PT Ajinomoto Indonesia has launched GARLICOPLUS for businesses to increase the flavor, scent, and character of fresh garlic to be stronger, longer lasting, and fuller in the mouth. GARLICOPLUS is available in a 1kg format and can be bought from official Ajinomoto Sales Indonesia/SHI (supplier for the home industry) or order from Customer Care Ajinomoto (custcare@asv.ajinomoto.com).
GARLICOPLUS helps businesses to reduce their dependence on garlic and the risks associated with garlic including price fluctuation and quality that varies.
“Garlic consumption in Indonesia is quite large and from year to year always increasing, while the domestic garlic production is still quite lacking so that sometimes it is very dependent on imported garlic from other countries. This condition has an impact on unstable prices, supply, and quality of garlic commodities in Indonesia. This is one of the things that underlies us to present GARLICOPLUS product for producers of various food industries in Indonesia, said Toni Iskandar, Head of Industry Dept – PT Ajinomto Indonesia.
“GARLICOPLUS” product is a ready-to-use seasoning in powder form, so it is easy to use, store, and food producers can save time, and production preparation costs,” he continued.
Potabee, the snack brand from Calbee Wings in Indonesia, has unveiled its latest look to deliver more fun and taste to consumers. The potato crips with the V-cut technology offer an elevate snacking experience in line with the theme #KriuknyaPecahRasanyaWah.
The brand has also appointed the talented 20-year-old celebrity Ari Irham as the new Potabee brand ambassador.
Australia’s Viplus Dairy has recently launched its range of Australian adult milk formula ViPlus milk in Thailand. The products are distributed by DCH Orica (Thailand). The range comprises:
ViPlus Goat Milk Goat milk is easy to digest and has complete nutrients such as calcium, vitamin A, vitamin B1 and B2
ViPlus Pro Formulated, a nutrient-fortified milk that is rich in calcium phosphorus and high in vitamins. Helps strengthen bones and teeth and have prebiotics.
ViPlus Whey Proteinâ with cranberry flavor, added L-Carnitine to speed up metabolism and has prebiotics
The night ended with a finale performance calling for audiences to sing along in a karaoke session.
The school raised over RM 1.86 million to upgrade its facilities and amenities
Petaling Jaya, 14 October 2022 â Heineken Malaysia Berhad (HEINEKEN Malaysia) once again hosted its annual social impact program, the Tiger Sin Chew Chinese Education Charity Concert (Tiger CECC) at SJKC Han Ming, Puchong. As a platform to bring communities together, the concert enabled parents, alumni, and local communities in Puchong to play a role in improving the schoolâs teaching and learning environment. The event successfully raised over RM 1.86 million, which will be used to upgrade the schoolâs facilities and amenities.Â
(From left to right) Yee Yee, Wu Jia Hui, Jyin Poh, Zac Zhi Chiang, Z Yan & Victor Lee sang a series of medley songs for the opening performance.
Since its inception in 1994, Tiger Beer has worked hand-in-hand with its media partner to contribute and make in difference in the education of many generations. The annual project shas cumulatively raised more than RM361 million for schools across Malaysia. This year, SJKC Han Ming, Puchong is one of the eight schools that hosted the Tiger Sin Chew Chinese Education Charity Concert.
Freddie & The Catz performed a back-to-the-60s rendition with a remix of evergreen songs.
âAs a responsible and progressive brewer, HEINEKEN Malaysia is proud of our long and enduring partnership through Tiger Sin Chew Chinese Education Charity Concert that has raised over RM361million since 1994. Through the Tiger CECC platform, we believe we are able to inspire a better world by allowing the schools to flourish and thrive through an improved educational environment,â said Roland Bala, Managing Director of Heineken Malaysia Berhad.
â1664 Blanc continues to share good taste via a voyage of experiences be it through food, fashion, or art. This latest âArt with a Twistâ campaign aims to bring Parisian-inspired elegance and elevate shared moments with friends and loved ones over our fine brew that represents the French essence of good taste,â commented Olga Pulyaeva, Carlsberg Malaysiaâs Marketing Director.
