7-Eleven Singapore has enriched its beverage line-up with new Almond Milk and Ginseng Chrysanthemum Tea made from shelled Eastern almonds and American ginseng respectively. Both drinks are said to follow homemade recipes and are freshly brewed in Singapore without preservatives and added colourings. The price per cup is SGD 1.90.
FamilyMary Indonesia has unveiled three new drinks – Ice Grass Jelly Classic Milk Tea, Ice Grass Jelly Klepon and Ice Boba Classic Milk Tea each priced at IDR 15,000. In Vietnam, 7-Eleven’s new drink is trà tắc (kumquat iced tea) priced at VND 10,000 (small) and VND 15,000 (large).
The examples above show a common theme of local favorites and milk tea.
KUALA LUMPUR, 17 June 2020 – Like cookies and milk, butter and kaya, some things in life are truly better together. With this in mind, Mondelez International ( Malaysia) is excited to launch the new Cadbury Dairy Milk Chipsmore!, offering chocolate fans a unique experience of taste and textures. The brand’s latest confection seeks to excite both chocolate and cookie fans by combining the best of both snacks – smooth chocolate and chunky chocolate chip cookies.
By bringing together two of Malaysia’s favourite snacks into one delicious chocolate bar, Cadbury Dairy Milk invites chocolate fans everywhere to indulge in this new combination that’s better together and special in its own way. Each bite of the new Cadbury Dairy Milk Chipsmore! is a complete experience of the taste buds. Sinking into the velvety smooth chocolate before reaching the perfect crunch of chocolate chip cookie pieces that melts in your mouth, delivering the familiar chocolatey flavour with a bite.
The introduction of the product showcases Cadbury Dairy Milk’s versatility to continuously innovate while emphasizing Mondelēz’s commitment to provide the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way for its consumers. The confectionary brand has previously introduced other interesting flavours to the delight of Cadbury Dairy Milk fans in Malaysia including Cadbury Dairy Milk Marvellous Creations, Cadbury Dairy Milk Oreo and Cadbury Dairy Milk Bubbly.
“There’s no doubt that Cadbury Dairy Milk chocolates are great on their own, but here at Mondelez Malaysia we are constantly innovating to bring our consumers a greater selection of treats. Products like Cadbury Dairy Milk Chipsmore! celebrate the union of unique taste and textures specially crafted to offer chocolate fans experiences that are better together.” shared Rahul Mathur, Category Manager, Chocolates for Mondelez International, Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand.
It is through innovative treats like the Cadbury Dairy Milk Chipsmore! that the chocolatier seeks to encourage Malaysians to create and share moments that are better together. Whether it is a picnic at the park or watching a movie, experiences like these are always enjoyed better together with friends and loved ones.
The new Cadbury Dairy Milk Chipsmore! is available in major Hypermarkets and Supermarkets, nationwide with a recommended selling price of:
The new Coca-Cola Orange Vanilla flavour, launched in Japan on 15 June 2020, has generating a lot of attention from avid Coke fans eager to try the new flavour. Now 7-Eleven Singapore is bring this unique flavour to Singapore.
The Coca-Cola Orange Vanilla imported straight from Japan will be available progressively at 7-Eleven stores for those living in Singapore.
The Nestle Everyday milk powder range in Malaysia now comes with malt flavour to offer a more flavourful way to enjoy Nestle Everyday milk. We have seen NPD activities with malt flavour including the launch of Marigold UHT malt milk in 2019.
The new Nestle Everyday Malt Milk Powder contains 48g of carbohydrate and 8g of protein per 100g compared to 55.2g of carbohydrate and 16g of protein per 100g for the existing Nestle Everyday Milk Powder.
Nestle Everyday Malt Milk Powder is formulated with Max Nutre, which features a combination of 11 micronutrients comprising 8 vitamins and 3 minerals to support growth and help in the development of red blood cells, bones and muscles. The launch of the new malt milk powder is seen as a move by Nestle to attract consumers to its Nestle Everyday range and grow share in the milk powder segment.
Nestle Everyday Malt Milk Powder is available on Shopee.
Covid or no Covid, over 800 food and drink producers from around the world show their focus on taste by submitting their products to the 2020 blind test by the International Taste Institute’s prestigious Chefs and Sommeliers. 1510 products receive the well-known Superior Taste Award.
