URC has lately introducedGreatTaste Cream-O Coffee Mix, a new coffee mix innovation in the Philippines with real Cream-O cookie crumbles. The new coffee mix combines the best of Great Taste coffee and Cream-O cookies, two of the company’s most popular products.
Companies are increasingly making full use of popular products from their own portfolios to bring new and exciting innovations to consumers. URC, as one of the largest branded consumer food and beverage companies in the country, is well-positioned to capitalize on this trend. With its strong portfolio of popular brands, URC has the potential to introduce many more innovative products by combining its popular brands and products.
URC has recently launched Jack ‘n Jill Hello! Desserts Choco Strawberry Cheesecake in the Philippines. The new Hello! Desserts are cunchy wafers with delectable strawberry cheesecake cream filling covered in decadent chocolate. Going decadent in taste grounded on dessert is a formula for success.
KIIVA Malaysia Sdn Bhd has launched KIIVA, a functional carbonated soft drink in Malaysia. KIIVA is the world’s only drink brand founded by Japanese ex-Super GT Winner & entrepreneur, that delivers “Boost” to your life.
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In Japan, KIIVA is sold as an energy drink, but in Malaysia, this beverage with taurine, caffeine, and guarana is sold at 7-Eleven alongside other leading carbonated soft drinks.
In Malaysia, KIIVA is promoted as a Japanese brand for work, sports and driving. The beverage has a total caffeine per serving (325ml) of 62mg and the taurine content is 1,300mg/serving. Moreover, the drink has a total sugar of 4.4g/100ml.
Guinness Nitrosurge is now available at 7-Eleven in Singapore. Guinness Nitrosurge puts the craft of draught in your hands delivering beautifully smooth, pub-perfect Guinness pints wherever you are.
The device is small enough to fit in your pocket. The rechargeable Guinness Nitrosurge Device uses ultrasonic technology to create perfectly formed nitrogen bubbles and provide the iconic Guinness two-part pour.
The ergonomics, strength, and frequency of pulsing and flow patterns are carefully tuned to work exclusively with the specially designed Guinness Nitrosurge Cans, ensuring beautiful, great tasting Guinness Draught at every pour.
Suzuki Gourmet Coffee, Singapore’s oldest coffee roastery, has launched its latest creation, the Hokkaido Latte and Hokkaido Milk Coffee, at 7-Eleven stores nationwide.
These new ready-to-drink (RTD) coffees are made with real brewed coffee artfully blended with Hokkaido milk, known for its rich and creamy flavor. The latest RTD coffee taps into the heritage of Suzuki Gourmet Coffee, which first started its operations in Bukit Timah in 1979, led by a Japanese coffee master’s passion and specialized roasting skills, Mr. Endo.
Marc Fancy at the launch of the SAFE STEPS Kids Climate Change series, an initiative leveraging well-loved cartoon characters to engage children on the importance of Climate Change.
‘SAFE STEPS Kids Climate Change’ provides simple and easy to understand concept of climate change via Cartoon Network’s beloved characters
Kuala Lumpur, 2 October 2023 – Prudence Foundation, the community investment arm of Prudential plc, has launched SAFE STEPS Kids Climate Change, the latest thematic series of the SAFE STEPS Kids programme. Using well-loved cartoon characters such as We Bare Bears and Gumball, the new series aims to teach children about climate change and simple actions they can take to make the planet healthier and safer. The programme was developed in collaboration with the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and Warner Bros. Discovery’s Cartoon Network and will be rolled-out in Malaysia by the Malaysian Red Crescent (MRC).
Yang Berhormat Tuan Nik Nazmi bin Nik Ahmad, Minister of Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change expressing the importance of educating the younger generation about Climate change at the launch of the SAFE STEPS Kids Climate Change.
The series was officially launched in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia by Yang Berhormat (YB) Tuan Nik Nazmi bin Nik Ahmad, Minister of Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change and Marc Fancy, Executive Director of Prudence Foundation.
Speaking at the launch event, YB TuanNik Nazmi said, “Climate change is an existential issue for both present and future generations. The energy and passion of the young will be crucial in helping the world address its impact. We are pleased to introduce this collaborative effort, which will educate and empower our youth to address and respond to this global challenge by incorporating simple yet impactful actions into their daily lives.”
