Farm Fresh Malaysia offers new Ramadan menu - TAWA RIA, JA-MOO SELERA

MALAYSIA’s well known dairy brand, Farm Fresh together with its restaurant, The Acre located at Seri Kembangan, have come up with an exciting Ramadan menu, TAWA RIA, JA- MOO SELERA from 24th March to 20th April 2023, from 6pm-10pm.

The Acre, a restaurant set on a farm, surrounded by green fields and grazing cows offers a beautiful backdrop for visitors and customers.

Farm Fresh runs The Acre in partnership with Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) and the normal operating hours are from Tuesday to Sunday 10am-5pm.

With the special Ramadan menu of TAWA RIA, JA-MOO SELERA, adults are given special rates of RM 98 per pax and it’s free for toddlers aged 3 and below.

The Acre offers a further discount of 30% for senior citizens, aged 60 and above and for those 4-12 years old, a discount of 50% is being offered.

For senior citizens, RM69 is a bargain for good food and wonderful surroundings to bring your family to celebrate Ramadan.

Among the menu highlights, Kambing Golek Bukhary, grilled on the spot, Ikan Bakar, Chicken and Beef Satay and for extras, there are a variety of desserts.

For further information and bookings; https://bit.ly/TawaRiaJa-mooSelera

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MGB Berhad showcases Pangsapuri Saujana Indah offers affordable and convenient living in Johor Bahru

SELANGOR: MGB Berhad (“MGB” or the “Group”) (a subsidiary of LBS Bina Group Berhad), a construction and property development solutions provider, proudly presents - Pangsapuri Saujana Indah, a new residential development, offers affordable and convenient living in Johor Bahru. Developed by MGB, the official construction arm of LBS, the 2.6-acre freehold property comprises 988 units spread across two towers with a total GDV of RM 437 million.

This newly developed apartment strategically located within the southern gem offers a range of units with prices starting from RM352,000. Tower A offers 393 units across 37 floors, while Tower B offers 595 units across 37 floors. The development’s unique selling points include its accessibility via major highways, such as the North-South Expressway, the new coastal highway to Iskandar Puteri, the Pasir Gudang Highway, the Eastern Dispersal Link Expressway (EDL), JB East Coast Highway, and Senai-Desaru Highway.

The development is also only 20 minutes away from the Custom & Immigration Quarantine Complex (CIQ), making it a convenient location for frequent travellers. Pangsapuri Saujana Indah is set in the sprawling township of Molek and Johor Jaya, where the towers soar to the sky. The development is in close proximity from the Daiman 18 Golf Club, making it an ideal location for golf enthusiasts, and amenities are accessible from Pangsapuri Saujana Indah as it is located near several vibrant areas.

Enjoy the array of amenities, such as swimming pool, kids playground, multipurpose hall, surau, BBQ station, fitness zone and gymnasium for gym goer as well as outdoor park which includes an outdoor running track that encourages a healthy lifestyle, to jumpstart Johor Jaya city living with key places to explore within the neighbourhood.

Residents of Pangsapuri Saujana Indah can also enjoy easy access to various leisure facilities, including the Austin Height Water Theme Park, located just 10 minutes away from the property. For nature lovers or green activists, the development is close to Seri Alam Lake Garden and Seri Alam Blue Lake, with breathtaking views, and is well-known among hikers.

Pangsapuri Saujana Indah offers a perfect combination of affordability and convenience, making it an ideal place for families and professionals looking for a comfortable living experience in Johor Bahru.

Tan Sri Lim Hock San, Executive Vice Chairman of MGB Berhad says “Above and beyond its exceptional accessibility, connectivity, and quality, Pangsapuri Saujana Indah is a project that stems from a company with a solid track record which has proven capabilities and financial strength. This provides us an upper hand in delivering the project on time and within budget, all of which ultimately allows our homebuyers to feel confident and brings them peace of mind even prior to getting the keys to their future home.”

Pangsapuri Saujana Indah will be the latest participating project for the LBS Fabulous Extra 2022-23 campaign where homebuyers stand exclusive chances to bring home RM1.5 million worth of amazing lucky draw prizes. Prizes include 22 units of Perodua Axias, 41 units of SM Sports 110R motorcycles, 33 units of Sony 5.1 Cinema Home Soundbars, 46 units of Decathlon Rockrider ST30 mountain bikes, Panasonic 40” Televisions and much more.

More details on Pangsapuri Saujana Indah can be found at https://mgbgroup.com.my/our-expertise/pangsapuri-saujana-indah/.

Tan Sri Lim Hock San, Executive Vice Chairman of MGB Berhad.

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Building a world-class telecommunications and digital infrastructure network

REDtone Digital Berhad has a long history of being a well-respected brand in Malaysia, established in 1996, having evolved from being a voice provider to a leading integrated telecommunications and digital infrastructure services provider today, winning awards and accolades both locally and internationally.

Since 2015 REDtone has been a subsidiary of Berjaya Corporation Sdn Bhd.

A well respected home-grown brand, REDtone has grown to become a leading provider of integrated telecommunications and digital infrastructure services for organisations with a broad customer base, ranging from corporate customers, conglomerates, multinationals and public listed companies, SMEs and government linked companies (GLCs).

Even after 27 years, REDtone’s CEO Lau Bik Soon remains passionate on its mission statement, “to serve and make a positive impact on the community and organizations by delivering reliable and cost-effective digital infrastructure and solutions.”

One of the many ways REDtone delivers on its mission statement is by supporting the government’s efforts in providing mobile and internet access to underserved communities and areas, including Sabah and Sarawak.

Thus, expanding on its track record and positive momentum in broadband, data connectivity as well as telco and network engineering and know how, REDtone has expanded its wings into a new area, Managed Telco Network Services (MTNC) in 2013.

Managed Telco Network Services

The company first expanded into the telco engineering business in 2012, when REDtone was awarded the Kampung Tanpa Wayar (KTW) project.

Within a span of ten years, REDtone has successfully rolled out numerous large scale projects for government initiated projects such as Jendela, Time-3(T3), Pusat Ekonomi Digital (PeDI) and other Universal Service Provision (USP) initiatives.

Pusat Ekonomi Digital or Digital Economy Centres were set up to provide high-speed broadband internet services, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and e-commerce training, and training facilities that have contributed to equality in digital opportunities, while increasing local economic levels.

The aim remains to promote digital inclusion, so everyone can thrive.

MTNS includes building, maintaining and operating large-scale wifi hotspots, cellular base stations and fibre infrastructure.

Its telco engineering work encompasses the installation of towers and infrastructure, as well as the installation of equipment and electronics related to public cellular service, under the concept of MOCN (Multi Operator Core Network) allows other cellular operators access to a single radio network in underserved areas across the country.

MTNS has successfully made inroads into East Malaysia covering areas such as Belaga, Belaru, Lawas, Limbang, Marudi, Miri, Sebauh and Tatau in Sarawak, while In Sabah, Beluran, Kalabakan, Keningau, Nabawan Pensiangan, Tawau and Tongod, providing the necessary infrastructure in remote and rural areas.

Through the Jendela Project, otherwise known as Jalinan Digital Negara, the government’s aim remains to improve digital infrastructure for communities in Malaysia.

REDtone todate has built and operates close to 350 telco towers and by the end of the Jendela Project, 600 towers would be completed.

REDtone provides mobile coverage to rural areas, where it builds and operates mobile networks, regardless of which network is involved. This ensures connection for the communities involved

For REDtone, the biggest challenge remains the remoteness of locations and isolated nature of communities, especially in Sabah and Sarawak, where the rugged terrain poses a barrier to connectivity.

The key aspect to bringing connectivity is the existence of infrastructure, and REDtone is recognized as one of the largest USP service providers and the largest Neutral MOCN (Multi Operator Core Network).

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Honey Sweet Taichung Murcott Wows Malaysian celebrity chef

KUALA LUMPUR: The delightfully delicious and juicy Taichung murcott from Taiwan is coming to Malaysia!

This exquisite citrus fruit’s fragrance and juiciness won the approval of Malaysian Celebrity Chef Mohd Johari Edrus (Chef Jo).

Chef Jo fell in love at the very first bite and remarked “This is so delicious (sangat enak)!”

The Taichung Murcott Media Gathering is jointly organised by the Shihgang District Farmers Association and the Dongshi District Farmers Association to introduce the fruit to the Malaysian media, and the event was attended by Director of Economic Division, Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Malaysia, James Chang, Director of Taiwan Trade Center Kuala Lumpur, Eva Peng and President of KL Standing Committee, Taiwan Chamber of Commerce & Industry in MalaysiaTsai Hsin Tien.

Murcott, also known as honey tangerine or honey murcott, is a sweet citrus fruit known for its thin peel, delightful fragrance, delicate pulps, sweet, juicy, and somehow sour.

With its honeysweet juiciness, it truly lives up to its “honey” moniker and every bite feels like an explosion of the freshest fruit juice.