Brussels, Belgium, June 2nd, 2020: As each year, the prestigious jury of Chefs and Sommeliers of the International Taste Institute has evaluated the taste of food and drink products registered for the Superior Taste Award certification. The results of the tests have just been released by the Taste Institute.
This year, 1510 products were certified: the names of the products awarded and of their respective producer are posted on the International Taste Institute’s website https://www.taste-institute.com.
The awards for the certified products are distributed as follows:
1 Star (“very good taste”, or a score between 70 and 80 %): 430 awarded
2 Stars (“notable taste”, or a score between 80 and 90%): 755 awarded
3 Stars (“Remarkable taste”, or a score over 90%): 325 awarded
Some producers are standing out in their focus on taste and register the same products on a regular basis. Two special awards recognize such products that keep an exceptional taste over the time: the Crystal Taste Award (3 stars for 3 consecutive years), and the Diamond Taste Award (3 stars, 7 times over 10 years). This year 35productswere awarded theCrystal Taste Awardand 16 products received the exclusive Diamond Taste Award. These remarkable products come from all over the world.
All the products certified passed a rigorous sensory evaluation by reputed Chefs and Sommeliers from different European Culinary Associations according to a blind tasting methodology. Each drink or food product is attributed a taste score and depending on the results, it may receive the well-known “Superior Taste Award” certification.
Why are quality conscious producers constantly challenging themselves on the taste of their products? “Producers know that consumers expect tasty products, and they want to deliver on this … “ said Eric de Spoelberch, Managing Director of the International Taste Institute, “…there is so much choice for the consumer that producers need to be in a mindset of constant product improvement, whether for new products or for their existing products”. And indeed, in a 2019 survey by the International Food Information Council Foundation, 86% of consumers stated taste as their primary reason for buying a product, far ahead of the next criteria, price with 68%, or healthfulness with 62%.
During the Covid crisis, producers played a vital role as they have had to continue food and drink production despite very difficult circumstances. Despite the workload, they were numerous to continue focusing on taste, as shown by the high participation to the 2020 Superior Taste Award evaluation. “Quality is very important for us and taste is a key aspect of quality. The evaluation helps us validate that our products are tasty and of the highest quality. After all, consumers will not buy a product again if they didn’t enjoy it the first time. We producers have to earn the trust of consumers on a daily basis and this certification shows that we take taste seriously…” commented Andre Woldt, Category Development Manager Global Cider – Heineken International, who registered products this year again.
Stijn Roelandt – Sous-Chef at Hof van Cleve, 3 Michelin stars – explains how he and his colleagues perform the evaluations for the International Taste Institute: “It’s a strict process. The products are blind tasted; this means that the samples are anonymized: we do not see the packaging and do not know the brand name nor the producers’ name; we don’t even know from which country it comes. This forces us to be completely objective as we do the sensory analysis. Only truly good products are certified”.
To conclude, the jury and the staff of the International Taste Institute address their warm congratulations to all the food and drink producers with awarded products in 2020.
Zouk Singapore has concocted a new line of bottled cocktails that pays tribute to Singaporean favourites – Teh Peng, Milo Gao and Asam Guava. The bottled cocktails, crafted by Zouk’s mixologists, are inspired by nostalgic and local flavours.
The circuit breaker measures has forced Zouk to move part of its business onto e-commerce platform ZoukSHOP and Lazada store to sell merchandise, alcohol, cocktail and food.
The new fresh-to-order cocktail will surely generate a lot of buzz for Zouk and channel sales to its e-commerce platform.
Consumers can pre-order from Lazada until Wednesday (17 June 2020) to enjoy a 20% discount. There will be a 10% discount for order during 18-25 June 2020. The Teh Peng Bottled Cocktail 500 ml and the Asam Guava Bottled Cocktail 500 ml are respectively priced at SGD 60 and can serve four people. Milo Gao Bottled Cocktail 250 ml is available for SGD 35.
Zouk will be going on LazLIVE on 17 June 2020 at 3PM SGT.
Find out more about the latest line of bottled cocktails, and join @queensbarbyzouk’s Head Mixologist Ashwin Raj and Absolut Vodka’s Brand Ambassador Brendon Khoo as they take you through their favourite cocktail recipes and dish out Lazada voucher prizes along the way!
