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Vodka-infused F&N Farmhouse Peppermint Chocolate Flavoured Milk tastes good

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Alcoholic coffee drinks are no stranger to some. The notable concoctions are Irish cream coffee, also known as Bailey’s coffee, and coffee-flavored liqueurs like Kahlua. In the US, La Colombe has collaborated with MillerCoors to make a hard cold brew coffee with 4.2% ABV.

In Taiwan, Wei Chuan Foods launched its alcohol-infused RTD coffee at the end of 2018. Known as Jazswing, the coffee comes in two variants one with sake and the other with whisky.

Taking cue from all the coffee booze innovations out there, we have also come up with our own vodka-infused F&N Farmhouse Peppermint Chocolate Flavoured Milk. Just add vodka to the peppermint chocolate milk to create a Bailey-like drink for the festive season.

Baladna-Felcra dairy farm partnership to make Malaysia self-sufficient in milk

The Malaysian Federal Land Consolidation and Rehabilitation Authority (Felcra) signed a memorandum of understanding with Qatar’s largest dairy producer Baladna Food Industries on 10 October 2019 to set up the largest dairy farm in Malaysia.

In Malaysia, we have seen F&N announcing on 8 October 2019 that it would enter into upstream dairy farming, while Farm Fresh acquired a dairy farm and a plant in Melbourne, Australia in 2018. Fresh milk is all the rage now as consumers seek higher quality and fresher milk source that is closer to home.

Goal: self-sufficient in local milk production in five years

Achieving self-sufficiency in milk production has always been the dream of governments throughout the world as this would eliminate the importation of dairy. Malaysia imported USD 3.9 billion worth of dairy products in 2018.

To cut down on dairy importation, the Malaysian government has set a five-year plan to achieve full sufficiency in local fresh milk production, up from 61.44% as of 2018, said Agriculture and Agro-based Industry Minister Datuk Salahuddin Ayub in August 2019. In addition to the Felcra’s partnership with Baladna, three dairy valleys will be built in Perak and Selangor by the end of 2019 to provide land for farmers to rear dairy cows.

Multinationals are helping to develop the local dairy sector. Dutch Lady Milk Industries Berhad, the local unit of the Dutch dairy giant FrieslandCampina, is supporting this endeavour since 2013 through the Farmer2Farmer program to allow Dutch dairy farmers to come to Malaysia to share their experience, best practices and expertise with local dairy smallholders.

In Malaysia, the country’s demand for fresh milk in 2018 was 67.1 million litres, said Ayub. Of the total, 40.36 million litres of fresh milk were produced locally. Farm Fresh alone is able to produce 6 million litres of milk a year, while Dutch Lady is the biggest purchaser of local fresh milk in the country.

Making full use of Felcra

Through the development of satellite farms, Felcra’s participants can reduce their reliance on rubber and oil palm to achieve a new source of revenue. Felcra will also supply dairy cattle feed stock since oil palm leftovers can be turned into animal feedstock. In fact, the dairy sector is a large customer of Malaysia’s palm kernel meal with New Zealand being one of the largest importers.

Baladna will contribute investment, expertise and technology to thej country.

The Qatari firm is in the midst of an initial public offering to raise as much as QR1.43 billion. Click here for Baladna IPO prospectus.

Would the collaboration between Baladna and Felcra serve as a launching pad for the Middle Eastern dairy company to enter into Malaysia and the rest of Southeast Asia? Baladna has already mentioned it is looking at exports as an additional source of revenue. The company has exported to Oman, Yemen, Iraq, Pakistan and Afghanistan with the first sales outside of Qatar made in April 2019 with the shipment of UHT long-life milk to Afghanistan and Yemen.

Nissin Celebrates Laksa in New Nissin Cup Noodles Potato Chips

After introducing black pepper crab and tom yum seafood flavoured potato chips, Nissin is back once again with a local flavour. The new Nissin Cup Noodles Potato Chips Laksa Flavour celebrates the laksa flavour where all Singaporeans can relate to.

