Chocolate confectionery company Delfi, which owns the licence to the Van Houten brand in key markets in Asia, has launched Van Houten Vegan series in Indonesia. The range comprises:
Van Houten Vegan Salted Caramel with almonds, vegan caramel and pink Himalayan salt
Van Houten Vegan Almond & Berries with almonds, cranberries, goji berries and pink Himalayan salt
Van Houten Vegan Toasted Coconut Almond with almonds, coconut flakes and a pinch of pink Himalayan salt
What is interesting is Van Houten is calling out ‘vegan’ as the unique selling proposition to attract consumers who are showing an interest in dairy-free option driven by health, ethical and sustainability concerns.
Listen Up Sdn Bhd, the producer of Oatbedient, has recently launched OatLife. The OatLife Oat Drink Barista is described as a creamy and malty oat milk specially developed to satisfy the Asian palate. It also froths easily when steamed, perfect for latte art.Â
Key ingredients are water, oat (11%), rapeseed oil, permitted food stabiliser (dipotassium phosphate, calcium carbonate, tricalcium phosphates) and salt.
Take OatLife 3 times daily to receive the daily recommended intake of 3g of beta-glucans.
The company has also unveiled oat-based instant drink mixes ranging from white coffee, milk tea to chocolate to leverage on the popular plant-based ingredient oat as the unique selling proposition. The range comprises:
(from left) Bryan Hew, Margaret Beales & Patrick Sha at the launch of SKEYNDOR Global Lift
SKEYNDOR Launches V-Shape Lifting Home Care
Kuala Lumpur, 7 Dec 2022 â Unique Aesthetics Sdn Bhd, the sole distributor of Spainâs no. 1 skincare brand SKEYNDOR in Malaysiaintroduced the brand exclusively to media and guests today. SKEYNDOR which has a history of56 years is present in more than 55 countries and is ranked within the top 15 professional cosmetic brands in the world. Â
The Malaysian skincare segment is competitive and fragmented but promises great potential. The beauty industry is estimated to grow by 4% year-on-year, with the skin care segment amounted to RM3,698.5 million in 2019 and expected to garner RM5,928.1 million by 2027, registering a CARG of 8.1% from 2021 to 2027 according to Allied Market Research, an international market research & consumer data consultant.
Patrick Sha, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Unique Aesthetics said the company is truly excited to represent a beauty care pioneer such as SKEYNDOR which leverages on its âScientific Cosmeticsâ ideology in the research and innovation of skincare products using environmentally sustainable ingredients suitable for Asian skin. He is joined by Mr Bryan Hew, Executive Director at the launch.  Â
(second from left) Patrick Sha, Margaret Beales & Bryan Hew at the launch of SKEYNDOR Global Lift
âThrough our market research, one of the top beauty issues in Malaysia is ageing and sagging skin, especially amongst the 40s and above. Owing to busy lifestyles, poor eating habits and negligence of a good skincare regime, the age affected is getting younger. Contrary to popular belief, anti-aging starts from home and not from the clinic or doctor’s office. The key is that a beauty regime needs to be an everyday routine to be effective,â advised Patrick.
Premised on this, Unique Aesthetics rolled out its innovative Global LiftV-Shape Lifting Home Care – a day and night treatment with a lifting effect and firming action to be carried out at home for 15 consecutive days. The home care set aims to address those imperfections that arise in the neck, double chin and neckline areas, conveniently and effectively in the comfort of oneâs home. Hence, improving firmness, elasticity and reduces neck wrinkles are key to these problem areas with the new range.Â
It is found that constantly looking at our mobile devices can lead to sagging in the neck area. âResearch found that this treatment reduces wrinkles by 18% and moreover, 3 hours after application, the skin appears 24% firmer and more revitalised,â enthused Patrick.Â
The productâs special ingredient lies in its anti-ageing technology âProGEN-inâ. The home care product kit comprises three products – the V-Shape Anti-Gravity Serum, the V-Shape Anti-Gravity Cream and the V-Shape contouring mask – all combining to offer benefits including an immediate tightening effect and lifting action, a firming action, defining the facial oval, reducing the volume of the double chin, as well as the wrinkles in this area. For this exclusive launch, a V-Shape Lifting Roller has been included to achieve the best facial results.
