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Unilever Philippines launches Knorr Shrimp Bisque Soup, Hot Meals Instant Beef Goto

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Tan Heng Hong
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Unilever in the Philippines has launched a few new interesting convenient products under the Knorr brand including instant soup, instant porridge and liquid seasoning. Knorr Shrimp Bisque Soup, is described as a French soup made from real shrimp and comes with herbs and spices. It serves 3-4 people.

Knorr Hot Meals Instant Beef Goto (35G) makes it easy to enjoy the favourite comfort food goto in a cup. Just pour hot water and wait for 3 minutes and it is ready to serve. The instant porridge is made with real beef, jasmine rice and spices. There is no added preservative.

Unilever has also launched Knorr Liquid Seasoning Chili (250ml) to spice up your favorite dishes. Knorr Liquid Seasoning is great for dipping, marinating, sprinkling and cooking. It can be used for any type of meat- beef, pork, chicken, fish and seafood. You can also use it on vegetables.

Click here to purchase on Unilever PH’s official store on Shopee.

Enjoy the goodness of the new F&N Fruit Tree Fresh No Sugar Added Prune & Mixed Fruit Juice Drink

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Tan Heng Hong
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Singapore, 10 September 2021  Prunes are a good source of both soluble and insoluble fibres. While soluble fibre helps to moderate digestion and absorb nutrients from the food we consume, insoluble fibre plays an important role in ensuring regular bowel movements. Now, you can enjoy the appetisingly zestful taste with all the natural goodness of prunes in the new and invigorating F&N Fruit Tree Fresh No Sugar Added Prune & Mixed Fruit Juice Drink.

Best served chilled, F&N Fruit Tree Fresh No Sugar Added Prune & Mixed Fruit Juice Drink has the highest fibre content in prune juice1 along with vitamin C which are beneficial to the digestive and the immune systems respectively, making it an excellent choice of beverage any time of the day. 

In a 2010 National Nutrition Survey, it was found that 21.1% of the population did not consume sufficient dietary fibre, and only 11.2% of adult Singapore residents consumed at least two servings of both fruit and vegetables in a day2. According to Health Hub (Ministry of Health Singapore), the average Singaporean adult’s diet only includes 12 to 20 g of fibre per day3.

A diet which is lacking in soluble-fibre rich foods may also give rise to other conditions such as constipation. Research has revealed that nearly one in 10 Singaporeans suffers from Irritable Bowel Syndrome4, and that the prevalence of chronic constipation is about 7.3% in those aged 16 years and above5.

For a well-functioning digestive system, the recommended daily fibre intake is 26g for men and 20g for women which is the equivalent of two servings of fruit and two servings of vegetables per day6.

Throughout the world, the prune is celebrated for its outstanding efficacy in overcoming constipation as well as in the promotion of a healthy and well-functioning gastrointestinal environment in the body.  In a randomised controlled trial published in Clinical Nutrition, researchers found that consumption of prunes intake helps the body to overcome constipation owing to the fruit’s significantly high fibre content7. Another study by Nutrition Research also found that constipations were eased among participants who consumed prune juice8.

F&N Fruit Tree Fresh No Sugar Added Prune & Mixed Fruit Juice Drink is available at most supermarkets, hypermarkets, and participating retails outlets with a Recommended Selling Price (RSP) of S$2.70 for 1-litre pack. Made from 100% juice, the delightful drink also carries the Healthier Choice Symbol by the Health Promotion Board (HPB).  

For more information, please visit its website at www.fnnfoods.com/fn-fruit-tree-fresh, www.facebook.com/FruitTreeFreshSG on Facebook or  https://www.instagram.com/fruittreefresh on Instagram.  

#FnNFruitTreeFresh #FTFPrune

Footnotes: 

1 Fruit Tree Fresh Prune Juice has the highest fibre level vs. other Packaged Juices and Nectars in Singapore based on Global Data tracking of Prune Fruit Juice and Nectar in Singapore (excluding Still Drinks).

