Nabati Nextar B’Day Cookie Richbutter is now available in Indonesia is large and round, with each piece topped with colorful chocolate chips. This butter flavoured biscuit with rainbow chip is described as a “big cookie for your big day.”
Nabati Nextar B’Day Cookies are perfect for celebrating life’s special moments, whether it’s a small victory or a big birthday bash. Their affordability makes them accessible to everyone.
Nestlé Indonesia has launched the all-new NESCAFà Oat Latte in a ready-to-drink can format. NESCAFà Oat Latte is a long-time coming as oat latte has become easily accessible in Indonesia. The new product (IDR 9,600 per 220ml can) also offers consumers a cheaper alternative to the premium Wakely Cold Brew Coffee Oat Latte at IDR 34,900 per 230ml can).
The impending release of Squid Game Season 2 on Netflix on 26 December 2024 has inspired various brands to launch collaborative products. In Malaysia, Tealive and Mamee’s Mister Potato have jumped into the bandwagon with Tealive releasing Honey Toffee Cream Cloud comprising the following drinks:
Mister Potato, meanwhile, is having the Squid Game 2 challenge. To participate in the contest, snack lovers can look for special Mister Potato with hidden Squid Game-inspired symbols. Discovering these symbols could unlock exciting prizes.
The grand prize is RM 20,000 (1 winner), while the second prize is RM 10,000 (3 winners) and weekly prizes of RM 2,500 (20 winners).
In the Philippines, Mamee is organising a similar content but the grand prize is a dream gateway to South Korea, while the weekly prizes include Squid Game Funko Pop collectibles, PHP 1,000 worth of vouchers for select partners and bundles of Mister Potato products to keep snack stash stocked.
Consolation prizes include additional bundles of Mister Potato products and exclusive Squid Game merchandise and vouchers worth up to PHP1,500.
Singapore’s Gryphon Tea Company has unveiled Muscat Beauty with White Grape, which is the latest addition to their Cold Brewed Sparkling Tea line. The new RTD tea features oolong tea, rose hip and white grape.
Here’s the official description “unfurl the essence of tea with 12 hours of botanical bliss with natureâs finest flavours. Savour Tuscan summer infused with the sweetness of sun-ripened grapes. This sparkling tea whispers of sunshine and laughter, a celebration of friendship and endless summer days. More than just a beverage, it’s a blissful escape.”
Ingredients: Cold Brewed Tea (Filtered Sparkling Water,Oolong Tea, Rose Hips, White Grape Juice Concentrate,Carbon Dioxide, Natural Flavourings, Citric Acid, Vitamin C, Sweeteners (Acesulfame-K, Sucralose)
Get it now at 7-Eleven outlets in Singapore.
JAKARTA, Indonesia, Nov. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — DaVinci Gourmet, the global leader in beverage innovation and solutions and a brand under Kerry Group, proudly announces the appointment of Mikael Jasin, 2024 World Barista Champion, as its first brand ambassador for the Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa (APMEA) region.
Jasin, a celebrated figure in the coffee world and three-time Indonesia Barista Champion (2019, 2020, 2024), brings his expertise and passion to this new partnership. Over the next year, he will represent DaVinci Gourmet at events, campaigns, and innovation initiatives across the APMEA region.
The announcement took place at Jasin’s OmakafĂ©, an omakase-style coffee boutique that showcases multi-course specialty coffee experiences. Jasin and his team prepared a curated menu featuring DaVinci Gourmet products and creations that capture the craft, science, and art that is at the heart of the brand.
“I am honoured and excited to partner with DaVinci Gourmet,” said Jasin, 34. “The brand’s values mirror my mission to elevate coffee experiences for people everywhere and transform the lives of communities. With an extensive range of syrups and sauces, DaVinci Gourmet provides baristas like me the tools to create innovative beverages tailored to local tastes. It’s like having a library of flavours that empowers creativity and helps craft coffee stories unique to every market.”
In addition to his barista accolades, Jasin is the co-founder of So So Good Coffee Company and CATUR Coffee Company, which specialise in uniquely fermented Indonesian coffee beans, and provide barista training and café consultancy. Holding a postgraduate degree in marketing with expertise in customer experience and design thinking, Jasin combines artistry and strategy in his ambition to advance the coffee industry.