According to Director of Marketing Department, Shihgang District Farmers’ Association of Taichung City, Fu Yu Chin, Taichung is famous for its high-quality citrus products with ponkans and murcott being two of the district’s key citrus exports.

Murcotts are in season between December to February and the cultivation area of 598 hectares yield an annual output of 11,010 metric tons, making Taichung the largest murcott production area in Taiwan.

The fruits are mainly grown in Dongshi, Shihgang and Xinshe districts.

Currently, 20 metric tons of Taichung murcott are bound for Malaysia and there are plans to export more fruits to Singapore and Malaysia in the future.

A total of 100 metric tons of murcotts are expected to be exported this year.

James, in his opening address that the bilateral trade between Malaysia and Taiwan hit the record high of 37 billion US dollars in 2022, a growth of 36% over 2021.

He urged Malaysian government to support Taiwan’s bid to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) to further boost trade performance between Taiwan & Malaysia.

As part of the promotion campaign, the Taichung City Government invited Chef Jo to work his culinary magic to transform the Taiwanese murcott into delectable Malay kuih to add a little citrus flavour of Taiwan during this year’s Iftar feasts.

Chef Jo served as a judge on the popular culinary program “Master Chef” and became the face of the program with fans started calling him Master Chef.

The Master Chef strongly recommends the fruit and praised its juicy sweetness and its distinctive citrusy aroma which lends it perfectly to all occasions.

He created two special pastries, a sweet Malay-styled kuih and a fruit tart, to transform the unique flavours of murcott into delectable delicacies.

The Taichung murcotts will be available from the 25th of March at many quality merchants across Malaysia including Harvest Impact, Jaya Grocer, Aeon, Cold Storage, Star Grocer, and Wholefood Express. There will be free tasting events at Star Grocer & Whole Foods on the 25th and 26th of March, and Aeon on the 1st and 2nd of April. Don’t miss out this chance to get your hands on this delicious fruit!

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sCookX Asia launch Manis-Manis Raya giveaway campaign

Food and family are the hallmarks of Ramadhan, and what better way to celebrate it than with something manis? Together with The Food Merchant and KHIND, cooking videos sharing app CookX Asia is kickstarting the festivities with their Manis-Manis Raya Campaign — an exciting two-in-one giveaway and social media contest to hero home-cooked food and family bonding through culinary delights.

To start, CookX will be distributing free Raya-themed ecopacks to 500 walk-in customers at all The Food Merchant outlets across the Klang Valley, on a first-come-first-served basis starting 25th March 2023. These lucky early birds only need to show the downloaded app on their mobile to CookX crew and will get to bring home the ingredients to try their hand at CookX’s brand-new Raya recipe: Rasa Sayang Nougat Candy made from aromatic pandan, fresh coconut, almonds, fluffy marshmallows, and milk powder.

But it doesn’t stop there — with just a simple picture of their heart work, eco-pack recipients also stand a chance to win festive goodies or top-of-the-line appliances from KHIND! To participate in the Manis-Manis Raya social media contest, all they need to do is:

1.Get your free Pandan Coconut Nougat Eco-Pack from The Food Merchant Grocery store outlets

2.Make your nougat and post a picture on IG/FB

3.Tag @cookxasia @thefoodmerchant.my @khindmalaysia

4.Tag your friends & they get a free eco-pack too! (pick up from TFM outlet) *While stock last

5.Hashtag: ManisManisRayaBersamaCookxAsia

Four lucky winners will be bringing home shiny new KHIND appliances as well as eco-packs for various Raya goodies like Cornflake Cookies, Chocolate Butter Cookies, Nasi Briyani & Chicken Rendang. The contest will run from 25th March 2023 to 15th April 2023, with winners announced on the 2nd, 9th and 16th of April throughout the Ramadhan period.

What’s more — in the festive spirit of ‘sharing is caring’, tagged friends and family will also automatically be in the running to win their own free nougat eco-packs.

“The Manis-Manis Raya campaign is our way of celebrating how food and cooking can bring people together, helping them connect or even re-connect during festive times,” shares Mia Wong, Chief Product Officer of CookX Asia. “Just as our campaign tagline is ‘mulut manis, hati manis’, we believe that great food comes hand-in-hand with great joy! We wanted Malaysians to experience more — more time with family, more good food, more shared memories, and more togetherness as a whole.”

Riuh raya with a new celebrity brand ambassador: Abang Brian

CookX Asia is also ushering in the Ramadhan festivities with a brand new face on their illustrious team of Brand Ambassadors — celebrity chef Brian Chen, more affectionately known as Abang Brian.

An auditor turned chef, Abang Brian rose to fame as a top 10 finalist on MasterChef Malaysia and is currently an adjunct instructor at Le Cordon Bleu Malaysia. On top of almost a decade’s experience in the food and media industry, he is a serial entrepreneur and investor familiar with the online live commerce space. He is also passionate about integrating food into early childhood education and co-owns Young Chef’s Academy in Malaysia, an international franchise that specialises in cooking classes for children.

“I’m excited to cook up great things with the CookX Asia team — especially when it comes to helping budding chefs, of all ages this time, explore different recipes and food opportunities! The social aspect of the app really stood out to me, as I’ve always looked for ways to mix food, media, and social sharing together,” he shares.

Together with food writer extraordinaire Marina Mustafa, and fellow CookX Ambassador Chef Dong, Abang Brian will be driving CookX Asia’s campaigns and initiatives, starting with the Manis-Manis Raya campaign.

To find out more about CookX Asia, please visit: https://cookx.asia/

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Carlsberg Asia Graduate Trainee Program is back

Carlsberg Malaysia invites all young graduates who have a thirst for greatness to kickstart a fulfilling career with one of the world’s largest breweries offering international opportunities with its Carlsberg Asia Graduate Trainee Program (GTP).

Running from now till 30 April 2023, the 2023 intake application will offer shortlisted candidates an accelerated 24-month learning adventure at Probably The Best Beer Company with different exposure across multiple markets in Asia and various functions, ranging from Commercial, Supply Chain and Corporate Functions.

“This year, we will further strengthen the Graduate Trainee Program by providing our future leaders a more comprehensive learning of our business and the brewing industry. Through this programme, we aim to empower our graduate trainees to pursue personal growth and development aligned with our culture of continuous learning and development. Our GTP represents our commitment to human capital investment and providing them with platforms to succeed,” said Pauline Lim, Human Resources Director of Carlsberg Malaysia.

“At Carlsberg Malaysia, we continue to provide opportunities to fresh graduates to learn, network, explore and grow together across the region. One of the most unique experiences is a 4-month regional exposure, whereby they will have the opportunity to work either in Singapore, Hong Kong, Laos, Cambodia, or Vietnam, which are part of the core Asian markets of the Carlsberg Group,” Lim added.

“We are proud to share that our Company has produced a group of exceptional graduate trainees from the intakes of 2014 and 2019, now aged between 26 and 31, who have advanced to roles with greater responsibilities like Assistant Manager in Marketing, two managers in production and head of Warehouse & Distribution,” Lim shared.

Sam Zhi Qian, 25, a Commercial Graduate Trainee from the 2022 intake said, “Carlsberg is also about openness and inclusivity, which I’ve seen the company offering opportunities to employees to experience roles that cater to their interests, and this would certainly play a role in effective career development amongst talents in the company.”

John Lau, 26, a Supply Chain Graduate Trainee also from the 2022 intake: “During my 8-month tenure here, Carlsberg Malaysia has proven itself to be a purpose-driven company living by Carlsberg’s golden words – Brewing for a Better Today and Tomorrow.

“With everyone striving towards a common goal, my colleagues are willing to spend time and patiently share their knowledge with me. On top of gaining these new shared experiences, it allowed me to produce more creative solutions. I would say that I have also sharpened my interpersonal skills as I work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds, working together towards brewing Probably the Best Beer in the World,” he shared.

Notably, a testament to the Company’s commitment and continuous effort in driving high-performance culture, Carlsberg Malaysia was awarded seven accolades including the ‘Overall Learning Award’ by Employee Experience Award (ExA), ‘Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2022’ Award by HR Asia and Most Preferred Graduate Employers to Work for in 2022 by Graduates’ Choice Award.

Ready to hop onto this exciting journey to build a career with Carlsberg Malaysia? For more information, visit the website HERE. Submit your application and latest resume via LinkedIn or JobStreet before the application closes on 30 April 2023.

For more info and T&C, check out www.facebook.com/CarlsbergMalaysia or visit carlsbergmalaysia.com.my

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CARSOME launches its ‘Women Take the Wheel’ initiative

KUALA LUMPUR: In conjunction with International Women’s Day, Southeast Asia’s largest integrated car e-commerce platform, CARSOME, has announced its Women Take the Wheel initiative to be rolled out in Malaysia, with the company’s commitment to be more inclusive towards women.

According to CARSOME data, the number of female car buyers has risen by more than 308% in 2022, compared to the previous year. In response to feedback from its female customers on their needs and challenges when purchasing pre-owned cars, the Women Take the Wheel initiative aims to empower the female car buyer.

