Isabel Leong, Author at MoneyDigest.sg

Why Clarke Quay is the best place in the CBD to have your lunch

Known for its buzzing night life, Clarke Quay has as much to offer in the day as at night. With more than 20 promotions offered for lunch, you can reward yourself with a mid-day break with artisan food. Be it Asian cuisine, Western delights or local tastes, Clarke Quay has a smorgasbord of lunch options to choose from!

Cast away your Monday Blues!

Come every first Monday of the month, catch 1-for-1 deals at selected outlets. Participating outlets include Fremantle Seafood Market, Talay Thai and more.

Affordable Lunch Sets from $10++.

With lunch sets that begin from $10++, you can now grab Xiao Chen Gu Shi’s Chicken Rice set, Hooters’ signature Wings & Fries, Fremantle Seafood Market‘s Seafood Aglio Olio or choose between 1- to 3-course meals at Hot Stones.

For $15++, you can also catch (pun intended) Catch Beer & Batter’s Signature Ale Battered Fish & Chips, Muchos’ Mexican Quesadillas, a taste of Balinese cuisine at Bayang, Tomo Izakaya and Hutong. Cannot go without a beer to accompany your lunch? McGettigan’s Irish beers and Harry’s are excellent lunch options with $15++ sets. (Beers are not included in lunch promotions.)

Try these new kids on the block.

You can’t miss the all-time favourite Phad Thai from Talay Thai, known for its new Thai Tapas concept. VLV Singapore, Red House Seafood, Da Miao Hotpot and Philly Shack are some of the other F&B outlets that have also recently sprung up in Clarke Quay. In case you haven’t heard of Philly Shack, they are home to the authentic Philadelphia Cheesesteak, or Philly Cheesesteak, as they are more commonly known.

Ideal business lunch venue.

If you’re looking for a quality dining location to host your business lunches, upmarket VLV offers a 7-course set lunch, which features their speciality “Duo of Dim Sum” and “Sweet & Sour Chilean Seabass”. Peony Jade also offers a 5-course set lunch, with its upmarket food items at only $25++ per pax! Their signature smoked duck with black peppercorn sauce, cappuccino pork spare ribs garnished with almond flakes, crabmeat bouillon with golden mushroom, spicy sze chuan ma po tofu are some of the items not to be missed.

Happy Hour at lunch.

Because why not? Experience a modernized Irish pub experience at McGettigan’s Irish bar. Catch Beer & Batter and Harry’s are some of the other pubs and restaurants open from mid-day, so in case you need a quick perk-me-up, Clarke Quay’s myriad of choices have got you covered!

Near the CBD, less time travelling

Surrounded by the business districts of City Hall, Raffles Place and Dhoby Ghaut, Clarke Quay is a prime location for a quick bite, or a leisurely lunch date with your colleagues.

Kids dine for FREE every SUNDAYS!

We know Sunday is a family day. Come Sunday from 12pm to 3pm, for every every 2 paying adults, 1 kid gets to dine for free at restaurants such as VLV Singapore, Hot Stones, Fremantle Seafood Market, Talay Thai, Catch Beer & Batter and McGettigan’s.

Enjoy free parking from 12.30pm – 1.30pm from Monday to Friday, excluding Public Holidays.

Enjoy free parking from 12.30pm – 1.30pm from Monday to Friday, excluding Public Holidays.

CapitaStar members are rewarded

All CapitaStar members will also receive 3 times bonus STAR$* for your lunch receipts at Clarke Quay.

Family free game

Every alternate Sundays in the month of April, there will be free games for families and it will be an excellent time to reconnect and bring the family together!

What are you waiting for? Make a reservation for your next lunch date!

For more information, please visit www.clarkequay.com.sg/lunch

*Terms & conditions apply, information is accurate at the time of print, please check with individual outlets for details.

Get A Headstart To Hair Perfection – How To Achieve Healthy Hair Naturally

Did you know, hair loss can occur even in your 20s, and it affects most males and females? Frequent use of chemicals in hair styling or treatments, menopause, dandruff, stress and a poor diet all contributes to hair loss.

A good bed of hair is no doubt our crowning glory. The colour, length, style and volume of one’s hair is associated with youth, appeal, health and power. Making a good first impression is important, and having good hair plays a large part in conveying confidence.

At Beijing 101, TCM principles are employed by using premium grade Chinese herbs such as Dang Gui, Ginseng & He Shou Wu to treat hair and scalp problems. With the aid of their qualified TCM practitioners, they have effectively treated hair loss in more than 60 countries over the past 40 years.