Ms Margaret Beales, an international beauty specialist from Spain
At the launch event, Ms Margaret Beales, an international beauty specialist from Spain with over 35 years of beauty and skincare experience, shared insights and tips on the Asian beauty culture and skin health trends.Â
âOur cells will start aging as early as 30 years of age. Early skin care regime will aid in prolonging and maintaining our skinâs health. Sagging skin is also caused by the lack of beauty and medical treatments to stimulate collagen synthesis. When the loss of collagen is greater than the stimulation of new ones, our skin loses its tightness and youthfulness, resulting in loose sagging skin.
âTo achieve optional results with SKEYNDORâs Global Lift, apply the Serum and Cream twice a day, every morning and night. To complete the treatment, apply the V-Shape Mask once a week, after using the Serum and before using the Cream. It is key that the mask remains well attached to the chin for 20 to 25 minutes of exposure,â advised Margaret. Â
Guests at the launch of SKEYNDOR Global Lift
At the event, media, guests, salon owners and beauty influencers were treated to a kaleidoscopic showcase of skincare insights including techniques on face yoga, exciting game activities, scrumptious fine dining and exclusive SKEYNDOR product sets.
SKEYNDOR products can be purchased online at https://skeyndor.com.myor through its authorised beauty salons.Â
Established in 2013 by Co-Founder, Executive Director Bryan Hew and Patrick Sha. Â
The companyâs philosophy is built on the foundation of enterprising spirit and innovation within the beauty care arena, focussing on distribution of quality skin, body and spa care products to the professional sector comprising beauty salons, day spas and hotel resort operators.
Mikael Jasin has witnessed the transformative power of coffee and is determined to elevate Kenangan Coffeeâs beans and unique blendsÂ
Kuala Lumpur, 8 December 2022 â At a recent media event, Kenangan Coffee held an up close and personal session with Mikael Jasin, Kopi Kenanganâs Head of Coffee to showcase the brandâs differentiation strategy. An exclusive coffee demo was conducted to preview the techniques used to maintain top-notch quality through its top-of-the-line coffee machines, high-grade raw materials and the detailed process that goes into making a perfect cup of coffee.
Mikael Jasin, Kopi Kenangan Head of Coffee
Possessing a background in Psychology and Marketing, Mikael ventured into the industry for his love of coffee and his passion to learn more about coffee-making techniques, participating in barista competitions as well as working closely with local farmers to improve the growth in coffee quality. Mikaelâs excellent track record in national and world competitions has made him the current World’s 7th Best Barista (2021), as well as, Indonesian Barista Champion (2019 & 2020). After winning 4th place in the World Barista Championship Boston 2019, Kenangan Coffee appointed Mikael as its Head of Coffee to procure and innovate blends from various Indonesian regions that are unique to the brand and its offerings. Besides this, he is in charge of product development, which includes being involved in presenting a new menu and exploring coffee farms in Indonesia to curate the best coffee beans and experiences for their consumers. He also adds value by training and consulting baristas for the brand. To date, Kopi Kenangan has more than 2,300 certified baristas who graduated from the Kenangan Academy in Indonesia.
