Free wedding solemnisation venue for couples, 1-for-1 night stay at Raffles Hotel Singapore & other deals this week

We scour the island for the best deals in the time of Covid-19 to help you stretch your dollar and keep you in the loop on the hottest trends.

'Cos good things must share.

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Free wedding solemnisation venue

The outbreak of coronavirus and recently-implemented social distancing rules have impacted social gatherings in Singapore. Unsurprisingly, soon-to-be married couples have had to scramble to salvage their wedding plans.

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However, one venue is here to save the day for Muslim couples unable to proceed with their solemnisation ceremonies. From April 1 to 30, The Ballroom Singapore is offering their venue for free to affected couples so that they can continue with their nikah ceremonies. They will also be providing light refreshments for guests.

In return, couples can use the venue for an hour and as long as they keep the ceremony limited to a total of 10 people.

Where: The Ballroom Singapore, 86 East Coast Road, Singapore 428788

$16.90 Xiaomi automatic soap dispenser 

By now, washing your hands regularly should become a habit to keep the coronavirus at bay.

To make things more convenient, the Mijia Automatic Soap Dispenser by Xiaomi dispenses soap without needing to touch it, reducing the risk of being in contact with any germs.

The soap dispenser is now going for only $16.90 (U.P. $22.90) on Qoo10, plus it comes with one free mask per purchase.

It'll also come with the original Xiaomi antibacterial liquid soap and batteries, and each bottle will dispense soap up to 400 times.

Complimentary 2nd night stay at Raffles Hotel Singapore

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With all the safe distancing measures set in place, staying home can get a little boring and restless. If you're one of those who are aching for an escape, Raffles Hotel Singapore is offering a complimentary second night stay in one of its luxurious suites when you make a booking before April 30.

Valid for stays from now till June 30, 'The Suite Life' staycation package lets you enjoy life like a true Crazy Rich Asian without burning a hole in your pocket. It is priced at $795, a discounted price from its usual rates starting from $809 per night in its suites. 

The package comes complete with perks and privileges at the hotel's pampering amenities and facilities, including breakfast for two at Tiffin Room, a special gift from the Raffles Boutique, and more.

Enjoy one-for-one night stays at other hotels in Singapore too.

Where: 1 Beach Rd, Singapore 189673 

Cold Storage free extra salad topping

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Love the earth with Cold Storage by bringing your own salad bowl to the salad bars.

From now till April 23, the supermarket chain will be giving out an extra topping for free when you join them in their efforts to reduce single-use plastic. 

Apart from keeping your hands clean during this pandemic, you'll want to keep your immunity up by eating lots of vegetables and fruits, and Cold Storage lets you do just that while saving the earth.

Mid-season sale at Charles & Keith

If online shopping helps to keep your spirits up during this season, then do what makes you happy. 

Charles & Keith is having a mid-season sale online, with handbags, shoes and accessories going at a discount.

Time to refresh your wardrobe and step out like a diva that you are when the coronavirus situation takes a turn for the better.

KitKat McFlurry for $2

Sweeten up your McDonald's meal with the KitKat McFlurry for just $2.

Valid from now till April 15, enjoy the ice-cold dessert with any purchase at any McDonald's restaurant with self-ordering kiosk from 12pm to 4am, or McDelivery when you key in the code 'Kitkat4me', while stocks last.

The deal is in-app exclusive, so make sure you download it to enjoy!

2 free chicken rice at Ok Chicken Rice

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Ok Chicken Rice and Singaporeans have jointly contributed to the 'Champaign Cheer Up' to show love to all the frontline workers who have been working hard at fighting the coronavirus since day one. 

If you're a staff working at all hospitals and polyclinics, you can redeem two plates of chicken rice to enjoy it with a family member, while you spend some quality time with over a meal.

Ok Chicken Rice is also giving one free plate to those who work in private transport services and have provided services to any hospital or polyclinics within the past three days, as well as volunteers who have organised activities for frontline staff.

Where: Blk 721, Ang Mo Kio Ave 8, Singapore 560721 (beside Djitsun Mall & Jubilee Sq)

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