Perfect Food Manufacturing (Julie’s) has launched its latest savoury range comprising two unique savoury flavours: Sweet Chilli and Sour Cream & Onion. Julie’s Sweet Chilli Cheese Sandwich has a tangy notes of chilli beneath the savoury richness of cheese.
The new Julie’s Sweet Chilli Cheese Sandwich is a continuation of the brand’s exploration of savoury flavours such as hot and spicy as evidenced by the previous launch of Julie’s Buttons Hot Curry Crackers.
Julie’s has also made available seasonal products for Christmas and Julie’s Love Letters Sesame Wafer Roll.
NH Nutri Grains Plus by Herbalceutical now has three new products: Instant Multi Grain Mix with 6 Black Ingredients, Instant Multi Grain Mix with 6 Red Ingredients and Instant Multi Grain Mix with Dark Chocolate.
NH Nutri Grains Plus with Dark Chocolate is a multi grain drink that combines 20 grains with alluring dark chocolate and enhanced with Yeast Beta Glucan, Medium-Chain Triglycerides (MCTS) and Vitamin B12. Beta glucan from yeast may help to support immune system associated with colds. This nourishing drink is a smart choice for you and your family to enjoy every day.
Ingredients: Mixed Bean Grains Powder (Brown Rice,Corn, Soya Bean, Barley, Red Rice, Red Bean, Mung Bean, Garbanzo Bean, White Wheat, Buckwheat, Black Bean, Black Glutinous Rice, Millet, Brown Bean, Almond, Green Bean, Walnut, Black Sesame, Lotus Seed, Flaxseed), Coconut Oil Powder, Fructose, Dark Chocolate Powder, Inulin , Fibersol-2 (Resistant Dextrin), Oat Bran Powder, Tricalcium Phosphate, MCT Powder (Coconut), Psyllium Husk, Yeast Beat Glucan and Vitamin B12.
NH Nutri Grains Plus with 6-Black is a multi grain drink that combines 18 types of grains with 6 nutritious black ingredients and enhanced with Medium- Chain Triglycerides (MCTs), Coconut Oil Powder and Vitamin B12.
Ingredients: Mixed Bean Grains Powder (Brown Rice, Corn Grit, Soya Bean, Barley, Red Rice, Red Bean, Mung Bean, Garbanzo Bean, White Wheat, Buckwheat, Black Glutinous Rice, Millet, Brown Bean, Almond, Green Bean, Walnut, Lotus Seed, Flaxseed), Coconut Oil Powder,Fructose, Mixed Black Powder (He Shou Wu, Black Rice, Black Bean, Black Sesame, Black Mulberries, Black Fungus), Fructo-Oligosaccharides (FOS), MCTs Powder, Oat Bran Powder, Tricalcium Phosphate (Anti cakingagent), Vitamin B12.
NH Nutri Grains Plus with 6 Red is a delicious and wholesome drink enriched with up to 20 nutrient-rich grains and combined with 6 types of nourishing red ingredients including red yeast rice, red dates, goji berries, beetroot, red pomegranate and red tomatoes, along with the addition of Vitamin B12 and Medium-Chain Triglycerides (MCTs). The red ingredients are rich in nutrients such as vitamins, iron, and various amino acids, offering benefits for skin health, complexion enhancement, blood nourishment, and vitality.
Ingredients: 20 nutrient-rich grains: Brown Rice, Corn Grit, Soya Bean, Adzuki Bean, Pearl Barley, Mung Bean, Peanut, Red Bamboo Bean, Almond, Buckwheat, Walnut, Green Pea, Lotus Seed, Black Soybean, White Wheat, Millet, Black Sesame, Black Glutinious Rice and Flax Seed. 2) 6 Red ingredients: Red Yeast Rice, Red Dates, Goji Berries, Beetroot, Red Pomegranate, and Red Tomatoes.
The market in Malaysia is ripe for more affordable colour-coded functional, healthy beverages featuring the goodness of black, red or even purple food ingredients.
