Few weeks ago, I dropped out of college - I might just be known as the craziest student baker (I think I am.) I didn't mention it because I know it wasn't something to be proud of..

But that should be a little obvious. Any college students wouldn't be as free as me to be baking (almost) every day. They'd struggle to even do it once a week. LOL.

& On my last day of school, my civics tutor asked me what are my plans so I replied,

"I'm going to study pastry arts."

He gave a doubtful look and questioned "Have you thought about your future career?"

I said, "Yes. I'm going to be a chef", almost beaming with pride.

He ended off the conversation telling me "Well done".

There was no feelings of support, but I was not a bit discouraged. Perhaps chefs are really undervalued. But this is my dream! =)

My holidays brought me to my second pastry job at the National University of Singapore Society (NUSS) Guildhouse. It's like another exciting beginning, first day of work will start today and I'm really looking forward. It has a much bigger kitchen and a lot more chefs than the previous restaurant I worked in. The craziest thing is I'd be spending at least 5 hours of traveling time to and back from work. Yes, I thought there was something really wrong with my intelligence too LOL.

But I'm desperate to learn. I would say yes to any job that is willing to take me, which is nearly none. Because I not only lack skill and experience, I'll be leaving the country in less than 2 months! Who'd want me? I just have to be thankful that the NUSS Guildhouse's restaurant is giving me a chance ^^

& this morning, I decided to make these hot Apple Crisp w large streusel topping because I ran out of eggs. I wanted something simple, quick, and flavourful at the same time. The acidity of the soft green apples w the sweet crunchy topping was a really good combination. I had it warm and topped with a scoop of ice cream which was really fantastic! =)

Apple Crisp Recipe
enough for 4 small ramekins

2 Granny Smith apples, peeled and quartered
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tbsp sugar
56g melted butter
80g flour
40g brown sugar
20g sugar
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/8 tsp nutmeg

Preheat oven to 350degreesF. Toss the apples, lemon juice and sugar in a large bowl, then divide them equally into the ramekins. Combine the remaining ingredients and spoon them over the apples. To make larger crumbs, rub them topping with your fingers. Bake for 20 minutes or shorter if you prefer to have crunchier apple filling.