[Updated on 4 Jun 2021]
Due to the global economic disruption by COVID-19, our local Small Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are feeling the brunt. In this special series of meREWARDS’ #SupportLocal, we shed light on these Food & Beverage brands that strive to continue their business through adversities. Here’s how you can show your support during these trying times and #Savefnbsg with these 1-for-1 dining offers. As we tide through another year of challenges, let’s take them in stride with our heads held high.
1. Big Fish Small Fish
Source: Big Fish Small Fish
A true value for money, Big Fish Small Fish reels in different types of fish from dory to seabass, salmon and tilapia, fully battered and accompanied with freshly sliced potato crisps or premium skin-on fries. Dip your fish and crisps in their wide range of sublime free-flow sauces such as cheese, curry mayo, tartar and salted egg. Warning – the salted egg sauce is highly addictive! Pick your favourite from the Signature Fish & Crisp category (from $8.80 - $16.80).
2. Pen & Inc
Located in Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Pen & Inc is no stranger to the students and staff on campus. They are known for the laidback ambience where one can seek refuge after a long day in school. While they use fresh and quality ingredients, the price point remains affordable for all to enjoy.
Take your pick from our 1-for-1 offers on their Pizza, Pasta & Burger ($24) – we highly recommend the Chicken Tikka Pizza, Prawn & Asparagus Pasta and Whack-You (Wagyu) Burger. Round up your meal with their best-seller Molten Lava Torte – warm and gooey chocolate lava that oozes out from the chocolate cake, served with fresh berries compote and vanilla ice cream.
3. Rong Hua Bak Kut Teh
Source: Rong Hua Bak Kut Teh
Source: Rong Hua Bak Kut Teh
Relish mouth-watering peppery soup with tender pork ribs, best eaten any time of the day! Juicy pork ribs boiled for hours in a herbal broth that has become our beloved local comfort food. Don’t forget to ask for some you tiao or have it with rice. For just $11.90, enjoy 1-for-1 dining (Set Meal) at any of their outlets in Waterway Point, Fusionopolis and Marina Square.
4. Lalune Croissants
Source: Lalune Croissants
For the perfect evening snack with tea, breakfast or anytime of the day, Lalune Croissants bakes fresh buttery croissants that are worth indulging in. A golden crispy exterior and soft on the inside, this flaky goodness will have you gobbling it up in no time. Treat yourself to our 1-for-1 dining offers on Custard Croissants, Bubble Tea and Coffee from Lalune Croissants today.
5. Peng Cheng Xiao Chu 彭城小厨
Source: Peng Cheng Xiao Chu
Source: Peng Cheng Xiao Chu
For authentic Chinese cuisine, Peng Cheng Xiao Chu 彭城小厨, doesn’t disappoint. Best indulged with white rice, try the Seabass in Garlic Sauce, Claypot Tofu with Minced Pork to Mapo Tofu and many more. While it’s best eaten at the restaurant, served piping hot, they are also available for takeaways.
6. Nalan Restaurant
Source: Nalan Restaurant
Source: Nalan Restaurant
Who said vegetarian food is boring and bland? Marinated with flavourful herbs and spices, Nalan Restaurant is one of the top Indian Vegetarian eateries in Singapore. Taste authentic Northern and Southern Indian dishes from Idly, Pongal to Briyani. Be sure to order their Mango Lassi, made with yogurt and mango pulp.
7. Greyhound Café
Source: Greyhound Cafe
Source: Greyhound Cafe
A notable restaurant from Bangkok, Greyhound Café is an eclectic and artsy restaurant to visit. Bringing the Land of Smiles to you, but with a twist, quench your thirst with famous Thai drinks such as Lemongrass Drink and Thai Iced Coffee. Satisfy your hunger pangs with their highly recommended Spaghetti Vongole or Fusilli with Seafood Tom Yum.
8. Lowercase
Source: Lowercase
Source: Lowercase
Situated in LASALLE College of the Arts, Lowercase is a quaint and welcoming café for you to catch up with friends over coffee or do some work. From hand-stretched pizza such as Margherita ($8.80) to light bites such as Truffle Fries ($8.80) and Buffalo Wings ($8.80), this restaurant is the ideal hangout café with friends or family. Enjoy our exclusive offers of 1-for-1 Pizza, Pasta, Burger Set Meals or Meat Lovers Promo.
9. Tropical Sundays
Source: Tropical Sundays
Source: Tropical Sundays
Quench your thirst with yummy fruit tea beverages from Tropical Sundays! Using only freshly brewed tea, they substitute sugar with honey so you won’t feel guilty with each sip. And instead of pearls, they use nata de coco. Take your pick from Berries Fairies to Pine Passion Iced Fruit Tea and all the drinks are served in a fancy-schmancy flamingo cup holder.
