Chinese New Year (CNY) is all about meeting your one-year-see-one-time relatives and, for the singles, collecting angbaos!
But what is CNY without feasting on traditional snacks? Besides, it wouldn’t be the year of the pig if you don’t look like a pig at the end of the festive season 😉
This 2019, many brands have taken on the challenge of differentiating themselves through formulating never-before-seen snacks with special flavours.
If you are still fretting over which brands and snacks to turn to, we have shortlisted a few noteworthy ones so that you will be spoilt for choice!
Don’t say bojio:
Be sure to stay till the end as we have a surprise for you!
1. The Nutkins
What’s Chinese New Year without some nuts to munch on? Recently launched, the Nutkins specialises in formulating freshly-baked peanuts with a local twist! With baked prawn and black pepper crab flavoured peanuts on the table, you will definitely be the coolest host around!
Menu
| Baked Prawn Flavoured Peanuts (100g) | $5.00 |
| Black Pepper Crab Flavoured Peanuts (100g) | $5.00 |
| Carton of Baked Prawn Flavoured Peanuts (50 packets) | $200.00 (U.P. $250.00) |
| Carton of Black Pepper Crab Flavoured Peanuts (50 packets) | $200.00 (U.P. $250.00) |
Delivery
Delivery fee: $7.00 (free delivery for orders above $30.00)
2. Pulse Patisserie
The Chinoiserie CNY collection by Pulse Patisserie offers a fusion of Asian and Western flavours. Available for purchase online and in stores, the extensive menu brings a trendy twist to the traditional CNY goodies. This festive season, impress your guests with their Bonito Puff Strips and Brown Rice Brittle!
Menu
| Pineapple Balls (23pcs) | $29.80 |
| Brown Rice Brittle (110g) | $18.00 |
| Cereal Prawn Crackers (180g) | $13.80 |
| Bonito Puff Strips (120g) | $22.80 |
| Yam Balls (350g / 16pcs) | $24.00 |
| Corn Cups (110g) | $18.00 |
| Bak Kwa Floss Coins (280g) | $22.80 |
| Money Prosperity Tree (20 Pcs Cream Puffs;
30cm height x 10cm base) |
$78.00 |
Order by: 1 February 2019
Kindly place your order at least 3 days in advance. For bulk orders of more than 20 bottles, do order 5 working days in advance.
Delivery
Delivery fee: $20.00 per location
Self-collection
PULSE PATISSERIE
180 Depot Road #01-06, The Interlace Singapore 109684
Monday – Friday (closed on Tuesdays): 11am – 7pm
Saturday: 9am – 7pm
Sunday: 9am – 5pm
[email protected]
+65 6262 0143
3. Sinpopo
Sinpopo has launched their premium Lunar New Year Collection 2019 with a delectable selection of Singapore-infused treasures. Featured one-of-a-kind products include the Gula Melaka Honeycomb Cake and melt-in-the-mouth Curry Leaf with Salted Egg Yolk gourmet treats. This is the last seasonal collection at the Paragon Orchard pop-up store before it closes in late February 2019. The store is set to re-open in April 2019.
Featured menu
| Classic cakes | |
| Kueh Lapis | $68.00 (whole)
$40.00 (half) |
| Gula Melaka Honeycomb | $58.00 (whole)
$35.00 (half) |
| Half & half: Kueh Lapis and Gula Melaka Honeycomb | $58.00 |
| Gourmet Treats | |
| Gula Melaka | $15.80 |
| Toasted Coconut | $15.80 |
| Curry Leaf with Salted Egg Yolk | $15.80 |
| Lunar New Year Hampers | |
| Happiness Hamper | $138.00 |
| Prosperity Hamper | $168.00 |
| Fortune Hamper | $228.00 |
Available for pre-order and collection in-stores from 15 January 2019 at both Sinpopo stores. Call hotlines (Katong/Paragon) to make an order.