Mikael Jasin, Kopi Kenangan Head of Coffee said, âMy goal is to always share Indonesiaâs culture through our coffee beans as we are one of the best coffee producers in the world. As an ethical brand that focuses on providing value to our stakeholders, I am committed to sourcing ingredients and goods from Indonesia to elevate the lives of our farmers and our people. Our well-trained baristas use good quality ingredients to bring a taste of our origins here in Malaysia. We released the new beans on the Bumi Flores beans and this is a coffee blend that I have specially curated for Kopi Kenangan. Bumi means âlandâ in Indonesia and it represents a classic Indonesian taste profile. The Bumi Flores beans are locally sourced from farmers in Bumi Flores, East Nusa Tenggara, and have characteristic notes of brown sugar, warming spice and dried orange. Other coffee beans that I have also curated are single-origin beans, such as the Malabar and Solok beans.â
âBesides producing our best coffee beans, we use the best-in-class coffee machines such as the Black Eagle Maverick by Victoria Arduino to maintain the coffee quality we serve our customers. The specific feature that elevates the coffee-making process is called âPure Brew,â which is designed to broaden the range of coffee extraction. The machineâs variable flow rate and temperature capabilities allow us to create low-pressure extraction recipes with different grind sizes, doses and ratios for cups described as âmore syrupy and full-bodiedâ than manual pour-over, but also quite distinct from the traditional espresso. This paves the way for Malaysians to enjoy the coffee that suits their taste buds. What is unique about Kenangan Coffee is that it caters to all types of customers; from coffee enthusiasts who enjoy pure brews using the Bumi Flores beans, to those who are looking to unwind and enjoy milk-based coffee series like our signature Kenangan Latte, which has a distinctive taste, the smokiness of gula aren and the boldness of the coffee, and for non-coffee drinkers who can indulge in a cup of Avocado milk. Kenangan Cofee is indeed a place for everyone and is on the path to being the most-loved consumer brand in Malaysia and Southeast Asia,â added Mikael.
Kenangan Coffee has opened five stores within Klang Valley at Suria KLCC, MyTown Cheras, Pavilion KL, NU Sentral KL and Sunway Pyramid PJ. The brand also introduced its beloved signature drinks, Kenangan Latte and Avocado Coffee, as well as a wide range of other coffee selections at its stores. The price per cup starts from RM5.90 and is at a sweet price point in line with its brand promise of making quality coffee available at affordable prices.
Thursday 08 December 2022 – GrabFood, a leading food delivery platform, presents an extraordinary year-end dining experience for foodies, “#GrabThumbsUp x Michelin Challenge – Memorable Thai Taste,” in celebration of The 2023 Michelin Guide Thailand. Stand a chance for a free exclusive dinner presented by the two renowned Michelin Star chefs, Chef Pichaya “Pam” Soontornyanakij and Chef ThiTid “Ton” Tassanakajohn, limited at 30 prizes (2 seats per prize) with special unlocked discounts of up to THB 1,200* when ordering menus from the Michelin Guide Thailand restaurants on GrabFood as specified. Foodies can now enjoy the fun from now until the end of the year.
Chantsuda Thananitayaudom, Senior Director, Commercial & Marketing, Grab Thailand, said “To reinforce our position as a food trendsetter, curated by foodies for foodies, #GrabThumbsUp presents the special year-end activity with two renowned Michelin Star chefs to provide the exclusive dining experience for Grab users. Just by collecting the specified number of times and the total amount of food orders from the Michelin Guide Thailand restaurants, users can stand a chance to win a two-stackable discount! First, receive a 20% discount of up to THB 400 from #GrabThumbsUp restaurants when ordering menus from the Michelin Guide Thailand restaurants at a minimum of THB 500 for three times. Second, receive a 20% discount of up to THB 800 when ordering menus from the Michelin Guide Thailand restaurants at a minimum of THB 500 for six times.”
“Special! GrabFood users can also stand a chance to win the exclusive dining experience presented by two renowned Chefs from Potong and Nusara when ordering menus from the Michelin Guide Thailand restaurants at a minimum of THB 500 for 12 times.** Come join this exclusive activity today until December 31, 2022. Visit the Grab application for more information,” added Chantsuda.
*Up to THB 1,200 discount can be redeemed per the total orders collected as specified
**Eligible for the first 30 participants who meet all specified conditions. Receive a dining experience at Nusara on February 4, 2023, or Potong on February 17, 2023. Winners will be contacted to confirm their eligibility. All conditions are subject to change as the company deems appropriate.
MOS Low Yen Ling with EXSA 2022 Superstar Award Winner Teo Ah Herr Henry from Soup Restaurant Group Limited
Singapore, 8 December 2022 – This afternoon, the nation saluted its dedicated F&B workforce and presented the top accolade of Superstar to one of six finalists at the Excellent Service Award (EXSA) 2022, organised by the Restaurant Association of Singapore (RAS). At the same event, winners from a total of 36 companies were also honoured with the Excellent Service Award (EXSA).
