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Kido Foods launches new range of ice cream for the hot months

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Tan Heng Hong
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Vietnam’s Kido Foods has introduced several new ice cream products to help consumers cool down during the hot summer months.

The company has launched Merino Sweetie Pistachio and Durian Mochi and bubble milk tea ice cream with pearls in a cup format, Thai milk tea ice cream, Merino Sandwich pistachio ice cream in a bear shape and Celano Passion ice cream with the aromatic flavour of strawberry sauce, exquisite New Zealand cheese, and chewy pearls.

Under the Merino brand, Kido Foods has introduced Merino Kool Premium Melon, Taiwanese-inspired Merino Collection with coconut, peanut, salt and sesame, Merino Collection Kem Che Co Ba Saigon ice cream for the old taste of Saigon, Merino X Forest Fruit Ice Cream with Strawberry Sauce and Merino Collection featuring 100% Ben Tre coconuts.

 

 

Kido Foods offers energy drink ice cream

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Tan Heng Hong
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Vietnam’s Kido Foods has recently launched a new energy drink ice cream (Kem Merino Kool tăng lực đậu đỏ) under the Merino Kool range. What’s interesting about the ice cream is that it actually contains the active ingredients found in energy drinks, such as caffeine, inositol, taurine, vitamin B3, and B6. This ice cream targets young consumers, typically 18 years old and above, who are accustomed to consuming energy drinks. However, it may be challenging to prevent young consumers below the age of 18 from consuming this ice cream.

Kem Merino Kool tăng lực đậu đỏ is an example of how ice cream offers the same benefits as energy drinks but in a more refreshing format.

New Pen Tor Drink targets the captive audience of Pen Tor sitcom in Thailand

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Tan Heng Hong
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PEN 1 F&B Co., Ltd. has recently launched a new range of functional drinks based on the popular Thai situation comedy television program Pen Tor (เป็นต่อ). The new functional Pen Tor Drink targets the captive audience of Pen Tor, which gives the drink a key advantage in terms of brand awareness.

The range comes in three variants: Reboost, Refrezh, and Rezharge, designed to fit the lifestyle of Pen Tor’s audience, who work hard and play hard. Reboose is a drink with mixed berries, high in vitamin C (200% of RDI), and persimmon and artichoke to refresh the body, nourish the liver, and strengthen the immune system.

Refrezh is fortified with zinc, vitamin B complex, vitamin C (200% of RDI), American ginseng extract, and has a mixed fruit flavor to nourish the brain and strengthen the immune system.

Rezharge is high in vitamin C (200% RDI), vitamin A (150% RDI), and has goji berry extract to refresh the body, nourish eyesight, and strengthen the immune system.

The 150ml functional drinks are available at 7-Eleven for THB 19 per bottle.

Attending the launch were Takonkiet Viravan, Group CEO at The One Enterprise Public Company Limited, or ONEE, which is Thailand’s one-stop industry leader in media and entertainment, and Somchai Asavapiyanond, President at NSL Foods PCL.

We are seeing that media companies are monetizing their content by launching food and drinks based on popular shows.

New Gardenia Breakthru Bran & Wheat Germ is high in calcium

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Tan Heng Hong
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Gardenia Bakeries (KL) Sdn. Bhd. has introduced the new Gardenia Breakthru Bran & Wheat Germ. Besides its soft texture and delicious taste, it is also the first Gardenia bread enriched with high calcium, making it a nutritious meal that is perfect for your children and the whole family. Packed with 8CTIVE™ nutrients, the bread contains vitamins A, E, iron, and protein.

Gardenia Breakthru Wholemeal Bread With Canadian Purple Wheat and Gardenia Breakthru Whole Wheat Bread are the other two products under this variant.

Gardenia Breakthru Whole Wheat Bread is a nutritious whole wheat bread made from 100% high protein whole wheat flour. It is low in fat and high in protein, iron, and vitamins A & E.

Gardenia Breakthru Wholemeal Bread With Canadian Purple Wheat is a wholemeal bread packed with the goodness of Canadian purple wheat. It is high in protein, iron, and vitamins A & E.

Gardenia Classic White Bread now with Nutri+Plus Advantage

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Tan Heng Hong
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Gardenia Philippines has launched the new Gardenia Classic White Bread with Nutri+Plus Advantage. The bread looks quite similar to the previous Gardenia Classic White Bread, which is packed with essential vitamins and minerals such as Vitamin A, Iodine, Folate, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B3, Calcium, and Iron. The only difference is in the communication, which emphasizes Nutri+Plus Advantage as the cue for those looking to boost their health and wellness.