10. Gim Tim
Source: Gim Tim
Savour tantalizing Hokkien and Cantonese dishes at Gim Tim, from Braised Pork Belly with Bun, Deep Fried Yam Ring to their signature Buddha Jump Over the Wall. Take advantage of our 1-for-1 dining offers of the Hot & Sour Thick Soup ($8), Chilled Mango Puree with Sago or Lemon Grass Jelly with Lychee ($4 each) here.
11. Drips Bakery Café
Source: Drips Bakery
Source: Drips Bakery
From their signature tarts and cakes, Drips Bakery Café is a household name in Tiong Bahru for baking some of the best sweet treats! The Yuzu Tart is one of their best-sellers – tangy cream custard with refreshing sweet meringue on a buttery crust. They also serve yummy mains, available for 1-for-1 dining offers, such as Nasi Lemak, Chicken Curry and Bacon Carbonara with Tobiko.
12. The Rebel Company Café & Bar
Source: The Rebel Company Cafe & Bar
Source: The Rebel Company Cafe & Bar
For a whole meal that’s worth your penny, head over to The Rebel Company Café & Bar and enjoy 1-for-1 dining offer (Set Menu) for $35. Select a main dish from the All Day Breakfast such as Egg Benedict or Classic Bruschetta with Salmon. Or try the Beer Battered Fish & Chips, Aglio & Olio Bacon, Mushroom Swiss Burger and many more. Finish your meal with their delightful desserts – Tiramisu, Vanilla Crème Brulee, Affogato or ice creams. Be sure to check out The Rebel Bar’s 1-for-1 dining offer (Set Menu) too! Be sure to check out The Rebel Bar at Stanley Rd too for 1-for-1 offers.
13. Cali, Ascott Raffles Place
Source: Cali, Ascott Raffles Place
Source: Cali, Ascott Raffles Place
Serving an extensive range of a la carte menu with their quaint interior decor, Cali, Ascott Raffles Place (formerly known as NJ Relish) is an ideal restaurant for gatherings or a fancy rendezvous. Try Asian Delights such as Chicken Tikka Gravy and Mutton Briyani, or Western dishes such as Crab Meat with Asparagus, Beef Tenderloin and BBQ Baby Back Ribs. Take advantage of our 1-for-1 dining offer of Appetiser ($20), Main Course ($34) and Dessert ($12) here.
14. The Grumpy Bear
Source: The Grumpy Bear
Source: The Grumpy Bear
Source: The Grumpy Bear
Plenty of options to keep bellies happy here at The Grumpy Bear! Expect unique Western cuisine such as their signature chicken dishes. They have 11 chicken dishes and if you crave fusion flavours, you ought to try the locally-inspired Salted Egg or Chilli Crab sauce options. Dine and enjoy the 1-for-1 dining offer (Pasta or Chicken) at Thomson Plaza, KBCC and Bukit Timah Plaza.
15. Cali Park Avenue (Changi & Rochester)
Source: Cali Park Avenue
Source: Cali Park Avenue
The team at Cali Park Avenue is committed and passionate to serve only the freshest and most delicious dishes your tummy will thank you for. Take some time to scan through their extensive menu from mains such as Wagyu Beef Burger, Cali’s Special Pizza (parma ham, tomato sauce, mozzarella, chicken pepperoni, bell peppers and olives) and Smoked Duck Pasta. Their appetisers are not to be missed as well! Must try are the Cali Wings, served with a spicy cocktail sauce. Complete your meal with the Chocolate Lava Cake or Chocolate Brownie with Ice Cream.
Use our 1-for-1 dining offers Appetiser ($20), Main Course ($34) and Dessert ($12) at Changi and Rochester.
16. Central Hong Kong Café
Source: Central Hong Kong Cafe
Source: Central Hong Kong Cafe
Experience authentic Hong Kong’s ubiquitous cha chaan tengs (a type of restaurant commonly found in Hong Kong and Macau), in the heart of Singapore and savour the essence of Hong Kong’s street food. You’ll find an array of familiar staples such as Beef Brisket Noodles, Wanton Noodles and Luncheon Meat Instant Noodles. The majority of the dishes at Central Hong Kong café are wallet-friendly, most of them are priced at less than $10. Or use our dining voucher Beverage ($4), Top 10 Rice and Noodles ($7) and Sides or Snacks ($7) at Star Vista, Jurong Point, VivoCity.
17. MASA by Black Society
Source: MASA by Black Society
Source: MASA by Black Society
‘MASA’ is a Cantonese and Taiwanese lingo for ‘master’, and they are truly a master of their culinary craft. If you’re looking for a place for special get-togethers such as birthday celebrations or a family dinner, do check out MASA by Black Society’s branches at Orchard Gateway and Great World City. Try their famed Dim Sum Tasting Platter, which comes with six different bite-sized dim sums intricately arranged to showcase the restaurant’s wide range of culinary skills.
Other must-try includes the silky-smooth Mui Choy Century Egg Porridge and Pan-fried Carrot Cake with XO sauce. Use our 1-for-1 dining vouchers for Beverage ($7), Sides ($12) and Dim Sum Collection ($6) here.