Opening address by Ms Low Yen Ling, Minister of State, Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth & Ministry of Trade and Industry at EXSA 2022
The proud occasion held at the NTUC Centre Auditorium, One Marina Boulevard, was graced by the presence of Guest-of-Honour, Ms Low Yen Ling, Minister of State, Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth & Ministry of Trade and Industry. More than 500 guests were present to witness the memorable event.
Opening address by Andrew Kwan, President, Restaurant Association of Singapore, at EXSA 2022
The winner and finalists under the Superstar category were recognised for their outstanding work and for having gone beyond the call of duty to deliver exceptional service and create memorable experiences for their diners and customers.
They are shiny examples of excellent frontline service crew who are often also the restaurantâs brand ambassador and the face of the restaurant. The Award seeks to inspire excellence in the service industry by identifying role models and recognising their efforts. It is hoped that their exemplary performance will inspire their fellow service crew and new recruits alike to scale newer heights and encourage more Singaporeans to join the service industry.   Â
Excellent Service Award recipient, ABR HOLDINGS LTD, at EXSA 2022
Launched in 1994, the EXSA is a national award that recognises individuals who deliver quality service. It seeks to develop service models for staff to emulate and to create service champions. Organisations participating in EXSA are committed to achieve service excellence.
MOS Low Yen Ling with Excellent Service Award recipient, PU TIEN RESTAURANT PTE LTD, at EXSA 2022
EXSA 2022 honours 1792 recipients from 36 companies, comprising 405 Star, 513 Gold and 874 Silver award recipients. A total of 6 finalists were selected from the 405 Star Award recipients for the EXSA Superstar category. The entries were professionally evaluated by a panel of judges comprising industrial-organisational psychologist, restaurateur and experienced customer service professionals.
MOS Low Yen Ling with Excellent Service Award recipient, GRATIFY GROUP PTE. LTD., at EXSA 2022
Superstar category Winner and Finalists
Teo Ah Herr Henry – Winner – Soup Restaurant Group Limited
Launched in 1994, the Excellent Service Award or EXSA is a national award that recognises individuals who have delivered quality service. It seeks to develop service models for staff to emulate and to create service champions.    EXSA is managed by six industry lead bodies â Association of Singapore Attractions, The Association of Banks in Singapore, Singapore Hotel Association, Land Transport Authority, Singapore Retailers Association and Restaurant Association of Singapore.   Â
About Restaurant Association of Singapore (RAS)Â
As the pioneer and largest F&B Association in Singapore, Restaurant Association of Singapore has more than 500 members, representing close to 800 brands that operate more than 5,000 outlets. Our members comprise a good mix of business models such as restaurants, caterers, fast foods and food courts, with various cuisine types, thus providing a wholesome view and opinion, with the common goal to propel the industry forward.   Â
Since 1980, RAS has acted as a collective voice for the F&B industry and strives to advance the industry through various platforms such as bridging closer working relationships between businesses and government agencies, networking events for members, recognition and awards platforms and administering programmes to drive business success.
The topic of plant-based food alternatives has taken centre stage at the recent 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 27), as the global food system is responsible for over 30% of greenhouse gas emissions, and 57% of these are derived from the processing of meat, dairy products and crops for animal feed. Hence, shifting to a plant-based diet is a positive action to fight against climate change.
Present at the launch event was Mr Raj Kumar R G Sheth, President of the Malaysian Vegetarian Society, which will be focusing on outreach and raising awareness on plant-based eating; while consultant dietitian Ms Indra Balaratnam shared key insights into healthy eating.
âNutrition is one of the elements of the wellness spectrum. However, most of us neglect having balanced meals due to our busy lifestyles and lack of discipline. Â Statistics show that 1 in 2 adults are overweight or obese, 3 in 10 adults have high blood pressure; and heart disease remains the top killer of Malaysians[1],â said Indra.
âIt is well proven that eating a diet abundant of plant-based foods positively benefits our health by lowering the risk of developing coronary heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes, and increasing life expectancy,â explained Indra.
For more information about #HGEatGoodChallenge, please visit http://www.harvestgourmet.my/whatsnew-tips. Weekly prizes await and the top three participants will walk away with prizes such as the Apple Watch Ultra, Apple Watch SE and Apple Airpods.
