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Sunday, January 31, 2016

MENTHOLATUM BOTANICS : NATURE INSPIRED SERIES

It's Monday, how's everyone feeling today? Last weekend I went to One Utama (old wing) to attend the Butterfly Project Malaysia. I love skincare beauty related products, how can I missed out this.
Talking about skincare, we need to find the suitable range for our skin to use.

Mentholatum launches nature inspired series - 'BOTANICS'
New Series of Face Wash and Face Masks Using Natural Herbal Essence. 


During the event, the consultant was there to intro us about the BOTANICS range.
They are four range of products namely tube face wash, foaming wash, pump wash and sheet masks to offer consumers a relaxing nature's experience. 

Each of these range includes a variety of offerings to suit various skin conditions.
The Face Wash tube comes in 4 variants namely 
Hydra Whitening, Pore Refining, Deep Cleaning and Hydrating; 
the Pump Wash comes in 2 variants namely Deep Clean and Moisturising & Brightening, 
the Foaming Wash comes in 2 variants namely Oil & Blemish Control and Whitening; and lastly 
the sheet mask comes in 5 variants namely the Aloe Vera Whitening Facial Mask, Pormegranate Anti-Oxidant Facial Mask, Rosemary Pore Refining Facial Mask, Rosehip Oil Brightening Facial Mask and Lavender for Soothing Facial Mask.

 During the event, we get to choose the herbs and dried flowers to DIY own tea bag ingredients. What's the ingredient do you like in your tea bag? Let's see what we have on the day to choose namely green lemon, peach flower, jasmine, lemon grass, osmantus, stevia, rosemary, rose, mangola, lavender, chamomile, amarant, apple flower, violet and crysanthemum.
 If you are looking for a handy tube wash, you can choose the tube face wash. It's simple and easy to carry in your bag, just a simple squeeze and can perform the cleansing task on the face. The price range Tube Face Wash, 100g (RM14.90)

Deep Cleansing Face Wash

  • Refresh with the uplifting scent of lemongrass, it contains Ylang-Ylang and Tea Tree Extract as the main ingredients as well as White Tea and Olive Tea that helps balance oil, deep cleanse and purifies pores. This face wash helps prevent blemishes and blackhead occurrence and suitable for oily and combination skin types.
Hydra Whitening Face Wash
  • Formulated with Arbutin Bearberry that brightens the skin and enhances skin fairness. It contains Agave that helps to retain skin moisture and promotes collagen synthesis to protect the skin against environmental harm. It's suitable for all skin types.
Hydrating Face Wash
  • Let the calming scent of Jasmine relax you as you wash your face. This face wash deeply hydrates the skin as it cleanses.
  • It contains Calendula and Jasmine as the main ingredients as well as Aloe Extract and Violet which have moisturizing properties. Its soothing properties also rejuvenate dry, irritate and sensitive skin. Suitable for dry and combination skin types. 
Pore Refining Face Wash
  • Contains the uplifting scent of Orange Flower, this face wash deeply cleanse pores to remove oil, dirt and impurities.
  • It contains Rosemary and Witch Hazel as the main ingredients as well as Lentil and Green Tea which helps to minimize pores, control oil and fights acne causing bacteria. 
  • It's suitable for oily and combination skin types.
Mentholantum Botanics face care series
 The BOTANICS four range of products, the price range Tube Face Wash, 100g (RM14.90)
Pump Wash, 150ml (RM21.90), Foam Wash, 160ml (RM25.90)
Sheet Mask, 22ml/pouch (RM6.90)

Have you spot the range of Mentholatum Botanics that you like? These four range of products namely tube face wash, foaming wash, pump wash and sheet masks.

 During the event, I tried the pump wash and foaming wash of different range.

Pump wash is convenient and it controls the usage amount much more effectively. Just a pump or two, that's all you need for a clean relaxing wash.

Deep Clean Face Wash

  • Contains Ylang-Ylang and Tea Tree Extract as the key ingredients for oil control, prevention of blemishes and it's also soothing on the skin. It contains other soothing and moisturising ingredients such as Cucumber and Aloe Vera.
  • The lemongrass scent refreshes face with every wash. 
  • It's suitable for oily and combination skin.
Moisturising and Brightening Face Wash
  • Formulated with Rosehip Oil that is rich in Vitamin C and Pearl Extract to help brighten, tone and improve skin's luminosity
  • It's suitable for all skin types
Foam wash, if you like foamy type of cleansers this is for you.