Eloise Dubuisson, General Manager for Food Service Brands at Kerry APMEA, shared her enthusiasm: “As the 2024 World Barista Champion, Mikael Jasin exemplifies excellence in coffee artistry. His passion for innovation and storytelling through coffee perfectly complements DaVinci Gourmet’s mission to empower drink makers to craft masterpieces. I can’t think of a better ambassador for DaVinci Gourmet in our region â Mikael will bring immeasurable value to the art and craft of coffee-making and transform APMEA’s coffee culture and community.”
Singapore, 27 November 2024 â The Marina Bay Singapore Countdown, presented by the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), returns for its 20th edition with a collection of festivities to usher in 2025.
This yearâs Marina Bay Singapore Countdown is part of the ONE Countdown series of celebratory events islandwide organised to commemorate Singaporeâs 60th birthday (SG60). Festivities have already begun at Marina Bay with illumi â one of the worldâs largest light and multimedia show that has landed in Singapore for the first time. Visitors can look forward to more exciting activities setting the Bay abuzz in the weeks to come. These include performances by homegrown talents at Esplanade â Theatres on the Bay and a new series of Brightening Lives light projections on The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, featuring artworks by artists with disabilities. As a finale, Marina Bayâs spectacular annual fireworks display, designed by the team behind STAR ISLAND, will light up the sky around the Bay on New Yearâs Eve to bid farewell to 2024.
Illuminating the Bay with artworks from artists with disabilities
Returning for another edition, the inspiring Brightening Lives light projections echo the values of SG60 with uplifting artworks that encourage the community to reflect on what it means to thrive in Singapore where everyone, regardless of background or circumstance, has an opportunity to succeed. This yearâs projections, presented in collaboration with community partner and local philanthropic organisation, The Majurity Trust, will showcase a series of original artworks created by artists with disabilities from ART:DIS, a local non-profit organisation which seeks to provide learning and livelihood opportunities for persons with disabilities through art.
From 26 to 31 December 2024, the facade of The Fullerton Hotel Singapore will come alive with a display of three newly commissioned artworks, in addition to five adapted artworks that speak of the spirit of a thriving nation. Running every 15 minutes from 8pm to 10:30pm nightly (until 10:45pm on 31 December 2024), the vivid artwork projections will collectively tell a story of tenacity, resilience and progress. The story presents the aspirations and hopes of childhood which evolve as each person takes flight into the world beyond, where they blossom after overcoming each new challenge as they journey through life. Emerging from this mosaic of diverse paths lighting up the hotel facade is a unified vision to build a Singapore where everyone can grow, contribute and thrive.
The three newly commissioned artworks will explore themes such as teamwork, diversity and overcoming mental health challenges. Piece by Piece, a joint creation by Brennan Tay, Crystal Tay and Sophie Valerio, brings together their diverse talents and aspirations through two contrasting motifs â building blocks and a vast galaxy â as metaphors for how each personâs unique talents can come together to open up unlimited possibilities with hard work and determination. In Flight by Amelia Tan depicts vibrant flocks of birds navigating different environments, representing the determination to grow and rise above hardships. Abraham Kohâs Thriving in Singapore, is a contemporary piece that portrays Singapore as a melting pot of people from diverse backgrounds, expressing his hope for a nation where people can unite and thrive.
Five other existing artworks by accomplished ART:DIS artists will also be adapted and projected alongside the commissioned pieces. For these artists and their families, showcasing their work at the Marina Bay Singapore Countdown is a powerful affirmation of their talents and the value they bring. Some of these artworks have been featured as merchandise by ART:DIS to support artists with disabilities. Festive shoppers can contribute to this meaningful cause by purchasing memorabilia of this iconic celebration here.
Celebrate with exciting live performances and an enchanting multimedia experience and dazzling fireworks displaysÂ
Throughout December, Esplanade will bring back the ever-popular Come Together, a series of free performances at the Esplanade Concourse and the DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre at Esplanade. This will feature rising talents such as The Midnight Suns, Pure Fantasy, Roseville Deluxe and Daniel Sid.
At the ongoing illumi, visitors can enjoy one of the worldâs largest light shows and embark on an illuminated outdoor journey through its nine uniquely themed worlds, each filled with unique displays and immersive installations. As the year draws to a close, illumi offers a special New Year’s Eve experience where visitors can picnic under the stars amidst dazzling light displays, creating a mesmerising backdrop for the countdown to midnight.
On 31 December 2024, the festivities will culminate in spectacular fireworks displays as revellers welcome 2025 with bursts of colours across the night sky. The specially choreographed fireworks displays, with a total duration of 30 minutes, will take place in four chapters starting from 11pm on New Yearâs Eve, with the grand finale unfolding at midnight.
