Best deals and promotions of April 2018
One long weekend’s gone, with no more to look forward to ‘till next month. But April’s the month of 1-for-1s, from tonkotsu ramen to main course at Manhattan Fish Market, and even tickets to Adventure Cove Waterpark.
1. 50-cent ice cream at Udders
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Udders’ delicious ice cream is going for just 50 cents if you pay by GrabPay – a deal not even the ice cream uncle with his motorcar and signature Magnolia umbrella can beat. Choose from 10 favours, from the trendy Salted Speculoos to creamy, classic Earl Grey.
You’re limited to five scoops per transaction, although there aren’t any limits to the number of transactions you can have…
Note: The promotion is only available at the Upper Thomson, Novena, Bukit Timah, Siglap and Timbre+ outlets.
Promotion period: until 12th April 2018
2. 1-for-1 ramen tonkotsu at Tempura Tenten
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Tempura Tenten serves a range of delicious Japanese fare, including their specialty Ramen Tonkotsu, with rich pork bone broth, thin, chewy noodles and savoury chashu. Now at a 1-for-1, you’ll be able to savour the bowl of noodles at half the price.
Simply reserve your coupons on Jpassport to enjoy the deal.
Promotion period: 2PM-6PM, until 5th April 2018
Address: 252 North Bridge Road Raffles City, 252 North Bridge Rd, B1-13 Raffles City Robinsons, Singapore 179103
3. 1-for-1 drinks at Co+Nut+Ink
Co+Nut+Ink’s signature coconut drinks are a much healthier alternative to your usual sweet, artificially flavoured beverages, so you can indulge without saying goodbye to your summer bod.
With their current 1-for-1 promotion, you can bring a friend or a colleague to try their range of drinks, from the original coconut (U.P. $3.80) flavour to the durian and mango (U.P. $4.80). If you need an extra boost to get over that food coma from lunch, try the espresso and dark chocolate combo (U.P. $4.50).
Note: This promotion is only available at their Orchard outlet, a street cart opposite 313 Somerset.
Promotion period: Until 8th April 2018
Address: 220 Orchard Road, Midpoint Orchard
Opening hours: 9AM-9PM
Telephone: 96855573
Website
4. 1-for-1 Sushi Lunch set and Yakitori Omakase at Tsukiji Fish Market
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Tsukiji Fish Market serves only the freshest ingredients for your Japanese food cravings, so getting your sushi at half-price is a total steal. Some items on the Zeitaku Sushi Lunch Set (U.P. $38) are salmon sashimi, 8 kinds of sushi and a grilled paper chicken.
If you’d rather have Japanese-style skewers for dinner, try the 12-course Yakitori Omakase (U.P. $88), which includes 6 kinds of skewers, chicken rice bowl with foie gras and chicken collagen soup.
Note: Reservations are required, at least 1 day in advance.
Promotion period: Until 30th April 2018
Address: 181 Orchard Road, ＃12-02 Orchard Central, 238896
Opening hours: 12PM-2.30PM, 6PM-10PM daily
Telephone: 66342803
Website
5. Free iced coffee or tea at Ya Kun Kaya Toast
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You can now pair your Ya Kun Kaya Toast with a cup of free iced coffee or tea. To enjoy this lobang, all you gotta do is to download the IMconnected app (iPhone | Android), run the mobile data connection speed test and present your result at the store’s counter.
All participating stores are listed here.
Promotion period: From 29th March 2018
6. Up to 80% off luggages at Travelite summer travel sale
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If you’re looking for a new suitcase in time for a mid-year vaycay, Travelite’s Summer Travel Sale has come just in time. They’ll be stocking a wide range of brands including Disney, Pierre Cardin and American Flyer. Look out for the Delsey Belmont 4-Wheels Trolley Case, retailing at just $189 (U.P. $439). Also on site is the URS & inc “Fiona” Designer Luggage ($39, U.P. $169).
Spending $100 nett in a single receipt will net you a free URS & inc microbeads-neck pillow, while a minimum spend of $300 in a single receipt will entitle you to a free American Flyer Duffel trolley bag – while stocks last.
Promotion period: 11AM-7PM daily, until 8th April 2018
Address: 53 Ubi Ave 3. Travelite HQ Singapore 408863
Telephone: 67858000
Website
7. 1-for-1 on any main course at Manhattan Fish Market
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Manhattan Fish Market is rolling out a new deal, this time with a 1-for-1 promotion on any a la carte main course. Have your pick, from the classic signature Manhattan Fish ‘n Chips (U.P. $12.95) to the Cajun Chickie Marinara (U.P. $13.95), chicken spaghetti in classic tomato sauce.
