The season of giving and jolly Christmas jingles in the air! Black Friday’s just around the corner but instead of camping online for the discounts to hit, heading to town is a quicker option to scour for the best deals and mini stocking fillers. Besides, you get to soak in all that festive atmosphere with your loved ones.
Here’s why Orchard Central is THE mall in town you don’t want to miss out on this Christmas:
Whether you’re part of a Christmas gift exchange or just wanna pamper your loved ones with a little something, hunting for the perfect gift can be a headache.
Drop by a one-stop outlet like Tokyu Hands and it makes your holiday shopping a lot swifter. From beauty product to fun knick-knacks and minimalistic Japanese stationery, you’ll definitely find something worth buying!
Unit Number: #B1-07
Website: http://www.tokyu-hands.com.sg/
This is Asia’s FIRST physical Kickstarter store! Opened for two and a half months now, We The People has many mind blowing Kickstarter-funded items for sale. At this outlet, you can get hands on with your favourite Kickstarter project and try it out, drastically eliminating the risk of products that don’t work.
Unit Number: #04-03
Website: https://wethepeoplestore.wordpress.com/
Gifting is hard because you want to find a perfect gift that suits that person who means so much to you. For those with a musically-inclined friend who injects life into groups with their happy tunes, make their day with a gift that speaks to them instead.
JX Young at Level 5 stocks up a whole range of interesting ukuleles, violins and guitars worth checking out.
Bath sets, chocolates and new reads are predictable festive presents but it doesn’t always have to be this way. Bump up your gift exchange with exquisite ones like these!
Unit Number: #05-40
Opening Hours: 12pm to 930pm daily
Website: http://www.jxyoung.com/
If it’s your first Christmas with your in-laws, these Guinness World Record breaking financiers (cakes) will put you in their good books.
Adding to Orchard Central’s Japanese food spots, the famous Henri Charpentier Patissiere that has over 80 stores across Japan has branched out from their Dempsey outlet to open this 12-seater cafe in Orchard for more convenience. It operates mainly as a take out, but feel free to enjoy them here if you can’t wait!
Other than their financiers, savour their best with this assortment featuring Creme biscuit – thinly baked cookies filled with buttercream – and madeleines made from rich cultured butter.
The Royal Pudding hype might have died down a little but with this matcha-flavoured panna cotta, it goes straight back to the top of my favourite dessert list. These palm-sized bottles of creamy pudding are ❤️.
CHRISTMAS SPECIAL: For every box of 8 pcs Financiers and Madeleines purchased, you’ll receive a piece of Sable (shortbread cookie) Free.
Unit Number: #01-18
Website: http://henricharpentier.asia/
Singapore is home to UNIQLO’s First Global Flagship Store in Southeast Asia and it’s at Orchard Central! Take your usual UNIQLO shopping experience to the next level in their 2,700 square metre store that spans over three-levels where you’ll be able to browse the most extensive range of UNIQLO’s latest collections.
Their flannel’s one of the best quality in the market for their price and I’ve always liked how the colours are versatile for any season. You’ll also find knitwear and winter clothing if you’re traveling this holiday or even neutrals which are wardrobe staples for work.
Expect lots of exciting deals and exclusive launches this festive season!
Unit Number: #01-01/#02-01/#03-01
Website: http://www.uniqlo.com/sg
One of Singapore’s first Japanese buffet restaurants, KISEKI is known for being a wallet-approving buffet in the heart of town. Lunch usually starts at a low $19.80++ for free-flow sashimi, a super wide spread of Japanese culinary delights, and desserts.
Don’t go stressing about the frills of whipping an entire Xmas meal on your own. Having a buffet with your loved ones is a great fuss-free way to get together!
Their current Teppanyaki promotion runs till mid-December and they’ll be rolling in their Christmas Buffet specials from 19 to 30 Dec 2016.
Usher in Christmas with a hearty feast and a spread including roasted turkey, honey gammon ham with ponzu sauce and a variety of classic Christmas desserts such as log cakes and a creamy bread & butter pudding!
Unit Number: #08-01/02/03
Contact: 6736 1216
Website: http://kisekirestaurant.com.sg/
Dean & DeLuca’s relocation to Level 1 makes them hard to miss! Known for their salmon specials, rainbow cakes and coffee, this cafe full of New York Soho chic vibes is the perfect weekend brunch hangout.
