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RAISE A TOAST TO THE LAST GOLDEN HOUR OF 2021 WITH CÉ LA VI’S ‘GLITTER DISCO’ CELEBRATION

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Tan Heng Hong
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Singapore, 6 December 2021 – On Friday, 31 December 2021, the ’70s are making a comeback, and guests are invited to shine bright like a diamond at CÉ LA VI’s New Year’s Eve “Glitter Disco” to celebrate the last golden hour of the year. Held at the iconic Sky Lounge, there is no better place to end the year on a high note set against the stunning Singapore skyline.

Guests are welcomed to ramp up the revelry in their outfits (the brighter, the shinier, the better), pop Champagne, and join CÉ LA VI in raising a toast with their loved ones to the end of another year around the sun at the adults-only soirée, 57 floors above the shimmering city lights.

Guests can pick from a selection of dance-themed celebratory bottle packages and tasty tipples such as Discoholic (S$690++) that features one Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label, ten Hoegaarden bottles, with a magnum bottle of Grey Goose and a selection of mixers; and Disco Luxe (S$490++) that includes two bottles of Zonin Special Cuvée, one Zonin Rosé, five Hoegaarden bottles with a range of spirits and mixers to choose from. Pair the drinks with an array of contemporary Asian dishes featuring the iconic Bao by CÉ LA VI – Grilled Wagyu Beef Burger (S$26++), Hokkaido Scallop & Oyster Ceviche (S$35++), Black Truffle “Sushi Rice” Risotto with Parmesan emulsion (S$54++) and Larger Sharing Plates perfect for sharing such as the Cast Iron Roasted Tuwinga Black Angus Ribeye Steak (S$78++). End the year on a sweet note with the Key Lime Pearls (S$26++), a vanilla almond cake with coconut crumble, key lime curd and margarita foam.

In addition to the celebratory offerings at the Sky Lounge, CÉ LA VI Restaurant will also offer a spectacular New Year’s Eve five-course dinner menu (S$258++). The feast begins with Triple Celebration, a Chef’s selection of stormshell clam, scallop sashimi, and Fine de Claire Oysters with laksa mayonnaise, grapefruit vinaigrette, yuzu soyu sabayon, seagrapes & caviar. The second course features dishes such as Chawanmushi with mushroom dashi and sea urchin, followed by Lobster Tail with miso hollandaise and ikura. Revel in Tuwinga Black Angus Ribeye with parsnip kombucha puree, red wine glaze, and onion jam and save some room for White Night, a decadent Champagne mousse with Champagne vanilla sorbet and grape compote.

New Year’s Eve is only celebrated once a year, and CÉ LA VI invites guests to spend time with their loved ones safely, all managed within the limits of the recent dine-in regulations. Guests are required to show proof of their full vaccination status or provide a negative PET result for the duration of his/her dine-in from MOH-approved Covid-19 test provider. Guests must check in via the TraceTogether app and will be ushered to their seats. Guests can browse through the QR code menu and place all orders with any of the CÉ LA VI staff to enjoy at their table.

Reservations are required and tables are limited to 5 pax following the Government’s regulations with a minimum spend of S$1,200++ for 5 pax tables. Reserve your table online here (preferred) or email at reservation-sg@celavi.com 

In the case of rain, paid tables may transfer their pre-payment to credit for a future visit. Outdoor tables will be notified if there will be a delay or cancellation of their tables. Guests may cancel 48 hours in advance with no penalty in the case of rain.  

CÉ LA VI’s Glitter Disco Details

Adults Only

Date: Friday, 31st December 2021

Location: CÉ LA VI Sky Lounge

Time: 6:30 pm – Late (last alcohol order at 9:45 pm)

Dress Code: Pop colours, sequins, glitter, and all things sparkly

Reservations can be made here: Link 

CÉ LA VI’s New Year’s Eve 5-Course Dinner Menu Details

CÉ LA VI Restaurant

Date: Friday, 31st December 2021

Price: S$258++

Seating: Al fresco and indoor open-air dining tables available. Please note that in the case of wet weather, outdoor table reservations cannot be guaranteed.

Lactel Temptation Extra Creamy Drinking Yogurt offers extra creaminess

By
Tan Heng Hong
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The French dairy company Lactalis has launched Lactel Temptation Extra Creamy Drinking Yogurt in Malaysia. The new chilled yogurt drink comes in original and three other flavours – Passion Fruit, Strawberry and Vanilla. Each bottle contains 5% fruit juice. The yogurt drink (180g) has 12.1g/100g of total sugar including 4.8g/100g of lactose. The protein count is 2.5g/100g.

