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Papa Day Pop-up at WIP On The Park

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Tan Heng Hong
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WIP On The Park is welcoming families to celebrate Father’s Day browsing the wares of local vendors this Sunday, June 19. From 12pm to 9pm, a line-up of homegrown brands will be featuring their sustainability focused products at a very special Papa Day Pop-Up sale at Marc Residence.

Participating brands include Dia, which curates artisanal handmade gifts and fashion products, Unplug, the ultimate online eco shop in Malaysia, Kualesa’s sustainable bamboo lyocell apparel, and Haus of Rami, the sustainable 100% hemp shirtmaker.

The first 100 visitors to make vendor purchases will enjoy a 10% discount on à la carte orders at WIP On The Park. Patrons to WIP On The Park will also enjoy discounts and promotions by pop-up vendors. Finally, Mister Rodrigo and Roshan from Laksa Records will be serving up fresh beats throughout the event.

To stay up to date on this and other exciting events, visit WIP On The Park’s Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/wiponthepark 

ABOUT WIP

From its beginnings as a Work In Progress to a landmark lifestyle destination, WIP is now Whipped Into Place, and has firmly established itself as a polished diamond glittering in the dining landscape of Kuala Lumpur. Located at the prominent BSC and Marc Residence, the urban tropic garden is THE place to hang out and unwind.

Cosmopolitan cuisine is the direction of WIP’s menu. With inspiration from different continents, the food is prepared with the best and most fresh of ingredients. It is an innovative and creative menu that will surely cater to a wide variety of tastebuds and please any palate. Lovers of innovative beverages will surely rub their hands in glee with resident mixologists creating liquid perfection before your very eyes at the uniquely shaped Clam Bar. A delectable selection of signature cocktails like Mojitos and Martinis, are available to quench your thirst, as are fine whiskies, boutique liquors, premium beers, champagnes, and wine. 

WIP On The Park

Marc Residence, 

No. 3, Jalan Pinang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur

t : 012 210 3055 

e : onthepark@wip.com.my 

w : www.wip.com.my 

Mahsuri Korean Style Garlic Flavoured Sauce makes K-food easy to make at home

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Tan Heng Hong
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Mahsuri, the sauce range by Lee Kum Kee targeting the Malay market, has launched Korean Style Garlic Flavoured Sauce to tap into the huge opportunities for halal Korean sauces and seasonings. Consumers can now use the new Mahsuri Korean Style Garlic Flavoured Sauce to make their favourite Korean style chicken at home.

We have seen the growing number of locally-made, halal-certified Korean sauces in Malaysia to address the growing popularity of K-food among the Malay population. Big brands such as Adabi and Mamee have jumped into the game with the launch of Adabi Sos Korea Adabi in 2019 and Mamee Daebak Korean sauces. Daebak is a brand co-created between Mamee-Double Decker and South Korea’s Shinsegae Food.

Sesamilk available at NGO Grocer, Go Meat-Free in Malaysia

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Tan Heng Hong
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Image by Sesamilk

Sesamilk from Thailand is now available at NGO Grocer and BMS Organic in Malaysia. This shelf stable sesame milk is suitable for consumers who are allergic to dairy milk. The drink is also vegan and keto friendly. It is a rich source of vitamin B6, E, calcium, magnesium and zinc plus it is halal certified.

Sesamilk is also available on gomeatfree.net and vmart.my.

We have seen neighbouring countries such as Thailand and Vietnam exporting their plant-based milk including soy, sesame, almond and walnut into Malaysia, a sign that the Malaysian market is ripe for more plant-based alternatives.

CP-Meiji brings Japan to its culture drinking yogurt with sakura and lychee flavours

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Tan Heng Hong
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CP–Meiji has launched a new culture drinking yogurt in Thailand with the combination of sakura and lychee flavours. This Japanese-inspired culture drinking yogurt comes in a 155ml bottle is available at 7-Eleven stores in Thailand. It is free from cholesterol and fat. 

