Top things to do in Singapore this weekend (9-12 February)

07/02/2024

3.1 min read

Lunar New Year’s knocking, so prepare for a weekend full of flavours and adventure! 🎆

01 • Ya Ge

(Photo adapted from: Ya Ge)

Tuck into a traditional Chinese spread in a sleek, modern setting at Ya Ge.

Ideal for groups of 6 to 8, the 5-course Harmony Set Menu features dishes like Crispy Golden Eel, Yellowtail Yu Sheng, Double-boiled Chicken Soup with Melon and Winter Wheat, and much more. But the real highlight is the Prosperity Pen Cai — a dish loaded with goodies like 10-head abalone, golden oysters, pork tendon and trotter, dried scallops, and fresh prawns.

Wrap up your meal with Mixed Fruits with Soursop and Ingot Nian Gao with Dried Longan for a sweet finale. 😋

💡 Free parking tip: If you spend $150 or more, ask the restaurant staff for a parking coupon to get free parking.

📍 Address: Orchid Hotel Singapore, 1 Tras Link, Level 3, Singapore 078867
Opening hours: 11.30am to 2.30pm and 5.30pm to 10pm daily
📞 Contact: 6818 6818
🍴 Halal status: Not halal
🌐 Website: orchidhotel.com.sg

02 • J65 (halal)

(Photo adapted from: JEN Singapore Tanglin)

Celebrate the Lunar New Year with your Muslim friends or family by checking out JEN Singapore Tanglin’s halal-certified Chinese New Year menus. There’s even an option for you to DIY your own Yu Sheng!

For the sushi fanatics, expect a Japanese counter brimming with assorted nigiri sushi, maki rolls, and melt-in-your-mouth salmon sashimi. To make the most out of your experience, go for the chef’s picks like the Black Angus Prime Beef Rib, Seafood in Mushroom Essence, Durian Pengat (durian porridge), and Pan-Fried Nian Gao.

📍 Address: JEN Singapore Tanglin by Shangri-La, 1A Cuscaden Road, Singapore 249716
⏰ Opening hours: 9 to 11 Feb 2024, 6pm – 9.30pm
📞 Contact: 6831 4374
🍴 Halal status: Halal
🌐 Website: jen-eats.com

03 • Spring in the Sea

(Photo: TODAY)

We’re sure you’ve seen a lion dance before, but what about an underwater dragon dance? Here’s a chance to witness this unique phenomenon at the S.E.A Aquarium — but it’s only available until 25 February!

You’ll get to see fascinating marine animals like the leafy sea dragon, which is one of the 4 spotlight species this Lunar New Year. Try counting the number of leafy sea dragons in the aquarium and stand to win 2 S.E.A. Aquarium VIP Experience tickets worth $396! Learn more.

📍 Address: 8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098269
⏰ Opening hours: Mon to Fri, 10am – 5pm | Sat and Sun, 10am – 6pm (until 25 Feb)
📞 Contact: enquiries@RWSentosa.com
🌐 Website: rwsentosa.com

04 • Long Quest for Wisdom

(Photo: LEGO)

A weekend spent with LEGO is a weekend well-spent. Head down to Long Quest for Wisdom, where you’ll have to tackle 3 challenges to help find missing orbs for LEGO’s longevity dragon. 🐉

Prepare to put your coordination skills to the test as you collect lucky bubbles and golden pearls and build LEGO bridges. For every completed challenge, you’ll receive a Pearl of Wisdom stamp that you can redeem for an exclusive mini LEGO pineapple or a special voucher (while stocks last).

Finished your quest too soon? Try hunting for hidden gold coins onsite and stand to win LEGO sets, or share a photo on their social media for a personalised printout! 💌

📍 Address: Suntec City Atrium Tower 1 and 2, 7 Temasek Boulevard, Singapore 038987
Opening hours: 10.30am to 9.30pm daily until 25 Feb
📞 Contact: 6688 8888
🌐 Website: lego.com/en-sg/local-news/news/2024/january/event/lunar-new-year

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