. The Tarnpines Rovers player proved that language was no barrier for him by scoring a total of253 words
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Article, Illustration223 1996-05-31 4 COACH Hussein Aljunied (above) would be a happy man if his team was placed fifth at the end of the first series. The Tampines Rovers coach was upset to find his team pushed to the bottom of the scale when223 words
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Article, Illustration453 1996-05-31 5 BALVINDER; SANDHU - Accidents involving children highlight need for primary schools to teach pupils road safety By BALVINDER SANDHU JUST a couple of weeks ago, a student was hit by a car as she was crossing Farrer Road outside her school. Such accidents show the need for453 words
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Article, Illustration733 1996-05-31 7 SHIR-KHIM GO - By SHIR-KHIM GO SHE is 37 years old and wears braces. For that, Sue Huang, who runs a bake shop at Raffles Place, gets stares from strangers. “At first I felt so awkward but now, I just smile at them and let them have a better733 words
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Article, Illustration721 1996-05-31 10 CHEN YU-LIAN - DR MIRIAM STOPPARD: By CHEN YU-LIAN PARENTS must avoid the kiasu syndrome when it comes to bringing up their children. “Beware of becoming kiasu parents it’s not good for the kids,” says a prominent British specialist on pregnancy and child care, Dr Miriam Stoppard. Speaking721 words
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316 1996-05-31 10 HERE’S what a teacher and parent say... Montessori preschool teacher Ms Genevieve Lim thinks many Singapore parents are too pushy when it comes to their children’s academic performance. Said Ms Lim: “I’ve come across parents who insist that their children be given work316 words
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Advertisement590 1996-05-31 2 MOTOGARD MOTOGARD SERVICE CENTRE PTE LTD Blk 9006, Tampines St. 93, #Ol-212, Singapore *****0 (off Tampines Ave 1— Behind SAFRA) Tel: 783 2332 Fax: 781 6702 CAB SERVICE AS EASY AS A PHONE CALL We provide FREE vehicle collection and return service for any car servicing package $6B and beyond590 words
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Advertisement224 1996-05-31 3 *5 Vt t me aw sure s these school holidays with your family Whatever you regard as fun and leisure is probably here in Leisure Park all in one place Get your kids amused while you shop at your own pace. Send them to roller skate or ice skate. Or224 words
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Advertisement259 1996-05-31 4 RAINBO Road 80 Marine Parade #BI -149 Parkway Parade Singapore *****9 Tel: 345 7777 HONG KONG SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT 4 Days Hong Kong Free Easy fr $838.00 5 Days Hong Kong/ Macau fr $1238.00 or Shenzhen *Hotel accommodation can be special arranged CHINA TOURS 5 Days Beijing fr $llBB.OO 6 Days259 words
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Advertisement168 1996-05-31 4 Every Friday 79,000 copies Distributed free with The Straits Times 82 Genting Lane, News Centre, Level 2. Singapore *****7 News Desk 740-1214/1199/1200 Marketing 740-1151/2 mm v ,o < a tcs Dls «a* ea \e& 2nd Hand q- Polluted Environm®* 4 re tte Smoke? VESljpteffi You can have Clean, Fresh Air168 words
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Advertisement84 1996-05-31 4 fTJte Casts/de ffiealth Centre PROVIDES MASSAGE BY PROFESSIONAL CHARMING MASSEUSES For room service rate, the room comes with attached bathroom Karaoke systems. Steambath facilities are available too. V 45 mins $35 HCtt 1 hr (rm service) $6O flGtt Call: 742 2222 SWEDISH MASSAGE THAI MASSAGE FINGER PRESS FOOT REFLEXOLOGY AVAILABLE84 words
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Advertisement212 1996-05-31 5 Shine Health Body Centre Foot Reflexology -Sl3 Body Massage $3O Skin Care Facial $3O You can be assured that you are in good hands of our professional masseuses. After a stressful day, come to us and regain the glow of health. Especially for relieve of Backaches Headaches Shoulderaches for men212 words
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GOINGPLACES
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Article, Illustration513 1996-05-31 6 GERALDINE WANG - Sydney plays host to games in year 2000, also home to the Opera House, The Rocks DESTINATION... ...AUSTRALIA By GERALDINE WANG AUSTRALIA’S oldest city is also a major tourist destination, home to the world’s most famous opera house, and host to the 2000 Olympic games. But just over513 words
