tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post6763787402106046695..comments2023-10-24T17:44:10.625+08:00Comments on Quay Po Cooks: 生, 老, 病, 死 (Born, grow old, illness, death)Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger59125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post-80726702965268263232011-10-02T12:56:35.390+08:002011-10-02T12:56:35.390+08:00Veronica,
I think you are too harsh on yourself, ...Veronica,<br /><br />I think you are too harsh on yourself, my dear. I don't see anything wrong with your tomatoes at all. Your dish look quite vibrant, lovely, and delicious. I will always choose taste over looks when it comes to food. Looks are there to attract and lure you into the dish, but that can also be done with the right use of ingredients and depending on who the dish is for. I'd much rather eat something that tastes great, but doesn't look all that great as compared to something that looks great but tastes awful. Looks can only attract you for so long, but it's the taste of the food that truly takes grasp of your attention. Plus, we taste with our tongues, don't we? Not our eyes. ;)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post-72328952862274333532011-10-02T09:54:27.500+08:002011-10-02T09:54:27.500+08:00@Pick Shan
Yes, I know about the food styling:D It...@Pick Shan<br />Yes, I know about the food styling:D It is a very interesting subject. On this tomato dish, I guess the trick is to leave the skin on for photography. Ping got a good and spotted that. That's why the sauce runs smoothly down the tomatoes.Quay Po Cookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05828992142187594236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post-17813216136106541142011-10-02T01:12:30.680+08:002011-10-02T01:12:30.680+08:00btw don't get dishearten for not able to achie...btw don't get dishearten for not able to achieve how food looked in cookbooks cos there are many secrets in food styling :p<br /><br />many such dishes can see but cannot be eaten. hv to undercook some of them so they look "fresh" and many many more... I'm slowly picking them upBabe_KLhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15762752894942951956noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post-27918714084866041212011-09-30T12:16:39.933+08:002011-09-30T12:16:39.933+08:00@mNhL You have a good point, and in fact, I think ...@mNhL You have a good point, and in fact, I think it is that point that this dish is all about. In most cuisines there are many dishes that call for cooking tomatoes, especially into sauces. I would not want to give those up, but there is something very wonderful about a fresh, vine ripened tomato that is undeniable. Growing up, my father's garden always had a lot of tomatos and it was easy to go and pick one for munching. Fully ripe on the vine, still warmish from th sunshine, biting into one of those tomatos was exquisite. Though my mother canned a lot of tomatos for later use, and also made tomato jam, all of which were delicious, that first bite of a just picked toato is what is most emblazoned in my mind.Cheers, @QuayLo"Simplifried"https://www.blogger.com/profile/02593184931318391388noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post-86856981974917201812011-09-30T12:12:09.079+08:002011-09-30T12:12:09.079+08:00@mNhL
Who doesn't? hehe.. There are many peopl...@mNhL<br />Who doesn't? hehe.. There are many people who do not like cook tomato, maybe some don't like it to be mushy? But do try this one, it might change your view.<br /><br />@Christine<br />You are welcome and thanks for your visit and comment. See you around.Quay Po Cookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05828992142187594236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post-64225222534899148772011-09-30T11:35:54.718+08:002011-09-30T11:35:54.718+08:00wonderful post, loved that video, and thanks for f...wonderful post, loved that video, and thanks for following!Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15720030744345215307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post-85452458584835620812011-09-29T14:46:56.835+08:002011-09-29T14:46:56.835+08:00I would love to have more money and time........