Singapore’s Off Day Beer Company has launched All Together Beer, a juicy and smooth New England IPA, 6.0% ABV. The All Together Beer is a collaboration project initiated by Other Half Brewing Co (US). Alongside over 825 breweries globally, Off Day Beer Company has taken this open-source recipe and given it its own twist
SGD 2 from the proceeds of each bottle or pint purchased directly from Off Day Beer Company or its stockists will go towards the funding of free meals for friends in the struggling hospitality industry. More details on meal redemption will be announced towards the end of June 2020.
Other participating breweries in Southeast Asia include Palaweño Brewery in Puerto Princesa City, Palawan, Puma Brewing Company in Bangkok, Pasteur Street Brewing Company in Ho Chi Minh City and Kalasag Craft Brewery in Laguna.
In addition to All Together Beer, the Off Day Beer Company is offering seasonal releases Melon (Watermelon Mint Sour, 4% ABV) and Sunglow (Tropical IPA, 6%ABV) as transportive drink to bring drinkers on a vacation in a bottle during the lockdown.
South Korea’s Orion said it has started selling Jeju Volcanic Water in China and Vietnam. The premium mineral water brand, first launched in South Korea in December 2019, is naturally filtered from basalt in Jeju Island. The volcanic mineral water is rich in calcium and magnesium.
The water is marketed as 好丽友熔岩泉 (Orion Rong Yan Quan) in China. In Vietnam, the premium water is aimed at large cities such as Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh.
Malaysia – Buying a Father’s Day gift can be tricky. To make your search easier this year, Philips is recommending a list of essential appliances for every type of dad, whether he’s a home chef, a fitness enthusiast or just looking to stay well groomed.
Here is a guide to help you with your Father’s Day shopping this year.
An electric shaver for the modern dad
While working from home, dad might have forgotten to trim his beard and what better way to help him get groomed than with a new electric shaver.
The Philips Shaver S9000 Prestige provides ultimate closeness and comfort for an electric shave that is as close as a blade. The Philips S9000 Prestige can easily transform into a beard styler, a precision trimmer or a cleansing brush with the SmartClick precision attachment system, by simply clicking the desired attachment onto the handle. The Philips Shaver S9000 Prestige is available for purchase on Harvey Norman.
Besides the S9000 Prestige, Philips also has the ultimate styling and precision tool for dad with the Philips Multigroom Series 7000. The Multigroom Series 7000 comes with 14 premium tools which allows dad to conveniently trim and style his facial hair, keeping his grooming in tip-top shape. The Philips Multigroom Series 7000 is available for purchase on Harvey Norman.
An all-in-one appliance to get creative in the kitchen
If your dad is passionate about cooking, look no further than the Philips Premium Airfryer XXL. This device provides a healthier alternative to cooking by leveraging a fat removal technology that separates and captures excess fats so that you can take care of your health and still enjoy your favourite foods.
The Philips Premium Airfryer XXL is also a great way to enjoy fast foods such as French fries and burgers, which can be made in a matter of minutes with the device. The Philips Premium Airfryer XXL is available for purchase on E.S.H Electrical.
A blender for healthy and wholesome smoothies
With the Philips ProBlend 6 Blender, dad can enjoy healthy smoothies to kick-start his day. With ProBlend 6 3D technology, 1400 watts of power and speeds up to 35,000 RPM, enjoy smoother smoothies and blends with just the right taste and texture. Proven to motivate people to increase fruits and vegetables in their diet. The Philips ProBlend 6 Blender is available for purchase on Harvey Norman.
A coffee machine for that freshly brewed coffee at home
Most Malaysian dads start their day with a hot cup of coffee. For the coffee-loving dad, the Philips 3200 Series LatteGo, the coffee machine will ensure that he’s got his morning cuppa just the way he likes it.
Designed for coffee lovers, the Philips LatteGo will allow dad to enjoy fresh, fuss-free, and high-quality café style coffee in the comfort of the home. The coffee machine can also cater to his preferences by allowing him to create up to five aromatic coffees including brewed coffee, latte macchiato, cappuccino, espresso and americano with a simple touch of a button.
If dad is looking for more ways to customize his coffee, then the Philips 5000 Series LatteGo is just the coffee machine for him. Whether he is craving for an espresso, a coffee or a milk-based recipe, this super-automatic machine delivers a perfect bean to cup experience with no hassle and in no time.
The Philips LatteGo is available for purchase at selected Harvey Norman stores across Malaysia.
