Monthly Archives: January 2011

Pictures: The fifth commune

Posted on January 31, 2011 by zinaalam

As it’s been raining for four days straight here on our humid little tropical island, Khana Commune had to move indoors for the fifth dinner. Last night saw a mix of new and familiar faces, with plenty of laughter ringing … Continue reading →

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I ate Big Bird

Posted on January 25, 2011 by zinaalam

The last time I was in Desaru was nearly 20 years ago. My mum and dad used to take us as  kids, and for some reason in my memory it’s always been etched as a grey, desolate beach somewhere in … Continue reading →

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Review: The fourth commune

Posted on January 21, 2011 by zinaalam

A very sweet review of the fourth commune by Surekha Yadav: friend and fellow blogger, currently completing her postgrad in journalism at Columbia University’s prestigious School of Journalism and (much to my envy) living out the New York City dream. … Continue reading →

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Pictures: The Fourth Commune

Posted on January 17, 2011 by zinaalam

To welcome: Creamy truffle mushroom soup To start: Sweet miso salmon. This is actually a photo from my very first commune, I forgot to take a picture last night. To cleanse the palate: Homemade lemon sorbet with mint Also made … Continue reading →

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