[1] Institute for Public Health 2020. National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) 2019: Non-communicable diseases, healthcare demand, and health literacyâKey Findings
Location: Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza (Booth opening hours: 1pm â 10pm)
To celebrate the festive season, the official White Rabbit creamy candy brand has put together a wide range of Christmas gift sets that feature brand new official merchandise! You can find their Instagram-worthy booth at the Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza.
Looking for a Christmas gift for your significant other? With a matching pair of delightful enamel cups and cute tote bags, White Rabbitâs Couples gift set is the perfect gift for those looking to âtwinâ with that someone special.
WR Basic gift set
Of course, there is something for the kids too: Pick up the Too Cool For School gift set, which contains all the perfect essentials for the new school year, like a tote bag, foldable umbrella, tumbler and brooch. Other gift sets of various sizes and items are available as well, so head down to visit the booth soon!
Mr. Isorasak Thesratanavong, Director and CEO of AIG Insurance (Thailand) Public Company Limited and Mr.Veeradej Akkarapolpanich, Senior Executive Vice President of Counter Service Company are pleased to announce that customers can now purchase AIG PA microinsurance 24/7 through 7-Eleven stores nationwide.
AIG PA microinsurance is designed to make essential financial protection affordable and accessible to all Thais, regardless of their income or location. With easy access from all 7-Eleven stores, customers can purchase cover for accidental death, dismemberment, permanent total disability, public accidents and funeral expenses for death caused by sickness or accident. This quick and efficient service enables customers to receive their insurance certificate on the spot as soon as they make payment via Counter Service for their cover, which will become effective the following day.
8 December 2022, Kuala Lumpur â As the holiday season approaches, Lazadaâs 12.12 All-Out Year-End Sale from 12 to 14 December will present irresistible offers, rewards and deals from participating brands and sellers.
Avid bargain hunters can look forward to stretching their Ringgit with thousands of All-Out deals from 12AM to 2AM and 12PM and 2PM throughout the three-day sale and tons of LazFlash items with up to 90% off. There will also be Crazy Deals of RM0.12 and RM12.12 deals up for grabs. On top of that, shoppers who check out using the Touch ‘n Go eWallet will receive RM1 off* their total purchase amount with a minimum spend of only RM10. Whatâs more, everyoneâs favourite Free Shipping vouchers with no minimum spend* will be replenished hourly and vouchers can be collected through either the Lucky Egg, by signing up for Voucher Club or by clicking on the Free Shipping icon on the Lazada app homepage.
Lazada has also introduced LazPayLater for eligible users to offer flexible payment terms with a 0% interest rate* and an instalment plan of up to 12 months. Eligible users will need to sign up for LazPayLater and receive approval before being able to make a purchase using this method.
All-Out Balloon Voucher Drop Launch – Anis Yusof, Head of Government Affairs, Darren Rajaratnam, COO, and Liew Mun Tip, Head of Branding from Lazada Malaysia
âThis 12.12, we look forward to bringing Malaysians an avenue to go all-out to shop for a wide assortment of holiday necessities from party outfits to makeup products, gifts and more from well-known brands and homegrown businesses at amazing prices on Lazada. Coupled with our engaging Shoppertainment content, fun offline-to-online shopping activities, and seamless online shopping experience, consumers can enjoy more shared moments with beloved family and friends this year-end,â shared Darren Rajaratnam, Chief Operating Officer, Lazada Malaysia.
Lazada paints the town blue and pink with 12.12 All-Out Balloon Voucher Drop, Lazzie Hunt, and Mesti Beli deals
A series of exciting activities have been lined up for Lazadaâs 12.12 All-Out Year-End Sale, starting with the â12.12 All-Out Balloon Voucher Dropâ popping by several locations nationwide – from Klang Valley, Genting Highlands, Penang to Johor – between 8 to 11 December.
The first balloon drop was held at Publika Shopping Gallery on 8 December, engaging more than 500 mall-goers that had fun trying to win prizes and popping the balloons with vouchers inside. Shoppers can drop by the balloon drops venues to witness the âballoon rainâ and grab over RM45,000 worth of Lazada vouchers, seller vouchers, and more for their 12.12 purchases.