9 in 10* of Beijing 101’s customers have seen increased hair growth after regular treatments. They felt their hair feeling healthier, and was provided with the right solution to their hair or scalp problems. There was also no side-effects or irritation felt after their treatment sessions. The efficacy of Beijing 101 solutions lie in the ingredients used, along with how they are combined to produce optimal results.

Exclusive to Money Digest’s readers: From now till 31 Dec, enjoy a Hair Gro Treatment @ $38* w/GST (U.P. $366) + FREE Hair Care Product# (worth up to $198)

*Beijing 101’s claim based on research conducted by Nielsen, 1st Oct to 15th Oct 2016, among 169 Beijing 101 customers, aged 18 years old and above who are receiving hair treatments.

Indulge in Esplanade’s festive offerings without breaking your bank.

Come December, Esplanade offers a whole month of free programmes, activities, crafts workshops and roving performances for families, friends and lovers alike. There is even PJ Harvey to look forward to when January arrives.

Don’t miss Alan and Evan’s ukulele performance on 16 December. Together, they have over 12 years of experience playing the ukulele. Alan has performed at major festivals such as Bangkok Ukulele Festivals. At only 11 years old, Evan has already performed for three years. Let them take you through different eras and music genres on this traditional Hawaiian instrument.

Celebrate meaningful relationships and positivity with local singer-songwriters Audris Ho and Charlyn Too. There will also be a special guest appearance by Lily Goh, Founder of ExtraOrdinary Horizons (a social enterprise for the Deaf) on 18 December.

If you’re itching for some action, catch SherePunjab Bhangra (SPB) around Esplanade, as they teach you some Bhangra dance moves so you can groove along with them. Bhangra dance is a traditional dance originating from Punjab, and SherePunjab Bhangra has uniquely combined Punjabi folk traditions with Western pop music in their performances.

Introduce your little tots to a world of music with Vocal Fun!, a music workshop for ages 3 to 6. Angelina Choo from Urban Music Productions brings music in through various games and songs, and lets children experiment the endless possibilities they can do with their own voices. Don’t miss this one session held only on 10 December!

If you‘ve watched popular Taiwanese movie film Our Times《我的少女时代》, you don’t want to miss Arpeggione Quartet rendition of it. Happening on 29 & 30 December at the Esplanade Concourse, let this talented string quartet serenade you with an evening of classic jazz and local favourites.

And of course, countdown to the new year at Esplanade with some of the best views of the impressive 8-minute long fireworks display over the marina. With a total of 6 performances on New Year’s Eve, Singapore Char Siew Baos! And The Mad Company will be there to entertain you all night long at the Esplanade Outdoor Theatre from 7pm to 1am. If you’ve watched MediaCorp Channel 5’s 2010 One Moment of Glory, The Singapore Char Siew Baos! would be familiar to you. They came in as semi-finalists in this reality competition. The Mad Company, on the other hand, consists of alumni from Republic Polytechnic who express their passion for music through unplugged music.

For the full list of upcoming events, please visit the Esplanade’s website here: www.esplanade.com/celebratedecember.

We can’t help but share other exciting news brewing in Esplanade this January. Usher in the new year with musician, poet, artist, and only two-time winner of the Mercury Music Prize, PJ Harvey. Harvey is an international icon who has commanded attention throughout her career of more than two decades. She has carved a name for herself in the international music industry, earning numerous Grammy and Brit Award nominations and Artist of the Year awards from Rolling Stone and Spin. Throughout her music journey, she has worked with various music veterans such as Thom Yorke, Nick Cave, Tricky, Björk, Mark Lanegan, and Gordon Gano of Violent Femmes.

At her only stop in Southeast Asia as part of her international tour, Harvey showcases music from her acclaimed latest release The Hope Six Demolition Project, together with her full 10-piece band on 13 January. Prices start from $68 ($45 for students, NSFs and seniors).

Get your tickets from: http://bit.ly/PJHarveyEsp

“If there were any rules about what makes a genuine rock god, then Polly Jean Harvey has torpedoed most of them by now…she is a powerhouse.”

– The Guardian

‘Tis the season of giving (& receiving)!

Win a trip to Club Med Maldives or Bali!

Purchase the Esplanade&Me Black or White Card and stand a chance to win a free holiday to Club Med Maldives or Bali! Valid from 1 – 31 Dec 2016.

Festive Specials

Enjoy festive deals and take a lucky dip to win special gifts such as limited edition esplanadeXsupermama porcelain plate sets, E&Me White cards, to #artsXlife experiences only at Esplanade Mall! Valid from 1-31 Dec 2016. *T&Cs apply.