CARSOME Group President & Chief Financial Officer, Juliet Zhu said:

“We’ve heard the feedback of our female customers and recognize the challenges they face throughout their car ownership journey. In addition to providing trust, transparency and choice through our digitized car buying and selling experience, ‘Women Take the Wheel’ is our way of supporting women in making informed and confident decisions.

This is just the beginning, and we are excited to work with our women customers to bring more benefits in the months ahead. It is also indicative of our long-term dedication towards driving a more inclusive environment,” she said.

As part of the Women Take the Wheel initiative, CARSOME will be piloting an elevated customer experience in Malaysia for women with 11 customer specialists at selected Inspection and Experience Centers, including PJ Automall, Kepong, Kelana Jaya, Puchong, Klang, Seremban, Melaka, Skudai, Ipoh and Bayan Lepas.

These consultants will support and guide female customers to provide them with a seamless experience right from the test drive to car ownership, after which sales support would be given.

The program also kicked-off with a 30-day money-back guarantee for female customers, first of such offering in the industry and free 1 month life insurance from Fi Life, one of CARSOME’s partners in the Women Take the Wheel initiative.

This will be applied during the campaign period from 8 - 31 March 2023.

As the digital revolution sweeping across Asia, it changes how people access and navigate significant life decisions such as investment, insurance and automotive purchases, and the discussion was focused on how businesses can better anticipate the needs of women and cater to them more meaningfully.

Female customers hoping to take advantage of these offers can head over to the CARSOME Autofair 2023, from 17 to 19 March 2023 at CARSOME PJ Automall.

All CARSOME Certified cars booked during the Auto fair will be eligible for discounts of up to RM8,000, two-year’s worth of warranty and many other free gifts.

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Guinness St. Patrick’s Celebration

Calling all Guinness lovers out there! Guinness St. Patrick’s 2023 celebrations will continue at participating pubs and bars near you for the next three weeks! Make plans for a magical weekend of gathering with your loved ones, the true lucky charms in your life to celebrate all things St. Patrick’s with Guinness!

You can even commemorate the good times with Guinness by turning great memories into digital lucky charms with the exclusive Guinness St. Patrick’s Anthem, all while enjoying dance performances and participating in games to score Guinness merchandise.

What are you waiting for? Grab your lucky charms and celebrate the iconic Irish festival with Guinness! Check out guinnessstpatricks.com for more information.

*Guinness and all related promotions and activities are strictly for non-Muslims aged 21 and above only. Guinness Malaysia advocates responsible consumption and urges consumers to not drink and drive.

List of participating outlets:

♣ KLANG VALLEY (KL/SELANGOR)

Date: March 25, 2023, Saturday

► Ronnie Q, Bangsar

► Loco, TTDI

Date: March 30, 2023, Thursday

► Jiu Bar, Puchong

► Shamrock, TTDI

♣ PENANG

Date: March 24, 2023, Friday

► Sky 7 Hutong, Bukit Mertajam

► Rock Life, Bukit Mertajam

► Jamboree Garden, Bukit Mertajam

► Tavern BGM, Auto City

Date: March 30, 2023, Thursday

► W Pub (WS Galaxy), Georgetown

► Chilihead, Straits Quay, Penang

► Rockafellers Kitchen + Bar, Straits Quay, Penang

► Healy Mac Irish Bar & Rest, Straits Quay, Penang

♣ IPOH

Date: March 31, 2023, Friday

► Healy Mac Irish Bar & Rest, Ipoh

► Warehouse, Ipoh

► Haven H, Ipoh

Date: April 1, 2023, Saturday

► Healy Mac Irish Bar & Rest, Ipoh

► Warehouse, Ipoh

► St Patricks Irish Bar, Ipoh

► Rooftop Restaurant and Bar, Ipoh

♣ JOHOR BAHRU

Date: March 24, 2023, Friday

► Macgregor's, Johor Bahru

► Flanagan's Irish Restaurant, Johor Bahru

► Mac Murphy Bistro, Johor Bahru

► The Bierhaus - Taman Sentosa, Johor Bahru

Date: March 25, 2023, Saturday

► La Primeur-Taman Gaya, Ulu Tiram

► The Bierhaus - Taman Gaya, Ulu Tiram

► Capricorn F&B, Taman Gaya, Ulu Tiram

► M Signature, Johor Bahru

Date: April 1, 2023, Saturday

► Macgregor's, Johor Bahru

► Flanagan's Irish Restaurant, Johor Bahru

► Mac Murphy Bistro, Johor Bahru

► The Bierhaus - Taman Sentosa, Johor Bahru

♣ SABAH

Date: March 25, 2023, Saturday

► Wave View Bar & Lounge, Semporna

♣ SARAWAK

Date: March 25, 2023, Saturday

► The Meld, Miri

► Chill & Relax Café Bistro, Miri

► Fuduba, Miri

► Tipsy, Miri

► Black Ace KTV, Miri

► Ming Café, Miri

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Lotus’s and Kotex team up to raise awareness on feminine hygiene

IN CELEBRATION of International Women’s Day themed #EmbraceEquity, Lotus’s Stores Malaysia launched its Sis Boleh Sis campaign from Feb 26 to March 8, 2023, giving recognition to all women for their achievements and contributions.

Further driven by its #KitakanJiran spirit to help raise awareness on menstrual equity and feminine hygiene, amongst teens in underserved schools, Lotus’s Malaysia ran a two-week Sis Boleh Sis personal care product collection drive campaign in nine of its stores.

The collection aimed to provide more than 3,000 schoolgirls from 19 of Lotus’s Malaysia’s Adopted Schools with sanitary napkins, deodorant, pantyliners, feminine wash and other personal care items.

Besides this, Lotus’s Stores also teamed up with Kotex Malaysia to host 50 students and teachers at its Lotus’s Kepong store for the handing over ceremony for five of its adopted schools in the Klang Valley.

“Many of our adopted schools are located in rural areas and generally the students have limited resources and awareness on personal hygiene products, or even the knowledge on managing the changes they’re facing physically and emotionally as they mature.

Thanks to the support from customers and Kotex, we are able to do more for young girls in our adopted schools, giving them confidence and preparing them for their transition into womanhood”, said Azliza Azmel, Executive Director, Corporate Services.

“We congratulate the Lotus’s team for the successful rollout of the Sis Boleh Sis campaign.

It jives with Kotex’s mission to ensure that a period never gets in the way of a woman’s progress.

Being a part of this campaign has allowed us to scale our in-school menstrual hygiene education programme which we have been running for over two decades.

As stigma and taboos regarding periods are still prevalent in our community, we welcome more intervention from partners like Lotus, to overcome this challenge together. We pledge to continue our fight against period stigma and poverty both through education and supporting those in underserved communities,” said Ngui Siew Ching, Marketing Manager of Kotex Malaysia.

As part of its continuous efforts to eradicate period poverty, Kotex Malaysia also donated close to 4,000 packs, or over 30,000 pieces of pads to Lotus’s Sis Boleh Sis campaign to support girls from 19 adopted schools, who participated in the campaign across Malaysia.

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Philippine’s billionaire Frank Lao takes 35% stake in Malaysian homegrown brand

KUALA LUMPUR: Philippine’s billionaire Frank Lao, the guy behind two of the country’s most well-known restaurants, Choi Garden and Gloria Maris, is expanding his portfolio by investing in ZUS Coffee, a Malaysian tech-driven coffee chain.

Janica Lao, chief operating officer of the Choi Garden restaurant company has inked a deal to buy a 35% stake in ZUS Coffee.

The signing ceremony took place in Malaysia last week.

The agreement was signed with ZUS Coffee co-founder Ian Chua.

Janica said that the Choi Garden group intends to grow into the Philippines and that ZUS Coffee is a natural fit for their plans.

Frank Lao previously purchased Gloria Maris and Hai Kang seafood restaurants in Greenhills back in 2020. Janica is leading the Choi Garden group's expansion efforts, having successfully launched Spanish eatery Perro Chikko, Boba Girl Milk Tea, and Beard Papa's.

“We aim to introduce ZUS Coffee to the Philippines. ZUS Coffee is not looking at franchising; all their stores are owned by the company, and they aim to be the local champions. ZUS Coffee’s growth in Malaysia has been very quick in the last three years and they are incredibly determined in serving the local Malaysian market with localised flavours. We believe that they will do the same thing in the Philippines market,“ Janica explained.

ZUS Coffee is a cup of clean, consistent, and well-handled coffee. With the best quality ingredients, high-level coffee brewing technology, and an innovative business model, we are evolving the concept of coffee consumption to make specialty coffee affordable for everyone.

ZUS Coffee opened its first store in Malaysia in 2019. The company currently owns 197 locations across the country, with over 30 million cups delivered to date.

The brand has been rapidly expanding in Malaysia with its innovative business model of offering affordable quality products, Instagram-worthy freestanding cafés, and an automated app-based ordering and delivery system.

More than 1.5 million individuals had downloaded the app as of March 20, 2023, and there are currently over 800,000 active users every month.

