April 23rd is St. George’s Day — a perfect excuse for a British-inspired date night! Whether you’re celebrating your UK roots (like me!) or just love a bit of English charm, here are 8 fun ways to mark the occasion in Singapore.
OUT & ABOUT: Best St. George’s Day date night spots in Singapore
🐟 1. Proper Fish & Chips at Smiths at Balmoral Plaza – Nothing beats crispy battered cod, thick-cut chips and mushy peas. Head to Smiths Authentic British Fish & Chips for a proper chippy experience! (GET IN QUICK – THEY ARE CLOSING IN MAY!) 🙁
☕ 2. Afternoon Tea like royalty – Celebrate in true English fashion with finger sandwiches, warm scones, and a pot of Earl Grey. Check out:
📍 The Fullerton Hotel (classic English tea experience)
📍 Raffles Hotel (home to one of Singapore’s most iconic British-style tea experiences)
📍 The Marmalade Pantry (modern twist on high tea)
🍻 3. Pint & pub grub at The Penny Black at Boat Quay – This riverside pub brings London pub vibes to Singapore. Enjoy a pint of ale and a hearty plate of bangers & mash in a cozy, old-world setting.
🌿 4. Evening stroll at Singapore Botanic Gardens – This lush park is one of the few places in Singapore with an English-style landscape garden. Pack a picnic with some treats from Marks and Spencers for a romantic, nature-filled date.
AT HOME: Cozy St. George’s Day date Ideas
🎬 5. British movie night – Settle in with a British rom-com (Notting Hill, Bridget Jones’s Diary) or classic comedy (Monty Python and the Holy Grail).
🍽 6. Cook a traditional British feast together – Whip up a cozy, homemade meal featuring:
- Bangers & mash – Sausages with mashed potatoes and onion gravy
- Shepherd’s pie – A hearty minced meat and potato classic
- Toad in the hole – Sausages baked in Yorkshire pudding batter
- Or even have breakfast for dinner… Full English Fry-Up – Bacon, eggs, sausages, baked beans, toast and black pudding for a classic British breakfast
🛍 7. Marks & Spencer date night – Hit up M&S for British snacks, biscuits and treats (including Colin Caterpillars and Percy pigs!). Bring them home for a DIY afternoon tea, or just snack your way through a cozy night in!
🎶 8. British music & trivia night – Set the mood with a British music playlist (The Beatles, Oasis, Ed Sheeran), then challenge each other to a UK-themed trivia game with fun categories like British slang, history, and pop culture!
Which St. George date night idea will you try?
Whether you’re raising a pint, sipping tea or indulging in fish & chips, these date night ideas will bring a touch of England to Singapore this St. George’s Day. 🐉
How are you celebrating? Let me know in the comments!
