Sarah Lim

Premium chocolate soft serve, two for the price of one — but only this weekend and only in two short windows a day. GODIVA Singapore is running its annual 1-for-1 on the Chocolate Twist Soft Serve on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 July 2026: buy one cone and get a second identical one free. The catch is the timing — it's redeemable only from 11am–1pm and again 5pm–7pm each day, on a first-come-first-served basis while stocks last, walk-in only. It applies to the Core Chocolate Twist Soft Serve WITHOUT Chocolate Shavings (the only flavour available during the promo), you can buy up to 3 sets per receipt, and it can't be stacked with other promotions or member/VIP discounts. Five GODIVA boutiques are taking part — Takashimaya B2 Food Department, Suntec City #02-307, Raffles City #B1-K1, Bugis Junction #01-60 and Jewel Changi Airport #02-207 (Changi Airport Terminal 3 and online are excluded). Turn up in one of the two windows to halve the price of a GODIVA soft serve fix.

For Singapore's 61st National Day, Museum of Ice Cream Singapore is giving Singapore residents aged 61 and above complimentary admission with every full-priced ticket purchased, from 7 to 11 August 2026. To be clear on how it works: this is a seniors offer tied to a paid ticket — for each full-priced ticket you buy, one Singapore resident aged 61 or above gets in free, so it is the perfect window to bring your parents or grandparents along. Separately, throughout August, the museum's Scoop of the Month programme teams up with local chef Derek Cheong's Berempah Bros and Denzy Gelato on two limited-edition ice cream creations. Tickets and the senior offer are on tickets.museumoficecream.sg.

Homegrown celebration bakery Sweetest Moments is marking Singapore's 61st birthday with a 5-Day Flash Sale: from Monday 27 to Friday 31 July 2026, one signature treat drops each day at up to 61% off, but only inside a 12-hour overnight window from 6.10pm to 6.10am, while stocks last. Monday is the Nostalgic Tea Party Set (U.P. $38.90) at 61% off, Tuesday the Savoury Laksa Cookies at a flat $6.10 (U.P. $7.90), Wednesday the Coffee or Pandan Gula Melaka Swiss Roll (U.P. $19.90) at 61% off, Thursday a set of 10 National Day brownies (U.P. $19.00) at 61% off, and Friday the National Day Mini Cupcakes (U.P. $43.90) at 61% off. No code needed — the discount applies automatically at checkout, one redemption per customer. Sweetest Moments is halal certified.

itea is the Principal Partner and Official Tea Beverage Brand of NDP 2026, and it is marking SG61 by releasing 7,000 vouchers that bring an SG61 Strawberry Series drink down to S$0.61. The catch is that you have to guess a secret code on the itea app, and the vouchers go first-come-first-served. Three drops have already been and gone (200 on 11 July, 300 on 18 July, 400 on 25 July) — but they were the warm-up. The real one runs 1 to 9 August, daily from 10.00am to 11.01am, with 6,100 vouchers, which is 87% of the entire campaign. Miss the first three drops and you still get a S$0.61 discount voucher with no minimum spend, valid on anything except ice cream. The new Merlion Berry line-up: Merlion Berry Green Tea, Merlion Berry Frost and Merlion Berry Shiok, alongside limited-edition SG61 merch.

Bread is the cheapest good meal in Singapore — if you buy it on the right day. We've rounded up the 9 best bakery chains for 2026, each with its CURRENT verified promo, outlet count, price range and halal status. Délifrance runs $6 Pie Tuesdays at every outlet until 29 December 2026 (U.P. $8.50–$8.90) plus a National Day Beef Rendang Pie and Milo Frappé until 15 September. BreadTalk's 26th-anniversary '6 buns for $10.80' mix-and-match runs until 26 July, from 11am. Polar Puffs & Cakes has Chicken Rendang Puffs at buy-2-get-1-free (3 for $7.40, U.P. $11.10) until 30 August, and brings back the Old Polar Cake (Mini) at $6.20 through August. Paris Baguette is now halal-certified at every Singapore outlet and does buy-4-get-the-5th-bread-free. Plus Tiong Bahru Bakery's SG61 local-flavour bakes, Swee Heng's 60+ halal outlets, PrimaDeli's 20%-off Cake of the Month, Four Leaves' National Day 10% off, and Duke Bakery's PAssion Card 5% off. Five of the nine are MUIS halal-certified — we say which.

Din Tai Fung has brought back its most local dumpling for National Day: the Steamed Chilli Crab & Pork Xiao Long Bao, headlining a 'Singapore's Favourite Catch' campaign that runs 1 July to 31 August 2026 at all its outlets islandwide. Each xiao long bao is filled with succulent crab meat, juicy pork and a flavourful chilli crab broth that bursts with every bite — and at 40% larger than DTF's signature Steamed Pork Xiao Long Bao, it's a proper mouthful of Singapore's favourite crab dish done the Din Tai Fung way. Four pieces are $11.80 (before 9% GST and 10% service charge, so roughly $14 nett). There are two extras worth knowing: spend a minimum of $80 (before GST and service) in a single bill that includes the Chilli Crab XLB and you get a complimentary Singapore-exclusive Bao Zai plush keyring, while redemptions last; and OCBC credit/debit cardmembers get an extra 10% off the Chilli Crab XLB, dine-in only, while servings last. It's a limited-time National Day drop, not a permanent menu item — here till 31 August, then gone.

Sheng Siong has flipped over to a new CDC Voucher week, running 21 to 27 July 2026, and this round is one of the better ones: 12 featured products at cut prices, with the biggest markdowns on the cupboard-and-cleaning staples rather than the token loss leaders. Happy Family Premium Oyster Sauce 550g drops to $1.25 from $3.95 (68% off), Homeniks 6-in-1 Laundry Capsules 80s to $8.95 from $26.90 (66% off), and a 6-pack of F&N Sparkling Zero to $1.95 from $5.60 (65% off). Heritage Farm Classic Basmati Rice 5kg is $9.65 down from $18.50, Dynamo Laundry Detergent 2.5kg is $8.65 from $18.90, and Happy Family Canola Oil 3L is $8.95 from $13.90. Sheng Siong's own poster puts total savings at up to $70.18, an average 43% off. The mechanic is the part people get wrong: for every $20 worth of CDC Supermarket Vouchers you spend in a single transaction, you unlock one unit of each featured product at the special price — so it is the voucher spend, not your cash spend, that opens the prices, and it is one unit each, not unlimited. Ends Monday 27 July, while stocks last.

Karaoke in Singapore splits into two completely different price models, and knowing which one you're in front of is the whole game. Teo Heng and Party World charge by the room per hour — you split it, so a big group gets cheap fast. HaveFun, Cash Studio, Jewel Music Box and Candy K-Bar charge by the head in blocks, usually with drinks (and sometimes snacks) thrown in. We lined up 7 of the island's best-known KTV chains and put the real numbers side by side: Teo Heng's promo rooms are $8/hour for a small room during happy hours until 31 July 2026, straight from its own pricing page; Jewel Music Box gives you three hours with free-flow drinks and snacks from $12+ per person inside SAFRA and HomeTeamNS clubhouses; Cash Studio's off-peak 2-hour packages start around $8.80++ a head; Candy K-Bar runs 18 neon themed rooms at TripleOne Somerset until 3am; K.STAR has over 100 themed rooms across five malls; HaveFun's 11 outlets give HomeTeamNS members 10% off Sundays to Thursdays till 30 November 2026; and Party World's Waterfront Plaza flagship runs 3pm to 3am. Here's who's cheapest for two people, who's cheapest for ten, and which ones let you bring your own food.

Auntie Anne's Singapore is marking SG61 with the cheapest pretzel you will see all year: the signature Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel at $0.61 instead of $3.90 on National Day itself, Sunday 9 August 2026, from 12pm. It is capped at the first 100 customers per outlet with one redemption per person, so roughly 1,200 pretzels islandwide across the 12 stores — turn up before noon or don't bother. Running alongside it, and far easier to actually get, are two brand-new local flavours on sale from 27 July to 31 August: the Milo Dinosaur Pretzel ($4.50), coated in white chocolate and buried under Milo powder, and the Horlicks Pretzel ($4.20), a maltier, creamier take on the same buttery dough. Both are available at all outlets, on delivery platforms, and online for corporate and bulk orders. Every Auntie Anne's outlet in Singapore is MUIS halal certified.

The Korean pizza chain with the 25cm long-slice boxes has just gone MUIS halal certified across all 8 of its Singapore outlets, and it's marking it with two short, sharp promotions. FRIDAY 25 JULY: the first 100 pizzas at PLQ Mall, 313@somerset and AMK Hub go for $2.99 each — choose Korean Spicy Chicken (U.P. $7.90) or Korean Chicken Hawaiian (U.P. $6.50), max 2 per customer, queue tickets from 2.50pm and the counter opens at 3pm. THEN 28–31 JULY: the first 50 customers a day at every outlet except Temasek Polytechnic get 50% off their second pizza, with the discount applied to the cheaper of the two, one redemption per customer. Neither is stackable with other discounts, vouchers, membership privileges or delivery orders — these are walk-in, in-store deals only. The halal certification itself is the bigger news: Eat Pizza's menu already ran on turkey bacon and beef pepperoni rather than pork, and the whole 13-flavour range is now open to Muslim diners at AMK Hub, 313@somerset, Plaza Singapura, VivoCity, PLQ Mall, Grantral Mall @ Macpherson, IMM and Temasek Polytechnic.

Two of Singapore's best-known Teochew restaurants have a promotion with an unusually sweet condition: Chui Huay Lim Teochew Cuisine and Zui Yu Xuan Teochew Cuisine are giving 15% off the food bill when you dine with your grandparents — or present a ticket to the Teochew-dialect film 《给阿嬷的情书 Dear You》. The campaign is called 《给阿公阿嬷的邀请函》 ("Dear Ah Gong Ah Ma") and it runs Mondays to Fridays, dine-in only, from 6 July to 28 August 2026 at both outlets. No app, no code, no voucher — just turn up with the elders. The catch: the 15% applies to food only and excludes beverages, service charge and GST; it's not valid on public holidays or their eves; and it can't be stacked with set menus, vouchers or membership privileges. On a $200 food bill that's about $36 off the final total. Both restaurants are under JUMBO Group's Zui Teochew Cuisine arm — old-school cold crab, pig trotter terrine and oyster omelette territory — so book ahead.