Boncafe unveils new flagship store

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Tan Heng Hong
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Boncafe (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Chief Executive Officer Usapun Inteevorawong recently presided over the launch of the newly renovated “Boncafe Flaship Store” under the concept “Next B Journey”. He was joined by Pascal Héritier; Chief Operating Officer, Massimo Zanetti Beverage, Joe Mohan; Group CEO ASEAN & MENA, Boncafe International Pte Ltd., , and Lalana Kongtoranin, the first coffee brand presenter.

Revamped Ratchada outlet embraces “Next B Journey” as its core concept

10 June 2022 – Boncafe (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Chief Executive Officer Usapun Inteevorawong recently presided over the launch of the newly renovated “Boncafe Flaship Store” under the concept “Next B Journey”. He was joined by Pascal Héritier; Chief Operating Officer, Massimo Zanetti Beverage, Joe Mohan; Group CEO ASEAN & MENA, Boncafe International Pte Ltd., , and Lalana Kongtoranin, the first coffee brand presenter.

The revamped showroom highlights “Operational Excellence” standard sales and services. At Boncafe flagship store, coffee enthusiasts have opportunities to assimilate knowledge and exchange tips on coffee shop operations courtesy of the Boncafe Academy, a learning and training centre that offers entrepreneurs key coffee making classes.

At the opening, Craze Cafe Specialty Bar was announced as the pioneering model for Specialty Bar Cafés, a concept that has become increasingly popular in Thailand. Craze Cafe Specialty Bar offers coffee lovers freshly brewed coffees of single origin brands from over 10 farms. The range includes the rare and limited “Yellow Dry 336 Live Specialty Farm”, ranked 6th in the Green Bean Awards in the Honey Process category of the Thai Specialty Coffee Awards 2021. Craze Cafe Specialty Bar will open soon.

“Boncafe first shared its 4B strategy with the public two years ago,” comments Usapun Inteevorawong, Chief Officer Executive, Boncafe (Thailand). “Be Closer is one of our ways of reaching our customers. The opening of the flagship store emphatically testifies to our endeavour and readiness. We would like the Flagship Store to be a space for coffee lovers to enjoy their favourite brews at pocket-friendly prices every day. Small and medium size enterprise operators have the chance to experience a workable coffee model and learn more by immersing in Craze Cafe Specialty Bar featuring Slow Bar and Speed Bar. It’s all part of giving customers hands on experiences.”

Surprises are upcoming at Boncafe Thailand Fanpage. Visit Boncafe now at Muangthai Patara Building, G Floor, Bangkok from Monday – Sunday during 09.00 – 18.00 hours except pubilc holidays. For more information please call 02 693 2570 ext. 332-334

Jack ‘n Jill Lausanne Two-Tone range now comes in Korean Strawberry and Milk flavour

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Tan Heng Hong
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URC (Thailand) has added Korean Strawberry and Milk under the Jack ‘n Jill Lausanne Two-Tone range. Lausanne is now the number one brand in the uncoated wafer category in the convenience store channel in Thailand. The new wafer is available in a 70g pack selling at THB 23 at 7-Eleven store nationwide. Two-Tone is a perfect blend of two indulgent flavors matched with crispy wafer for one pleasurable bite.

BJC releases new dessert-inspired snacks under Party brand

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Tan Heng Hong
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BJC has launched new dessert-inspired flavours under its Party sweet potato-based snack brand in Thailand to better engage with its teenage consumer base. The snack brand is tapping into the trend of young consumers trying new menus at cafes to come up with three products inspired by desserts and beverages in cafes such as Lemon Cheesecake, Pink Milk Bingsu and Caramel Latte.

SOULed OUT Ampang finds a new home in KL’s Golden Triangle

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Tan Heng Hong
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June 2022 – After more than a decade of serving up SO Lip Smacking food and SO Thirst Quenching drinks to those looking for a place to call home in the heart of the city, SOULed OUT Ampang has relocated and is looking to bring even more soul to its new venue. The restaurant-bar recently reopened its doors at The Linc on Jalan Tun Razak to welcome back patrons old and new.