Nissin Cup Noodles Potato Chips Laksa Flavour is available at major supermarkets and online stores in Singapore. Click here to purchase Laksa potato chips from FairPrice.

In addition to the laksa flavoured potato chips, Nissin has added the new Nissin Ramen Bowl Kyushu Red Flavour that has rich spicy broth with roasted garlic. It is said to allow you to “enjoy not only spiciness but also umami flavours together just like a Ramen served in restaurant!” Click here to purchase Kyushu Red from FairPrice.

Pokka new Houjicha is 100% real brewed from premium Japanese tea leaves

In Singapore, beverage manufacturer Pokka has presented the new Japanese roasted tea or houjicha made with 100% real brewed from premium Japanese tea leaves. The drink does not contain preservatives and is free from sugar.

The Pokka Houjicha adds to the current range of sugar-free tea drinks including oolong tea, green tea and Japanese green tea (sencha).

The difference between sencha and houjicha is the former is simply green tea, while the latter is made by roasting first or second flush sencha. Hojicha has a smooth and smoky taste.

Pokka Houjicha is available in 1.5L PET bottle, 250ml packet and 300ml can and can be bought on Redmart. Click here to purchase.

Vitasoy offers Vita Cold Brew No Sugar Ceylon Lemon Tea, Calci-Plus and healthy tofu

Hong Kong’s Vitasoy has introduced new healthier products in Singapore targeting those who want a no sugar option and with added calcium. The company is tapping into the well established healthy packaged food trend in Singapore.

The new Vita Cold Brew No Sugar Ceylon Lemon Tea represents an authentic tea taste with cold aseptic filling technique. It offers a stronger & fresher tea taste, smoother mouthfeel and a perfect tea aroma with more catechin retained. This RTD tea was previously launched in Hong Kong.

Vitasoy Calci-Plus is a range of zero-cholesterol, calcium-enriched soy milk in carton packaging. Drinking 2x250ml packs a day meets your daily calcium needs. Vitasoy Calci-Plus has been certified as a Healthier Choice by the Health Promotion Board of Singapore. Calci-Plus is available at most NTUC FairPrice stores.

Finally, Vitasoy has rolled out Unicurd Chinese Tofu with Omega 3 & 6 available at NTUC FairPrice and Sheng Siong supermarkets. The tofu is made from non-GMO soy beans.

Celebrating Deepavali with 7-Eleven

The community of Persatuan Kebajikan SVM Selangor & Kuala Lumpur and volunteers from 7-Eleven Malaysia and NGOHub Asia

Puchong, 25 October 2019 – In conjunction with Deepavali, otherwise known as the Festival of Lights, 7-Eleven Malaysia, the nation’s leading convenience chain store alongside NGOHub Asia recently held a joyous festive celebration with the community of Persatuan Kebajikan SVM Selangor & Kuala Lumpur.

Persatuan Kebajikan SVM Selangor & Kuala Lumpur is a home centre dedicated for the handicapped, mentally unwell, orphans and old folks. Incepted in year 2009 by Theresa Bhavani and her late husband, the organization takes care of the community here by providing necessities and shelter to a total of 16 residents there.

The celebration started off with the volunteers decorating the home centre with Deepavali décor and ornaments, while the residents were treated to an array of delicious Indian cuisine which included a delectable combination of traditional Indian appetizers and desserts. They were also kept entertained throughout the session with musical performances of the classics and latest hits by a local busker who performed with his guitar. The celebration was concluded with 7-Eleven Malaysia distributing goodie bags containing snacks, beverage and other goodies. Deepavali packets were also gifted to the residents.

Ronan Lee, 7-Eleven Malaysia General Marketing Manager said, “It is a pleasure to be spending time with the community here and seeing the smile etched on their faces as they enjoy the performances. During this festive period, they would appreciate having some company as it gives them the assurance that there are others who are looking out for them. We at 7-Eleven Malaysia strongly believe in uplifting the lives of those who need us, and knowing the positive impact we make encourages us to continue our endeavours of being Always There For You.”

