Fun & Exciting Things to Do in Singapore This September, Under S$50

#1: A MID-AUTUMN ODYSSEY BY EU YAN SANG

Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with Eu Yan Sang over delicious mooncakes, fragrant brewed tea, and more. This event takes place at two locations: Orchard Paragon on 7 September 2024 and Takashimaya on 14 September 2024, both from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Tickets are priced at S$28 for Eu Rewards Members and S$48 for Non-Members.

Grab a friend or family member to join in this delightful experience, which includes mooncake and tea sampling, tea appreciation with tea master Mr. Lincoln Han (on 7 September), a TCM talk by expert Physician Eric Tan (on 14 September), a DIY Mid-Autumn lantern session, light refreshments, and goodies worth S$76.20. Sounds like a good plan? Buy your tickets here.

#2: A SUNFLOWER SOJOURN AT CHANGI AIRPORT

If you’re looking for a no-cost way to immerse yourself in artistic floral displays, head to Changi Airport for the ongoing “A Sunflower Sojourn” event, running until 30 September 2024. Admire over 5,000 sunflowers with more than 10 varieties, including the pastel pink Strawberry Blonde and red and yellow Florenza, which are found across all four terminals. Check out these displays at Terminal 1 Central Piazza (Transit),Terminal 2 Departure Hall Centre (Public), Terminal 2 Departure North Check-in Rows 3-4 (Public), Terminal 2 Departure North Check-in Rows 9-10 (Public),Terminal 3 Departure Hall Centre (Public), Terminal 3 Crystal Garden (Transit),Terminal 3 Departure North Jewel Linkway (Public), and Terminal 4 Departure Hall Centre (Public).

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The floral joy extends outdoors to the Hub and Spoke Cafe, where you can indulge in sunflower-infused yogurt soft serve and butter toast. While art lovers such as myself can enjoy the replica of Vincent Van Gogh’s sunflower painting in the Departure Hall of Terminal 2.

#3: SOUND BATH BY HEALING HARMONIES

Let’s put an end to your stressful daily grind by joining the Healing Harmonies’ 60-minute sound bath experience! Happening on 7 September 2024 at 10 Selegie Road, this sound bath session is priced at S$38.00 per person. A sound bath is a meditative experience where attendees are soaked in sound waves, creating a unique experience. Even if you’ve never tried it before, this could be just what you need to rediscover peace as the soothing vibrations can quiet the mind and relax the body.

Ready to be completely relaxed? Grab your general admission ticket here.

#4: ART OF THE BRICK

Are you curious to find out what Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa or Van Gogh’s Starry Night would look like if these artworks are made out of LEGO? Discover these and more at the “Art of the Brick” exhibition happening now at Singapore Expo. This globally renowned showcase features over 150 LEGO sculptures by contemporary artist Nathan Sawaya, who transforms simple LEGO bricks into intricate masterpieces.

Image Credits: facebook.com/artofthebrickexpo

Kids can spot the 6-metre-long T-Rex skeleton and unleash their creativity at the interactive play and build area. What are you waiting for? Tickets start at S$14.90 for residents and S$18.90 for tourists. Get yours here.

#5: GARDENS BY THE BAY’S MID-AUTUMN FESTIVAL LANTERNS

For a magical and free experience, visit Gardens by the Bay’s Mid-Autumn Festival! The Gardens are transformed into a mythical wonderland with picturesque paths lined with lanterns until 22 September 2024. Enjoy larger-than-life lantern displays, some inspired by iconic playgrounds, as well as Singapore’s largest-ever flower carpet. You see, this year’s festivities pay tribute to the country’s rich heritage. Expect performances, games, and street food, which can be best enjoyed with your family or friends.

Image Credits: facebook.com/gardensbythebay

#6: MOLLY’S ANNIVERSARY  STATUES POP-UP

Molly, the beloved character created by artist Kenny Wong in 2006, is celebrating her first-ever anniversary with a statues pop-up at Bugis Junction – Malay Street, Level 1. Open until 22 September 2024, this pop-up features a thematic display inspired by Molly’s Classical Retro Series collection.

Fans can enjoy a walkthrough of Molly’s archival collections for free and shop for exclusive merchandise such as scented candles, blind boxes, fridge magnets, and a limited edition first-anniversary statue. Oh, a friendly reminder! Don’t miss the chance to snap a photo with the life-sized Molly sculptures before you leave. And if you’re willing to spend more than the budget, a minimum purchase gives you the chance to participate in creating your own Silk-Screen printed tote bag* (*Terms and Conditions apply, with limited stocks and selected date and timeslots only).

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Create wonderful memories with these budget-friendly activities this September!

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Most Beautiful & Delicious Mooncakes for Under S$100

The Mid-Autumn Festival, celebrated on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month, marks the end of the autumn harvest and is a time of reunion under the glowing full moon. In 2024, this festival falls on September 17th.

In Singapore, the festival is a time for families to enjoy vibrant Chinese lantern displays and other light shows at night. Children especially love the Mid-Autumn Festival for the mooncakes and the chance to parade around town holding lanterns with their parents.

