KUALA LUMPUR, 16 JULY 2021 – 7-Eleven and Wall’s are supporting the National COVID-19 Immunisation Programme by rewarding those who have been vaccinated a refreshing cool Asian treat! Starting July 18 until while stocks last, those who have completed their first or second dose of vaccine will be entitled to a free stick of Wall’s Asian Delight if they are a My7E™ member.
The Wall’s Asian Delight comes in many exciting flavours including Taro, Coconut, Corn, Sweet Potato and Sea Coconut. 50,000 sticks of Wall’s Asian Delight will be given away nationwide, so if you’ve been vaccinated, do download 7-Eleven’s loyalty app, My7E™ on Google Playstore or Appstore and visit your nearest 7-Eleven store to redeem a sweet treat in 3 simple steps.
So don’t wait, download the My7E App now to redeem your Wall’s treat and other amazing in-app deals and exclusive member rewards. For more information on the Be Vaccinated, Be Rewarded campaign, visit www.7eleven.com.my or its official social media pages at 7ElevenMalaysia.
Carlsberg Malaysia employees don the official company t-shirt during the sponsored vaccination session on 9 July in a show of solidarity for the National COVID-19 Vaccination Programme and to encourage vaccination registrations among their friends and family
Brewer secures 600 vaccinations via Selvax for employees and contractors as part of health & safety measures
SHAH ALAM, 16 July 2021 – Heeding the call for COVID-19 herd immunity as a viable step towards national economic recovery, Carlsberg Malaysia has fully sponsored vaccinations for 600 employees and third-party vendors towards its goal of having 100% of its on-site workforce fully vaccinated by the end of July or early August, providing a safe workplace in preparation for reopening when permitted.
Carlsberg Malaysia employees don the official company t-shirt during the sponsored vaccination session on 9 July in a show of solidarity for the National COVID-19 Vaccination Programme and to encourage vaccination registrations among their friends and family
Under the Selangor Vaccine Programme (Selvax), the brewer’s Klang Valley-based employees and contractors received their first Sinovac dose at Tropicana Gardens Mall in Petaling Jaya last Friday (9 July). This batch of vaccine recipients included all personnel involved in brewing, production and logistics at the company’s Shah Alam headquarters who will also receive their second dose on 30 July after the recommended 21-day interval, thus completing their vaccination course.
Working with its vaccination provider Selgate Health Sdn Bhd (SelCare), the brewer is also arranging for the rest of its employees throughout Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak to receive their vaccinations at local clinics nationwide starting this month.
Boosted by the company’s vaccination drive, 99% of Carlsberg Malaysia’s employees nationwide are already in line for appointments or have had their first vaccine doses at the minimum via the National COVID-19 Immunisation Programme (PICK) and Selvax programmes.
Stefano Clini, MD, Carlsberg Malaysia
Stefano Clini, Managing Director of Carlsberg Malaysia, commented, “Carlsberg Malaysia has been in full compliance with the suspension of production operations since the Full Movement Control Order commenced in June. Our sponsorship and enrolment of employees and contractors to be fully vaccinated by 31 July is a definitive step towards the reopening of our brewery when permitted, focusing on employees essential for normal factory operations and those who have yet to receive vaccination appointments under PICK.”
“In our shared fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, we have committed to lead with care and have put the safety of our people and our immediate communities as our highest priority, which in turn affirms our ongoing commitments to product integrity, safe workplaces, and operational readiness to reopen as soon as practically possible. Our strict adherence to health and safety protocols and pandemic countermeasures at the brewery have resulted in zero workplace clusters since the start of the pandemic in March 2020,” added Clini.
As brewing is regulated by the Malaysia Food Act 1983, the company is currently appealing for the removal of breweries from the negative list in the National Security Council’s pandemic control SOPs and inclusion within the Food & Beverages sub-sector’s positive list under manufacturing sectors allowed to operate when Phase 2 of the National Recovery Plan begins.