...I would love to have more money and time........<br /><br />the tomatoes dish look so unique with sauce over. So far, i only eat raw tomatoes. Those cooked one i will not eat. I wonder why. hehemNhLhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13884723664598214588noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post-71961401700807173302011-09-28T13:02:48.865+08:002011-09-28T13:02:48.865+08:00@Lyndsey
If we start early to eke good care of our...@Lyndsey<br />If we start early to eke good care of our health, we might delay the 3rd stage of our life.<br /><br />@lifeisfull<br />Exactly, I got to remember that<br /><br />@Lyn<br />Yes, no matter what stage we are in, we just remember to love life and we will be okay.<br /><br />@suituapui<br />Hahaha, don't bluff! I think you have both! I LOVE kampung cooking, they are the best. So true about Chinese saying. My mum says that a lot. There are friends I know like you, just don't like cooked tomatoes and cucumber but if you try this dish, it will change the view. I promise, if not, I will pay for the tomatoes. LOL!Quay Po Cookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05828992142187594236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post-59383907225699092052011-09-28T12:52:54.305+08:002011-09-28T12:52:54.305+08:00@The inTolerant Chef
That's true too.
@Von
Oh...@The inTolerant Chef<br />That's true too.<br /><br />@Von<br />Oh yes, try, you will sure like it.<br /><br />@Rose<br />You are doing the right thing for sure.<br /><br />@Jay<br />Thanks.<br /><br />@Angeline<br />That's it, pamper yourself whenever you can. <br /><br />@Food Dreams<br />I am glad you agree with my Quay Lo.<br /><br />@Nami<br />I think you are better off with health and happiness than a lot of money and without that. I am surprise you do not eat wasabi:D<br /><br />@Shirley<br />Yes Xi Yan is truly a very private place and if it is not because my girlfriend brought us there, we might not even know about it.Quay Po Cookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05828992142187594236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post-56522991247131916692011-09-28T12:38:33.103+08:002011-09-28T12:38:33.103+08:00@That Girl
Absolutely correct.
@Ah Tze
Thanks. Ya...@That Girl<br />Absolutely correct.<br /><br />@Ah Tze<br />Thanks. Ya, I love the color too. <br /><br />@Yan<br />Thanks for your visit and thanks for the compliment.<br /><br />@No-Frills Recipes<br />Very soon for us too.. hehe.<br /><br />@Sherleen.T<br />That's a good idea, I should remember to serve this on Chinese New Year<br /><br />@Alice<br />I know you are kidding.. but I can see you have a wonderful family and happiness!<br /><br />@cookingvarieties<br />Yes, it is pitiful for those who get very ill at old age and have no one to care for them.<br /><br />@yvonne<br />Don't be a perfectionist my dear, better to say it is good enough hehe<br /><br />@Alice Phua<br />I guess at our working stage, we have to consciously make time for ourselves and not procrastinate. Time flies and very soon we will arrive at the stage where we have no energy.Quay Po Cookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05828992142187594236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post-26217105423955284052011-09-28T10:21:30.511+08:002011-09-28T10:21:30.511+08:00@Diane
Like what Bananaz said, age is is a number ...@Diane<br />Like what Bananaz said, age is is a number if you don't mind it. Money is not much use at old age if we are not healthy so having energy but no money is a better than have money no energy.<br /><br />@Kelvin<br />Thanks for the info. Those comics are cute and entertaining.<br /><br />@One<br />Thanks for your visit. Do drop again.<br /><br />@Life Ramblings<br />Yes, this makes a fantastic appetizer. I have just commented on Bananazs' post on the 3 stages of life. I said either it is great minds think alike or fools don't differ… hehe<br /><br />@Treat and Trick<br />Thanks.<br /><br />@Jo<br />Your mother is very wise. When you start to learn cooking, soup is the best thing to start with. It is good that you are preparing yourself to cook for your family in the future. That will bring you much joy.<br /><br />@eileeinmind<br />Thanks for enjoying your time here. I appreciate that off work time is very precious at our working stage. I cannot agree with you more that taste is more important. You too have a great week.<br /><br />@lina<br />Don't wish for more money, wish for good health, happiness and peace. I am sure everyone dread the illness part but that is not within our control. We just have to cross the bridge when we come to one.Quay Po Cookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05828992142187594236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post-2952051176775312092011-09-28T10:11:09.217+08:002011-09-28T10:11:09.217+08:00@Lite Home Bake
Thanks.