Grab a taste of Singapore’s iconic hawker dishes at 7-Eleven today

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Tan Heng Hong
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Grab a taste of Singapore’s iconic hawker dishes at 7-Eleven today with the new Dabao series. ​From the famous Ghim Moh Teochew Mee Siam to Beach Road Prawn Noodle, you’ll find all the delightful local flavours in one place — at 7-Eleven. ​Try all new ready-to-eat dishes now!

  • Korma Curry with Rice by Chef Sultanul Arifin – SGD 5.00
  • Ginger Chicken Rice by Chef Aaron Wong – SGD 4.80
  • Chicken Charsiew with Fragrant Rice by My Kampung – SGD 6.00
  • 7-Select Egg Mayo + Old Chang Kee Curry ‘O Double Combo Sandwich – SGD 3.70
  • Ayam Belado with Nasi Kuning by Rumah Makan Minang – SGD 6.50

Celebrate National Day with Locally Inspired Feasts Right Here at The Woodleigh Mall

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Tan Heng Hong
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Ya Kun Kaya Toast

National Day is right around the corner and what better way to celebrate this special day than by indulging in our favourite local flavours! Grab your friends and family and get into the National Day spirit with these uniquely Singaporean treats from The Woodleigh Mall.

Coconut-Infused Delights from Ya Kun Kaya Toast

Enjoy the flavours of comfort and nostalgia this National Day at Ya Kun (#B1-07), with a delectable selection ranging from traditional toasts to local favourite beverages. From 19 July to 31 August, savour these coconut-infused treats like the Coconut Bandung Swiss Roll and Kaya Rainbow Bread that will leave you coming back for more! Beat the Singapore heat with the National Day exclusive Coconut Juice with Nata de Coco. Be sure to check out these unique and authentic Singaporean staples!

*Coconut Juice with Nata de Coco only available in Iced and Large Size. All items sold in ala-carte.Other terms and conditions may apply, kindly visit their website at https://www.facebook.com/yakunkayatoastsg/ for more details.

Aromatic Bandung Cheesecake from Pepper Lunch

If you can’t decide between a creamy cheesecake and the refreshing floral sweetness of our national favourite, the Bandung drink, then look no further! For a limited time only, celebrate Singapore’s 58th birthday with the Bandung Cheesecake from Pepper Lunch (#01-54). This unique twist on our local flavour infuses the aroma of roses and is perfectly balanced by a crunchy crust. Additionally, enjoy sizzling menus, such as the Taro Karaage and Chicken Katsu & Ebi Fry Japanese Curry Rice, at a discounted price to celebrate Pepper Lunch’s opening at The Woodleigh Mall from now till 18 August. Enjoy these delectable treats with your friends and family today!

*Terms and conditions may apply. Visit Pepper Lunch’s website at https://www.pepperlunch.com.sg/ for more details.

Your Favourite Treats Redefined at Tiong Bahru Bakery

From savoury pastries to refreshing drinks, Tiong Bahru Bakery (#02-47) has got you covered with the finest array of freshly baked goods. From now till 31 Aug, jump into the flaming National Day spirit with fiery new creations, made in collaboration with Executive Chef Eugene See from Birds of Feather. Their national-day special menu includes the lip-smacking Sichuan Roast Beef Croissant and Sichuan Rojak Chicken Bun that will leave you coming back for more. Delectable and flaky, the Kopi Pecan Koiugh Amann is a dream come true for anyone with a sweet tooth. If you’re looking to quell the heat, the Coconut & Gula Melaka Iced Latte dreamt up by beverage-meisters will surely quench your thirst. Additionally, enjoy $5 off every $35 spent from now till 31 December – hurry and grab this limited-time deal!

*Terms and conditions may apply. Visit Tiong Bahru Bakery’s website at https://www.tiongbahrubakery.com/ for more details

Feel at Home at Raffles Place with a 2-Day Event featuring Artisan Markets, Lawn Games, Fun Kids Activities and an Outdoor Movie Screening!