The selling point of the new Lactel Temptation Extra Creamy Drinking Yogurt is the extra creamy taste to offer consumers with a more indulgent taste.

The Coca-Cola Co’s Authentic Tea House has a new member Ceylon Black Tea

By
Tan Heng Hong
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The Coca-Cola Company has launched Authentic Tea House Ceylon Black Tea in Malaysia. The RTD tea is made from hand-plucked Dimbula tea leaves from the highlands of Sri Lanka to produce a rich aroma and unique taste. The RTD tea was earlier launched in Singapore.

Ceylon tea is the latest addition to the unsweetened Authentic Tea House range, which currently has Ayataka Japanese green tea, Yin Hao jasmine green tea and Da Hong Pao oolong tea.

Authentic Tea House Ceylon Black Tea may have a tougher time to appeal to consumers who currently have a more affordable option of drinking Boh or Lipton tea from tea bags. Moreover, Authentic Tea House Ceylon Black Tea does not carry the premium attributes of the other Authentic Tea House RTD teas. The Coca-Cola Co knows this is an issue and that is why it stresses on the provenance of the ceylon tea.

The unsweetened Authentic Tea House Ceylon Black Tea does have the advantage of being sold in a convenient RTD format and can be served chilled targeting health conscious consumers.

New Origina Vitamin C 1000mg Lemon Juice available at 7-Eleven Malaysia

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Tan Heng Hong
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Origina, known for its juice drinks in pouch, has launched Origina Vitamin C 1000mg Lemon Juice in 7-Eleven stores in Malaysia. Origina Vitamin C drinks are currently available in orange (1000mg vitamin C) and blueberry (200mg vitamin C). In addition to having product placement in retail stores, this beverage brand makes full use of a network of resellers to sell its products across the country.

SABUY Solutions and Foodville; One-stop Food Supply Service Provider, launches “SABUY Food Plus”

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Tan Heng Hong
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Mr. Wirach Morakotkarn, Chief Commercial and Investment Officer, Sabuy Technology Plc.

Monday 29 November 2021 – SABUY Solutions Co., Ltd., a food court and POS Ssolution provider, under SABUY Group, launches “SABUY Food Plus” mobile application with Foodville Co., Ltd., one of the leading one-stop food supply service providers with over 5,000 items. This application lets users order fresh and dry food and ingredients with hot promotion, giving 50 baht rebate for every 500 baht order in 2021.

Mr. Wirach Morakotkarn, Chief Commercial and Investment Officer, Sabuy Technology Plc., reveals that “since forming a joint-venture with Foodville Co., Ltd. in April this year, we have the goal to connect offline with online business for food supply chain. We have developed a “SABUY Food Plus” Line O/A application and are ready to launch it with over 3,000 items selected by Foodville and its professional partners. “SABUY Food Plus” will meet the requirements of consumers in the New Normal in ordering high-quality, safe & clean, fresh, dry food and ingredients for home delivery. SABUY Food Plus is a Fresh Market on your mobile.”

Mr. Wiwat Avasiriphongs, Chief Executive Officer of Food Ville Co., Ltd., say that
“With our 12-year experiences in providing fresh and dry food and ingredients in logistics system, we can help reduce costs and increase inventory management effectiveness for our clients such as hospitals, international schools and large restaurant chains. By working with SABUY Solutions to launch “SABUY Food Plus is a major entry to consumer and public market. Foodville will take care of the sourcing, selecting fresh and dry food in the “SABUY Food Plus” application and delivery to consumers. We also ensure daily market pricing, so consumers will enjoy the same high-quality products that our corporate customers enjoy every day.”

Vinasoy Fami soy milk comes in coffee and cheese flavours

By
Tan Heng Hong
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Vinasoy, one of the leading soy milk brands in Vietnam, has launched two interesting soy milk products featuring cheese and coffee flavours under the Fami range. The soy milk drinks contain vitamin D3, A and calcium to supplement consumer’s nutritional needs.

The choice of coffee and cheese ensures Fami soy milk has interesting flavours to attract the attention of consumers looking for more flavourful option.

Recreate the café experience at home with Moccona’s Cafe Style Coffees

By
Tan Heng Hong
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The Moccona Café Style range of latte, cappuccino and white espresso promises convenience and quality

December 01, 2021 – Some coffee drinkers work into their daily routines pit-stops at their favourite cafés, but not everyone wants to leave the house whenever a perk-me-up is needed. Whether it is starting the day languorously or grabbing a quick espresso in between chores, convenience has its merits among the regularly caffeinated.

