Thailand’s Café Amazon has introduced a sugar-reduced version of its popular Dark Choc beverage. Priced at THB 99, the new Dark Choc Less Sugar 30% is available in convenient 5-packet boxes and is enriched with 14 essential vitamins and minerals, along with Omega 3 fatty acids.
The coffee shop chain has also released Coffee Capsule Honey Lemon made with 100% Arabica coffee beans with the sweet and sour aroma of Honey and Lemon. It is priced at THB 240 per box each with 10 capsules.
The new drink menu comprises Double Choco Banana Frappe and Iced Coffee Tiramisu.
Krispy Kreme, renowned for its fresh, glazed, yeast-raised doughnuts, has introduced a novel creation in Thailand – filled doughnuts. The new Glazed Lemon Filled Doughnut and Glazed Raspberry Filled Doughnut tantalize taste buds with their delectable fillings, offering Krispy Kreme fans an exciting new way to indulge in doughnut goodness.
Thailand’s SNNP has introduced two new spicy flavours inspired by Korean cuisine: Korean Hot Sauce and Gochujang Sauce under its Bento squid snack brand. Catering to the growing popularity of Korean flavours, these additions elevate the brand’s spicy offerings to new heights.
Goody Group has unveiled the latest Star Kombucha flavor in Vietnam, a refreshing yuzu addition to the existing lineup of guava, passionfruit, mango, pomegranate, hibiscus ginger, and ginger.
Star Kombucha’s canned kombucha is suitable for everyone, but the brand’s marketing heavily targets health-conscious young females seeking to improve their skin complexion, body shape, and overall health. Kombucha’s novelty appeals to younger consumers, making them more receptive to the product.
To expand kombucha’s consumption, the company is exploring various applications, including using it as a salad dressing. Other approaches to further diversify kombucha’s applications include expanding into the beauty and personal care segment.
RAS Epicurean Award 2023 People's Choice Award Winner: Dian Xiao Er
Brand-new ‘Best Farm-to-Table Restaurant’ category underscores the importance of sustainability in Singapore’s food services and F&B industry
November 22, 2023 Singapore – The RAS Epicurean Star Award 2023 was presented this evening as a grand tribute to Singapore’s hardworking and talented workforce in the F&B industry. 164 F&B establishments were nominated across 22 categories this year, marking the largest number of submissions by nominees since the Award was first incepted. A total of 44 awards were presented at the gala dinner event.
Welcome Speech by Guest-of-Honour Ms Low Yen Ling, Minister of State for Trade and Industry
The 28th edition of the Award was held at the Raffles City Convention Centre (RCCC) Fairmont Ballroom, and was graced by Guest of Honour Ms Low Yen Ling, Minister of State for Trade and Industry.
The RAS Epicurean Star Award is a highly anticipated celebration of achievements by brands, individuals, and establishments in Singapore’s F&B industry calendar. This annual prestigious event has been devoted to recognising strong, innovative and exciting F&B brands and concepts.
The RAS Epicurean Star Award also celebrates talents and honours the indomitable spirit of the F&B industry – the service staff, restaurateurs, chefs, and many more who braved the adversities and challenges the industry faces.
The restaurant and F&B industry continue to witness the emergence of new dining trends and preferences from the new generation of diners – ranging from the increased demand for healthier dining options, a focus on sustainability in terms of plant-based ingredients and eco-friendly foods, and an increased spotlight on the farm-to-table offerings in restaurants.
The industry also noted that diners are increasingly interested in understanding the origins of their food and ingredients. To acknowledge this trend, the Restaurant Association of Singapore (RAS introduced a brand-new category at the RAS Epicurean Star Award 2023 – the ‘Best Farm-To-Table Restaurant’ category.
The new category recognises the Award’s distinguished nominees who have embraced ethical sourcing and sustainable practices, positively impacting Singapore’s culinary scene and the environment. The limelight on the new category also resonates with the launch of the Farm-to-Table in March this year in a national drive to recognise F&B establishments that adopt sustainable practices by procuring locally farmed produce.