Ensuring an enjoyable and safe experience for allÂ
For public safety and to facilitate crowd management, the number of people entering and leaving key areas around the Bay and its surrounding districts will be regulated on New Yearâs Eve. These areas will be closed when their capacity limits are reached. Members of the public are advised to take public transport to Marina Bay. If necessary, certain exits of MRT stations in the Marina Bay area will be closed, and visitors will be diverted to other areas. Visitors are urged to follow crowd management and safety measures as well as instructions from security personnel on the ground, to help ensure a safe and enjoyable New Yearâs countdown experience for everyone.
The public can visit the Crowd@MarinaBay map for timely updates on the crowd situation on New Yearâs Eve and plan their routes and activities accordingly.
Genting Highlands, 23 October 2024  Set amidst a charming and soothingly lush, botanically-inspired space with hanging plants, Genting Secret Garden HotPot invites those craving for warmth from the chilly mountain air to step into its cosy realm.  Most of us find a simmering and sumptuous hotpot feast irresistable when blanketed in cool temperatures. If you are going on an indulgent break on the hills, be sure to make a pitstop at Genting Secret Garden Hotpot for a tantalising palate odyssey!
With exceedingly rich, nourishing broths such as collagen, tonkatsu, tomato and spicy mala as well as an impressive assortment of premium cuts ranging from pork collar, streaky bacon, Australian beef sirloin, beef brisket and more; fresh in-house green house produce; and bountiful harvests from the ocean (read: green mussels, sea prawns and scallops) against a super-instagrammable setting with glass windows for unobstructed night views, Genting Secret Garden HotPot sets the standard for the ultimate sky-high hotpot dining experience!
The restaurant boasts of a greenhouse within its premises where fresh, naturally sweet and crispy organically grown lettuce is harvested to fill the dinersâ veggie basket. Without a doubt, the exceptionally fresh ingredients coupled with a myriad of broth options in an aesthetically pleasing serene setting makes for true indulgence of this addictive piping hot dish!
And now with the restaurantâs current promotion at RM38 per pax, hotpot enthusiasts can enjoy chicken and gojiberry broth with luscious poultry and pork slices; pork cocktail sausages; squid balls; luncheon meat; an option of rice, glass noodles, dried noodles or udon; and a basketful of Genting Secret Garden lettuce; cabbage; pumpkin; lotus root; pak choy; baby romaine; shiitake, enoki and shimeji mushrooms; beancurd skins and white corn.
At RM58 per pax, diners can relish all that is in the RM38 set with the exception of pork cocktail sausages plus additional servings of pork balls, homemade pork dumplings, sea prawns and toman fish slices. Ingredients can be added on from RM5nett! Savour your hotpot experience by selecting from over 12 types of sweet, savoury and spicy dipping sauces!
End your meal with a flourish with delicious palate-cleansing ice-cream, tongsui of the day, tropical mixed fruits or herbal jelly. Genting Secret Garden Hotpot is located at Level 2, Highlands Hotel, Resorts World Genting and its operational hours are from 5:00pm till 11:00pm Sundays through Thursdays and 5:00pm till 1:00am on Fridays, Saturdays and eve of public holidays. For more information, visit rwgenting.com.
Celebrations Are Best When Your Phones Take a Rest
KUALA LUMPUR, 28th November 2024 â As the festive season draws near, HeinekenÂź encourages everyone to step away from screens and embrace authentic moments. With the message Celebrations Are Best When Your Phones Take a Rest, HeinekenÂź is inviting people to put their phones down and fully connect with friends and loved ones.
Earlier this year, HeinekenÂź launched a global campaign centered around the Boring Phone. This campaign champions the central idea of âdisconnecting to reconnect,â and highlights the joy of real-life connections over digital interactions â keeping it âboringâ online to focus on meaningful moments with friends, places, and experiences offline.Â
Kicking off the festive season on 18th November, HeinekenÂź Malaysia brings this message to life with its âCelebrate Boringâ campaign, which unfolds through a series of engaging global brand films, followed by digital activations and on-the-ground experiences designed to inspire Malaysians to swap screen time for face-to-face connections.
From 6th December, the excitement shifts online with the playful âHeinekenÂź 404 Boring Memeâ challengeâencouraging consumers to take a break from endless scrolling and engage the real world this holiday season. To join, repost the meme on your Instagram Stories, tag @HeinekenMY and stand to win exclusive passes to HeinekenÂź Boring Social Parties happening this December.Â
These exclusive social parties, specially curated with Saturday Selects and Motherchuckers, are the ultimate way to celebrate Christmas and New Yearâs Eve. Guests can safely stow their phones at these phone-free parties and enjoy immersive experiences, feel-good vibes and curated activities with a refreshing HeinekenÂź, fostering real connections without digital distractions.
