Celeste Elle, Author at MoneyDigest.sg

You can now shop Singapore homemade chilli sauces on Instagram

Singaporeans’ love for sauces will never die. Especially chilli sauce. We can’t deny how good it is with almost everything. Be it fries, nuggets, or noodles, eating it without chilli sauce just doesn’t feel complete. If you share the same sentiments, grab a bottle or two of the homemade chilli sauces we’re about to introduce to you.

#1: @SHIOKUNTILBLUR

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The name is already a giveaway. It’s so good you have to try it to believe it.

At the time of writing, there are mainly two types of chilli sauces you can purchase – the SuperShiok Sambal Original and Sambal Kicap. It’s made from fresh chilli and not dried ones, in case you’re wondering. They’ve also advertised it as non-oily for the health-conscious. It’s also halal and safe for Muslims to consume.

Price: 6 SGD

How to order?

Website: www.shiokuntilblur.com

WhatsApp: 9239 4542

#2: @TINKERFUN.HOMEMADE

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Tinkerfun is the brainchild of Michelle Lee, a producer that has worked on MasterChef Asia and MasterChef Singapore. She’s also an ex-chef with work experiences in restaurants such as L’atelier Joel Robuchon and The Black Swan. You can expect the best blend of chillies from her home kitchen!

Other than chillies, watch her Instagram space for new food creations. We’re now depressed that we missed out on her bak zhang for the Dragon Boat Festival last June.

Price: 9.50 SGD

How to order?

WhatsApp: 9772 0558

DM via Instagram: @tinkerfun.homemade

#3: @MALAHGIC

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MaLAHgic, which refers to ‘mala magic, lah’, is the creation of a 76-year-old grandfather. It was born out of love for his 10-year-old grandson who is a mala fanatic. Now, he’s making it for you! Your bottle of MaLAHgic will not just be purely spice but a healthy and preservative-free version.

Delivery is free for purchases over 100 SGD. If not, 10 SGD delivery fee applies. You can also opt for self-collection at East Coast.

Price: 10 SGD

How to order?

Google Form: Fill up this order form

#4: @ZHEN_DE_LA

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Warning: This is not for amateurs. The spice level is no joke for some. If you’re confident identifying yourself as a chilli master, then go ahead and purchase a few bottles of their fiery sambal belachan. It’s the creation of Chef Jeremmy Chiam of Le Binchotan.

You can have the fiery sambal belachan chilli sauce delivered to you together with the label’s Hokkien mee, flower clams, and fried chicken delights.

Price: 10 SGD

How to order?

WhatsApp: 8721 3939

KKday’s bringing you the overseas experience via food and snacks

Where are my foodies at? One of the major satisfactions of travelling overseas is being able to taste the local flavours. Whether it’s the food or snacks, it’s a must to bring home some for the family. With the ongoing pandemic, it might be a little hard to do so in the coming months.

We chanced upon Kkday’s offerings and thought to share it with you guys. Kkday is now offering special snack boxes you can purchase on its website. To be specific, flavours from Japan, Korea, Thailand, and Taiwan. There are also some other food choices from Taiwan you can get it delivered to you. Let’s get started with the details!

#1: WHAT IS KKDAY?

For those who may be unfamiliar with the name ‘KKday’, here’s a short introduction for you. They are a Taiwan e-commerce travel platform that connects you with tours and activities. You can sometimes get food deals from their platform as well. And that’s what we’re going to introduce to you next.

#2: SPECIAL SNACK EXPERIENCE

This is the section you’ve been waiting for. As mentioned earlier, there are four types of country snack boxes you can purchase – from Japan, Korea, Thailand, and Taiwan. Apart from Singapore, you can choose to have it delivered to several other countries. You now have the option to send it to your loved ones in Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines, Hong Kong, or Korea.

Here’s a good look at the variety of snacks you may receive:

Japan Special Snack Box (delivery to Singapore from 39 SGD)

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Korea Special Snack Box (delivery to Singapore from 34.75 SGD)

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Here’s a closer look with more options. Did you spot your favourite brands? I found mine!

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Thailand Special Snack Box (delivery to Singapore from 28.80 SGD)

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I spy with my little eye, something beginning with D… it ends with N. Did you see?

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Taiwan Special Snack Box (delivery to Singapore from 36.50 SGD)

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The ‘milk tea’ items have officially won me over.