In addition, Lazada will take its signature blue and pink hues above the clouds at Genting Highlands. On 9 December, shoppers can visit Lazadaâs roadshow at Sky Avenue, Resorts World Genting to take quick snippets of the curated Mesti Beli deals at 12.12 Sale pricing on the app, which they can purchase and collect on the spot*. Shoppers can also purchase sample-sized products at the roadshow via Lazadaâs Try & Buy feature before buying the full-sized items during the 12.12 Sale with extra discounts.
The biggest physical Lazzie Hunt will happen on 9 December at Skytropolis, SkyAvenue, where members of the public can collect Lazzies in exchange for delightful rewards sponsored by notable brands like Gintell, Fitness Concept, Grand Atelier, and Trapo. That same day, all Lazada users can redeem free rides at Skytropolis too with a few simple steps*!
If you arenât able to make your way up to Genting Highlands, fret not. From now till 19 December, you can still earn rewards through Lazadaâs in-app game – Lazzie Huntâs daily missions by collecting Lazzie characters in a variety of ways, such as scanning the QR codes on either the Lazada parcels or at selected CIMB Bank and Maxis outlets. These Lazzies can then be redeemed for attractive rewards, including Wallet Rebate, LazCoins, Free Shipping vouchers, Lazada Bonus, and branded prizes sponsored by notable brands.
Chup Dulu: Pay 10% deposit to reserve the best 12.12 deals
This 12.12, Lazadaâs pre-sale feature, Chup Dulu unveils many more exclusive deals from renowned homegrown and international brands. Shoppers can simply reserve their favourite deals via the Lazada app starting from now till 11 December by placing a non-refundable 10% deposit and checking out the remaining amount on 12 December from 2AM onwards. Items will be shipped out upon full payment.
Lazada Bonus: RM8 off for every RM80 purchase*
From 12 to 14 December, the purchase of products featuring the Lazada Bonus badge will receive a discount of RM8 for every RM80 spent. Lazada Bonus vouchers can be collected between 7 to 14 December and stacked with other vouchers to maximize savings.
Lazada 12.12 All-Out Year-End Party: Tune in and be rewarded with great prizes
The special 12.12 livestream party on 11 December, 10PM to 2AM will feature the best fashion and beauty deals. The public can tune in to the Lazada 12.12 All-Out Year-End Party on LazLive and Lazadaâs official social media channels to catch tips and tricks from experts on how to glam up for year-end gatherings and win prizes like RM50,000 worth of vouchers or even an Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max.
LazCoins: Up to 60% Coins Cashback Rewards
Make every Ringgit count â the more you shop, the more LazCoins Cashback you can earn. From 12 to 14 December, get up to 60% LazCoins cashback rewards* with no minimum spend*. The first 100 successful payments from 12AM to 2AM daily between 12 to 14 December will be entitled to receive 1000 LazCoins cashback rewards* with a minimum spend of RM300.
Lazada users will also be rewarded with LazCoins when they complete their daily LazCoins mission and add their favourite items to the cart between now till 6 December.
Crazy Brand Mega Offer, Surprise Box, Christmas Gift for Him/Her & Year-End Stock Clearance Sale: Exciting discounts from your favourite LazMall brands
During this 12.12 Sale, LazMall, Lazada’s authenticity-guaranteed brand destination, continues to bring in the most attractive Crazy Brand Mega Offers with up to 80% off between 12AM to 2AM on 12 December. If you missed the midnight discount galore, you can still take advantage of Brand Mega Offers that will last till 14 December, where you can enjoy discounts of up to 70% on your favourite LazMall brands. In addition, there will also be Surprise Boxes, Christmas Gifts for Him/Her, Year-End Stock Clearance Sales and more to help you spend your Ringgit wisely.
For more information on the Lazada 12.12 All-Out Year-End Sale, please download the Lazada mobile app and follow Lazada Malaysia on Facebook @LazadaMalaysia, Instagram @lazada_my, Twitter @LazadaMY and YouTube.
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