Happy October! It’s nearing the end of the year and many places are dishing out fresh new meals to suit the upcoming occasions. IKEA Singapore is no different. Besides the iconic Halloween, Deepavali also brings about a host of interesting eats. So let’s dive into what new stuff IKEA has to offer us in its iconic Swedish Restaurant!
Festive Eats
Opening our lineup of festive eats is the Chicken Briyani (S$7.50; S$6.50 IKEA Family price), in celebration of Deepavali! A distinct leave from the milder flavours that IKEA’s Swedish Restaurant usually offers, the Chicken Briyani is a delightful twist.
On sale from 3 to 31 October, vibrant reds and orange contrast the normally neutral or cool colours of the Swedish Restaurant’s fare. This meal is easily split into 3 components, all of which work together to bring the perfect dish. A spice-filled basmati rice is paired with a tender chicken drumstick drizzled with a thick curry, complemented by a side of crackers and achar – what a mouthwatering sight!
Those who are hesitant to jump straight into such an aromatic journey can first test the waters through the Vegetable Balls with Curry Sauce and Green Salad (S$8; S$6.40 IKEA Family price). Instead of the usual mashed potatoes and gravy drizzled on the vegetable balls, customers get a sharp, tasty curry with potato chunks, bringing them closer to the usual curry dish. Bright orange meets the neutrals of the vegetable balls in this fusion of dishes. Available from 3 to 31 October, try this dish out for yourself this Deepavali!
Finally, to wrap up your meal, why not try the Halloween Cake (S$4.50; S$3.50 IKEA Family price)? This funky-looking cake, which you can get from 26 to 31 October, is another addition to the growing list of Halloween dishes in Singapore. With an orange base and green decor, this dessert is sure to catch the eye of whoever walks past it. But does it look as good as it tastes? Well, the only way to find out is to grab it for yourself!
World Food Day: Eat For A Cause
Considering meatless options? There’s no better time than now to try them out. For every portion sold of certain plant-based meals from 1 to 31 October, IKEA Singapore will donate S$2. They include the 8 Plant Balls with Mashed Potato and Green Salad, Plant Ball with Organic Spaghetti and Green Salad and Vegetable Balls with Curry Sauce and Green Salad.
This is all to spread the word on World Food Day. World Food Day promotes awareness and action to end hunger and food insecurity for all. In an effort to raise awareness, IKEA Singapore will be donating to fund the School Goodie Bag Programme by Food from the Heart. Did you know that the programme has already supported more than 6,770 beneficiaries this year?
October Offers
IKEA Singapore has a whole slew of new unveilings this October so make sure you don’t miss out! From the beautiful lights of Deepavali to the quirky visuals of Halloween, find a piece of it all in IKEA Singapore’s multiple outlets. Psst… I heard that the Swedish Market will have some familiar Deepavali snacks like the kacang campur during this month as well. So why not drop by if you’re feeling peckish?
Wander through the maze of minimalism of IKEA’s showrooms and keep an eye out for the new releases released this month. After tiring yourself out, take a seat at the Swedish Restaurant for their brand-new dishes! Or if you’re looking to do your part for World Food Day then take note of the dishes that IKEA Singapore donates for.
Don’t miss out on IKEA’s October offers! Be sure to go through their website for the full list and details of their offers before you head down to their various outlets. Happy eating!
Visuals courtesy of IKEA Singapore