Self-collection
Sinpopo Grocer
290 Orchard Road
Paragon, #B1-33
Singapore 238859
Monday – Sunday: 10am – 10pm
Sinpopo Brand Restaurant
458 Joo Chiat Road
Singapore 427671
Monday – Thursday and Sunday: 12pm – 10pm
Friday and Saturday: 12pm – 12am
4 February (CNY Eve): Only open for cake collection from 12pm – 6pm
Restaurant will be closed from 5 – 6 February 2019
+65 6345 5034 (Katong) / 6365 1772 (Paragon)
4. Old Seng Choong
Apart from the traditional pineapple tarts that have won the hearts of many, Old Seng Choong has created new cookie and pineapple tart flavours this CNY. These nostalgic tastes will undoubtedly make you feel at home. And if their CNY Collection is not enough, they have a whole range of familiar cookie flavours from Mala to Bak Kut Teh!
Featured menu
| Pineapple Tarts | |
| Salted Egg Yolk Pineapple Tarts (10pcs) | $29.80 |
| Bakwa Pineapple Tarts (10pcs) | $29.80 |
| Yuzu Pineapple Tarts (10pcs) | $29.80 |
| Original Pineapple Tarts (10pcs) | $26.80 |
| Festive Cakes | |
| Red Date Cake (500g) | $25.80 |
| Carrot Cake (500g) | $25.80 |
| Yam Cake (500g) | $25.80 |
| Nian Gao (500g) | $25.80 |
| New Cookies | |
| Hae Bee Hiam (180g) | $19.80 |
| Kueh Kosui (180g) | $19.80 |
Delivery
Delivery fee: $12.00 (0 – 7kg), $18.00 (7.01 – 14kg), $24.00 (≥14.01kg)
Delivery timeslots: Monday – Sunday, 9am – 1pm and 1pm – 5pm
Cut-off time: 4pm (for next day delivery)
Online sales
Online orders are available at www.oldsengchoong.com
Last day to place order: 31 January 2019
Self-collection
Clarke Quay Central #01-48
Daily: 11am – 9:30pm
Paragon #B1-09
Daily: 11am – 9:30pm
Last day of collection/delivery: 3 February 2019
+65 6282 0220
5. Bake & Bake
Bake & Bake has 9 delicious biscotti flavours lined up this CNY, wrapped in an auspicious bright red packaging! Perfect for gifting and snacking, these mouth-watering treats are jampacked with fillings. Moreover, all prices are the same as off-peak period prices despite the festive period.
Menu
| Almond Biscotti (Signature) | $8.00 |
| Blueberry Almond Biscotti | $8.00 |
| Cranberry Almond Biscotti | $8.00 |
| Mango Coconut Biscotti | $8.00 |
| Pistachio Biscotti | $8.00 |
| Pistachio Chocolate Chip Biscotti | $8.00 |
| Trio Nuts Biscotti | $8.00 |
| Wolf Dates Multigrain Biscotti | $8.00 |
Order by: 15 January 2019 (online orders) – after which, all products will be available in store at Plaza Singapura.
Kindly place your order at least 3 – 4 days in advance.
Delivery
Delivery fee: $10.00 (orders ≤ $120.00), $5.00 (orders between $121.00 – $249.00), Free (orders ≥ $250.00)
Walk-in Purchases and Self-collection
Plaza Singapura #B1-32C
Daily: 11am – 9.30pm
(Closed on 4 – 6 February)
[email protected]
+65 9670 8007
6. Sugar by J Cake
Keeping it classic, Sugar by J Cake has the best recipes for cookies! They have re-launched their well-loved Oat Cookies, which is a more wholesome version of cornflake cookies, as well as rich Chocolate Sables. Once you have a bite, you simply cannot stop!
Menu
| Oat Cookies (200g) | 1 for $22.00
2 for $42.00 |
| Chocolate Sables (275g) | 1 for $25.00
2 for $48.00 |
| 1 x Oat Cookies (200g) + 1 x Chocolate Sables (275g) | $45.00 (U.P. $47.00) |
Order by: 20 January 2019
Kindly place your order at least 3 – 5 days in advance.
Delivery
Delivery fee: $20.00 – $25.00 depending on location (free delivery for orders above $250.00)
Self-collection
Boon Lay, near Jurong Point
Exact location and collection timing to be arranged after confirmation of orders.