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Tan Heng Hong
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Singapore, 4 August 2023 – The second edition of the UNWIND @ Raffles Place series, “Feel at Home at Raffles Place”, turns the park into a fun marketplace with an exciting shopping experience at the artisan market, energising lawn games, fun kids activities and even an outdoor movie screening as the sun sets. Spanning two days, on 18 and 19 August, you’re in for a fun-filled experience that will take you from day to night! Bring your friends and the whole family together and UNWIND with us at Raffles Place Park!

Discover Unique Local Brands and Shop for Gifts at the Artisan Market 

Kick off your event experience and treat yourself at the Artisan Market with delicious handmade snacks, one-of-a-kind fashion apparel and accessories as well as wellness products and more. Curated by Sunday Social, the Artisan Market will feature 24 local brands* each day in a picnic theme space. Embodying the “Makers” theme, each stall will bring you an exciting array of goodies!

Heal Nutrition: Fuel your body with protein shakes and bars made with pure natural ingredients. Featuring their most-loved products such as Heal Signature Chocolate Protein Shake and Heal Fruity Raspberry Breakfast Protein Bar, get the proteins and nutrients you need while enjoying deliciously made shakes and snacks.

Ecolah Organic: Enjoy organic snacks and high-quality fair trade coffee right under one roof. Housing brands such as Anaconda Snacks, LC and Evoo O.Live, share these healthy products with your friends and family to spark their healthy living.

CHOKMAH: Connecting communities through creativity, this modern and sustainable lifestyle brand designs and handcrafts artistic homewares. Shop handcrafted trays from various stunning collections like the Marble and Merazzo Collection to elevate your home.

Beachme: The beach is no longer just a destination, it’s a mood. Explore ethically made and stylish swimwear that embraces the philosophy of slow fashion, making swimwear that stays with you beyond trends. Build your beach persona with luxuriously buttery soft fabric that is chlorine resistant and offers UV protection.

Made at 6pm: As a slow-made jewellery brand, bedazzle your outfits with handmade jewellery and shop for sophisticated and popular designs such as Shell Jewellery, Gemstone Fan Necklaces and Polymer Clay Earrings.

Get Your Heart Racing with Adrenaline-Fueled Lawn Games

Back by popular demand, lawn games were a hit at our first edition of UNWIND @ Raffles Place. Unleash your inner athlete and get your heart pumping with exciting lawn games after work! Happening from 4pm to 9pm on 18 August and 1pm to 8pm on 19 August, try your hand at pétanque and badminton while standing a chance to collect exclusive vouchers* upon completion of each lawn game!

*While stocks last, terms and conditions apply.

Pétanque: Score points by throwing or rolling boules closer to the small target ball or by hitting the opponents’ boules away from the target. On 18 August, redeem Natural Immunobooster shots from EGA Juice Clinic at Ocean Financial Centre as well as free housemade drinks from VIBE Bistro at One Raffles Place as a pick-me-up after the game. On 19 August, redeem a small drinks voucher from  Gloria Jean’s Coffees at Republic Plaza to replenish your energy.

Badminton: Strike a shuttlecock using racquets over the net and into the opponent’s court to score points. On 18 August, get free iced lemon tea from Granny’s Oat Shop at Republic Plaza or free housemade drinks from VIBE Bistro, located at One Raffles Place. On 19 August, redeem Natural Immunobooster shots from EGA Juice Clinic to celebrate the end of an adrenaline-fuelled game.

Tune into Groovy Beats with Solar-Panelled DJ Booths

Wind down after your games with live DJ sets played from Nomad Solar Sound’s solar-powered DJ console and sound system – featuring DJ Yujin from 4pm to 6.30pm and DJ KFC from 6:30pm to 9pm on 18 August and DJ Weatherman from 1pm to 3.30pm and DJ El Professionel from 3.30pm to 6pm on 19 August.

Soak in the vibrant groovy ambience and lounge on #RPchairs in Raffles Place Park. Reminiscent of social spaces in the home, #RPchairs feature armchairs and recliners, bean bags and swings. Take your pick of the #RPchairs and turn the park into your little home away from home!

Visit the Phantasiegarten by Play!

In partnership with Play!, this multi-sensory art space will be set amidst the park to provide fun activities for the young. Through art, express yourselves and unleash your creativity in four facilitated different areas from 1pm to 6pm on Saturday 19 August!

Let your imagination run wild and create your own version of Raffles Place Park with recycled cardboard and corrugated sheets in varying 3D forms. Express your creativity using unconventional recycled materials provided at the park such as ropes and textiles along with markers and paint.