Note: This promotion is available at all outlets except for the one at Changi Airport Terminal 1.
Promotion period: Until 9th April 2018
8. $3 coconut milkshake at Bing Bing ice cream gallery (U.P. $6.20)
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Bing Bing Ice Cream Gallery’s cold treats are what’ll help you tide over another sweltering day. With their special $3 promotion, you’ll be paying less than half the usual price for their Coconut Milkshake (U.P. $6.20).
You’ll also have the choice of adding almond shavings for a nutty zing amidst sugary coconut, or just appreciating the coconut flavour on its own. Simply head over to any of their outlets to enjoy this deal!
Promotion period: Until 1st May 2018
9. Free cone day with Ben and Jerry’s
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With April comes Ben and Jerry’s Free Cone Day, where you can claim a free cone of ice cream in a flavour of your choice – from the all-time favourite Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, to The Tonight Dough featuring caramel and chocolate.
Promotion period: 12PM-8PM, 10th April 2018
List of participating outlets
Website
10. 1-for-1 shabu-shabu hot pot buffet at Suki-Ya
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With Suki-Ya’s 1-for-1 hot pot buffet deal, you’ll be able to enjoy its already affordable and delicious shabu-shabu, with its unlimited servings of sliced beef, pork and chicken, at half the price.
Make your own sauce concoction with the ponzu shoyu and sesame sauce, and select your soup base – choices include kimchi and sukiyaki. They even have a salad bar to make sure you’re having a balanced meal.
Note: This deal is only available at Suki-Ya’s Bugis+ outlet.
Promotion period: 4PM-10PM daily, until 8th April 2018
Address: #04-14/15 201 Victoria Street, Singapore 188067
Opening hours: 11.30AM-10PM daily
Telephone: 68845778
Website
11. 1-for-1 tickets to Adventure Cove, Gardens by the Bay and more
Fire up your computer and ready your mouse, because discounted admissions to a range of attractions and leisure activities await POSB Passion Debit Card holders. Simply pay with your POSB Passion Debit Card to enjoy 1-for-1 tickets to Adventure Cove, Gardens By The Bay, S.E.A Aquarium and Cathay Cineplexes. More details and the full list of rewards can be found here.
Promotion period: 10th April 2018
12. 15% off a la carte seafood items at Mad for Garlic
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Mad for Garlic’s Seafood Festival is where seafood cravings get satiated – even more so now with a 15% discount on all the ala carte items on the menu. From the Seafood Margherita pizza (U.P $23) with grilled shrimps and sauteéd mussels to the enormous Seafood Platter ($88) featuring lobster, scallops and sea bass, you’ll be spoiled for choice with the best catches of the ocean.
Simply flash this Facebook post to enjoy the discount.
Promotion period: Until 30th April 2018
Address: 3 Temasek Blvd, 02-300/301, Singapore 038983
Opening hours: 11.30AM-10PM daily
Telephone: 62381930
Website
13. 1-for-1 hot kopi/teh at Wang Cafe and Heavenly Wang
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Wang Cafe and Heavenly Wang are back for another 1-for-1 hot kopi/teh promotion on 18th April only. You can bring a friend along – or keep both caffeinated drinks for yourself, if you’re really desperate for some caffeine.
Promotion period: 18th April 2018
14. $1 sushi at Umi Sushi
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Good news for those having sushi cravings – Umi Sushi’s $1/box sushi deal is back, available every Monday of this month. Go forth and fight off the Monday blues with delicious salmon sushi, maki rolls and tamago sushi.
Note: Promotion is valid at all outlets except the ones at Kallang Bahru, ONE Raffles Place and Tan Tock Seng Hospital.
Promotion period: 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th April 2018
15. $1 donuts at Dunkin Donuts
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For just one day, Dunkin Donuts is offering their regular donuts at just $1 each, with a minimum purchase of 6 donuts. Choose your favourite flavours, from the Almond White Choc, white chocolate donut with a sprinkle of thinly sliced almonds to the brightly pink Strawberry Frosted, with colourful sugar toppings sprinkled on top.
Head down to any of their outlets to enjoy this discount!
Promotion period: 3rd April 2018
Food and shopping deals in Singapore in April 2018
The first quarter is officially over, but the second one is heading off to a strong start, thanks to this abundance of lobangs you can enjoy over the course of the whole month.
If you’ve conquered this list of deals and are looking for more things to do this month, check out our list of fun events in April here as well as new cafes and restaurants here.