Cornetto Luv U Berry Matcha ice cream is the latest addition to the Cornetto range in the Philippines. The new ice cream offers the best of the flavours of matcha and fruity berries. The price is only PHP 20.
Republic Biscuit Corporation (Rebisco) has launched a new Japanese-inspired flavor to its Hansel premium cracker line: Hansel Premium Okinawa Milk Tea. The new flavour joins the existing line of premium crackers, New York Style Cheddar Cheese and Hokkaido Style White Cheese.
Hansel Premium Okinawa Milk Tea is priced at PHP 66.
September 21, 2023 – Century Pacific Food, Inc. (PSE:CNPF), one of the leading food and beverage companies in the Philippines, continues to unlock opportunities in plant-based alternatives with ‘unMEAT’. The Brand recently planted its flag in Australia with its entry into Woolworths and expanded its range at Walmart USA.
Leading the charge of unMEAT’s global rollout is Greg Banzon, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of CNPF. He shared, “The thesis behind plant-based alternatives remains. Consumers want healthier and more planet-forward food choices. As a food company, we need to address these needs through innovation and reduce friction by making options more affordable and accessible.”
According to Banzon, the Company continues to see favorable prospects in the category. In Australia, plant-based food consumption is on the rise, with one in three Australians consciously reducing meat consumption.
Woolworths, Australia’s largest supermarket chain, now carries ‘unMEAT’ in 960 stores nationwide. The brand is likewise available on the retail giant’s e-commerce platform. ‘unMEAT’ entered the chain with its range of plant-based Luncheon Meat in shelf stable format, all priced at parity to luncheon meat analogs.
Meanwhile, ‘unMEAT’ continues to gain traction in the United States. Early in 2023, ‘unMEAT Luncheon Meat’ made its debut at Walmart in approximately 1,800 stores. Given the positive reception of consumers and robust performance of the launch, Walmart expanded the shelf stable range to provide more plant-based options to its shoppers. Three new innovations were added to the line, namely ‘unMEAT’ Meat-Free Chili with Beans, Chicken Style Chunks, and Roast Beef Style.
“Developing the plant-based alternatives category requires innovation, not just of the protein source but also the variety. Apart from reducing the price friction, we need to give consumers more points of entry through a wider selection,” said Banzon.
CNPF ventured into the plant-based sector in 2020 with the institutional launch of ‘unMEAT’ through an affiliate company, Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures, Inc. (PSE:PIZZA). This was followed by the launch of its frozen range in the domestic retail market in 2021. On the same year, to accelerate the brand’s growth, ‘unMEAT’ kickstarted its international rollout in select markets, namely the United Arab Emirates, United States, Singapore, and China.
To date, ‘unMEAT’ is present on the shelves of mainstream retailers such as Walmart, Albertsons, Harris Teeter, HEB, and Meijer in the US, Carrefour in the UAE, and FairPrice in Singapore, among others.
Vitasoy is launching the new Vitasoy VitaOat milk, which will debut in Singapore in October 2023. VitaOat is made from 100% oat and is said to offer a creamy and tasty taste. VitaOat is available in Original and Chocolate flavours. The drink is low in sugar and is good for heart health.
In Australia, Vitasoy has just launched a range of oat yogurt. The new Oat Yogurt range is available in three flavours, including Blueberry, Summer Fruits and Vanilla. Vitasoy’s Oat Yogurt range naturally contains beta-glucan and has been fortified with calcium, protein
and vitamins B12 and D.
Nissin Foods Singapore has brought the Cup Noodles Fish Head Curry flavour back as a long-term addition. This Fish Head Curry flavour was initially launched in April 2022.
Cup Noodles Fish Head Curry has the addition of delectable and tenderised fish toppings made from real fish meat. The mouth-watering and aromatic concoction is made with slightly spicy curry containing fish umami and hints of fragrant coconut milk and lemongrass topped off with cabbage, taupok and spring onions.
Available at major supermarkets, Cheers and Don Don Donki stores islandwide from 1 September 2023, while stocks last.
In addition to the new instant noodle, Nissin Foods has recently made available Nissin Cisco Crisp Choco in Singapore. Nissin Cisco Crisp Choco is a popular choco snack in Japan and Hong Kong for years.
Philippine-based Asia Brewery Inc has launched Sunkist Zero Sugar, which is the rebranding of the Sunkist Freshie range. This refreshing carbonated drink comes in unique yoghurt and apple flavours. Sunkist Zero Sugar contains iron, calcium and vitamin B12 for stronger immunity.
Kuala Lumpur, 6 October 2023 – Brought to you by the Korea Agro-Fisheries and and Food Trade Corporation and the South Korean Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs the highly-anticipated K-Food Fair Kuala Lumpur, is coming back to Malaysia with various K-activities catering to both consumers (B2C) and businesses (B2B).
The K-Food Fair 2023 is set to happen from 13 to 15 October at LG2, Blue Concourse, Sunway Pyramid Mall from 10.00 a.m. M to 10.00 p.m. Attendees can enjoy various K-experiences from dance competitions, K-Food quiz shows, taekwondo performances, and more. Attendees will also stand a chance to win various gift vouchers and K-Food Fair strawberry bags over the course of the 3-day fair.