Touching Lives with the Gift of Arts

Esplanade is a not-for-profit arts centre with a social mission. They believe in transforming lives through the arts. This December, join them as they bring the joy of the arts to even more people from different communities. Your contribution will help their beneficiaries from various VWOs to enjoy a hosted visit to a performance at Esplanade, as well as creative workshops conducted by artists. Find out how you can make a difference here.

Suit up with the finest bespoke garments from Gieves and Hawkes

Originally from Britain, Gieves and Hawkes had their tailoring roots dating all the way back in the 1700s. Gieves was supplying for the British Royal Navy while Hawkes served the British Army. The two finally came together in 1974 to what is now known as Gieves & Hawkes.

Their irrevocable commitment to excellence has earned them a reputation that reached far and wide, with historic customers such as Duke of Wellington, Charlie Chaplin, Admiral Lord Nelson, Sir Winston Churchill, Ian Fleming and Michael Jackson who have patronized their services.

Each of their products are crafted with the most precise specifications, following the Savile Row tradition. They are a product of lavish fabrics, expert tailoring craftsmanship and skilled assurance.

Where bespoke suits were made in the workrooms under the shop at No. 1 Savile Row, Gieves & Hawkes have branched out to 9 countries worldwide, one of which includes its Singapore branch at Paragon that opened in February 2015.

In a bid to bring royalty to the people, stores today sell ready-to-wear suits and offer Private Tailoring service. This personalized service allows one to indicate their style preferences, lifestyle and requirements for the suit, followed by their choice of fabric from hundreds of fabric available. Precise measurements are then taken, with a Private Tailoring consultant who is personally responsible for the making of your suit from beginning to end.

Gieves & Hawkes’ collection of outerwear features an international style one would describe as dapper with a touch of British. As former creative director Jason Basmajian sums it, “I want to keep a British accent, but speak an international language”. Basmajian is renowned for giving the creative directions of luxurious menswear brands such as Calvin Klein, Donna Karan, ST Dupont and Brioni.

From now till 30 Nov, Gieves and Hawkes will run an end-of-season, where you can expect discounts of up to 50%. UOB Cardmembers enjoy additional 10% to 20% off on the sale items.

Gieves and Hawkes is located at Paragon #01-27, 290 Orchard Road, Singapore 238859. Operating hours from 10.00AM to 0900PM daily

Parisian fashion house Cerruti 1881’s end-of-season sale lets you enjoy up to 50% off high-to-luxury end menswear.

Cerruti 1881 is a brand of the fashion house Cerruti founded in 1967 in Paris by the Italian stylist and fashion producer Nino Cerruti.

Cerruti 1881 retails luxury prêt-à-porter, jeans, sportswear, fragrances, leather goods, watches, jewellery, eyewear, ties, shoes and writing instruments.

Jason Basmajian, Cerruti 1881’s chief creative officer, was formerly creative director of Savile Row’s Gieves & Hawkes and earlier managed Italian tailoring brand Brioni as the Artistic Director. He was accorded one of Telegraph Luxury’s 2015 Visionaries.

Jason Basmajian set out to combine classic tailoring with technical fabrics, and has a reputation for revitalising classic brands and giving it a modern, relevant twist, as he does with Cerruti 1881’s collections. His history of success comes through from understanding the core brand values.

Cerruti lets his designs speak for itself, in letting its sartorial elegance exude, with a trace of sensuality. It attracts the personality of someone who is a rule-bender. Someone who is masculine, yet sexy. Warm, yet confident. It’s for the pragmatic who wants to stay relevant in fashion.

Cerruti is not about being ostentatious. It’s for the man who wants to be fashionable, without making too loud a statement. It’s for the man with a cool, quiet confidence.

Nino Cerruti, founder of Cerruti 1881, never advocated fashion for fashion’s sake. His garments embody functionality and comfort. His fabric is held in high regard. He believes in letting the fabric show for itself through its quality, with a focus on amalgamating creativity and technology. Think beautiful fabrics such as waterproof silk, silk seersucker and cashmere denim.

From now till 30 Nov, Cerruti 1881 will run an end-of-season sale, where you can expect discounts of up to 50%. UOB Cardmembers enjoy additional 10% to 20% off on the sale items.

Cerruti 1881 is located at Paragon #01-28, 290 Orchard Road, Singapore 238859. Operating hours from 10.00AM to 0900PM daily

Exclusive to Money Digest’s readers: From now till 31 Dec, enjoy a Hair Gro Treatment @ $38* w/GST (U.P. $366) + FREE Hair Care Product# (worth up to $198)

*Beijing 101’s claim based on research conducted by Nielsen, 1st Oct to 15th Oct 2016, among 169 Beijing 101 customers, aged 18 years old and above who are receiving hair treatments.

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