Persatuan Kebajikan SVM Selangor & Kuala Lumpur welcomes contribution from the society, be it in the form of financial support or in-kind donation. For more information on how to support them, visit their Facebook page.

About 7-Eleven Malaysia

7-Eleven Malaysia Holdings Berhad through its subsidiary 7-Eleven Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. is the owner and operator of 7-Eleven stores in Malaysia. Incorporated on 4 June 1984, 7-Eleven Malaysia has made its mark in the retailing scene and have been a prominent icon for over 35 years. 7-Eleven Malaysia is the pioneer and largest 24-hours standalone convenience store operator in Malaysia with over 2,380 outlets nationwide and serves close to 1 million customers daily. 7-Eleven stores can be found across bustling commercial districts to serene suburban residential compounds throughout Malaysia, from petrol stations and LRT stations to shopping malls and medical institutions. 7-Eleven is Always There For You.

Take Pleasure Seriously at the Magnum Invasion

[L-R] Azira Shafinaz, Malaysian Singer-songwriter - DeFam; Alysha Wong (王矎äș‘) , Senior Brand Manager, Magnum, Unilever Malaysia; Amelia Henderson, Malaysian Model & Actress; Koh Tsu-Lynn (高淑铃), Marketing Manager, Ice Cream, Unilever Malaysia; Kittie Yiyi, Malaysian Fashion Designer.

Malaysians indulge in an immersive experience curated by Magnum’s M-bassadors inspired by the all new Magnum Macadamia Salted Caramel

KUALA LUMPUR, October 2019 For the first time ever in Malaysia, the majestic Magnum Mansion opened its doors to Malaysians in conjunction with the launch of the all new Magnum Macadamia Salted Caramel. Magnum has teamed up with three local M-bassadors – Amelia Henderson, Azira Shafinaz and Kittie Yiyi – to represent various pillars of pleasure through an immersive experience that brings the Magnum Mansion to life.

Inspired by the taste of the all new Magnum Macadamia Salted Caramel – the perfect balance of the velvety smooth salted caramel flavoured ice cream dipped in thick cracking Belgian Milk chocolate and crunchy roasted Australian Macadamias, the Magnum Mansion is designed to deliver superior Magnum pleasure journey to all Malaysian Pleasure Seekers.

Opening its doors for a limited time, explore the Magnum Mansion with us and indulge in the 3 chambers – Travel, Music and Fashion – specially curated by Magnum’s local M-bassadors:

THE TRAVEL CHAMBER BY AMELIA HENDERSON

Travel through every layer of the new Magnum Macadamia Salted Caramel and learn how all these worldly ingredients culminate in one pleasurable experience; specially curated by Amelia Henderson. As a global supermodel of the world, Amelia’s job has taken her to exotic places far and wide,  making her a true cosmopolitan explorer who takes pleasure seriously. With her worldly experience, Magnum has paired up with her to curate this indulgent journey to inspire you to #TakePleasureSeriously. Get ready to be taken on a journey of exploration with a 270-degree panoramic view, that will transport guests into the pleasurable world of Magnum.

THE MUSIC CHAMBER BY AZIRA SHAFINAZ

Feeling full of joy or a little down? Catch all the feels in Magnum’s silent disco inspired music chamber as you indulge in the specially curated playlist by Malaysia’s Hottest Girl Group, De Fam’s sweetheart, Azira Shafinaz. Magnum has teamed up with this Supergirl to show Malaysians that you can #TakePleasureSeriously no matter what mood you’re in. Slip on the headphones and be transported to a world of pleasure as you vibe with the wave of these tunes inspired by an indulgent bite of Magnum Macadamia Salted Caramel.