Kewpie Malaysia has recently revamped its packaging by using rPET or recycled PET plastic for its bottles. The company’s 210ml bottles will now be made entirely from rPET, in line with its commitment to reducing plastic emissions by at least 30% by 2030 compared to 2018
By switching to rPET for its 210ml dressings, Kewpie is expected to reduce its annual consumption of virgin PET by 21 metric tons.
This initiative involves three key partners: Kewpie, which produces the dressings; Hiroyuki, which manufactures food-grade recycled PET resin from used PET bottles collected in Malaysia; and Canzo, which manufactures PET bottles.
While rPET generally commands a higher price than virgin PET, which could affect the profit margins of companies that adopt rPET, passing these costs on to consumers may be challenging. Additionally, brands must encourage consumers to responsibly dispose of their used PET bottles to increase the collection rate, enabling the production of new rPET bottles.
Malaysian confectionery maker Khee San has unveiled Fruit Plus Beyond – The Vegan Series, which is now available at Eco-Shop. Available in five flavours, Mango, Orange, Blackcurrent, Strawberry, and Apple, Fruit Plus Beyond is free from animal substances such as gelatin that are usually found in chewy candy. Now vegans can safely consume Fruit Plus Beyond, which also contains vitamin C.
The company has also launched a unique Fruit Plus Chewy Candy with the Musang King flavour. This chewy candy is fortified with vitamin C to make it more appealing to consumers not just in taste but also in health.
PADI and Klook formalizing the partnership underwater in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt
The world-wide partnership will see diving products made available on Klook
Klook is currently the only Online Travel Agency (OTA) in Asia Pacific collaborating with PADI
PADI and Klook will give 33 lucky winners the opportunity to earn a scuba diving certification
Singapore, 9 November 2023 — PADI® (Professional Association of Diving Instructors®) and Klook, Asia’s leading travel and experiences platform, today announced a world-wide partnership that will see PADI’s diving products globally integrated on Klook’s platform. Today, PADI has more than 7,200 diving products that span from certification courses, snorkeling, fun dives and more across the world.
PADI is the world’s largest purpose-driven diving organisation and Klook is currently the only OTA in Asia Pacific collaborating with the organisation. Consumers can now book diving experiences in Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines, Japan, Korea, China and Singapore on the Klook platform, with more destinations to come online in the following months.
Every year, about one million people go through the lengthy, detailed and technical process of planning a dive trip to get certified – from selecting the perfect dive site and haggling for dive packages to coordinating travel and no-fly times. The integration of diving products on Klook’s platform through API will help shorten a booking journey that could have taken days to just under 5 minutes. Consumers will be able to easily compare prices, check availability, read reviews, book and receive immediate confirmation – in a
seamless way on one platform.
“Joining forces with Klook is set to simplify the journey to becoming a certified PADI Scuba Diver” says Manuel Kraemer, Vice President of Business Development for PADI Worldwide. “With 6,600 PADI Dive Centers and Resorts in 184 countries worldwide and with more than 7,200 products already bookable online on PADI.com, our collaboration is poised for an exciting expansion. As we progress, this extensive selection will become available for booking on Asia’s leading booking platform. Today, on Klook, you can seek adventure and save the ocean on nearly any holiday destination around the world”
With a willingness to spend more on experiences, specifically nature and outdoor activities, young Asian travellers will want to make the most of their vacation and seek to include experiences like scuba diving into their plans. In 2023, China, Japan and Korea recorded the highest number of new PADI certified divers in Asia. In 2024, the Asia Pacific diving tourism industry is set to not only fully recover but exceed the market size in 2019, and as demand continues to grow, the region’s revenue is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12.2% from 2022- 2030.(1)
Chuan Sheng (C.S.) Soong, VP, Corporate Development, Klook said, “We’re excited to announce this strategic partnership with PADI, and to bring greater access with a seamless booking experience to the diving community. There is tremendous enthusiasm and dedication for diving across Asia Pacific and we want to bring more joy to this community with our platform. At Klook, we continue to expand our offerings to create more exciting, unique and holistic experiences for our customers. This presents the perfect opportunity to inspire a completely new segment of travellers to the captivating beauty of the underwater world.”