YB Tuan Nik Nazmi (centre) and Marc Fancy, Executive Director of Prudence Foundation (fifth from right) officiating the launch of the SAFE STEPS Kids Climate Change series in Malaysia. Also at the event were (from left) John-son Oei, Founder and Group Chief Executive Officer of Epic Homes; En. Wan Saifulrizal Wan Ismail, Chief Executive Officer of Prudential BSN Takaful Berhad; Dato’ Danial Iskandar Bin Abd Rahman, Deputy Secretary General of Malaysian Red Crescent (MRC); Chong Cheng Yang, Youth Representative of MRC; Dr. S. Selva Jothi A/L K. Selvadurai, National Deputy Chairperson of MRC; as well as (from right) Anouk Hanafiah, Chief Executive Officer of Eastspring Al Wara; Kamarul Hisham, Chief Risk Officer of Prudential Assurance Malaysia Berhad; Awantika Sood, Sales Director of Warner bros. Discovery Asia Pacific and Alexander Matheou, Representative from International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC).
Prudence Foundation’s mission is to create a better future for vulnerable communities across Prudential’s markets in Asia and Africa by making them safer and more resilient to life’s risks. Climate adaptation is a key focus area for the Foundation where programmes are developed to protect families, communities and economies from the impacts of climate change.
Marc Fancy shared, “Climate change affects all levels of society, especially the vulnerable populations and children. We believe that teaching children about our climate and protecting our environment from a young age is very important to help them develop a sense of responsibility and understanding of the world around them, and how climate change will affect them throughout their lives.
“Cartoons are an effective medium for conveying empathy and understanding. While they are entertaining to watch, they also play a crucial role in shaping opinions, habits and influences for children. Through the SAFE STEPS Kids programme, we hope to be able to educate and empower the younger generation to become valuable contributors to combat climate change.”
SAFE STEPS Kids reaches more than 20 million households everyday via Cartoon Network in Asia. Launched in 2019, previous themes have covered natural disasters, road safety, first aid, and health.
SAFE STEPS Kids is a multi-platform public-service programme created by Prudence Foundation, in partnership with International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and Cartoon Network.
The programme focuses on providing life-saving information to children via a series of entertaining videos and education materials featuring beloved Cartoon Network characters. SAFE STEPS Kids aims to save millions of lives by educating children from a young age, helping to create a future generation that is well-prepared and resilient to life-threatening situations.
Prudence Foundation is the community investment arm of Prudential plc in Asia and Africa. Its mission is to create a better future for communities by making them safer and more resilient to life’s risks. The Foundation runs regional programmes as well as local programmes in partnership with NGOs, governments and the private sector in order to maximise the impact of its efforts. Prudence Foundation leverages Prudential’s long term mindset and geographical scale to make communities safer, more secure and more resilient. The Foundation is a Hong Kong registered charitable entity.
Jaya Grocer opens its new ‘pop-up’ store at Sunway Pyramid here on Oct 1, 2023
Pop-up store paves the way for this new supermarket anchor next year
1 October 2023, SUBANG JAYA – Top supermarket chain Jaya Grocer opens its new ‘pop-up’ store at Sunway Pyramid here on Oct 1 to give its loyal customers and mall regulars a taste of what to expect when it opens a new flagship store next year.
Jaya Grocer CEO Adelene Foo (standing, 9th from right) and Deputy CEO Daniel Teng (standing, 7th from left) with their team celebrating the opening of their new ‘pop-up’ store at Sunway Pyramid here on Oct 1, 2023
Jaya Grocer CEO Adelene Foo explains the pop-up store is to “mark our space” in the mall while renovations and fit-out works are on-going.
“This is very much part of the Jaya Grocer service promise where we seek new and innovative ways to delight our customers.
“We know our massive fit-out work is going to take months, so we’d rather give our loyal customers an immediate option to continue shopping with us in the meantime. We’re thankful for the tremendous support shown over the years resulting in Jaya Grocer attaining the leading position in Malaysia today.
“This is the least we can do to serve our customers while, at the same time, excite the Sunway community and regular shoppers at Pyramid,” she said.
Foo added the team had great expectations for the Sunway Pyramid store when it opens given the mall’s leading position in the city.
The opening of the new ‘pop-up’ store sees Jaya Grocer offering special opening promotions from Oct 1st to 15th for products from every category
Senior General Manager of Sunway Pyramid Jason Chin is thrilled that Jaya Grocer is joining the Sunway Pyramid retail scene as the brand is the top choice for imported goods and high-quality fresh ingredients.