2 National Nutrition Survey 2010 Singapore, Health Promotion Board: https://www.hpb.gov.sg/docs/default-source/pdf/nns-2010-report.pdf?sfvrsn=18e3f172_2

3 Health Hub, Ministry of Health Singapore: https://www.healthhub.sg/a-z/diseases-and-conditions/346/chronic_constipation_sgh

4 Tan, L. (2021). Nearly One in 10 Singaporeans Suffers From Irritable Bowel Syndrome: https://www.healthxchange.sg/digestive-system/irritable-bowel-syndrome/nearly-one-ten-singaporeans-suffers-irritable-bowel-syndrome

5 Chen, L., Ho, K., & Phua, K. (2000). Normal Bowel Habits and Prevalence of Functional Bowel Disorders in Singaporean Adults – Findings from a Community Based Study in Bishan. Singapore Med. J., 41(6), 255-258.

6 Health Hub, Ministry of Health Singapore, High Fibre for a Fit and Fabulous You: https://www.healthhub.sg/live-healthy/1049/more-fibre-for-a-fit-and-fabulous-you

7 Clinical Nutrition: The effect of prunes on stool output, gut transit time and gastrointestinal microbiota: A randomised controlled trial – Ellen Lever, S. Mark Scott, Petra Louis, Peter W. Emery, Kevin Whelan January 10, 2018 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clnu.2018.01.003

8Nutrition Research, Volume 27, Issue 8, August 2007, Pages 511-513 – Laura Piirainen, Katri Peuhkuri, Karin Bäckström, Riitta Korpela, Seppo Salminen; https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nutres.2007.06.008

Celebrating Malaysia’s Unsung Heroes With Grab

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Tan Heng Hong
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“Hutang emas boleh dibayar, hutang budi dibawa mati”

“One can pay back the loan of gold, but one dies forever in debt to those who are kind”

Traditional Malaysian Proverb

It is in these tough and difficult times that we are reminded even more how random acts of kindness, no matter how small or inconsequential they may seem, can truly uplift the nation’s spirits and tide us together through our challenges.

In conjunction with this year’s Merdeka and Malaysia Day celebrations, Grab is paying tribute to our driver and delivery-partner community for their acts of kindness and generosity – many of which often go unnoticed. Therefore, Grab has collaborated with homegrown Malaysian artist, Jon Tham, to visualise these heartwarming stories in fun and quirky caricatures. As part of the celebration, Grab will be releasing compilations of these stories in three installments from now till Malaysia Day – each themed with a different value that represents the Malaysian spirit.

The first theme in this trilogy is thoughtfulness and generosity and depicts small gestures that have made a difference in the lives of Malaysians. Tham, a full-time artist and graphic designer, has made valiant efforts to incorporate the element of support and charity for different communities through his artwork. His most recent initiative saw him creating a comic strip to help raise funds for a restaurant manager who lost his job during the Covid-19 pandemic.

“I was really excited when Grab approached me with this effort. With so much going on around us right now, I believe that it is important for Malaysians to be reminded of the small gestures of kindness that happen every day – especially by those on the frontlines. As we continue to embrace the new normal, I hope these short stories encourage everyone to continue looking out for one another,” said Jon Tham, Local Comic Artist.

Hassan Alsagoff, Country Marketing Head of Grab Malaysia, shared the inspiration behind the effort. “Malaysia has gone through a whirlwind of emotions this past year. And we want to spread the message that despite all the difficulty and confusion we may be facing, it is Malaysians uplifting each other in simple efforts that makes the most difference. This Merdeka and Malaysia Day, we want to celebrate the acts of kindness by our driver and delivery partners that have brightened our consumers’ day. We hope these small efforts encourage all Malaysians to embody the spirit of being Malaysian and to show our neighbours that all it takes is a little kindness to bring joy in the lives of those around us.”

