2020 has been throwing us plenty of curveballs this year and you may be asking: What’s the deal?
Well here’s the deal: 14 of them in fact. For those looking for a break, check out these 14 best October 2020 deals to feast on all sorts of yummy food, snag staycation deals and shop at discounted prices:
Good news for all the Haidilao fans out there: you can now enjoy the nosh without breaking the bank as their outlet at Clarke Quay is offering 1-for-1 weekday set lunches, until the end of the month.
Choose from four different types of meat – beef, fish, mutton and chicken – accompanied by assorted vegetables like mushrooms and cabbages. The deal comes down to just $7.90 per person (U.P. $15.90) after the discount , perfect for an extra-long lunch break!
Check out Haidilao Clarke Quay’s promotion
Promotion period: Until 31st October 2020 | Mon – Fri 10.30AM-5PM only
Address: 3D River Valley Road, #02-04 Clarke Quay, Singapore 179023
Opening hours: 10.30AM-6PM, Daily
Telephone: 6337 8627
Haidilao website
Known for their Mexican cuisine, Muchos at Clarke Quay is a central spot to satisfy quesadilla and taco cravings. But this month, also head down for their piquant margaritas as they’re going at an almost unheard of price – $5 (U.P. $16).
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Pick from any of their four flavours of lime, strawberry, mango and lychee, and pair it with one of their select main courses – which, good news, is also on a buy-3-get-1-free promotion.
The cocktail deal is only available in limited quantities, with more details yet to be confirmed. Drop them a call before heading down to confirm the availability!
Promotion period: Until 31st October 2020
Address: 3D, River Valley Road, #01-04 Singapore, Singapore 179024
Opening hours: Tue – Sun 12PM-11PM (Closed on Mondays)
Telephone: 6338 4748
Muchos website
With many of us itching for a long-overdue getaway these days, hotels have answered our calls with plenty of staycation deals. Among the myriad of promotions out there, foodies and wine aficionados alike are bound to thoroughly enjoy the “Steak-cation” at Hilton Singapore.
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While you’re here, rejuvenate yourself at their rooftop pool that overlooks Orchard Road, and take a rain shower in their plush hotel room. But the best part of the staycation package lies at the Opus Bar & Grill, where sharing platters like U.S. black Angus and Wagyu sirloin and lobster await. It’s also paired with free-flow wine for 2 hours for all-round indulgence.
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While the official site states prices from $250, we found that once you click into the booking page, prices actually begin from a lower $240 for a deluxe room!
Image adapted from: @hilton.singapore
Promotion period: Booking open until 28th Jan 2021 | Stays valid until 31st Jan 2021
Address: 581 Orchard Road, Singapore 238883
Telephone: 6737 2233
Hilton Steak-cation’s website
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BBT lovers, this one’s for you. Bring along a friend to LiHo at One Raffles Place as their Da Hong Pao Milk Tea (U.P. $3.50) is now 1-for-1 until the end of the month – which brings the price down to an affordable $1.75 each!
Find out more about LiHo’s promotion on @sgfooddeals on Telegram
Promotion period: Until 30th October 2020
Address: 1 Raffles Place, #B1-10, Singapore 048616
Opening hours: Mon – Fri 10.30AM-9PM | Sat 11AM-4PM (Closed on Sun)
Telephone: 6438 8932
LiHo Singapore’s website
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Located at the top of Marina Bay Sands, Italian restaurant and bar Lavo presents decadent dishes like pizza and pasta with a phenomenal view of the bay and sea.
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If there’s ever a good time to treat yourself to a meal there, it’s now. From now till 16th October 2020, savour their pasta and pizzas at a buy-1-free-1 deal. For the best value, try their Linguini with Mixed Seafood ($48) that’s filled with generous servings of scallops, clams and mussels.
Promotion period: Until 16th October 2020
Address: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Tower 1, Level 57, Singapore 018956
Opening hours: Mon – Sat 11AM-12AM | Sun 12PM-12AM
Telephone: 6688 8591
Lavo Singapore’s website
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Fun fact: It may be hard to imagine, but the luxurious lobster was once considered a poor man’s meal and at one point, even served as prison food.
These days, it’s not quite the same story – but you can still indulge in fresh, juicy lobsters at a steal when you dine at Fremantle Seafood Market. Usually priced at $82++ per lobster, each serving is now going at 50% off, or $41++ each – limited to one set per table.
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Choose to have it oven-baked in white wine, or cooked in creamy bechamel gratin sauce.
Promotion period: Until 11th October 2020
Address: 3E River Valley Road, #01-05, Traders’ Market, Singapore 179024
Opening hours: 12PM-3PM & 5PM-10PM, Daily
Telephone: 6337 1838
Fremantle Seafood Market’s website
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Discounts are one thing but snagging freebies takes our glee on a whole new level. Make sure to jio some friends down to Le Fusion, as diners can now redeem one free bottle of Je Suis Esther Chardonnay 2016 (U.P. $130), with every two main courses and one tapas ordered.
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Pick from mains like Braised Abalone Seafood Rice ($38) and tapas like Crispy Salmon Skin with XO Sauce Dipping ($14). There’s no need to hold back as there is no limit to how many bottles you can redeem!
