Valentine or Valen-DINE? 😉 Next Wednesday is Valentine’s Day! You’ve probably hear people say “every day is Valentine’s Day”, BUT we probably won’t be able to celebrate it over the previous weekend because of all the bustling Chinese New Year celebrations. (Huat ah! 🧨🧧)

Here’s some good news! We’re here to save your Valentine’s Day date with 5 MUST-TRY dining experiences, and of course, complete with our Humming’s flowers and gifts to make your partner’s day. 😉😂💐

Even if you’re not into celebrating Valentine’s Day, this is still a great chance for you to take advantage of all these exclusive menus and have a sumptuous meal with the people you love. Enjoy!

#1 Cosy and Intimate Picks

Kick start your Valentine’s Day planning with cosy recommendations below. 💖

The Summerhouse Garden Domes

Enjoy a private romantic dining experience under the stars at The Summerhouse Garden Domes.

Beautifully shaped like glass igloos and well-furnished with air-conditioning, these garden domes will set the mood for a romantic dinner date for two this Valentine’s Day. 🌿

Address: 3 Park Ln, Singapore 798387
Price: $380 – $499 ++ per couple

Cable Car Sky Dining at Faber Park

Fancy a panoramic view of Singapore’s glowing skyline as you both indulge in an exclusive 4-course dinner of warm tomato soup, fragrant Confit Atlantic Salmon Tatare, succulent Boston Lobster, and citrussy Hokkaido Scallop Ceviche?

Then celebrate Valentine’s Day In The Sky this year as you admire Singapore’s stunning night scenery with Cable Car Sky Dining.

Address: Mount Faber Lodge, Level 2 Faber Peak Singapore, 109 Mount Faber Rd, Singapore 099203
Price: $256++ per couple

Lantern Rooftop Bar

On 13^th and 14^th February, have a little Romance Under the Stars with Lantern Rooftop Bar’s special 2-course set dinner. 🏮

Their limited-edition Valentine’s Day menu features a sumptuous seafood platter and main meat platter for two, complete with 2 complimentary glasses of dessert wine.

And if you and your partner are vegetarian, fret not! Lantern also offers an exquisite 2-course vegetarian dinner. Eat to your heart’s delight as you celebrate precious moments with each other this Valentine’s Day.

Address: The Fullerton Bay Hotel, 80 Collyer Quay, Singapore 049326
Price: $138 per person

If you’re feeling inspired by our cosy ideas, complete your intimate dinner date with our Valentine’s Day flowers and gifts. Give your partner a heartfelt surprise at the start of your lovely dinner date. 🌹🎁

Hand-picked for you:

For Her: Our classic Pink or Red Rose Reverie Hand Bouquet
For Him: Our Just For Him – Burberry Brit For Him Eau De Parfum 50ml

#2 Authentic Chinese Cuisine

Moving on, if you’re craving for some authentic dim sum or Peking duck, here are some recommendations for the best Chinese cuisine for you to fine-dine this Valentine’s Day.

Jiang-Nan Chun

Transport yourself straight to Jiang Nan at this classic Michelin star restaurant, beautifully furnished with rustic and intricate wooden interiors, made complete with warm, mellow lights to set the mood for your classy and charming dinner date together.

With signature dishes such as Jiang-Nan Chun’s specialty wood-roasted Peking duck, honey-glazed pork collar, and steamed lobster and scallop dumplings, this Valentine’s Day date will surely be one to remember. 💝

Address: Four Seasons Hotel Singapore, 190 Orchard Blvd, Singapore 248646

Lao Beijing

If you’re looking to spice up your relationship this Valentine’s Day, then start with Lao Beijing’s Chongqing Firecracker Chicken or popular Grilled Mala Lamb Leg. 🌶 Aside from these zesty options, enjoy a classic Popiah wrap and The Mermaid fish dish with rich and nourishing collagen soup.

And if you’re looking for a little modern twist, why not give their Wagyu Beef Truffle Hor Fun a try?

Address: Square 2, 10 Sinaran Dr, #02-80, Singapore 307506

Sum Dim Sum

Speaking of modern twist, you won’t find any other dim sum store who has such aesthetic and authentic dishes like Sum Dim Sum.

With one of their three outlets nestled cosily near Bedok Reservoir, Sum Dim Sum invites you to soak in the bright and cheery ambience together under warm, glowing lights.

