National Day should be every Singaporeans’ second birthday, for without her, there are no us. For a small country that is only 44 years old, we have done extremely well. We should be in the Guinness Record for being the “Most Progressive Country in Less than a Decade!”
Shenton Way Then & Now
Clarke Quay Then & Now
Orchard Road Then & Now
Marina Bay Then & Now
Don't these transformation pictures make you proud of your country? After all that we've been through, National Day should be celebrated. Celebrated with a big bang! I know you Frugalistas out there would not want to be in the crowd in your heels and make-up caught up in heat and B.O. But that does not mean you have to miss out on the celebration at all.
How do you like this equation:
Dinner --> Fireworks --> Self-amusement
You eat and dine. You catch the fireworks and then some entertainment! This is the list of the restaurants with various cuisines you can check out that are situated near Marina Bay, so that you can be in time to catch the fireworks in full frontal sight.
Plus you get to stay out all night long on the 9th of August because the next day is a public holiday!
I chose these restaurants because they have an excellent DBS credit card promotion for National Day. I have a DBS Woman's Credit Card (because I've earned it!) and I believe that a lot of you would have a DBS credit card too, or at least a supplementary card? Most DBS cards require a minimum annual income is only $30,000! If you are still a student or earning less than that, pester the parents. Get the supp card!
Opt for DBS! We are Singaporeans! Support local bank!
CHARCOAL STEAMBOAT DELIGHT
7th Storey Restaurant @ Marina Barrage
260 Marina Way #01-05/06 Marina Barrage
Tel: 6333 5787
• Specially for 44 year old: Dine for free with min 2 paying diners. Applicable only for Dim Sum Buffet.
• 1 for 1 Celebration Steamboat Set Dinner* @ S$44.00++ Free steamboat set to be redeemed at next visit.
7th Storey Restaurant's signature dishes are the Hainanese Charcoal Steamboat and Hainanese Specialties such as the Boiled Chicken, Pork Chop, Prawn Roll, etc. Located near the Marina Barrage, the restaurant just underwent renovation with majestically spacious new interior and nice panaromic view of the sea.
WESTERN CUM SWEET TOOTH FANTASY
Secret Recipe
6, Raffles Boulevard, #02-138L Singapore 039594
Phone: +65 63369001
• Free ala carte main course with nimimum spend of $44, or 10% off total bill with minimum spend of S$30
Secret Recipe has astounding cakes! The western variety on the menu is just as awesome with their award winning dish, Irish Lamb Stew. Don't pass on their award-wining cheese cake, Marble Cheese Cake, or hot favorite, Chocolate Banana.
JAPANESE YUMMY
Tomo Izakaya
3A River Valley Road #01-04 Clarke Quay Singapore 179020
• Complimentary return-visit voucher valued at 50% of total bill with min spend of S$44
• Specially for the 44 year old : Dine for free with min 2 diners
Tomo Izakaya captures the essence of the traditional izakaya with the rustic charm of its setting in an old building and yet remains chic and stylish in its minimalist Zen-like décor and youthful fun in its vibe. Prepared with the freshest ingredients airflown twice weekly directly from the famed Tsukiji Market in Tokyo, the flavours and textures are finely brought out by the different styles of cooking. The intimacy of Tomo Izakaya’s charming interiors and lively alfresco dining with scenic views of the river provide the absolutely perfect settings for the night.
CHINESE FEAST FIESTA
The Chinese Feast City Hall
#B1-061, Suntec City Mall, 3 Temasek Boulevard
Tel : 6337 6921
• Signature Scallop dish at only S$4.40 (UP S$36++) with min spend of S$100
Try their homemade Merlion Fried Rice on our national special day! The Chinese Feast is the guru in Chinese cuisine for they have Sichuan specialties, Chong Qing Hot Pot, etc. There are 3 magical steps to enjoy the Chong Qing Hot Pot:
Step 1 : Magical Dipping Sauce Dip your cooked foods into our Magical Sauce before consumption to enhance the flavour. The sesame dips also helps restore the palate which have been challenged by the fiery, spicy broth.
Step 2 : Savoury and Sweet Tidbits Enjoy an array of sweet and savoury tidbits which help to ease the hot & spicy sensation. It's a Must to be taken in-between the meal.
Step 3 : Eight Treasure Tonic Tea A concoction of tea with several cooling herbs & spices, restore the body's "Yin & Yang" balance after the "Mala Tang" meal.
RAMEN & BENTO GASTRONOMY
MOF@My Izakaya Central
28E, Marina Square Center Stage, 6 Raffles Boulevard
Tel : 6334 2202
• S$44 for a 4-pax set meal : 4 Bento/Ramen (worth up to S$9.80 each) and choice of 4 new Macha & Azuki drinks (worth up to S$6.80 each)
• Specially for 44 year old : Free Imo dessert (worth S$6.80) with min spend of S$10
The "My Izakaya" concept successfully brings mass culture Japanese cuisine in Singapore to greater heights with its aim to create a healthy, wholesome and charming dining experience. This restaurant emphasizes on NO added MSG, chemicals, preservatives, artificial colourings or flavorings - fresh ingredients always and guaranteed.
SEAFOOD CRAVING
Palm Beach Seafood Restaurant (One Fullerton)
1 Fullerton Road, #01-09 One Fullerton
Tel: 6227 2332
• Complimentary bottle of wine worth S$44 per table with min spend of $120 on food items only
• S$20 return visit voucher with min spend of $100"
Indulge seafood by the Merlion at Palm Beach Seafood Restaurant, one of Singapore’s seafood havens. Having won many accolades for their pepper and chilli crabs, this restaurant is a tourist magnet! Enjoy the fat drunk prawns and delectable meaty lobsters?
After your contented dinner, stroll down to Marina Bay beach and enjoy the fireworks as it makes love to the sky and our excitement! Being in his arms, after a grateful meal, wouldn't the experience be an extraordinary one? There is just something about fireworks which completes my National Day!
Thank god it's public holiday the next day! Head to your nearest K-box and sing your night through. Entertain and amuse yourself for you have the entire Monday to sleep in! I love karaoke nights especially when there is no work tomorrow and I can sing the night silly without worrying about time!
How about singing our National Anthem proud and loud in the room? Also, K-box is giving free mocktails from 8th to 10th August! Bring along a friend, a relative or cousin, whoever is 44 years old and get $19.65 nett for cover charge and for all persons in the same room!
I am already excited for National Day. Karaoke makes me happy. Fireworks make me happier. But cheap good food makes me fly to the sky!
Happy National Day, Singapore. Thank you, DBS. I heart you!
