I recently saw a meme that read, “Bank account nice and empty. Starting the year on a clean slate”. Perhaps some of you can relate. But don’t worry, this just means new beginnings, so even if you’ve been spending recklessly in the past, you can change things from hereon – starting with this list of money-saving deals to kick off 2019 with.
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It’s not too late to start 2019 on an organised note – if you have yet to get yourself a suitable planner, notebook, or calendar to help keep your life in check, kikki. K has got you covered with their 4-for-3 offer on all exisiting sale items.
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They’ve also got stationery, greeting cards, and stickers up for sale. Snag a packet of leather stickers at $2 (U.P. $24.90), a 2019 diary gift pack at $22.45 (U.P. $44.90), or an adorable stuffed bear at just $9.97 (U.P. $39.90).
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Promotion period: Ongoing, while stocks last
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Cold soba on its own or with tempura is pretty common. But at Hokkaido Izakaya, you can slurp up a hot bowl of Wagyu Beef Shabu Shabu Soba – now going at 1-for-1 prices (U.P. $15). And to add on to that good news: you can choose your preferred quantity of Soba (100g, 200g, or 300g) with no extra charge for the larger quantities. This comes with onigiri as well.
The deal is only valid during lunch time, so make a date with your colleagues or pop by their Wisma or Tanjong Pagar outlets during the weekend.
P.S.: Check out our article on soba restaurants in Singapore here.
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Promotion period: Until 31 January 2019
So, it seems like the rumours are true – Crabtree & Evelyn has indeed filed for bankruptcy, and will eventually close all its physical stores in Singapore. If it’s any consolation, they’re still slated to continue operations online. But for now, their local boutiques are having massive clearance sales with discounts of up to 70% off.
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You’d definitely want to get your hands on their tea and cookie canisters, with beautiful floral packaging reminiscent of an English garden. Other items up for grabs include their Soothe Operator and Funky Floral bath duo sets at $23.60 (U.P. $59).
Promotion period: Ongoing, while stocks last
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I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream…especially when it’s going at a bargain! Haagen-Dazs is now running a short 1-for-1 promo on its Double Scoop Ice Cream (U.P. $9.90), so you can indulge in more without spending extra.
Note: Only available for takeaways
Promotion period: Until 4 January 2019
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New year, new you? Now’s the best time to pose yourself a good challenge – all the better when you rope in your BFF! If you’ve always been curious to try out pole dancing or even lap dancing (*wink*), enroll for a 2-for-1 course at Slap Dance Studio. Prices for an 8-week trial course usually range from $180 to $250, which means you’ll be paying as low as $11.25/week with this offer, so go on and werk it!
Don’t worry if you’re more of the conservative sort, because they also hold stretch & condition classes to strengthen your core muscles and improve flexibility.
Promotion period: Until 13 January 2019
Address: 144 Robinson Road, #17-02 Robinson Square, Singapore 068908
Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 12.15PM-2.15PM, 6PM-9.30PM | Sat-Sun: 9AM-4PM
Telephone: 6636 4622
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Even if you are lactose intolerant, you too can indulge in chendol, one of our most well-loved local desserts – if you get the soy version from Mr Bean, that is! Grab a pal and sip on their 1-for-1 Icy Sea Salt Chendol, which comes with the usual toppings like red bean, gula melaka, and jelly.
This offer is a Qoo10 exclusive; Pre-purchase your coupon here.
Promotion period: Until 31 January 2019
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Time to spill the tea: T2 is having a massive sale with an additional 20% off existing sale items. This translates to savings of up to 68% off on their many flavours of tea and delicate teaware.
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Set up your own mini tea bar at home with T2 Twelve Herbs, Flowers & Fruit set ($40, U.P. $100) – a box of 12 tea cubes in flavours like Fruitalicious, Southern Sunrise, and Strawberries & Cream.
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And whether taken hot or cold, your brew tastes best when served in a pretty cup, so go for one of their intricate Moroccan Tealeidoscope tea sets ($28.80 U.P. $90), or the clear glass Nomadic Dreams Floral Mug ($10.24, U.P. $32).
Promotion period: Until 6 January 2019
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Have a fishy feast with Manhattan Fish Market’s 1-for-1 mains. Some choices include Dory ‘N Chips with Country Mushrooms (U.P. $15.95), Manhattan Flaming Prawns (U.P. $24.95), and Mediterranean Baked Dory (U.P. $18.95). This means that you could be paying as low as $8 for your dish, depending on what you order!
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Promotion period: Until 31 january 2019
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Loads of new bubble tea kiosks have sprung up in Singapore over the past 2 years, but Cotton Dreams offers something most of them don’t: boozed-up BBT ($11.90). And from now till Valentine’s Day, you can get free milk tea (U.P. $3.50) at this pretty pastel joint with every purchase of the alcoholic version.
Promotion period: Until 14 February 2019
Address: 2 Orchard Link, SCAPE #02-18D, Singapore 237978
Opening hours: Daily, 11AM-9PM
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It’s not easy dragging yourself back to work or school after each year-end holiday season, but Coffee Bean is making our mornings a little sweeter with their $3.90 hot beverage & pastry breakfast sets. Just what you need to get you powered for a big day ahead.
Note: Not available at Marina Bay Sands, Changi Airport, Sentosa, Expo, and Marina Cove
Promotion period: Daily till 11AM, Until 18 January
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Clink your blues away with 1-for-1 Sapporo Beer at Japanese eatery Tengawa, where each glass will be going for just $3.50 (U.P. $7). Kanpai!
While you’re there, you might as well try the creamy Hokkaido White Curry they’re famous for. Have it with ramen, a hamburg steak, or chicken katsu – the sizeable menu comes with many ingredient choices.
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Promotion period: Until 31 January 2019
Promenade outlet
Address: 9 Raffles Boulevard, #02-16A Millenia Walk, Singapore 039596
Opening hours: Daily, 10AM-10PM
Telephone: 6883 1122
Orchard outlet
Address: 14 Scotts Road, Far East Plaza, #03-17 & 89, 228213
Opening hours: Daily, 11.30AM-10PM
Telephone: 6904 2880
Fast food is made less guilty with grilled options like Burger King’s Tendergrill Chicken burger. And right now, you can indulge in their 1-for-1 Tendergrill Chicken value meal (U.P. $9.35), served with a drink and a side of fries. No coupons needed – just use NETS as your payment method to enjoy the deal.
Promotion period: Until 15 January 2019
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Doesn’t matter how your 2018 ended. What’s important is that you’re starting this year on the right foot, by spending wisely and saving where you can with these awesome deals for Japanese food, tea, and even dance classes.
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