Best deals of March 2018
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The CNY cashout might have you feeling pretty rich, but that’s no reason to splurge aimlessly. Spend your ang pow money wisely with these lobangs, be it on $38 Adventure Cove admission passes for two or on $3 restaurant ramen. We’ve also got various 1-for-1 food deals that’ll make sure your hard-earned moolah lasts past March.
1. 1-for-1 Venti-sized drinks at Starbucks
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Mugging students and work-laden adults alike will be pleased to hear that Starbucks has brought back their 1-for-1 on all Venti-sized drinks. Snag a bud and order two favourite drinks for the price of one, be it the Caramel Frappuccino for that sugar-and-coffee rush, or a big cup of tea from their teavana menu.
Head over to their Instagram page and screenshot the two drinks to enjoy this offer!
Promotion Period: until 2nd March 2018
2. $35 admission passes at Universal Studios Singapore (U.P. $72)
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If you’ve been wanting to go to USS but can’t bear forking out so much cash for a ticket, look out for their $35 night event pass promotion. You’ll be entitled to all the usual rides, which means you can take the dizzying Battlestar Galactica: Human v.s. Cylon, or the thrilling TRANSFORMERS The Ride: The Ultimate 3D Battle all you want. Simply order through their Sentosa Online Store to enjoy this deal.
What’s more, you’ll get a one-year Sentosa islander membership, complimentary with the passes. That includes free admission into Sentosa, so you won’t have to pay to use the monorail, as well as discounts on selected attractions, F&B, shopping and hotel stays.
Promotion Period: 9th and 17th March 2018
Telephone: 6577 8888
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3. Special menu items at $8.80 (U.P. up to $15) at Ginza Bairin
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Fa (prosper) with the ba (eight) items on Ginza Bairin’s special menu, which you can get for just $8.80 each. Try their bestselling Chicken Katsu Curry (U.P. $15), featuring thick slices of tender tonkatsu and sweet Japanese curry.
Other menu items include the Pork Belly Don (U.P. $14) and the Char Siew Udon ($15), and every order comes with a bowl of miso soup for max value for money. Find out more here.
Promotion Period: until 11th March 2018
Address: 2 Orchard Turn, #B4-39/40/41/42 ION Orchard, B4-39/40/41/42, 238801
Opening Hours: 11AM-10PM daily
Telephone: 6509 8101
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4. 1-for-1 ice cream at Swensen’s
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As March rolls around, we remain in woefully scorching weather. Fight off the muggy heat with refreshing single scoops of ice cream at Swensen’s, now with a 1-for-1 promotion.
Simply download the Swensens app in your app store (Android | iPhone) and flash the bargain to pick any of their available ice cream flavours, from classic Cookies ‘N’ Cream to flavourful Chocolate Peanut Buttercup (U.P. $4.50).
Promotion Period: until 2nd March 2018
5. 1-for-1 Adventure Cove passes at $38 (U.P. $76)
If you’re a fan of high-speed waterslides and floating along lazy rivers, you’ll want to visit Adventure Cove. Channel your inner mermaid at a steal with 1-for-1 admission passes at only $38 – that’s just $19 per person!
Scream your heart out at the Pipeline Plunge, walk the balance beam at Splashworks and laze on your float in the Adventure River, featuring lush jungle gardens and aquatic life.
Note: Tickets bought during the flash sale are only valid until 31st March 2018.
Promotion Period: until 2nd March
Address: 8 Sentosa Gateway, 098269
Opening Hours: 10AM-6PM daily
Telephone: 6577 8888
Website
6. Save up to $8.40 at KFC
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There’s nothing like KFC’s succulent, juicy chicken, completed with crispy batter worth every single calorie. Simply flash these e-coupons and take your pick, be it their aromatic Honey Sesame Hearty Meal ($11.90, U.P. $17.50) or 3pcs Wing Meal ($5.90, U.P. $14.30).