“It’s been such a great journey especially because we’ve met so many amazing people, made so many great friends and have been able to create special moments for them. At our new venue, in the heart of KL’s golden triangle, we’re back in full swing and are looking forward to delivering a whole new level of comfort and warmth expected from the SOULed OUT brand for the next 10 years and beyond,” commented Adrian Low, who is more affectionately known as ‘Milo’, franchise owner of SOULed Out Ampang.

“We also see the move creating fresh and exciting new opportunities, as we have always envisioned SOULed OUT Ampang to be a home away from home for everyone, and we hope to advance our ongoing mission to bring excellent yet affordable SOULed OUT F&B and service to our patrons,” Milo concluded.

In addition to the cosy neighbourhood vibe expected from the brand, SOULed OUT Ampang’s new design takes a page from SOULed OUT outlets in Sri Hartamas, Bangsar South and Kota Kinabalu, but goes on to truly redefine al fresco dining. Taking advantage of Malaysia’s weather, the new venue features an abundance of al fresco options with almost two full floors of breezy and spacious seating alongside an open-air bar area, yet fully shielded from the elements.

Mutton Mantao

The SO Lip Smacking international and local classics which make SOULed OUT a household name, will of course make a return at the new venue, but SOULed OUT Ampang will also feature offerings by the Queen of Spice herself, celebrity chef, author and TV host Sapna Anand. From regional specialities including Kerala Style Fish in Banana Leaf  (RM40++) and Malabar Prawn Curry  (RM38++), to her own tasty innovations such as the Mutton Mantao (RM22++) and Goan Prawn Tortillas (RM28++), even ubiquitous favourites including Chicken Tikka Masala (RM26++) and vegetarian options like Paneer Steaks in Spinach Sauce (RM30++), Sapna’s contributions to what is already an extensive menu catering to all tastes will elevate it to an entirely new level of quality and choice.

Kerala Style Fish in Banana Leaf

Beverage promotions will also be returning with a vengeance at the new venue. A new wine of the month, the Whistling Duck will be offering varieties of Cabernet, Merlot, Semillon, and Sauvignon Blanc at RM26++ per glass and RM119++ per bottle to celebrate the return of SOULed OUT Ampang. In addition, there will be whisky promotions on 12-year-old Glendronach (RM490++), Balvenie (RM490++) and Singleton (RM430++) bottles as well as Johnnie Walker Black Label/Black Sherry (RM390++) bottles. Gin lovers can reignite their love affair with Hendrick’s (RM390++), Tanqueray (RM350++) and Bulldog (RM290++) thanks to significant discounts, while beer-ologist can enjoy any combination of 3 pints or 5 mugs of Guinness, Heineken or Tiger (RM68++) all day long. Patrons who have been pining for refreshing SOULed OUT mojitos will be excited to discover that in addition to The Classic, the current Mojito Trio promotion (RM60++) offers a revolving selection of exotic choices. Finally, with the BMW promotion from 12noon to 7pm, patrons can choose from a selection of ice-cold Tiger beer, mojitos or red or white wine for RM12++ a glass.

Flavoured Mojitos

SOULed OUT Ampang is now open daily from 12pm to 12am. Regulars and new patrons are encouraged to make their reservations now at 012 655 7622 or at soa.souledout.com.my for new and unique experiences or be reminded why SOULed OUT is as “as good as a hug”.

