The Lion City inspired feast preparation and other programmes to get you in a festive mood for Raya
This year’s Hari Raya will be celebrated differently. As some of us may not be able to catch up with our family and friends in person, that doesn’t mean we cannot make the best of it and celebrate it in a fun way. Here is a Singapore destination-inspired guide on how you can celebrate Raya and get yourself festive-ready.
Now Showing: Tune in to the Ramadan specials featuring virtual theatre performances and live music
This month The Necessary Stage (TNS), will be presenting free access to its well-loved theatre play - ‘Rosnah’, which tells the story of a Singapore Malay Muslim woman in London as she journeys through youth and womanhood to discover her own voice. ‘Rosnah’ is free-to-view from now till 25th May 2020.
As part of the 8th edition of “A Tapestry of Sacred Music”, Esplanade Offstage is presenting a powerful and uninhibited qawwali performance by Fareed Ayaz and Abu Muhammad to accompany everyone this Ramadan.
Rosnah by The Necessary Stage: https://vimeo.com/411268708/00278edfa2
Esplanade offstage: https://www.esplanade.com/offstage/arts/fareed-ayaz-and-abu-muhammad-qawwal
Fun and meaningful activities you can do with your family this Raya
Soak up quality family time together this Raya and make the most of it with some fun ideas you can do as a family. The Singapore Tourism Board has launched a new six-part edutainment series: Try this at Home, Tips from Singapore. The series features local personalities including sneaker artist Mark Ong where he turned a piece of home wear into streetwear-inspired, Peranakan Kebaya Makers, brothers Raymond and Edmond Wong where they personalise a peranakan-inspired reusable mask and more. Or you can take a virtual vacation with your family to Sentosa island in Singapore with the popular Nintendo Switch game, Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Get a chance to explore a re-creation of Sentosa – from beach bars to nature trails and even a spot for some yoga by the beach.
Homewear Makeover w/ Mr & Mrs Sabotage (Mark Ong) | Try This at Home: https://www.instagram.com/p/B_mdckjAn24/
Peranakan-inspired Creations w/ Raymond and Edmond Wong | Try This at Home:
https://www.instagram.com/p/B_wwjD_FgxK/
Animal Crossing: New Horizons: https://www.facebook.com/133547290118527/posts/1744014692405104/
Learn how to make your own Iftar meals to #BukaPuasa at Home
While we are unable to get Ramadan bazaar food this year, that doesn't mean we have to miss out completely on the festivities. Follow the trail of chef celebrity and TV personality, Chef Bob as he brings you a cooking tutorial on how to make your own classic Mee Goreng Mamak and Ginger Beef Kway Teow that will surely satisfy your taste buds. If you’re a dessert lover, you can also learn how to create your own post-iftar desserts from Chef Sarah Ariffin on the recipe of Strawberry Ripple Cheesecake, Gluten-Free Chocolate cake and more.
Chef Bob: https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?v=3729242973816644
Chef Sarah Ariffin: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp51ADu552XjhOg1BbjxJxQ
Join a virtual community and lets #RamadanTogether
The National Heritage Board (NHB) has organised a wide range of activities to bring you ways to get closer with the community while experiencing Ramadan Together from the comfort of your own home. Titled “Ramadan Together”, the activities feature a month-long virtual celebration as you get to break fast with the Muslim community, learn how to cook traditional Hari Raya dish through the live mamak session or join in the Hari Raya festivities in the kampong concert with surprise guests!
Ramadan Together by the National Heritage Board: https://www.facebook.com/events/1676395235833903/
Creative ways to decorate your home during Ramadan
Sometimes a couple of eye-catching pieces is all you need to give your living space a breath of fresh air. Switch out your regular cushion covers, coasters, plates or table runners with bright colours, bold graphics, and quirky Peranakan fabric designs from Onlewo that will transform the ambience of the area to a livelier one. If creating a picture-perfect spread is on your lists of must-do for Raya, add in a collection of stunning dinnerware or fun table-top accessories from House of AnLi that will make your dining table centre-piece stand out. Accessories your table by creating your terrariums with Gardens By The Bay free online workshop.
Onlewo - https://onlewo.com/
House of AnLi - https://houseofanli.com/
Gardens By the Bay’s Terrarium Making Workshop Series -https://www.gardensbythebay.com.sg/en/stayhomewithgb/videos/terrarium-making-workshop.html
Surprise your friends and family in Singapore with a Buka Puasa meal delivered directly to their home
As some of us are unable to reunite for Buka Puasa together with friends and family, you can surprise your family and friends with a special ‘Buka Puasa delivery’ for Iftar this Ramadan. Popular Nasi Padang restaurant, Hjh Maimunah is offering islandwide delivery from their Joo Chiat outlet this Ramadan where you can deliver authentic kampung cuisines such as sambal udang, rendang and more to your friends and family in Singapore. Or you can deliver freshly prepared nasi Dulang sets from Straits Café where each set combines hot and tangy flavour along with tender meats and vegetables.
Hjh Maimunah: https://hjhmaimunahdelivery.oddle.me/en_SG/
Straits Café: https://delivery.straitscafe.com.sg/en_SG/
For more tips on virtual experiences and inspirations to celebrate Raya this year, visit: https://www.facebook.com/VisitSingaporeMY