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Before you hurry to make a purchase, there are mainly two sizes to consider. They are the normal and jumbo box. The normal box is the smaller version between the two and you will receive only selected snacks. As for the jumbo box, the name explains it all.

Delivery to Singapore will take approximately three working days. Do expect some delay during this period. Download the app to enjoy 5% off your order with discount code ‘APP5OFF’!

#3: TASTE OF TAIWAN

Taiwan fans can now get Taiwan’s specialities via KKday as well. These are some of the popular options:

Chia Te Bakery Pineapple Cake Gift Bag (delivery to Singapore from 27 SGD)

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Sugar & Spice Nougat Gift Bag (delivery to Singapore from 26 SGD)

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Spicy Noodle Gift Box (delivery to Singapore from 30.50 SGD)

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So, which snacks are you going to bag home?

Great Eastern’s GREAT Comprehensive Care insurance for freelancers

Freelancers, rejoice! Great Eastern has rolled out an insurance just for you. Coined as the ‘GREAT Comprehensive Care‘, it allows you to enjoy the healthcare support you need for lower than a dollar a day. Now, you can continue the flexibility you’ve always fancied without worrying about coverage.

The insurance is a policy in partnership with Doctor Anywhere. Doctor Anywhere is one of the telemedicine providers we’ve previously covered in one of our articles. Carry on reading if you’re keen to know more about the key benefits and more information about the insurance plan.

#1: KEY BENEFITS

There are three main benefits of the GREAT Comprehensive Care insurance. They are convenient outpatient care, personal accident coverage, and daily hospital cash.

Convenient outpatient care

This refers to the online video consultations with a doctor. You can benefit from up to 12 consultations via Doctor Anywhere. Say goodbye to physical queues and hello to convenience from the comfort of home, wherever that might be.

Personal accident coverage

Get the protection you need against death and Total and Permanent Disability (TPD) in the case of an accident. First up, for deaths and TPD due to an accident, you will get 100% of the sum assured as stated in your Certificate of Insurance. Next, for deaths in Singapore due to COVID-19, you will be assured 10,000 SGD.

Daily hospital cash

In short, you will receive a daily hospital allowance if required to stay in a hospital in Singapore. This only applies if you’re warded for at least 12 hours with the reason being an illness or accident that has happened within 36 hours. There’s also additional daily cash allowance if you’re admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).

Exclusions may apply.

#2: BASIC AND DELUXE PLANS

There are two plans to choose from – basic and deluxe. The key difference is in the maximum payout amount should you submit a claim. Thus, do expect to pay a different price under each plan.

Price

The basic plan starts from $264 per year while the deluxe plan from $446 per year.

Outpatient care

The basic plan allows up to six video consultations. The deluxe plan at twice the amount, at 12 video consultations. This benefit is transferable to your friends and family members. You can do so via the UPGREAT mobile app.

Hospital and surgical benefits

Under the basic plan, you will obtain a daily hospital cash amount of 100 SGD. In addition to that, if warded in the ICU, you will receive another 100 SGD per day. While for the deluxe plan, both amounts are at 150 SGD respectively.

Personal accident benefits

For deaths and TPD due to an accident under the basic plan, you will get a lump sum payout of 100,000 SGD. As for the deluxe plan, you will secure 150,000 SGD instead. Both plans provide a payout of 10,000 SGD if the death is caused by COVID-19.

#3: SCENARIO

Great Eastern has done a great job with this infographic. Take a look at the scenario created to have a better idea of how the GREAT Comprehensive Care insurance works.

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Check out the FAQs here. If you have more questions, contact their customer service via 6248 2112. You may also email them at [email protected].

Online fashion stores with ongoing sales up to 70%

The Great Singapore Sale (GSS) is a little different this year. For the first time in its 26-year history, GSS is cancelled for 2020. Usually held between June and August, it’s taking a break thanks to the pandemic. Let’s hope the economy picks up in 2021 in time for GSS to occur.

But fashionistas, not to worry. Online fashion stores are still having their sales! Some of them are offering up to 70% discounts and we will show you the way if you’re willing to spend. Ready to use that credit card? Here’s a list of online stores with mid-season sales.

#1: POMELO

Pomelo is having their end of season sale with items up to 70% off. They are also putting the cherry on top with sweet deals like extra discounts. Use ‘EOSS25SG’ for 25% off, available with a minimum spend of 120 SGD. Applicable sitewide.