Last year, RAS collaborated with Workforce Singapore (WSG) to introduce the Workforce Resilience Award, which recognised food service companies that reinvented themselves and retained their workforce during the COVID-19 pandemic through the Career Conversation Programme (CCP). This year, WSG partnered with RAS again to present the WSG Workforce Transformation Award, a dedicated category recognising companies that have transformed their workforce through job redesign and reskilling.
The WSG Workforce Transformation Awards confers a distinction to the top adopters from the SME & Non-SME category with the highest number of reskilled workers. The award aims to motivate the industry to embark on workforce transformation. Additionally, companies that have onboarded CCP for Food Professional & Associate (CCP-FPA) were acknowledged at the event.
Best Asian Restaurant – Fine Dining
RAS Epicurean Star Award 2023 Best Asian Restaurant (Fine Dinng) Winner: Oumi
Winner: Oumi
Runner-up: Taste Paradise
Best Asian Restaurant – Casual Dining
Winner: Dian Xiao Er
Runner-up: Chili Padi Nonya Restaurant
Best Chinese Restaurant – Fine Dining
Winner: Man Fu Yuan
Runner-up: Tóng Lè Private Dining
Best Chinese Restaurant – Casual Dining
Winner: TungLok Signatures
Runner-up: PUTIEN
Best Halal Restaurant – Fine Dining
Winner: Restaurant Espoir
Runner-up: Tipo Pizzeria e Trattoria
Best Halal Restaurant – Casual Dining
Winner: Ginger
Runner-up: The Dim Sum Place
Best Japanese Restaurant – Fine Dining
RAS Star Epicurean Award 2023 Best Japanese Restaurant (Fine Dining) Winner: Waku Ghin
Winner: Takayama
Winner: Waku Ghin
Runner-up: Oumi
Best Japanese Restaurant – Casual Dining
Winner: USHIO SUMIYAKI & SAKE BAR
Runner-up: KINKI RESTAURANT + BAR
Best Western Restaurant – Fine Dining
RAS Epicurean Star Award 2023 Best Western Restaurant (Fine Dining) Winner: FIRE
Winner: FIRE
Runner-up: Spago Dining Room by Wolfgang Puck – Singapore
Best Western Restaurant – Casual Dining
RAS Epicurean Star Award 2023 Best Western Restaurant (Casual Dining): Winner Au Balcon at The Summerhouse
Winner: Au Balcon at The Summerhouse
Runner-up: Tanglin Cookhouse
Best BBQ Restaurant
RAS Star Epicurean Award 2023 Best BBQ Restaurant Winner: Kaarla
Winner: Kaarla
Runner-up: Griglia Open Fire Italian Kitchen
Best Buffet Restaurant
Winner: RISE
Runner-up: Peppermint at PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay,
Singapore
Best Cafe
RAS Epicurean Star Award 2023 Best Cafe Winner: Arteasiq Tea Lounge
Winner: Arteastiq Tea Lounge
Runner-up: Wildseed Cafe @ The Alkaff Mansion
Best Chain Restaurant
Winner: Haidilao Hot Pot
Runner-up: PUTIEN
Best Farm-To-Table Restaurant
Winner: Oumi
Runner-up: Peppermint at PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay,
Singapore
Best Fusion Restaurant
Winner: FLNT
Runner-up: Arbora Hilltop Garden & Bistro
Best Gastro Bar
Winner: Kazbar
Runner-up: Harry’s
Best Hot Pot Restaurant
Winner: Beauty in the Pot
Runner-up: Haidilao Hot Pot
Best Mediterranean Restaurant
Winner: UNA
Runner-up: MONTI Singapore
Best Seafood Restaurant
RAS Epicurean Star Award 2023 Best Seafood Restaurant_Winner: Seafood Paradise
Winner: Seafood Paradise
Runner-up: TungLok Seafood
Best Vegetarian Restaurant
Winner: LingZhi Vegetarian
Runner-up: SUFOOD Singapore
The People’s Choice Award
Winner: Dian Xiao Er
WSG Workforce Transformation Awards Winners
Non-SME Category: Mr Benjamin Boh, Managing Director, McDonald’s Singapore
SME Category: Ms Bernadette Giam, Director of Corporate Affairs and Human
Resources, Creative Eateries
Kuala Lumpur, 20 November 2023 – Castrol, one of the country’s leading automotive lubricant companies launched a nationwide contest, scheduled to run from November 2023 to February 2024. The campaign represents an exceptional opportunity for participants to win an array of highly sought-after prizes.
