[FOOD] A taste of New Zealand This Festive Season

Get a taste of New Zealand at the Taste New Zealand Food Fair

Get the taste of New Zealand at the Taste New Zealand Food Fair which brings Malaysians the best New Zealand products. New Zealand products are well known to produce with quality and honesty, compromising a delectable selection of new artisanal treats, guilt-free chocolates, premium New Zealand apples, kiwifruits and not to forget a good range of sustainable, eco-friendly products for every Malaysian to have at home.

My partner for the cook-off competition

The food fair is organized by the New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE), which will be held at all 7 AEON outlets nationwide from 30th November to 10th December 2017. The fair promises to have something for everyone, offering more than 150 products on display, and whats even better is that there will also be showcasing the best in food, delicious edibles, and innovative products all in one location!

Mandatory photo with Chef Krishnan

Our competition venue for the day

Just to get the party started, during the launch, the members of the media had a cook-off challenged organized at Berjaya University College led by Executive Chef Krishnan who demonstrated three recipes using New Zealand Mussels and Greenlea beef. I must admit that everyone was extremely excited to gets all hands on with the dish we were preparing. I must say that the whole experience of preparing a dish with their products are incredibly exclusive, especially with the ingredients that we provided by Taste New Zealand.

Greenlea Beef from New Zealand

New Zeland Mussels and Cheese

New Zealand Ready to Eat Baby Beets

Being given the chance to 'play around' with the amazing ingredients, I must say that even I myself wouldn't want to miss out on the event. If you would like to try something that would be exclusively from New Zealand, the Taste New Zealand Food Fair would be the perfect time to try as many New Zealand products which will be available during the limited time. Did you know that New Zealand's reputation for producing delicious, nutritious food and drink is second to none? So yes, this makes their products clean as it follows the world-leading food safety regime.

Whittakers Chocolate

Proper Crisps

Mainland Cheese

Kapiti Honey Pokey Ice Cream

Just to name a few of their featured products, you will look forward to seeing New Zealand Meat, Green lea chilled beef, Whittaker's chocolates and biscuits, Griffin's, Anlene, Spring Sheep, Kapiti Ice Cream, ready-to-eat beetroot and more! Included in the food fair, they will also be featuring brands such as Eco Store, which is a plant-based product with no nasty chemicals promising safer products to put on the skin or use around your house.

Our creation vs. Chefs. HAHA. Apparently, our portion was too big

And the mussels were perfect!

Now it's your chance to Shop and Win!

If you think it ends there, well I'm here to say it doesn't! It is a rare occasion, the New Zealand Taste Food Fair is having a promotion where you will be given a chance to win RM1,000 worth of AEON shopping vouchers! All you need to do is to spend RM80 in a single receipt, and you're on your way to an enter a lucky draw contest. So remember the date, where its eleven days of great tasting of the exceptional quality of New Zealand products at your nearest AEON. Psst, don't forget to share the excitement on social media by hashtagging #TasteNZMY to your social media post!

Watsons X MYDIGI APP REWARDS Customers With The MYDIGI App

About the MyDigi Rewards Monday Special throughout October

The news is out, and I can't resist to share with you an awesome reward that you could claim just by a few clicks via mobile app. And trust me when I say that the deals are 100% irresistible. Watsons and Digi has decided to collaborate to reward valued customers with the MyDigi App offering, Watsons Monday Superdeals. If you hate Mondays, and in need to chase those Monday blues away, the MyDigi App would be what you need to make you look forward to Mondays. Enjoy amazing offers from as low as RM0.99 to RM8.99 only for selected Health & Beauty products from Watsons. But the catch is, this offer would exclusive on to Digi customers, and to be given the privilege to redeem the Superdeals at any Watsons store nationwide.

With this partnership, it gives Watsons customers and Digi customers the value to shop. Being present at the MyDigi Rewards launch, we were treated to a really cute preview of "The Sounds of Savings" (refer to video above), a really truthful video about our daily life on how we always try to squeeze out any drop from products, just to save more. With the launch of the Watsons and MyDigi Rewards, you wouldn't have to worry about squeezing your toothpaste till its empty as the rewards are generally something that you would use each day.

Roll & Win Game

Shoot and Win Game

At the launch, I had a fun time at the off-stage engagement where I had a moment to "Roll & Win" and "Shoot & Win". Since I gave myself a chance to challenge myself with the challenges, I managed to play both games and surprisingly managed to redeem myself a Cataphil Moisturising Lotion, since I need the lotion. Such perfect timing! We even had an on-stage "Guess & Win" contest where 4 participants were asked to guest the offer offered by Watsons Monday Superdeals for each Monday of the week for the month of October.

With a few clicks via the MyDigi App, you get to claim your item almost instantly

I've redeemed mine on Monday at RM0.99, when will you start redeeming?

