AJE Thai has introduced a new carbonated soft drink in Thailand, inspired by its South American heritage with an Açaí Berry flavour. The drink features a striking purple hue and is now available at 7‑Eleven outlets nationwide.
Sunshine Dairy in Thailand has teamed up with Bangkok’s craft ice cream brand, Guss Damn Good, celebrated for its inventive flavours and artisanal touch. The collaboration brings Guss’s signature ice cream inspirations into a fresh milk format. Now available at 7‑Eleven, the pasteurised milk comes in two flavours: Cookies Sauce Froyo and English Toffee.
Dutch Mill in Thailand has recently introduced a new yogurt drink under the ‘Mild’ concept, designed to convey a light and refreshing experience. With just 2 grams of sugar and 0% fat, the drink is positioned as a new‑generation ready‑to‑drink yogurt that is smooth, delicious and well‑balanced. Dutch Mill Mild is offered in two flavours: strawberry and mixed fruit & vegetable.
This yogurt drink is obviously designed to tackle consumer pain points, including the common perception that yogurt beverages are too thick, overly sweet and not refreshing.
Bungkus Kaw Kaw, famous for strong, full-flavoured traditional foods & beverages, has recently introduced its own line of retail coffee and milk tea products, following industry rivals in tapping into the growing at‑home consumption trend.
The all-new Kaw Kaw Moment 3-in-1 is available in four exciting flavours – Kopi, Kopi Lo, Kopi O Kosong and Teh Tarik. Kopi Lo is a rich fusion of coffee and chocolate, perfectly blended for an indulgent treat that reimagines Malaysia’s beloved coffee culture.
Expanding into retail gives foodservice operators a powerful chance to disrupt the market by offering their signature or best‑selling beverages in packaged formats. Moreover, foodservice operators, through constant innovation, can readily test the market — significantly shortening the innovation timeline and boosting the likelihood of success.
Indonesia’s Indofood CBP Sukses Makmur has capped off its 2025 innovations with the launch of two locally inspired spicy Pop Mie cup noodle flavours. The Grenade Meatballs (Baso Granat) and Lava Curry (Kari Lava) variants deliver intense heat, featuring chewy noodles paired with jumbo meatballs and real sliced chili.
Malaysia’s Heal Nutrition has expanded its flavour lineup of its creatine supplement with the launch of the Salty Lychee flavour. The new Heal Creatine Monohydrate Mix is formulated to enhance strength and performance, support faster recovery, and fit seamlessly into daily workouts and active lifestyles. The company first debuted its creatine series in early 2025.
Creatine is the active ingredient to watch because it is one of the most researched supplements, with proven benefits for muscle performance and recovery. We look forward to the day when local producers begin introducing creatine beverages in convenient ready‑to‑drink formats
F&N Malaysia has introduced Sunkist Orange Yoghurt ice cream, crafted with real orange juice and a creamy yogurt flavor. In Singapore, the Sunkist Yoghurt Creamsicle with probiotics was launched in September 2025. The latest guilt‑free indulgence by Sunkist in Malaysia is rich in vitamin C and is available at Aeon Big, Aeon and Giant.
Fitmeup Relax, the functional botanical drink of Indonesia’s Akasha Wira International, now has a new packaging makeover. The new packaging gives the functional relaxation beverage a stronger stronger visual impact, reinforcing its positioning as a go‑to relaxation drink.
Fitmeup Relax (160ml) combines peach and chamomile extract with magnesium, L‑theanine, L‑tryptophan and vitamins B6 and B7.
Fitmeup Relax is now available exclusively at Alfamart.
Mondelēz Thailand has introduced TIGO, a playful new biscuit brand featuring a tiger mascot. The biscuits, shaped like tigers, are available in chocolate and strawberry flavours. Positioned to bring fresh excitement to the biscuit category, TIGO’s tiger character embodies vibrant personality and joy. In other markets, the brand is known simply as Tiger.
PENANG, 16 DEC – FoodPreneur Expo 2025, powered by Foodicious Sdn. Bhd., officially opened its doors today at Setia SPICE Convention Centre, Penang. The inaugural event was officiated by the Chief Minister of Penang, YAB Tuan Chow Kon Yeow, accompanied by YB Joseph Ng Soon Siang, ADUN Air Itam and CEO of Foodicious Sdn Bhd, Aleex Quah, along with distinguished VIP guests.
Recognised as Southeast Asia’s first dedicated F&B entrepreneurship expo, FoodPreneur Expo 2025 marks a new milestone for Malaysia’s food and beverage landscape. The expo aims to empower aspiring and established foodpreneurs through knowledge-sharing, business matching, and access to regional and international opportunities.
Held from 16 to 18 December, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM at Ballroom 4, Setia SPICE Convention Centre – Penang, the three-day exhibition brings together SMEs, startups, OEM manufacturers, franchise providers, investors, and service enablers under one roof.
In conjunction with the opening, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Foodicious Sdn. Bhd. and two international partners — Zhong Tou Meng and Guizhou Hejiang Culture Media Co., Ltd. from the People’s Republic of China — reinforcing cross-border collaboration and future initiatives in F&B entrepreneurship.
Chief Minister of Penang, YAB Tuan Chow Kon Yeow, said:
“That is why FoodPreneur Expo, together with the FoodPreneur Global Summit and FoodPreneur LAB, is so important to Penang. In one platform, it brings together food ideas, business models such as franchising and OEM, industry leaders sharing real experiences, and practical support from government agencies, banks, and business experts. This is how creativity is translated into viable businesses and how a complete ecosystem is built. And I sincerely hope this will also have a spillover effect all over the northern region.”
CEO of Foodicious Sdn. Bhd., Aleex Quah, also added in his speech:
“FoodPreneur is about start small, dreaming big. This Expo is more than just business models — it’s a community of creators, innovators, and bold entrepreneurs. Remember: behind every foodpreneur is a spark — the belief that food can connect, inspire, and create opportunities.”
The FoodPreneur Global Summit 2025, held today at Ballroom 3, brought together well-known industry leaders to share experiences and guidance based on three themes: Passion, Opportunities, and Growth. Speakers include Datuk Chef Wan, Zenda Ng (HWC Coffee Malaysia), Dr Jeff Lim Chee Lip (Luckin Coffee Malaysia), Nor Arieni Adriena (Gula Cakery), and other invited experts.
Another key highlight is the Growth Forum, featuring speakers from MATRADE, JAKIM, PERNAS, Penang Halal International, and Maybank Islamic Berhad, who shared insights on halal, franchise development, trade access, and various government support programmes. In addition, the Opportunities & Tech Talk forums will also take place throughout the day.
In the expo hall from 16 to 18 December, visitors can explore the Halal Pavilion in Ballroom 4 — a dedicated area focused on halal business opportunities, certification pathways, and access to international halal markets.
Alongside this, the FoodPreneur LAB connects entrepreneurs with essential support services, including financial institutions, business development partners, and OEM manufacturers, helping them move forward in their business journey.
This year’s expo also features 42 brands from Malaysia, Poland, China and Thailand, occupying 55 booths across the exhibition hall, offering visitors a diverse showcase of products, services, and business solutions.
FoodPreneur Expo 2025 is expected to welcome over 8,000 visitors, further strengthening its position as a key platform for business networking, F&B innovation, and industry collaboration.