Phones Off, Night On!
From December 2024 to January 2025, HeinekenÂź will expand this experience to pubs and bars nationwide with âPhones Off, Night Onâ activations. At these venues, patrons can safely lock away their phones in HeinekenÂź Phone Lockers in exchange for a refreshing HeinekenÂź, turning screen time into quality facetime.
Win the Exclusive HeinekenÂź Boring Phone
As part of a nationwide contest, HeinekenÂź fans can also win the exclusive HeinekenÂź Boring Phone, developed with Boston-based streetwear curator Bodega.Â
This limited edition minimalist phone is stripped of social media and HD cameras, offering only calls and texts to remind us that sometimes, less is more.
To enter, purchase a set or bucket of HeinekenÂź or two cans of HeinekenÂź 0.0 at participating bars. Winners can then trade digital distractions for a one-of-a-kind device designed to promote true connections.
Joyce Lim, Marketing Manager â Premium at Heineken Malaysia Berhad, highlights the campaignâs relevance in todayâs digital age: âHeinekenÂź believes that life tastes better when experienced in the moment. In a world filled with constant notifications, itâs crucial to unplug and engage with those around us. Especially for Gen Z and Millennials, who increasingly realise that life is best experienced in the moment. The campaign tagline, Celebrations Are Best When Your Phones Take a Rest, is not just asking people to look up from their phones; it is a reminder to be fully present and savour refreshing experiences with HeinekenÂź.â
To join the online challenge, learn more about winning a HeinekenÂź Boring Phone or find the Phones Off, Night On activations, visit https://www.heineken.com/my/en/campaigns/festive Stay updated on HeinekenÂźâs latest happenings on Instagram (@Heinekenmy) and Facebook (HeinekenMYS).
HeinekenÂź and all these happenings are strictly for non-Muslims aged 21 and above. We’re all about being responsible â when you drive, never drink. Please #EnjoyResponsibly.
KUALA LUMPUR, 28 November 2024 â As the holiday season sets in, there’s no better way to celebrate than with a feast that ignites your taste buds and warms your heart! This year, K Fry Urban Korean takes festive dining to a new level with the new “Spicy and Sweet, A Festive Treat” menuâcurated to bring a perfect balance of bold flavours, festive cheer, and unforgettable moments. Available from today till 31st December 2024, this limited-time menu promises to make your holidays extra special.
At the heart of the new menu is the Caramel Sriracha Chickenâan appetising dish that balances sweet and spicy with perfection. Each piece of golden-crisp chicken is generously glazed with a rich caramel sauce infused with the fiery kick of sriracha, finished with a refreshing zest of lime. Whether youâre a fan of wings or prefer boneless bites, this dish is priced at RM24.91 for wings and RM22.61 for boneless chicken, promising an unforgettable burst of flavour in every mouthful.
No festive meal is complete without dessert, and K Fryâs Caramel Pudding Bingsoo is a decadent treat you wonât want to miss. This creamy masterpiece takes their signature milky bingsoo to new heights, topped with silky caramel custard and a drizzle of rich caramel sauce. Priced at RM22.90, it is the ultimate sweet indulgence, designed to bring a smile to anyoneâs face this holiday season.
To complement these delights, K Fry has also crafted two refreshing beverages that embody the vibrant spirit of the holidays. The 1-Litre Peach and Strawberry Twist Sparklingâa fizzy blend of juicy peaches and tangy strawberriesâis the perfect sparkling toast at RM23.90. Meanwhile, the Kiwi and Orange Crush, priced at RM16.50, pairs tropical kiwi sweetness with a bright burst of orange zest, delivering a refreshing sip with every glass.
Whatâs a holiday without a little excitement? From today to 31st December 2024, K Fry invites you to join the KâFries Wonderland Challenge, where every dining experience could be your ticket to win exclusive K Fry merchandise and vouchers.
Hereâs how it works:
So, round up your loved ones, head to your nearest K Fry outlet, and immerse yourself in the holiday spirit with these sweet and spicy offerings. For more information and promotions about K Fry, please visit its website and Facebook or Instagram.