Oil & Blemish Control Foam Wash
  • It contains Ylang-Ylang and Tea Tree Extracts as the main ingredients as well as Wild Pansy that are effective in curbing blemishes.
  • Skin will feel revitalised and refreshed after a wash
  • The scent of lemongrass is simply refreshing and it calms you after a long day at work
  • It's suitable for oily and combination skin
Whitening Foam Wash
  • Smell scent of Rose as you cleanse your face. 
  • It contains Aloe Extract and Narcissus that have moisturising properties while at the same time brightens the skin as you cleanse your face. 
  • It's suitable for all skin types. 



BOTANICS uses the finest ingredients with the highest quality natural herbal essences from flowers and herbs that give you the best experience which only nature can produce. Each herb and flower were carefully selected based on their unique properties to offer exceptional results.

The Botanics sheet mask is infused with herbal essence and enriched with Hyaluronic Acid to repair and rejuvenate your skin while you close your eyes and relax. It comes in 5 variants, namely;

  • Aloe Vera Hydrating Facial Mask
  • Pomegranate Anti-Oxidant Facial Mask
  • Rosemary Pore Refining Facial Mask
  • Rosehip Oil Brightening Facial Mask
  • Lavender for Soothing Facial Mask

Get your hands on these MENTHOLATUM BOTANICS : NATURE INSPIRED SERIES now as they are only available at Guardian stores nationwide from January 2016 onwards.





The Go for Gold Contest @Domino's Pizza Malaysia

146th outlet of Domino's Pizza at USJ 1/1B, Subang Jaya.
Chinese New Year is just a week away, good news to Pizza lovers and Cheese lovers. Domino's Pizza rolling out its latest sensation to its menu, the all New Cheesy Mozzarella Stix. 
It's my son's all time favourite when comes to cheese.

During this auspicous festivities, Domino's Pizza invited 50 children from Pertubuhan Rumah Amal Cahaya Tengku Ampuan Rahimah (RACTAR), Rumah KIDS and Rumah Charis for the launch of Cheesy Mozzarella Stix and treated them to an appetizing meal at Domino's Pizza's new outlet in USJ1, Subang Jaya. 

To the delight of the children, Domino's held an energetic Lion Dance performance to mark the opening event and launch Cheesy Mozzarella Stix to kick off the Year of the Monkey. The joy and excitement were seen on their faces when the children witnessed the performance and were fun activities awaiting them. They were served with the brand new Cheesy Mozzarella Stix and array of Domino's famous pizzas.

Congratulations to Domino Pizza for opening it's 146th outlet.

Good news to contest lovers too, Domino's Go for the Gold contest will be kicking off from 
February 15 to March 27 March, 2016.
Customer who purchase the new Cheesy Mozzarella Stix can fill in their Order ID into the contest page at www.dominos.com.my/go4gold
will be in the running to win gold bars and golden prizes worth up to RM88,888.
Not just that, for every contest entry, customer will get a free Regular pizza e-Coupon,
credited to their online account upon every successful submission, valid for their next pizza purchase.

What's the prizes awaiting the winners?
Grand Prize winner of Go for Gold contest will walk away with sparkling 50g Gold Bar!
Second Prize with eight lucky winners to win 5g of Gold Bar.
Meanwhile, the third and fourth prize winners will be in the running to win eight Gold watches and eight Gold themed perfumes respectively. 
Consolation prizes of a year's supply of Regular Pizzas which is equivalent to 12 Regular pizzas will also be up for grabs for 200 winners!

 Featuring scrumptious 100% mozzarella cheese wrapped in a crispy crust sprinkled with a blend of mozzarella and cheddar cheese baked to golden perfection, the New Cheesy Mozzarella Stix is sure to create a wonderful burst of lip-smacking creamy flavours!
New Cheesy Mozzarella Stix
For a limited time, the Cheesy Mozzarella Stix will be available at an introductory price of just RM7.80 and will be available from February 15 onwards.

Group photo of Domino's Pizza staffs with Shamsul Amree, General Manager, Operations, Domino's Pizza Malaysia and Singapore.
Along with this latest addition, customers can also enjoy even greater value and savings with Domino's ongoing 2 Pizza Deals promotion with choices of their 28 specialty pizzas. A combo of 2 regular pizzas are available from just RM30.00 while a combo of 2 Large pizzas are available from RM50.00. On the other hand, a combo of 2 Xtra Large pizzas are available from RM70.00, terms apply. Besides the 2 Pizzas Deal, their RM5.90 Personal Pizza is still available at all stores for take-away and dine-in. The RM5.90 Personal Pizza is available with 20 flavours to choose from. All prices indicated are inclusive of 6% GST.

To know more about the Domino's Pizza Malaysia's, latest Mozzarella Cheese Stix, Go for Gold Contest as well as current promotions you can visit their website at www.dominos.com.my from 
15 February onwards. 