Collection dates: 21 – 29 January 2019
[email protected]
+65 9617 1314
7. Dohkie
If you have not tried edible cookie dough before, you are missing out! Dohkie has just released their CNY seasonal exclusive – Pineapple Tart Cookie Dough – that is guaranteed to be a show stopper! Each gift set comes with a 550g tub and 1 large serving spoon for you to share this vegetarian-friendly homemade goodness with your loved ones.
Other than ordering via WhatsApp or email, there will also be 22 to 30 jars available daily at their storefront for walk-in purchases.
Menu
| Pineapple Tart Cookie Dough (550g) | Early Bird (till 20 Jan)
$18.80 $108.00 (6 tubs)
Usual Price (21 Jan onwards) $20.80 $120.00 (6 tubs) |
Order by: 3 February 2019, 11am
For orders with less than 10 tubs, kindly place your order at least 1 day in advance.
For larger orders with more than 10 tubs, please order at least 2 days in advance.
Delivery
Minimum order of $60.00
Delivery fee: $7.00 (free delivery for orders above $100.00)
Delivery dates: 17 Jan (Thur), 20 Jan (Sun), 24 Jan (Thur), 27 Jan (Sun), 31 Jan (Thur
Delivery time slots: 9.30am – 11.30am, 6.30pm – 8.30pm, 9pm – 11pm
Walk-in Purchases and Self-collection
Havelock II #B1-26
2 Havelock Road
Singapore 059763
Daily: 11.30am – 9.30pm
[email protected]
+65 9662 1723
8. Mdm Ling Bakery
Mdm Ling Bakery is especially popular among young mummies! Their wide range of cookies span from traditional flavours to modern ones that kids love such as Almond Chocolate Cookies and Wholemeal Raisin Cookies. One of the healthier alternatives would be Cranberries Florentine as they contain a wholesome mix of nuts and cranberries. Mdm Ling Bakery has also released a Limited Edition Chinese Zodiac Auspicious Cookies Collection which includes 12 bottles of CNY goodies – each designed to have a symbolic meaning.
Featured menu
| Cranberries Florentine (250g) | $26.80 |
| California Almond Chocolate Cookies (280g) | $18.80 |
| Wholemeal Raisin Cookies (290g) | $16.80 |
| Green Pea Cookies (360g) | $16.80 |
| Almond Cookies (310g) | $16.80 |
| Cranberry Pineapple Balls (470g) | $18.80 |
| New Zealand’s Premium Anchor Butter Cookies (270g) | $18.80 |
| Cheese Bangkit (290g) | $15.80 |
| Chinese Zodiac Auspicious Cookies Collection | $128.00 |
Use the promo code “LOVE-THEM-ALL” to enjoy $2 off all cookies (valid till 15 February).
Free tasting is available at their various retail partners and pop-up booths.
Delivery
Delivery fee: $7.90 (free delivery for orders above $88.00)
9. Garden Picks
Garden Picks is dedicated to bringing more than 100 varieties of well-loved wholesome snacks to you. With a guarantee of being factory-fresh, they have launched 3 new healthy snack additions this CNY – Brownie Brittle, Almond Biscotti and Coconut Super Seeds Clusters.
Menu
| Coconut Super Seeds Cluster | $3.80 (50gm)
$10.00 (3 packs of 50gm) $12.00 (300gm) |
| Almond Biscotti | $3.80 (70gm)
$10.00 (3 packs of 70gm) $10.00 (300gm) |
| Brownie Brittle | $3.80 (70gm)
$10.00 (3 packs of 70gm) $10.00 (300gm) |
Delivery
Delivery fee: $8.00 (free delivery for orders above $50.00)
Self-collection
8B Admiralty Street #01-07 Singapore 757440
Monday – Friday: 9am – 5pm
(Collection timing will be arranged after order is confirmed)
[email protected]
+65 6659 4859
10. Little House of Dreams
As part of a collaboration with Kellogg’s, Little House of Dreams is giving away 3 hampers (worth $60 each) with any purchase of a Butter Cornflakes cookie tub. Moreover, with every $60 purchase of their CNY goodies, you will be given free custom designed red packets! Unique cookie flavours include Hae Bee Hiam, Earl Grey and Orange Cranberry.