Feast on fluffy, golden custard baos, crispy prawn rice rolls and pan-fried carrot cake, Moonlight hor fun and fresh prawn Tiffany Blue XL hargow (prawn dumplings) that will have you both drooling for more. 🤤

Address:

Bedok: 900 Bedok North Road, HometeamNS Bedok #02-02, Singapore 479994
Punggol: 50 Punggol East, Singapore 828826
Jalan Besar: Jln Besar, 161, Singapore 208876

Hand-picked for you:

Just For Her – Boss Femme Eau de Parfum (30ml)

A practical and sweet pink flower bouquet and perfume gift for the sweetest person you’re bringing out this Valentine’s Day.

#3 Romantic Home-Cooked Dinner

But wait, what if you just want a comfortable and cosy time at home after a long day of work? Then consider preparing a romantic candle-lit dinner together at home.

Purchase some premium candles, pull a beautiful tablecloth over your dining table and get a few Valentine’s Day flowers to set the mood for a lovely dinner for two. 🌹🍽

If cooking is too much of a hassle, order both of your favourite dishes online. And hey, if your partner is one for cuddly soft toys, get her the surprise she will never forget with our A Million Hugs Gift, featuring our giant cream-coloured teddy bear and a bouquet of pink roses to express your admiration and love. 🧸💕

Hand-picked for you:

A Million Hugs teddy bear and flower bouquet gift
Perfect Shave Gift, for the modern gentlemen who’s always on the move

#4 Adventurous Dining Experiences

Where do you go when you want to have some fun? ✨🎉 This Valentine’s Day, go on an adventure with your partner whilst enjoying the sights, sounds (and food!) at these recommendations.

Ocean Restaurant

Elegant, novel, and most importantly, romantic. These are some words customers of the Ocean Restaurant at Sentosa Gateway have used to describe their once-in-a-lifetime dining experience.

Step into this mesmerising aquatic world on Valentine’s Day. Dine alongside majestic manta rays, inquisitive reef sharks and a vibrant array of tropical fish and you soak in the sight of their underwater beauty. 🐠🦈🐬

Address: B1-455 & 456 B1M, Equarius Hotel, Sentosa Gateway, 8, Singapore 098269

Sunset Dinner Cruise

All aboard Royal Albatross’ Sunset Dinner Cruise for a breathtaking view of the horizon. Imagine the pink-orange hues of sunset as it blends into the night sky for a fine dining experience under the moonlight for two.

Served with a hearty buffet dinner and free-flow wine, your Valentine’s Day date night plan is sure to be smooth-sailing and memorable.

And if you pass by the Wings Of Time exhibition enroute, you might just be able to catch vibrant fireworks during your meal.🎇

Address: Resorts World Sentosa, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098269

6-course Omakase Meal @ Absurdities

Wild Card! Because we just had to leave one of the most fun options this Valentine’s Day for the last. If you and your partner love a little adventure together, then join Absurdities for their 6-course Omakase meal as you explore 6 different worlds 🗺 and international culinary dishes that will have you filled by the end of this immersive dining experience.

Address: Asylum Coffeehouse, 311 Jln Besar, Singapore 208970

Hand-picked for you:

For the bright adventurous souls who love a little humour: My Shining Star Hand Bouquet
For a classic, heartfelt gift before a dinner date full of fun: Lovely Starlight Hand Bouquet

#5 Don’t Forget Dessert!

We all know the truth: Everyone has a separate stomach for dessert. 😂This Valentine’s Day, pay a visit to these sweet stores post-dinner!

2am Dessert Bar

Looking for a fine dining dessert experience? 🍰 Head down to 2am Dessert Bar, which opens at 6PM and closes at- you guessed it, 2AM. 😉 Indulge in beautifully-plated desserts paired with unique cocktails that will blow your mind.

Address: 21A Lor Liput, Singapore 277733

杨小贤 (Mango Ice)

If you love generous amounts of juicy mangoes topped on fluffy sweet milk ice shavings, then you must visit this famous Taiwanese milk ice brand at Orchard Gateway. 🥭 With their creamy melt-in-their-mouth desserts, you are sure to enjoy a sweet date together this Valentine’s Day.

Address: Orchardgateway, Gateway, 277 Orchard Rd, B1-12 Orchard, Singapore 238858

Yat Ka Yan Dessert

With a glowing review of 4.7 stars on Google, Yat Ka Yan offers our beloved traditional desserts with a unique modern twist. Just think: Durian Chendol, Orh Nee Brulee, and dine-in exclusive Creamy Chee Cheong Fun… We’re drooling already… 🤩

Address: 190 Middle Rd, #02-08 Fortune Centre, Singapore 188979

And if you still haven’t gotten a gift yet, why not surprise your partner with a sweet Valentine’s Day treat to bring home?