Look to the stunning skyscrapers of Raffles Place to inspire young minds. Children can create models of Raffles Place and skyscrapers or can unleash their inner mural artist and paint or doodle on the cardboard model of key places in Raffles Place.

Of course, the fun is not just limited to the big kids! The little ones can engage in their own mini-play version at a dedicated baby play space. Equipped with simple and safe materials like markers, boxes and smaller wooden blocks, they can join in on the fun and set their creativity in motion.

Catch a Soul-ful Movie Screening

The fun continues even after the sun sets. From 6pm onwards on 19 August, gather your friends and family for a movie under the stars and kick your feet up in the oh-so-comfy Helinox chairs as you enjoy a screening of Soul (PG) – a comedic-drama animation film that is perfect for the little ones too. If you’re the first 50 members of the public to pre-register for the movie screening, you can grab the best seats in the house, along with 1-for-1 pasta vouchers from VIBE.

UNWIND with Us For The Rest of The Year!

Raffles Place is shedding its corporate façade for a fun family-friendly appeal this August and has much in store for the rest of the year. Look forward to upcoming editions of UNWIND @ Raffles Place with “Taste of Home” at Raffles Place up next in October. Follow @RafflesPlaceSG on socials for the latest updates.

Celebrating the Art of Coffee and Fashion: MOCCONA Returns as Official Coffee Sponsor of KL Fashion Week 2023

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Tan Heng Hong
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KUALA LUMPUR, 4 AUGUST 2023 – MOCCONA is back for the second year running as the official coffee sponsor of KL Fashion Week (KLFW) 2023, promising fashionistas and coffee lovers alike an exciting week of pleasure and indulgence from 21 – 27 August 2023.

Phoon Shi Fun, Head of Marketing for MOCCONA brand owner JDE Malaysia, explains the perfect synergy of MOCCONA and KLFW, both serving an iconic fusion of taste and style that resonates with fashion enthusiasts and coffee lovers.

“MOCCONA’s partnership with KL Fashion Week is the perfect showcase for the brand’s ethos of celebrating and finding beauty in life’s everyday moments; we’re truly excited to present our three distinct coffee intensities – each crafted to cater to different personalities and moments. Just like fashion choices that reflect our diverse moods and styles, MOCCONA’s range is designed to elevate the senses and suit the varying preferences of coffee lovers. This partnership not only celebrates the exquisite blend of fashion and coffee, but also reminds us to take “me time” each day to dream, inspire and delight the senses.”

MOCCONA X MIMPIKITA COLLABORATION 

As part of its partnership in KLFW 2023, MOCCONA will present a special fashion showcase with local designer Mimpikita on 24 August 2023, where attendees will have the opportunity to experience the fusion of coffee and fashion in a unique and immersive way.  MOCCONA’s celebration of timeless elegance and quality, reflected in our exquisite blends, aligns perfectly with Mimpikita’s vision as a label whose foundation is based on creating timeless fashion pieces that reflect the everyday modern women, while embodying effortless chic and modesty. Visitors can catch a sneak peek of the showcase here.

“Together with KL Fashion Week, we are set to bring a one-of-a-kind experience where fashionistas and coffee lovers alike will savour the taste of this unique fusion, embracing the artistry and satisfaction that emanate from both the runway and our coffee cups,” concluded Shi Fun.

Rekindle the warmth of reunion and harmony with Old Seng Choong’s traditional mooncakes with a twist of local flavours

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Tan Heng Hong
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福满中秋，月满团圆 – Rekindle the warmth of reunion and harmony with Old Seng Choong’s traditional mooncakes with a twist of local flavours

Singapore, 04 August 2023       Old Seng Choong, founded in 2016 as homage to the well-known Seng Choong Confectionery of the 60s, is sought for its traditional bakes and cakes, and has become a must-stopover for perfect treats for every joyous occasion. The love for treats is dialled up when the highly anticipated annual Mid-Autumn Festival returns this year. Old Seng Choong celebrates the festival with a unique selection of new exquisite flavours like Yam with Olive Kernel and Pandan Pulut Hitam alongside some of the classic favourites brought back by popular demand.

 The Mid-Autumn Festival, Zhong Qiu Jie (中秋节 in Mandarin) is a traditional festival celebrated in the Chinese culture, takes place annually on the 15th day of the eighth month in the Chinese calendar. The tradition originates from the end of the autumn harvest when families gather under a full moon to celebrate and express gratitude for a bountiful harvest.