Menu
| Cookies | |
| Butter Almond | $19.90 |
| Hae Bee Hiam | $16.90 |
| Earl Grey | $18.90 |
| Orange Cranberry | $19.90 |
| Pineapple Tarts | $15.90 |
| Butter Cornflakes | $16.90 |
| Cakes | |
| Petite Piglet | $12.90
$28.80 (for 2) |
| Cupcakes | |
| Mini Cupcakes (5pc) | $9.90 |
| Cupcakes Gift Set (6pc) | $28.80 |
| Gift Boxes | |
| Fortune Gift Box (2 cookie flavours, 1 Petite Piglet) | $48.80 |
| Prosperity Gift Box (All 6 cookie flavours) | $52.80 |
Up to 20% discount for bulk/corporate orders.
Delivery
Delivery fee: $15.00 (free delivery for orders above $100)
Self-collection
Block 8 Dempsey Road #01-14, Singapore 247696
Monday – Thursday: 11am – 1030pm
Friday and eve of PH: 11am – 12am
Saturday: 9am – 12am
Sunday and PH: 9am – 1030pm
[email protected]
+65 6472 4977
11. Sistersfield
Sistersfield is a Quek-family baking business of over three decades. Known for Mama Quek’s signature American style bakes and dishes, all her original recipes have been passed down to her children who inspired the launch of this business in the first place. Today, her children has taken over the business with a fiery dedication to channel their mother’s passion on all their products.
Menu
| Traditional Butter Cookies | $20.00 |
| Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies | $20.00 |
| Chrysanthemum Honey Cookies | $20.00 |
| Nutty Pecan Cookies | $20.00 |
| Earl Grey Almond Cookies | $20.00 |
| Pineapple Tarts | $26.00 |
| Golden Butter Cake (cranberries, raisins) | $33.00 |
Order by: 26 January 2019
Delivery
Delivery fee: $10.00 to most areas (free delivery for orders $150.00 and above)
Delivery dates: 16 – 30 January
Self-collection
Orchard Gateway (more details to be given upon order confirmation)
Collection dates: 16 – 30 January
[email protected]
+65 9858 3066 / 9488 6212
12. Oh My Desserts
If you need customised gifts for a special occasion, Oh My Desserts is the one to turn to! They specialise in baking decorated sugar cookies that are too adorable to be eaten. Other than assorted CNY cookies, they have baked conventional but tasty goodies like beehive cookies, arrowhead chips and almond tuiles! Refer to their order form for the full menu with the available choices of goodies for the customisable sets.
Menu
| Pineapple Tarts (24pcs) | $18.80 |
| Peanut Cookies (32pcs) | $12.80 |
| Almond Cookies (35pcs) | $20.80 |
| Walnut Cookies (37pcs) | $22.80 |
| Arrowhead Chips (120g) | $8.80 |
| Beehive Cookies (20pcs) | $16.80 |
| Almond Tuiles (46pcs) | $18.80 |
| 恭喜发财 JOYOUS PROSPERITY | $38.80 |
| 金玉满堂 ABUNDANT WEALTH | $20.80 – $34.80
(Depending on choice of goodies) |
| 心想事成 BEST WISHES | $32.80 – $46.80
(Depending on choice of goodies) |
| “猪” 事顺利 SMOOTH SAILING | $58.80 |
Quote “OMDCNY5” for 5% off from now to 18 Jan! (with min. spend of $38)
Spend a total of $50 to get FREE Oh My Desserts Red Packets! (while stocks last)
Order by: 30 January 2019
Kindly place orders at least 5 days in advance as all items are freshly baked upon order.
Delivery
Delivery fee: $25.00 per location
Meet ups at any MRT station to your convenience at $10.00 (subject to availability).