In line with PADI’s mission to explore and protect the underwater world and Klook’s goal to bring the world closer together, PADI and Klook are launching UNIVER-SEA-TY, a pilot programme to inspire newcomers to dive and give them the ‘fins’ to explore the magical underwater world. To kick start the programme, 33 lucky winners will be given a chance to earn an Open Water Diver certification with PADI in their dive location of choice.
There are three ways to enter the contest:
Via Tik Tok – Use the “Let’s Dive” scuba diving filter to take a video of yourself showing/telling us how much you want to dive
Via Instagram – Comment on Klook’s post and share why you want to dive and tag 3 friends
Via Facebook – Comment on Klook’s post and share why you want to dive and tag 3 friends
Winners will be notified in December 2023 via the respective social media channels and receive an E-gift card to book their complimentary Open Water Dive Certification that they can redeem within the year.
Achieving Eco-Conscious Milestones: Coway Malaysia successfully planted 20trees with FRIM and collected more than 250 KG of river rubbish with EcoKnights
KUALA LUMPUR, 9 NOVEMBER 2023 –Coway, the Best Life Solution Company acknowledges the significance of environmental stewardship and takes proactive measures to champion sustainability and is committed to fostering a greener, more sustainable future for the betterment of lives and societies.
Carrying on its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) direction, Coway partnered with the Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM), one of the leading institutions in tropical forestry research, conservation, and sustainable forest management. In alignment with the Ministry of Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change’s initiative which is the Greening Malaysia Programme through 100 Million Tree Planting Campaign, Coway and FRIM jointly planted 20 trees which included nyatoh taban merah (Palaquium gutta), meranti rambai daun (Rubroshorea acuminata), merawan siput jantan (Hopea odorata), sentul paya (Sandoricum beccarianum), jambu bol (Syzygium malaccense) and resak irian (Vatica rassak) at the FRIM recently. To date, FRIM has contributed to the planting of over 50,000 trees in Malaysia and Coway remains steadfast in its support of national sustainability initiatives through its collaboration with FRIM.
Kyle Choi, Managing Director of Coway Malaysia said, “At Coway, we believe that corporate responsibility goes hand-in-hand with our commitment to innovation and excellence. Our partnership with esteemed organisations to support environmental activities and maintain the ecosystem reflects our unwavering dedication to creating a sustainable future.”
Dr Ismail Parlan, Director General of FRIM commented, “We are delighted to announce our collaboration with Coway in support of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change’s initiative, the Greening Malaysia Programme through 100 Million Tree Planting Campaign. FRIM has a longstanding commitment to promoting sustainable forestry practices, and this partnership with Coway perfectly aligns with our mission. Together, we aspire to make a meaningful contribution to environmental conservation and to underscore the vital importance of tree planting for a healthier planet. The backing from Coway for this venture is greatly appreciated, and we are optimistic that our collaborative endeavours will motivate others to engage in similar influential initiatives.”
Persisting in their commitment, Coway also partnered with EcoKnights, a non-governmental environmental organisation devoted to advancing and facilitating sustainable practices for a healthier planet through collaborative efforts with key stakeholders. Since 2021, Coway and EcoKnights have been working together closely to keep the community clean and cleared over 2,000 kg of waste from rivers in the Klang Valley. Recently, they undertook a successful clean-up at the Kayu Ara River in Taman Tun Dr Ismail (TTDI) and removed 252.5 kg of rubbish. This collaboration between Coway and EcoKnights will extend more river clean-ups in the upcoming months in multiple locations within the Klang Valley. Besides, to further educate the volunteers on proper waste management, the volunteers get to experience soap-making Eco workshop and learnt ways of upcycling used cooking oil into soap.