These simple yet heartwarming stories shared by users show how Grab’s driver and delivery-partners have gone above and beyond to serve the community. And they represent the different values that make up what it means to be Malaysian – something that should be remembered and cherished as we celebrate the country’s independence.

As the nation prepares for an eventful Merdeka and Malaysia Day celebration, let’s remember that it is through unity that the rakyat will be able to pull through difficult and challenging times. No matter the hardships to come, Malaysia is stronger together so let’s support one another and embody what it means to be Malaysian by showing a little kindness to one another.

All Season Dairy pasteurised drinking yogurt stands out with interesting pack

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Tan Heng Hong
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Thailand’s All Season Dairy has launched flavoured pasteurised drinking yogurt in various flavours and in colourful packaging. The avant-garde packaging in a plastic bottle makes the yogurt drink stands out in shelf.

All Season flavoured pasteurised drinking yogurt is available in orange, mixed berry, mixed fruits and pineapple. They come in different sizes 170ml, 300ml and 830ml.

The company has earlier launched yogurt in squeezable pouch (135g) including a variant with nata de coco and konjac.

Vit’s Italian Mi Goreng Carbonara Cheese offers the taste of Italy

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Tan Heng Hong
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The Malaysian instant noodle maker Vit’s has expanded the product lineup of its Mi Goreng Menu Itali, which is essentially a creation that combines instant noodles and Italian flavours. The latest flavour to join Aglio Olio and Bolognese is Carbonara Cheese.

Consumers can now enjoy a quick meal of Italian classic dishes without having to prepare pasta sauce and cook the pasta noodles.

Click here to purchase on Vit’s official store on Shopee.

URC Indonesia launches new Piattos Bakso Bakar with an authentic flavour

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Tan Heng Hong
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URC Indonesia has launched a new locally-inspired flavour for its Piattos chips range. As an Indonesian authentic flavour, the new Piattos Bakso Bakar is inspired by the richness of the Indonesian street food culture. The Indonesian meat ball bakso is usually made from beef and bakso bakar or bakso that is roasted is usually served spicy.

The company has previously made available Piattos World Series Kimchi and Spicy Carbonara.

Vinamilk introduces ColosGold for infant

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Tan Heng Hong
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Vinamilk has introduced ColosGold as a new infant formula for Vietnamese babies. As the name implies, ColosGold contains colostrum with IgG antibodies and a duo of probiotics BB-12 and HMO (2′-FL) as well as 37 nutrients, vitamins and minerals. The DHA is sourced from algae, which is more sustainable.

ColosGold is available in can and also in RTD format. The RTD drink (110ml and 180ml) contains colostrum, HMO (2’FL) and FOS soluble fiber to help support digestion and increase immune system health in children. In addition, it also has DHA combined with taurine, choline and lutein to help brain and vision development.

ColosGold are available in the following sizes

  • ColosGold Step 1 – 350g and 800g
  • ColosGold Step 2 – 350g and 800g
  • ColosGold Step 3 – 800g
  • ColosGold RTD – 110ml and 180ml

Coway and MERCY Malaysia Stand Together In Providing Food Aid To Vulnerable Communities Nationwide

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Tan Heng Hong
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Kyle Choi Ki Ryong, Managing Director of Coway Malaysia (second from right) and Chris Noh, Head of Marketing Division of Coway Malaysia (right) handing the RM400,000 contribution to MERCY Malaysia’s representative (second from left)

The company donates RM400,000 to support basic food supplies for over 3600
families and individuals

KUALA LUMPUR, 9 September 2021 – The COVID-19 pandemic has evolved into an unprecedented and multi-faceted crisis affecting not only public health, but also socio-economic well-being. Lockdown measures and disruptions in Malaysia’s key markets have severely impacted the local economy. Many have lost their jobs and livelihoods as a result, and are currently experiencing hardship and poverty.

In light of this, Coway Malaysia has donated a total of RM400,000 to MERCY Malaysia’s Food Aid Programme, which seeks to deliver basic food supplies to vulnerable communities that have been severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and the constant lockdowns.

This corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative is part of the company’s commitment to stand alongside Malaysians in the fight against the challenges brought on by the pandemic. As The Best Life Solution Company, Coway Malaysia aims to provide solutions that actively change lives. By collaborating with trusted organisations such as MERCY Malaysia, the company seeks to directly impact communities in need.

 The contribution will fund 3,600 food packs, benefiting vulnerable groups across the country, including urban and rural B40 families; families of B40 frontliners; the disabled; refugee populations; as well as shelter homes. Each food pack comprises essential food items including rice, cooking oil, sardines, malt drinks, and flour.

Kyle Choi Ki Ryong, Managing Director of Coway Malaysia said, “We have a duty to help those in need as we believe any action, no matter how small, can start the ripple effect towards creating a better world. On this note, we are grateful to partner with MERCY Malaysia to help provide basic food supplies to those in need. This collaboration is also in line with our current ‘We Stand As One’ campaign, which solidifies our support for the public as we fight through this current challenge. We will continue to help communities in need, connect the disconnected, and stand alongside all people in Malaysia – we will not stop until we overcome this challenge together.”

Since August, Coway Malaysia has worked hand-in-hand with MERCY Malaysia to deliver some 3,113 food packs to individuals and families in Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Pahang, Johor, Malacca, Sabah, Perak, and Penang. The remaining food packs will be distributed over the month of September, and will include those in other states like Terengganu and Sarawak.

“Food is a basic need for every human being and it is devastating to see that the pandemic has harmed the poor and vulnerable communities living in extreme poverty. Thus, MERCY Malaysia has been responding to the COVID-19 pandemic since March 2020 to deliver assistance to various sectors and section of society. One of our plan’s components is on delivery of food aid. We truly appreciate the support by Coway Malaysia through this initiative and we do believe that we need to join hands and support each other to weather this challenge together,” said Mohammad Said Alhudzari Ibrahim, General Manager, Programme Operations Division, MERCY Malaysia.

For more information on Coway’s CSR initiatives, kindly visit www.coway.com.my.

DAK GALBI and Meat Zero serve Thai and Korean plant-based menus

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Tan Heng Hong
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Thursday, 09 September 2021 – DAK GALBI Group Co., Ltd., restaurant operator of DAK GALBI, DGB, GALBI X and WOK station, has launched a variety of Thai and Korean plant-based dishes from the Meat Zero, an innovative plant-based meat that has the taste and feel like real meat, for attracting health conscience consumers
Tossaporn Wanichaworapong, Director of Dak Galbi Group, said that plant-based meat is becoming more and more popular in many countries, including Thailand, especially among health conscience consumers, and vegan and Flexitarian. DAK GALBI see opportunity in this upcoming trend and, therefore, joins forces with Thai plant-based producers Meat Zero to produce high quality ingredients for the company.
Starting today onwards, Dak Galbi initially creates special menus for the brands Dak Galbi, DGB. and Galbi-X, including Kimbap Zero (Beefless Kimbap Salad and Beef Bologna Pokki), Kimbap Zero 2 (Beefless Kimbap Salad with fish flakes and soup).
Besides, the WOK Station also introduces variety of plant-based menus including WOK Zero Set 1 (Roasted Crispy plant-based Pork with Chili and Salt and plant-based Roasted Pork with Garlic and Roasted Pork on Rice), WOK Zero Set 2 (plant-based Roasted Minced Pork with Holy Basil on Rice) and WOK Zero Set 3 (plant-based Roasted Crispy Pork Belly with Basil and Rice and plant-based Crispy Pork Rice with Fried Egg). These set menus are available at WOK Station nationwide.
CP Foods’ Vice president, Supara Sriboon, added that the company, as a leading food producer, developed the plant-based protein under brand “Meat Zero” to response surge of consumer’s demand. The brand has created innovative raw materials from plant proteins that is easy to access for all people. Meat Zero’s products are now available via convenience stores, leading department stores and restaurants nationwide.
“The collaboration of Dak Galbi Group and Meat Zero will help both parties to expand its customer base, as well as giving opportunity for consumers to taste delicious and healthy foods. CP Foods plans reach more restaurants and making new delicious products to access consumers of all age groups,” said Ms. Supara
The plant based menus are available via Grab, Lineman and Robinhood, and Line Official of Dak Galbi, DGB, Galbi X, and WOK Station.