For terms and conditions of the contest, please visit www.dominos.com.my/go4gold. 




Tuesday, January 26, 2016

US Potato Fest, Culinary Best @KDU University College

photo credit to Geozo
It's January and Chinese New Year just two weeks away. This is a post that I have been waiting to write and share with you. An US Potato Fest, Culinary Fest that was held in December at KDU University College at Utropolis Glenmarie. It was seven weeks ago I join the cooking challenge.

US Potato Fest, Culinary Best
On the day, the event registration at 11am. It's my first time to go there, I used waze to get there.
The event starts about 11.30 in the morning, dietitian Indra Balaratnam was there to share her knowledge on potatoes. Before that, there were U.S. Potato Representative and Agricultural Attache that give their welcome speech on the event.
photo credit to Nannie
During the event, Chef Kenneth Kam has demo three recipes and demo. They are Puree of U.S Potato Soup, Roasted Quail with U.S Potato Stuffing & U.S Hash Brown, and Creamy Gratin U.S Potatoes.


beautiful, Rose Potato created by SHERAY
My partner Ayue with me took part in US Potato Fest, Culinary Fest cooking challenge. We named our team as SHERAY because I am Sherry and she is Ayue, so combination the named SHERAY. We got to think of the name for our team and also what we want to cook before take part in the challenge. Both of us also love roses, roses are red, and roses with thorns too.
team SHERAY
If you have been following my instagram @sherrygo, you'll see my social updates from there.
Before the cooking starts we get to choose US potatoes that we need to use, then we are given an hour to cook. 

They are total of ten teams that took part, and all of us are bloggers. Yeah even our partners in cooking. Below the top photo is team Chikiboom created by Khai/Nannie.


 So ten recipes created on the US Potato Culinary Challenge, because of we need to get in the hall for let the judges to try the meals. I didn't get to snap all the photos.

Every team has come up with delicious meals for judges to try. Indeed we have make two sets the same, one for display and the other set for judges to try. #USpotatoes can create many delicious food, desserts and soup. Endless creativity, and instant success if you know how to cook them.
Can you spot which is the creation by SHERAY? 
photo credit to Mr. Jocko.

They are total of Three Winners that won cash prizes and a trophy. 
Grand Prize : RM1,000 cash and a trophy (Elana Khong/Sidney Kan)
Second Prize: RM500 cash and a trophy (Nannie/Khai)
Third Prize: RM300 cash and trophy (team Sheray)

Yeah team Sheray won 3rd Prize, because the judges loved our rose potatoes. It was a fun day as everyone has been there from morning til afternoon around 3.30 pm.

Monday, January 25, 2016

Getting Your New Business Off of to a Good Start

The "to do" list of things that require completion before opening day can be tedious. It is important to break things down into categories so that nothing gets forgotten. There is always going to be a few last minute details that get pushed aside. Prepare for them and make sure you have an extra couple of days in your timeline to handle these missed details.

Visual Materials
Visual materials include having a logo made for branding purposes and creating an identity for the business. This also includes having menus or brochures available. If you are in the restaurant or hospitality industry, a formal presentation of menu or accommodation options is vital. To get a few ideas of the different styles of trending options, click here. This will give you a few ideas of the different layout options to capture the right vibe for your business.

Permits
As soon as you find a location for your business and have a definite name, it is time to start applying for the necessary permits. This can take some time, so it is always best to get an early start. Most business types require inspections during and after construction and prior to opening for health and safety standard compliance. All of the required inspections should be completed more than a week before opening in case any repairs or corrections are required.

Staff
It is important to hire staff at least 30 days prior to opening. This allows enough time for training your staff. The more prepared the staff is on opening day, the better the first impression with patrons will be. In some cases, it is a good idea to not hire any management before opening. Take some time during training to see who stands out as a leader and who possess the qualities you desire in a manager.

Decor
Have a specific theme. Make sure that all of the decor matches that theme. It may be a good idea to enlist the help of a professional designer to make sure that the interior of your business is not too cluttered and that it makes the statement you want it to.

Opening a new business is an exciting time in your life. It is stressful. Remember to schedule some time for yourself each day so that you can decompress and mentally prepare for the next phase. Without taking breaks, business ownership can take over your life. It is important to give your business the attention it needs along with making necessary time for yourself and your family.



Saturday, January 23, 2016

Chinese New Year with Shelter Home, PJ @eCurve

Official launch of eCurve's Chinese New Year event by Azizul Hisham Ahmad Centre Manager, eCurve
Chinese New Year is just two weeks away, in the spirit of the upcoming Chinese New Year, twenty children with their two caretakers of Shelter Home, Petaling Jaya were treated to an entertaining and festive excursion organised specially for them by eCurve.