Since I'm a Digi user myself, I took the opportunity to redeem the Watsons Monday Superdeal on-the-spot. I was actually amazed to find out that I could get insane deals such as the RM0.99 for the Watsons Body Lotion which has an original price of RM19.50 per bottle. How it works is, as long as youre a Digi user and you love shopping at Watsons, get yourself the MyDigi App and be sure to set a reminder to redeem every Monday throughout the month of October! The offer guarantees insane deals that not even the staff at Watsons could get. Yes I said it!!

Be rewarded every Monday throughout October 20171

Who knew that by being a Digi User with the MyDigi App you could be rewarded with exclusive perks! On top of that, if you're a Watsons VIP member, you will also be able to enjoy 15% off mobile accessories at selected 33 Digi stores nationwide when you flash your Watsons VIP card for a year starting from 16th October 2017. For more information on the MyDigi Rewards, head on over to their sites to get more info. xx

MyDigi Rewards

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Watsons Malaysia

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MYCYBERSALE X b.liv by Cellnique | October 2017

#MYCYBERSALE | 9th-13th October 2017

Dear shopaholics of all kinds, if you love sales, this is the time you keep yourself checked and updated to be prepared for the MYCYBERSALE happening on the 9th till 13th of October 2017. A little sneak peak if you're looking for skincare from the MYCYBERSALE, you can look forward to b.liv by Cellnique  for being a part of the sale to get your jaws dropping with up to 70% off offers, deals as low as RM10, free shipping with over RM60 and free gift offers with every purchase order! How awesome is that?

ABOUT MYCYBERSALE

You heard it, its the #MYCYBERSALE invading Malaysia

When: 9th till 13th October 2017

Where: MYCYBERSALE WESBSITE

A little run-through about the MYCYBERSALE, this year happens to be the 4th year that Malaysia is running this 5 day long online sale organised by the MDEC under the Digital Malaysia Initiative acts as a catalyst to develop the e-commerce industry. And with that we are bringing shoppers to a digital world where instead of physically being in a shopping mall to shop, all you need is a few clicks and you're item would be delivered to you at your convenience. Aren't you convinced to shop digitally yet?

B.LIV by Cellnique

Here's my haul from the #MYCYBERSALE from b.liv

I've used B.LIV products before, and like the name of the brand, I believe that their skin products really gives you the faith to believe in achieving the skin you wish to have. The brand was established in 2009 with the intention to cater to a strong demand for an easy-to-use and adorable personal skin care regimen and now has been known as one of the leading brand in pores management for those who suffer with pore issues. (and sadly, one of them is me) Thats how I found out about the brand, and it has been one of the most reliable brands to me to solve blackheads. Im not kidding!

1| Drench Me

b.liv drench me | moisturising cleansing gel

The b.liv drench me is a moisturising cleansing gel that cleans your face form impurities, but at the same time provides the moisture that your skin needs. Suitable for all skin types of all ages, including dry skin to wash away dirt and with anti ageing properties to keep you hydrated all day. It claims to cleanse & hydrate skin, provide deep moisturising, encourage cell renewal process and contains antioxidants.

2| Refresh Me

b.liv refresh me | moisturising toner

Once you've cleansed your face, next would be to get your skin refreshed with the refresh me moisturising toner. It has an amazing formulation that moisturises and instantly elevates your complexion from 'I just woke up' to 'I'm started my day awesome'! Yes I said it. Keeping your skin at tip top condition, it refreshes and moisturises skin effortlessly. Did you know that other than toning and moisturising the skin, it also helps to restore damaged tissues and gives your skin a soothing calming effect. What more can you ask for from a toner?

3| Submerge Me

b.liv submerge me | moisturising booster

After toner, the submerge would be your essential moisturising booster to brighten your skin and ensure that signs of ageing are non-visible. In my daily skin regime, I would use this as a moisturiser booster to really give that natural glow on my face to last me throughout the day. I would actually recommend this if you're looking for long term deep moisturising that lightens and firm the skin. Psst, here's a little secret. I occasionally would apply thicker layers overnight to wake up to baby soft skin. Trust me, it works every single time! Did you know that this contains antioxidants as well to prevent early signs of ageing too.

4| Off With Those Heads

b.liv off with those heads | blackheads sebum gel

This. This has to be by far one of THE best sebum gel ever that any person suffering with pore issues should have. The Off With Those Heads is a sebum gel that helps extracts blackheads and whiteheads, minus the painful extractions that 'we' normally suffer at facial centres. You might be wondering how it works, and I'd be more than happy to explain it to you. The gel basically softens the clog that is blocking your pores, allowing easy extraction and removal of clogged pores. At the same time the gel keeps oil secretion under control while you enjoy your clean pores throughout the day without the painful aggravation. Its no wonder that they've won awards as the best blackhead remover and one of the best oil control and acne pore care in the skincare industry. Cant deny that!

