Huatever You Need to Prepare for the Easiest Chinese New Year Gathering Ever
January 16, 2023
Slammed with festive preparations? It seems like it was only a few days ago when we put away Christmas trees and mistletoes. And now, the Year of the Rabbit has hopped in with Lunar New Year celebrations in full swing. We get it – everything can get overwhelming, from squeezing in some last-minute Chinese New Year shopping to planning for a reunion feast for loved ones. But there is a fuss-free solution: Grab.
This year, we’re using the all-in-one super app to put together the easiest Chinese New Year gathering! With just a few taps, we can put together an epic spread using GrabFood, stock up the pantry with festive staples using GrabMart, and even snag discounts on fashion and beauty products! Curious to find out how? Watch and read on!
Nuodle Lanzhou Beef Noodle
Slurp up all the good fortune with Nuodle Lanzhou Beef Noodle. The store is best known for its al dente noodles that are freshly pulled by hand, paired with various toppings. The Prosperity Bundle ($79.11, U.P. $136.40) is perfect for a cosy celebration for four – choose from a wide selection of four mains, including the belly-warming signature beef la main, with tender slices of meat, as well as the classic minced chicken noodle or superior soya sauce thich vermicelli. The full meal also comes with your choice of two savoury and two cold sides, and we love snacking on the cold tofu with century egg, refreshing pickled radish, tofu salad, and spice-coated lamb skewers. Round off the full spread with your choice of soup or beverages, with options that range from chicken dumpling soup to homemade milk tea.
Tired of the usual fish-topped yusheng? Meat-lovers will definitely appreciate the Prosperity Yusheng with Beef Salad, which comes included as part of the bundle.
A-One Signature
Indulge in the comforting classics of Chinese restaurant A-One Signature. Besides smooth rice porridge, the store has introduced a Prosperity Set 2J ($49.89, U.P. $71.15) that brings the best of reunion meals to your doorstep. Sip on the fish maw soup, laced with chunks of crabmeat and nourished with the addition of cordyceps. Then, savour an elevated version of Yang Zhou fried rice, made even more moreish chewy bits of baby abalone.
Ishiro Fusion Bowl
Need a break from all the steamboats and yusheng? Consider Ishiro Fusion Bowl, which will delight you with its range of modern donburi creations. And in particular, the festive wagyu beef Hamburg rice bowl is available at a discount ($18.13, U.P. $25.90). Atop furikake-crowned rice lies a meaty disc made out of tender wagyu. A runny onsen egg completes this indulgent rice bowl, alongside a bowl of miso soup. And if you require an extra treat, consider adding on some torched mentaiko ($3) or truffle sauce ($4.50).
Fragrance
No Chinese New Year celebration is complete without the requisite festive snacks. Rather than squeezing with the crowds at shopping malls, GrabMart will deliver the best of Fragrance straight to you. The CNY Bundle 1 ($76.86, U.P. $109.80) comes packed with all popular classics; the salted egg fish skin is crunchy and addictive, while the truffle potato chips pack a strong umami punch in every bite. Tubs of cashew cookies, pineapple tarts, and prawn rolls are also available, and even come in convenient airtight containers. Of course, bak kwa isn’t forgotten – nibble on slices of Fragrance’s signature sweet and smoke-kissed barbecued pork, or break open the packet of crispy bak kwa with almonds that we foresee will be finished in no time.
The Ice Cream Store
Need a quick post-meal treat? It is hard to say no to ice cream – and especially those from Ben and Jerry’s. The Ice Cream Store on GrabMart stocks a sweet selection of frozen treats, and they even come in a discounted bundle: the Awesome Foursome ($34.65, U.P. $49.50). Choose four of your favourite B&J flavour for quadruple the enjoyment; our must-haves include the creamy Strawberry Cheesecake, decadent Chocolate Fudge Brownie, and Dublin Mudslide for a sweet dose of caffeine.
Cedele
Snacking is a big part of the Lunar New Year festivities, and those with an empty pantry can check out Cedele on GrabMart. The homegrown bakery has an alluring selection of artisanal handmade cookies ($28) that make for the perfect snack between reunion meals. You can’t go wrong with the buttery Pineapple Pocket Pie, an all-time classic; or the addictive Ondeh Ondeh that features pandan-infused cookie with gula melaka coconut filling. There are even healthier options – made without eggs and baking powder – to suit various dietary restrictions. Lemongrass Pistachio, for instance, is a unique mix of tropical, nutty notes; and Earl Grey will melt in your mouth to suffuse a pleasant tea fragrance. Other teatime treats include Almond Crunch, Espresso Crunch, and more – and orders of 10 tins and above can enjoy a 15% discount!
For easy gifting options, there is also the choice of a Lucky Bundle Bag ($81, U.P. $90). The sweet bundle comes with your choice of two cookie tins, together with any two fragrant butter loaves; flavours include yuzu cranberry loaf, or pandan gula melaka crowned with toasted coconut flakes.
Beyond filling the belly, glam up and get ready for visiting or hosting duties this Chinese New Year with up to 20% off ZALORA, Robinson’s, Paula’s Choice and more! Simply checkout your purchases with PayLater by Grab where you can opt to split your payments into 4 instalments – with 0 interest, 0 hidden fees. What’s more, new PayLater users can enjoy up to 100% back in points on your first PayLater purchase, both online and in stores. Activate PayLater now so you don’t miss out on this limited-time offer!
From head to toe, Grab has huatever you need to prosper this Chinese New Year!
This post is brought to you by Grab.
