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Colony at Ritz-Carlton Millenia: Throwback buffet review
This is really a #throwback post – missing buffets of the pre-covid19 era. A trip down memory lane, here’s pictures from Colony at Ritz-Carlton Millenia Singapore – before the pandemic hit and buffets have never been the same since then. Colony always been one of my favourite places for hotel buffets, and here’s my tribute to this place.
Fairmont Signature King Suite review: special weekend rates with American Express
A spacious room with a huge living area, bathtub, and child-friendly set up. We had special room rates that were afforded to holders of a qualifying American Express Credit card, and got a double room category upgrade in addition to that. Check out how it all happened.
Complimentary Birthday Cake from Cat and the Fiddle, thanks to the American Express Platinum Reserve Card
Thank you American Express for the free birthday cake! Nearing the birthday month, Platinum Reserve Card holders will get a coupon to redeem a cake from Cat and the Fiddle. Read more about it here.
American Express Love Dining guide: 2021 Restaurants
I’ve always been a fan of Love Dining – it’s the best discounted dining programme I’ve found in Singapore, as it allows patrons to dine at up to 50% off in hotels and upscale restaurants. Here’s my updated 2021 Love Dining guide for Restaurants! Check out all the new dining establishments right here.
St Regis Sunday Brunch: Best Champagne Brunch in Singapore at Brasserie Les Saveurs
The St Regis Sunday brunch review: an amazing cold seafood platter, grilled lobster, carefully curated entrees, chef’s recommended mains, and the most colourful dessert tray ever. Plus, we got 25% off with supper club!
Paulaner Brauhaus review: German restaurant, Bavarian menu and on-site handcrafted beers
Paulaner Brauhaus review: we had some lovely Bavarian sausages,deep-fried schnitzel, meat patties, and battered apple rings. Even better was the 1-for-1 handcrafted beers made on-site! Plus, get up to 50% off with love dining.
Love Dining benefits by American Express: Hotel Dining Guide
The complete Love Dining hotel guide and its benefits. With American Express, enjoy up to 50% off dining in reputable hotels such as St.Regis, Marriott, W Hotel, Swissotel, and more!
More Love Dining updates: Fullerton and Fullerton Bay join in, New Restaurants, exit of Capitol Kempinski
Great news for Love Dining fans! The Fullerton Hotel (Jade, Town, Courtyard) and Fullerton Bay hotel (Lantern, Landing Point, La Brasserie) have joined the Love Dining programme. However, the Capitol Kempinski exits the programme. Fret not however, as there are FOUR new restaurants that have also been added. Read more to find out what they are!
Basilico at Regent Singapore joins Love Dining
New Love Dining partner alert – Basilico, an Italian restaurant at Regent Singapore, joins the programme. Whoohoo!
Mad for Garlic exits Love Dining
Mad for Garlic will no longer offer Love Dining benefits from 1st Jan 2021 onwards. While I’m not so personally affected by this change, I do wonder about the general state of the Love Dining programme. Read more on my thoughts here.
Updates to Love Dining: Exit of Burlamacco Ristorante and TWG
Sad but true: Burlamacco Ristorante and TWG used to offer love dining benefits, but card holders will no longer get discounted dining (previously up to 50% off) at these two dining establishments.
Burlamacco Ristorante review: our second visit
Burlamacco Ristorante review: Italian fare at its best. We had foie gras, an exquisite pan-seared cod, top-notch pasta, and the best Italian desserts in town. And we got 50% off with American Express Love Dining benefits.
L’Espresso Afternoon Tea buffet review: Festive Menu at Goodwood park hotel
L’Espresso Afternoon Tea Buffet – Once a year, my family would enjoy a Christmas-themed meal at a hotel. This year the honours goes to Goodwood Park hotel. The carved turkey and desserts were especially good.
PAUL review: Boulangerie Patisserie at Ngee Ann City
PAUL Singapore review: behold, the French bakery and restaurant serving all-day breakfast, fresh salads, savoury mains, and elegant desserts. Any deals? Yup – there’s 1-for-1 mains with the Entertainer app.
St Regis Afternoon Tea review at Brasserie Les Saveurs
St Regis Afternoon Tea review: beautiful desserts and dainty sandwiches in a romantic, regal setting at Brasserie Les Saveurs. Get 25% off High Tea with Supper Club membership.
St. Regis staycation: Grand Deluxe King room. And special review of Remede spa!
For our St. Regis staycation, with Marriott Bonvoy Gold membership, we received a complimentary upgrade from the Executive Deluxe King to the Grand Deluxe King. The highlight of our stay though, was Remede spa = it’s the best hotel spa found to date!
St Regis Singapore review: Executive Deluxe King room
St. Regis Singapore review: Executive Deluxe King room. Awesome butler service, comfortable luxurious marble bathroom, amazing hotel sets for breakfast. Hands down our best staycation to date!
St Regis Christmas Takeaways: 20% off with Supper Club
Phenomenal treats available at the St Regis Singapore Christmas festive menu: 5 kinds of log cakes, succulent Christmas Roasts, and bespoke hampers. Read more!
Saint Laurent Toy Loulou bag review
The Saint Laurent Toy Loulou is a popular mini bag these days. It easily the fits daily essentials – short wallet, card holder, phone, a bit of makeup. In velvet, the bag feels extra luxe and its perfect for formal events.
Love Dining updates: TWG, FYR, and Charlem Thai
Love Dining updates: sadly, Charlem Thai has ceased operations, FYR will not offer benefits on Fridays, and TWG outlets at Orchard area exit Love Dining.
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