5| O2 Bubbly Bright

b.liv O2 bubble bright | oxygenating mask

The O2 Bubble Bright is by far one of the coolest mask that gives your skin a new life. It combines both oxygen bubbles and rice powder to brighten skin complexion almost instantly. In 3 words, I would describe the mask as a fizz, foam and exfoliator kind of mask, which makes it unlike any mask you've owned I can guarantee. This happens to be my first time experiencing the b.liv O2 Bubbly Bright and I really enjoyed my first time experience as the mask fizzes into soft foam! Instantly after my first usage, I could see my skin looking firmer and brighter, almost similar to the skin I would get when I walk out from a facial treatment at a beauty centre. Love it!

GET b.liv from the MYCYBERSALE!

Don't miss out on these crazy deals!

You heard it, you read about it and now all you need to do is to be prepared for the MYCYBERSALE to invade the internet. Be sure to mark your calendars that the MYCYBERSALE will be running from the 9th till 13th of October 2017, and trust me, you wouldn't want to miss out on the great savings during the sale! Get amazing skin with b.liv by Cellnique by heading over to their official website pronto. Hehe. Good things are always meant to be shared, so don't forget to share the news to your friends and family. xx

PS: A more detailed write up on the b.liv skin regime will coming in my next blogpost. So stay tuned.

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NEUBODI's Bra Drive | Donate your old bra's at the Bra Bank

Neubodi's Bra Drive

Do you have old bra's that you don't use anymore? Instead of throwing it away, why not donate it to the Bra Bank. Neubodi, a Malaysian lingerie specialist brand has launched its month long Donate, Support, and Recycle Bra Drive campaign which will run until the 5th November in conduction with the International Breast Cancer Awareness month. So now would be the best time to dig out your old bra's for a good cause by donating them to the Bra Bank.

What is this Bra Drive all about?

This campaign means a lot to me as I had an aunt who recently passed away due to liver cancer which started with breast cancer, and I believe that by supporting this campaign, you could possibly be saving lives without you even knowing it. Neubodi had a bra drive campaign organised at the highstreet concert in 1 Utama last weekend, and I decided to be involved by checking out on what the campaign was all about. I've learned so much during the event and decided to share it out by writing a blog post on it, so please read on if you're interested on how you can be involved in making the world a better place.

Meet the guys who sort out your old unused clothes a.k.a Life Line Clothing Malaysia Sdn Bhd.

If you're wondering what your old bra's can do to help, I had the exact same question in mind! Im sure that not all our bra's would go to waste as some are still usable and some could possibly be already well used and not usable anymore, am I right? By donating old bra's, I was told that you are helping communities in Malaysia, Cambodia, Nepal, India and Africa including those in poverty for whom bras are sought-after to be used. And to the non-usable bra's it would be kept away by Life Line Clothing. I didn't know such technology existed where your old bras can be converted into reusable solid fuel to be used to power industrial boilers and generators. What a way to recycle old bra, instead of dumping it into landfills!

Getting myself a breast examination. YAY!

Thank you BCWA!

The partnership between Breast Cancer Welfare Association Malaysia (BCWA) and Neubodi aims to increase public awareness that breast cancer is 'gender blind' and promote the importance of self-examination for early detection which could possibly save lives. I was lucky enough to be able to catch their BCWA mobile clinic to a clinical breast examination, and thank god that my breast are free from cancer. What a relief. But that doesn't mean that I don't need to self-examine myself, which I was advised to check at least once a month. Did you know that BCWA takes serious action to help newly diagnosed cancer patients by helping them learn how to cope with the disease?

The customised silicone models

According to the National Cancer Institute Malaysia, about 5,000 Malaysian women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year and less than 72% of men recover from the disease as doctor visit is made when symptoms are more severe. During the event, BCWA also provided customised silicone models to educate those present on how to self-examine. Not to also forget that present were Tropicana Medical Centre's oncology specialist and health professionals to facilitate the public on understanding breast cancer.

Drop-Off Unwanted or Used bras

I've dropped my unwanted bra's in the Bra Bank and Im glad that my unused items won't be going to entire waste.

Now what can you do to contribute? Don't worry if you missed out on the Bra Drive last weekend, as the Bra Drive will still be on-going at any Neubodi stores nationwide and they will sort out the donated bras to be donate gently-used items to victims of sex trafficking, enabling their rehabilitation into society as they earn a livelihood selling second-hand bras OR will be passed to Life Line Clothing to recycle your old bra's to be used as reusable solid fuel instead of letting it go to waste to landfills.

And there you have it, you can donate your bra's until 5th November 2017 at any Neubodi stores.

Neubodi bra's are indeed super comfy too! Managed to grab one and I might just to a tiny review on it.