Ian Chua said that the company is working to increase the number of app users through various promotional initiatives.

“We have a few incentives available through the app that encourages customers to drink our coffee and tell their relatives and friends about it,“ he said.

According to Ian Chua, the company wants to open up to 150 units in strategic areas around Malaysia this year.

“We are optimistic about the coffee market and about our company’s growth. We only have our ZUSsies and our 100 per cent Malaysian employees to thank for all our achievements thus far. We are finding that more and more people are loving our coffee, and they are requesting that we make it available in more locations and provide additional food at the counter. We will be introducing hot food to tempt their taste buds,“ he added.

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LBS launched another affordable project in KITA @ Cybersouth township

PETALING JAYA: Leading township developer, LBS Bina Group Berhad (LBS) records an exceptional take-up rate for its KITA Bestari Single Storey Houses, with more than 90% of units booked within 2 weeks after opening for booking.

Due to strong market demand for landed properties in the township, LBS launched KITA Bestari today. Sited on a Malay Reserved Land township KITA @ Cybersouth, KITA Bestari comprising of 3 property types, Single Storey Terrace Houses (413 units with a total GDV of RM217 million), Double Storey Houses (76 units with a total GDV of RM47 million), as well as Townhouses (328 units with a total GDV of RM154 million).

KITA Bestari Single Storey Houses offer practical gross built-up of 1,094 sq ft, for a four-bedroom and two-bathroom layout, which are attractively priced from RM 499,000. Whereas KITA Bestari Double storey houses are priced from RM600,000, with a gross built-up of 1,447 sq ft, and Townhouses are priced from RM459,900, with a gross built-up of 1,346 sq ft (lower unit) and 1,483 sq ft (upper unit).

LBS Executive Chairman Tan Sri Lim Hock San said, “As People’s Developer, LBS remains committed towards its goal of delivering affordable and quality housing to meet the nation’s demands. Development projects within KITA @ Cybersouth have received an overwhelming response from homebuyers since its first launch in 2018. More than 90% of units of KITA Bestari Single Storey Houses are booked within 2 weeks after opening for booking, reflecting the strong levels of confidence our customers have in LBS. As at 31 December 2022, LBS handed over a total of 2,722 units of keys to proud homeowners of KITA Harmoni Double Storey Terrace Houses, KITA Impian Serviced Apartment and Shop, and KITA Bayu Double Storey Terrace Houses and Townhouses.”

Developed based on LBS’ main pillars of affordability, connectivity and community, the selection of facilities surrounding the township is thoughtfully put together to encourage family bonding, such as takraw and basketball courts and fitness stations.

Meanwhile, this gated and guarded development, enhanced with security features, is an affordable modern-day sanctuary located away from the usual hustle and bustle - tucked away in the southern corridor of Greater Klang Valley between Putrajaya and Cyberjaya. It is easily accessible via major highways including the Putrajaya-Cyberjaya Expressway through Elite Highway, Maju Expressway (MEX), South Klang Valley Expressway (SKVE), North-South Expressway (NSE), Damansara-Puchong Highway (LDP) and Jalan Dengkil-Banting.

KITA @ Cybersouth is in close proximity to various key public amenities, such as commercial hubs, financial institutions, governmental administration centre, local and international higher education institutions, international airport, healthcare providers and many others.

KITA Bestari is one of the participating projects for the LBS Fabulous Extra 2022-23 campaign, with RM1.5 million worth of amazing lucky draw prizes to be won. Among the prizes up for grab are Perodua Axia, Motorcycles, Cinema Home Soundbars, Mountain Bikes, 40” Televisions and numerous home electrical appliances ready to be won.

LBS homebuyers will also enjoy extra incentives, such as a low booking fee of RM500, exemption of legal fees, loyalty reward, flexi payment scheme, zero exit fees, and furniture package.

For more information about KITA Bestari, please visit KITA @ Cybersouth sales gallery, from 10.00 am to 6.00 pm daily. Interested homebuyers may also visit https://virtualfair.lbs.com.my/township/cybersouth/kita-bestari-single-storey-terrace-house/ and https://virtualfair.lbs.com.my/township/cybersouth/kita-bestari-double-storey-terrace-house/ or contact 1700 81 8998.

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Industry in Campus elevates students interest in the dairy industry

SERDANG: Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), together with Farm Fresh Bhd (FFB) continues their collaboration to develop an Edutourism Centre further to increase the interest of students to venture into the dairy industry as well as nurturing their love towards agriculture by signing a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA), today.

The Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin, also attended this MoA ceremony held at Industrial Centre of Excellence, Farm Fresh at UPM.

This strategic collaboration strengthens teaching and learning activities revolving around the dairy farming processes, as well as supporting research and innovation effort in the focus area of universities and industries.

Vice Chancellor of UPM, Datuk Prof Dr Mohd Roslan Sulaiman said this agreement covers teaching and learning, research and innovation, student entrepreneurship activities as well as related skills training for UPM staff and students.

Meanwhile, Group Chief Operating Officer of Farm Fresh Berhad, Azmi Zainal said this Industry in Campus collaboration will allow students to undergo industrial training and gain experience at Farm Fresh Berhad as well as prepare themselves to compete in the working sector.

This initiative indirectly supports the 3rd Objective of UPM Strategic Plan 2021-2025 to Create A Sustainable Industry and Community Networking Ecosystem.

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Sunsuria Berhad launches Sunsuria Care Hub Community Healthcare Project

SEPANG: Sunsuria Berhad, a leading property developer in Malaysia, has launched “Sunsuria Care”, a collaborative platform for Sunsuria Berhad’s community driven initiatives.

Sunsuria Care hub is one of the first initiatives with the aim to provide the basic medical services and support to their community, starting with residents of Sunsuria City.

The maiden project under the initiative was Sunsuria Care Hub, which located at Sunsuria City Celebration Centre, aims at integrating healthcare access for Sunsuria’s multigenerational residents.

Opened on daily basis, including weekends and public holidays, the centre will be managed by a doctor assisted by two trained nurses to facilitate the township’s residents in obtaining basic health advice services either face-to-face or via phone call and WhatsApp.

Among the services provided at the Care Hub, include complementary vital signs assessment and first aid assistance for residents. Residents can also request for home nursing services and rent medical equipment from the centre at a minimal fee.

Additionally, should there be an emergency, residents can also request for immediate assistance at home. The centre will also invite medical doctors to give health talk, chiropractic demonstrations, and first aid workshops to make essential healthcare knowledge accessible for all ages.

Sunsuria held a ceremony to unveil the latest offering within its flagship development Sunsuria City. Attendees include Sunsuria Executive Chairman Ter Leong Yap, Sunsuria Healthcare Chief Executive Officer Audrey Ooi and Sunsuria Care Hub Director Diana Tan.

Following the launch, Executive Chairman Ter Leong Yap shared that the company will continue investing in the healthcare business as it could enhance social well-being of the community and served as a catalyst for the creation of recurring income streams.

“We will not sacrifice long-term benefits for short-term gains” and the company has a grand plan to expand the healthcare business,” he said.

It is targeting to expand the Sunsuria Care Hub into medical clinic by end of the year, Ter said.

The maiden medical clinic will be located at Bell Avenue in Sunsuria City, which will also offer integrated primary care services that will be staffed by doctors and have imaging equipment in-house.

Apart from upscale the format, Sunsuria also aims to roll out more Care Hubs in its upcoming developments as well as existing projects, allowing for better healthcare accessibility and support for the community and the public.

“With longer life expectancy and multigenerational living as the norm in Malaysia, the Care Hub is timely and relevant. With convenient and accessible home-based healthcare services, residents can care for their family’s wellbeing amid hectic work schedules, and achieve work-life balance,” said Audrey Ooi.

She explained multigenerational family also creates a ‘sandwich generation’ consisting of those who are typically aged between 30 and 50, who have established their own households but at the same time also need to care for their parents.

“It is quite difficult for someone to focus on their family at home due to the hectic work schedule. By bringing healthcare services closer to homes, I believed Sunsuria residents can feel relieved that their loved ones have direct access to professional emergency medical assistance when they are not at home,“ she added.

Moving forward, Sunsuria will be incorporating senior-friendly features into future developments, including the Seni Residences in Sunsuria City, Bangsar Hill Park in Bangsar, and upcoming developments. These features include a designated nursing room and medical suites in the common areas, as well as wheelchair-friendly facilities such as mini-ramps, stretcher lifts, wider doorways, and grab bars in the bathrooms.

“Making wellbeing accessible extends to designing communal amenities and spaces

with the considerations of everyone in the community in mind,” said Ter.

“We want our products and services to be inclusive, accessible, and convenient to meet the different needs of the disabled, senior citizens, and young parents,” he added.

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Shiseido launches new Eudermine activating essence

Did you know that our skin has natural self-restorative power and it is possible to regain your skin clarity and glow? Building on this message of regeneration, Shiseido has introduced the all-new Eudermine Activating Essence to boost the skin’s self-restoring power for a more radiant and rejuvenated appearance.