MOONCAKE TRADITION

Mooncakes are the quintessential treat of the Mid-Autumn Festival. Traditionally filled with sweet bean paste or lotus seeds, these round pastries have deep cultural significance. The shape of the mooncake symbolizes the full moon, reflecting the festival’s origins in moon worship and harvest celebrations. While the religious aspects have faded, the mooncake remains a delicious and meaningful part of the festivities.

In earlier times, lanterns were crafted from colorful Chinese paper and lit with wax candles. Today, you’ll see lanterns made from cellophane bags and hangar wires, or store-bought versions powered by batteries and shaped like popular cartoon characters.

WHERE TO BUY THEM

#1: INTERCONTINENTAL SINGAPORE

For a luxurious mooncake experience, Man Fu Yuan at InterContinental Singapore offers a collection that’s as gorgeous as it is tasty. The Blossom and Botany snowskin mooncake collection features four new citrusy flavors, each molded into the restaurant’s iconic rose silhouette and paired with a delightful chocolate truffle center. Additionally, health-conscious individuals will appreciate their low-sugar baked mooncakes. Prices start from S$96 for four baked mooncakes.

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What’s more? You can use the code “MCK20” for 20% savings on all mooncakes until September 17, 2024. Selected credit cards enjoy 25% savings too. Order here: singapore.intercontinental.com

#2: CAPITOL KEMPINSKI HOTEL

Capitol Kempinski Hotel offers mooncakes in striking gold-embossed turquoise boxes, featuring new baked flavors like Red Bean Osmanthus with Mixed Nuts and Black Sesame Paste with Egg Yolk. Their new snowskin options consist Mocha Bailey’s and Yuzu Osmanthus. Prices start from S$72 for a set of eight mini baked mooncakes.

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Enjoy up to 30% off on orders placed before August 31, 2024, with exclusive privileges for UOB, OCBC, DBS, and Citibank cardmembers. Get it here: shop-capitolkempinski.myshopify.com.

#3. MANDARIN ORIENTAL SINGAPORE

For a touch of Peranakan charm, Mandarin Oriental Singapore offers mooncakes packaged in elegant boxes inspired by the hotel’s wall murals. The Cherry Garden Four Treasures box, priced at S$92, includes flavors like Chestnut with Exceptionally Singapore Tea and Almond, and Low Sugar White Lotus Paste with Tropical Oasis Tea and Coconut. Sounds delish, right?

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Purchase it here: singapore.mandarinorientalshop.com.

#4: ORCHARD HOTEL

Hua Ting Restaurant at Orchard Hotel presents an exquisite selection of mooncakes in sustainable craft boxes. Their offerings include the Black Sesame with Melon Seeds (S$80 per box of 4) and White Lotus Paste with Double Yolk and Macadamia Nuts (S$86 per box of 4) .

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Indulge in up to 25% off with their Early Bird Mooncake Promotion until September 2, 2024. Available here: millenniumhotels.com.

#5: ST. REGIS SINGAPORE

For those who prefer a smaller indulgence, St Regis Singapore’s Petite Gift Set offers two baked mooncakes or four mini snowskin mooncakes for S$65.80. The elegant pale blue-sleeved box includes flavors like Pu’er Tea with Melon Seeds or Red Dates and Walnut Paste with Lychee Martini Truffle.

Surely, these delicately delicious mooncakes are best paired with refreshing tea! Grab a set at giftwithstregis.oddle.me.

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These mooncakes not only make the perfect gift but also serve as a delightful way to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with loved ones. Happy Mid-Autumn Festival to all!

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This online site lets you order mooncakes from over 40 brands and 370 selections because Mid-Autumn Festival is coming

Ordering mooncakes is now easier than before

This Mid-Autumn, you can still stay home, stay safe, yet send your love and connect with your family and friends through mooncakes gifts ordered on Oddle Eats! With more than 40 brands and 370 mooncake selections, you can be sure to find your favourite mooncakes and other unique ones at Oddle Eats’ online mooncake festival.

Some of the highlights and top favourites this year include the new limited edition snow skin mooncakes from Four Seasons Hotel, Osmanthus Oolong & Lychee Tea Paste With Macadamia Nuts from Summer Pavilion, low-sugar mooncake collection placed in limited edited bags by The Marmalade Pantry, the popular choice of “Orh-Ni” mooncakes from Peony-Jade and many more.

Order now and enjoy early-bird promotions and on top of that enjoy credit card promotions when you pay with selected credit cards (limited redemptions) on Oddle Eats:

  • Take $7 OFF (Min $70) with Standard Chartered Credit Cards till 30 September 2021
  • Take $10 OFF (Min $80) with Citibank Credit Cards from 1 September to 30 October 2021
  • Take $5 OFF (Min $50) with DBS/POSB Credit Cards from 1 September to 30 November 2021

Check out some of the popular brands below and find many other exciting offers on Oddle Eats here now!

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Get ready for Mid-Autumn Festival 2020 with champagne truffle, lychee martini, smoked duck baked skin mooncakes, and more!