“We’re so excited to welcome Jaya Grocer on board and especially when they have taken the initiative to set up a ‘pop-up’ store to serve customers in the interim,” he said.
To reward Sunway Pyramid customers, Jaya Grocer is now offering special opening promotions from October 1st to 15th for products from every category.
The ‘pop-up’ store will have two parts, with the main one being at the blue concourse that offers groceries open to the public from Oct 1st, while the other is at the orange concourse offering Baker’s Son and imported products like from Coles of Australia next to be open in a week.
Jaya Grocer’s new flagship store at Sunway Pyramid is expected to be fully open by the fourth quarter of 2024.
“Stay tuned for more special opening promotions coming your way then!” Foo quipped.
A home-grown brand, Jaya Grocer is well known for its wide range of quality fresh ingredients and imported goods, with now over 45 outlets nationwide.
The versatile and innovative group has store formats ranging from shophouse clusters, neighbourhood malls to large city malls.
Customers get to enjoy even more value deals and discounts every month through the Jaya Grocer Membership program powered by Grab. Access to the membership programme is available directly via the Grab mobile app.
Kuala Lumpur, 2 October 2023 – Hungry? Too tired to cook a delicious and nutritious meal? Malaysians can now enjoy the convenience of Tyson Chicken, a brand that Chef Anis Nabilah said “Yes” to, for being TASTY BEYOND EXPECTATIONS! Tyson is home to a range of fully cooked frozen chicken which are made from high quality ingredients that are 100% Halal, and ready to go straight from the freezer, to the microwave or fryer, with no defrosting time.
Tyson aims to continue to excite Malaysians to try the crispy, juicy and tender chicken. Driven by the brand’s unwavering commitment to make quality frozen foods available to everyone, Tyson has become a household name in the local food industry, and is a brand welcomed and loved by Malaysians. Using a special vacuum marinated method to ensure consistent flavour in each piece and Multi-coating Technology, that gives the crunchiness, Malaysians can now enjoy Tyson Chicken that is tasty beyond expectations. So if you want to prepare a quick, easy and delicious meal, Tyson’s chicken is a staple for your homes.
“I’m delighted to be an ambassador of Tyson Chicken. As a chef, I highly value food that ensures convenience without compromising on flavour or texture. Tyson not only offers convenient preparation, but also delivers exceptional taste as the final outcome tastes like freshly cooked chicken, made with high quality ingredients. I am especially impressed by its special Multi-coating Technology for the maximum crunch,” said Chef Anis.
“Through our collaboration, we want to encourage more Malaysians to embrace Tyson’s wide variety of products that caters to our taste buds, while adhering to Halal standards. It is without doubt Tyson Chicken’s exceptional taste, quality and convenience has exceeded my expectations! So come join me and try Tyson Chicken for your homes,” added Chef Anis.
Tyson Chicken is offering a Chef Anis Bundle Set that is available online. You can purchase any four flavours of Tyson Chicken (600 grams), for only RM60! Free shipping is included when you purchase the bundle set from online shopping sites like Shopee and Lazada (only on payday and double digit day).
Additionally, Tyson Chicken is also offering a cash back promotion for Tyson products. From 15th October 2023 – 30th November 2023, simply buy any one pack of Tyson products and submit your receipt via Whatsapp. You will then be entitled to RM5 cash back reload pin on your Touch’nGO eWallets, for both online and offline platforms (terms and conditions applied).
Get your hands on Tyson Chicken now, and join us to say “I say yes to Tyson Chicken, TASTY BEYOND EXPECTATIONS”, and give us your thumbs up! Tyson’s scrumptious products are also available at all major supermarket and hypermarket retailers. For more information, follow Tyson on Instagram @tysonbrandmy and Facebook.
Coolblog is relaunching the highly anticipated Creme Brûlée Cheese Milk Tea which is exclusively available at Coolblog Pavilion KL.
Coolblog’s entrepreneurial spirit continues to shine after 18 years.
KUALA LUMPUR, 2 OCTOBER 2023 – Coolblog, a proud Malaysian homegrown brand and the pioneer of Halal kiosk-based pearl milk tea chains in the nation, has been delighting customers with its affordable and delectable beverages while nurturing franchise growth since its inception in 2005. As Coolblog celebrates its 18th anniversary, the brand takes a monumental step forward by launching its flagship store in Pavilion KL, marking a significant milestone in the company’s journey of expansion and relentless product innovation.
