Indonesia’s Monysaga Prima, the maker of Mony grass jelly (cincau) drink, has shown us how it is possible to combine traditional grass jelly with kurma or date palm. The company has already innovated with grass jelly with sweet flavours like honey and cocopandan as well as green tea. For grass jelly manufacturers in Malaysia, Mony serves as an example on how grass jelly drink can move forward.
Mony Kurma has already been launched in the past few months.
Delfi has brought Black Thunder, a cocoa-flavored cookie bar mixed with Japanese-style rice puffs, coated with chocolate, to Malaysia. The chocolate company first formed a strategic alliance with Japan’s Yuraku Confectionery Company in April 2017 for Indonesia.
The new joint venture company Singapore-based Delfi Yuraku Pte Ltd will be the holding company of an operating entity to be incorporated in Indonesia which will produce, market and sell products in Indonesia. Yuraku holds a 60% stake, while Delfi has the remaining 40% share.
In Indonesia, Delfi introduced Black Thunder and Big Thunder during the latter part of 2018 to capture more growth in the snacking category.
Soak in the caffeine-fueled festival which will satisfy your love for all things coffee! Malaysia’s biggest coffee festival will gather and feature world-class baristas, local coffee artisans and the latest coffee products for fellow enthusiasts of the dark brew! Running for the third year, the highly anticipated coffee event will be held at 1 Utama Shopping Centre from July 25 – 28, 2019 with more than fifty participating vendors as they celebrate Malaysia’s buzzing coffee culture.
Visitors and fans of coffee can also look forward to winning prizes in the Sure Win Dip and a Lucky Draw, as well. At the event, visitors will be able to witness and catch coffee professionals battle one another for the Malaysia Open Barista Championship and Malaysia Open Latte Art Championship titles throughout the four-day festival.
From left: Lee Seng Chee (Editor of CSR Malaysia), YB Hannah Yeoh, Ronan Lee, Dato’ R. Rajendran (CEO of CSR Malaysia)
Kuala Lumpur, 18 July 2019
– For the third year running, the nation’s leading standalone convenience store
chain, 7-Eleven Malaysia was awarded ‘Company of The Year’ in the Retail Category
at the recently held 2019 CSR Malaysia Awards.
The annual CSR Malaysia Awards is jointly organized by Corporate
Sustainability and Responsibility Malaysia Welfare Society (CSR Malaysia) and
World Sustainable Community, with the support of the Women, Family and
Community Development Ministry, where outstanding corporations in Malaysia that
have excelled in the role of change agents in the socio-economic transformation
of Malaysia and endeavour to promote sustainable economies and serve the needy
are honoured. The recipients of these awards have been
selected by a panel of high calibre judges representing corporate and social
bodies. Present at the awards was Yang Berhormat Hannah Yeoh, Deputy Minister
of Women, Family and Community Development, who also officiated the event.
“We are honoured and proud that 7-Eleven
Malaysia has been recognized for its community outreach initiatives and
environmental efforts under the 7-Eleven Community Care, a non-profit
initiative set up to implement 7-Eleven Malaysia’s CSR programmes. Over the
years, 7-Eleven has touched the lives of many from our community, including the
elderly, children and the less-fortunate as well as encouraging sustainability
efforts to conserve the environment for the well-being of our future
generations. This recognition also fuels the team’s passion and enthusiasm to
carry out more innovative CSR initiatives as well as create a longer-lasting
positive impact in the community through annual donation drives such as Semurni
Kasih and #BuatBaikTogether as 7-Eleven Malaysia is Always There For You,” said Ronan Lee, 7-Eleven Malaysia General
Manager of Marketing, who was present to receive the award.
“We strongly believe that all CSR
initiatives, no matter how big or small, is about bringing hope and uplift the
lives of those who need support whilst providing some respite to those in need
as well as educating the public and hopefully inspire change within each member
of public to be an agent of change in the betterment of their lives and the
community they are in, from developing a sense of self-philanthropy to
fostering empathy and responsibility towards the world that we live in,”
concluded Lee.
Lee also presented a
mock cheque to one of 7-Eleven Malaysia’s NGO beneficiaries, Science of Life
Studies 247 or otherwise known as SOLS 24/7, which received a contribution of
RM552, 000 for them to provide free education and carry out social empowerment
programs to underprivileged communities in Malaysia.