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Advertisement129 1996-05-31 7 > fe/v4‘ if DE-DEN BEAUTY SPECIAUST CENTRE FREE CONSULTATION Please call 443 1504 Before treatment Intensive After treatment 7 Days) Renewal Treatment Effective Treatment: Freckle Pigmentation Skin Pimple Scars Uneven Skin Colour Dehydrated Wrinkle Skin Aging Spots Loose Skin Scars Marks Dark Spots Open Pores Immediate Result Result oriented and129 words
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Advertisement167 1996-05-31 7 WHERE TO GET YOUR BRACES FIXED 24HRS TOWING *****70 ON SITE SVC *****91 SPECIALISE IN: Insurance Claim Advice FREE! Windscreen Replacement, Chip or Crack Repair Accident Repair, Panel Beating, Spraypainting Undercarriage Rustproofing Engine Repair. Top/Major Overhaul OTHERS: Service Maintenance, Corrective Repairs Electronic Engine Tuning, Fuel Injection Analysis Car Polish, Wash167 words
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KORDEL’S HEALTH COLUMN
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Article191 1996-05-31 8 MY FRIENDS say I am skinny although I feel healthy. How can I increase my weight from the present 45.4 kg? I also suffer from severe headaches before and after my period. My menstrual cycle is short (two to three days) and irregular. I am 31191 words
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Article146 1996-05-31 8 TINY veins are showing up on my legs and they are especially obvious since I am fairskinned. I am so conscious of them that I dare not wear shorts. What’s causing this problem? I am 28 and single. CHERLIE TUASON Tampines St 12 The walls of146 words
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Article243 1996-05-31 8 I AM a 15-year-old who feels tired most of the time, even after eight hours of sleep every day. I look pale and have dark rings around my eyes. ROSALIE CHAN Ubi Ave 1 The teenage years are an important period for growth and development, so it243 words
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Article116 1996-05-31 8 I SUFFER from a condition called “lazy” eye. It has recently been brought to my attention that if left untreated, I would eventually go blind. Would eye surgery solve the problem? If not, what other options do I have? AUDREY TAN Pasir Ris St 51 Our116 words
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Article197 1996-05-31 8 I AM 49 years old and have been experiencing pain in my knees, especially when climbing up and down the stairs. I have been told by doctors that this is due to the knee cartilage wearing off. My doctors do not think an operation is necessary and I197 words
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Advertisement187 1996-05-31 8 Are you getting the full natural benefits of Ginkgo? Kordel's Ginkgo 2500 Plus is made from standardised extracts which contain all the essential active ingredients. Standardised extracts are processed in a laboratory under strict quality control ensuring quality, safety and efficacy. Thus guaranteeing a high degree of purity and a187 words
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Advertisement79 1996-05-31 8 Ask a question and get a $5O hamper GOT a health problem or a nutrition query? Please confine your queries to nutrition-related problems. Fax your question to *****22. Or, write to: Mr Shailer Cottier, Kordel’s Health Column, WEEKENDeast, Level 2 News Centre, 82, Genting Lane, Singapore *****7. A Kordel hamper79 words
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WEEKLY UPDATE
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Article, Illustration313 1996-05-31 9 DRAMA “Wurre Wurre Classics” June 4,12.45 pm. Change Alley. Free admission. Be entertained by improvisational acts and theatrical performances by this streetwise duo from Belgium. They will also amuse and surprise the crowd at selected spots in the alley. “Escape of Croaker and Buzzer” June 10313 words
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Advertisement136 1996-05-31 9 LEARN TO GIVE CARING TOUCH TO SOMEONE THROUGH MASSAGE BUDDY MASSAGE -an 8 hour innovative and practical technique for use in the office, home or at the beach. Can be done fully clothed. BASIC MASSAGE -learn to give a full body massage in 16 hours. Takes the student with no136 words
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Advertisement403 1996-05-31 9 BEDOK CENTRE ELECTRICAL BLK 214 Bedok Town Centre #Ol-163 Tel: *****32/3 PIONEER X-P36OS 100 W 3-way “Kazze” Linear Power speaker system Slot-in CD player 70W 70W power output (RMS) 4 functions Full remote control Surround speaker output 9-band spectrum analyzer 2-step P. Bass One-touch karaoke Mic input 3-position sound field403 words
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Advertisement139 1996-05-31 10 BUD BUD BIS BUD BUD BIS BIS 013 BIS 513 BUD EUD EUD BIS BUD BUD LATEST CRAZE IN TOWN DON'T MISS THE BOAT!! H» JUST ARRIVED!!! HIGH QUALITY NON-SLIP SYNTHETIC SILK (NORMAL FRINGES/HANDKNOTTED FRINGES) AVAILABLE IN VARIOUS SIZES, DESIGNS COLOURS. PRICES 5 $25 $125 ALL KINDS OF CARPETS RUGS139 words