Eudermine, Shiseido’s first skincare product launched in 1897, was formulated using the most advanced Western pharmaceutical technology of the time. Named using the Greek words “eu” and “dermine”(derma), meaning “good” and “skin,“ Eudermine has steadily gained popularity as ‘Shiseido’s red water’ and over the years, the formulation has been continually improved to suit the needs of each generation.

Today, it has been reconceptualised as Eudermine Activating Essence, featuring innovative technologies seen in both the skincare formulation and the new replaceable packaging. The idea behind Eudermine towards the achievement of healthy and beautiful skin has remained unchanged even in today’s technologically advanced world.

Eudermine Activating Essence (145ml)

The benefit-rich essence lotion helps to tap into the skin’s own energy to unlock its full potential so that it can recharge, remove impurities, and renew itself. The product is formulated with microparticles of oil which are just 1/100 the size of emulsion that can quickly absorb deep into the stratum corneum for long-lasting moisture.

The evolution of Eudermine Activating Essence is a testimony to Shiseido’s resourcefulness in combining innovation in science with lasting beauty, having developed the world’s first leading Lifeblood technology employed in the formulation of Eudermine Activating Essence, Ultimune power-infusing concentrate and Essential Energy hydrating cream.

The unique ActiveRED Technology, powered by Lifeblood, helps the skin to focus on restoration, absorbing important nutrients along the way. As the skin renewal cycle continues, skin is hydrated, skin concerns such as visible pores, blemishes and dullness are cleared, resulting in healthy, vibrant skin.

Formulated with Shiseido’s unique Fermented Kefir Extract, Yuzu Extract and original skin-conditioning ingredient 4MSK based on ActiveRED Technology, this new essence lotion is designed to restore the user’s own natural beauty. With every use, the skin will regain its beauty and clarity.

Eudermine Activating Essence is dermatologist-tested, non-comedogenic-tested, paraben-free and mineral oil-free.

How to Use

Eudermine Activating Essence is a concentrated, skin-comforting essence lotion that spreads smoothly over the entire skin and quickly penetrates deep into the stratum corneum to diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles caused by dryness.

Every morning and evening, after cleansing your face, apply an appropriate amount to your palm or a cotton pad and gently smooth over your face. For more effective results, use the tapping method to increase blood flow: After lightly spreading the lotion over the face, tap rhythmically and lightly with your ring, middle and index fingers in sequence using the tips of your fingers in a continuous motion.

Suitable for all skin types, the lotion leaves the skin radiant, translucent, hydrated and smooth.

Shiseido’s SkinCyclopedia

A survey conducted by Shiseido in 2022 revealed that people who neglected skincare over the past few years reported their skin as having diminished self-restoring power, which has been defined as ‘the skin’s inability to restore itself using the body’s intrinsic mechanisms’.

To meet these needs, Shiseido has established SkinCyclopedia, a website about Eudermine that highlights the importance of the skin’s self-restoring power. SkinCyclopedia was coined by combining the words “skin cycle” and “encyclopedia.” It was designed with a focus on the skin cycle, and the origin of beauty and shares tips for encouraging the skin’s daily renewal process.

The website features a special video starring Hikari and content by influencers who talk about their experiences using Eudermine Activating Essence. In the video, Hikari shows her routine for encouraging the skin’s renewal process, including how she rejuvenates her mind, body and skin. The Habits of Self Restoration video shows how she uniquely incorporates singing bowls, incense, tea and plants in addition to skincare, as a way to encourage her skin’s self-restoration.

Other featured stories include the history of Eudermine, clinical trial results, and product technologies, ingredients, functions (#BehindtheEudermine), and sustainable packaging.

Hikari Mori – Global Ambassador

In conjunction with the launch of Eudermine Activating Essence this March 2023, Shiseido has appointed Hikari Mori as its Global Ambassador. Known for her inner strength and beauty, Hikari was chosen because she perfectly embodies Eudermine which has become so much a part of Shiseido’s heritage and the beauty of Japanese culture. In

Born in Tokyo in 1992, Hikari is active as a model in Japan and abroad, and has appeared on the cover of VOGUE Japan, and a variety of shows and television programmes. She has also been featured in campaigns for world-renowned high jewelry and fashion brands.

She is an ambassador for Plan International Japan, a non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting girls in developing countries. Hikari is among the founders and creative director of tefutefu, which promotes the charm of Japan through the development of new products utilising traditional craft techniques. In this role, she promotes Japanese-style wellness practices that pay tribute to traditional roots while modernising them to appeal to a global audience.

Since 2013, she has been an ambassador for several other Shiseido brands such as INTEGRATE, ANESSA, NARS and MAQuillAGE. In 2022, she won the BVLGARI Avrora Award and the FIGARO JAPON “Business with Attitude” Award.

She communicates via her official Instagram account(@hikari) and YouTube channel (@Hikari_Mori) where she not only talks about fashion, but also about her lifestyle and her love for nature and the environment.

Sustainable Beauty

Shiseido’s Eudermine Activating Essence comes in a new, refillable container, integrating advanced research findings and the brand’s heritage. It is a cosmetic solution combining aesthetics and efforts to contribute to the reduction of environmental impact, both of which are necessary for the prestige cosmetics of the future.

It employs the world’s first LiquiForm packaging, a new system for skincare refills that is easier and more hygienic. The refillable package design consisting of a main body and a replaceable container comes in a unique dual structure that provides premium packaging, allowing for a single-step bottle refill, thus reducing plastic waste by 92% compared with the regular packaging.

LiquiForm is a one-step technology for manufacturing bottles and filling them with liquid content. The use of refill containers based on this technology reduces CO2 emissions throughout the entire supply chain, from the procurement of raw materials to manufacturing, consumption and disposal. Its single-material design also makes it highly recyclable.

Eudermine Activating Essence retails for RM360 And is available at nationwide counters, boutiques, kiosk and selected Sephora stores: shiseido.com.my/Storelocator and online sites: shop.shiseido.com.my/ & www.lazada.com.my/shop/shiseido .

The public can head over to the Centre Court of Mid Valley Megamall from today until March 19, 2023 to experience and learn more about Eudermine, 1 Utama from 20 to 26 March, and KLCC from 27 March to 2 April.

More information of the new Eudermine is also available via shiseido.com.my/lp-eudermine.html.

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Next chapter of dynamic growth starts with leadership change at airasia Super App

KUALA LUMPUR: airasia Super App, the region’s leading travel & mobility super app has announced the appointment of Mohamad Hafidz Mohd Fadzil (Mo) whose experience in building Capital A’s vast payment infrastructure will help drive future growth for its digital portfolio. He is to succeed Amanda Woo, who will step down as the Chief Executive Officer of airasia Super App, effective 1 April.

This follows the recent leadership transition announcement at airasia Digital, which include the subsidiaries, airasia Super App and BigPay. Colin Currie, who takes on dual roles as airasia Digital’s Chief Executive Officer and President, Commercial of Capital A will lead the effort to forge a closer collaboration between airasia Super App and BigPay to create a better user experience in travel and payment for the users within the Capital A ecosystem.

Colin Currie, commented in his capacity as CEO of airasia Digital, “We would like to thank Amanda for her dedication and contributions in bringing the airasia Super App to where it is today. Since 2012, she has contributed significantly to business growth across Asean and in the past two years, expanded the super app across Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, and the Philippines growing the monthly active users to 12mil by end of 2022 and elevating the online travel agent (OTA) status of airasia Super App.

Amanda leaves the CEO role with a very effective team, led by Mo. We are confident that he brings a broad set of skills with a proven track record of driving strategic change and growth in fintech, product management and partnership engagements across the region. Mo’s goal will be to transform airasia Super App from a predominantly AirAsia-based app to Asia-wide travel app competing with the likes of Traveloka and Grab. airasia Super App, like its brand, will focus on providing low-cost, value, travel options for the 700 million people in Asean and for people around the world coming into Asean with innovative pricing and deals.”

Mo Hafidz joined AirAsia in June 2019 and is currently the Chief Fintech Officer for the airasia Super App. Upon commencement of his role as the Acting CEO of airasia Super App on 1 April, he will continue to drive the platform’s fintech vision that will further help to boost the Super App’s choices for its users and bring more revenue to the business.

With nearly 30 years in the payments industry, Mo has assisted in shaping regulatory policies in several regional markets and has been a strong advocate for payments innovation and security in the Asia Pacific Region. Starting his career with Citi, he held appointments in payment solutions, operations, and card businesses. He moved on to VISA as their Asia Pacific Head of e-commerce and later joined MasterCard to lead their Asia Pacific Payments Acceptance initiatives before joining AirAsia. Mo holds a Bachelor of Business in Economics and Finance, as well as a Masters of Finance from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology in Australia.