“By collaborating with like-minded entities, we amplify our collective impact, working together to safeguard our planet’s precious resources. These initiatives not only align with our core values but also serve as a testament to our belief as the Best Life Solution Company that provides solutions beyond care from our products to our actions. Every small action contributes to a brighter, cleaner world for generations to come. We hope that these initiatives will inspire many others to join in to care and protect our environmental heritage and Mother Earth,” concluded Choi.
Coway x EcoKnights
As part of Coway’s dedication to a robust and sustainable future, Coway carries out CSR activities to aid nature and communities in Malaysia to build better lives and societies. Coway Malaysia has been collaborating with various partners to support environmental activities that include river log boom clean-ups, picking up litter while jogging (Plogging), encouraging recycling efforts, coral reefs conservation and more. By nurturing the environment, Coway aims to foster a legacy of cleaner, greener communities for generations to come. For more information about Coway Malaysia, kindly visit www.coway.com.my.
Thailand’s Carabao Group has launched Carabao and Tawandang beer brands in both bottle and can formats. The company will distribute these alcoholic drinks through its strong network of traditional trade channels (Tookdee), 1,000 CJ Mall stores, and cash van operations.
The company has an existing microbewery Tawandang German Brewery producing beer under the German Beer Purity Law, which uses only malt, hops and yeast.
To support the new beer venture, Carabao has invested THB 4 billion in the building of a beer manufacturing plant in Chai Nat province with a total annual output capacity of 400 million litres, according to Bangkok Post. Chai Nat is located withint the 200km radius from Bangkok. The initial production capacity is 200 million litres.
The Carabao brand will focus on the economy and stadard segments, while the Tawandang brand will aim at the premium segment. Both brands will offer aromas and tastes closely assembling the beer sold by Tawandang German Brewery.
Carabao beer comprises Lager beer and Dunkel beer, while Tawandang beer consists of Rose beer, IPA beer and Weizen beer.
Ichitan has launched Tansansu carbonated drink in Korean Honey Lemon flavour as the fourth flavour in the Tansansu series. This innovative sparkling drink taps into the adult soft drink category.
In the company’s Q3, 2023 financial report, Ichitan disclosed it registered a 25% rise in sales to THB 2.1 billion with net profit surging 71% to THB 328 million. Ichitan Green tea, Yen Yen, Ichitan Alkaline Water (pH Plus), and Tansansu carbonated drinks all experienced concurrent expansion. Domestic sales during the first nine months of 2023 increased by 27% from the growth of the ready-to-drink tea market segment and new products.
What is worth noting in the latest financial disclosure is the continued decline in the share of profit of investment in joint venture citing the rise in marketing communications budget and intense price competition in Indonesia. Ichitan is facing huge challenges in the Indonesian market.
GOPIZZA opens 25th store in Singapore, continuing expansion to provide delicious and convenient pizza options
Integration of AI technology: AI Smart Topping Table, GOVEN and GOBOT together deliver GOPIZZA in five minutes
Changi Airport-Exclusive: Chilli Crab Pizza on GOPIZZA’s Crispy Basak Dough, a delicious twist on a local favourite
SINGAPORE, Nov 13, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – GOPIZZA, the renowned pizza brand from South Korea, made its debut at Changi Airport’s Terminal 2, marking its 25th outlet in Singapore, with new flavours for Changi and AI technology innovations, introduced company-wide.
GOPIZZA’s Next-Gen AI Technology for Perfect Pizza Anytime, Anywhere
Pizzas are often considered a shared-serving meal that requires substantial time to be prepared. However, the launch of GOPIZZA challenges this very mindset by introducing single-serving pizza delivered just like a fast-food meal. Every step of the pizza-making process is strictly controlled by incorporating the AI Smart Topping Table, the latest iteration of GOVEN, and the GOBOT Station.
This new series of technology roll-outs is especially prominent in GOPIZZA’s Changi Airport outlet, where it ensures consistent and fresh baked pizza for hungry travellers who often face the urgency of purchasing food on the go.