Running from now until November; 1664 Blancâs Art with a Twist looks to deliver an array of artistic pleasures from its artist edition cans to artist edition merchandise that will kick-off the year end festivities. To reward consumers who join in the celebration of art, a host of exclusive merchandise lies in wait for lucky winners.
MaestroFarm, a new dairy brand in Malaysia, has recently introduced its latest low fat milk. The pastuerised milk is not only low in fat but also low in lactose and high in calcium. MaestroFarm Low Fat Milk is available in Checkers, Hero, Village Grocer and other outlets near you.
Apart from pasteurised milk, the brand also has UHT flavoured milk in four flavours – Banana, Musang King Durian, Cafe Latte, and Chocolate.
Mockup white towels and houseplant on white table with copy space for product display montage.
Buds Organics completes the organic management of eczema and sensitive skin this Eczema Awareness Month with new additions to the Buds Super Soothing Organics (BSSO) range
KUALA LUMPUR, 13 October 2022 – A babyâs skin is an extremely important and delicate organ that requires the best protection from the outside world. Babies also feel at their most comfortable when their skin is healthy and moisturised. Therefore, full attention and specific care is required for babies and their skin, to ensure the little ones are happy and cheerful. However, many babies also suffer from sensitive skin which calls for parents to go the extra mile for their little bud, especially when it comes to eczema. This also leads to parents enduring a range of psychological effects, including anxiety and lack of sleep, in a bid to find solutions to provide relief for their precious ones.Â
Eczema is an ongoing skin problem that causes dry, red, itchy skin, with almost one in five children affected by this. In conjunction with Eczema Awareness Month, Buds Organics aims to provide Malaysian parents with the solutions needed for complete organic management of sensitive and dry skin, with a steroid-free and certified organic range of effective and gentle products. This includes two new additions to its Buds Super Soothing Organics range: the Super Soothing Deep Moisturising Cream and Super Soothing Intensive Repair Cream.
The Buds Super Soothing Organics range is developed specifically for babies and kids with severely dry and sensitive skin. The range provides complete care that goes beyond moisturisation and steroid free. The collection now offers a complete range of eczema care products that consumers can choose according to the severity of their child’s skin condition. Therefore, from severe, cracked skin, to itchy rashes and maintenance care after healing, there is a product with the right levels of efficacy for everyone. Formulated for different stages, the winning holistic formula of EASYclearâą + Prebiotic is completed with the following products:
Super Soothing Hydrating Cleanser: for daily cleansing and hydration.Â
Super Soothing Rescue Lotion: for mild eczema, dry and sensitive skin.Â
Super Soothing Deep Moisturising Cream (NEW): for recovering skin which requires daily deep moisturisation with much-needed soothing, protective and preventive abilities for keeping the skin healthy, to prevent flare-ups.Â
Super Soothing Intensive Repair Cream (NEW): for severe eczema and overly irritated skin that needs intensive care and extra relief. This highly effective cream is packed with EASYclearâą + Prebiotic blend to repair and soothe acute, dry, sensitive and irritated skin.Â
Buds Super Soothing Organics range
The EASYclearâą + Prebiotic formulation which features blends of clinically-proven plant actives, is developed on the basis of a complete treatment approach with four essential functions â to calm itchiness and soothe inflammation, to protect the skin from moisture loss and harmful bacteria, to repair and promote skin healing and regeneration, and to prevent future flare-ups by strengthening skin’s health. The star ingredients used in the EASYclearâą + Prebiotic include:
Calms: Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Balloon Vine Extract, Sunflower Oil Concentrate, Aloe Vera Leaf Juice, Shiso Leaf Extract to serve as antihistamine and anti-inflammatory agent and to suppress allergic reaction.Â
Protects: Totarol, Tea Tree Oil, Vitamin E, Olive Oil Extract which act as anti-bacterial agents to protect skin from harmful radicals that can disrupt skin’s healing process. Meanwhile, Organic Jojoba, Organic Sunflower, Shea Butter and Sesame Oil form a protective barrier to prevent moisture loss and excessive water loss.
Repairs: Inca Inchi Oil, Argan Oil and Shea Butter Extract to promote skin recovery regeneration.Â
Prevents: Prebiotic Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide to strengthen skin barrier, stimulate growth of friendly bacteria whilst preventing flare ups.