(From left to right) Dato’ Zahriah Abd Kadir, Vice Chairman of Malaysian Franchise Association (MFA); YAM Tunku Ali Redhauddin ibni Tuanku Muhriz, Chairman of Coolblog Malaysia; Ms. Sueli Lew, Chief Executive Officer of Coolblog Malaysia; Ms. Kung Suan Ai, Director of Marketing of Pavilion Kuala Lumpur launching Coolblog’s Flagship Store in Pavilion Kuala Lumpur.
Tunku Ali Redhauddin, Chairman of Coolblog Malaysia reaffirmed that Coolblog’s commitment extends beyond serving exceptional quality desserts; it encompasses fostering the entrepreneurial spirit through franchising. The success story of hundreds of franchise stores nationwide underscores Coolblog’s dedication to providing aspiring business owners with the platform to thrive within the Coolblog family. This extensive network of franchise partners has been instrumental to the growth of Coolblog.
Coolblog’s Coolrista demonstrates the making of Crème Brûlée Cheese Milk Tea, a rich milk tea blend with premium brown sugar syrup, black pearls and caramelised cheese mousse.
As part of their grand opening, Coolblog is relaunching the highly anticipated Creme Brûlée Cheese Milk Tea, a rich milk tea blend with premium brown sugar syrup, black pearls and caramelised cheese mousse. Exclusively available at Coolblog Pavilion KL, the Creme Brûlée Cheese Milk Tea promises an unforgettable taste experience for milk tea lovers.
Beyond these favourites, the flagship store will feature an exclusive menu offering a tantalising selection of hot beverages and premium waffles. With these store-exclusive offerings, Coolblog aims to cater to a broader range of preferences and provide an elevated dessert experience for its valued customers.
Coolblog, a household name in Malaysia’s beverage scene, is set to open another 20 new stores by the end of 2023. Despite the rising cost of living, Coolblog remains steadfast in its commitment to delivering affordable desserts of top-notch quality from only RM 4.90. Timeless classics like Chocolate Ice Blended, Honeydew Smoothies and Strawberry Cheese Smoothies continue to be all-time favourites – embodying the brand’s dedication to providing an extraordinary experience for every beverage and dessert enthusiast.
Ms. Sueli expresses her profound gratitude for the unwavering support and loyalty shown by Coolblog’s partners, franchisees, employees and suppliers after more than 18 years of serving Malaysians delicious treats and desserts.
Sueli Lew, CEO of Coolblog Malaysia concluded, “This flagship store opening is a celebration of Coolblog’s 18-year journey – from its first store in Sutera Mall at Johor to nearly 330 outlets nationwide. Like a trusted member of the family, Coolblog has been delighting the taste buds of both young and old, serving generations of Malaysians. With our expansion plans and a growing network of franchise partners, we are thrilled to continue our ambitious journey by bringing the Coolblog experience to more Malaysians, ensuring that every customer can savour Coolblog’s delectable treats wherever they are.”
Dessert lovers are invited to embark on an enticing journey of flavours as Coolblog’s flagship store in Pavilion KL opens daily from 10.00 am to 10.00 pm, located at Lot C5.06. To add an extra layer of excitement to the launch, Coolblog is also offering a limited-time ‘Buy 1 Free 1′ opening promotion for customers; this promotion will run from 2 October 2023, 1.00 PM onwards until 4 October 2023.
Singapore’s Curated Culture, the maker of sugar-free probiotic tea, has recently released Hydra, a post-workout drink that contains postbiotics, BCAAs, and electrolytes. Hydra is designed to help athletes and fitness enthusiasts recover from intense workouts.
Hydra contains Kirin’s LC-Plasma strain, which has been shown to help enhance the immune system after intense workouts. It also contains BCAAs, which are essential amino acids that help to repair and rebuild muscle tissue. Electrolytes are also included in Hydra to help rehydrate the body and replenish minerals lost during exercise.
The application of postbiotics in food and drink in Southeast Asia is slowly gaining traction. However, more consumer education is needed to explain the benefits of postbiotics and how they differ from prebiotics and probiotics.
In addition to Hydra, there is another product in Singapore that contains postbiotics: Gardenia Purple Wheat Soft Grain Loaf. This loaf of bread contains Morinaga’s LAC-Shield heat-killed Lactobacillus paracasei strain MMC1849 postbiotics.
Hydra is available in citrus green tea flavour. Hydra is sold on Curated Culture’s website in a 24-pack format. You can also buy it individually at Food Folks at Lau Pa Sat.
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