“We’re thrilled to bring GOPIZZA to Changi Airport Terminal 2. Our core belief is that time is of the essence, which is also reflected in our motto, ‘Fast, But Delicious’. By incorporating breakthrough technology into our processes, we aim to redefine the dining experience by merging speed with taste. At Changi Airport, travellers can now enjoy quick, freshly baked on-the-spot pizza, ensuring they don’t have to compromise quality for time,” said Jay Lim, global CEO of GOPIZZA.
GOPIZZA’s Five Minutes Pizza Journey
Each pizza is assembled on the AI Smart Topping Table, where a smart camera is installed overhead to swiftly identify and track pizza toppings, guiding the staff through each step of assembling the toppings. At the AI Smart Topping Table, the consistency of the ingredients and their quantities are maintained through correction alerts.
It is then baked for 3 minutes in an AI-controlled GOVEN at twice the temperature compared to its conventional counterpart.
In just a few minutes, the freshly baked GOPIZZA lands on the GOBOT, which automatically slices the pizzas into GOPIZZA’s signature shape and keeps them warm until they are served to the customers.
With over 12 different flavours, GOPIZZA seeks to further spoil patrons’ choices with a new addition – The Chilli Crab Pizza. Paying homage to the iconic local dish, this airport-exclusive flavour is infused with the rich and tangy flavours that Singaporeans adore, where every bite promises a symphony of sweet, spicy, and savoury notes, mirroring the beloved taste of the classic chilli-tomato sauce.
GOPIZZA’s Chilli Crab pizza aims to satiate the international traveller’s curiosity and the local’s craving for a taste of home. Alongside the Chilli Crab Pizza, GOPIZZA also launched a series of creatively fresh offerings, such as the Jalapeno Pepperoni Pizza and Truffle Cheese Pizza, available only at their Changi Airport outlet.
Among other delectable offerings, GOPIZZA remains true to its brand as a Korean pizza brand, introducing Korean delights like Bulgogi Pie, specially curated for the breakfast menu, as well as presenting a classic favourite, Topokki, embodying the essence of Korean street food culture.
GOPIZZA’s delicious pizzas are served on GOPIZZA’s Crispy Basak Dough, which achieves the perfect pizza texture – crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. The Crispy Basak Dough is also engineered to withstand delivery, guaranteeing that every pizza, whether enjoyed on the spot or delivered to your door, maintains its oven-fresh taste.
GOPIZZA’s Expansion – Locally and Globally
Locally, GOPIZZA has established an impressive count of 25 outlets across the island after the brand first opened its doors here in 2020. Simultaneously, on a global scale, GOPIZZA is experiencing remarkable growth, with projections indicating that the total number of outlets will reach an impressive 200 by October.
This global expansion plan is in full swing, and GOPIZZA is set to open its fifth outlet in Central Park, Indonesia in November 2023. This expansion comes on the heels of the successful inauguration of CGV Grand Indonesia in 2022 and the recent launch of an outlet in the Mall of Indonesia.
GOPIZZA’s innovative approach to pizza-making, driven by cutting-edge technology and an unwavering commitment to taste consistency, has made it a beloved choice for pizza enthusiasts worldwide, ensuring a bright and promising future for the brand locally and globally.
Store Information
Nestled between Dunkin Donuts and Boost Juice Bar, GOPIZZA is located at T2 Departure/ Transit South, Unit No. 02-K15 at Changi Airport’s Terminal 2 Departure Hall. Operating hours are from 6 AM to 1 AM daily.
Take on the ultimate water adventure from riding on an inflatable LED water boat, running on an inflatable hamster wheel, and conquering an exciting obstacle course!
SINGAPORE, 10 NOVEMBER 2023 — Grab your swimwear and get ready for a splashing adventure at Sengkang Grand Mall’s Whimsical Sea-mas Water Park – Singapore’s very first pop-up in-mall inflatable water park happening from 15 November to 9 December 2023!