THE FASHION CHAMBER BY KITTIE YIYI

Taking inspiration from Magnum’s new creation, notable local fashion designer, Kittie Yiyi, designed a special collection that will only be available at the Magnum Mansion. With Kittie’s eye for design and vision in creating head-turning pieces, her collection is set to give any fashionista pleasure donning her clothes. Style up, pose and serve indulgent looks in the Magnum x Kittie Yiyi collection!

#TAKEPLEASURESERIOUSLY AT THE MAGNUM BAR

What’s a Magnum Mansion without a bar? Magnum is giving you full reigns to #TakePleasureSeriously with the chance to indulge in a limited edition designed Magnum Macadamia Salted Caramel! Pleasure seekers can stand a chance to choose from 3 beautifully designed Magnums right here at the Magnum Mansion with the purchase of 3 boxes of Magnum Mini Multipack or Magnum Multipack ice creams.

A day without pleasure is a day lost! Be it your love for travel, music, fashion or ice cream, Magnum wants to inspire you to #TakePleasureSeriously, the same way Magnum takes ice cream craftsmanship seriously by using only the highest quality ingredients to ensure its finest taste. 

JOIN US AT THE MAGNUM MANSION!

Details as below:

  • Date/Day: 24 – 28 October 2019, Thursday – Monday
  • Time: 10am – 10pm
  • Venue: Sunway Pyramid (LG2, Blue Concourse)
  • Date/Day: 30 October – 3 November 2019, Wednesday – Sunday
  • Time: 10am – 10pm
  • Venue: 1 Utama Shopping Centre (LG, Oval Concourse New Wing)

Pre-register at Magnum’s website (https://www.magnumicecream.com/my/en/home.html) to enter the Magnum Mansion. Stay tuned for more information and updates on Magnum Malaysia Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/MagnumMalaysia/).

Click here to purchase the all new Magnum Macadamia Salted Caramel on Lazada.

Get your Deepavali cravings delivered right to your doorstep!

Celebrate the festival of lights with some of these fan favourite delicious Indian cuisines.

With just a few more days to the festival of lights, some of us might already be thinking about all the spicy, mouth-watering Indian cuisine we can indulge in during the festivities.

In true Malaysian spirit, this Deepavali we celebrate, as how we celebrate any other festival – through our love for food! But how much do all of us really know about the different kinds of Indian cuisine we have in Malaysia? Well here’s some of our top recommendations if you’re looking to usher in Deepavali with a scrumptious feast.

  1. Passage Thru’ India

Like its name suggests, Passage Thru’ India takes you on a culinary journey through their popular dishes from various regions in India; from Northern Indian cuisine to the spicier Southern Indian style cooking (and everything in between). This gives patrons an authentic taste of the land of spices, no matter what their preference might be.

Their menu comprises Indian staples like curries, naans as well as a section dedicated to all things from the tandoor. Some of their popular items that might sound familiar to the Malaysian palate include Chicken Tikka Butter Masala, which is sumptuous pieces of chicken tikka cooked in the tandoor to attain the smoky flavour, and then simmered in a luscious buttery gravy, Rogan Josh, tender, juicy lamb/goat meat stewed in a spice paste made of Kashmiri dried chillies, creamy homemade yogurt, cinnamon and saffron and Palak Paneer, a popular Punjabi dish featuring homemade cottage cheese cooked in pureed fresh spinach. So if you’re looking for a genuine Indian spread fit for a Maharaja, be sure to try them out!

  1. Tasty Chapathi

Tasty Chapathi prides itself in ensuring anyone can enjoy delicious North Indian food, which is known for their distinct curries that are typically thick, creamy and spicy. They are also very generous with the use of dairy such as yogurt, milk, ghee and paneer (fresh cottage cheese) in their cooking. Tasty Chapathi’s signature is their fresh, made-to-order soft Indian breads, be it chapathis, naans or pronthas. Some of their popular options include Kashmiri Naan, stuffed with mixed fruits and nuts, Mooli Prontha, which is filled with grated white radish and Aloo Prontha, which are stuffed with a mixture of spicy potatoes and onions.