Moccona brings moments of absolute indulgence into the home with a range of Moccona Café Style coffees that promise the high-quality brews of your favourite barista with the convenience of modern manufacturing. You can trust the brand with this lofty goal – after all, delivering pleasure in a cup is something it has been doing since its founding in 1753 in the quaint village of Joure in the Netherlands.

In the centuries since, Moccona has only gotten better at the coffee game with generations of experts spending their days perfecting its range of recipes. Moccona Café Style coffee is testament to that dedication, featuring ideas and ingredients from across continents brought together to create the perfect cuppa. Real coffee beans are carefully sourced from the best coffee regions in the world and paired with quality and creamy milk imported from New Zealand.

The Latte, Cappuccino and White Espresso varieties are all made with wholesome ingredients. That milky froth and full-bodied coffee cannot be fabricated with artificial flavours or creamers. Each sip is rich and round, and could transport you to a familiar coffee hangout or hideaway – all without setting foot outside your kitchen.

Connoisseurs tend to stick to their preferred coffee style or, like a playlist for every mood, have a go-to style for certain times of the day or activities. The novice who does not yet know how to navigate coffee menus will find the task is made easy with Moccona Café Style coffee as each flavour has a number that indicates coffee roasting intensity. The higher the number, the higher the roasting degree, spanning light to dark.

This range comprises the smooth and creamy White Espresso (roasting intensity of 5), smooth and milky Latte (6) and rich and creamy Cappuccino (7). Each variety is crowned with a thick velvety froth that releases that unmistakable aroma of roasted coffee, which winds its way into every crevice and corner in a contained space. When immersed in this multi-sensorial experience, even the weariest consumers will find themselves feeling uplifted and rejuvenated.

That is precisely the effect quality coffee has on those who regularly worship at the temple of java. It is a moment of bliss or restoration, picking you up when you’re down or lifting you higher when you need a boost. But not all coffee experiences have to be purposeful. Some drink it for the enjoyment of the taste or soothing creaminess, savouring the flavours and textures as they unfold slowly.

And now you can have it all in the comfort of your home with the Moccona Café Style coffee range, whether it is taking a minute of me-time to refuel for the day or entertaining loved ones. Constantly percolating in the headquarters of Moccona are ways to make everyday occasions that much more enjoyable as the brand strives to create and inspire moments of pleasure. It definitely succeeded here. Café-style coffee may be a treat, but the real luxury is the joy it brings you.

To find out more about Moccona, visit moccona.my or purchase your choice of Moccona coffee at:

Lazada Mall

Shopee Mall

Retail stores: Village Grocer, Jaya Grocer and Aeon

Gong Cha Malaysia celebrates joyful season with beverages featuring KITKAT bites

By
Tan Heng Hong
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Gong Cha in Malaysia is celebrating the joyful holiday with the launch of a new seasonal lineup made with KITKAT bites.

The new beverage items are:

  • Peppermint Smoothie
  • Salted Caramel Smoothie
  • Milk Tea Smoothie with Pearl
  • Chocolate Peppermint Smoothie
We are seeing growing application of KITKAT in foodservice in the region.

H1 2021: Double-digit increase in brute force attacks in Malaysia

By
Tan Heng Hong
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E-connection engineering technology.Working Engineer

Kaspersky shares reminders for enterprises, employees to keep their data safe amidst work-from-home 

6 December 2021

A report published last August shown that 69% of Malaysia workforces have indicated their preference to continue working from home, highest in the region, ahead of Singapore, China and Hong Kong.

Having more employees working from home opened up new vulnerabilities that cybercriminals were quick to target. The volume of corporate traffic grew as well as more users moved to using third party services to exchange data and work through potentially insecure Wi-Fi networks.

One of the most popular application-level protocols for accessing Windows workstations or servers is Microsoft’s proprietary protocol – remote desktop protocols (RDP).

RDP empowers Malaysians to continue working remotely. However, this working method has a potential for cyber attempts one of which is a brute force attack that targets the protocols employees use to remotely access company resources. A brute force is an attempt to test all different usernames and passwords until the correct combination is found, and they gain access to company resources.

In Malaysia, the total RDP attacks detected in the first six months of 2021 grew by 53.6% compared to the same period last year. Between January to June 2021, Kaspersky recorded a total of 10.4 million attacks attempts against Kaspersky users in the country with Microsoft RDP installed on their desktops. This is a significant spike compared to 6.78 million in the first half of 2020.

Globally, Kaspersky has detected 377.5 million brute force attacks against RDP.