Mohamad Hafidz (Mo), upcoming Acting CEO of airasia Super App said, “I would like to thank the management for entrusting me with the opportunity to lead airasia Super App, as well as my predecessor Amanda Woo, who has grown the Super App exponentially within a short period of two years. My immediate priority will be to continue the vision for airasia Super App and fintech through closer collaboration with Capital A's other lines of business, including BigPay. I also look forward to growing and developing airasia Super App as a one-stop shop for travel, driving conversion for hotels and flights, including non-AirAsia flights. I am excited to be working with my fellow Allstars, focusing on the company’s strategic direction, strengthening partnerships, and building new relationships.”

The airasia Super App is the one-stop travel, e-commerce and fintech platform business of Capital A offering consumers over 15 lines of products and services via the Super App as well as the airasia.com website. Powered by data and technology, the airasia Super App leverages its digital ecosystem of 51 million users and 40 million downloads to generate a personalised and seamless consumer experience. Users can also engage in real-time conversations, join like-minded communities, play games and much more. From travel needs to everyday lifestyle essentials, there is always something for everyone on the airasia Super App.

Download airasia Super App via the Apple App Store, the Google Play Store and the Huawei App Gallery.

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Celebrate St. Paddy’s Day with Connor’s

Swap out your St. Paddy’s Day green and go all blackish as Connor’s Stout Porter paints the town with cool and crafty vibes the entire month of March. With a knack for bringing top-notch contemporary and creative experiences to consumers, the black brew is calling all fans to get out their good luck charms, gather their wits and have a go at the Connor’s St. Patrick’s Day bash.

On top of cool happy hour promotions happening in almost 200 entertainment outlets nationwide, consumers will be chuffed to know that top-notch prizes and exclusive collectables will be up for grabs in 50 outlets hostings an all-out epic do on 17th and 18th March.

“We are very happy to be able to celebrate one festival after another with all our stout lovers. Connor’s Stout Porter is all about ‘Taste the Good Times’ and with this year’s St. Patrick’s Day celebration, we wanted to add a dash of modern British wit to shake things up. Reaching out and engaging with our fans in a big way gives us the opportunity to have fun with consumers whilst enjoying the perfectly balanced taste, creamy head and gentle roasted undertones of Connor’s Stout Porter, wherever they are and anytime they are enjoying the good times with mates or family,” commented Olga Pulyaeva, Marketing Director of Carlsberg Malaysia.

Running for a good 10 days, from the 10th to the 19th of March, consumers need only visit their favourite Connor’s bar, entertainment outlet or food court to enjoy happy hour with Connor’s. For even more excitement, they will be able to try their hand at the St. Patrick’s Wheel of Fortune in 50 outlets on the 17th and 18th of March. All they have to do is purchase three full pints or six half pints and they will be able to give the wheel a go. On top of getting an extra half pint, participants could also walk away with an additional half pint, an exclusive stainless steel Connor’s bottle, notebook, tote bag, or even the coveted money-can’t-buy St. Patrick’s Connor’s bowler hat. Contenders will also be in the running to win a set of cool Marshall earbuds worth RM599.

Over in super-hypermarkets and convenience stores, Connor’s lovers will be given a chance to master the best shake ritual via Connor’s Shake Challenge. Once done, those who took on the challenge will receive an exclusive Connor’s tote bag and will be able to enjoy the layered creamy head and the aromas of the four premium malts; for the perfect sip of Connor’s.

The fun does not stop there! Those who continue to enjoy Connor’s after their Shake Challenge by purchasing one can of Connor’s will get a shot at grabbing those Marshall earbuds while buying two 4-can packs instantly rewards consumers with a sleek stainless steel Connor’s bottle.

Over on Carlsberg’s e-commerce platforms, purchasing one can of Connor’s also gives fans the opportunity to win the Marshall earbuds with each can granting participants one shot at the prize, so the more they purchase the higher the chances.

To participate in the Connor’s St. Patrick’s Day celebrations and to check out the list of participating outlets, visit www.connorsmalaysia.com for more details or like and follow Facebook at www.facebook.com/ConnorsMY/.

When purchasing and enjoying Connor’s, remember to #CELEBRATERESPONSIBLY – if you drink, don’t drive!

*All promotions and activities are open to non-Muslims aged 21 and above.

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SOTHYS launch beautician empowerment initiative

SOTHYS, a world leader in professional skin and beauty care, has announced the launch of its Professional Beauty Sales Consultant (Pro BSC) Programme in conjunction with International Women’s Day. As part of the brand’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative, the programme will provide practising female beauticians with the space and tools to start building their own business at SOTHYS’ flagship stores.

In line with the brand’s vision of empowering women to shine in their own skin, SOTHYS’ Pro BSC Programme aims to equip a whole new generation with the initial resources needed to launch their personal beauty businesses and eventually drive them independently. The programme is low-cost and zero-commitment, lowering barriers to entry for budding female beauty entrepreneurs.

“There are many obstacles for women who want to make it on their own in the beauty industry. It’s very competitive, and the costs involved are endless — there are overhead costs, equipment and training costs, customer acquisition costs. What SOTHYS wants to do is alleviate these burdens, and give them a boost to jumpstart their business and career. It’s our way of giving back to the amazing community of women who have warmly and widely accepted us,” says Cheryl Lee, Managing Director, SOTHYS Malaysia.

SOTHYS’ vision to level the playing field for new women entrepreneurs is backed by their specialised salon cabins and products, which will be available for the use of all participants under the programme. The cabins are located at four of SOTHYS’ flagship stores across the Klang Valley: Publika, 1 Utama, Bangsar Village II, and Empire Shopping Gallery.

While practising at SOTHYS’ salons, the consultants will be provided complimentary fundamental training with their trademark Digi-Esthétique ® technique — a unique combination of Eastern and Western acupressure methods to heighten the effectiveness of treatments. The consultants will also be given a professional uniform set and have continuous support from SOTHYS to hone their skills and offer their clients high-quality services with confidence. Under this programme, participants can continue practising in the cabins for as long as they wish with no additional charges involved.

Speaking on the growth prospects of the programme, Cheryl shared, “When you open up opportunities for women to access resources that were previously accessible to only a handful of individuals, you help them gain confidence, become self-dependent, and tap into their inner talent. Our programme has the potential to reach women beyond the participating members because when these aestheticians start on their own, they will also inspire other young, aspiring women to undertake their own journey of growth.”

As a decades-long pioneer in the global beauty industry, SOTHYS aims to continue developing initiatives that drive positive change for women, particularly the underprivileged. The Pro BSC Programme is currently open for registration, with 20 available slots for participants who meet the requirements.

For more information about the programme and to sign up, kindly visit their microsite: https://23116022.hs-sites.com/pro-bsc-programme.

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One Utama finally gets its first Indian restaurant

INDIAN Flavours, a popular home-based food delivery service among expatriates and locals, has expanded its first-ever commercial outlet in 1 Utama's Food District on the second floor of the new wing. With a wide selection of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, Indian Flavours is sure to appeal to both locals and foreigners.

According to the owner Sweety Kataria, “Our chef special Mutton curry is highly recommended and is now rated by many.” The unique selling point of Indian Flavours is that it delivers the flavors of home-cooked food using traditional Indian cooking techniques and ingredients. The restaurant uses only the freshest ingredients, and the dishes are made with care to provide an authentic Indian dining experience.

Customers rave about the Mutton and chicken curries, and Indian Flavours has received many positive reviews. One satisfied customer said, “The food at Indian Flavours is simply amazing. The flavors are authentic, and you can tell that the chefs take pride in their work.” Another customer said, “The food is delicious, and the service is outstanding. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who loves Indian cuisine.”

The menu at Indian Flavours is extensive and features a variety of Northern Indian meals, as well as some regional Indian cuisine, including Mutton Varuval. Vegetarian options are also available, and the restaurant can accommodate both large and small gatherings.

In addition to its delicious food, Indian Flavours is committed to sustainability and eco-friendliness. The restaurant uses locally sourced ingredients whenever possible, and all food waste is composted. Eco-friendly packaging is used to minimize waste.

The restaurant's ambiance are warm and inviting, with cozy seating and decor that reflect the rich culture of India. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or a leisurely dinner, Indian Flavours at One Utama is the perfect destination for a truly authentic Indian dining experience.

Visit Indian Flavours at 1 Utama's Food District on the second floor of the new wing and indulge in the rich and diverse flavors of Indian cuisine.

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Taylor’s College to reward five inspiring educators

RISE Educator Award is back again to celebrate and honour some of the nation’s most inspiring educators. Now in its third year, the RISE Educator Award organised by Taylor’s College and its student engagement arm, The Risers, look to reward RM10,000 each to the Top Five Finalists who are making a difference in the nation’s education ecosystem to support students in attaining quality and equitable education across various communities.

An acronym for Remarkable Impact in Student Education, the RISE Educator Award is open for nomination until March 31, 2023. Nomination is open to all participants through a 100-word story submission describing the inspiring deeds their teachers have done to impact their students’ education particularly in attaining quality and accessible education.

With over 180 submissions garnered last year for RISE Educator Award, the campaign received many compelling and moving stories of selfless and passionate teachers who go above and beyond their line of duty to ensure their students are protected for their rights to quality and accessible education.

