Feeling the blues from the rainy weather? Let us brighten up your week with a roundup of festive buffets and cool spots you shouldn’t miss! 🌤️

01 • Estate

(Photo adapted from: Seven Rooms and EatBook)

Picture a place where vintage charm meets modern glam at this hidden gem in Orchard. You’ll find a feast that’s as elegant as it is delicious.

Every Friday and Saturday until 30 December, you can dive into an ocean of flavours with their Festive Lobster, Crab, and Seafood Buffet. It’s a seafood lover’s dream where you can indulge in everything from fresh and tender snow crab legs to sizzling black pepper slipper lobster. Not into seafood? Check out their Daily Festive Buffet, where you can find Christmas roasts such as grain-fed sirloin, honey-baked ham, and roast turkey. For those with a sweet tooth, indulge in festive treats like chocolate rum, figs panettone, and a strawberry liquorice yule log.

Friendly reminder: If you’ve had a sip (or a gulp), play it safe and pass the keys to a buddy for a merry and safe drive home!

📍 Address: Hilton Singapore Orchard, 333 Orchard Road, Singapore 238867
⏰ Opening hours: 1 to 23 December and 26 to 30 December 2023, 6.30pm to 10pm
📞 Contact: 6831 6270
🍴 Halal status: Not halal
🌐 Website: hiltonsingaporeorchard.com

02 • Ginger (halal)

(Photo adapted from: Facebook)

Inspired by Singapore’s cosmopolitan flair, this tropical-themed restaurant adorned with vibrant pastel decor is a perfect backdrop for your Instagram selfies. 🤳

Embark on a culinary journey with their nonya achar, hearty double-boiled lotus root soup, chicken and lamb satay, and braised beef rendang. For Japanese cuisine enthusiasts, Ginger also offers a Japanese corner featuring a wide array of sashimi, soba noodles with your preferred condiments, and more. To wrap it all up, soothe your palate with their refreshing strawberry and basil soft serve!

📍 Address: PARKROYAL on Beach Road, 7500 Beach Rd, Singapore 199591
⏰ Opening hours: 1 December 2023 to 1 January 2024, 12pm to 10pm
📞 Contact: 3138 1995
🍴 Halal status: Halal
🌐 Website: panpacific.com

03 • Atrium Restaurant (halal)

(Photo adapted from: Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium)

Christmas is incomplete without savouring a classic roast turkey, and Atrium spices up the tradition with a local twist that’ll make your tastebuds dance to the holiday tune! 💃

Imagine the juiciness of a generously-sized roast turkey (we’re talking 4.5kg) blending with the refreshing notes of coconut, to create the perfect crunchy festive delight for group celebrations. You can also opt for other special additions like traditional roast turkey with chestnut stuffing or roast chicken stuffed with peach. If you’re trying to ease your sugar intake this season, try their lychee ginger log cake, which is less sweet than traditional log cakes.

📍 Address: Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium, 317 Outram Rd, Singapore 169075
⏰ Opening hours: 20 November 2023 to 1 January 2024, 12pm to 9:30pm
📞 Contact: 3138 2530
🍴 Halal status: Halal
🌐 Website: singaporeatrium.com

04 • Makan@JEN

(Photo adapted from: Facebook and Dania Experiences)

Witness the charcuterie board of your dreams at Makan@JEN — filled with artisanal cheese and rich meat, including beef salami and beetroot smoked salmon, all waiting to be paired with the condiments of your choice!

Meet the highlight of the menu — a premium bone-in gammon ham, marinated with passion fruit and honey rum, with pineapple and tropical fruits. Have you ever seen folks dipping pasta into those fancy cheese wheels? Here’s your chance to try their creamy pasta, served with parmesan bliss on a grana padano wheel. Be sure to top it off with white clams and green half-mussels for a real treat!

📍 Address: 277 Orchard Rd, Level 10 JEN Singapore Orchardgateway by Shangri-La, Singapore 238858
⏰ Opening hours: 4 December to 31 December, 12pm to 9:30pm
📞 Contact: 3138 2530
🍴 Halal status: Halal
🌐 Website: singaporeatrium.com

05 • Candy Carnival

(Photo: Changi Airport)

Calling all Disney fans and carnival thrill-seekers! Changi Airport’s Candy Carnival promises a rollercoaster of addictive games and a chance to nab authentic Disney items! Split into three zones and nestled in a semi-indoor wonderland, the carnival features games like Cake Bazooka, Basketball One Shot, and a candy-themed go-kart course. The best part? It won’t break the bank, with tickets starting from just $5!

📍 Address: Changi Airport, Terminal 3, Level 1 and Basement 2
⏰ Opening hours: 4 November 2023 to 31 March 2024 , 12pm to 10pm
📞 Contact: Download the Changi App to buy the carnival tokens
🌐 Website: changiairport.com

06 • Santa Meet-and-Greet 

(Photo from: Facebook)

Did you ever believe in Santa’s magic? Here’s your chance to live out those childhood dreams. Strike a pose with the father of Christmas himself — Santa Claus! There’s no need to book in advance, it’s all on the house. Just dress up, bring your loved ones, and have fun! While you’re at it, why not swing by Cluny Court for some festive shopping? 🛍️

📍 Address: Cluny Court, 501 Bukit Timah Road, Singapore 259760
⏰ Opening hours: 14 to 17 December, 11am to 6pm (ends at 5pm on Sunday)
📞 Contact: 6467 6077
🌐 Website: clunycourt.com

07 • Prime Planet Inflatable Park

(Photo: Trip)

Get ready to bounce like nobody’s business at the world’s first NFT inflatable park. You’re in for a thrilling adventure of Web3 wonders where you’ll find over 15 mega bouncy inflatables that’ll keep you entertained all day!

Inspired by Prime Planet’s NFT characters, these bouncy marvels tower over 7.5m high and up to 10m long. Be sure to take breaks and check out the Prime Carnival for character-themed games and attractions. If you’re passionate about Web3 technology or digital art, then check out the NFT digital art exhibition after bouncing around.

📍 Address: Leisure Park Kallang (Open Air Carpark), 5 Stadium Walk, Singapore 397693
⏰ Opening hours: 8 December 2023 to 1 January 2024, 11am to 9pm daily
📞 Contact: 3138 2030
🌐 Website: trip.com

08 • Mr. Bucket Chocolaterie’s Dempsey Factory

(Photo: Mr. Bucket)

Not over the Wonka vibes from the new movie? Drop by Mr. Bucket Chocolaterie’s Dempsey Factory for a chocolate adventure! You don’t need a golden ticket to enter — it’s free, and walk-ins are welcome. Step into The Chocolate Room for a behind-the-scenes look at cacao beans’ transformation into all things chocolate! You can also wayang (Malay word for ‘act’) as Willy Wonka at The Creation Station, where you can choose your chocolate bases and all kinds of toppings for $22. 🍫

📍 Address: 13 Dempsey Rd, #01-03/04, Singapore 249674
⏰ Opening hours: 10am to 10pm from Fridays to Sundays
📞 Contact: [email protected] / Contact form
🌐 Website: mrbucket.com

(Featured photo adapted from: Facebook, Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium, Changi Airport and Facebook)