UiTM – McDONALD’S MALAYSIA COLLABORATION TO INCREASE GRADUATE EMPLOYABILITY

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Tan Heng Hong
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The MoU was signed by UiTM Vice-Chancellor, YBhg. Prof. Datuk Ts. Dr Hajah Roziah Mohd Janor and Deputy Vice-Chancellor [Office of Industry, Community and Alumni Network (ICAN)], Prof. Dr Mohamad Hariri Hj. Abdullah, while McDonald’s Malaysia was represented by Managing Director and Local Operating Partner, YBhg. Dato’ Azmir Jaafar, along with Senior Director of Legal and Franchising, Encik Hilmy Sulaiman

SHAH ALAM, 10 JUNE 2022 – Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) and McDonald’s Malaysia today inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) marking a collaborative initiative to increase graduate employability via McDonald’s Apprentice Programme. YB Senator Dato’ Dr Ahmad Masrizal Muhammad, Deputy Minister of Higher Education officiated and witnessed the signing ceremony held at Dewan Anjung Seri Budiman, UiTM Shah Alam today.

The MoU was signed by UiTM Vice-Chancellor, YBhg. Prof. Datuk Ts. Dr Hajah Roziah Mohd Janor and Deputy Vice-Chancellor [Office of Industry, Community and Alumni Network (ICAN)], Prof. Dr Mohamad Hariri Hj. Abdullah, while McDonald’s Malaysia was represented by Managing Director and Local Operating Partner, YBhg. Dato’ Azmir Jaafar, along with Senior Director of Legal and Franchising, Encik Hilmy Sulaiman.

UiTM and McDonald’s are collaborating in three programmes – the Management Apprentice Programme (MAP), Graduate Employability Programme (GEP), and Internship Programme (IP). The Management Apprentice Programme, in particular, aims to provide career opportunities to students from various backgrounds, including B40 students and individuals with special needs. This is to strengthen graduate employability while also providing students with fulfilling career paths.

UiTM, as the biggest institution of higher education in Malaysia, always looks forward to collaborating and taking proactive measures with industry players in maximizing initiatives for graduate employability. According to Prof. Datuk Roziah, “The McDonald’s Apprentice Programme is in line with the latest UiTM agenda to strengthen graduate employability initiatives matching the Ministry of Higher Education Graduate Employability Strategic Plan 2021-2025, with its vision of producing holistic and balanced graduates with global employability values”.

To boost youth and graduate employability, McDonald’s has several employment programmes such as the McDonald’s Vocational Apprenticeship Programme under the government’s National Dual Training System (SLDN) besides the MAP, GEP and IP. As of 2021, McDonald’s Malaysia has trained more than 900 college and university graduates in MAP, GEP and IP, who are now employed in the hospitality industry.

Dato’ Azmir Jaafar, Managing Director and Local Operating Partner of McDonald’s Malaysia

“McDonald’s Malaysia strives to be a corporate citizen that supports and facilitates the country’s national agenda in youth development. One of McDonald’s key focuses this year is youth employment, and our target is to provide 50,000 new jobs by 2026. As we expand our footprint in the country, we are also opening up new opportunities for young talent. We are passionate in growing and building our workforce, as our people are the heart and soul of the brand,” said Dato’ Azmir Jaafar. He added that McDonald’s Malaysia aims to invest RM300 million in training and development programmes.

The Deputy Minister of Higher Education in his speech supported the initiative executed by UiTM and McDonald’s Malaysia. According to the Deputy Minister, “The holistic criteria for graduates is crucial so that we can produce graduates that comply with the current landscape and method of employment. Thus, they can be regarded as professional graduates capable of developing knowledge, self, community and country”.

The event, which drew around 300 people, was also graced by the presence of 20 orphans from Cahaya Kasih Bestari Care Centre / Rumah Amal Bestari Shah Alam in the ‘Raikan Senyuman’ community programme, a collaboration between UiTM and Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) held concurrently today.

New Happy Addey Banoffee with Banana Chunks

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Tan Heng Hong
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Happy Addey by Simple Foods has launched its latest flavour Banoffee with Banana Chunks in Thailand. The latest offering contains freshly squeezed almond milk mixed with the sweet aroma of banana with banana chunks. Happy Addey Banoffee with Banana Chunks is low in calorie, free from lactose and free from gluten.

Available in 2 sizes: 80 ml priced at THB 69 and 350 ml priced at THB 299.

 

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