Sheng Siong's biggest sale of the first half is running right now: The Sheng Siong Mid-Year Mega Promotion 2026, a $2,500,000 giveaway, is live from 10 to 30 July 2026 across all outlets. The headline is the Purchase-with-Purchase rack — every $20 you spend unlocks the right to buy Heritage Farm Sunflower & Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2L at $10.50 a bottle (U.P. $19.90, 47% off) and the newly-landed Softess 100% Bamboo Pulp Bathroom Tissues (3-ply, 10 rolls x 220 sheets) at $5.50 a bundle (U.P. $8.90, 38% off), both capped at 3 per customer per transaction. Beyond the PWP, the flyer prices staples hard: Kangaroo Premium Calrose Rice 5kg at $11.50, Golden Circle Groundnut Oil 2L at $9.90, a 24-can carton of Coke Less Sugar at $13.35, Nestum 3-in-1 at $4.60 and Homesoy 1L at $2.40. Every receipt also enters you into the games on The Sheng Siong Show (Saturdays, 9pm, Channel 8). Note the Ferrero PWP and the fruit-and-veg sheet were 10–16 July only and have already lapsed — here's what's still live, and the fine print that trips people up.

Singapore's Thai food scene runs from $10.90 weekday sets to proper white-tablecloth Bangkok cooking — and right now several of the big names have promotions you can actually verify on their own websites. We rounded up 5 Thai restaurants worth your time in 2026, each paired with a currently-live deal checked against the restaurant's own promotions page: Bangkok Jam and Siam Kitchen are both running OCBC 1-for-1 on selected mains till 30 September; Suki-Suki Hot Pot gives OCBC cardmembers 30% off the premium buffet top-up on weekdays; Sarai Fine Thai throws in complimentary pandan-wrapped fried chicken above a minimum spend; and Bali Thai's 1-pax sets start at $10.90++ till 31 July. Two of the five (Siam Kitchen and Suki-Suki) are halal-certified, and most of these deals are weekday, dine-in only — so check the fine print before you go.

Singapore turns 61 on 9 August, and the tastiest way to celebrate is the wave of SG-flavoured limited menus and number-61 deals landing now. We rounded up 7 currently-live SG61 National Day food specials for 2026, each verified against the brand's channels or a reputable listing: Pizza Maru brings back its Salted Egg Chicago Pizza ($27.90) with a National Day cheese-pull challenge for up to 61% off at Changi T2 (8–9 Aug), plus Chilli Crab Pasta ($13.90) at more outlets; Swensen's has a Singapore Laksa Pizza and Jumbo Blue Prawn Hokkien Mee at $18.61 each and a $61 Family Set for three (till 9 Sep); Springleaf Prata Place discounts a different prata about 61% off every week till 4 Aug (the $0.61 plain prata week has ended — it's Chicken Floss Prata at $2.46 from 22–28 Jul); Tonkatsu ENbiton gives free Truffle Fries and sister brand Tamago-EN a free Soufflé Pancake with a minimum $61 spend (till 31 Aug); Dian Xiao Er drops three new dishes plus a free limited-edition MerDuck keychain with any herbal roast duck dish (till 31 Aug); and Guzman y Gomez brings back its Butter Chicken filling with a six-day app advent calendar (7–12 Aug). Below: the exact dishes, prices, dates and fine print for each.

That viral photo doing the rounds is real news but not quite the full story: Lausanjee (老乡鸡 / Lao Xiang Ji), China's biggest home-grown Chinese fast-food chain with 1,600-plus outlets, IS coming to Singapore — through a joint venture confirmed on 1 July 2026 between Laoxiangji Holdings (51%) and homegrown Jumbo Group's Jumbo F&B Services (49%). But the storefront photos going around show its Malaysia outlet at IOI City Mall (its first overseas store), not a Singapore one — because as of now, no Singapore outlet has opened, and no location, date, menu or prices have been announced. Here's what's actually confirmed, what Lausanjee is famous for, and what to realistically expect when it lands.

A quiet, comforting afternoon deal in town: Milkfish — the all-natural, no-MSG seafood-soup specialist — has reopened at Raffles City with a refreshed menu, and to mark it, its signature Grilled Milkfish & Broth Set is 50% off from 15–31 July 2026. The set pairs a Grilled Milkfish Belly with a slow-brewed Wild Mushroom & Kombu Broth (U.P. $22.60++), so at half price it's about $11.30++ a set. The catch: it's weekday afternoons only — Monday to Friday, 2pm to 5pm — and you need a minimum order of two sets to unlock the deal, so it's really a two-person (or two-bowl) offer. The grilled milkfish belly now comes in a new Miso flavour alongside the signature Nyonya and Soy Glaze. Prices are before GST and service charge, and it's while the promo runs.

Homegrown café-bakery Han's is running an afternoon treat: buy any sandwich between 2pm and 5pm and your hot drink is FREE, every day, at all outlets, till 26 July 2026. It covers Han's best-selling sandwiches — the Clubhouse, Fried Egg & Bacon, Fried Egg & Ham, Ham & Cheese and Tuna Mayo & Cheese — for dine-in or takeaway, so an afternoon kopi (or teh) comes on the house when you order a sandwich in the tea-time window. No app, no code, no minimum spend beyond the sandwich itself. Here's exactly which sandwiches qualify, the hours, the outlets and the fine print — plus Han's other current value deal, the all-day $13 three-course set.

Haidilao's tea spin-off HECHÁ is running a Buy-1-Get-1-Free launch series through July: a different new drink turns 1-for-1 every Monday & Tuesday, at all five outlets, all day. Up next is the Light Matcha Latte (launching 17 Jul) on 1-for-1 from 20–21 July 2026, followed by the MSW (Musang King) Durian Coconut Slush (launching 24 Jul) on 1-for-1 from 27–28 July. The earlier Da Hong Pao Bubble Milk Tea window (13–14 Jul) has already passed. The deal is valid for dine-in and self pick-up during each store's operating hours, while stocks last, at Plaza Singapura, IMM, 313@somerset, Wisma Atria and Marina Square. Here's the full drink-by-drink schedule, the outlets, and the fine print.

Matcha is having its biggest moment yet in Singapore — and if you want the real, stone-ground, umami-rich stuff (not the sweet powdery kind), these are the cafés to know in 2026. We rounded up the 6 best matcha cafés in Singapore, each verified as currently open, from whisked-to-order ceremonial-grade specialists to affordable Hokkaido soft serve: Hvala (handcrafted matcha and tea-inspired desserts at 111 Somerset, Odeon Towers and Takashimaya); Matchaya (the local pioneer since 2015, famous for its Uji matcha soft serve at Tiong Bahru and Suntec City); Tsujiri (the Kyoto Uji house dating to 1860, now with a premium flagship at One Holland Village); Kurasu Singapore (a minimalist Kyoto specialty-coffee café at 261 Waterloo Street with an off-menu 'Dirty Matcha'); Nana's Green Tea (the Japanese café chain at Plaza Singapura and DUO Galleria doing matcha lattes, parfaits and savoury sets); and 108 Matcha Saro (Hokkaido matcha soft serve from just $4.90 at Suntec City). Below: what each is best known for, exact outlets, and how to order a proper matcha latte.

Labubu fans, clear your calendar: POP BAKERY — Pop Mart's bakery concept that turns its blind-box characters into edible, collectible treats — opens its first Southeast Asia outlet on 30 July 2026 at WEAVE, Resorts World Sentosa, sitting inside a brand-new two-storey POP MART flagship store. If it follows the China outlets, expect THE MONSTERS (Labubu) butter cookie tins, DIMOO cookies, Molly chocolates, CRYBABY sablé cookies and the Twinkle Twinkle Twin Popsicle, all in keep-forever collectible packaging. Singapore's menu, prices and opening hours haven't been announced yet — here's everything confirmed so far, where exactly WEAVE is, how to get there, and how to prep for what will almost certainly be a serious queue.

Free food run: 7-Eleven Singapore is handing out FREE ready-to-eat items every Wednesday this July as part of its new 'Find the Good Stuff' campaign — about 10,000 items across selected stores islandwide, no membership, no app and no minimum spend for the freebie. The first two Wednesdays (8 Jul sandwiches, 15 Jul packed meals) are done, but two are still to come: FREE Onigiri on Wed 22 July and FREE 7-Eleven Wraps on Wed 29 July, given out from the morning while stocks last (selected SKUs, first-come-first-served — get there early). On top of that, all month you can take $2 off ALL ready-to-eat items via the yuu app, for both existing and new users. Here's the schedule, the fine print and how to grab one.

Bubble tea for two at the price of one: home-grown chain LiHO TEA is running a Buy-1-Get-1-FREE on almost all drinks for just three days — 14–16 July 2026 — to launch its new 'New Menu New Mood' line-up. Buy two drinks and the cheaper one is free, so a pair of cups works out to roughly half price each. It covers almost the entire menu (only 'Member's Drinks' are excluded), redeemable in-store or via the LiHO TEA app (add two drinks, apply the B1F1 e-voucher), at LiHO outlets islandwide. A large-size upgrade is +$1 and extra toppings are still charged, and it can't be stacked with other promos. The launch also debuts three new drinks — No. 33 Osmanthus Tea Latte, No. 42 Cloud Jasmine Green Tea and No. 50 Pink Guava Jasmine Milk Smoothie. With the deal ending Thursday 16 July, this is a two-day window.

The best way to halve your dining bill this month: buy one, get one free. We've rounded up 8 currently-valid 1-for-1 (and buy-1-get-1) dining deals live in Singapore right now, July 2026 — from TungLok's deluxe seafood buffet and a Hong Kong lunch buffet at Carlton Hotel, to Kiwami's mala ramen, Paradise Hotpot, Secret Recipe's braised beef cheek, a Peranakan high tea at Holiday Inn Orchard, the Seasonal Tastes 1-for-1 buffet at The Westin and Crossroads' international lunch buffet at Marriott. Each entry below has the real price, the card you need (Citi, DBS/POSB, OCBC or UOB where applicable), the outlets, and the exact date it ends — most run till 31 July, so plan your makan while they last.

One of Singapore's most wallet-friendly weekday treats just got a long lease of life: Délifrance's $6 Pie Tuesdays are back, and now run every Tuesday until 29 December 2026 at all outlets islandwide. Every Tuesday, the French bakery-café's freshly baked signature savoury pies — think Tuna Mushroom, Chicken Curry, Chicken Bolognese and Chicken Mushroom — are a flat $6 each (a discount off the usual à la carte price), with no membership, app or promo code needed. Just walk into any outlet on a Tuesday and order at the counter, up to 4 promo pies per person, while stocks last. Flavours rotate and vary by outlet, and the popular ones sell out by tea time — so go earlier in the day. Today (14 Jul) is itself a Tuesday, and with the deal locked in for the rest of 2026, it's an easy, reliable lunch or teatime lobang to keep in your back pocket.