To round out the goodness, they’ve included the Twister Meal ($4.90, U.P. $7) for one, and the Twister and Platter Buddy Meal ($10, U.P. $16.80) for you and a friend to share, from the breakfast menu.
Promotion Period: Until 7th March 2018
7. 1-for-1 udon at Inaniwa Yosuke
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You won’t find udon more authentic in Singapore than at Inaniwa Yosuke, a restaurant which prides itself in udon that takes up to 4 days to make. Enjoy the painstakingly crafted noodles at a 1-for-1 deal. Choose between the cold, chewy Shoyu Udon ($13), with soy sauce on the side to dip, or the piping hot Kake Udon ($18). Find out more about this offer here.
Promotion Period: until 30th April 2018
Inaniwa Yosuke is also rolling out a new flavour: the Spicy Cheese Tantan Udon ($16.80) – a Chinese-Japanese hybrid dish in a glorious blend of cheese and chilli, which you can get as a 1-for-1 deal as well.
Note: the Spicy Cheese Tantan Udon 1-for-1 is only available on weekdays, from 11AM – 5PM.
Promotion Period: 1st March – 31st March 2018
Address: 435 Orchard Road #04-45 Wisma Atria Shopping Centre, 238877
Opening Hours: 11AM-10PM daily
Telephone: 6262 3279
Website
8. Pizzas at more than 50% off at Domino’s
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CNY celebrations might be over, but Domino’s Paws-perous Deal lives on. Order your Regular pizza at just $8.80 (U.P. $24.90), or the Large at $15.80 (U.P. $32.90). And because bigger is better when it comes to pizzas, go for the Xtra Large pizza ($18.80, U.P. $40.90) if you’re sharing it with a big group.
Choose from their wide selection of pizzas, be it the mouthwatering Smoky Pepperoni and Mushroom or the fragrant The Big BBQ.
For the party people, the Paws-perous Meal ($88.80, U.P. $137.20) will bring you a sumptuous feast that’ll feed 10-12 homies. Thrown in the mix are 2 large pizzas, 2 regulars, 1 Awesome Foursome side order and 1 plate of golden roasted drumlets and two bottles of soft drinks. What’s more, there’s free delivery, too!
Find out more here.
Promotion Period: until 11th March 2018
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9. $3 ramen at Hokkaido Ramen Santouka
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Celebrate Hokkaido Ramen Santouka’s 30th anniversary with ramen for just $3, a price unheard of since your grandparents’ time. Choose from their regular, M-sized ramen selections, including their specialty Shio Ramen (U.P. $12.80) featuring delicious, savoury white tonkotsu broth and the Spicy Miso Ramen ($13.30), a firebrand with three types of chilli added to their special miso sauce. Simply redeem your $3 ramen on Jpassport.
Promotion Period: 10th March 2018
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10. Up to 90% off gaming products at Shopitree’s warehouse sale
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Gamers, listen up – Shopitree’s running a warehouse sale that’ll get you discounts of up to 90% over a wide range of gaming consoles, games and accessories. You can get the Nintendo 2DS, along with any 3DS game of your choice for just $269 (U.P. $319). Also on site are Turtle Beach Headsets going for as low as $29.90 (U.P. $59.90).
There are offers on the much coveted Playseats too – the Playseat Gran Turismo is selling for $399 (U.P. $519). Head over to their Facebook page for more details about this gamer’s paradise!
Promotion Period: until 4th March 2018
Address: 51 Bukit Batok Crescent, Unity Centre #05-17 Singapore 658077
Opening Hours: Fri: 11AM-7PM | Sat – Sun: 11AM-6PM
Telephone: 6792 1217
Website
March forth with these promotions
This month marks the end of any new year hype, and the festive atmosphere is settling down to possibly monotonous months ahead. Thankfully, these lobangs will fill up any uneventful day of school or work with the simple joy of having found a good bargain.