Taking their gourmet expertise a notch higher this season, Dean & DeLuca has brought forth the perfect roast for your festive gatherings. Their mouth-watering Honey Baked Gammon Ham ($140, 2kg) is a great treat and if you crave for an even meatier dinner, pick their Slow Roasted Beef Ribeye ($150, 1kg) served with Rosemary Potatoes, Broccoli and Madeira Wine Sauce. They also have an assortment of condiments for your enjoyment!
They’ve put a spin to their beloved Rainbow Cake and the new Rainbow Log Cake ($78) is now available for pre-order online or at their outlet. For those who appreciate a tinge of alcohol in your festive cakes, have a go at their Brandied Cherry & Almond Fruit Cake ($55)!
Click here to find out more their mouthwatering festive spread, offers and hampers.
Unit Number: #01-09/10/15
Contact: 6509 7708
Website: http://www.deandeluca.com.sg/
Ask me to blend a scoop of creamy ice cream atop a frozen granite stone, I’ll ace it. Now ask me to toss it in the air and into a cup… the odds of it ending up on the floor is 100%. Cold Stone Creamery never fails to amaze me with their bubbly service and innovative ice-cream creations. This Christmas, try their new Christmas Creation, Jolly Holly Cranberry!
Other than ice cream, impress your friends at parties with these Cold Stone Christmas Ice Cream Cakes:
They’ve been coming up with many festive deals so stay tuned here for the latest updates!
Unit Number: #01-17
Contact: 6634 1015
Website: http://www.coldstonecreamery.com.sg/
If you don’t do fine dining often, pamper your loved ones with an atas 6-course meal at Joie by Dozo this thanksgiving season! This modern meatless restaurant revolutionises the art of going meatless and fuses Japanese, French and European cuisine.
Located at the lush rooftop of Orchard Central, your fine dining experience will be one that’s gastronomically adventurous and super Instagrammable! They’re also known for their superb service.
EXCLUSIVE: The folks at Joie are giving you a 20% off your 7-course set dinner if you quote “OC Christmas 20% Discount” – Not valid on Public Holidays and Public Holiday Eves. Prior appointment is needed. Other terms and conditions may apply.
Unit Number: #12-01
Opening Hours: 12pm -3.30 pm, 6 pm – 10.30pm
Website: http://www.joierestaurant.com.sg
Walking down Orchard Road just to take in the festive buzz is a yearly-affair for many Singaporeans. From waterfall fairy lights to fancy christmas trees and sleigh backdrops, OC decks up for Christmas every year.
There are #OOTD spots you can’t miss outside Orchard Central, and you’ll find many more just stepping into OC itself.
You might not know this but OC’s the only four-time consecutive winner of being Orchard Road’s Best Dressed Building (2011-2014)! OC’s contending for the title again this year and the voting period ends on 27th November.
Vote for OC and you might just be the lucky 15 who will each bring a $200* shopping voucher home this Christmas. If you’re a ShopFarEast member, even better: you stand to get 10,000* rewards points ($100 shopping voucher equivalent) cashed straight into your account when you vote!
Here’s how to help them win:
1. Download and launch the free mobile app, One Orchard (App Store | Google Play) or Visit the Orchard Road Facebook page
2. Click on Best Dressed Building Contest on the homepage
3. Vote for Orchard Central
Limited to 1 vote per building per day per platform
Take your pictures, perfect your #ootdgoals and upload them onto Instagram! And if you hashtag #OCChristmas16, you might win $150 Far East Organization Mall vouchers. 3 winners will be picked, and the contest ends 25th December 2016.
Orchard Road is the best place to tick off your festive shopping list all at once but we all know how tiring it is to walk the entire stretch from Orchard down to Dhoby Ghaut MRT. That was basically my drill until I checked out OC’s hidden gems. With gift ideas unlike the conventional, I’m totally ready to up my gift exchange game.
Also, if you shop at Orchard Central and spend a minimum of $50, you’ll be receiving a Match & Win card. Stand to win attractive prizes such as an iPad Air, Apple Watch, shopping vouchers and dining vouchers (worth up to a total of $250,000)!
Carting home the whole family’s presents in a single trip has never been easier and spending a minimum of $100* entitles you to a limited edition journal with a unique festive charm as well. Also, if you spend a minimum of $250*, scan your receipt and submit it via the ShopFarEast Mobile Application, and you can redeem a Xiaomi 5,000 mAh Mi Power Bank!
Download the ShopFarEast mobile app from the App Store or Google Play!
*Terms and Conditions apply. Visit www.orchardcentral.com.sg for more information.
This post was brought to you by Orchard Central
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