According to members of the Confederation of Malaysian Brewers Berhad (CMBB), the brewing industry contributed more than RM2 billion in direct and indirect taxes during the 2020 financial year. Tax contributions fell by RM420 million in 2020 compared to 2019 – a drop of 17% – which stands to decrease further in 2021 with prolonged lockdowns. This does not yet account for the losses in revenue or tax contributions by around 35,000 Malaysian businesses which rely on beer as a source of income, according to CMBB estimates.
Clini commented, “We fear that a prolonged suspension will lead to an inevitable shortage for domestic markets and embolden illicit alcohol trade, posing a public health risk from unregulated contraband. As an international brand with a long history in Malaysia, we are also concerned that the ongoing disruption to our export sales could jeopardise national revenue and our competitiveness as an export production hub, especially if our export customers permanently switch to sourcing from neighbouring markets.”
According to CMBB, brewing is a highly automated process with a low number of on-site personnel during each shift, translating to significantly reduced risks of infection transmissions. Carlsberg Malaysia has an average workplace density of 200 square meters per employee per shift at its brewery.
Since the start of the pandemic, Carlsberg Malaysia has taken further measures beyond the National Security Council’s SOPs to prevent workplace infections including performing more than 6,000 swab tests on employees, visitors and contractors at the brewery, installing hand sanitiser and handwashing stations with one at minimum for every 20 employees, daily uniform washing and upgraded locker rooms with showers to reduce the risk of pathogen transmissions via body surfaces and clothing, and introducing controlled people movement flows and zoning within the brewery.
Farm Fresh has added two more flavours to its low-fat yogurt drink in Malaysia. The two new flavours are Fruit Punch and Lychee Litchi. Fruit Punch contains lychee, mint and pineapple as well as the probiotic goodness of yogurt. Both products are available in 200ml and 700ml pack sizes.
It is interesting to see the addition of mint into the yogurt drink to improve the flavour and drinking experience.
14 JUL 2021 – Central Group, through Central Restaurants Group (CRG), in partnership with Chulalongkorn Hospital, the Thai Red Cross, launches “Meal for You” project to deliver cooked meals, three times a day, from Aroi Dee restaurants and other brands under CRG to “green” COVID-19 patients under home isolation residing within 5km from the hospital. The food will be delivered via GrabExpress. Central Group also provides additional food budget to ensure that the patients can enjoy a wide variety of nutritious food while having access to teleclinic consultation with doctors.
Mr. Nath Vongphanich – President of Central Restaurants Group, said, “The number of COVID-19 patients has continued to rise, and there are not enough hospital beds. Therefore, home isolation has been initiated for ‘green’ cases. Hospitals will assess their conditions daily via online channels and send thermometers, medicine, and meals to them. Central Group through Central Restaurants Group, which operates restaurant franchises, has partnered with Chulalongkorn Hospital, the Thai Red Cross, to provide cooked meals from Aroi Dee brand and other brands under CRG for home isolation patients of Chulalongkorn Hospital who reside within the 5km radius, three meals a day. Our business partner Grab, which offers delivery services, will deliver the meals via GrabExpress to the patients while adhering to safety and hygiene protocols. Patients’ data will be protected following the Personal Data Protection Act B.E. 2562 (2019), and the list of patients received from the hospital will be destroyed at the end of each day after the food has been delivered to them.”
“Additionally, Central Group has offered financial support and management support to public hospitals to facilitate patients and ensure that they can enjoy a wider variety of food without additional expenses.”
myBurgerLab, known for its creative burgers, has partnered with Simplot Foods to launch Loaded Beast Fries. Unleash your inner beast at order.myburgerlab.com and order yours before the 26th of July 2021.