What the public can look forward to at K-Food Fair 2023
The public can start attending the K-Food Fair 2023 from 13 to 15 October, with an opening ceremony happening on 13 October officiated by Mr. Jang Jae Hyung, Managing Director of the aT Centre Kuala Lumpur, together with H.E. Yeo Seung-bae, Ambassador of The Republic of Korea, and Amy Hoo, Head of Marketing Department Sunway Pyramid.
Here are the event highlights that the public can look forward to:
For more information on K-FOOD Fair 2023, please visit www.mykfoodfair.com.
Mamee Food Service and AEON have collaborated once again and this time launching Daebak X AEON Delicatessen 2.0. This time, Sushi and Coco Cafe have joined Delica and Bakery to offer new Koeran-inspired offerings including the relaunch of the best selling Kogi chicken and new menu such as Korean Sushi combo, Kimchi-Bokkeumbap, Yang Nyeom Chicken and more.
The products are available at all AEON outlets and AEON Big (Bakery only).
Four Points by Sheraton Bandung is now serving plant-based meat from Meatless Kingdom. Meatless Kingdom’s plant-based meat is made from shiitake mushroom and soy, which is lower in calories and fat.
The Meatless Kingdom plant-based menu served at the prestigious hotel are as follows:
B2B, including foodservice, is an important channel for plant-based meat players. Hotels, in particular, need plant-based ingredients to offer to their guests with specific dietary requirements.
KUALA LUMPUR, 5 OCTOBER 2023 – Boost, the regional fintech leader, introduced the Beyond Card together with CelcomDigi on the Mastercard network. This innovative card is the first two-in-one international card in Malaysia, enabling customers to access funds from your Boost wallet balance and utilize a pre-approved credit line. It is the first card in Malaysia with this unique feature and is accepted across Mastercard’s over 100 million merchants worldwide.
Select customers will be invited to apply for the card from 9th October 2023, with Celcom users enjoying exclusive access to apply via the Boost app, followed by Digi users in due course.
The Beyond Card by CelcomDigi and Boost offers Shariah-Compliant flexible payments via a credit facility in a responsible manner, using robust scoring techniques to ensure those offered credit line have the ability to repay. It also addresses financial inclusion gaps, targeting customers without cards or with basic ones by offering them a premium experience. Additionally, the card is also the first in Malaysia and Southeast Asia to offer Mastercard Travel Rewards, with qualified customers being able to enjoy attractive rewards such as 12% Cashback from Lazada, 15% off MAS flight bookings, along with up to 10% savings, complimentary gifts and 10% tax free at Mitsui Outlet Park.
Sheyantha Abeykoon, Group CEO of Boost, said: “It gives me great privilege to be able to launch a first in the market product together with our sister company CelcomDigi and be able to provide a tier 1 card experience to a large segment of our combined customer base. This product launch is a successful blend of inclusive financial innovation, coupled with synergistic value unleashed by two flagship Malaysian companies in the Axiata Group. It also further strengthens our partnership with Mastercard which is forged under a common objective of bringing new innovations to the financial landscape in Malaysia.”
T Kugan, Chief Innovation Officer of CelcomDigi, said: “This partnership marks a pivotal step towards financial inclusivity together with telecommunications products and services, delivering convenience and rewarding experiences to Malaysian consumers who have progressively shifted to a digital-first approach for many daily lifestyles. We remain committed to collaborate with industry leaders and drive digital innovation across Malaysia’s digital ecosystem, further supporting the nation’s digital agenda.”
Beena Pothen, Country Manager, Malaysia & Brunei, Mastercard, said: “With the Beyond Card, Malaysians can look forward to an unparalleled travel experience that encompasses the best of culinary, shopping, entertainment and more. Research from the Mastercard Economics Institute underscores the value people place on experiences over things, making the integration of the Mastercard Travel Rewards a natural fit with this trend. The partnership with Boost and CelcomDigi is a significant milestone in the industry, reflecting the joint dedication to prioritizing consumers’ passions, especially where travel is concerned.”
Through the card’s built-in Shariah-Compliant PayLater option, known as Boost PayFlexTM, users can stretch payments by up to 3-month instalments**. Users can also earn up to 3x Boost Stars for each ringgit spent via Boost PayFlexTM, which are redeemable for savings and discounts through the BoostUP Loyalty Programme*. There are no fees applied for local and direct deductions on theBeyond Card.
Each transaction has password protection, and emergencies can be handled with instant card freezing. To apply for the Beyond Card, qualified Celcom customers can download the Boost app and create a Premium Wallet account, for free. Then, tap on the ‘Beyond Card’ button on the homepage of the app and complete the necessary application process. Once successfully pre-approved, users will immediately see their virtual card on the app which can be used for online transactions.
For offline use, a RM20 physical card request is available on the Beyond Card page, covering delivery and SST charges. In exchange for completing the physical card application, users will be able to redeem up to RM100 worth of rewards such as discount vouchers from Lazada, Agoda, Gong Cha, Google Play Store, Viu and The Alley, and more**.
For more information on the Beyond Card, please visit: https://myboost.co/boost-beyond-card