Planning a staycation this year? Marriott Bonvoy is running its 'Never-Ending Staycation' package across 19 of its Singapore hotels — and it bundles in a lot for one booking. Book a minimum 2-night stay with promo code HOL and every stay comes with daily buffet breakfast for two, one 3-course-or-more dinner for two (with drinks), early check-in from 10am and late check-out until 3pm (both subject to availability), plus up to two children under 12 dining free when they're with a paying adult. It's valid for stays from now right through to 23 December 2026, so it covers the September and year-end school holidays. Participating properties span the luxury end (The St. Regis Singapore, JW Marriott Singapore South Beach, The Singapore EDITION, W Singapore – Sentosa Cove) to city and family-friendly options (Sheraton Towers, The Westin Singapore, Courtyard & Aloft Singapore Novena). Room rates aren't fixed — they vary by hotel and date — so the package is the value layer on top. Here's exactly what's included, the fine print, and how to book.

Swensen's is doing National Day its way: from 9 July to 9 September 2026, the family diner rolls out an SG61 menu of six local-inspired dishes, each priced with a cheeky National Day '.61' twist. The headliners are the Singapore Laksa Pizza (an 11-inch pie with shrimp, fish cake, tau pok, egg and laksa leaves on mozzarella) and the Jumbo Blue Prawn Hokkien Mee (wok-fried yellow noodles and bee hoon in a rich seafood broth, loaded with a jumbo blue prawn and char-grilled chicken) — both at $18.61. Rounding out the line-up: the Swensen's Shiok Fish Burger ($16.61), Chili Crab Soup with Mantou ($11.61), a Muah Chee Waffle with Ice Cream ($10.61) and a MILO Bandung ($5). For groups, there's a dine-in-only $61 SG61 Family Set that feeds three. It's available at Swensen's and Earle Swensen's outlets islandwide, for dine-in or takeaway, for a limited time only. Here's the full menu, prices and the fine print.

Singapore turns 61 on 9 August 2026, and the restaurants have gone all-in on premium meat for SG61 — this is the year to eat wagyu, yakiniku and steak for a song. We rounded up the 6 best National Day dining deals for meat lovers in Singapore for 2026, each verified against the brand's own channels: Suki-Ya's A5 Kagoshima Wagyu at just $1.88++ a plate (with its premium hotpot buffet, capped at 61 plates a day per outlet, 1–14 Aug); Tajimaya Yakiniku's $61++ SG61 Prestige Miyazaki Set of A5 Miyazaki striploin and Australian wagyu short ribs (1 Jul–15 Aug), plus a $61++ dinner-buffet flash sale; Barossa Steak & Grill's 'buy 2 mains, add a premium item for $6.10' (Aug, Mon–Wed, 5–8pm at VivoCity); Tonkatsu ENbiton's free truffle fries with any $61 spend (13 Jul–31 Aug); Verandah Rooftop Rotisserie's SG61 heritage brunch buffet from $61/adult, 8–10 Aug only, with kids-eat-free perks; and Dian Xiao Er's free SG61 'MerDuck' keychain with any herbal roast duck. Below: exactly what to order, the real prices, the catches (buffet minimums, day-and-time windows) and the end dates for each.

A rare flat discount on a night out at the concert hall: the Singapore Chinese Orchestra (SCO) turns 30 this year and is giving 30% off ALL ticketed SCO30 anniversary productions — no membership, no promo code — with the discount running from the first day of public sale (16 Jun) through the end of August 2026. Because it's tied to the booking window (not the concert date), you can lock in 30% off by 31 Aug even for shows later in the year: the SCO30 Opening Gala (18 Jul), Resonating 30 with Tsung Yeh (15 Aug), Qu Chunquan (29 Aug), A Voyage of Voices: Moonbound (19 Sep), and on to the SCO30 Closing Gala (21 Nov). Tickets are on BookMyShow, concerts are at the SCO Concert Hall (7 Shenton Way). It's a fitting National Day-month treat — Singapore's own national Chinese orchestra, at close to a third off. Here's the full line-up, how the discount works, and the fine print.

Hong Kong-style individual hotpot, effectively half price for two: Paradise Hotpot is running a 1-for-1 on its Beef & Seafood Premium Set (U.P. $25.90–$29.90) — buy one set, get the second free — so two of you split two premium sets for the price of one. It's a Citi Cardmember eVoucher (claimed via the Citi Mobile App), valid weekday daytime only, from morning till 4.30pm, and it excludes the eve of and actual public holidays. The set pairs marbled beef and seafood with your choice of individual pot and broth at Paradise Hotpot outlets (Compass One, VivoCity, Westgate and more). It runs 1–31 July 2026, while stocks last — and any spend at participating Paradise Group restaurants also nets you a $10 return voucher (valid till 31 Dec 2026). Here's the full mechanics, the fine print and how to redeem.

Thai comfort food, all-you-can-eat, for under $24 nett: to mark its 19th anniversary, Bangkok Jam is running an à la carte Thai buffet at its Great World outlet for $19.90++ per adult (about $23.85 nett after service charge + GST) — 19 signature dishes ordered fresh to your table, not a self-serve steam-tray line. Think Thai/pineapple fried rice, green curry chicken, stir-fried basil minced pork, grilled chicken skewers, clear tom yum seafood soup and mango sticky rice, with as many rounds as you can finish. It runs weekday dinners only (Mon–Fri, 5–8pm — not Saturdays, Sundays or public holidays), needs a minimum of two diners per table, and kids aged 5–10 eat for $15.90++. A +$7++ premium add-on unlocks Steamed Seabass with Chilli & Lime, Black Pepper Beef and Moo Ping. The catch: it's one outlet (Great World, #02-127), the dinner window is tight at 5–8pm, and Bangkok Jam hasn't published an official end date — it's billed as a limited-time anniversary buffet, so treat it as while-it-lasts and confirm before you go.

Haidilao's in-house tea brand HECHÁ is rolling out three new drinks this July, each with its own 2-day buy-1-get-1-free window — so there's a fresh 1-for-1 to catch roughly every week. First up: the Da Hong Pao Bubble Milk Tea (premium Da Hong Pao oolong, fresh milk and chewy pearls), which launched 10 July and goes 1-for-1 on 13–14 July. Next is the Light Matcha Latte (launches 17 July, 1-for-1 on 20–21 July), then the MSW Durian Coconut Slush — Musang King durian blended with coconut slush (launches 24 July, 1-for-1 on 27–28 July). The deal runs all day during outlet hours at the five HECHÁ counters inside Haidilao — Plaza Singapura, IMM, 313@somerset, Wisma Atria and Marina Square — for dine-in and self pick-up, no app or membership needed, while stocks last. Here's the full drink-by-drink calendar and the fine print.

Two of Singapore's cheapest grocery staples just got cheaper — if you pay with the right card. From 18 July to 29 August 2026, DBS and POSB cardholders get S$3 off eggs and S$3 off rice every Saturday at Sheng Siong and Giant, for up to S$6 off a week. There's no minimum spend, it works with any DBS/POSB credit or debit card, and it runs across 129 outlets islandwide. The catch: it's on a 30-egg tray and a 5kg bag of jasmine rice (selected house-brand products only), one redemption per item per person per day, first-come-first-served with about 90,000 redemptions a week while stocks last — and it can't be stacked with CDC vouchers or other promos. Verified against DBS's official press release. Kicks off the bank's S$10 million cost-of-living support push.

Japan's No.1 conveyor-belt sushi chain is bringing the north to Singapore: Sushiro has rolled out its limited-time 'Hokkaido Harvest & Tohoku Treasures' fair — a regional line-up sourced from Hokkaido and the Tohoku region (Miyagi, Aomori, Sanriku) — running islandwide from 8 July to 4 August 2026, while stocks last. The headline plates are the Double Hokkaido Salmon ($4.90++) and the towering Boss Level Scallop Stack ($5.90++), both only until 21 July, alongside the King Crab & Matsumaezuke Wrap with Salmon Roe ($3.90++), Hokkaido Aburi Scallop with Butter & Soy Sauce ($2.90++, till 21 Jul), Aburi Shiodare Cod Fish ($2.90++, till 21 Jul) and cheaper finds like Hokkaido Cod Roe & Mayo Gunkan from just $2.30++. It's a special à la carte menu (not a discount or 1-for-1), all prices are ++ so GST and service charge are on top, and the four premium plates run only through 21 July — so the scallop stack and double salmon are the ones to catch first. Verified on Sushiro Singapore's official promotions page.

Singapore turns 61 on 9 August 2026, and because National Day falls on a Sunday this year, Monday 10 August is a public holiday in lieu — a proper long weekend to eat your way through. Restaurants have already rolled out their SG61 promotions, most built around the number 61: dishes priced at $18.61, $61 family sets, freebies with a minimum $61 spend, and 61%-off gimmicks. We rounded up the 6 best National Day dining deals in Singapore for 2026, each verified against the brand's own channels: Swensen's SG-inspired local menu (Singapore Laksa Pizza & Hokkien Mee at $18.61, plus a $61 Family Set), Permata's 1-for-1 halal buffet of 50+ local dishes at Gedung Kuning, Guzman y Gomez's returning Butter Chicken and its first National Day Advent Calendar, Dian Xiao Er's free SG61 MerDuck keychain with any herbal roast duck, KFC's Curry x Sambal Zinger series, and Springleaf Prata Place's weekly 'Back In My Days' SG61 throwback prices. Below: what to order, the real prices and the exact end dates for each — plus how to stack them over the long weekend.

Dim sum and roast-meats fans, here's a proper hotel buffet at hawker-ish money: Café Mosaic at Carlton Hotel is running a 1-for-1 Hong Kong Kitchen Lunch Buffet — U.P. $62++ per adult, so with the 1-for-1 you're paying roughly $31++ a head (about $37 nett once you add the 10% service charge and 9% GST). The deal is open to a broad set of cardmembers — Citibank, DBS/POSB, OCBC or UOB — and runs daily from 12pm to 2.30pm at Level 1. Expect a Hong Kong tze-char and dim sum spread: HK Roasted Pork Belly (siew yoke), Curry Fishball, Har Gow and other steamed baskets, Hong Kong French Toast, plus the sweet-ending classics of Egg Tart and Bolo Bun. It's 1-for-1 for adult diners only, kids 7–12 are $18, seniors 55+ get 50% off, and it's not valid on the eve of public holidays or on public holidays. Carlton hasn't published a fixed end date — treat it as ongoing and confirm before you go. There's a bigger 1-for-1 Hong Kong Seafood Dinner Buffet too (U.P. $128++, Thu–Sat).