Every bite comes with meat, cheese, pickles and all the fixings. So it’s loaded with plenty of flavour on top of perfectly fried, crispy awesome fries, powered by Simplot.
myBurgerLab has made available convenient sauces for the home chef including Sloppy Minced Chicken. Just defrost it, chuck it in the pot with your favourite pasta or eat it as an awesome dipping sauce for your bread.
Thailand’s CPF Food and Beverage has added a child-friendly version of its Innoweness Imu snow mushroom drink. Imu Kiz contains 1,200 mg of snow mushroom beta glucan to improve allergy prevention. The adult version has 3,800mg of snow mushroom beta glucan. To make it palatable for children, Imu Kiz come with the blackcurrant flavour.
Koh-kae, the popular peanut snack from Thailand, has made available a series of animation under Koh-kae The Animation. The protagonist is the iconic character with a cool spectacle. The animation is devoid of any human voice, which makes it suitable for viewers from around the world.
We have seen brands turning their characters into animation to deepen their engagement with their core consumer targets.
Mae-Ruay Snack Food, the maker of Koh-Kae, reported a 11.55% fall in revenue in 2020 to THB 1.98 billion with net profit down 5.5% to THB 7.4 million.
Blackmores Thailand has launched Multivitamin Nutri 50+ targeting the needs of individuals aged 50 and above. Blackmores Multivitamin for 50+ is a comprehensive blend of 24 nutrients including support for bone and eye health.
Of the 24 nutrients, four are natural herbal extracts Ganoderma lucidum, Ginkgo biloba, Ginseng and Astragalus propinquus. Elderly health is an important segment as the Thai population is increasingly aging.
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, July 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Jasmine Food Corporation Sdn Bhd (Jasmine), Malaysia’s leading rice brand, is delighted to encourage Malaysians to participate in the #JasmineStayFit Challenge and share their journey towards a healthier lifestyle. More than food and exercise, a healthy lifestyle is all about eating a well-balanced diet, achieved by consuming healthier products such as Jasmine SunBrown Brown Rice and PusaCream Basmathi Rice.
Malaysians consume rice regularly, sometimes up to three times a day. The COVID-19 pandemic, with the rising concerns over non-communicable diseases such as cardiovascular disease, chronic respiratory disease and diabetes, serves as a reminder to Malaysians of the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Many started their healthier lifestyle journey by adhering to a strict no-rice diet. An international study presented at the 2019 European Congress on Obesity however indicated that obesity was substantially lower in countries with high rice consumption. Professor Tomoko Imai of Doshisha Women’s College of Liberal Arts, Kyoto, Japan, researched and stated that the fibre, nutrients and plant compounds found in whole grains enhanced the sensation of satiety, preventing overeating.
Jasmine SunBrown, a locally grown and produced brown rice, is a popular option among Malaysians. Brown rice, with a substantially higher amount of nutrients such as fibre, vitamins B1, B3, B6, manganese and iron, has an excellent impact on health when consumed as part of a nutritionally balanced diet while preventing chronic diseases, according to research.
Catering to consumers that prefer Basmathi rice, the Jasmine PusaCream offers a healthy parboiled basmathi rice option, rich in natural minerals and vitamins. The specially selected basmathi, grown in the Himalaya Punjab, India, contains less carbohydrate and fat and has a low Glycemic Index Score, indicating longer periods for the rice to increase blood glucose levels. The rice is also cholesterol- and gluten-free, making it ideal for everyday consumption.
The rice’s scientifically proven benefits prompted Jasmine to encourage Malaysians to incorporate rice into their healthy diet and share their journey through a series of photos or videos. Participants stand a chance to win prizes worth RM20,000.
Commencing on July 15 until Aug 11, 2021, participants must upload at least three healthy meals with a caption: “My #JasmineStayFitChallenge is all about …”. Participants are to follow or like, and tag @jasminefoodmy, and add the hashtag #JasmineStayFitChallenge on Instagram. Winners will be selected based on the creativity in showcasing meals and captions.