We like how it’s so easy to navigate the sale section. You can sort the sale items based on the percentage of discount! There are also extra filters to find the right categories, brand, size, and more. We went straight to the 70% section and stumbled upon this Plaid Tie Waist Jumpsuit (16.20 SGD) available in beige and blue. The one-piece makes a great outfit for the next back-to-the-office trip you’re going to take.

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#2: ARKET

The brand which is under the H&M Group is having a 50% sale on its summer collection. There are three fashion categories for you to shop from: women, men, and children.

Ladies who are heading back to the gym or your workout classes, how about a new pair of nylon running tights (30 USD) at 57% off? Complete your look with a pair of Adidas falcon trainers (65 USD). For the gentlemen, we’ve not forgotten about you. We were eyeing these lightweight cotton trousers (35 USD) made from organic cotton. The breathable material makes it a perfect choice for Singapore’s weather.

Image Credits: Arket

#3: PANDORA

We’re ending our list of online fashion stores with Pandora because accessories are equally important. Pandora is offering up to 50% off its items with an additional 20% off if you purchase at least three sale items or more. Buy yourself a gift or share this with your significant other as a hint!

The sale items are priced from 9 SGD. Whether you’re keen to purchase a Rainbow Hearts Charm (39 SGD), Blue Sparkling Crown Ring (79 SGD), or a Sparkling Honeycomb Hexagon Collier Necklace (79 SGD), there’s no better time than now to shop.

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Handheld beauty gadgets you can buy to tighten sagging skin

Have you been staring at yourself too much in the mirror lately? Are you noticing more fine lines and sagging skin? You’re probably not alone. Men and women alike, we don’t have the superpowers to defy gravity. Neither do we have the ability to slow down time the way the characters do in The King: Eternal Monarch.

But we can at least attempt to improve our skin condition using some handheld beauty gadgets. Some of us might think that the product price is too much to bear. But we urge you to think long-term. Like your money investments, think of this as a beauty investment for yourself. Coupled with some time and effort, you might be able to see positive results in the long run.

#1: LA VIE EN ROSE FACE ROLLER

La Vie en Rose Face Roller is part of the Angela Caglia series and the bestselling product. If you’re wondering, Angela Caglia is a celebrity esthetician with fans like Hillary Duff who have sworn by her products.

The roller is made from the ancient rose quartz, which is a type of gemstone that helps to boost circulation and improve elasticity. To see the best results, use it daily on your face and neck. Simply use the roller in gentle upward strokes on the target area. If you’d like, you can use it together with a detox serum.

Product price: 72 USD (100 SGD)

#2: LUNA GO SERIES

The LUNA go series is a creation by FOREO. The brand is headquartered in Sweden since 2013. They are all about discovering the potential of technology to improve daily living.

There are four types to choose from based on your skin condition – normal, combination, oily, and sensitive. The lightweight device combines T-Sonic™ cleansing and anti-ageing technology to give you radiant skin. Use the LUNA go’s massaging surface during cleansing and activate the anti-ageing mode onto wrinkle-prone points after. For the guys, FOREO has a special edition created just for you.

Product price: 159 SGD

#3: JADE ROLLER + GUA SHA TOOL SET

Price does not always dictate quality. For the price-conscious consumers, how about trying out an all-natural jade roller and gua sha tool set? We’ve previously explained how to use a roller so look back at point one if necessary. Let’s focus our attention on the gua sha tool.

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If you’re unfamiliar with the term ‘gua sha’, just know that it’s commonly known as scraping. Using the scraping method, it helps to promote blood circulation and drainage of the lymph nodes. Try keeping to the long-stroke routine, moving upwards and outwards. If you’re not sure how to use it, there’s always YouTube.

Product price: from 10 SGD

Let us know if you’ve tried any of the above-mentioned products or other gadgets that have worked for you? Sharing is caring!

#1: @SHIOKUNTILBLUR

#2: @TINKERFUN.HOMEMADE

#3: @MALAHGIC

#4: @ZHEN_DE_LA

#1: WHAT IS KKDAY?

#2: SPECIAL SNACK EXPERIENCE

#3: TASTE OF TAIWAN

#1: KEY BENEFITS

#2: BASIC AND DELUXE PLANS

#3: SCENARIO

#1: POMELO

#2: ARKET

#3: PANDORA

#1: LA VIE EN ROSE FACE ROLLER

#2: LUNA GO SERIES

#3: JADE ROLLER + GUA SHA TOOL SET

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