Mid-Autumn Festival 2020

Mid-Autumn Festival this year falls on the first day of October, which is a Thursday. For the foodies, this is the time to binge-eat mooncakes. Ha, just kidding.

But honestly, if we were to really get our hands on mooncakes, let’s make it worth the calories with unique flavoured ones. We’re talking about champagne truffle, lychee martini, smoked duck baked skin mooncakes, and more!

#1: Rose Tea Snowskin Mooncake with Champagne Truffle (8 pcs)

Rose Tea Snowskin Mooncake with Champagne Truffle

Price: 74 SGD

The pastel pink delight features a divine blend of creamy white lotus paste infused with rose tea. It’s accompanied with an aromatic centre of the bittersweet champagne truffle. Complemented with sweet, floral undertones, take just one bite and you might just fly over the moon.

From now till 26 August, check out with promo code “PUBLIC30” to enjoy a 30% early bird special.

#2: Lychee martini and chocolate truffle snow skin mooncakes (8 pcs)

Lychee martini and chocolate truffle snow skin mooncake

Price: 78 SGD

Bag home this box of eight homemade lychee martini and chocolate truffle snowskin mooncakes for the family. Cherry Garden, Mandarin Oriental Singapore also offers other low-sugar mooncakes for the health-conscious peeps.

For bulk enquiries, please contact [email protected].

#3: Assorted Nuts with Smoked Duck Baked Skin Mooncakes

Assorted Nuts with Smoked Duck Baked Skin Mooncake

Price: 78 SGD

Hold up. Did someone say smoked duck? You read that right. We couldn’t believe our eyes when we saw smoked duck baked skin mooncakes. Got us all curious now, hmm. It’s available for pre-order and ready for collection or delivery from 1 September to 1 October 2020.

For bulk orders, please call 6831 7253 or email [email protected].

#4: Low Sugar White Lotus Paste with Macadamia Nuts Baked Mooncakes (4 pcs)

Low Sugar White Lotus Paste with Macadamia Nuts Baked Mooncakes

Sale Price: 39.60 SGD (Usual Price: 72 SGD)

These exquisitely crafted mooncakes are filled with less sugar white lotus paste and baked to golden brown perfection. Filled with macadamia nuts, the mooncake offers a satisfying crunch in every bite.

Available for pre-order now. Collection from 14 August 2020.

#5: Assorted Nuts with Ham (‘Kum Toy’)

Assorted Nuts with Ham

Price: from 47 SGD

Before we could barely recover from the surprising smoked duck flavour, here’s another ‘wow!’. Goodwood Park Hotel’s Assorted Nuts with Ham (‘Kum Toy’) mooncake follows the traditional recipe from old with ingredients such as ‘Yunnan’ Ham, BBQ Pork, Walnut, Sesame Seed, Almond Flakes, Melon Seed, Cashew Nuts, and Candied Dried Fruit Peel.

15% off for Citi, DBS/POSB, OCBC, UOB Credit & Debit Cardmembers.

#6: Mao Shan Wang Durian Snowskin Mooncakes (4 pcs)

Mao Shan Wang Durian Snowskin Mooncakes

Price: 98 SGD

Features a rich, luscious Mao Shan Wang durian pulp encased within yellow snowskin, these mooncakes from Yàn echo the breathtaking full moon that rises high in the sky on the 15th day of the lunar month.

Bulk purchase discounts available. Delivery or self-collection from 31 August to 1 October 2020.

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Sanrio characters lanterns will be made available at Sanrio Gift Gate stores, and it comes with LED light projection!

Mid-Autumn Festival is around the corner, and there’s no better time to celebrate with colourful lanterns.

Sanrio Gift Gate, the official distributor of Sanrio gift merchandise in Singapore, will be releasing new Sanrio characters lanterns early next week. (No actual date has been announced but we are looking at the week starting from 25th Sep onwards)

Be the first to bring home some of the super cute characters such as:

  • Hello Kitty
  • Gudetama
  • Pompompurin
  • Kerokerokeroppi
  • Little Twin Stars
  • Hummingmint
  • The Runabouts

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Sanrio Projector Lanterns with LED lights at the bottom:

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Watch how the LED lights up the Sanrio characters:

The lanterns are available in three sizes: Large, Medium and Small with their prices at $6.80, $6.40 and $5.40 respectively.

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Sanrio Gift Gate Stores

– 6 Raffles Boulevard,#03-358, Marina Square, Singapore 039594
– 3 Gateway Drive, #04-29, Westgate, Singapore 608532
– 391 Orchard Road, Takashimaya, Singapore 238873
– 350 Orchard Road, Shaw House, Isetan Scotts, Singapore 238868
– 80 Marine Parade Road, Parkway Parade, Isetan Katong, Singapore 449269
– 23 Serangoon Central, Nex, Isetan Serangoon Central, Singapore 556083
– Vivocity, 1 Harbourfront Walk, Singapore 098585 #02-95

Read Also: More than S$500 worth of vouchers are up for grab when you apply for any of these credit cards! Apply before 30 Sep 17 

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