Understanding the importance of education in shaping the minds of future leaders, innovators and citizens, Taylor’s College will be awarding RM10,000 each to the awards Top 5 finalists including the RISE Educator of the Year and RISE Educator Award winners to support these teachers in their endeavours to create a positive impact on Malaysia’s education ecosystem in ensuring quality education for all children in the nation.

Josephine Tan, the Taylor's College Campus Director, said: “As an education institution, we believe that we play a pivotal role in supporting various stakeholders with the country’s nation-building agenda especially in ensuring equitable and quality access to education for all students. To this, Taylor's College is committed to optimising and supporting the nation's education ecosystem to build better infrastructure and facilities for their school.”

She further shared that the RISE Educator Award, which is an initiative under The Risers’ ‘Engage, Equip and Empower’ movement, is aligned with the institution’s mission to be the best university for the world.

“We will continue with our focus to build positive school culture, community, and identity by promoting positive values, skills, and knowledge outlined in the Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4) to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all. We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to receive a quality education, and it is through the efforts of our exceptional teachers that we can make this a reality.

“That's why we are committed to supporting and celebrating these dedicated educators through the RISE Educator Award and offer them the necessities they need to support their endeavours.”

Last year's RISE Educator of the Year winner, Cikgu Hazeem Azemi, made an outstanding contribution to education by bridging the digital knowledge divide between rural and urban students.

As a teacher in a rural school, Cikgu Hazeem observed the disparity and took action to create SMK Kuala Krau's OKU Multimedia Studio, the first multimedia studio in Malaysia specifically designed for specially-abled and Orang Asli students. The lab, equipped with gaming chairs and tables, computers, and accessories, provides a fun and motivating environment for students to learn essential IT skills such as video and photo editing, gaming-based learning, and broadcasting.

Cikgu Hazeem's innovative approach to education showcases his commitment to quality education for all and has inspired other educators to follow in his footsteps.

The award recognises inspiring educators with the RISE Educator Award where the public can nominate the most inspiring story of teachers in national, private and international pre-, primary and secondary schools in the nation. Five finalists will be chosen from the entries and have their stories posted up on Taylor’s College and Taylor’s University social media platforms, for the public to vote for the winners.

The teacher of the winning entry will walk away with RM2,000 while the nominator will also take home RM500 in cash prize. The award’s panel of judges will choose the grand champion for the RISE Educator of the Year title – where the winner will be awarded RM5,000 for the teacher and RM500 for the nominator.

Winners of the RISE Educator Award will be announced in May in celebration of the country’s national Teacher’s Day. For more information, visit Taylor’s College website.

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Come celebrate with Guinness

Guinness Malaysia is back with a month-long celebration for fans to celebrate the good times this St. Patrick’s Day. Guinness Malaysia’s 2023 St. Patrick’s celebration, “Our Day to Remember”, is all about bringing fans together to celebrate their loved ones - their true lucky charms - as they commemorate the good times with Guinness. With a series of activations happening at participating bars and pubs from now until the end of March, the brand has lined up an array of activities, games, and giveaways for fans to celebrate.

This year, the brand wants to elevate fans’ St. Patrick’s Day experience with the first-ever, Guinness St. Patrick’s anthem. With this, fans can immortalise their memories in the form of a reel or video and post it on their social media platforms using the soundtrack. All they have to do is select up to eight photos of them and their lucky charms creating memories, then to compile them into a reel or video with the exclusive Guinness St. Patrick’s Anthem accompanying it. More information about it can be found at guinnessstpatricks.com.

To take the festive celebration up a notch for fans, Guinness is rewarding fans who take a trip down memory lane and use the Guinness St. Patrick’s anthem with exclusive merchandise. The more fans use the anthem, the more prizes will be unlocked. For every 30 uses of the anthem, Guinness will give away three prizes, meanwhile for every 300 uses, 30 prizes will be unlocked, and if 3,000 fans use the anthem, 300 users will stand to walk away with the prizes. Up for grabs are the exclusive Guinness mugs, as well as the Guinness festive St. Patrick’s hats.

“St. Patrick’s Day is an important one for Guinness since the aspect of communion is so deeply ingrained in our brand DNA. We wanted to introduce a novel and magical experience for fans to commemorate the good times with our Guinness St. Patrick’s Anthem. Besides celebrating their loved ones – their true lucky charms - we will be further amplifying the Guinness St. Patrick’s celebration with an array of activities and games for Guinness lovers all month long,” said Shaun Lim, Marketing Manager of Guinness Malaysia.

Fans who would like to celebrate the good times with Guinness this St. Patrick’s Day can do so with their lucky charms at their favourite pubs and bars. Check out guinnessstpatricks.com for the full list of participating outlets. As for those who want to create a day to remember with the Guinness St. Patrick’s Anthem, they can do so by checking out the microsite too or when they scan the QR code available at participating pubs and bars.

For more information about the Guinness St. Patrick’s campaign, visit guinnessstpatricks.com, as well as Guinness Malaysia’s social media pages at facebook.com/guinnessmalaysia and instagram.com/guinnessmy.

Guinness Malaysia advocates responsible consumption and urges consumers to not drink and drive.

*Guinness and all related promotions and activities are strictly for non-Muslims aged 21 and above only.

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Great Eastern CEO honoured

Great Eastern Life Assurance (Malaysia) Berhad (GELM) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Dato Koh Yaw Hui, was awarded the record for the “Longest Serving Chief Executive Officer in Life Insurance Industry” and the “Longest Serving Chief Executive Officer in Life Insurance Company” by the Malaysia Book of Records. The records were presented by Malaysia Book of Records Chief Marketing Officer, Mr Jwan Heah Yeow Hooi and the Deputy General Manager of Marketing, Mr Aaron Bong Ken Kin recently.

Dato Koh was appointed as the GELM CEO in 2008. He has been a member of the Life Insurance Association of Malaysia since 2008 to the present day. It is the first time such a record has been set in the life insurance industry.

GELM also set another Malaysia Book of Records at its recent agency force event for having the “Most Collected Digital Signatures in an Event”, it is the largest physical event for the GELM agency force in history with 7,030 digital signatures collected in a single event.

This is the fourth Malaysia Book of Records GELM has been awarded. The past Malaysia Book of Records of GELM includes “The Oldest and Largest Life Insurer in Malaysia”, obtained in 1998; the “Largest Participation in a Yoga Session in Malaysia” in 2012 and “The Largest Participation in Obstacle Challenge (Viper Challenge) in 2016.

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Reinventing the Future of Eye Care

MOG Group of Companies (MOG), one of Malaysia's leading and most reputable eye care providers, is continuing its efforts to develop personalised and innovative concepts for the future of eye care with its’ latest community initiative, Little Optometrist, an extension of their 6-in-1 Vision Experience.

6-in-1 Vision Experience is a personalised 6-steps eye care consultation experience tailored to every individual to provide the best-fit vision solution. After the successful launch of the 6-in-1 Vision Experience in 2022, MOG is advancing its’ vision to help the world see better by educating and fostering the next generation through the first-of-its-kind eye care experiential activity for children, Little Optometrist.

The objective of this initiative is to educate children and their parents or guardians through a fun and engaging activity to raise and enhance awareness of eye-health-related issues especially myopia and other common vision problems prevalent among children. Under this project, MOG is providing children with a hands-on opportunity to test and diagnose eye conditions through a set of simplified high-street optometry practices in a conducive environment under the supervision of a certified optometrist. In addition to introducing children to the field of optometry, parents will also be taught how to recognise symptoms that can adversely impact their children’s vision development and overall well-being.

Children Myopia Control has been and will continue to be one of the most important services that MOG provide throughout their stores in Peninsular Malaysia. Through the enhancement of MOG’s 6-in-1 Vision Experience and the addition of ‘Little Optometrist’, MOG can now better provide personalised and precise children vision care consultation and myopia management solutions to effectively educate children and parents on the long-term and short-term effects of myopia as well as methods to avoid further harm to their eye health.

“Myopia is an eye health concern that every parent should be aware of. With more than one-third of the world's population diagnosed with myopia, we seek to assist Malaysians in better recognising the condition, particularly in children. As such, parents will need to be alert for the overall eye health of their children, as higher levels of myopia are associated with an increased risk of developing eye problems once children reach adulthood,” elaborated Dato Frankie Ng, Chairman and Founder of Metro Optical Group (MOG).

The vision-themed experiential activities are designed to provide children with the opportunity to experience the life of a real optometrist through an inspiring, fun-filled journey in order to effectively drive eye health awareness from a young age, thereby enhancing the future of vision care. With support from organisations such as the Malaysian Optical Council (MOC), Sun Time Vision Specialist and other eye specialists’ hospitals, MOG hopes that this initiative will be able to help realise their goal of providing Malaysians with the finest and most personalised eye care solutions from young.

“At MOG, our goal is to give all members of the community, regardless of their age, the very best eye care possible. We have high hopes that through continuous enhancement of our 6-in-1 Vision Experience and our newly-established, first-of-its-kind initiative, Little Optometrist, we will be able to give children a head-start on what they need to know to keep their eyes healthy and drive interest towards the optometry career to pass on the legacy of vision care to our future generations,” said Dato Frankie.

