BonCabe has collaborated with Sandal Swallow Indonesia to launch sandals featuring images of BonCabe level 50 Max End, which is the spiciest in the BonCabe range. The collaboration was launched to celebrate The Youth Pledge (Sumpah Pemuda) day, which was a declaration made on 28 October 1928 by young Indonesian nationalists in the Second Youth Congress to recognize only one Indonesian motherland, one Indonesian people, and one Indonesian language.
The #SandalHotMasaKini campaign encourages young consumers to express themselves. At the same time, the campaign also exposes local brands to the younger generation. For the sandal manufacturer, the goal is to encourage young consumers not to feel embarassed wearing sandals to shopping malls and other places.
KFC Philippines is bringing back its KFC Bloody Gravy in time for Halloween. KFC Bloody Gravy is available on October 29-31, 2022 at these ‘haunted’ KFC stores: C5 Bridgetowne, Montalban Town Center and Doña Soledad.
Indonesia’s PT Deltomed Laboratories has launched a ready-to-drink (RTD) format for its Kojima herbal supplement made from kurma, habbatussauda and honey. The RTD drink (340ml) comes in tamarind flavour with honey, date and habbatussauda or black cumin/black seed.
Making herbal supplement easier to consume is one way to engage with more consumers. Kojima is also available in the candy format. We feel gummy will be the next format to deliver the goodness of kurma and habbatussauda.
The Indonesian snack company Dua Kelinci has released Tos Tos Tortilla Chips in three flavours Nacho Cheese, Roasted Corn and Korean BBQ. Dua Kelinci’s tortilla chip used to be sold under the name Krip Krip. There is a high probability that the company has renamed its Krip Krip Tortilla Chips as Tos Tos.
Oatbedient is a nutritious and delicious oat milk beverage from Singapore that is free from preservatives, artificial flavouring, gums or thickeners and is now available in Malaysia.
Oat milk contains beta glucan, a type of soluble fibre with heart health benefits. Beta glucan forms a gel-like substance within the gut that can bind to cholesterol and reduce its absorption.
Oatbedient is a a plant-based, oat-centric brand and currently has three variants – Oat Milk, Chocolate Oat Milk, and Oat Milk with Oats and Chia Seeds. Oatbedient is also an oat milk without palm oil targeting those who are wary about the environmental impact of palm oil.
The Bun Bun green pea snack by Calbee Tanawat has a healtheir version. Certified as a Healtheir Choice, the latest Bun Bun green pea contains rice bran oil, thus offering consumers with a healthier snacking option.
SNNP has launched new flavours under its Jele Chewy Jelly series in Thailand. The three flavours include Mixed Berry and Melon. The company first launched its jelly gummy products in 2021. Consumers can easily store the chewable jelly snack in the bag and consume it by tearing the top. Jele Chewy Jelly has zero calories and is high in vitamin C.
Glico Wings Indonesia, the ice cream joint venture between Japan’s Ezaki Glico and Mitrajaya Ekaprana, a member of Indonesia’s Wings Group, has launched the newest Waku Waku Mystery Flavor targeting children.
As a Japanese-style ice cream brand, the company has also unveiled Glico Wings Ice Cream Frost Bite Jcone Cookies & Cream that delivers the authentic Japanese taste.
Raffles Place is home to some of Singapore’s most prominent landmark buildings and is known as the country’s bustling financial district. The Raffles Place Park, in particular, is an icon and staple amongst those who work in the area. In the daytime, it is a commercial space and business destination where colleagues and friends alike meet during office hours or lunch breaks. At night, Raffles Place transforms into a bold and lively party area for everyone to unwind and relax after a taxing day of work.
In its transition to become the Central “Buzz” district it is today, Raffles Place had undergone a fascinating transformation through the years. Let us take a trip down memory lane as we explore the history of the iconic Raffles Place.
Revisiting Old Raffles Place
Raffles Place Park (Past)
In the 1800s, Raffles Place was originally a reclaimed swamp land before it became a commercial emporium. Since then, the place featured many old and iconic buildings, for instance, banks such as Chartered Bank Chambers and the Bank of China building; department stores such as Robinsons and John Little, and even an underground car park located below the garden square we see today. Within the next 50 years, Raffles Place continued to evolve to fit the changing times, where many modern skyscrapers took over the space in one of the park’s biggest transformations.
Experience the Modernity of Raffles Place
Fast forward to today, the heart of the financial centre unveils an inviting vast green space amongst the skyscrapers for city professionals to relax and unwind. It features many flower beds, shrubs and rows of lawns, monumental sculptures and even structures such as swings and tables. But that’s not all, Raffles Place Park also presents dynamic events and activities for the public to enjoy.