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Advertisement15 1996-05-31 10 GLOBAL CARE REFLEXOLOGY SPECIALIST j (Rwo Shur Health Method) Blood Grculcrfon Kemove Congestion v*vAV/ V//*VAVAV*VMV,V<.15 words
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Advertisement651 1996-05-31 11 For the next few weeks the Tampines shy will be brighter than the rest of Singapore Celebration with stars plus fun and games on our first anniversary TAMPINES MART PARTY WEEKENDS WITH THE STARS 19/5 (Sun) 1.30 pm Mobile Music 2.00 pm Balloon Sculpturing 2.30 pm CaoJianPing 2.45 pm Games651 words
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Advertisement437 1996-05-31 12/13 r. p T I K N A K S T O o G D S G P E L A I E CONFIDENCE EXTRA SAVINGS Offers valid at Cold Storage Bedok/ Tampines/Katong/Siglap with these coupons. Coupons cannot be accumulated for a single purchase. Valid only from 31 May to 13437 words
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Article, Illustration565 1996-05-31 14 REGINALD FTTZ - By REGINALD FTTZ “I WAS chained and caged like a mad dog for 13 hellish years. I lived in total darkness and thought I would die without ever seeing the sun again!” Those are the moving words of farmer Jose Silva, 42, who565 words
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Article, Illustration134 1996-05-31 14 What is a salamanderfish? v k t aumwiiiu wft art s^pnge^ u "t ibtx^ 1 Surprisingly,, pool of water tmy t^d" they fadwa mad and wait bi a were a mystery for years. Where did they come font and who* did they go? Fmally. au Ohio State Unrveisity zoologist134 words
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Advertisement284 1996-05-31 14 o BIGOT SHOP AT 914 East Coast Rood Dorian Centre *Ol-03 Singapore *****6 Tet 244 4270 (Opposite Junction of Siglop Centre) Business Hours Daily. 10.00 am to 10.00 pm STORE WIDE SALES Range From 5% To 15% Off From 24fh May 1996 to 30th June 1996 We Sefl: Chemical For284 words
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Page 15 Miscellaneous
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Miscellaneous311 1996-05-31 15 CABLEEAST Picks of the week (may 31 june s) DISCOVERY DIVINE MAGIC: THE RESTLESS DEAD Tomorrow, 9 pm THIS series kicks off with a haunting account of ghosts ranging from ancient Japanese spirits to Casper, and those in “Hamlet” and “A Christmas Carol”. This episode examines the cross-cultural and worldwide311 words
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FILM
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Article, Illustration440 1996-05-31 16 GERALDINE WANG - Julia Roberts and John Malkovich fail to hit it off in ‘Mary Reilly’ By GERALDINE WANG WATCHING this film brings back memories of another recent classic remake “The Scarlet Letter”. In both “Mary Reilly” and Demi Moore’s “Letter”, the lead actresses have more face value than screen presence,440 words
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Advertisement471 1996-05-31 16 Solve Your Clothes Drying Problems t~~E~ 33 Fold up for use. Fold down against wall when not in use. Suitable for houses, condos and maisonettes. Rust-proof. m EZZI SLIDE I (In-and-out application) Hang laundry OUT of your window.l Slide IN and push UP to the ceilingj Six rust-proof rods with471 words
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WEEKENDFOOD
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Article, Illustration101 1996-05-31 17 SAY cheers to America’s Independence Day with steak and red wine. To celebrate the occasion, which falls on July 4, Trader Vic’s at Hotel New Otani Singapore is serving prime American ribeye steak cooked in a Chinese smoke oven to seal in its natural juices. The101 words
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Article88 1996-05-31 17 CELEBRATE Vesak Day today by going vegetarian. The House of Blossoms at Marina Mandarin Singapore is marking the Buddhist festival with its special vegetarian set meals. Its lunch menu includes bean curd broth, sauteed asparagus with fungus, deep-fried yam puff and bean curd, braised noodles with golden88 words
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Article, Illustration80 1996-05-31 17 THIS selection of Hungarian dishes will make you hunger for more. Tivoli at the Amara Hotel will be featuring the exotic fare for its international lunch and dinner buffet next month. Hungarian favourites to savour include goulash soup, paprika chicken, stuffed pork with cabbage kolozsvar beef80 words