For more details and promotions, please visit official Facebook. Fan page : https://www.facebook.com/DakGalbiThailand, https://www.facebook.com/DGB.dakgalbi , https://www.facebook.com/galbix.kimbap and https://www.facebook.com/wokstation.th

Negroni Week Is Back In Singapore: Raise A Negroni In Your Bars

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Tan Heng Hong
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In Singapore’s seventh edition, #NegroniWeek 2021 will kick off 13th September 2021 and extend its usual one-week run till the end of September to invite everyone to support our Singapore’s local bar scene

Singapore, 9 September 2021 – Campari, Italy’s iconic red Aperitivo and Imbibe Magazine continue to partner together to lead the charge on Negroni Week, an international charity initiative that celebrates more than 100 years of the Negroni Cocktail, an iconic mix of Campari, gin and sweet red vermouth.  For the 2021 edition, thousands of bartenders, venues, and consumers will celebrate three spectacular ingredients, with Campari at the heart. Over the course of 9 years, Negroni Week has raised over $3 million dollars in more than 70 countries, from the four corners of the world, for a variety of charitable causes.

WHAT IS NEGRONI WEEK

This year, Negroni fans are invited to celebrate the return of the hospitality venues we’ve missed so much whilst giving back to important charitable causes and raising a Negroni with friends.

Campari stands for Red Passion, the urge inside us that is impossible to ignore. As the very embodiment of this ethos, Campari believes that bartenders are masters of creativity and artistry, exuding Red Passion in their every creation.

WHAT TO EXPECT IN SINGAPORE FOR NEGRONI WEEK 2021

The annual and extended cocktail event invites everyone in the Lion City to celebrate and enjoy the #2 Best-selling Classic Cocktail worldwide* with some of the best bars on the island from 13 to 30 September. In the spirit of Negroni Week, participating bars can opt in to donate a percentage of sales to select charity partners that are listed on Campari and Imbibe’s Negroni Week website. Negroni enthusiasts can imbibe specially concocted renditions of Negroni from venues like (see Appendix for full list of recipes):

  1. Employees Only
  2. Manhattan
  3. MO BAR
  4. Publico
  5. Raffles Courtyard
  6. Roxy
  7. Smoke & Mirrors
  8. Tess Bar & Kitchen
  9. The Old Man SG
  10. Writers Bar

Inventive Negroni offerings include the Liqiu Negroni, a rich and complex Negroni inspired by East Asian Culture and the start of Autumn. This cocktail embraces the journey of September from its bright greenery to the changing of the warmest colour with dedicated spiciness and unique green notes featuring Campari, gin, mezcal, Ancho Reyes Verde and infused with Korean Perilla leaves from MO BAR (S$24++).

The Negroni Royale follows suit from its venue’s lush al fresco surroundings offering a refreshing take on the classic cocktail with Campari, London Dry Gin, sweet Vermouth, Orange juice, sugar syrup and Prosecco from Raffles Courtyard (S$20++).

To add to the festivities of Singapore’s Negroni Week, Raffles Hotel Singapore is hosting a special promotion. Guests can receive a stamp when they order a Negroni Week cocktail from Writers Bar, Long Bar, Raffles Courtyard or Osteria BBR by Alain Ducasse. Visit all four bars to complete a set of four stamps to be gifted with a bottled Negroni with Raffles Hotel Singapore’s compliments.

