hi all~
Yesterday i visited Hero Market Desa Tebrau, this is my very first time visited Hero market with blogger friends , thanks for the media invitation =D Hero Market desa tebrau is beautiful and clean , i like its enviroment =) .
We are gather here because of Sabai Sabai Thai food festival 2018 ~!
Experience the rich Thai culture, food and a plethora of offerings at the ‘Sabai Sabai Thai Food Festival 2018’! Jointly organized by the Department of International Trade Promotion, Ministry of Commerce of Thailand (DITP), HeroMarket and HPG Marketing (M) Sdn Bhd, the festival took place at all 24 HERO Market outlets from 3 – 31 August. 2018.
An opening ceremony was carried out at Berjaya Time Square on 3 August 2018, and a similar second ceremony was conducted at HeroMarket Desa Tebrau Johor on 16 August 2018.
Sabai Sabai, which literally translates to being happy, relaxed or comfortable, perfectly embodies the Thai culture and lifestyle. If people asking you how are you doing ? and you reply Sabai Sabai (thai language ) means you are doing well =) so it is a good word =D
Ms Patcha Wutipan from the Department of International Trade Promotion, Ministry of Commerce of Thailand said, “This is the first ‘Sabai Sabai Thai Food Festival’organized with HeroMarket and we expect more than 70,000 people throughout the festival period. Over the past few years, we have observed an increasing demand in quality Thai products from Malaysian consumers.” “We chose HeroMarket as a partner for this joint promotion because of their enthusiasm and constant support. Additionally, we share the same vision for Malaysian consumers to continue to have more choices of good quality products that Thailand,” Patcha added. We expect more than 70,000 people visiting the event during these 3 day event which includes Thai Cultural Performance, Massage Demonstration and Free Massage. “We are excited to be part of the ‘Sabai Sabai Thai Food Festival 2018’ as we promote Thailand products and culture with our customers. We are heartened to be working together with Department of International Trade Promotion, Ministry of Commerce of Thailand for this initiative and look forward to similar collaborations in the future,” said Francis Teng, Director of HeroMarket During the festival, a range of new products was launched in Malaysia. These included innovative fruit snacks from J Fruit, famous Thai confectionery brand– HACKS, Japanese rice crackers - Doca, fried shrimp and crab chips - Manora,Pocky choco sticks, crispy fish snacks – ‘Madam Fish’, rice crisps – Tawan, roasted peanuts snacks – Otori, sweet tamarind from Tamarind House as well as snacks and beverages from international brands that are produced in Thailand such as Schweppes +C Lemon Flavour Soft Drink, Malee 100% juices, Birdy 3-in-1 coffee, Hales Blue Boy Syrup and many, many more. Malaysian consumers can also get special priced offers from existing brands ranging from confectioneries and beverages.
According to Mr Soh Vleong, Managing Director of HPG Marketing, “We have been bringing in Thai products since we started operations about seven years ago. Thai products do well in Malaysia as Malaysians are taken up with their unique people’s culture, innovative products and accepted taste offering which are undeniable. Being a part of the ‘Sabai Sabai Thai Food Festival 2018’ has given us an opportunity to partner with DITP, and we look forward to this collaboration. We hope, in time, this will pave the way to increase the demand of Thai products for Malaysians.” “Thailand is one of our closest neighbors and Malaysians are constantly visiting the nation for business or pleasure, many buying Thai products during their travels. While we have a good range of Thai products on our shelves, as a partner of the ‘Sabai Sabai Thai Festival 2018’, we can offer more to our customers who crave the variety of Thai products,” said Sharon Hew, Marketing Manager of HeroMarket. Apart from the in-store promotions, two major outlets featured special activities in conjunction with the ‘Sabai Sabai Thai Food Festival 2018’. The opening ceremony held at Berjaya Times Square and was officiated by Ms Nipa Nirannoot, Minister Counselllor, Royal Thai Embassy on 3 August, 2018. A similar ceremony was conducted at HeroMarket, Desa Tebrau, Johor Bahru. The ceremony was officiated by Ms Patcha Wutipan, Minister Counsellor, Department of International Trade Promotions , on 16 August, 2018. Consumers from the South, can visit Desa Tebrau Johor Bahru and enjoy more Thai cultural performances alongside a Thai food festival and international bazaar. There were Thai cultural performances and workshops that showcased Thailand’s exquisite blend of culture and heritage.
During 16 – 18 August 2018, consumers who spend more RM30 at HeroMarket DesaTebrau will receive a free 15-minute Thai massage courtesy of Than Thara.
During the ‘Sabai Sabai Thai Food Festival 2018, for every RM5 purchase of Thai products at the Hero Market outlets from 3rd to 31st of August 2018, consumers are eligible to participate in a lucky draw to win exciting prizes. The first prize winner will receive two return flight tickets to Phuket with accommodation for a 4Day-3Night stay while the second prize winner stands a chance to win two return flight tickets to Hua Hin, with accommodation for a 3Day-2Night stay. The third prize winner will receive a hamper worth RM500, fourth prize: a hamper worth RM300 and fifth prize: a hamper worth RM200. I bought the thai snack too and join the lucky draw , hopefully can win the trip ~!! =D
I want to say big thank you to the organiser. I was suprised when they announced i am one of the winner of creative instagram picture contest entry =D Thanks for the gift =P
For more information about the ‘SabaiSabai Thai Food Festival2018’,
please visit https://www.facebook.com/myheromarket/
or https://www.facebook.com/thinkthailandmy.
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Congrats Kim ...so lucky you ar ..
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