“Under normal circumstances, moving an entire workforce from a secure IT enterprise environment to a home network with adequate cybersecurity measures requires long-term planning and preparation. The pandemic rob us of this opportunity and our latest RDP attack statistics show that cybercriminals are exploiting this loophole,” comments Chris Connell, Managing Director for Asia Pacific at Kaspersky.

Kaspersky researchers also discovered attacks on other remote access protocols, other than RDP, such as virtual network computing (VNC), which also used for remote access. Companies are advised to closely monitor programs in use and update them on all corporate devices in a timely manner.

RDP attacks blocked by Kaspersky in Malaysia, H1 2020 vs 2021

“This health crisis has clearly expedited digital transformation and the merging of our professional and personal life. Employees are now actively leading the way in accepting changes in pursuit of greater freedom and flexibility, using technology to own a new future. Companies must now adapt and restructure the modern workplace to make it more productive, sustainable, and most importantly, secure,” adds Connell.

To avoid potential cyber threats in the trend of remote work systems, Kaspersky provides recommendations for companies to:

  • Provide training on basic cyber hygiene to your employees. Help them to identify the most common types of attacks that occur in the company, and provide basic knowledge in identifying suspicious emails, websites, text messages.
  • Use strong, complex and different passwords to access every company resource
  • Use Multi-Factor Authentication or two-factor authentication especially when accessing financial information or logging into corporate networks.
  • Where possible, use encryption on devices used for work purposes.
  • Enable access to RDP through a corporate VPN
  • Always prepare for backup copies of critical data.
  • Use a reliable enterprise security solution with network threat protection such as Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business

For employees who are still working remotely, some of the following simple steps can be done in order to stay safe:

  • Avoid clicking on suspicious links that come through your email inbox or messaging apps. Even if it comes from your colleagues, if the message contains suspicious content, make sure to check with your colleagues first
  • Always check all devices in the house, make sure they have been through updates and are using the latest operating system
  • Install security solutions on all devices, as well as solutions for tracking equipment in case of loss.
  • Make sure to only download apps only from trusted sources
  • Use only good quality and safe internet connection. Avoid using work equipment for personal purposes or vice versa.

Lazada Celebrates 12.12 10th Anniversary with Free Shipping, Nissan Almera Giveaway and Brand Mega Offers up to 50%!

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Tan Heng Hong
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  • Don’t miss these top 12.12 Brand Mega Offers with up to 50% off 
  • Collect up to RM320 worth of Lazada Bonus additional discounts
  • Enjoy RM5 off delivery fee every day with no minimum spend

KUALA LUMPUR, 6 DECEMBER 2021 – This 12.12 Grand Year-End Sale, Lazada is spreading joy to Malaysians with daily injections of thousands of no-minimum-spend Free Shipping vouchers and a huge line-up of offers and rewards, in commemoration of the 10th anniversary of its double-digit mega sale – 12.12.

From now until 14 December, 50,000 no-minimum-spend Free Shipping vouchers will be replenished every day at 8AM on Lazada’s Free Shipping page (https://lzd.co/LazadaMYFreeShipping). Users can collect daily vouchers between 8AM to 12PM to automatically receive RM5 off on delivery fees upon checkout for selected items with the Free Shipping icon*. Millions of products from thousands of participating sellers are eligible for the Free Shipping vouchers, including LazMall brands such as Pandora, OxWhite, and more.

“It has been a decade-long journey of Lazada connecting Malaysians to small merchants, brands, and businesses through our iconic double-digit mega sales. What started out as the ambition of a budding month-long start-up to stimulate the local digital economy, has now become mainstays in Malaysia and regarded as the industry standard. To appreciate our shoppers and commemorate this tenth 12.12 Sale anniversary, customers can shop and send presents to loved ones anywhere in the country without having to worry about delivery fees this year-end gift shopping season,” said Rick Ting, Head of User Growth, Lazada Malaysia.

That’s not all; Malaysians can also look forward to a massive line-up of jaw-dropping deals, attractive discounts, and even an all-new Nissan Almera Turbo car giveaway this upcoming Lazada 12.12 Grand Year-End Sale from 12 to 14 December.

Lazada Bonus: Collect up to RM320 worth of additional discounts  

As a special gift from Lazada to its users, each Malaysian can also collect up to RM320 worth of Lazada Bonus starting from 5 December. Users can collect the full RM320 Lazada Bonus by visiting the Lazada app daily, playing the Lazzie Star game, completing LazCoins missions, sharing Lazada Bonus on social media, and regularly browsing the 12.12 Sale page and products*.

