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Our new 9pm rollover time 🥳
November 2024
Early bird gets the First Table 🚀
We have some exciting news to take your dining adventures up a notch....
🥁 Drumroll, please... introducing our new 9pm rollover!
Previously, the race to snag a First Table began at midnight, with each restaurant’s availability added for the week ahead when the clock struck 12 ⏰ We've now made it easier to score those early-bird dining spots with a more convenient 9pm release. That’s right – now you can secure your First Table without the midnight scramble 💤
All you need to do is log into First Table, pick a restaurant (maybe one you’ve yet to try), and voilà – you’re all set for a fantastic meal 🥳
We all have our evening habits, whether it’s settling in with a glass of red, winding down with a bit of social media, or maybe a Netflix binge that started at 9pm and somehow stretched to 2am (no judgement here!). And while we may have different tastes and routines, one thing unites us foodie folk: the quest to book that perfect table 🍴 Now, you don’t have to be a night owl to snag the early bird.
So here’s a handy tip to make 9pm booking part of your routine: it’s called #habitstacking. It’s as easy as adding something new to an existing habit – like booking a First Table just as you settle into your evening routine. Whether it’s a mate date, a family meal, or a romantic night out, make 9pm your go-to time to secure your next great dining spot ⏰
So, as the clock strikes 9pm (or maybe 8:57 for the keen ones), you can grab 50% off the total food bill at your favourite eatery or try somewhere new on your dining bucket list – all while supporting local restaurants. Now that’s what we call a win-win! 🥳
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