As a brand that is a committed to its customers, the nationwide contest is Castrol’s latest effort in acknowledging and rewarding its dedicated customer base. Participation is straightforward; customers are required to purchase any of the featured Castrol products throughout the contest period and complete the registration process via the official contest portal for a chance to win.
The main attraction of any contest is most certainly the grand prize – and in this case, a brand-new Honda HR-V is up for grabs. The model is a long-time Malaysian favourite and is well-loved for its contemporary design and suitability for our roads.
The excitement doesn’t stop there – as a range of other captivating monthly prizes are also up for grabs, including:
Yamaha Y15 Bikes (x4)
8-day 6-night Holiday Packages to Korea worth RM10,000 (x4)
iPhone 14 128GB (x16)
iPad 10th generation 256GB (x32)
EDGE 5W-30 Engine Oil (x32) – 8 monthly winners will receive a year’s supply of oil.
Power1 Ultimate 10W-40 Engine Oil (x32) – 8 monthly winners will receive a year’s supply of oil.
With a slew of rewards in play, every purchase of Castrol products brings exciting winning opportunities for participants on a monthly basis, ensuring a thrilling journey for all.
Keow Mei-Shan, Marketing Director of Castrol Malaysia & Singapore, expressed, “As the driving force behind this exhilarating contest, we are thrilled to offer our loyal customers a chance to win incredible prizes as a sign of our gratitude and appreciation for their support throughout the years. We intend to stay the course in our unwavering commitment to excellence, in the hopes that it will ignite your passion for vehicles while delivering thrilling rewards.”
Customers who purchase Castrol products during the contest period may participate by completing the registration process on the official contest portal: https://castrolezrewards.com/WinWithCastrol/home Monthly winners will be announced regularly, so stay tuned and don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to win incredible rewards while optimizing vehicle performance with Castrol’s top-quality lubricants.
The holiday season is here! If you are looking to make your weekend a fun-filled one, local snack company Melvados, in collaboration with Nutriient, have got you covered. From 25 November to 26 November, personalise your very own tote bag and sample their latest diabetic-friendly and Halal-certified Low-GI Brownie at Melvados @ AMK Hub.
Get ready for a sumptuous and exciting experience like no other!
Exciting Activities and Promotions
Let your creativity run wild as you get a chance to personalise the Melvados exclusive tote bag with Melvados and Nutriient designed stamps. To get a free tote bag, simply purchase 1 tray of the Low-GI Brownie, while stocks last. You may also purchase the tote bag by itself at $4.90 per piece to get the personalisation experience.
Low GI Brownies
If you want to have a taste of the Low-GI Brownie, you are in luck! There will also be free sampling of the Low-GI Brownie available at the Melvados @ AMK Hub outlet during that weekend. The activation will run from 11am to 8pm on both 25 and 26 November.
Delicious, Guilt-Free Desserts
Crafted using Melvados’ delicious original recipes and Nutriient’s proprietary Low GI sugar substitute blend, the Low-GI Brownie is part of a new line of ‘Better For You’ healthy desserts and Halal-certified. The dessert has low sugar levels, making it a much healthier alternative to the usual snacks, and safe for even diabetics to enjoy.
Each bite of the Low-GI Brownie offers a delightful contrast of dark couverture chocolate with the nutty crunch of walnuts and ground almonds. The brownie has a perfectly balanced texture, moist and fudgy on the inside with a crisp exterior, for a harmonious blend of melt-in-your-mouth goodness and satisfying chewiness.
So what are you waiting for? If you’re looking for a time of delicious treats and a bonding activity with your loved ones, don’t miss out on this activation this weekend!
Jack ‘n Jill Cream-O by URC Vietnam now has a new lemon flavoured cookie. The new cookie has the sweet taste of chocolate, the tanginess of refreshing lemon and the cool minty taste to deliver a new eating experience.
URC has also launched NIPS, which are colourful crunchy candy-coated shells infused with rich creamy chocolate and a variety of filling.