Your wedding photos outlive the day itself — so the photographer is one vendor worth getting right. Singapore's 2026 scene runs from candid photojournalists to fine-art editorial studios, documentary teams and artistic destination names. We mapped 7 of the most-booked, best-reviewed studios across every style — with real 2026 package ranges (full-day actual-day ~S$2,500–6,000, ROM ~S$900–1,600), what actually drives the price, the 9–12-month booking timeline for peak-month Saturdays, and how to read a full gallery before you commit.

Craving soup dumplings? We rounded up the 7 best xiao long bao (XLB) in Singapore for 2026 — from the benchmark Din Tai Fung (whose OCBC cardmembers get 10% off the Steamed Chilli Crab & Pork XLB till 31 Aug) and Paradise Dynasty's world-first 8-flavour XLB, to wallet-friendly Crystal Jade La Mian Xiao Long Bao, fine-dining stalwart Imperial Treasure, century-old Shanghai icon Nanxiang Steamed Bun (crab-roe XLB), late-night institution Swee Choon and homegrown heritage spot Jing Hua Xiao Chi on Neil Road. For each we cover what to order, price range, outlets and any current verified deal — plus a comparison table and tips on how to eat XLB the right way. Prices exclude 10% service charge and 9% GST unless marked 'nett'; none of these restaurants is halal-certified.

Herbal-soup lovers, mark the date: Souper Tang (汤师父) — Malaysia's award-winning herbal soup chain, with over 7 million bowls sold and 20+ outlets across ASEAN — opens its first Singapore flagship at Raffles City on 29 July 2026. Founded in 2009 by two Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners, the brand slow-simmers premium Chinese herbs with fresh ingredients daily, with no unnecessary additives. The Raffles City outlet (#B1-37) is set to carry 15 types of signature soups — billed as the largest herbal-soup range in Singapore — alongside a full spread of wok dishes, rice, noodles and desserts. Signatures to watch include the Collagen Fish Maw Chicken Soup (胶原蛋白花胶鸡汤), Signature Stone Pot Rice (招牌石锅饭), Camellia Pork (茶花肉), Herbal Spring Chicken (药材童子鸡), Signature Braised Fish (招牌焖鱼), Ginger Garlic Fish Slices (姜蒜鱼片) and the Peach Gum Longan Soup (桃胶桂圆汤) for dessert. This is Souper Tang's return to Singapore after a stint at The Centrepoint about a decade ago. Singapore prices haven't been announced yet — confirm the menu, hours and opening details on Souper Tang's official channels.

Halal buffet lovers, here's a big one: 21 On Rajah at Aloft Singapore Novena is running a Kedai Penang Buffet with a 'Dine 4 Pay 2' deal at lunch and 'Dine 4 Pay 3' at dinner, all the way to 10 September 2026. In groups of four, two dine FREE at lunch (so weekday lunch works out to roughly $30++ per person, U.P. $60++) and one dines free at dinner. The spread is 40+ rotating Penang dishes — assam laksa, char kway teow, Hainanese chicken chop, Nyonya kueh and more, plus DIY Penang Fruit Rojak and Kueh Pie Tee stations. It's fully halal-certified, served daily 12pm–3pm and 6pm–10pm at 1 Jalan Rajah (Aloft Singapore Novena East Wing). Prices are ++ (before GST and service charge), the deal works best in fours, and there's a bonus: on National Day (9 Aug), come dressed in red and white for 50% off both sessions. Reserve ahead — this is a hotel buffet on a long promo, so weekend slots fill up.

Craving fresh sushi without the fine-dining bill? We rounded up the 6 best value sushi chains in Singapore for 2026, with every current, verified deal. There's Japan's No.1 conveyor-belt brand Sushiro (its 25-dish 'Hokkaido Harvest & Tohoku Treasures' seasonal fair runs till 4 August, plus KITKAT parfaits at $6.50++ till 28 July), Genki Sushi (2 sushi for $2.20 on weekdays at its new Sembawang outlet, plus a $1.80 Everyday Value menu), the everyday-cheap Sushi Express ($1.50++ white plates islandwide, new Cheese Series from $3++), Sushi Tei (Rewards members get 50% off weekday specials till 30 July), Sakae Sushi (new $10 Japanese meal sets + free sides on delivery), and affordable sushiya Sushi Zushi at Westgate ($1 Sushi Madness on 12 items + 1-for-1 handrolls). For each we list plate/set prices, what to order, outlets and the exact promo with its end date — plus a comparison table and money-saving tips. Prices exclude 10% service charge and 9% GST unless marked 'nett'; none of these chains is halal-certified.

Craving unlimited grilled meats? We rounded up the 6 best Korean BBQ buffets in Singapore for 2026, across every budget and neighbourhood. There's the islandwide 2-in-1 BBQ + steamboat classic (Seoul Garden, with a $8.90++ senior Wednesday deal, a new $15.90++ student weekday lunch and a late-night buffet from $27.90++), the cheapest central option (I'm Kim at SOTA/Dhoby Ghaut, early-bird lunch $12.90++), the best HALAL pick (Captain Kim, MUIS-certified, whose 4-PLUS-1 'one free per four paying' promo has been extended to 30 Aug), a late-night charcoal joint open till 5am (Don Dae Bak in Chinatown), a 50-item Tanjong Pagar favourite with LA Galbi (Gogi Buffet), and a Bukit Timah all-rounder (Maru). For each we list what they grill, the real per-pax price, outlets, opening hours and any current, verified promo — plus a comparison table and how-to-save tips. Prices exclude 10% service charge and 9% GST unless marked 'nett', and most buffets cap you at 90–120 minutes.

One of the cutest supermarket freebies of the year is still going: spend $18 on The Laughing Cow cheese products in a single receipt at participating FairPrice, Cold Storage, Giant, Sheng Siong or Prime supermarkets and you get a FREE limited-edition The Laughing Cow x Monchhichi tote bag with one randomly-packed collectible keychain inside. There are four keychain designs to collect — three The Laughing Cow-themed and one Singapore-exclusive featuring the Monchhichi twins tucking into a local kaya-toast-and-kopi breakfast with Marina Bay Sands and the Merlion in the background. It's a licensed Bel Group x Sekiguchi collaboration that launched mid-June 2026 and runs while stocks last — quantities are limited and not every outlet carries the gifts, so redeem early. The catch: it's one gift per $18 single receipt on The Laughing Cow products only, the keychain is random (you can't pick your design), and stocks are running down after several weeks — the SG-exclusive Merlion keychain is the one everyone wants.

All-you-can-eat done the Japanese way: we rounded up the 5 best Japanese buffets in Singapore for 2026, across every budget and craving. From Kiseki's mega sashimi-sushi-teppanyaki spread with an 8th-floor Orchard view (lunch from $30.90++) to Suki-Ya's wallet-friendly shabu-shabu & sukiyaki (from $22.90++), Tenkaichi's yakiniku BBQ with a standing 1-for-1 A5 wagyu deal, Tajimaya's premium smokeless wagyu grill, and Shin Minori's 200+ item à la carte omizu buffet — here's what each does best, current prices, outlets, opening hours and the live promos worth knowing (Suki-Ya's student & OCBC deals, Tenkaichi's 1-for-1 wagyu, and Tajimaya's SG61 Miyazaki wagyu set). Prices verified against each restaurant's official site in July 2026.

The National Day menu nobody saw coming: McDonald's Singapore is teaming up with Old Chang Kee — the curry puff institution turning 70 this year — for a curry-everything collab launching Thursday 9 July 2026, 11am. Wave one brings the Curry Potato Chicken Burger (crispy chicken patty + fried egg smothered in OCK's signature curried-potato filling, single or double), Curry McShaker Fries with a seasoning co-developed with Old Chang Kee, a Pineapple Coconut Pie, Sweet Potato Mochi Balls and Mango Soft Serve, plus collectible McDonald's Curry Sauce Bottles in four designs ($5.50 with meal / $8.90 a la carte, distributed randomly). Wave two lands 23 July, 11am: the Rendang Curry Beef Burger (single/double) and a limited-edition Insulated Lunch Bag at $9.90 with any meal purchase — followed by a members-only Lunch Bag Charm for 1,500 MyM Rewards points from 27 July, 3pm. Available islandwide including Drive-Thru and delivery, while stocks last. Media reports put the burgers at from $9.20 (chicken) and from $9.50 (rendang beef); McDonald's hasn't published a full official price list, so confirm prices at launch.

Beat the heat the good way: we scooped through Singapore's homegrown ice cream and gelato scene to rank the 7 best artisan parlours for 2026. From Birds of Paradise's botanical gelato (Strawberry Basil, Sea Salt Gula Melaka) and Momolato's award-winning Sicilian pistachio, to Creamier's handcrafted scoops-on-waffles, Island Creamery's OG local flavours (Chendol, Pulut Hitam), Apiary's honey-forward small batches, Udders' famously boozy Rum Rum Raisin and Kind Kones' all-natural vegan cones — here's what each shop does best, signature flavours, prices, outlets and opening hours. Updated July 2026 with the outlets that have since closed (Creamier Gillman Barracks, Kind Kones Paragon & Great World, Island Creamery King's Arcade) and the offers actually running now.

Homegrown snack brand Tai Sun is marking its 60th anniversary with a sweet crossover: it has teamed up with beloved local ice cream maker Creamier on two limited-edition scoop flavours inspired by Tai Sun's iconic nuts — Salted Vanilla Almonds and Peanut Toffee — available at all Creamier outlets from 27 July 2026 onwards. On top of that, spend a minimum of $8 on participating Tai Sun nuts products at major supermarkets (FairPrice and others) and you get a FREE mini-pouch blind box, in one of four collectible designs, while stocks last. It's a low-effort win: your usual bag of almonds or roasted peanuts now comes with a surprise pouch, and there's a nut-flavoured ice cream to chase down at Creamier if you want to make an occasion of it. The collaboration runs till 31 August 2026 — here's exactly how each part works, where to go, and the fine print to check before you shop.