The Little Optometrist Experience is a time-limited experience that will run during MOG 6-in-1 Vision Experiential Showcase in Sunway Pyramid Mall from 7 - 12 March 2023, 10am to 10pm. Parents are invited to bring along their children to participate in the Little Optometrist Experience during the session and also go through a personalised eye care consultation through MOG’s finely-curated 6-in-1 Vision Experience. For those that cannot make it, 6-in-1 Vision Experience is made available throughout MOG stores across Peninsular Malaysia with valid appointment booking.

For more information or the latest updates about the brand and its products, please visit MOG’s official website (https://www.mog.com.my/), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/mogeyewearMY/) or Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mogeyewear/).

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HWC Coffee Malaysia plans to set up over 50 brand stores in 2023

AFTER reaching store opening target last year, renowned specialty coffee house chain HWC Coffee Malaysia aims to open an additional 40 specialty coffee brand stores throughout Malaysia in 2023 and will unveil the first overseas flagship store in Brunei in April. The coffee house chain will also start operating a flagship store and a coffee academy in Malaysia starting May.

Since HWC Coffee’s first brand store opened at 1Utama Shopping Centre in April 2022, the chain has rapidly expanded to open 15 stores within just 9 months. HWC Coffee successfully launched mini stores in three well-known homestay buildings as of February 2023.

As Malaysia’s first specialty coffee chain and a strategic hub for Southeast Asia, HWC Coffee has announced that its first overseas flagship store will be in Brunei, which is slated to open in mid-April. In addition, HWC also plans to expand beyond the Klang Valley region this year, including opening in Penang by April, and pursuing expansion opportunities in major cities.

The flagship store and Coffee Academy in Malaysia will be situated at Klang Valley, with preparations underway for the opening in May, said HWC Coffee Malaysia Chief Executive Officer Zenda Ng. The flagship store will provide a wider selection of coffee in different quality and price range to cater to diverse preferences, while the coffee academy will emphasize barista training, short courses, and weekend coffee experiences.

“We will also introduce HWC Coffee’s exclusive coffee clinic service from Taiwan to Malaysia and engage local customers and coffee lovers in interesting ways,“ said Ng.

As part of HWC Coffee’s expansion plan, the company organised a visit to Taiwan in early March, inviting Malaysian and Bruneian media, content creators and business partners to experience the process of coffee harvesting,coffee processing, roasting and packaging at where HWC Coffee was founded. The aim is to promote HWC’s commitment to the “From Farm to Cup” concept and professionalism of HWC Coffee.

Participants visited the famous coffee plantation in Alishan, Taiwan to learn more about coffee and experience the coffee harvest, coffee process method, the group also visited coffee roastery at HWC’s headquarters to see the high-tech Italian made imf RM -60RAS full hot air coffee roasting machine, which costs MYR 1.3 million.

Meanwhile, HWC held an event in Taiwan to announce the appointment of Malaysian celebrity Jack Tan and Natasha Sass as HWC Friends. The coffee house chain will also launch brand new seasonal coffee beans in conjunction with the opening of its flagship store in Malaysia.

The two collections are HWC Taiwan Alishan Honey Roasted Coffee Bean and HWC Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Roasted Coffee Bean, with Halal certification from Taiwan Halal Integrity Development Association.

HWC Taiwan Alishan Honey Roasted Coffee Bean is a high-quality specialty coffee bean co-produced by HWC Coffee and Teofahza Specialty Coffee Studio, which will be sold exclusively in flagship stores. While HWC Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Roasted Specialty Coffee Bean will be available in August at every brand store.``

Attendees included Founder of HWC Coffee Malaysia Hoe Kian Choon, Founder of HWC Coffee Taiwan Penny Lin, Chief Strategy Officer Saturn,Global Business Manager Rain, HWC Marketing Consultant Sam Mak, Palaterium Sdn Bhd, Chief Executive Officer Zenda Ng, Chief Operating Officer Penny Chan and Marketing Director Edmund Lai.

Commenting on his appointment as HWC Friend, Jack Tan said he is a coffee lover and he is honoured to be able to work with HWC. “HWC Coffee is a professional coffee brand and I am thrilled to work with them and be a part of their journey.”said Zenda Ng

Natasha Sass revealed that as a coffee lover, coffee is the most important drink for her to start the day and that it makes her as happy as making music, both sources of joy for her. “I hope to share my happiness and music with everyone through HWC Coffee.

“As someone who pays attention to coffee quality, I have bought HWC products and tried their drip bag coffee and am extremely impressed with the quality of their coffee beans. Therefore, I accepted the invitation without hesitation.”

Jack Tan and Natasha Sass will be making further appearances at HWC Coffee events in the future. For more information, please visit www.hwccoffee.my, Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/HWCmalaysia and Instagram: @hwc_malaysia.

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Elevate your plant-based milk experience

Get ready for a brew-tiful blend of MILKLAB plant-based milk and espresso coffee! With an exclusive pop-up, MILKLAB Oat Float, happening from now till - 5 March in Malaysia, coffee lovers can indulge in freshly brewed coffee made with MILKLAB Oat Milk. Made with 100% Australian oats, MILKLAB Oat Milk is proving to be the best creamy alternative to dairy milk, with a rich and creamy mouthfeel and a high-performance stretch. In addition, MILKLAB Coffee Run will also be happening in partnerships with key cafés in Malaysia, such as The Link Café, 95 Degrees Art Cafè, JC Deli, The Brew Orchestra and many more, cementing its position as the preferred choice for baristas and coffee drinkers globally.

Priding itself as the number 1 plant-based milk served in Australian cafes, MILKLAB offers a range-solution of dairy-free milk, which includes Almond, Oat, Soy, Coconut, and Macadamia to cater to a variety of tastes and dietary needs. With a vision to provide Malaysians with a premium coffee-drinking experience, MILKLAB’s product range complements the flavour of espresso coffee like no other milk – dairy or non-dairy.

Established in 2015 as a foodservice-exclusive range of alternative milk, the brand was developed to provide the hospitality industry, particularly the coffee industry, with a premium offer that would elevate the café coffee experience for customers. Propelled by the booming coffee industry across Australia and the rest of the world, MILKLAB sought to create a delicious and inclusive range of products.

Speaking on MILKLAB’s efforts to engage Malaysians through The MILKLAB Coffee Run and MILKLAB Oat Float, Peter Brown, Sales Director - Asia & Africa said, “At MILKLAB, we understand the importance of choice and inclusivity. That’s why we’ve developed a range of plant-based milk options that are designed to meet the needs and preferences of a wide variety of consumers. Our Oat Milk, in particular, is carefully crafted to provide the perfect balance of flavour and texture while at the same time offering a range of health benefits for coffee lovers.”

“Our primary objective is to deliver an outstanding coffee experience for all. By showcasing our series of deliciously tasting plant-based milk, coffee drinkers will get to elevate the flavour and quality of a simple cup of coffee,” he added.

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Focus Points rolls out campaign for national eye care health

AS part of its mission to educate the public about eye health and its importance, Focus Point Vision Care Group has launched the 360° Advanced Primary Eye Care campaign.

The campaign aims to encourage individuals to prioritise their eye health while advocating for accessible, affordable and available eye care for Malaysians.

360° APEC will be Focus Point’s first line primary vision care that promotes eye health for patients of all ages. To aid in this mission, the group has more than 170 registered and professional optometrists who are trained to provide a comprehensive ocular health assessment, refraction, contact lens fitting and more.

At the launch, Focus Point CEO and President Datuk Liaw Choon Liang stressed on the importance of early detection to prevent increasingly prevalent eye diseases from causing vision loss and even blindness.

Through the 360° APEC campaign, Focus Points will go through the following tests and evaluation with patients:

► Eye Health History

► Colour Vision Test

► Binocular Vision Test

► Refractive Error Evaluation

► Anterior Eye Assessment

► Eye Pressure Measurement

► Retinal Screening

Once each test is done, patients will have a Consultation Session with their optometrist to provide them with a summary of the seven eye test outcomes, along with any precautions or eye care solutions that are needed.

To that end, Focus Point is investing in the latest and most advanced equipment to provide the most complete eye screening experience.

Currently, Focus Point has more than 67 APEC outlets, with more on the way.

“With our ongoing efforts and activities to educate the public on the importance of eye health and proper eye care, we remain hopeful that our 360° APEC campaign will be a positive step forward in ensuring that the general public is made aware of proper eye health care on a national scale,” Liaw said.

The launch was officiated by the Malaysian Ministry of Health’s Malaysia Optical Council secretary Nor Azizah Ismail, along with Kuala Lumpur Pavilion Retail CEO Datuk Joyce Yap and ZEISS Group Southeast Asia Vision Care Head Paul Ho.

The general public are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the nearest APEC outlet.

For more information, visit www.focus-point.com or www.facebook.com/FocusPointFP.

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