Additionally, all Buds Organics products are ECOCERT certified and made with natural, plant-derived ingredients with the highest quality, ethically sourced and sustainably farmed ingredients, making it safe for babies and children.
Soo Siew Peng, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Buds Organics expressing her passion behind the launch of the Buds Super Soothing Organics products.
âThe journey of treating sensitive skin for little ones has always been very close to our hearts, as my brotherâs children were born with severe eczema. His research, development, and love for his children to help provide relief for sensitive skin was exactly what led to our very first Buds Organics range in 2004. Today, Buds Organics remains committed to providing the best care and protection for families dealing with dry and sensitive skin for their babies and children. We want to continue giving parents a peace of mind, allowing families to explore the world and spend precious moments together, without the worry of missing out on beautiful memories that will be forever cherished,â said Soo Siew Peng, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Buds Organics.
(L-R) Dr Amir Hamzah (Head of Allergy & Immunology Centre, Pantai Hospital KL) Soo Kian Kheng (Co-Founder and R&D Director of Buds Organics) & Daphne Iking sharing their thoughts and expertise regarding eczema during the launch of Buds Super Soothing Organics products.
In conjunction with Eczema Awareness Month, Buds Organics also had a fashion show to raise awareness on effectively dealing with eczema. Fabrics play a vital role in ensuring the skin is kept comfortable all day long, with natural and breathable fabrics being the go-to option to help minimise skin irritation. Held on 13th October 2022, the fashion show featured kids and their parents walking down the runway dressed in POKOKS apparel. The local apparel brand is known for its take on embracing culture with modern design, using high quality fabrics to help babies and children stay comfortable throughout the day.
An enthralling fashion show presented through a collaboration with Buds Organics & POKOKS to raise awareness on eczema and its triggers.
Buds Organics also hosted a lifestyle photo exhibition of parents with kids affected by eczema, as a way to honour their journeys while breaking the negative stigmas often associated with eczema. This was all part of Buds Organicsâ aim to highlight families living their best, meaningful lives without being held back by sensitive skin-related issues.Â
Celebrating Eczema Awareness Month
Eczema Awareness Month Promotion
Enjoy 50% off Buds Super Soothing Starter Kit with any purchase above RM100 on Buds Organicsâ official website, Shopee Mall, and LazMall.
Get Comfortable with POKOKS
Enjoy RM20 off for The Luna Collection range of luxurious premium cotton pyjamas with discount code BUDS-RM20 at www.pokoks.com.
For more information on Buds Super Soothing Organics, visit budsorganics.co and stay up to date with the latest updates from the Facebook and Instagram pages. To shop for more amazing and sustainable products for your family, check out budsorganics.co/shop/.Â
Shoppers can look forward to arcade and multi-player games, dance to local music hits and win over 100,000 Lendlease Plus$ to offset their shopping purchases.
Singapore, 14 October 2022 â Lendleaseâs first and biggest neon and gamified playspace, Gamebox, is landing at Paya Lebar Quarter (PLQ) Plaza with a thrilling two and a half weeks of fun-filled arcade favourites, multiplayer games, and live heart-pounding beats by local artistes from 21 October to 6 November!
Always pushing the frontiers of shopper engagement, Lendlease is delighted to partner with INVADE â the creator of many iconic events like Artbox and Shilin Night Market Singapore â to launch this exciting one-of-a-kind gaming concept that is sure to capture the hearts of the young and the young-at-heart alike. Levelling up the experience, this adventure sends shoppers on a quest to win over 100,000 Lendlease Plus$ when the objective of each game is achieved. Come join in; may the best player win!
Map of the Base at PLQ Plaza
Base Pass Redemption
Get your joysticks ready and your game play steady! Redeem your complimentary base pass to enjoy free play of five different games by simply shopping at Paya Lebar Quarter, or sign up as a new Lendlease Plus member. Take this chance to battle with your friends and win over 100,000 Lendlease Plus$ at the games.
Hereâs how you can redeem your free base pass to play:
For shoppers, simply spend a minimum of $80 ($60 for Lendlease Plus Members) at Paya Lebar Quarter to redeem the base pass at PLQ Mall Level 4 Concierge.
For those who are not Lendlease Plus Members yet, visit the Lendlease Plus Booth at PLQ Plaza and receive 10,000 Plus$ and a base pass instantly.