7-Eleven
Malaysia is the pioneer and the largest standalone 24-hours convenience store
operator in the country with over 2,340 outlets nationwide. For more
information, please log on to www.7eleven.com.my
or follow 7ElevenMalaysia on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
PT Calbee Wings Food has launched a new snack called Japota in Indonesia. Available in two flavours Umami Japanese Seaweed and Happy Honey Butter, Japota offers a thinner but crispier texture, thanks to the use of “hint-cut” technology.
The survey by Calbee Wings and Jakpat has found 51.33% of Indonesians said they like to snack while working, studying or engaging in activities. Snacking helps to improve their mood, said 50.95% of the respondents. The survey also found young Indonesians aged 18 to 25 snack on average 3 times a day.
With this in mind, the new Japota is aimed at millennials and Gen Z aged 18 to 25. The potato chips are priced at IDR 2,000 to IDR 9,500 per pack.
Celsius fitness drink is available in Malaysia. The drink provides healthy energy and is proven to accelerate metabolism and burn body fat. Unlike other energy drinks, Celsius is formulated with green tea extracts, guarana seeds, taurine, and ginger extracts to keep you awake and improve your focus. It has no sugar, fat or preservatives without having to worry about sugar highs, jitters or energy crashes.
In Malaysia, Celsius is available in Sparkling Orange (Carbonated) and Peach Mango Green Tea (Non-Carbonated). The beverage is made in Malaysia under license from US-based Celsius Inc and is certified halal by JAKIM. Liquid Marketing Sdn Bhd is the local distributor.
Celsius is available at Village Grocer, Ben’s Independent Grocer and Lazada. The price per can is RM 4.20 (350ml).
GCH Retail MoU with TAITRA - Pierre-Olivier Deplanck
GCH Retail and TAITRA collaborate to contribute to the development of the food industry by introducing more Taiwanese products in Malaysia
Cold Storage currently has more than 400 products which are produced and manufactured from the land of Taiwan
PENANG, 16 JULY 2019 – GCH Retail Malaysia and Taiwan External Trade Development Council (“TAITRA”) signed a memorandum of understanding (“MOU”) on Friday, 5 July 2019 to further improve business and trade cooperation between the two parties.
The aim of the MOU is to promote the collaboration between GCH Retail and TAITRA which will see them working together to contribute to the development of the food industry by introducing more Taiwanese products in Malaysia.
Cold Storage, a household brand that operates under GCH Retail is one that has been very well accepted in this region for providing customers with fresh as well as top quality local and imported products. Cold Storage currently has more than 400 products which are produced and manufactured from the land of Taiwan.
The products ranging from famous Taiwanese Tea, Instant Noodles, Sauces, Ready To Eat, Snack Foods, Confectionery, Biscuits, Chilled and Frozen Food, Ready To Drink tea, Beer as well as the award-winning Kavalan Whisky are now available to be enjoyed by customers. The list of the new addition to our Asian Corner shelves are not exhaustive as they are also looking forward to explore fresh produce from Taiwan such as Ai Wen Mango, White Bitter Gourd, Red Guava and many more.
Happening twice a year in various locations, the Taiwan Food Festival held under the Cold Storage banner allows customers to treat their taste buds and enjoy roadshows. The responses have been very encouraging and GCH Retail is working closely with TAITRA for the upcoming 2020 Taiwan Food Fair Festival in Malaysia.
About GCH Retail (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd
GCH Retail (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd., (GCH) a subsidiary of Dairy Farm International, is the operator of Giant hypermarkets and supermarkets chain; Cold Storage, Mercato and Jasons Food Hall premium grocery stores. Keeping abreast of latest market trends, GCH Retail continues to deliver on modern retail experiences and avails Malaysian customers to a wide array of products and produce, including quality value selections as well as premium and exclusive offerings. GCH Retail’s latest industry accolade includes being Retail Asia-Pacific’s Top 500 Gold Winner as Malaysia’s Number 1 Retailer. Operating stores across Peninsular Malaysia and in Sabah & Sarawak, GCH Retail retains a strong foothold in the local retail industry and continues to maintain a strong leadership position. (All information is correct as at 8 February 2018)
KUALA LUMPUR, July 16, 2019 – Back for the eighth instalment, the Great
Eastern LIVE GREAT Run will return this year to the iconic Bukit Jalil National
Stadium on August 17 evening.