For more details on the Neubodi's "DONATE.SUPPORT.RECYCLE" Bra Drive 2017, you can keep yourself updated by heading over to their Official Facebook Page or Website which I would like it below for your convenience. So there you have it. Don't forget to get yourself examined and be sure to know your breast, because technically, only you can detect what isn't right with your body if you know your body well enough. Support the cause and share it out to everyones you know as the campaign ends on the 5th of November 2017. It would really mean a lot to me, and it would also be a good thought in mind the end the year knowing that you've done something good in 2017. *wink

Neubodi

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Eat and Win at Klang Parade | Sweet Treats

Jom Makan campaign at Klang Parade

Klang Parade is a great shopping center filled with entertainment for families and friends to spend their free time together. And in my case, i would have to say that other than the variety of stores that they offer, i get excited meeting my friends in Klang to have desserts in Klang Parade. Hehe. Dont mind me, when im feeling stressed, i hunt for sugary sweetness since stressed spelled backwards is desserts. Hehe. Whats even better is that they are currently rewarding their shoppers as they dine with its on-going 'Jom Makan' campaign thats running from the 16th of September till the 15th of October 2017! Wondering what you could be rewarded with? Read on to find out!

Lantern Parade at Klang Parade

To welcome the Mid -Autumn Festival, like any other mall, Klang Parade has decided to join in the season by decorating the mall with Festive decorations and if you havent heard, there will also be a Lantern parade happening on the 30th of September 2017! A great time to bring your kids or friends to enjoy the celebration. You wont even have to even worry about looking for a place to eat as Klang Parade has tons of places to choose from, listed would be, Texas Chicken, Tako Wan, Baskin Robins, Boat Noodle, Nice Smell, Big Apple Donuts. Secret Recipe and more!

Big Apple Donuts and Coffee 

Just some of my favorites!

Being my go to mall each time im in Klang , i'd have to say that i love the variety of options they have in one location. Im the kind of person who loves sweet treats, and i pledge guilty for consuming too much sweets in a day. (But the truth is, thats why i exercise). Hehe. My usual go to dessert locations would be Big Apple Donuts & Coffee located on the 5th floor. Idk about you, but i have to say that Big Apple Donuts are my favorite donuts to have in Malaysia. Mmmhmm. If you havent tried  Big Apple donuts, then its about time you give them a go!

While youre there, check out what Nice Smell has to offer

My all time classic favourite

Candy House to satisfy your candy cravings

Any kids candy heaven

On days when i feel like having light snacks, i would recommend you to check out Nice Smell or Candy House. Nice Smell, has some awesome waffles and the classic corn in a cup to recall my childhood staple food. haha. But if youre not looking to munch, then you should check out the variety of candy the Candy House has to offer! Its located on the Gound floor of Klang Parade, and the variety of candy they have makes it any kids heaven. If youre a kid at heart like me, you'd find a hard time not getting more than 1 type of candy.

Baskin Robbins, your one stop premium ice cream store

Get some to share with your friends and family

And on hot afternoons, why not visit Baskin Robbins for some sweet ice cream and consider it as  a bonus if you happen to be there on the 31st of the month where you are entitled for 31% off when you purchase a tub of ice cream. I have yet to try all the different flavours of Baskin Robbins ice-cream and it seems that it never ends. Never get bored when you have Baskin Robbins to keep your sweet tooth satisfied.

For every RM30 spent, redeem a unit of Micro Thermo

Now that you've heard my favourite go to places when im craving for sugar, you must be wondering how will you be rewarded by dining? Well, HERE IT IS! When you spend a minimum of RM30 (maximum 2 receipts) from any F&B outlets in Klang Parade, you'd be entitled to redeem 1 unit of Micro Thermo. And when you spend above RM80 (maximum 2 receipts) at any F&B outlets, you'd be entitled to redeem 1 unit of a Micro Thermo AND 1 lucky draw. Imagine eating and you get a unit of Micro Themo as well? Its like a win-win situation of getting rewarded for eating. hehe

Lucky Draw prizes up for grab

If you have a lucky star in your pocket, then you should bring your lucky star out to possibly win the lucky draw grand prize of 1 unit of OGAWA TENS Therapy Electromagnetic Foot Massage worth RM1,999. The second prize is 1 unit of OGAWA Mobile Seat XE Plus - XD Tech massage Cushion worth RM1,198 and as consolation, there will be 10 SSF Cash vouchers worth RM50 each up for grabs!

So what are you waiting for? Meet up with your friends, spend time with your family or maybe give yourself a day off and join the Klang Parade 'Jom Makan' campaign. Who knows you might be bringing back more than just food. Hehe. For more information about Klang Parade, visit their website which i would link below. Thank you for reading my blog post, and if youre looking to win, GOOD LUCK. xx

Klang Parade Official Website