Ice cream for (almost) free: Swensen's Unlimited has opened Sundae Club at its Geneo outlet — a self-serve, build-your-own ice cream bar where you scoop from 48 ice cream and gelato flavours (Vanilla, Cookies & Cream, even Mao Shan Wang Durian with Sea Salt Gula Melaka), pile on 50+ toppings, then weigh and pay just $0.038 per gram (incl. GST). To celebrate the launch, your first 100g is FREE with a minimum 100g purchase — for the entire month of July 2026. That effectively halves a 200g cup, taking it from ~$7.60 down to ~$3.80. It's the Geneo outlet only (1 Science Park Drive, #01-06), open 11am–10pm daily, while stocks last.

Double-fried, shatteringly crispy and drenched in soy-garlic or sweet-spicy yangnyeom — Korean fried chicken (KFC, the good kind) is Singapore's forever craving, and International Fried Chicken Day (6 Jul) is the excuse to indulge. Our 8 picks span home-grown halal favourites and authentic Korean franchises: 4Fingers' cult wings, Chir Chir's K-drama-worthy platters, Chicken Up's late-night feasts, Korea's No.1 BHC and its Bburinkle, halal-certified NeNe and Jinjja, the less-greasy Oven & Fried Chicken, and Northpoint's top-rated ICG — plus who's halal, price guides and current deals.

If you've seen the viral post claiming 'no fireworks on certain NDP rehearsal Saturdays' — we checked, and the published schedules say otherwise. NDP 2026's show calendar runs every Saturday at the National Stadium: CR1 (27 Jun) and CR2 (4 Jul) are done, and the NE Shows (11 & 18 Jul), Preview 1 (25 Jul), Preview 2 (1 Aug) and the actual parade (Sun 9 Aug) are all listed with fireworks, fired from the Kallang Basin — NOT Marina Bay this year. Displays start around 7:30pm with the finale roughly 8:10–8:30pm. No ticket needed if you're outside: Stadium Riverside Walk, Tanjong Rhu Promenade and Kallang Riverside Park are the free front-row spots. Full verified schedule, timings, MRT and crowd tips inside — plus the caveat that NDP EXCO can change any of it, so check NDPeeps before you head down.

BreadTalk is turning 26 this July and marking it with a full line-up of anniversary deals across the month. Live now: 6 buns for $10.80 in-store from 20 to 26 July, available from 11am at selected outlets on a set list of bun varieties — the best-value window of the campaign. Running till 31 July: 1-for-1 on the French Palmier Pastry, including the newly launched Strawberry Palmier 8-piece gift set, and a $10 Strawberry Japan Light Cheesecake back by popular demand. The earlier legs have closed — the FREE Flosss Day at VivoCity (11 Jul), Buy 3 Get 1 Free Shio Pan (till 11 Jul) and the 6-Flosss bundle (12–14 Jul) are all done. Deals run at participating BreadTalk outlets islandwide, in-store, while stocks last. BreadTalk is not halal-certified.

From Origin's 50%-off hybrids and Sonno's flat-price $499 Original to Woosa's Belgian latex and Getha's heritage natural latex — here are the best mattress brands and mattress-in-a-box deals in Singapore for 2026, with current promos, trial periods and warranties compared.

Oyster season is officially on: Greenwood Fish Market is running its 14th World Oyster Festival for the whole of July (1–31 Jul 2026), flying in 25 oyster varieties from 9 countries — France, the Netherlands, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and more, including three new French oysters from the Marennes–Oléron region. The headline steal is $2.50++ freshly-shucked House Oysters, all day every day — but only if you're seated at the 8-seater Oyster Bar at the Quayside Isle (Sentosa) outlet, walk-in only, no reservations, no minimum spend. Prefer to explore? À-la-carte oysters run $4.95++ to $12.95++ (min 2 per variety), or go all-in on the chef-curated Tasting Platter — 16 oysters across 8 varieties for $119.95++. Available at both Quayside Isle and Bukit Timah outlets; oysters are imported in limited quantities and some varieties sell out daily, so go early.

Sheng Siong has opened a brand-new 24-hour outlet at Blk 361 Sembawang Crescent, #01-10 (S750361), and is marking it with a 7 Days Special — up to 62% off plus free gifts — running 3 to 9 July 2026. The gift-with-purchase is the headline: spend $70 in a single receipt for an exclusive gift bundle, or spend $30 for your choice of two dishwashing-liquid options (one redemption per receipt, while stocks last; cigarettes, liquor, Sheng Siong vouchers and infant milk powder stages 1–2 excluded). Expect deep cuts on housebrand items, groceries, beverages, household goods and fresh produce, with a max of three units per customer per item. Handy extras at this outlet: 4% senior-citizen discount on Tuesdays & Wednesdays and CHAS-card discounts on Thursdays & Fridays, both till 31 Dec 2026. Bonus for north-side residents — it's open 24 hours.

Genki Sushi's brand-new Sembawang Shopping Centre outlet is opening with a full month of weekday steals: 2 sushi for just $2.20, a different pair each week — Ebi Mentai Sushi (U.P. $5.80) in Week 1 (6–10 Jul), Kani Salad Gunkan (U.P. $4.80) in Week 2 (13–17 Jul), Cheesy Smoked Duck Sushi (U.P. $5.80) in Week 3 (20–24 Jul) and Unagi Sushi (U.P. $5.80) in Week 4 (27–31 Jul). On top of that, for the first five days (6–10 Jul) you get a FREE Salmon Sushi (U.P. $2.90) if you turn up in yellow OR tell the staff 'Fuel Your Day, The Genki Way' — first 50 redemptions a day, while stocks last. Everything is exclusive to the new Sembawang Shopping Centre store, and the $2.20 deal runs on weekdays only. Genki Sushi is not halal-certified.

Parents (and parents-to-be), this weekend's big one: Mummys Market's baby fair — billed as the biggest in Southeast Asia — runs 3 to 5 July 2026 at Singapore Expo Hall 5, with free admission. Expect 250,000+ baby and maternity products with markdowns of up to 90% across 100+ top brands — headline doorbusters include a Bonbijou Luna 2-way stroller at $99 (U.P. $319), Dr Brown's anti-colic bottle trial set at $9.90 (U.P. $29.80) and Jevonbaby therapy pads at $1 (U.P. $29.90) — plus freebies like pregnancy goodie bags, diaper samples, tote bags and plushies (while stocks last), and parenting seminars and workshops across all three days.

Tiramisu lovers, Friday nights just got dangerous: Beast & Butterflies at M Social Robertson Quay has brought back its famous 'tiramisu buffet' — order any main dish and $9.90++ unlocks all-you-can-scoop tiramisu, served scoop by scoop until you surrender. It runs every Friday from 6pm at 90 Robertson Quay (Level 1), a short walk from Havelock MRT — riverside dinner, then unlimited mascarpone. The deal went viral at $6++ in its earlier runs and the price has crept up since, so treat it as this season's terms and confirm before you go. Here's how it works.

Singapore turns 61 on Sunday 9 August 2026 — and because it falls on a Sunday, Monday 10 August is a public holiday in lieu, making it a proper long weekend. This year's NDP moves to the National Stadium with a 'Go Beyond!' theme, a first-ever indoor drone show with over 300 drones, fireworks from around 7:30pm and the Presidential Gun Salute at Kallang Basin for the first time. The ticket ballot has closed, but the two Preview Shows (Sat 25 Jul and Sat 1 Aug) and the parade itself all have fireworks you can watch free from around Kallang. We've rounded up everything worth knowing — parade details, ticket status, free viewing spots, and the SG61 dining deals now live (KFC's Curry x Sambal range, Tim Ho Wan's SG61 menu, York Hotel's National Day set and more).

SAF Day was 1 July — but the thank-you deals for servicemen run right through 31 August. Flash your 11B or SAFRA card and there are over 240 deals from more than 180 partner merchants islandwide, spanning dining, retail, attractions and services. Still live as of late July: Burger King's Book Out Bundle at $10.95 (U.P. $25.40), Springleaf Prata Place 10% off at three SAFRA outlets, Best Denki up to 40% off selected audio, Toys"R"Us $10 off, and BOSE + JBL discounts that end 31 July. Here's what's still claimable and what has already closed.

Singapore's unofficial national dish deserves a proper answer to 'where's the best chilli crab?' Our 6 picks: JUMBO's East Coast icon (go before the original flagship closes 30 Sep — the $39++ crab farewell deal runs till 31 Jul), Roland Restaurant with its claim as the dish's original creators, Long Beach's fierier rendition (and famed black pepper crab), No Signboard's rich eggy gravy, zi char hero Keng Eng Kee and more — plus what a crab actually costs ($80–150/kg) and how to order without bill shock.

Peppery Teochew broth or herbal Hokkien-style — bak kut teh is one of Singapore's great comfort dishes, and everyone has a fierce favourite. We've rounded up 6 of the best bowls in town: Song Fa's Michelin-Guide-listed clear peppery classic (since 1969), Ng Ah Sio's punchy Rangoon Road institution with free soup refills, Ya Hua's silky Havelock-legacy broth (since 1973), Founder's Balestier stalwart and more — plus the peppery-vs-herbal explainer and rough prices so you know what you're ordering.

Numbing, fiery and dangerously addictive — mala xiang guo is Singapore's favourite pick-your-own-ingredients stir-fry, and the best stalls are worth crossing the island for. Our 5 picks: Ri Ri Hong's People's Park legend with its famous $1/$2/$3 pricing, Ming Sheng's balanced not-too-oily wok at Whampoa, Wang Xing's Far East Plaza OG with a 30-chilli house sauce, Tang²'s modern build-your-bowl malatang (some outlets till 4:30am) and more — plus how to order like a pro (xiao la is not a dare).

Springy mee pok, vinegar-chilli sauce, minced pork, liver and that crucial crispy sole fish — bak chor mee might be Singapore's most quietly perfect hawker dish. Our 5 picks: the Michelin-starred Hill Street Tai Hwa at Crawford Lane, its famous relative Tai Wah at Hong Lim, Macpherson Minced Meat Noodles' queue-magnet bowl, Bedok 85's beloved soup-style Xing Ji, and Seng Kee's mushroom-laden classic — plus the dry vs soup explainer and what to order.

Sony has confirmed it: PlayStation will stop producing physical discs for all new games from January 2028, after which new titles will be sold digitally only, on the PlayStation Store and as digital copies at retailers. The good news for your shelf — games already released (or releasing) on disc before January 2028 are not affected, and the discs and disc-drive consoles you already own keep working. Sony says the move follows how people already buy games: digital now makes up around 85% of its full-game sales. Announced 1 July 2026, it lands just after Grand Theft Auto 6's 'physical' edition turned out to be a download code. Here's what actually changes, what doesn't, and what it means if you like buying, lending or reselling physical games in Singapore.

