Thursday, November 21, 2019

THE COFFEE BEAN & TEA LEAF® ENCOURAGES THANKFULNESS & THE HEARTFELT JOY OF ‘GIFTING GRATEFUL’ THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

‘Tis the season for sharing and caring, and as family and friends gather to celebrate the season, it’s also a time to reflect and show appreciation for the many good things that have happened throughout the year, whether it’s by buying a meaningful gift for a precious loved one or bringing them to enjoy a good treat like the latest Holiday menu at The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® Malaysia!

Fiona Rodrigues, Director of Marketing & Development, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® Malaysia. 

“It’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the holiday season and sometimes we lose sight of what the holidays are really about, being grateful and sharing time with the ones we love. This year, at The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® Malaysia, we would like to invite our guests to find time to slow down, step into our stores; relax with our holiday treats, bring home holiday cheer with our gift sets and begin a “Gifting Grateful” state of mind,” said Fiona Rodrigues, Director of Marketing & Development, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® Malaysia.

‘Gifting Grateful’ ideas can also include charitable efforts to help others beyond one’s circle of connections, from volunteering to fund-raising; for years now, CB&TL has sold Caring Cup Gift Tags (RM2 each, RM8 per set) to help support communities in need, in addition to annual projects in support of worthy causes.

Festive Treats for All 

To complete the festive mood, CB&TL presents a limited-edition Holiday menu featuring a mix of new delights and classic favourites. Coffee lovers can take their pick from the signature Ice Blended® beverages, in Salted Popcorn or Double Chocolate Peppermint (small RM16.50, regular RM18), also available as a hot or iced latte (small RM15.95, regular RM17.45). There’s even a special Holiday Blend (small RM8.60, regular RM9.65) or, for a more intense and refreshing drink, try the Peppermint Nitro Latte (RM15.95)!

For those who prefer a different kind of bean, the Pure Double Chocolate Peppermint and Pure Red Velvet are available as Ice Blended® (small RM16.50, regular RM18) or hot cocoa beverages (small RM15.95, regular RM17.45).

Comet’s Choc Cheesecake

To go with these delicious beverages, a selection of luscious Holiday items are available – choose from Comet’s Choc Cheesecake, a heavenly light and airy chocolate cheesecake decorated with sugared berries and fresh cream (RM13.95 per slice, RM139.90 for a whole 1.1kg cake); Rudolph’s Sleigh with cream decadent chocolate, cream puff and crunchy almonds (RM13.95 per slice); Dasher’s Snow Surprise in fruit cake, red velvet or brownie variants (RM148 for a whole 1.9kg cake); or Classic Winter Log (RM13.95 per slice, RM139.90 for a whole 1.3kg cake). 

Classic Winter Log

Other seasonal specialities include Prancer’s Passion, a mango and passion fruit cake (RM6.90 per slice, RM45 for a whole cake); 101 North Pole gingerbread spice cottage (RM125); Blitzen’s Stollen packed with sultanas, cinnamon and marzipan (RM6.90 per slice, RM45 for a whole loaf); Jolly Breadman (RM6.90 per piece); and Dancer’s Holiday Cookie, a triple chocolate treat (RM6.90 per piece).

Prancer’s Passion, a mango and passion fruit cake
North Pole gingerbread spice cottage

With so much to choose from, fans may find it more convenient to purchase the Gifting Grateful Sampler, the best way to share and show their gratitude to their loved ones with its selection of Classic Winter Logs, Jolly Breadmen, Strawberry Tarts and Comet's Choc Cheesecake, all in convenient bite-sizes, at only RM99 for a pack of 20 pieces!

Gifting Grateful Sampler

In addition, this selection of gifts keeps on giving: Holiday Blends in three distinctive roasts (RM39 per pack or RM118 as a Gift Set); Espresso Gift set (RM88); limited edition powders (RM40 per tin); and festively designed double insulated mugs (RM48) and tumblers (RM138).

Get a head start on ‘Gifting Grateful’ year with the early bird promotion, a 20% discount on Holiday whole cakes, Holiday party packs and selected traditional Holiday breads with TCB card or online orders until 10th December 2019, and enjoy 30% off selected CB&TL Single Serve Machines Bianca, Clio, Venus, Desto. Kaldi and Contata models until 26th December!

For more information about CB&TL’s Holiday menu, latest offerings, news and promotions, follow

CB&TL Facebook: www.facebook.com/CBTLMalaysiaPage
CB&TL Instagram: @coffeebeanMY,
CBTL website: www.coffeebean.com.my.


* * * About The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® 
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® brand is a leading global roaster and retailer of specialty coffees and teas and is widely credited for driving high quality and innovation to the coffee and tea industry. The company sources the finest ingredients and flavors from around the world and hand blends coffee and tea for the freshest flavors. The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® brand started the frozen coffee drink craze with the invention of The Original Ice Blended® drink and is also the first global coffee and tea retailer to offer cold brew tea. The company currently has more than 1,200 retail locations across the globe and can be found in grocery aisles as well as specialty locations including airports and hotels. For more information, visit www.coffeebean.com.my.  