Hand-picked for you:

Sweet Universe Hand Bouquet featuring pink flowers and Godiva Chocolate
Boba Delight Bubble Tea Plush, accompanied with a bouquet of gorgeous pink roses

Valen-Dining This Valentine’s Day

So will you be dining under the stars, feasting on authentic Chinese dishes, or going out on a little adventure this Valentine’s Day? 😊🍽

Whichever you choose, if you’re looking for Valentine’s Day flower delivery in Singapore, well, you know where to look. 😉 (Here, if you didn’t get the hint 👉: https://www.hummings.com/valentines-day-flowers) 😂

Classic and adorable gifts to make your partner laugh, quirky gifts for your friends, elegant gifts for your mothers – we have something for everyone. 😊

With that, we hope you’re feeling a little inspired and have come up with a solid Valentine’s Day dinner date plan! From all of us at Humming… Happy Chinese New Year Valentine’s Day! 🤣🥳💐

CNY is fast on its way! With all the festive cheers going around, we imagine some of you are beginning to feel quite excited. Let’s face it – the truth is: deep down, we all love CNY. Shopping discounts for the latest clothes, a public holiday off in-lieu, and snacks– snacks are the ULTIMATE dealbreaker. 😆

There’s only ONE main problem we all face: the dreaded annual questions. (cue disappointing music 😔)

CNY can be a bit stressful for some of us, but despite this, we still believe every downer can be an opportunity to learn more about ourselves, what we value, and hey, maybe even create memories to look back and laugh about? 😊

To cheer you up this CNY, we’ve compiled a list of EIGHT fun and out-of-the-ordinary activities of HUAT (what 😉) you could do with your family and friends to make this CNY one to celebrate. We’re all in this together 🎵, and we’ve got you covered! Enough talk from us, happy reading! 🧧🍊🎉

#1 Create a family BINGO!

What better way to turn that frown upside down by compiling our common CNY experiences into a fun family BINGO? Whether it’s a Bingo box of 9, 16, or even 25, there’s bound to be laughs to share as you and your family design a CNY Bingo that you can share with your cousins over the new year celebrations.

Decide on a small ‘prize’ that the family Bingo winner can claim over CNY to add in a bit more fun and excitement! Just imagine the unexpected joy of being able to cross out your final Bingo box when you hear the question “when are you getting married?”. 😂 Let’s turn your crisis into opportunity! 🤩

While you’re at it, you could come up with a list of wholesome ways to respond to these dreaded questions together with the people you trust. This is a good chance to laugh and share your experiences in a light-hearted way with siblings or cousins who might just be experiencing the same things you are going through. And hey, it’s a great way to prepare in advance for when these questions come.

“When are you planning to have children ah?”

(jokingly) “When you ready to help us take care of the kids lah Auntie. Onz ah?” 😂😉

#2 Make a set of CNY decorations to bless the family!

Add on to the festive mood at home with your very own family set of CNY decorations that are bound to give the Chinatown sellers a run for their money. 🧨😁

You don’t have to be an artist to make simple CNY decorations together this new year. A little creativity can go a long way. Here are a few CNY décor ideas!

For your families:

Reuse old red packets or coloured paper to make beautiful red lanterns that you can string up with fairy lights in the home. If they’re up for it, everyone in the family can jot down their hopes for the new year or blessings for the family on their own lanterns before stringing it all up together.

Or, if you have a leftover mooncake box from last year’s mid-autumn festival, why not fill it up with some angbao/coloured paper origami fish? Anyone who comes to the house can feel free to take one and write a blessing for your family down on it.

Putting up a piece of mahjong paper on the free space on your walls could also be a great way to entertain your nieces and nephews who are itching to doodle CNY well-wishes this Chinese New Year. 🖍😉

For couples who just got married:

For those of you who just got married a year or 2 ago (congratulations!! 🥳), we imagine you have not been looking forward to giving out angbaos. Why not turn this downer into a chance to have a bit of fun? 🎈

Take a short while during your rest time together after work to draw out simple designs for your red packets. For you lovey-dovey couples, you could design matching ones online and get them printed out this CNY. 🥰

But if you and your significant other are also fun-loving, competitive souls, you COULD hold a mini couple competition between the both of you to design individual red packets to give together as a pair and surprise your relatives with personal designs. 😝

You: “Ah ma, mine or (insert your spouse’s name) look nicer??”