Self-collection
Block 338 Sembawang Crescent Singapore 750338 (full address will be given after confirmation)
16 January – 3 February
9am – 9pm
[email protected]
+65 8811 3364
13. The Better Half
The Better Half was started by two passionate individuals who believed that coffee and baked goods go hand in hand. Coming together to complement each other with their baking and creative skills, they have designed 2 main products this CNY – Mandarin Orange and Pineapple Tea Cakes and the 团 Cookie Package. These quirky flavour combinations blend well in unison to form your ideal CNY goodies.
Menu
| Mandarin Orange and Pineapple Tea Cakes (6pcs) | $48.00 |
| 团 Cookie Package
(Salted Egg Lava Cookie, Bak Kwa Cookie, Coconut Macaroon, Black Sesame Sable, Hae Bee Hiam Baklava) |
$88.00 |
Order by: 1 February 2019 (payment inclusive)
Promotions
Valid until 25th January:
$8 off for 团 ‘TUAN’ Cookie Package
$8 off for Mandarin Orange Pineapple Teacakes
Valid until last day of order:
18% off for 团 ‘TUAN’ Cookie Package & Mandarin Orange Pineapple Teacakes (when purchased together in a single order)
Delivery
Delivery fee: $20.00
Delivery time slots: 10 – 2pm, 2 – 6pm, 6 – 10pm (Additional $5.00 for specific delivery timing)
Self-collection
Bukit Batok (Address will be provided upon order confirmation)
10am – 10pm
14. L.E. Cafe Confectionery & Pastry
L.E. Cafe Confectionery & Pastry is one of the oldest and most well-loved pastry stores in Singapore. Because of their popularity, orders for CNY goodies typically open from the October prior to CNY, and cease in early January.
However, some of their most favoured items will still be in stock for walk-in purchases. To prevent a wasted trip, give them a call to enquire for available stocks first.
Menu
| Pineapple Tarts | Varies according to packaging and collection dates |
| Prawn Roll | $15.00 |
| Kueh Lapis | $26.00 (½ kg)
$48.00 (1kg) |
| Nian Gao | $5.30 (4”)
$7.30 (6”) |
Walk-in purchases
Block 42 Cambridge Road #01-02 Singapore 210042
Monday – Saturday: 11am – 6.30pm
Sunday: 12pm – 4pm
Block 637 Veerasamy Road #01-111 Singapore 200637
Monday – Sunday: 1pm – 3.30pm
[email protected]
6298 1477 (Cambridge Road) / 6294 8813 (Veerasamy Road)
15. Baker’s Brew
Claiming to be highly addictive, these CNY cookies from Baker’s Brew are available in four savoury flavours to satisfy your taste buds. Additionally, they come in tins that have been beautifully designed with sophisticated Chinese imperial embroidery. Grab the Imperial Collection (Bundle of 5) with your family and friends to get a better rate!
Menu
| Ondeh Ondeh Cookies | $26.80 |
| Pineapple Bak Kwa Cookies | $26.80 |
| Hae Bee Hiam Chicken Floss Cookies | $26.80 |
| Muah Chee Peanut Cookies | $26.80 |
| Traditional Pineapple Tarts | $26.80 |
| Imperial Collection: Bundle of 5 | $125.00 (U.P. $134.00) |
Early bird special
Enjoy 8% discount when you purchase 3 or more tins!
For online orders, use the promo code CNYEB2019 at check out.
Delivery
Delivery fee: $25.00+ (free delivery for orders above $500)
Delivery time: 10am – 8pm
Self-collection
Paragon (4 January – 3 February)
290 Orchard Road #05-46, Paragon, Singapore 238859
Upper Thomson (4 January – 3 February)
246H Upper Thomson Road Singapore 574370
Sembawang (4 January – 3 February)
6 Jalan Tampang Singapore 758950
CNY Booths (Off-the-Shelf Sales only)
Great World City: 4 January – 3 February
Tanglin Mall: 4 January – 3 February
Suntec City: 8 January – 3 February
Vivo City: 15 January – 3 February
Nex Mall: 17 January – 3 February
Marina Square: 18 January – 3 February
Bugis Junction: 21 January – 3 February
Tampines Mall: 23 January – 3 February
[email protected]
+65 6909 0669 (Paragon) / 6493 2246 (Upper Thomson) / 6635 7166 (Sembawang)
16. Creme Maison Bakery
One of Creme Maison’s signature CNY goodies is their fragrant pineapple truffles. Innovatively available in 6 flavours, these delightful treats provide a modern spin on regular pineapple tarts. On top of that, their gorgeous Blossom Treasure Dessert Box features 4 sweet treats for all the sweet tooths out there.