Mark your calendar for tomorrow: Pepper Lunch is doing 1-for-1 on its signature Beef Pepper Rice for one day only, 3 July 2026 — the brand's new 'World Pepper Rice Day'. Order one sizzling Beef Pepper Rice and a second comes free, so two of you effectively split the price of one. It's dine-in only, one redemption per customer while stocks last, across participating Pepper Lunch Restaurants, Pepper Lunch Express and Pepper Kitchen outlets islandwide. Beef Pepper Rice only (no meat swaps) and it can't be stacked with other discounts. Here's how to make the most of it.

Heading to Japan in the second half of 2026? Three rule changes will affect your trip and your wallet. From 1 July, the departure tax triples from ¥1,000 to ¥3,000 (~S$26) per person, baked into your ticket. From 1 October, the nationwide JR Pass bought via overseas agents like Klook and KKday goes up about 5–6%. And from 1 November, tax-free shopping switches to a 'pay first, refund later' system — you pay the full tax-inclusive price in-store and claim the refund at the airport, with the annoying sealed bags and the ¥500,000 cap gone. Here's what each change means and how to plan around it.

Spotted: Starbucks' Premium Soluble Coffee Mini Cup tub — 30 single-serve instant coffees shaped like tiny Starbucks cups, each with a reusable silicone lid. The tub splits into two Arabica blends, 15 each: 'Bright' (bright and caramelly) and 'Smooth' (smooth and nutty). Just peel the foil, add 170ml of hot water and stir. At around S$29.90 for 30, that's roughly S$1 a cup — a fraction of an in-store handcrafted drink — and the cups are genuinely cute. Here's what you get.

Starbucks Rewards members get their 2nd Venti drink for just S$1 from 30 June to 2 July 2026, daily 2pm–8pm. Buy two Ventis in one transaction and the lower-priced one is charged S$1 — three vouchers per member across the three days, one per transaction. In-store only (no Mobile Order or delivery), Reserve drinks excluded. Here's how to redeem and which pairings squeeze the most off.

A small but lovely self-care lobang: Natureland is throwing in a complimentary 15-minute head massage when you book any 90-minute or longer service — no extra charge. Just walk in and quote 'I Need Extra Time'. It runs till 31 July 2026 at the Clarke Quay and Changi Airport T3 outlets, before 6pm on weekdays. Here's the fine print.

Ramen fans, mark 14 July: Mensho — the celebrated, Michelin-approved Tokyo ramen brand — is launching a brand-new express concept, MENSHO X, and it's chosen Singapore for its first-ever outlet anywhere in the world. Opening at Six Battery Road near Raffles Place, it serves ramen, tsukemen and mazemen with a signature lighter chicken (toripaitan) broth — with everything under about $22. To celebrate, the first 100 diners a day get a free ajitama egg from 14–18 July.

One of Tokyo's most hyped hamburg restaurants has landed in Singapore: Hikiniku to Come is now open at VivoCity, and it does just one thing exceptionally well. There's a single item on the menu — the $27.90++ set: three 90g charcoal-grilled hamburg patties (100% beef, ground in-house every morning) served one at a time, fresh off the binchotan grill, with miso soup, a raw egg for dipping and unlimited freshly-cooked rice. Here's what to know — including how the queue works.

Parents, a small win — with one caveat to confirm: Pigeon's Nursing Bottle Trade-In is running exclusively at FairPrice this June and August. Swap an old, used Pigeon bottle (no receipt needed) 1-for-1 for a brand-new one. Whether it's free or a discount varies by edition — one mum's swap was completely free, but past rounds have been a discount — so do confirm the exact deal with Pigeon Singapore or in-store. The counter runs 11am–8pm at FairPrice Xtra VivoCity, FairPrice Finest Sengkang Grand Mall and FairPrice Xtra Ang Mo Kio Hub.

Watsons has taken over the Compass One atrium in Sengkang with its biggest event of the year — the Shopathon Mania Fest, running 22–28 June 2026. Expect up to 70% off across 60+ beauty, health and wellness brands, a 185-box blind-box wall, spin-and-stack games, and a 10-gram gold bar given away every single day. There are over 7,000 prizes worth more than $100,000 up for grabs, and the deals carry on at Watsons stores islandwide and online until 22 July.

Want to try a self-driving ride without leaving Singapore? Ai.R — the island's first autonomous public shuttle service, run by WeRide and Grab — has been ferrying Punggol residents since April 2026, connecting spots like Oasis Terraces, One Punggol and Punggol Coast Mall. Rides are free for now (a $4 flat fare is planned once commercial service starts around mid-2026), there's a safety operator on board, and there's even a short 20-minute 'Mini Route' if you just want a taste. Here's how it works.

Bringing a birthday cake to school? Going halal-certified is the kind move — it means every classmate, including your child's Muslim friends, can have a slice. We've rounded up 5 halal-certified cake shops in Singapore that are great for kids' birthdays — from customisable animal cakes and character designs to easy-to-share cupcakes — plus tips on school food rules, nut-free options and how to order in time.

If you haven't caught it yet, this is your final weekend: i Light Singapore 2026 lights up Marina Bay and Raffles Place with 14 glowing art installations by 17 artists, all free, until 28 June. This year's theme is 'Movement' — think a 5m digital graffiti wall you spray with sensor cans, larger-than-life illuminated silhouettes, and wet-market crates reimagined as a glowing sanctuary. Here's what to see and how to make the most of the last few nights.

Bad news if a new Mac or iPad is on your wishlist: Apple has quietly raised Singapore prices across its Mac and iPad lines, with some models jumping by as much as S$600. The MacBook Pro 14-inch is up S$500 and the Mac Studio up S$600, while iPads rose by S$150–S$300. The cause is the global memory-chip crunch driven by the AI boom. The good news: iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods prices are unchanged — for now. Here's exactly what went up, and by how much.

Updated 4 Jul — just over two weeks left in the giveaway. From 22 June 2026, Sheng Siong is exclusively on foodpanda — more than 12,000 groceries and household essentials from 43 outlets islandwide, delivered to your door in as fast as an hour. To launch it, every Sheng Siong order on foodpanda automatically enters a daily S$10,000 cash draw (one winner a day, S$280,000 total) until 19 July, with up to 40% off selected items and free delivery for pandapro members. Now updated with foodpanda's official release: why the tie-up happened (grocery orders on the platform are up 7% since 2023), the new three-wheeler fleet for bulky orders, and what the two companies say about it.

Another Singapore institution is saying goodbye: JUMBO Seafood's original East Coast Seafood Centre flagship — open for 39 years — will close when its lease ends on 30 September 2026, as NParks rejuvenates East Coast Park. To mark the farewell, JUMBO is serving 500g mud crabs in your choice of style (chilli crab included) from just $39++ till 31 July, plus $39 member vouchers and a sweet perk if you were born in 1987. Here's the full scoop.

Parents, this one's for the school holidays: the Family Fun Festival has taken over the atrium at Leisure Park Kallang with what's being billed as Singapore's cheapest toy fair — think baby items, plush toys and kids' playthings from as little as $0.10–$0.30, plus storewide bargains. It runs till 28 June 2026. Here's what to know before you go (and grab a haul).

Our Tampines Hub has turned into a whimsical, larger-than-life playground inspired by local kueh — think giant Ang Ku Kueh, Kueh Tutu and Kueh Lapis installations, a 'Kueh Gym' to clamber through, a kueh trail with prizes, and a dazzling lights parade every night at 9pm. Best of all, OTH Festival 2026 — 'The Great Tampines Kueh-scape' — is FREE to enter, and it runs till 28 June 2026.

It's official: from 1 July to 30 September 2026, Singapore's household electricity tariff rises 17% — up 4.64 cents to 31.91 cents/kWh before GST (about 34.78 cents/kWh with GST), the Energy Market Authority confirmed on 30 June. A four-room HDB household will pay roughly $17 more a month (before GST). The cause is higher natural-gas prices after the Middle East conflict disrupted LNG supply. Here's what it means — and 8 practical ways to soften the hit.

After 13 years, Tim Ho Wan is closing its very first Singapore outlet at Plaza Singapura on 12 July 2026 as the mall heads for redevelopment. To say goodbye, it's running a '13 Days of Gratitude' farewell — 30% off a different featured signature dish every day from 30 Jun to 12 Jul (think shrimp dumplings, siew mai, radish cake and the famous golden lava salted-egg buns) — capped by a $68 free-flow appreciation dinner on closing night. Here's everything you need to know.

Shanghai's coolest creative market, Common Rare (凡几), is making its Singapore debut — 200+ curated indie brands from around the world (fashion, homeware, ceramics, fragrance and art) take over Suntec City Convention Hall 401–402 from 18 to 20 September 2026. It's pet-friendly, with live performances, workshops and specialty-coffee vendors. Tickets are $4 online (early birds get a limited welcome gift) or $7 at the door. Here's what to expect — and why to grab the cheap online ticket now.

Orchard Road's milk-tea wars just levelled up: Black Tree (泰茶) — a hyped China Thai-tea brand known for its signature '400-Times Lava Thai Tea' — is opening soon on Orchard Road. The brand specialises in three intensely-flavoured bases (Thai tea, cocoa and coffee), topped with a thick, cloud-like cheese-cream 'lava' foam. The opening date and exact location aren't officially confirmed yet (its store hoarding currently reads 'opening soon'), so here's what we know and what to watch for.

Starbucks fans, this one's easy: from 22 to 28 June 2026, get any Tall-sized drink at just $4.90 each when you buy two Tall drinks in a single order — coffee, tea, matcha and blended drinks all included, and you can mix and match. It's in-store only (order at the counter), not on the app or delivery, and can't be stacked with other promos. Here's how to make the most of it.

GastroBeats is back for its 5th year — Singapore's biggest food-and-music festival, with FREE entry, daily 4pm–11pm at the Bayfront Event Space until 28 June 2026. Expect 40+ F&B brands (including an Elevated Dining Zone with Neon Pigeon, The Plump Frenchman and rice. by The Meatmen Channel), live music from local acts like 53A, Jive Talkin' and Supersonic, plus a pickleball zone, a Zouk pop-up, photo booths and carnival vibes by the bay. Here's what to know before you go.