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Article, Illustration488 1996-05-31 18 GERALDINE WANG - Muslims can now tuck into steak, barbecued ribs and even tiramisu By GERALDINE WANG THE next time you feel like a halal steak, don’t head for the Causeway, but Joo Chiat Road. Two-week-old Halal Joe’s Grill is where you can get not just steak,488 words
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Article, Illustration639 1996-05-31 19 LEE GEOK BOI - Try tasty East-West fare of spicy mushroom soup with chilli bits to teriyaki chicken salad with kaffir lime leaves By LEE GEOK BOI YOU can bring a date or dine with friends without making too huge a hole in your pocket at this trendy639 words
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Article, Illustration445 1996-05-31 20 GERALDINE; WANG - New Katong restaurant offers French and Vietnamese dishes By GERALDINE WANG IT’S like eating at two restaurants at the same time. Touted as a place where East meets West, Bistro Chez Moi (French for “My Place”) offers both French and Vietnamese dishes. Renovated to the445 words
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Advertisement113 1996-05-31 17 1 40 at per pax min. 2 parson*) Menu braised superior riiaik’s fin w/lobster in daypot, ‘soon hock’ fish, goose meats, scallops, bean curd crust dessert. Usual Price $6BB Now: $338 for 10 persons or $33.80 per pax (min. 4 persons) Menu suckling pig, shark’s fin soup, steamed live lobster,113 words
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Advertisement161 1996-05-31 17 I mm M—%Q ez M BISTRO CHEZ MOI FRENCH AND VIETNAMESE CUISINE "1 .7, rmm ■JM Jja From the Mekong comes classics like marinne beef sashimi style, sugarcane prawn, spring roll, concord chicken rice, beef noodles, soft-shell crab, steam/ fried crepe, yum yum soup, garlic calemaries/wings, crab noodles, pan fried161 words
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Advertisement168 1996-05-31 18 PRATA GOODNESS!! Originated in the 60s. Enjoyed in the 90s Janatul Jalan Kayu it all started in the along Jalan Kayu. A savoury tradition continued by the master's grandson at Bedok. As crispy and satisfying as it can be. The bread of your day Prata Plain 0.50 Praia with Egg168 words
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Advertisement80 1996-05-31 18 ><- e^^T he .l minS respons€ we havc emended our Cheesecake Promotion till 16/6/96. All our sumptious Cheesecakes are 20% off during this period. Choose from our American Strawberry Cheesecake, Marble Cheesecake and San Marino Light Cheesecake. Also, try our popular Rum Raisin Cake and Tiramisu. Come savour some of80 words
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Advertisement168 1996-05-31 19 TANGO RESTAURANT AND WINE BAR 35, Lorong Mambong, Holland Village Tel: 463-7365/4. Hours: 11.30 am to midnight (weekdays) and to 2 am (weekends). NUMBER 14 RESTAURANT r NO 10 CEYLON ROAD SINGAPORE *****6 Tel: *****74 Pager: *****176 (NEARBY SENPAGA VINAYGAR TEMPLE Breakfast Time 7. a.m. 10.30. a.m. Dinner Time 5.168 words
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Advertisement80 1996-05-31 19 A. 1 4 '■<*? mr fc.W.SI lASCONI SPECIAL BEEF FAVOURITE n Ji M M X Ml I COMBO MIX g I CHICKEN CHOICE 11 1 VEGESLIM B SEAFOOD SPIASH Iflßll Comes in 2 sizes: Regular and Large s Hr up H m 7“ SI 91 w aseoni’s PIZ Z A80 words
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Advertisement159 1996-05-31 20 rt ■%£>H COWAY VILLAGE RESTAURANT 112 East Coast Road #O3-16/17/18 Katong Mall Singapore *****2 Tel: *****28 Fax: *****58 LUNCHTIME SPECIAL Tim Sum (Mon to Sat except Sundays and Public Holidays) price ROAST SUCKLMGPK $lB.BO Daily Promotion r» TSC -fit Dining in dinners only (No take-away We cater tor Company Functions,159 words
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Advertisement82 1996-05-31 20 BRINGING HOTEL-STYLE FUNCTIONS TO YOUR DOORSTEPS Former 5-star executive chef with more than 25 years of culinary experience brings you mouth-watering recipes for all your occasions. Our Specialities: Seminars packages 1 Theme parties and buffet ranging from $lO- $25 for min of 30 pax eg: International, Mexican, Italian etc Ice-carving82 words
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Advertisement69 1996-05-31 20 I 1 V~‘ r\ r i Weekday: $6.00 Peranakan Set Lunch Home-cooked Nonya and Local Food □Popiah □Ayani Buah Keluak □Nonya Mee □Honey Garlic Chicken Recommendation: Ikan Sumbat Otak Otak 162 Upper East Coast Road 5(*****9) Te1:. 243 0093 Fax: 444 3579 Pager: 9300 6887 Open Daily (Except Tuesday): 11.3069 words
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Advertisement1377 1996-05-31 21 G A 3 A. r 3 %> 3 5 3 G 3 S 3 g 3 BJ 13 Ca| 13 HENG HWALORMEE wt&m 1. Famous Curry Red Snapper Head Ml* (tEVN) 2. Claypot Chicken ttftA 3. Spare Ribs with Bitter Cucumber in Black Bean Paste «>+SJtt*# 4. Deep Fried Spare1,377 words
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