If you’re looking for something a little more hearty to go with your chapathi, be sure to try some of their other popular dishes like the Malai Kofta, melt-in-the-mouth koftas dunked in creamy cashew masala gravy, Chicken Jalfrezi, marinated chicken meat cooked in a decadent thick curry sauce, and Paneer Pasanda, a vegetarian dish made with paneer slices stuffed with vibrant green chutney, mashed paneer and a mixture of nuts cooked in a rich, flavorful gravy.

  1. MTR 1924

In the south Indian city of Bangalore, Mavalli Tiffin Rooms (or MTR for short) is known to be one of the city’s oldest and most well known restaurants. Established in 1924 by three brothers, the restaurant is now run by the family’s third generation and serves an array of delicious South Indian comfort food. MTR’s success isn’t just in India as the brand has opened outlets in Singapore, Dubai and opened its doors to foodies in Malaysia last year.

The restaurant is famous for its dosas and makes them in a variety of flavors and variations such as the crisp dosa stuffed with a flavourful filling of potato masala (Masala Dosa) and the Uttapam or Onion Dosa, a thick pancake with finely chopped onions, coriander leaves topped with green chillies. MTR 1924 is so popular they’ve even made a special variation of dosa exclusively available in Malaysia and Singapore, the Pudi Dosa, which features a chutney powder, generously sprinkled over a light fluffy dosa with spiced potatoes. Staying true to their roots, all spice mixes used in their dishes are also sourced directly from the central kitchen in Bangalore, adding on to MTR’s signature taste that has made it one of Bangalore and Malaysia’s most-loved restaurants.

  1. Macha & Co
(Images from Macha & Co Facebook page)

What would the celebration of lights be without at least one mention of every Malaysian’s favourite way of eating Indian food – Banana Leaf! Fun fact, banana leaf is actually a popular South Indian way of serving rice. Macha & Co is a restaurant chain focused on revolutionizing the banana leaf dining experience by serving recipes that are passed down through three generations to-date with a modern twist.

The restaurant serves good old comfort food in the form that is all too familiar to any Malaysian, no matter where you are. Moreover, the addictive combination of steamed rice with a tantalising assortment of vegetables and side dishes banjir with curry is a medley of spices on a banana leaf and definitely makes for a finger-licking meal. To go with your banana leaf rice, their menu boasts both familiar staples as well as some uniquely modern dishes such as Chicken Briyani, Signature Stir Fried Roti Canai and their Lamb Peratal Roti Canai Roll, which is their modern twist of a roti canai stuffed with tender lamb stuffing and served with mint sauce. So if you’re looking for something a little more filling with an added kick of spice, be sure to try them out!

Whether you’re feeling adventurous to try something completely new or craving for some comforting Indian food, GrabFood has got you covered with our top picks of some of the best loved Indian cuisines to celebrate Deepavali. And if you need more reasons to treat your taste buds to a spicy, rich and flavourful culinary journey, you now don’t even have to leave the comfort of your home to do so, just GrabFood it!

*Above is a press release from GrabFood.

Five-Course Wine Pairing Dinner at Mitzo with Marques De Case Concha

Indulge in a night of splendour with modern Cantonese cuisine and Chilean wines

Singapore, 24 October 2019 â€“Modern Cantonese restaurant, Mitzo Restaurant & Bar will be presenting a five-course set menu in collaboration with Marques de Casa Concha on Friday, 15 November 2019, from 7pm onwards.

Known for his refined skills in elevating Cantonese cuisine with modern techniques, Mitzo’s Executive Chef Nicky Ng has prepared a menu that perfectly complements three different wine labels from the leading South American winery.

Under the largest Chile-based wine producer, Concha y Toro, Marques de Casa Concha showcases the diversity of Chilean terroir and the best expression of Chilean wine varieties. Consistently 92 points, the award-winning wines are renowned for their quality, charismatic character and tradition, embodying Concha y Toro’s culture and heritage in the art of winemaking. Known for their consistency, Marques de Casa Concha uses a variety of small oak barrels to achieve some of the most elegant and harmonious styles of wine.