Father's Day comes once a year, but a proper steak, a hotel buffet or a tapas counter dad actually enjoys works any weekend. Here are five Singapore restaurants worth booking for Father's Day, a birthday or a just-because treat: Lawry's The Prime Rib at Mandarin Gallery, the daily buffet at Lime (PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering), Meadesmoore's unusual steak cuts on Boon Tat Street, Black Tap's craft burgers at Marina Bay Sands (from $21) and Michelin-listed Esquina on Jiak Chuan Road, where 15th-anniversary tapas from $15 rotate monthly until December 2026. Book ahead — and check which ones open on Sundays.

It's the easiest Father's Day treat going: on 20 & 21 June 2026, from 3pm, dads and their kids who turn up at McDonald's BOTH wearing football jerseys get a FREE 4pc Chicken McNuggets each — no purchase, no app, no code. It's first 75 redemptions per outlet per day, one per person, while stocks last, at McDonald's islandwide (a handful of outlets like the Changi Airport stores, JEWEL and Gardens by the Bay are excluded). Here's exactly how to claim it and which outlets are out.

Starbucks Singapore has dropped a limited-edition, World Cup-themed Football Bearista Cold Cup — and it's exclusive to GrabFood. From 17 Jun 2026 (10am), order the combo to get the collectible bear cold cup plus one Tall beverage of your choice (the drink is served separately, not pre-filled). Online only, while stocks last — these Bearista cups have sold out fast in other markets, so move quickly. Combo price is set in the Starbucks store on GrabFood.

FairPrice Xtra's all-you-can-eat durian buffet is back — 60 minutes of unlimited premium durians (Mao Shan Wang, Black Thorn, King of King, Red Prawn, D24, D13) plus up to 300g mangosteen and one fresh coconut per ticket, in air-con comfort. $85/pax (the $150-for-2 early bird ended 12 Jun). Parkway Parade 19–21 Jun, VivoCity 26–28 Jun. Book via Eventbrite; CDC vouchers accepted in-store only. Here's the full session schedule.

From Louisiana-style Popeyes and KFC's Chicken Tuesday to Korean chimaek at Chir Chir and Chicken Up — here are Singapore's 8 best fried chicken spots for 2026, across Western, Korean and halal styles, with the value deals worth knowing.

Thick, cold and topped with fruit and granola — açaí bowls are Singapore's go-to feel-good breakfast. We round up 8 of the best açaí spots for 2026, from the OG An Açaí Affair to value heartland chains, with signature bowls and prices.

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf is running a flash deal on its 6-inch Matcha Strawberry Mousse Cake — 50% off at $30 (usual price $60) for the whole cake. Order between 15 and 28 June 2026 (collection 9 Jul–2 Aug); add 9 mini chocolate muffins for $10. Here's how to order.

Pizza Hut Singapore has brought back its $10 Large Pizza takeaway deal (U.P. $35.05) for four midweek days only — 16, 17, 23 & 24 June 2026 — as part of its 45th anniversary. Selected large pan pizzas, takeaway/self-collect only, while stocks last. Here's how to grab it.

Popeyes Singapore's Midnight Crunch supper deal is back: a 1-for-1 Combo Meal at S$11.10 (U.P. S$22.20), 15-19 June 2026, from 10pm to 2am only, at 13 participating outlets. Just flash the promo at the counter — a great late-night fix during the World Cup.

Don Don Donki's HarbourFront Centre outlet is closing, and it's clearing stock with up to 70% off select products until its final day on 19 July 2026. Expect markdowns across the Japanese snacks, household, beauty and grocery range. Here's what to know before you raid the aisles.

UNIQLO's UT 'Graphic T-Universe' pop-up at Orchard Central is handing out freebies — a complimentary UT tote bag and clicker key charm when you spend $80, exclusive stickers with any UT piece, and a free photobooth. It runs till 21 June 2026. Here's what to grab.

Need flowers delivered today, a bouquet that actually looks like the photo, or florals for a wedding? Singapore's 2026 florist scene runs from big established names and same-day online players to value options and bespoke boutiques. We mapped 8 across those tiers — with how to avoid the 'looked nothing like the picture' problem, same-day delivery cut-offs, typical costs by occasion, and which florist suits gifting vs condolences vs weddings.

Booking the right venue can make or break an event — and Singapore's 2026 market runs from heritage halls and rooftop restaurant private rooms to co-working event spaces and budget-friendly community club function rooms. We mapped 8 venue types to start your shortlist, covering corporate conferences, birthday parties, workshops, and intimate celebrations. The framework that matters most: matching the venue to your event type, headcount, and pricing model — and knowing what to check before you sign anything.

Choosing a wedding banquet venue is one of the biggest decisions of your planning journey — it sets the tone, anchors the budget, and books out fast on auspicious dates. Singapore's 2026 market spans grand hotel ballrooms to heritage bungalows and garden pavilions. We've mapped 8 venues across every tier to start your shortlist — but the real value is in the framework: how table pricing works, what a package actually includes, when to book (hint: earlier than you think), and the questions to ask before you sign.

From 3–16 June 2026, CapitaLand's 'Two's A Treat' gives CapitaStar members 1-for-1 deals on KOI Thé bubble tea (S$5.50), llaollao froyo (S$7.70) and Krispy Kreme Original Glazed donuts (S$8.70) — unlock them in the CapitaStar app with reward code BESTIE. Only the first 300 redemptions per deal, so go early. Here's every participating outlet + how to claim it.

Singapore's spa scene spans 5-star hotel sanctuaries (Banyan Tree at MBS, St Regis, Auriga at Capella), Japanese onsen experiences (Ikeda, Yunomori), TCM tuina specialists, and value picks for monthly maintenance under S$120. We mapped 8 spas across price tiers from S$80 1-hour treatments to S$500+ signature rituals — couples' suites, hammam circuits, jet-lag recovery, prenatal-safe options noted. Plus booking strategy: weekday slots run 30-40% cheaper than weekends, and most luxury spas open access for non-hotel-guests.

Kiehl's Singapore runs its annual World Refill Day promo throughout June 2026 — 33% off all refill purchases of Kiehl's signature products, plus earn 2x loyalty points, plus a complimentary 2-piece gift set with every refill order. Available at all SG Kiehl's counters (Takashimaya, ION Orchard, VivoCity, Tangs, Sephora SG, Tampines Mall + online via kiehls.com.sg) from 1 → 30 June. Refill format applies to: Calendula Toner, Ultra Facial Cream, Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado, Midnight Recovery Concentrate, Amino Acid Shampoo, and ~10 other signature SKUs.

Day-by-day Singapore calendar for the first week of June. Wed-Thu: standard work days, Haidilao VivoCity Buy-1-Free-3 deal still running through 12 Jun. Fri 6 Jun: NDP 2026 ticket ballot closes 12pm + FairPrice $1.95 Durian opens at Elias Mall Atrium (Pasir Ris) for the FINAL roving weekend. Sat-Sun 7-8 Jun: Elias durian Days 2-3 + Great Singapore Sale typically launches this week. Father's Day countdown: 19-13 days out — most prime restaurant bookings still available but window closes this week.

BUBBLE House (泡泡) at Perennial Business City (Jurong East, 5-min walk from JE MRT) just opened — a 4-floor Korean-jjimjilbang-meets-Chinese-bathhouse concept with 7 soaking pools, capsule rest pods, e-sports room, cinema, reading cave, Dyson amenities, and complimentary free-flow Häagen-Dazs. Standard entry from $59 (6hr) / $89 (12hr) / $119 (24hr). Opening Phase 1 Promo (17-31 May 2026): spend $99 on any service → free 6-hr entry + breakfast/supper. Plus a raffle with $1888 cash first prize. We visited on a quiet weekday — full breakdown below.

Starbucks Singapore dropped a new Bearista-themed drinkware line under the 'A Little Joy in Your Everyday' campaign — sakura-pink stainless bottle with a 3D bear charm, ceramic mugs in cherry/berry patterns, a Knitted Bearista Keychain at S$26.90, and Straw Toppers (Bearista or Hat Cup design) at S$7.90 each. We spotted the full collection in-store and broke down what's available, what's worth the spend, and how the Bearista IP fits into Starbucks' SG merchandise rhythm.

Day-by-day Singapore calendar for the post-Vesak week. Mon kicks off Haidilao VivoCity's Buy-1-Get-3-Free meats off-peak deal (runs through 12 Jun). UNIQLO Thank You Festival closes Wed 28 — last 3 days for the free lunch bag at the smaller outlets. Thu-Sat: FairPrice $1.95 Kampung Durian moves to Kang Kar Mall (Hougang) for weekend 2. NDP 2026 ballot still open through Fri 6 Jun. Father's Day narrows to ~4 weeks — restaurant bookings tightening across the omakase + steakhouse tier.

A morning → afternoon → evening plan for Sunday 24 May 2026 — the final day of the Vesak long weekend. Baa Baa Sheepz warehouse FINAL day (Sunday-afternoon = picked-over selection but final-markdown bargain hunting). Nami Korean Grill kids-eat-free Sunday lunch (book NOW). UNIQLO Festival Day 3 (last realistic chance at leftover lunch bags at smaller outlets). Plus quiet Sunday-evening dining picks where you won't queue.

Day-by-day Singapore weekend planner for Fri 22 → Sun 25 May 2026. Friday is the make-or-break day — 4 promos end (CHICHA, Kiehl's 175, Popeyes Midnight, Starbucks Stars) and UNIQLO Thank You Festival opens with free lunch bag + first-ever Cecilie Bahnsen drop. Saturday: the last day of 100 free McSpicys at Bugis Junction + Baa Baa Sheepz's first-ever warehouse sale opens. Sunday: Baa Baa final day + family-friendly weekend regulars (Nami kids eat free).

Kiehl's marks 175 years since its 1851 NYC apothecary launch with 20% off storewide at all Singapore counters + online, an additional 5% voucher for existing members, a FREE Kiehl's drawstring pouch for the first 50 online shoppers (code EARLYBIRD), and 2x bonus points on orders S$500+. Black Diamond + Sapphire tier perks on top. Ends Fri 22 May.

8 deals running in Singapore right now or starting this week — Starbucks $1 second Venti (ends Thu), CHICHA 70% off (ends Fri), 100 free McSpicys at Bugis daily, 1-for-1 Popeyes Midnight, UNIQLO Thank You Festival opens Fri, Baa Baa Sheepz first-ever warehouse sale Sat-Sun. Sorted by urgency with timing tips so you don't miss the windows.

Taiwanese tea brand CHICHA San Chen marks 7 years in Singapore with a 70% OFF SECOND DRINK promo running 18-22 May 2026. Applies across the entire menu, walk-in orders only, all SG outlets except Jewel Changi Airport. Pair a premium drink with a basic for max savings.