Monday, November 11, 2019

International Babywearing Week 2019

Babywearing is something close and dear to my heart. I've been babywearing Charlotte and Emmett since they're newborns. Until today, I still wear Emmett around especially when I'm out with them. It is my life saver as I enter parenthood!

I can't stress enough how beneficial babywearing is! The benefits of wearing your baby and practice attachment parenting include:

  • Strengthens the bond between parent and baby, as you maintain a closeness throughout your day, especially during the "4th trimester." 
  • Aids in baby's development, both physically and emotionally, including promoting early language development. 
  • And did you know that a carried baby is generally calmer thanks to all of her primal/survival needs being met? 
  • Decreases risk of SIDS and flat-head syndrome. 
  • Promotes neural development, respiratory and gastrointestinal health, and aids in balance. 
  • Lets moms discreetly breastfeed on the go. 
  • Boosts breast milk production due to close contact with baby. 
  • Allows caregivers to be "hands-free" to get stuff done while still holding baby. 
  • Promotes early language development. 
  • Babies learn by watching faces, and babywearing puts your little one at conversational height- "the best seat in the house." 
  • Allows parents to see more of the world through baby's eyes. And your babies get to discover their new world from the safety and comfort of your body. 
  • Fosters a closeness through toddlerhood. 
  • Toddlers can be worn too, reminding them of their "home base," and allowing that bond to continue as they grow. 


On the 2nd of November, International Babywearing Week 2019 was held at Jaya One from 9am to 5pm.

I remember as I step into the event place, I could see a lot of parents babywearing their precious as they walk around the place. It was such a beautiful sight as the parents get to enjoy shopping while their kids stay calmly snugged in the carrier.

There were also a lot of carrier brands that you can find locally. Just to name a few below:

Snuggbaby: https://www.instagram.com/snuggbaby/

Unison CA: https://www.instagram.com/mysuppori_unisonca/

Sunshine Bliss : https://www.instagram.com/mysunshinebliss/

Soul Slings: https://www.instagram.com/soulslings/

Jumpsac: https://www.instagram.com/jumpsac/

Cuddle Me: https://www.instagram.com/cuddleme_malaysia/

There were also informative and educational talks on parenting such as babywearing, weaning, car seat safety and breastfeeding.

One of the speakers giving informative and educational talk
 The highlight of the event has got to be the Babywearing Beauty Pageant! The theme was Halloween. There were 7 contestants and they all came prepared!

The Joker!

Ursula from The Little Mermaid

Irish Frankenstein hahaha

I honestly can't remember this but I think she's Charlie from the Chocolate Factory

Unicorn Lady

Queen Elsa

Bollywood Star. The little girl steal the show!

And the winner goes to...

Charlie from the Choclate Factory... I think hahaha.

All the babywearing beauty pageants on stage 

I enjoy this part a lot actually. Especially the little belly dancer!

Thank you The Asian Parent Malaysia for having me at the event. 

Friday, November 1, 2019

Love Knot Turns One!

Last month, on the 26th of Oct to be exact, Love Knot had their first birthday event held at The Other Half Cafe in TTDI.


To celebrate this milestone, they had a fashion show to showcase the launch of their first self manufactured collection. I was fortunate and honored to be selected as one of the models.

For their first self-manufactured collection, they had different styles and sizes as they aim to be more inclusive. They also aim to empower as many women as they can through fashion. You can follow the hashtag #LKEmpowers on Instagram to read about the inspiring stories.

I first came to know Love Knot from someone on Instagram. I slowly became a fan of theirs as I love their collections and I see how hard they work on building their brand and the relationship with the customers. Seeing them come to where they are now with a new office and own collection, I have to say that they deserve every success they have.

Anyway, back to the event.

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To celebrate the milestone, Love Knot came out with their first self-manufactured collection - OmniLove collection. Each comes in sizes S to XL! And as seen in the picture above, I was one of the selected lucky one to model for them during the Love Knot Turns One event.


All the models here are followers of Love Knot. And they're all super nice and sweet.


The one I wore was the Kyleigh Off Shoulder Skater Dress, which comes in black, white and burgundy. This will be my all time special function dress from now on. It's simple yet elegant.

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Oh dear, can you tell how nervous I was hahahaha. LOOK AT THAT FACE!

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The beautiful dessert table spread.


Here's me and the beautiful founder of Love Knot- Melody.

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There's also a panel session and was broadcaster live on their social medias. The speakers include Christy Ng, Adele Chow from Sevenvault, Penny Choo from Bloomthis and Esther Goh from Shopee. They talked about empowering women through their work and fashion. I was definitely benefited from it.

Overall, it was a great celebration. I know the Love Knot team has definitely put in a lot of effort to grow their business and I think they deserve every success they have.


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Love Knot
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