The Lion Dance performance supposed to perform at entrance of eCurve but because of rain it has been move indoor in the mall for performance. Kwong Ngai lion dance troupe put on a thrilling acrobatic show, leaping from one pole to another effortlessly, drawing awestruck gasps from public and children. 

 The children were given complimentary stylish haircut on the day upon their arrival at the mall by professional hairdressers at The S'Pro Hairdressing salon. Children are happy with their new hairstyles and they made their way to eCurve's CP Arcade for some gaming treats. They get to enjoy and played many different games the arcade had to offer.


After the performance, the children of Shelter Home were over the moon when they were gifted with Chinese New Year goodie bags and an Ang Pow packet each from eCruve.

 Great performance and great company through out the evening at eCurve.
 You can check out the lion dance video I have posted on https://www.facebook.com/mymomsbest/

 Lovely brimming with a cheerful festive atmosphere, the Centre Atrium had the children in a celebratory mood with its red and pink hues to suit eCurve's Vibrant Vibes - A CNY Pop Show lunar new year campaign.

Keeping the vibrant theme, the children were treated to a fun and fast- paced Vibrant musical dance performance. The pop performers' captivating choreography, slick moves and bright costumes keeps the children entertained.

The outing concluded with a delectable and hearty dinner for children and their caretakers at Pelicana Chicken, a Korean eatery offering authentic gourmet fried chicken.
Group photo session.
If you are planning where to go this Chinese New Year, you can visit eCurve as the mall is having the CNY campaign from January 8 to February 9, 2016. There will be captivating dance perfomances and the exhilarating acrobatic lion dance performances go live every Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays. The God of Prosperity will also be strolling about the mall, distributing candies and extending festive greetings to partron of eCurve.

Various of promotions and offers await at the Centre Atrium, ranging from apparels to Chinese New Year decorations and goodies, all to usher in the lunar new year. Throughout the campaign, shoppers who spend RM150 or above in a maximum of two receipts will be entitled to redeem a Candy Canister and Ang Pow packets courtesy of eCurve. Redemption are subject to terms and conditions and while stocks last.

If you like to know more about eCurve Chinese New Year campaign, you can visit www.ecurve.com.my or eCurve's Facebook page at www.facebook.com/eCurveMall.

Thursday, January 21, 2016

Cruise with The Black Pearl - FCMS

 Here's my second post to share with you, after I blog about the time.together at Puteri Harbour officially launched. We spotted this beautiful rainbow from the Jen Hotel Puteri Harbour.
back of me is The Black Pearl - FCMS
It's surprice in the evening where media/bloggers invited by GO Communications to on board The Black Pearl - FCMS. We are the first session to take the 1.5 hours ride, before board the Black Pearl. Captain Michael Jones brief everyone about the safety procedure. 

Captain Michael Jones explaining of how to use the safety jacket

The Black Pearl, A 45ft cruiser boat that is owned by Captain Jones. Thinking of the black pearl, it reminds of me of the famous movie I have watched The Pirates of the Caribbean. He is a passionate boat owner as he likes sharing his experience of leisure with the world.

Refreshment in the cruise, bread, fruits, snacks, and drinks.

There's one room in the cruise, you can view my instagram @sherrygo for the video.
The Black Pearl - FCMS is like a home, you can find there's kitchen, a fridge, air-con, a restroom, a bedroom. 
selfie time with Mandy blogger, photo credit to Mandy

fishing on board? Why not? 
 Anyone interested to go for the fishing cruise? You can look for The Black Pearl - FCMS
photo credit to Mandy
 How I spend my time in the lower deck? I have meal time with Mandy and Miera, refreshment is served we just need to help ourselves with that.
 Everyone enjoying themselves on board The Black Pearl - FCMS, though there was rain but it didn't bother us. We have the upper deck covered, we didn't get wet by the rain.
 Captain of The Black Pearl - FCMS is friendly and he is willing to explain answer questions that everyone is curious about.

We are given the chance to hands on the wheel of The Black Pearl - FCMS.

 We were told that the upper deck cannot have everyone on board so we took turn to go upper deck.
photo credit to The Black Pearl - FCMS
 Photos were taken in the evening, it was still raining but it didn't stop any of us from enjoying ourselves. Group photo above is taken at upper deck of The Black Pearl - FCMS with Captain, can you spot me? Group photo below is taken at the lower deck.
photo credit to The Black Pearl - FCMS
We enjoy the cruise around the vicinity of Pearl Harbour. It's a wonderful experience I have through out the cruise.

If you like to know more about The Black Pearl- FCMS, please visit https://www.facebook.com/FlyingColoursMarineSolutions

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