Jasmine also collaborates with local “mom-influencers” who will share their journey as they take on the #JasmineStayFitChallenge. Daphne Iking along with other #JasmineStayFit Edutainment influencers, including Maggie Soo (@magg.my), Wardina Anuar (@wardinaanuar), and Dayana Razip (@diyanarazip) will be sharing insights into maintaining a healthy lifestyle despite a busy schedule.
To find out more, please visit Jasmine Food on Facebook and Instagram.
Our Health, my choice Super brand day campaign by Danone and Shopee in Malaysia
Shoppers can learn to make smarter choices for their health and discover the full benefits of Danone’s Specialized Nutrition (SN) portfolio for everyone in the family
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, July 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Danone, a leading multi-local food and beverage company building on health-focused and fast-growing categories, and Shopee, a leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, launches the first Super Brand Day in Malaysia, ‘Our Health, My Choice‘ on Shopee Mall to provide consumers with access to Danone’s full Specialized Nutrition (SN) portfolio for the whole family. The SN portfolio in Malaysia focuses on growing up milk products for children. With more people going online to shop for health products, the collaboration aims to support more families to make informed nutrition choices and discover products that support their health and nutrition needs.
In line with its mission to bring health through food to as many people as possible, Danone ensures that its product portfolio provides the right nutrition across age groups with scientifically researched nutrients.
Deborah Chong, Head of E-commerce, Danone Specialized Nutrition Global, said, “We have witnessed incredible growth of our business online, including a 20 times growth across Southeast Asia during the Shopee 12.12 Birthday Sale last year. With more people turning to e-commerce platforms like Shopee to seek convenient and reliable product options, we believe this collaboration will further scale our presence in the region. Prioritizing consumers’ health is crucial for us and we believe this Super Brand Day, which focuses on our ‘Our Health, My Choice‘ theme, lets us show our care and appreciation for our customers by providing convenient access to products that support their health and nutrition needs.”
Danone will be introducing its Shopper’s Choice Shopping Guide to help consumers choose the right nutrition products for their needs whilst leveraging Shopee’s engagement tools. This guide will showcase their best-selling products and user reviews through engaging content on how specialized nutrition can address the different health concerns and needs.
Benoit Delater, Commercial Development Director, Danone, added, “Danone is proud to partner with Shopee to fulfill our mission of making good nutritional choices accessible for more health-conscious consumers. We believe that our portfolio can cater to the specific nutrition needs of all consumers and encourage the consumption of essential macro and micronutrients for a well-balanced, healthy diet. That’s why we are very excited to leverage Shopee’s wide reach and customer engagement tools such as Brand Membership to better connect with customers and provide them greater value all year round. They can also enjoy savings and rewards by signing up for the free membership on our official stores.”
Ian Ho, Regional Managing Director, Shopee, shared, “With a 2.5 times growth in viewership compared to last year, live streaming is becoming a key part of the online shopping experience in our region. Shopee Live, the live streaming channel of Shopee has also grown to become an effective way for brands to acquire and connect with shoppers, showcase their products and prompt users to make purchases on the spot. We are also working closely with brands through our double digit campaigns like the upcoming 8.8 Brands Festival where brands could leverage this interactive engagement tool to reach out to Malaysians. We’re excited to see more brands such as Danone enrich the shopping experience by integrating entertainment and educational content into their campaigns.”
Starting 15th July, shoppers can look forward to a host of exclusive deals on Shopee Mall, including:
Attractive Gifts with Purchase: Get attractive gifts with purchase of Danone’s Specialized Nutrition products from Dugro, Mamil & AptaGro.
Special bundles/deals for more savings: Check out exclusive carton deals and save up to 30%. Grab limited time discount vouchers up to RM40
Earn loyalty points with Dugro Brand Membership: Earn points with every Dugro purchase and redeem exclusive products or gifts via the Brand Membership page.
For more information about the Danone Brand Day, please visit
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