Charoen Pokphand Group subsidiary CPRAM has introduced a new line of wholesome and nutritious meals for the elderly under the Creator brand. The range includes Seabass Porridge, Rice Noodle with Fish and Black Bean Sauce, Chinese Hotchpotch, Congee with Pork Balls, and Clear Soup with Egg Tofu and Pork.
Starting at THB 59-THB 79, the meals are priced to cater to the spending power of the elderly. This move by CPRAM addresses the growing elderly population, who require more age-appropriate products, including those that are easy to chew and swallow. The next step is to provide equitable access to affordable foods for seniors.
The Creator range, which is free from MSG and high in protein, will be sold in hospital and in modern retail outlets.
Tuesday 21 November 2023 – Central Restaurants Group Co., Ltd. (CRG), a leader in Thailand’s Food Chain Industry, commemorates its 45th anniversary by introducing a fresh image tailored to resonate with the evolving preferences of the new generation. Unveiling the all-new concept “KFC Digital Lifestyle Hub” at the CentralwOrld branch, CRG aims to cater to the Digital Lifestyle demands, aligning seamlessly with the ethos of today’s urban citizen.
Mr. Piyapong Chitchumnong, Head of QSR & Western cuisine and head of KFC for CRG, highlighted this transformative shift in the appearance of KFC stores, emphasizing a purposeful adaptation to the new generation’s lifestyle. Acknowledging the pervasive role of technology in their lives and their inclination towards new experiences, the endeavor is to offer KFC patrons a more engaging dining experience. The flagship of this transformation is the introduction of the Bucket Kiosk, an automated food ordering and payment system. The cutting-edge Bucket Kiosk is designed explicitly to enrich the new generation’s lifestyle, empowering them to relish a more interactive and enjoyable food selection and ordering process.
In celebration of 45 years dedicated to meeting the diverse daily needs of Thai customers through quality products, exemplary service, and continual innovation, CRG has partnered with CPN, a vital collaborator, to launch the CentralwOrld branch as its latest flagship location. This significant venture signifies CRG’s commitment to address the comfort requirements of the new generation, both local and international urban dwellers, within the city. This strategic move underscores CRG’s focus on customer-centricity, fostering deeper engagement and involvement with the brand.
The newly inaugurated KFC Flagship Store at CentralwOrld introduces the pioneering concept of the “KFC Digital Lifestyle Hub,” elevating the experience of savoring KFC chicken to unprecedented levels of enjoyment. While modernizing the restaurant’s image and design, the branch preserves the distinctive and authentic deliciousness that defines the essence of KFC. Moreover, it boasts a unique Photo Spot called “Bucket Crew Space,” narrating the KFC story through the lens of Thai graffiti artist JECKS BKK (Tuchakorn Sirawatcharadeat). Adding to this, the introduction of KFC Cafe by Arigato Coffee bar provides a novel coffee corner, offering patrons an exclusive space to relax and relish their favorite beverages—a service available solely at this branch.
Image credit: KFC Thailand
“Many of our KFC customers belong to the new generation seeking delectable, convenient, and reasonably priced options. The transformation of our store aims to engage this demographic effectively. It aligns seamlessly with the Digital Lifestyle embraced by city inhabitants frequenting the CentralwOrld Shopping Center. We anticipate a positive response from our patrons, making this new KFC Flagship Store the Top of Mind of customer preference,” mentioned Mr. Piyapong.
Marking the spectacular launch of the KFC Flagship Store at CentralwOrld, a series of special activities awaits from November 17th to 19th, 2023. Embracing this celebration, customers are invited to participate in exclusive fun at the Chic ‘N Share Photo booth where they can have fun in playful poses and capture memories for free (*with the purchase of any KFC item, no minimum payment required).
Moreover, in honor of this grand opening, a special promotion awaits patrons: with a purchase of 399 baht or more, customers will receive a Limited Edition premium item carefully designed by the renowned JECKS BKK, such as the exclusive KFC Iconic leather Bucket Bag (available for the first 50 customers daily) or the limited-edition KFC cloth Bucket Bag. Additionally, customers purchasing any bucket set will receive complimentary DIY KFC Bucket stickers, adding a touch of cool creativity to their experience.
For more details, visit KFC Thailand’s Facebook page or contact the Customer Relations Department at 1150.
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