Enjoy the Newest Structures and Events At The Revamped Raffles Place Park
With the aim of transforming the park and the surrounding public space into a place of excitement, relaxation and play, the Raffles Place Alliance was formed. For instance, last Christmas, Raffles Place Alliance held their first-ever festive celebration – Festive Cheer, whereby ornamental and sculptural festive decor was specially set up to welcome the joyous season. Members of the public were invited to snap pictures alongside these colourful structures and beautiful fairy lights to spread delight amongst the community and create lasting memories altogether.
#RPChairs Plastic
With the launch of #RPchairs in July, the revitalised Raffles Place Park became a sanctuary that offers respite from the hustle and bustle. Over the period of one month, this addition to the park comes in four types of chairs with varying colours, placed in the garden each week. As of now, the armchairs, beanbags and wooden stools made out of upcycled wood have made their appearance. These sources of comfort are portable around the park, so head down to the park, get creative and feel free to arrange them however you like!
Earlier this September, Raffles Place Alliance also kick-started a project, UNWIND @ Raffles Place – a 3-day event with music and performances by OFFTHECLIFF, Ralph Alvern, Kyung Hoon and more! With many activities held at the park, people from all walks of life were invited to head down, relax and enjoy the live performances and workshops. Free ice cream and beer were also served to the public as they enjoyed the festive atmosphere, as well as sit-in for an outdoor movie screening with their families on one of the nights.
RELEASE @ Raffles Place
In celebration of World Mental Health Day in October, Raffles Place Alliance had also partnered with several companies for their week-long event – RELEASE @ Raffles Place. For instance, vendors such as Cloop! and Books Beyond Border, along with yoga and dance enthusiasts such as FOCUS and KpopX Fitness. These vendors came together to champion wellness through dance and movement workshops, and even provide a wide selection of clothes and books in their thrift markets. Families, influencers, and businesspeople were also invited down to heal together and make their contributions to upcycle and donate to the Samaritans of Singapore (SOS).
RELEASE – Acroyoga by Aaron Koh
Through these times, it is evident that Raffles Place is continuously reinventing itself to better serve the people who frequent the place. With the green square prominently located right outside Raffles Place MRT, it will serve as an oasis for many upcoming events. Together with Raffles Place Alliance, the park is also expecting many activities lined up for the rest of the year. So do keep a lookout and join us at this iconic destination!
● Featuring over 30 brands of plant-based food and eco-friendly products.
● Guest speakers include Khor Sue Yee, Co-founder of Zero Waste Malaysia; Raw Vegan Chef Yin, MMA Fighter Colleen Augustin, and Vegan KOLs.
● Interactive experience and family-friendly workshops like Decoupage, Wagashi, Mochi and Blue Dye.
Kuala Lumpur, 29thOctober, 2022:A two-day market featuring 33 brands of plant-based food and eco-friendly products is held at KL Tzu-Chi Jing Si Hall in Kepong, on the 29thand 30thof October. The event, named the Midori Market, is organised by a group of environmental-conscious undergraduate students from the Tzu Chi KL & Selangor Collegiate Youth Association, a non-profit association that brings together tertiary students to care for humanity and the environment.
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In line with the goal to increase plant-based diet penetration and reduce carbon footprint, especially among the youth, all participating brands are implementing a zero-waste plan, while visitors and buyers are required to bring their own reusable bags, lunch boxes, water bottles/cups and cutleries. Besides delicious plant-based food, visitors can also find eco-friendly products, handicrafts, as well as talks and family-friendly workshops (e.g. decoupage, wagashi, mochi, and blue dye) at the event.
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The line-up of guest speakers includes Khor Sue Yee, co-founder of Zero Waste Malaysia; raw vegan chef, Yin; MMA fighter, Colleen Augustin; and vegan KOLS, Yee Huan and James. They will share their views and insights on a low-carbon lifestyle as well as their transitions to veganism.
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Chris Choo, theMidori Market coordinator, stated that “The plant-based community needs a safe space to share and exchange their views. The Midori Market will act as a community engagement platform, both providing and receiving support from one another. We assembled over 100 Tzu Chi collegiate youths from varsities around the Klang Valley to organise and promote this event, with hope to attract 5,000 youths to visit the market. We also integrate Japanese minimalism concepts in the market’s design to establish a chic and welcoming atmosphere that encourages teenagers and millennials to connect with theplant-based community.”
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