Be transported to the Caribbean with the rum-spiked Jolly Roger, a bittersweet concoction with a tropical touch. This rich and complex aperitivo will warm you up with pleasant notes of bitter and well-rounded fruity notes and spice with Campari, Barbados Rum, VSOP Cognac and housemade Tepache from Smoke & Mirrors (S$26++)

Apart from their Negroni cocktail, Smoke & Mirrors will be launching a Negroni Flight that will feature four different takes on the classic cocktail. Fans of the classic Negroni can enjoy the flight at Smoke & Mirrors for S$50++.

You Don’t Have to Put on that Red takes a page from the famous song “Roxanne” by Sting and The Police. Go back in time to the reminiscent music, art and attitude of the 1970s as you sip on this glammed-up twist featuring Campari, Mezcal, Zucca and Cinzano Rosso by Roxy (S$24++)

On top of their glammed-up Negroni, Roxy will offer a Negroni Flight Box,  Get Your ROX On which includes three bottled Negronis – You Don’t Have to Put on that Red, Papa Was a Rolling Stone which features a rum twist and The Classic. The bottled Negronis are good for three servings each. Guests can purchase their Negroni Flight Box for S$135++ at Roxy or call the venue at 9382 5147 and request to purchase the Flight Box and have it delivered to your home.

Those looking to recreate this classic Italian tipple can set their sights on the Campari Negroni Ready-To-Enjoy (RTE) which is a bottled version of the beloved cocktail by Campari. Each RTE serves more than five mouthwatering drinks with typical notes of juniper and sweet citrus followed by spice and herbaceous aromas, ending with a smooth, long lasting wormwood and bitter root finish.

Campari Negroni RTE (500ml) and the Negroni Week Celebration bundle which features the RTE, other spirits required to make a Negroni, Campari Glass and Jigger will be available on Amazon, Cellabration, Food Panda, Lazada (10% off for Negroni RTE & Bundle, first 50 consumers, 13th to 19th Sep), Paneco, RedMart, Shopee and selected Cold Storage outlets for an introductory price of S$38, U.P. S$45 and the bundles at a discounted price of S$125.10, U.P. S$139.

You can enjoy an evening like no other, with Negroni Week 2021 Studio hosted by world renowned Bannie Kang of Mu Taipei, Top 100 Most Influential Figure in the Hospitality Industry for 2021, and APAC Regional Bartender Advocacy and Engagement Manager for Campari Group, Daniele Pirotta where best in class Negroni recipes will be showcased via  Zoom live session on 13 September from 8:00 – 9:00PM where you can master your home bar. #RaiseANegroniAtHome

All participants will have a chance to download the Negroni Week 2021 Inspiration Cocktail Booklet which is devising the new and innovative concoctions across the globe by the world renowned bartenders Erik Lorincz (UK), Fabio La Pietra (Brazil), Giacomo Giannotti (Spain), Luke Whearty (Australia), Bannie Kang (Asia), Tiffanie Barriere (U.S) and Tommaso Cecca (Italy).

CAMPARI, THE RED HEART OF EVERY NEGRONI

In the official Negroni recipe listed in the IBA (International Bartender Association) Official Drink List, Campari is the first brand ever to be called out as an ingredient, truly making it the red heart of every Negroni. According to Drinks International, the iconic cocktail is listed for the 7th year as the #2 Best-selling Classic Cocktail worldwide*.

Recipe ingredients: 

  • 30 ml Campari
  • 30 ml Sweet Vermouth (Campari recommends 1757 Vermouth di Torino)
  • 30 ml London Dry Gin (Campari recommends BULLDOG Gin)

Recipe instructions: 

·         Pour all ingredients directly into a low tumbler filled with ice

·         Stir gently

·         Garnish with an orange slice

Why not say ‘cheers to give back’ and experience the many renditions of Negroni available in Singapore from its vibrant cocktail scene.

For more information about what’s happening during Negroni Week 2021 visit http://www.negroniweek.com and follow #NegroniWeek #Negroni #Campari  #RedPassion #NoNegroniWithoutCampari #Imbibe  Campari Singapore FB.

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