For members of the public, fret not, weâve got something for you too! With no minimum spend in a single receipt, redeem one free play at any chosen gaming arena to join in the fun! To join the express queue, simply spend $20 in a single receipt.
Three Arenas & 10 exciting games â including new-to-market games
Hyper Arena
Give your best shot at the 10 games across three fun-tastic gaming zones! Gamebox is debuting four new-to-market Kult-curated games at the Solo Arena â Turbo, Timeout, Froggie, and Gone Fishing. To play, participants get to pick two battles and race against the leaderboard. The Party Arena offers three multiplayer games â FNAKBALL, Go Kart Go!, and Tower Game.
[From Left to Right] Timeout, Froggie, Go Kart Go!
Team up with friends and family for some crazy action-packed games as you head over to the Hyper Arena and play to survive the three arcade favourites â Drum Mania, Bishi Bashi Channel, and Up and Away. Simply hit the objectives of each game to win Lendlease Plus$!
Games Bazaar
[From Left to Right] Shooting Range that is Free Play for All, Complimentary Wooden Gun Making Workshop, Merchandise for sale
Discover a series of interesting finds at the Games Bazaar! With a curated selection of stalls selling gaming-related items and conducting various workshops, add a unique spin to your Gamebox experience here. One of the stalls, LAYANGMAN, known for its old school toy-making expertise, will be offering a free-to-play shooting game for everyone at the Games Bazaar booth. Stand a chance to win exciting prizes when a minimum high score is achieved. For a memorable gaming experience, join in the complimentary 3-pax wooden gun making workshop or simply purchase the ready-to-play wooden guns for some shooting fun!
Jam to Live BeatsÂ
[From Left to Right] @AmanderSings, @Fyrdauzmacbeth, @JoieTan, @leejunweimarcus
Over the weekends, chill out with some live, heart-pounding beats by 11 local artistes. On Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 21 October to 6 November, catch the live musical performances and groove to the beat from 7PM till late. Featuring acts by @AmanderSings, @Fyrdauzmacbeth, @JoieTan, @leejunweimarcus, and many other local favourites, head down to Gamebox with your friends to unwind for the weekend.
Instagram-worthy Photo Opportunities
Kaleidoglobes (Photo for illustration purposes only)
Complementing the fun and games at PLQ Plaza is a visually captivating and photogenic light installation, Kaleidoglobes @ PLQ Parkside, located right across Sims Avenue. Accentuating the neon orbs, PLQ Parkside comes to life in the evening for a perfect Instagram-worthy moment or even a simple evening stroll.
Whatâs more? Stand a chance to win a $100 Lendlease E-Voucher by simply taking a photo of yourself with the Kaleidoglobes, and post it on Instagram with the hashtag #PLQGamebox from 21 October to 6 November!
For some cool shots within the playspace itself, take a picture at the Prism Portal which lights up in various hues of neon streaks as players walk through the 6 metres tunnel. Share your fun moments with us by tagging #PLQGamebox in your social media posts!
Gamebox is open from 12PM â 10PM on Fridays and Saturdays, and 12PM â 9PM on all other days from 21 October to 6 November 2022. Mark your calendars and immerse yourself in Lendleaseâs first and biggest neon and gamified playspace at PLQ Plaza and PLQ Parkside â 10 Paya Lebar Road, PLQ Plaza, Paya Lebar Quarter, Singapore 409057.
Let the games begin; may the odds be ever in your favour.
Petaling Jaya, 07th October 2022 â QSR Trading Sdn Bhd (QSRT) have unveiled their new coconut milk âAyamas Kitchen Santanâ under its ambient brand Ayamas Kitchen. QSR Trading Sdn Bhd (QSRT), is a subsidiary of QSR Brands, the operator of KFC and Pizza Hut in Malaysia.
ââSantanâ, the Malay word for coconut milk, is without a doubt a major staple of many Malaysian dishes, more so during the Ramadan month and Hari Raya. Our goal is to increase our presence in all the major supermarkets by quarter 4 this year, making it convenient for our consumers to obtain their supply of coconut milk at the highest qualityâ said Chan Chong Thye, General Manager, QSR Trading Sdn Bhd.’
