I celebrated my 40th birthday yesterday with my family as I reached the mid-point of my life. The average life expectancy for males in Singapore is 80.7 in 2022. So, in gaming terms, if you started the game with 100% health, you are now down to 50% health remaining.
This phase of my life is to enjoy life as much as possible. Travel when I can walk, eat while I have teeth, and buy things I like while still working.
The last birthday before my age starts with the number 4. Looking back, I have blogged for more than 22 years. The first post on this site dates back to 24th March 2002, which is my 18th birthday.
It has been almost a month since I blogged about anything and fast-forwarded to yesterday. It is my 38th birthday!
Cure
My first celebration is with Li Xiang at Cure Restaurant. Cure is a One Michelin Star restaurant that serves Nua Irish cuisine by Andrew Walsh. Nua means new in Irish.
JAAN by Kirk Westaway
Since my brother’s birthday is only four days after mine, we usually celebrate our birthday together. This year, we celebrated our birthday dinner together with our family at JAAN by Kirk Westaway. JAAN by Kirk Westaway is a 1 Michelin Star restaurant since 2016.
JAAN by Kirk Westaway is an internationally celebrated restaurant on the highest floor of the iconic Swissôtel The Stamford in Singapore. Helmed by Executive Chef Kirk Westaway, the establishment is committed to putting a definitive mark on modern British cuisine – promising an elevated reinterpretation of British gastronomy through a modern and innovative culinary lens.
Edge at Pan Pacific Singapore
Had a last-minute buffet dinner at Edge at Pan Pacific Singapore with Li Xiang on Saturday, 14th March 2020.
The spread there is fantastic, and the food is good. Furthermore, there are having a 30% discount for Pan Pacific Privileges members till 31st March 2020. Membership is free and you can sign up at panpacificprivileges.com.sg.
Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel
Celebrated my 35th birthday with a one night staycation at Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel. Thanks to my mom for the gift.
Because it is my birthday staycation, they upgraded me to the Premium Deluxe Room, which I guess is just a facing Orchard Road view. They also allow me a late checkout at 2 pm.
Yesterday was my first birthday after 30 years old and that makes me 31 years old!
Last year, Li Xiang and I went to Sydney, Australia to celebrate my birthday. This year we stayed in Singapore to save some money as we are going travelling later on in June.