Starbucks Rewards members get their 2nd Venti drink for just S$1 from 19-21 May 2026, 2pm-8pm daily. Three S$1 voucher redemptions per member across the 3-day window. Buy any Venti, the next Venti is S$1 — even cheaper than the 12-14 May Buy-1-Free-1 deal effectively for paired premium drinks.

UNIQLO Singapore's biggest annual customer-thank-you week is back, 22-28 May 2026. The headline freebie: a UNIQLO Lunch Bag with S$100 min spend (APP members, while stocks last). Plus a DBS/POSB Sure-Win Garapon spin per S$100, the first Cecilie Bahnsen SS2026 collaboration launching 22 May, and the UNIQLO x Chatterbox UTme local-food-themed UT collection.

Popeyes is back with its weekday Midnight Crunch 1-for-1 — 2x 2pc Signature Chicken Combo meals (chicken + mashed potato + biscuit + drink each) for S$11.10 total instead of S$22.20. Mon-Fri 10pm-2am only, 18-22 May. Dine-in + takeaway at 13 outlets islandwide. Flash promo at counter — no app or code needed.

McDonald's first-ever McSpicy Museum at Bugis Junction is giving out 100 FREE McSpicy burgers daily from 19-23 May 2026 — 50 at noon + 50 at 5pm, while stocks last. The museum itself runs 13-25 May with interactive spicy-themed games, photo booths, and lucky dips. Free entry. Just turn up early.

Six things actually happening in Singapore this Friday-to-Sunday window — from the Boutiques Singapore fashion fair at the F1 Pit Building to the closing weekend of the Taiwan Night Market in Punggol, the SIFA arts festival opening, and the Bishan MRT McSpicy vote installation. Real schedules + practical tips.

Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf has rolled out a new Mon-Fri morning breakfast set — a Japanese bagel topped with truffle cream cheese, scrambled eggs, side salad, mini orange juice, and a small Café Latte. S$8.50 for one, S$12.50 for two (S$6.25/pax — great deal). Most outlets included.

Boutiques Singapore returns to the F1 Pit Building for the Spring/Summer 2026 edition with 300+ independent fashion, beauty, home and gourmet brands plus 60 F&B concepts. Tickets from $8/day, kids under 12 free. 15-17 May 2026 only — book your slot before the weekend.

Walked through Bishan MRT this week and McDonald's has set up a giant red press-to-vote display asking commuters to crown their favourite McSpicy variant — Double McSpicy, McSpicy, McSpicy with Cheese, or Double McSpicy with Cheese. Live vote counts. Free to vote. Part of the wider McSpicy Singapore-National-Treasure campaign in May 2026.

ASTONS keeps the anniversary celebration rolling: $21 Ribeye Steak with Supreme Salad Buffet at all ASTONS Steak & Salad outlets, 19 May 2026 only. Dine-in walk-ins only, 1 order per pax, 3pm-5pm closure. Premium upgrade from the 21¢ Chargrilled Chicken deal four days earlier.

Korean chicken chain BHC just opened its Jewel Changi B1-247 outlet and is giving away a free Chicken Burger to the first 50 customers daily — running through Sunday 15 May 2026, takeaway only, 10am to OOS. Optional $4 meal upgrade. Get there early.

Starbucks Rewards members get 1-for-1 on selected Venti drinks (Java Chip + Chocolate Chip Frappuccino + more) across all SG outlets, in-store only, 2-8pm daily. Today (14 May) is the LAST day of the 3-day window. Up to 3 vouchers per member. Bring a friend.

KFC's *SCAPE outlet at Orchard is running a 7-week 1-for-1 meal promo on Zinger, BBQ Pockett, and 3pc Tender meals — all from S$8.10 for two meals. In-store kiosk or KFC app only, single outlet, till 30 June 2026.

HEYTEA's renovated Orchard Central flagship reopens 15 May with a week of 1-for-1 ANY drinks, plus free fridge magnets (15–18 May) or pins (19–21 May) capped at 600/day. Single outlet, dine-in only, 1 redemption per pax. Worth the queue if you're nearby.

ASTONS Specialities turns 21 — and is selling its signature Chargrilled Chicken with 2 sides for just 21¢ (down from S$10.90) on 15 May 2026, all 9 outlets, walk-ins only, 1 per pax, with a midday closure 3pm–5pm. Plan your queue.

GoPizza Singapore regularly runs three stacking value promos — a 60¢ second-pizza deal, a $10.90 single-pax meal, and a $5.90 chicken-crunch box. Here's what each is worth, which is the real deal, and what to order. Promos rotate, so confirm in-store or on the GoPizza app before going.

Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf launched three Fresh & Fruity cold brew teas — Yuzu Sencha, Peach Jasmine, Watermelon Mint Lychee — with a 2-for-$12 intro promo, alongside the Elemental Duo-Sip Tumbler at $29.90. Here's what's worth ordering and the small print. Seasonal promos rotate, so check the current Coffee Bean menu before ordering.

adidas has chosen Singapore as the launch market for its FIRST-EVER global pet collection — and it includes Argentina + Japan FIFA World Cup-style mini jerseys for your dog. Pop-up at Clarke Quay Fountain Square 15–17 May + 22–23 May (2pm–8pm), then full launch online + at retail from 24 May. Prices from S$25.

Buy Now Pay Later turned mainstream in Singapore — 3 instalments, no interest, used at 10,000+ merchants. We compared Atome, Pace, ShopBack PayLater, Grab PayLater, and Klarna across merchant coverage, late fees, credit checks, and which is genuinely best for your style.

Father's Day in Singapore falls on the third Sunday of June — next up is Sunday 20 June 2027. We curated 7 genuinely useful gifts for Singapore dads, most under S$200: Brewlander craft beer, a MEATER grill thermometer, JBL noise-cancelling earbuds from S$104.90, single-malt whisky on Amoy Street, and a Sultan's Experience shave at Sultans of Shave (S$140). Practical, local where possible, no boring polo shirts.

Bao's Pastry (鲍师傅 糕点) — the China-viral bakery that landed at Paya Lebar Square last May — is celebrating its Singapore 1st anniversary by giving away 600 of its signature pork-floss seaweed Xiaobei cakes from 8–10 May. 200 free cakes per day, first-come-first-served. Here's exactly how to claim yours.

Mother's Day falls on the second Sunday of May — next is Sunday 9 May 2027. We compared Far East Flora, Floristique, JM Flower, Little Flower Hut and Windflower on the things that decide the order: same-day cut-off times, free-delivery policies, real bouquet prices, and which to use depending on your budget and how late you leave it.

From The Westin's Seasonal Tastes to Plate at Carlton City's seafood dinners and the Ultimate Racines Saturday brunch at Sofitel — we round up the best currently-active 1-for-1 buffet deals in Singapore for 2026, with the exact cards needed and the days they're valid.

From Guzman y Gomez's S$3 Brekkie Burrito Day on the 3rd of every month to OMMA's 50% off Korean BBQ, Sky22's half-price second main, Cygnet's S$48 bottomless steak frites and Burger King's app coupons — we re-checked every deal on this list against the brand's own channel, and stripped the ones that quietly expired. Save it, share it, use it.

Seven genuinely thoughtful gifts for Singapore mums, all under S$100 — local-flavoured ETTE tea sets, LEGO flower bouquets, candle-making workshops, pyjamas from SOJAO and RAPH & REMY, florist bouquets, afternoon tea and bakery cakes. Works for Mother's Day (next: Sunday 9 May 2027), birthdays, or any just-because Sunday.

[ENDED 3 May 2026] Starbucks Singapore ran a Friends & Family deal: any Tall handcrafted drink (including Frappuccinos and matcha) at S$4.90 each when you bought 2 in a single order. Save up to S$3.60 per cup vs regular prices. The promo ended 3 May 2026 — see our current Singapore deals roundup for active alternatives.

The biggest fast-food and café chains in Singapore run app-exclusive promos that most people don't know about. We rounded up the best current deals from Starbucks, McDonald's, Coffee Bean, KFC, Burger King and Subway — plus the rewards apps worth downloading.

The Starbucks Rewards app is quietly one of the best café loyalty programmes in Singapore. Here's every deal, shortcut, and member-only perk worth knowing in 2026 — including the 4 discounted drinks you get just for signing up.

MyM Rewards, weekday lunch deals from S$6.90, app-only coupons — McDonald's Singapore runs more hidden promos than any other fast-food chain. Here's everything worth knowing for 2026.

CBTL Rewards quietly offers better cashback than most Singapore dining credit cards — 5% effective cashback on every purchase, plus 50% off for new members. Here's how to use it right.

KFC Singapore's Chicken Tuesday is one of the best fast-food discounts around when it runs — 5 pieces for S$9.95 (55% off). Plus current June deals: Lil' Bucket Meals from S$4.95, $25 8pc bucket, $10 Zinger Box & app-only combos. Here's the full 2026 guide.

Burger King Singapore's app runs the most aggressive discounts of any fast-food chain — up to 61% off with rotating coupon codes. Here's the full guide to every current deal for 2026.

Subway's Sub of the Day at S$4.99 is Singapore's quietest great lunch deal — 40-50% off a 6-inch sub, different every day. Plus MyWay Rewards and Meal of the Day combos. Here's the 2026 guide.

Earn money back on every purchase. We ranked Singapore's top cashback apps for online shopping, dining, and travel — including current signup bonuses.

Welcoming a new baby? Here are the top-rated baby gift sets available online in Singapore, perfect for newborns and new parents — including a personalised option that embroiders the baby's name free of charge.

Delivery fees quietly eat the savings you thought you made. Here are Singapore's 5 best online shops for free shipping in 2026, with each platform's CURRENT verified minimum spend: FairPrice Online dropped its free-delivery threshold to S$59 (S$5 fee below that), Zalora waives shipping from S$50 per seller, and iHerb ships free to Singapore from SG$60 via Global Air with Tracking. Shopee releases free-shipping vouchers daily, and SAFRA members have two verified codes running to 31 December 2026 — 2026SAFRA15OFF for S$15 off with no minimum spend on a first order, and 2026SAFRA9OFF for S$9 off above S$70.

Anytime Fitness vs Virgin Active vs True Fitness vs ActiveSG vs Fitness First — we compared gym memberships across Singapore by price, facilities, locations, and current promotions.

Skip the supermarket queues — we compared Singapore's top grocery delivery apps on price, speed, and product range so you can stock your fridge without leaving home.