The highlight of the celebration is mooncake, a round pastry made with red bean or lotus seed paste wrapped by a layer of golden-brown baked crust. Mooncake symbolises family reunion and harmony, and it encapsulates the essence of this occasion and is commonly given as a gift to express best wishes and love.

Old Seng Choong’s Four Heavenly Kings (四大天王)

Mooncakes are special at Old Seng Choong, much like how every single pastry is lovingly made by Chef Daniel Tay and his team. Their creations live up to the Old Seng Choong name in preserving traditional flavours while keeping up with the pace of modernisation. Every mooncake captures nostalgia, heritage, and joy of the festival while infusing new elements that excite the taste buds, Old Seng Choong consistently innovates to ensure a familiar yet unique Mid-Autumn experience every year.

Yam with Olive Kernel 芋泥榄仁

Old Seng Choong Mid-Autumn 2023 – Yam with Olive Kernel

Perfectly smooth yam paste with a subtle burst of nuttiness from the olive kernels, this brand-new flavour is the ultimate combination for yam and nuts fanatics.

$68.80 per box of 8 pieces

Pandan Pulut Hitam 香兰黑糯米

Old Seng Choong Mid-Autumn 2023 – Pandan Pulut Hitam

The refreshing aroma of pandan leaves infused with a rich and velvety pulut hitam filling, this is the absolute indulgent when one craves for a local sweet treat. 

S$66.80 per box of 8 pieces

Black Truffle Bak Kwa 黑松露肉干

Old Seng Choong Mid-Autumn 2023 – Black Truffle Bak Kwa

Combining the succulent tenderness of smoky bak kwa and the luscious red lotus paste infused with premium black truffle oil, this all-time favourite will bring one through a gastronomic experience with every bite.

S$86.80 per box of 8 pieces

White Lotus with Yolk Blend 白莲蓉蛋黄馅

Old Seng Choong Mid-Autumn 2023 – White Lotus with Yolk Blend

A delicate harmony of sweet and savoury, the creamy OSC signature yolk blend perfectly balances out the sweetness of the lotus paste, making this one of the most popular flavours amongst mooncake lovers.

S$68.80 per box of 8 pieces

For the best of all four worlds, the Four Heavenly Kings (四大天王) with two of each flavours are available at S$72.80

The remarkable flavours of Old Seng Choong are stamped with the elegant hydrangea flower symbolising unity and harmony reinforcing the wish for consumers to embrace the spirit of togetherness and rediscover the joy of shared moments during the Mid-Autumn Festival. The choice of vibrant and festive colours is also one of Old Seng Choong’s mooncakes’ most distinct and novel innovations as these are typically seen on snow skin mooncakes and are harder to achieve on traditionally baked mooncakes. Every aspect of each mooncake variant design is carefully thought through and crafted. No detail is too small when so much passion goes into the baking of Old Seng Choong‘s creations. 

The Old Seng Choong mooncakes are available for pre-order from 1 August 2023 and will be ready for collection in-store from 15 August 2023. Enjoy a 20% early bird special for orders placed between 1 August 2023 to 7 September 2023.

Old Seng Choong’s Retail Outlets:

 

The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands

2 Bayfront Avenue #01-72

Singapore 018972

Mon to Sun – 11am to 10pm

 

Paragon Shopping Centre

290 Orchard Road #B1-14

Singapore 238859

Mon to Sun – 10am to 9pm

For more information and updates, please visit Old Seng Choong’s official website and social media pages: 

About Old Seng Choong

Founded by renowned local pastry chef Daniel Tay, Old Seng Choong offers traditional bakes and cakes to celebrate every joyous occasion.

This eponymous new concept is especially poignant for Daniel Tay, who created it as a tribute to his father, a baker, and confectioner for over 30 years. It is named after the well-loved Seng Choong Confectionery, established in 1965 and run by Daniel’s parents until its closure in 1996. 

Old Seng Choong pays homage to his father and the confectionery that sparked his culinary ambitions. The brand focuses on traditional festive treats to accompany every momentous occasion and celebration in life. 

Aside from rolling out seasonal items for calendar events such as Mid-Autumn Festival and Chinese New Year, Old Seng Choong will also launch old-school bakes with a more nostalgic slant

Photo Credits: Old Seng Choong

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