Promotion period: Until further notice
Address: 80 Mohamed Sultan Rd, #01-7 8/9, Singapore 239013
Opening hours: 12PM-2.30PM & 5.30PM-9.30PM, Daily
Telephone: 6363 9966
Le Fusion’s website
You’ve heard the news – Phase 3 discussions are in the works, and if you need to shop some new outfits in preparation, Abercrombie & Fitch is having a sale of up to 40% off online and in-store at their outlet at Orchard Road. On top of that, an additional 30% off applies to clearance items!
Ruffle Hem Wrap Dress $49.60 (U.P. $124), Heavyweight Pocket Tee $19.20 (U.P.$64)
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Designs on promotion include daily wear like T-shirts and track pants, along with polo tees and dresses. The end date has not been specified, so make sure to check it out ASAP.
Promotion period: Until further notice
Address: 270 Orchard Rd, Singapore 238857
Opening hours: 11AM-8PM, Daily
Telephone: 6733 8363
Abercrombie & Fitch’s website
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Get your chocolate fix all sorted out at Cocoa Tree’s warehouse sale at Defu Lane, where plenty of sweet deals await, with discounts of up to 84% off.
There, pick a box of two of Lindor Dark Selections ($15, U.P. $41.70) to snack on while working from home. Also look out for the liquor-filled chocolates from Anthon Berg, available at 3 for $10 – a steal considering each box is typically priced at $22 each!
Promotion period: Until 4th October 2020
Date: 103 Defu Lane 10, FNA Group Building, Singapore 539223
Time: 10AM-6PM, Daily
Find out more about this deal on @sgfooddeals on Telegram.
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Treat yourself to a scrumptious feast for the most important meal of the day at Marche with their new breakfast promotion.
Their outlets at Jem and Raffles City are now offering 1-for-1 breakfasts on weekdays, which extends to all a la carte breakfast items. This includes Egg Benedict (U.P. $12.90), Marche Movenpick Breakfast ($16.90) and Breakfast Pizza ($9.90).
Even if you can’t make it on weekdays, weekend breakfasts are going at 30% off as well.
Find out more about Marche’s breakfast promotion
Promotion period: Until further notice | Weekday promotion available from 9AM-11AM
Marche Jem
Address: 50 Jurong Gateway Road, #01-03, Jem, Singapore 608549
Opening hours: 9AM-10PM, Daily
Telephone: 6694 2501
Marche Raffles City
Address: 252 North Bridge Road, Raffles City Shopping Centre, #01-17A, Singapore 179103
Opening hours: Sun – Thu 9AM-12AM | Fri – Sat 9AM-1AM
Telephone: 6337 9433
Marche’s website
October 2020 deals – Auntie Anne’s
It’s a never-ending battle of which is better: Apple or Samsung. But in this scenario, Samsung takes the cake – or rather, the pretzel.
For all Samsung users, flash your mobile device at any Auntie Anne’s outlets this month to get a Soft Pretzel at just $1 (U.P. $3.90) – limited to one redemption per customer. All flavours are included in the deal – including green tea, sesame seed, and the widely popular garlic.
Promotion period: Until 30th October 2020
Full list of Auntie Anne’s outlets here
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While we may not have the annual Expo book sales this year, check out Popular at Jubilee Square – they’re now holding a massive closing down sale. Everything is going at 15% off storewide!
If you’re long overdue on stocking up on your favourite pens or highlighters, stationery products will be going at up to a whopping 90% off! With a minimum spend of $30, you’ll also be able to redeem a $10 voucher that can be used on your next purchase.
Find out more about Popular Jubilee’s closing down sale
Promotion period: Until 18th October
Address: Ang Mo Kio Avenue 8, #02-07, Jubilee Square, Singapore 569814
Opening hours: 11.30AM-8.30PM, Daily
Telephone: 6592 5712
Popular Singapore’s website
October 2020 deals – Clarke Quay
Whenever my friends can’t settle on a place to, the solution is always “go to central and see how”. Groups of 4, narrow down your next food hunt to Clarke Quay as 18 restaurants scattered around the area now offering a buy-3-get-1-free deal.
Harry’s mains
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Fans of the Keisuke Lobster King can dive into their rich and savoury ramen at a nifty discount. Else, if Japanese food isn’t your thing, plenty more restro-bars are also available – including the popular Harry’s, Prive and Zorba with Greek fare such as kebabs. Whichever you pick, splitting the bill will make each meal much lighter on the wallets!
Check out Clarke Quay’s restaurant promotions.
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WFH now means either of 2 things: a) work from home and b) work from hotel. If you’ve been losing motivation typing away in your home office all day every day, try the latter instead.
Prices now begin as low as $28/day at Furama Riverfront where you’ll get a seat at their waterfall-facing lounge, which comes with $15 worth of dining vouchers and free-flow coffee and tea to power you through the day. For something more private, lyf Funan also offers “workation” packages from $150/day for a room for 4!
Read our article on work from hotel deals.
From living the high life at Lavo to going on a relaxing staycation, things are made much better when they are snagged at nifty discounts. This month’s offerings of October 2020 deals take the trump card, with all sorts of promotions to keep us entertained while saving us a couple of bucks or more!
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Cover image adapted from: Marche Movenpick, TheSmartLocal, @brandcellar
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