On 12 to 14 December during the 12.12 Sale, the Lazada Bonus collected can be redeemed for additional RM10 off for every RM100 spent on products with the Lazada Bonus badge*. Lazada Bonus is stackable with other existing discounts and vouchers across multiple stores, providing an extra 10% discount. The more Lazada Bonus collected, the bigger the savings.

Up to 50% Off Your Favourite Brand Mega Offers on LazMall

Whether it be electronic devices, home décor, beauty supplies, fashion, groceries, or anything in between, Malaysians can find the perfect gift for everyone during the Lazada 12.12 Sale, where LazMall official brand partners will offer up to 50% off* their products. Some of the top LazMall Brand Mega Offers to look out for are:

  • Samsung Galaxy M32 – RM829 (Original listing price RM1,099)
  • vivo Y31 – RM799 (Original listing price RM999)
  • OGAWA Smart Vogue Prime Massage Chair – RM4,499 (Original listing price RM13,299)
  • Nespresso Inissia Red Coffee Machine – 3 (Original listing price RM599)
  • Drypers Drypantz (168pcs) – 9 (Original listing price RM163.2)
  • Redoxon Double Action Chewable Tablets – RM19 (Original listing price RM29.3)
  • Maybelline Falsies Lash Lift Mascara – 41 and free 1 lipstick (Original listing price RM44.9)
  • A.C Setting Spray – RM110 (with 2 free gifts)
  • Polo Ralph Lauren Custom Slim Fit Mesh Polo Shirt – RM379 (Original listing price RM540)
  • Wanderlust + Co Crescent Key Gold Chain Necklace – 1 (Original listing price RM199)
  • David Jones Paris Women Sling Bag – 4 (Original listing price RM210)
  • Havaianas Women Slim Tropical Flip Flops – 5 (Original listing price RM119)

‘Chup Dulu’ For Even Greater Discounts on Exclusive Deals

Even with all the amazing deals readily available on 12.12, savvy shoppers can still stretch their ringgit even further by using Chup Dulu, a pre-booking feature on the Lazada app. Customers can pre-order highly exclusive seasonal gift sets from renowned LazMall brands such as Estée Lauder, M.A.C., Lancôme, Amazin’ Graze, LEGO, illycaffè, and more by placing a non-refundable 10% deposit from now until 11 December. On 12 December from 2AM onwards, shoppers will then be able to checkout their Chup Dulu deals with ease*.

Now Available: Use Lazada Wallet to Pay on Delivery 

To provide even greater convenience for Malaysians to embrace eCommerce ahead of the 12.12 Sale, Lazada Wallet now provides a cashless payment on delivery option nationwide. Consumers can choose this digital alternative by selecting ‘cash on delivery’ on the checkout page, then upon order arrival, request for the QR code to pay via Lazada Wallet using the scan function on the Lazada app at the time of delivery. This payment option not only ensures more safety for consumers by minimising physical contact, but also provides them peace of mind and a greater sense of security. First-time Lazada Wallet users will also receive rebate of RM4 when using the Lazada Wallet payment on delivery option on the 12.12 Sale*.

Lazzie Hunt: Catch Lazada Riders and Scan Lazzie Stickers for up to RM50 off Vouchers and the Chance to Win an All-New Nissan Almera Turbo Car.

The much-adored Lazada mascot, Lazzie, is going offline for the 12.12 Grand Year-End Sale to delight Lazada users with special vouchers. Across the country, Malaysians can spot and scan Lazzie Hunt QR codes on all of Lazada’s logistics delivery vehicles to collect as many Lazzie stickers as they can, which can be converted into platform-wide discount vouchers of up to RM50 off and stand the chance to win an all-new Nissan Almera Turbo car*. The Lazzie Hunt QR codes will also be making special appearances in brand partners’ physical outlets, including Domino’s Pizza, CIMB Bank, US Pizza, Maxis, and OYO. To kickstart the Lazzie sticker collection, Lazada users can visit the page here:  https://lzd.co/LazzieHuntMY

LazLive: Watch the Chief Discount Officer Show for Exclusive Discounts

In the lead up to the 12.12 Sale, Lazada will also host a series of Chief Discount Officer shows at 9PM from 9 to 11 December via its in-app livestream channel, LazLive. Lazada’s very own Chief Discount Officer, Ain Edruce, along with Sissy Aiman and Shaun Stephen, will be hosting the show to reward viewers with over RM30,000 worth of exclusive vouchers*.

For more info on Lazada 12.12 Grand Year-End Sale, please visit: https://lzd.co/MegaSale

For more info on Lazada 12.12 Free Shipping, please visit: https://lzd.co/LazadaMYFreeShipping

 

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