Held annually to popular acclaim, the 12KM LIVE
GREAT Run is a fan favourite among passionate runners who are eager to
challenge themselves and beat their best personal times. Whereas the 5KM Triple
Fun Run will bring runners through three unique zones – the Bubble Zone where
the foam is non-toxic, gentle on the eyes and safe for all ages; the Colour
Zone where a brand-new slime element made from corn starch and natural food
dyes will be introduced in replacement of the coloured powder from previous
years; and the Water Zone where participants can water down in.
Participants can also look forward to a food
festival, carnival games, and many other attractions like a giant snow globe,
and airbrush tattoos for both children and adults.
The Great Eastern LIVE GREAT Run is one of the
signature events under the Great Eastern LIVE GREAT Programme, the first
integrated health and wellness initiative by an insurance company in the
region. The run was designed not only to encourage people to achieve their
fitness goals, but also to demonstrate that leading an active lifestyle can be
a fun and meaningful way to spend quality time with their loved ones.
Registration for the Great Eastern LIVE GREAT
Run 2019 closes on July 28. The registration fee is RM79 for the 12KM LIVE
GREAT Run and RM69 for the 5KM Triple Fun Run. Find out more and sign up now
for a fun-filled evening with your loved ones at https://www.livegreatrun.com.
Travelers can embark on a once-in-a-lifetime specially curated escape with Bensley to learn more about his design philosophy, behind-the-scenes tours of his creation, and more
(UBUD, BALI – 16th July, 2019) The award-winning tented camp, Capella Ubud, Bali, today unveiled an exclusive weekend with celebrated architect and hospitality designer Bill Bensley, who invites guests to accompany him on a kaleidoscope of activities perfect for art and design enthusiasts. Having created over 200 resorts, hotels and palaces in more than 30 countries, inclusive of Capella Ubud, Bali, Bensley is known for his eclectic flair and for challenging the way that hotels are built and operate, which in Capella Ubud, Bali’s case resulted in the conceptualization of the camp with minimal intervention to the natural environment as well as preserving the rich history and heritage of Indonesia.
Terrace Tent Saltwater Pool
Guests will be able to join Bill Bensley on a curated art tour through the camp grounds and Bali, participate in a sketch class, a morning run and two dinners, and will receive one personalized, signed copy of Bill Bensley’s coffee table book “Escapism,” and a drawing of the tent that guests will stay in during the weekend. The tent accommodations include high-end amenities and a relaxing 75-minutes Balinese massage.
This one-of-kind experience offers guests a truly unique way to experience Bali through the eyes of one of the world’s most iconic designers. Outlined below is a detailed list of the package offerings, combined with the amenities regularly offered at the property:
A curated guided art tour through the camp and Bali by Bill Bensley
A visit to Neka museum with a private guided tour to explore a large collection of Rudolf Bonnet’s works together with Bill Bensley who is an avid and passionate collector of Bonnet’s works followed by a picnic lunch will served en-route to the Bensley design Studio in Sanur
A trip to Bill Bensley’s favorite antique stores on the island.
A sketch class and a guided morning run with Bill Bensley
One Rijsttafel dinner at Mads Lange and an Omakase dinner at Api Jiwa hosted by Bill Bensley
One personalized, signed copy of Bill Bensley’s coffee table book “Escapism”
One personalized, a signed drawing of the tent that will be yours during this weekend
A 75-minutes Balinese massage per person
3% of percentage of the revenue that is generated by this weekend package will be donated to the Shinta Mani Foundation, an organization founded by Bill Bensley that seeks to improve the lives of Cambodians and Cambodian communities.
River Tent Living Room
Capella Ubud, Bali also gives back to the local community by supporting ongoing corporate social responsibilities programs that create employment, preserve the local cultural heritage, procuring local food and beverage products, promoting education, sustainability and preserving the environment.
The package is valid for stays from November 1, 2019 – November 3, 2019 at the one-bedroom tents. Rates start from USD 1300 plus 11% tax and 10% service charge per tent, per night. In order for guests to enjoy all of the activities, they must arrive by 11:00 am on November 1, 2019. Reservations are subject to availability. Cancellation fees of 100% of room charge with taxes for the entire stay will apply immediately upon confirmation. Nonrefundable 100% full prepayment is required at the time of reservation and are non-cancellable not changeable.
Wall’s Thailand is riding the milk tea craze with a new Milk Tea with Bubble Pearls ice cream. This stick ice cream is available at 7-Eleven Thailand for THB20.
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