Visitors enjoyed âReal Smoothâ beer, delicious spicy bites and the hottest beats at the Zhongshan building
KUALA LUMPUR, 27 November 2024 â Whether you’re catching up with friends, firing up the grill for a weekend barbecue, or winding down after a long day, Carlsberg Smooth Draught is your go-to for those effortlessly smooth moments and recently invited consumers to immerse themselves in a ‘World of Smooth’.
From 21 to 23 November 2024, over 4,000 Carlsberg Smooth Draught lovers stepped into a vibrant fusion of the smoothest beer, delicious, spicy bites, and the hottest beats at the Zhongshan Building, a hub of arts and culture in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. This immersive event also featured unique and engaging exhibitions as well as hands-on workshops.
â’Real Smoothâ is back for its third year, and weâve raised the bar once again,â said Olga Pulyaeva, Marketing Director of Carlsberg Malaysia. âWhat began as an exclusive celebration of spicy food and smooth beer has grown into an event designed for all our consumers to enjoy. This year, we elevated it further with âReal Smoothâ beer, âReal Spicyâ bites, and the electrifying addition of âReal Beatsâ, making it bigger, bolder, and more exciting than ever.â
In collaboration with Loka Made, a local creative collective, Carlsberg Smooth Draught captivated beer lovers with a visually stunning and unforgettable experience at the âWorld of Smoothâ. Visitors showcased their smoothest moves at the Smooth Grooves station to snag sleek Carlsberg Smooth Draught x Loka Made laptop sleeves. Beer lovers also took home Carlsberg Smooth Draught x Loka Made tumblers with purchase and the âSmooth Momentsâ station invited guests to strike their best posesâalone or with friendsâto create personalised Carlsberg Smooth Draught bottles. Additionally, the first 300 beer lovers who joined the exciting âhops huntingâ adventure and collected all four hop stamps snagged themselves a limited-edition Carlsberg Smooth Draught x Loka Made tote bag.
No Carlsberg Smooth Draught event would be complete without a mouthwatering selection of spicy culinary delights. Visitors indulged in a lineup of expertly curated dishes, such as Licky Chanâs Real Smooth ice cream infused with Carlsberg Smooth Draught, their bold and fiery Real Spicy ice cream, pizza infused with Carlsberg Smooth Draught as well as Tommy Le Bakerâs irresistible Spicy Polo Buns. Guests also savoured crowd favourites from popular eats like Na Jie China BBQ, Warung Babi Guling Jenny, and Yat Tong Noodle, ensuring a satisfying feast.
As the excitement intensified, there were electrifying performances by international artists from Hong Kong, including 24Herbs and MC Yan, alongside local talents like Lapsap, Mr. Yang, and DJ Jovynn. Visitors also engaged in various workshops featuring activities such as Uncle Duckâs Cooking Show, exhibitions on Malaysian Cantonese culture, insightful talks about Hong Kong, and captivating screenings.
For Carlsberg Smooth Draught lovers, the CarlsBar offered an array of Real Smooth Mixology cocktail workshops. Consumers joined in the fun as they stirred, and sipped cocktails inspired by iconic Hong Kong movies, creating the perfect homage to the lively Canto-yay vibe.
“Through these vibrant and inviting collaborations, weâre delivering more than just a productâweâre curating holistic, immersive experiences that bring our consumers closer to the essence of âReal Smoothâ living,â Pulyaeva added.
Crafted for those seeking the ultimate smooth occasion, Carlsberg Smooth Draught is here to prove why it’s the smoothest beer out thereâperfect for every #BestWithCarlsberg moment! And to encourage responsible drinking, RM10 Grab vouchers were up for grabs for visitors as part of Carlsberg Malaysiaâs #CELEBRATERESPONSIBLY initiative.
Of course, the celebration doesn’t end there. Fans of Carlsberg Smooth Draught can still look forward to ongoing promotions until the end of November. Purchasing two cans of Carlsberg Smooth Draught at super and hypermarkets, 99 Speedmart, or e-commerce sites gives consumers a chance to win limited-edition duffle bags. Buying two six-can packs instantly earns RM5 Touch ‘n Go e-wallet credit. At convenience stores and participating shops, buying two cans gets consumers one entry into the contest, or they can enjoy an RM1 discount on one big bottle (580ml) at coffee shops and eateries. In
pubs and entertainment outlets, spending RM100 on Carlsberg Smooth Draught entitles consumers to redeem a limited-edition Carlsberg Smooth Draught x Loka Made sling bag.
For more information on events and ongoing promotions, visit www.bestwithcarlsberg.my or follow @CarlsbergMY on Facebook and Instagram for the latest activities and giveaways.