This exclusive dinner will begin with a glass of Casillero del Diablo Devils Brut, before moving on to the delectable Appetizer Platter which consists of signature Mitzo Special Barbecued Pork, Tea-Smoked “Si Chuan” Duck and Spicy Seaweed Foie Gras. This appetiser is paired with the Marques de Casa Concha Carmenere 2016, a dark red wine which further enhances the various umami aspects of the dish with its intense notes of ripe plums, blackcurrants and dark chocolate.

Dine on the rich Double-Boiled Chicken and Conch ConsommĂ©, followed by the indulgent Baked Creamy Sesame King Prawn paired with the Marques de Casa Concha Chardonnay 2017. Combining complexity with vibrancy, the crisp white wine pairs elegantly with seafood, enhancing its silky texture and layers of pear and ripe fig.

Encapsulating Executive Chef Nicky’s flair for exquisite Cantonese fare, the Japanese Plum Noodle with Oyster in Carrot Broth is sumptuous and a flavourful end to the meal. To draw the meal to a close, feast on the decadent Fruity Milkshake with Ice-Cream served with Cheese Tart, paired with the Concha Y Toro Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc.

This five-course pairing dinner is priced at S$98++ per person, and guests who book before Wednesday, 13 November will receive an Early Bird promotion with a 10% discount on the menu upon payment. For reservations and pre-payment enquires, email ChunKiat.Ng@parkhotelgroup.com

Mitzo x Marques de Casa Concha Pairing Dinner

Day/date: Friday,15 November 2019

Time: 7pm onwards

Price: S$98++ per person

Reservations: email ChunKiat.Ng@parkhotelgroup.com

Alternatively, guests can indulge in two exquisite dishes that Chef Nicky has prepared to go along with Marques de Casa Concha that is currently available until the end of October.

Aptly titled The Perfect Pairing, guests can choose either Mitzo’s Braised Vermicelli with Seafood paired with Marques de Casa Concha Chardonnay 2017. While the Mitzo’s XO Fried Rice with Lobster Meat, Vegetables and Mushroom will be paired with Marques de Casa Concha Carmenere 2016.

Ideal for two, the pairing is priced at S$95++ (U.P. S$128++). Guests can call +65 6603 8855 or email rsvn@mitzo.sg for reservations and enquiries.

Mitzo Presents The Perfect Pairing

Dates: 1 September until 31 October 2019

Time: 12pm – 2.30pm and 6.30pm – 10.30pm

Price: S$95++ per pairing (U.P. S$128++)

Reservations: +65 6603 8855 / rsvn@mitzo.sg

Vinamilk upgrades infant formula with Japanese ingredients, launches Yoko Gold

Vietnamese dairy companies are upgrading the infant formula category by introducing Japanese quality products tailored to the needs of Vietnamese infant and young children.

Vinamilk has recently unveiled Yoko Gold for newborn to 6 years old. The range is divided into three stages with stage one for 0 to 1 year old (packaging sizes: 350g & 850g), stage two for 1 to 2 years old (packaging sizes: 350g & 850g) and stage three for 3 to 6 years old (packaging size: 850g).

Yoko Gold contains ingredients imported from Japan including GOS/FOS with a ratio of 9:1, taurin and calcium, DHA from algae is imported from Switzerland and the BB-12 probiotics is imported from Denmark to support growth.

Yoko Gold is also available in ready-to-drink milk in 180ml and 110ml packs.

In April 2019, Vinamilk’s competitor Nutifood entered into a joint venture with Asahi to set up Asahi-NutiFood to market made-in-Japan Wakodo infant formula in Vietnam. The milk powder is produced using Japanese technology to reduce the problem of constipation and diarrhea due to the indigestion of beta lactoglobulin.

Also available is Wakodo Mom with GOS, folic acid and DHA for pregnant mothers.

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