A smart electric toothbrush for a confident smile everyday
A great cup of coffee is undoubtedly what makes his morning but with that comes maintaining a healthy oral care regime! With regular dentist visits on hold, the Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Sonic electric toothbrush can help dad ensure that his teeth and gums remain in pristine condition. The Philips Sonicare DiamondClean is available for purchase in selected Harvey Norman stores in Malaysia.
Click here to purchase from Philips official store on Shopee and Lazada.
SERDANG, 15 June 2020 – OURFARM, a new business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce platform, is set to revolutionise the agribusiness supply chain, enabling farmers to connect directly to businesses and boost their income by eliminating middlemen costs providing logistical support that farmers to fulfil orders directly to businesses.
The platform was launched today by Minister of Agriculture and Food Industries (MOA) YB Datuk Seri Dr. Ronald Kiandee, Executive Chairman of AirAsia Group Datuk Kamarudin Meranun and CEO of AirAsia Group Tan Sri Tony Fernandes.
OURFARM leverages AirAsia’s robust all-encompassing ecosystem, which includes cargo, logistics and payment capabilities along with its significant database of businesses and consumers. Furthermore, the platform, at zero onboarding cost, offers farmers a chance to receive training on digitalising their business with e-commerce courses from RedBeat Academy.
In line with the government’s National E-commerce Roadmap agenda to future-proof existing businesses and to expand local market access, OURFARM is established as a strategic partnership with MOA and will support over 1,000 government contract farmers as well as owners of private farms.
Executive Chairman of AirAsia Group Datuk Kamarudin Meranun said: “Digital innovation is one of our key cornerstones, and we would like to thank the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industries for recognising the value in OURFARM. This platform is a disruptor and will help many small businesses by reducing the cost of fresh produce procurement by up to 25% as they will be able to source directly from the agriculture producers. We have learnt from the experience of running our inflight meal catering and our recently launched Santan Cafe, where we also faced challenges of high prices for fresh produce.
Importantly, OURFARM will help increase the profit margins of agriculture producers by eliminating middlemen costs. This platform provides a more efficient supply chain management system which supports the food security agenda of the nation. With Asean being identified as the most productive agriculture basket in the world, we also plan to expand this platform to support other parts of the region in the long-term.”
YB Datuk Seri Dr. Ronald Kiandee, Minister of Agriculture and Food Industries commented, “The Ministry has been proactive in engaging industry players, especially in helping to match businesses to e-commerce platforms on both the business-to-consumer (B2C) and business-to-business (B2B) fronts. This strategic partnership between MOA and OURFARM will create a new ecosystem that can help agribusiness expand and have a wider reach, while giving end-consumers better value for their money. We applaud the AirAsia Group for introducing a disruptor brand and platform like OURFARM and hope that it can contribute towards availability, accessibility, affordability and stability of the agro-food and agribusiness sector in Malaysia.”
OURFARM’s last-mile solution will be powered by Teleport, the logistics arm of AirAsia Group as well as TheLorry.com.
Radzi Tajuddin and Nadhir Ashafiq, Co-founders of OURFARM said: “This disruption is a long time coming. For the last 60 years, farmers, breeders and fishermen in general have had a small pie in the food supply chain ecosystem. Based on research made by the Malaysian Anti Competition Commission (MyCC), these food producers only earn approximately RM1.50-RM2.00 for every RM10.00 of product sold.
“Core success factors for this platform rest upon technology, big data and logistics. OURFARM has all these 3 elements. We differentiate by having a network of 7,000 lorries and pickup trucks that can be mobilised in 60 minutes to perform pickup and delivery. This ensures the freshness of the product while at the same time providing cost savings to our farmers. We strongly believe with the advent of digital technology – OURFARM is able to improve their livelihood and income just like the producers in Japan and China.”
OURFARM will also provide other benefits, including credit terms to support business buyers and the ability to prevent wastage as buyers can scale their purchase volume according to their actual needs through the website.
OURFARM currently covers the Klang Valley area, with plans to expand the business connecting producers and businesses nationwide in the near future, including the potential to build in export/import capabilities and regional expansion in the longer term.
To sign up, interested businesses can visit the OURFARM website at www.ourfarm.asia.
About OURFARM
OURFARM was established with the aim of providing solutions for both fresh producers and F&B clients. We’ve been brewing the idea for the past few years, and now we can finally reveal our agriculture e-commerce platform- connecting farmers and producers directly to hotels, restaurants and catering clients – providing higher margin for both producers and buyers.
This platform is a collective effort by AirAsia with the full support of the Ministry of Agriculture.
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