Menu
| Prosperity Bundle Pineapple Truffles (Choose 2 out of 6 flavours) | $58.00 |
| Charcoal Truffle (18pcs) | $28.00 |
| Cranberry Pineapple Truffles (21pcs) | $28.00 |
| French Cheese Pineapple Truffles (21pcs) | $28.00 |
| Lady Earl Grey Pineapple Truffles (21pcs) | $28.00 |
| Original Milk Pineapple Truffle (21pcs) | $28.00 |
| Salted Egg Boluo (18pcs) | $28.00 |
| Blossom Treasure Dessert Box | $48.00 |
Delivery
Delivery fee: $35.00 (no minimum purchase required)
Self-collection
30 Tai Seng Street #08-03C Singapore 534013
Daily: 9am – 5pm
(Closed every Tuesday)
Sunday: 10am – 1pm
Collection dates: 14 January – 3 February
[email protected]
+65 8181 3689
17. Good Bites Only
A firm believer of we are what we eat, the founder of Good Bites Only is a mother of 2 who seeks to create wholesome recipes for her family. If you’re a health nut, these CNY goodies are made for you as organic ingredients are used as much as possible. In fact, their Golden Crunch was a hit at the recent Yogafest W.E event!
Menu
| Golden Crunch | $26.00 |
| Almond Goji Granola (250g) | $20.00 |
Order by: 1 February 2019
Kindly place your orders at least 3 days in advance.
Delivery
Delivery fee: $10.00 (free delivery for orders $80.00 and above)
Self-collection
Pasir Ris MRT (Arrange timing via email)
18. Cakerholic
Well-known for their Bakwa Floss Cake retailing at Bee Cheng Hiang, Cakerholic has made Crunchy Bakwa Cookies, Ondeh Ondeh Tarts and Earl Grey Pineapple Tarts this CNY. Each recipe is original and have been constantly improved based on customer feedback. Guaranteed to be a proportion that is perfect for your palate, one bite is simply not enough! Get any 3 of their goodies for just $66.00 (U.P. $74.70)!
Menu
| Crunchy Bakwa Cookie | $24.90
3 for $66.00 (U.P. $74.70) |
| Ondeh Ondeh Tart | $24.90
3 for $66.00 (U.P. $74.70) |
| Earl Grey Pineapple Tart | $24.90
3 for $66.00 (U.P. $74.70) |
Self-collection
451 Joo Chiat Road
#01-03 Cakerholic
MOX @ KATONG POINT
Dates: 25 – 27 January, 1 – 4 February
Time: 11am – 3pm
[email protected]
+65 9652 0810
BONUS!
Deco Chiffon Cakes
Deco Chiffon Cakes was founded by Susanne, a renowned cook book author and chiffon cake artist. This year, she has created this adorable Bandung Chiffon Cake Piggies to celebrate the year of the pig! Her captivating creations are for sale, however, all 2019 CNY slots have been filled up.
If you are interested to learn how to bake these cakes for your little ones, you can do so by signing up for their baking classes. Alternatively, refer to her blog for a detailed recipe and the reveal of the best meringue technique (French, Swiss or Italian) for making chiffon cakes.
GIVEAWAY!
The Nutkins is giving away their uniquely flavoured peanuts to 3 lucky winners!
Each winner will be getting 1 x Baked Prawn Flavoured Peanuts (100g) and 1 x Black Pepper Crab Flavoured Peanuts (100g).
This giveaway has ended and winners have been announced on our Facebook.
Thank you for your participation!
*Disclaimer: This giveaway is sponsored by The Nutkins. If, for any reason, the sponsor fails to send the prize or is unable to, Bumble Scoop will not be held responsible for supplying the prize or the value of the prize to the winner.
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