âWith the tagline âFresh & Deliciousâ, The Ayamas Kitchen Santan is produced through Ultra High Temperature (UHT) resulting in no requirements of preservatives. It has 20% fat content, and comes with a naturally unique and authentic taste, making it suitable for many types of Malaysian cooking. In addition, the products are cholesterol-free food with no trans fatty acid, as well as highly convenient in terms of storage. Most of all, the product obtained a reputable Halal status from Majelis Ulamak Indonesia (MUI), which is a recognized foreign Halal certification bodies by JAKIM.’
The coconut milk is available in 200ml packs with recommended price of RM2.90 each, and are also sold in cartons of 24 packs. It will be available on shelves in major hypermarkets & supermarkets (in Peninsular Malaysia) as well as online E-Commerce platforms from 15th of October 2022 onwards. For more information, please visit QSRTâs website at www.qsrtrading.com.my or www.qsrtmart.com.my.
Brands on Shopee Mall Drive Loyalty with 100% Authenticity; Marketplace Sellers Retain Shoppers with Personalisation
KUALA LUMPUR, 13 OCTOBER 2022 â Shopee reveals what drives Malaysian consumer loyalty to their favourite brands online in its October 2022 study âWinning Malaysian Loyalty on E-Commerceâ*. For official brands with storefronts on Shopee Mall, repeat purchases are driven by value-added services and guarantees. 87% of Malaysians surveyed prefer Shopee Mall official brands due to 100% guaranteed authentic products, hassle-free returns, and free shipping. The remaining 13% feel rewarded by exclusive product launches and Shopee Brand Memberships.
For all other sellers across the platform, 5 in 10 shoppers repeatedly return to their favourite stores for more than 4 years due to in-app personalization and engaging recommendations. These respondents equated personalised engagements with: 25% loved product recommendations and bundles that fit their needs, 14% trusted in safe and secure packaging, 8% timely chat responses, and 4% personal gift surprises. On the other hand, 49% preferred being rewarded with vouchers and discounts over personalisation.
Kenneth Soh, Head of Marketing Campaigns at Shopee Malaysia.
Kenneth Soh, Head of Marketing Campaigns at Shopee Malaysia said, âItâs encouraging for brands to know that Malaysian consumers are very discerning online and will be loyal to brands that can be trusted. When faced with two similar sellers,6 in 10 customers still choose official Shopee Mall brands because Shopee ensures users receive twice their money back if the products purchased on Shopee Mall are not authentic. Shopee Mall is trusted by over 4,500 partner brands in Malaysia and many of whom are integrating their offerings and campaigns with us to better serve their customers.â
âWe are pleased to see many sellers driving more engagement with higher levels of customer service, winning customer loyalty as a result. We aim to innovate new in-app features that will provide extra added value for all users and a better buying-and-selling experience on Shopee,â Soh added.
When not shopping online, survey respondents indicate that the primary driver of continued in-app engagement is discovering new interests on the platform; 42% surveyed enjoy exploring new products and trends. 36% play games, 14% participate in lucky draws. The remainder watch Shopee Live for entertainment or make donations to their favourite NGOs.
According to the study, Malaysian shoppers do not only purchase the things they need and love from brands they are loyal to, they want to be entertained, connect with others, be inspired, and do so with an ease of mind. It is no surprise therefore that 60% of long-time sellers on the platform (over 5 years) build positive relationships with customers on Shopee through a combination of timely seller support features, market-researched offerings and affiliate networks. For example, 14% use Shopee Chat to cultivate and nurture deeper, more trusting relationships. Since 2019, Shopee Live has also seen sellers launch streams to demonstrate products, answer buyer questions, and get real-time feedback from shoppers.
âWinning Malaysian Loyalty on E-Commerceâ is part of Shopeeâs thought leadership series of year-end consumer and seller trends during big e-commerce campaigns. These data-driven insights allow business owners and brands to retain and reward loyal shoppers online.
Survey Methodology*
The 2022 âWinning Malaysian Loyalty on E-Commerceâ survey was conducted by Shopee Marketplace, between 19 July to 17 August 2022. The biggest marketplace study to date obtained voluntary feedback from over 5,000 Malaysian buyers and sellers.