Spouse (light-heartedly): “Of course mine look nicer. Ah ma confirm pick mine.” 🤣😊

For your beloved elders

And last but not least, fun activities for your elders! If you know of elders who are skilled in calligraphy writing, take out a little time this CNY holiday to get some brushes and ink ready for a little calligraphic fun with your beloved grandparents, aunties or uncles. 🎨🖌

Just like how we love playing with our adorable nieces and nephews, perhaps our elders might just want to spend a little time with us and get updated with our lives too, albeit their strange way of communicating it at times. 😊

#3 Go on a CNY Scavenger Hunt.

This one is for you busy mums and dads out there who need help shopping for CNY! Clothes for the whole family, CNY decorations, new red packets, cleaning materials for spring cleaning, abalone for reunion dinner… The list is endless! Arranging a fun family scavenger hunt is the perfect excuse to get your kids to do some work (and also build some independence! 😉😆).

Make a list of things this Chinese New Year that you want to buy, then tell the kids: Your next trip to the grocery store is going to be a special family scavenger hunt. 😂😊

But of course, if you’re someone looking to have a little fun with your family or are hosting a CNY party with your friends this Chinese New Year, you could also conceal a few things around the house as a fun little activity after your reunion dinners!

Hide 20 small oranges 🍊 or short, handwritten blessings around the house in the places they wouldn’t even think to look. The person who finds the most objects can get a cute CNY prize of your choice!

#4 Picture up and store precious memories for your post-CNY trip down memory lane.

The most important part of CNY isn’t the snacks (though those are VERY important), but we can all agree it’s the people who matter the most. 😊

This CNY, laughs will be had, mahjong will be played, stories and life updates will be shared. Use cute film/disposable camera applications online or create a shared Google drive (if you want more natural looking photos that you can edit afterwards!) for you and your family or friends to share photos of your reunion dinners and parties.

You could even write down what the moment was about in the photo descriptions for a good laugh when you look through the shared folder together after Chinese New Year. 📝

E.g. “The moment (insert cousin’s name) coughed up his longevity noodles from laughing too much.” 😂

#5 Surprise your friends or relatives with a CNY gift.

If your love language is gift-giving, we have something in common. 😉 If your family loves traditional CNY goodies, juicy abalones, or silky birds’ nest, consider picking out an affordable hamper or festive floral arrangement from our Chinese New Year Hampers and Gift Sets Collection!

For more information on Humming departments’ personal top picks, you could check out our Huat Ah! With Humming CNY blog too. 🧧🎆😄

After all, good things must be shared. 😌😉 #ShopWithHumming

#6 Come up with a CNY board game using materials from home.

For all you board-gamers who have tried almost every game out there – it’s time to take it to the next level and make your very own one this CNY.

Designing your own CNY board game is a good way to bond with your friends and family this Chinese New Year. Put your heads together and don’t forget to discuss those loopholes so you can make the game even better together! 🕹

#7 Create a CNY Time Capsule together.

This is one of the ideas we love the most. 😊

If the CNY season has always felt like a bummer, let’s take the opportunity to gift our future selves a little gift next CNY. Whether you want to suggest this idea to your family, friends, or do this little reflective activity yourself, this is definitely a gift your future you would love and appreciate.

Write a note to one another’s future selves for a cute surprise next CNY. 🎁 If you want, you could even form a funny story chain where each of you take turns to write one line of the story, and read it together the following year!

And hey, while you’re at it, why not put all of the CNY decorations and photos you’ve already made and taken together as a family into the time capsule box too? 😊

#8 Share the CNY joy in your own ways.

Lastly, sharing is caring. 😊 To wrap it all up, share the CNY joy you’ve received with the people around you. For friends who are going through a tough time this Chinese New Year, to our hardworking public workers like our cleaners, construction workers and nurses, there’s definitely something that could put a smile on their faces.

If you have a knack for cooking, try your hand at some simple recipes to share! Or if your friend loves a little shopping every now and then, you can both go and get some matching clothes within your budget and do a little photo shoot.

There’s nothing like a little giving and sharing that can truly bring out the warmth of Chinese New Year. 💝

So! We hope these 8 ideas have been inspiring you and are making you feel just a little bit more excited for CNY? 😁 If you do end up trying any of them out, we hope you have lots of fun!

From all of us at Humming, we wish you a Happy Chinese New Year! Heng Ong Huat AH! 🥳🧨🧧🍊