Held in collaboration with Sengkang Grand Mall and The X Agency and open to all from the age of 4 years old and above, Whimsical Sea-mas Water Park brings shoppers a thrilling series of aquatic activities and sporting experiences in the mall with an exciting list of quests to conquer — from LED-lit sea creatures ride to an extravagant obstacle course. Look forward to a dash of fun and start the festive season and school holidays right with Whimsical Sea-mas Water Park!
Water Play for a Family-Fun Day!
Whimsical Obstacle Course
Ready, splash, go! Discover your inner child and live your ultimate Wipeout dream by challenging your family and friends to the whimsical obstacle course. From climbing over high walls to crawling under the slippery rainbow bridge, catapult into the air as you jump on the bouncy float and make a huge splatter! Enjoy a splashing adventure as you run, jump, slide and bounce with the whimsical sea creatures over a 100 sqm play area.
Hamster Wheel
Upon completion of all the challenges at the whimsical obstacle course, everyone is invited to row, row, row your boat, gently down Sengkang Grand Mall! Recreate the coastal retreat and enjoy a relaxing paddle on the LED Paddle Boat Experience from one end of the mall to the other.
LED Water Boat Ride
Have you ever wondered how it feels like to be on a hamster wheel? At Whimsical Sea-mas Water Park, you can try it out for yourself and even race with your friends! What better way to make a day memorable by cooling off in the whimsical hamster wheel? Join the pool party and enjoy the endless fun as you run across the pool and race with friends and family.
Ride on your favourite selection of sea creatures with the LED Water Boat Ride! From flamingos to seahorses, chill out on a unique joyride experience as you paddle and pose for the picture-perfect photo in the boats.
For those looking to take a dip in the pool, look forward to swimming with sea treasures such as the LED-lit artificial fluorescent jellyfish in the pool!
LED-lit artificial fluorescent jellyfish
After conquering all the aquatic adventures, freshen up at Sengkang Grand Mall’s shower facility – featuring 16 shower cubicles to dry up before continuing the fun at the carnival games, rides, and claw machines!
Carnival Games
Carnival Games
Take the sea adventure to land as you partake in the various carnival games, also available at Whimsical Sea World! Indulge in high win rate games such as Can Smash, Hook a Duck, Goblet Toss and Lobster Pot, and stand a chance to win sea-themed plushies to take home with you!
Plush toys to be won at the carnival games
In-Mall Promotions and Exclusives
Shopping at Sengkang Grand Mall has never been more exciting! From 15 November to 9 December 2023, enjoy a list of deals and steals not to be missed.
From Mondays to Thursdays, spend a minimum of S$50* to redeem a free entry pass to Whimsical Sea-mas Water Park.
From Fridays to Sundays and on public holidays, spend a minimum of S$80* to redeem a free entry pass to Whimsical Sea-mas Water Park.
* Excludes Fairprice Finest receipts. There will be limited redemptions per day, and redemptions are available while stocks last.
Ticketing Information
Whimsical Sea-mas Water Park tickets are now available for sale and can be purchased from Trip.com.
Non-Peak Days (Mondays to Fridays)
Per Ticket: $22
Discounted Bundle of 4: $75
Peak Days (Saturdays, Sundays, and Public Holidays)
Per Ticket – $28
Discounted Bundle of 4: $98
Be sure to grab your tickets quickly, for a splash of good fun! Simply scan the QR code below to purchase your tickets today.
Whimsical Sea-mas Water Park is open to the public from 15 November to 9 December 2023. The water park is open from 1pm to 9pm on weekdays, and 11am to 9pm on weekends and public holidays, and it is located at the Level 1 Atrium of Sengkang Grand Mall (70 Compassvale Bow, Singapore 544692, Nearest MRT: Buangkok).
For more information and for the latest updates on Whimsical Sea-mas Water Park, visit The X Agency’s website here.
We look forward to having a splashing fun time with you at the Whimsical Sea-mas Waterpark.
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