@laurie
I am sorry my pos...@Lite Home Bake<br />Thanks.<br /><br />@laurie<br />I am sorry my post made you cry and I am sorry to hear that your husband is very ill. I am sure it is very hard on you to see the one you love uncomfortable. I pray that he will get well soon. <br /><br />@Filip<br />When I first tasted this this, I feel the same like you.<br /><br />@Bananaz<br />Yes, I don't mind my age so it doesn't matter. Enjoyed your post on the 3 stages of life. There is not once I left your blog without feeling I learn something and being inspired. Also, there is not once I did not laugh out loud, you have such good sense of humor my friend. Thanks for having your space for us to hangout!<br /><br />@StarletStarlet<br />If you ask me to choose between money and energy, I will choose energy. With energy I can do lots but with money but no energy, what can we do? It is wonderful to grow your own tomatoes and I am sure the taste will be more superior. Thanks for your compliment.<br /><br />@My Home Diary in Turkey<br />I am happy to know you enjoy your time here my dear. I enjoy reading all your comments too. Glad to share the recipes and hope you will try it someday and like it.<br /><br />@That GirlQuay Po Cookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05828992142187594236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post-41440126862698666172011-09-28T09:59:06.310+08:002011-09-28T09:59:06.310+08:00@yummychunklet
Thanks:D
@Mel
When we age, we do n...@yummychunklet<br />Thanks:D<br /><br />@Mel<br />When we age, we do not need a lot of money, what we really need is good health and company. As regards to the tomato, me too, have them around all the time.<br /><br />@lena,<br />Well said:D <br /><br />@Sheoh Yan<br />And you to your hubby!<br /><br />@ping<br />You got such good eyes..I think you are right, after taking a closer look, they looks like they have the skin on. Aiyoh! why they cheat ar? hehe Now, suddenly my tomatoes look more pretty! <br /><br />@Dzoli<br />Wow that is deep for someone who is young as you!<br /><br />@Kristy<br />and Good Health! I am very happy to know that the tacos are all in good condition. If you have difficulty find them at your end and you want to do something with them, just buzz me my dear, they will be on their way to you!<br /><br />@Wi<br />Although you find yourself busy and have not much time to indulge at this stage, but it is the most challenging stage in our life. When you come to my stage (old age), you will have lots to reminisce.Quay Po Cookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05828992142187594236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post-40075473043191375032011-09-28T06:12:21.978+08:002011-09-28T06:12:21.978+08:00I'm in the last stage - no energy, no money ei...I'm in the last stage - no energy, no money either. LOL!!! <br /><br />Looks may be deceiving. Some presentations make something look so nice but the taste may be disappointing. Kampung cooking often does not have the looks but they taste great. Same with people - the Chinese say you know his face but you do not know his heart.<br /><br />Personally, I'm not into tomatoes cooked - would rather eat them raw. Same with cucumber.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post-3673182213155647352011-09-28T05:50:42.246+08:002011-09-28T05:50:42.246+08:00Interesting and life-learning post (as always in y...Interesting and life-learning post (as always in your blog). Cute illustrations esp the last old couple one which I believe is every couples' dream. ;)<br />Nothing is perfect in this world, just like nothing is impossible in this world. No matter which stage are we at or even if it's none of the stages here, as long as we try/did our best, that's already good enough. <br />Personally, I feel that it may and could be those little imperfections we're attracted to in the first place...somehow? lol<br />Lower expectations=Lesser imperfections. ;)<br />Very unique recipe and your tomatoes look tasty! <br />PS: Imperfections make it unique and stand-out in a way...Lyñ (My Little Messy N Cheeky)https://www.blogger.com/profile/06026190016188794321noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post-42129683629255990222011-09-27T22:21:59.761+08:002011-09-27T22:21:59.761+08:00We are our own biggest critic, aren't we? :) A...We are our own biggest critic, aren't we? :) Anyway, we're home cooks not restaurant si fu with a commercial kitchen. :) Your dish looks good! The sauce sounds interesting too!