Tip #1: Order dips, ask for complimentary bread
Let’s take the example of Winestone, an award winning modern-European restaurant at Mercure Singapore on Stevens.
The restaurant appetisers baba ganoush or hummus are served with freshly baked Lebanese bread and are available at S$8.00 per serving.
Ask for extra complimentary bread rolls! At Winestone, it’s a bonus as bread rolls are also served with premium olive oil and dukkah, an Egyptian fusion of nuts, herbs, seeds and spices.
Tip #2: Dine on weekdays
Restaurants often peak on weekend evenings, opt for a week night and discover extra promotional deals. At Winestone, there are deals every week night.
Tuesday – fine de claire oysters at S$1.99 per piece
Wednesday – free bottle of rosé for every 4 ladies
Thursday – 1-for-1 cocktails
Wednesday – free bottle of rosé for every 4 ladies
Thursday – 1-for-1 cocktails
Tip #3: Order platters for variety, sample the menu
With additional guests comes additional dietary requirements. Order a variety of cheese platters, meat platters and seafood platters as a starter to sample the menu.
Taste something that you admire? Order more of that particular item for the party!
Tip #4: Hunt for bundle deals
Having alcohol in your meal can add up to the final bill real fast. Go for a liquid buffet for your bottomless pit guests with predetermined drink packages.
At Winestone, enjoy 3 hours of free-flow wines from S$28.00 per person. Premium options with champagne and cocktails are also available.
Tip #5: Celebrate birthdays for a free dessert
While making your reservation, leave a note to tell the restaurant that you’re celebrating a birthday! This is an unspoken tip but most restaurants will prepare a small gesture for your party.
Enjoy luscious chef’s special cake at Winestone for your next celebration!