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post-29817899979684508412011-09-27T20:59:06.194+08:002011-09-27T20:59:06.194+08:00I agree with Ping, the cookbook tomatoes look like...I agree with Ping, the cookbook tomatoes look like they have the skin on. I actually didn't see the imperfections...until you pointed them out. Besides nature often has it's flaws, and I think it's still beautiful. The dish sounds so good!<br /><br />What a shame we don't have the energy when we have the time, not there yet, but we need to fix that! :)tinyskillethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11921649923651185462noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post-81682399660183516142011-09-27T18:57:37.486+08:002011-09-27T18:57:37.486+08:00Love the post! Which stage am I at? Mmmm.... I don...Love the post! Which stage am I at? Mmmm.... I don't even wanna think about it. Just enjoy life as much as I can.<br /><br />I'm impressed that u know Xi Yan, it's such a private place. Thks for sharing the refreshing starter!Blackswanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04765892937555860461noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post-61712982139320560392011-09-27T16:04:49.006+08:002011-09-27T16:04:49.006+08:00I guess... my stage is teh working stage. So busy...I guess... my stage is teh working stage. So busy everyday... I hope we have the money tho. It never seems to be enough. But at least we are healthy and happy?<br /><br />Your wasabi sesame sauce looks so delicious!! Even though I don't eat wasabi, I know the taste and it sounds so good (for wasabi lover, this is really good one!). Your photos are supoer gorgeous! Quay Po... amazing job!!Nami | Just One Cookbookhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17104033889937635168noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post-29565744471696945942011-09-27T14:33:01.861+08:002011-09-27T14:33:01.861+08:00those called little imperfections are what makes e...those called little imperfections are what makes everything unique in life! in addition... its the effort and love that goes into it that makes this gorgeous... :)<br /><br />thks for sharing as always QP.. :DChasing Food Dreamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15654596657978881855noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post-38150762951141724962011-09-27T00:19:32.625+08:002011-09-27T00:19:32.625+08:00Those tomatoes look perfect to me. :) I think I...Those tomatoes look perfect to me. :) I think I'm at the working stage...no time to enjoy.Mummy Gwenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17114819720644461121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post-1893767433690034962011-09-26T22:24:41.491+08:002011-09-26T22:24:41.491+08:00There's no 100% perfection in human....I have ...There's no 100% perfection in human....I have no $, but got energy to work hard, in terms of time....try to squeeze out just a lil bit of time to pamper myself after all the hard work....just keep smiling and everyday is a brand new day. Btw the red tomatoes look superb yummy with wasabi sauce.<br /><br />Angeline.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07710484000863586238noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post-60503922521301214002011-09-26T19:26:10.828+08:002011-09-26T19:26:10.828+08:00lipsmacking goood..love ur post..:)
Tasty Appetite...lipsmacking goood..love ur post..:)<br /><a href="http://tastyappetite.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Tasty Appetite </a>Jayanthy Kumaranhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01536467787138586347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post-77496732669752503542011-09-26T17:23:33.082+08:002011-09-26T17:23:33.082+08:00Nothing is perfect but those tomatoes sure look yu...Nothing is perfect but those tomatoes sure look yummy. My motto in life, enjoy while you can, life is too short.Rose worldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02104898697123799249noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916295961525889716.post-4209136333995591712011-09-26T16:50:44.067+08:002011-09-26T16:50:44.067+08:00Such a sweet post ;) I'm still in the first st...Such a sweet post ;) I'm still in the first stage- and definitely have no money!!! This dish look beautiful, even if it isn't perfect :D The sauce sounds really interesting- I'm trying to imagine how it would taste with the tomato! I might have to try this :DVonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14117204748021229238noreply@blogger.com