Somersby Cider’s Giant Apples Unveil #MagicMoments Campaign

12,000 FREE bottles to be given away across Klang Valley, Penang and Johor!

The secret of the two larger-than-life apples with countdown timers at the main entrance of Pavilion Kuala Lumpur and at LG2 of Sunway Pyramid (near Ice Rink) finally unveiled and it transformed into a booth when the clock hit 12 noon today! Somersby, the best-selling cider in Malaysia once again surprised the cider lovers by giving away 4,000 bottles at these two locations in conjunction with the launch of #MagicMoments campaign.

Consumers at Pavilion KL were caught by surprise when picnic goers sitting on a picnic mat with friends, apple pickers plucking apples from the tree while some were reading newspaper – as if in a garden which swiftly assembled to perform a flash mob. This led to the launch of #MagicMoments campaign. We are all searching for things that make us happy and yet simple little pleasures that bring us the greatest joy can be easily overlooked. The new Somersby #MagicMoments campaign is to inspire our consumers to take a break and enjoy life’s little pleasures with the refreshing and fruity taste of Somersby Cider made from sun-ripened apples.

“Life is hectic, especially living in the city. No one would have thought of getting a free

Somersby Cider on a Thursday while heading out for lunch. This is one of those little pleasures in life. We are happy that we put a smile on our consumers’ face and this is simply magical. We believe Somersby is like one’s life’s little pleasure and you can live your #MagicMoments with Somersby too!” said Charles Wong, Marketing Director of Carlsberg Malaysia.

Besides the free Somersby giveaway, consumers at both locations were engaged with the 3D backdrop and the brand’s newly introduced Augmented Reality (aka A.R.) app called Somersby Malaysia. When consumer scans the QR code and download the app, they can post creative photos on their Instagram and Facebook by hashtaging #SomersbyMY and #MagicMoments and something magical awaits. Do check it out to find out more. On site consumers were excited and impressed with the application’s 3D animation and A.R.

That’s not all! Consumers can also win a 3D2N all-expense paid trip to Singapore from 6 August to 30 September using the A.R. app as well. It is simple, fun and easy. Purchase any 4-can or 4-bottle pack of Somersby Cider, take a creative 3D animated photo with the app and post it on Instagram using the app. The most ‘LIKES’ wins. Weekly prizes to be won as well!

Bringing the little pleasure and magical moments closer to Penangites and Johoreans, Somersby Cider will be giving away both Somersby Apple and Blackberry at Gurney Paragon Mall and Sutera Mall on 5 to 6 August.

For more information about #MagicMoments, follow Somersby Malaysia on Facebook at www.facebook.com/SomersbyMY.

Penang Holiday Macalister Mansion Penang Day 2 And Day 3

Continuing on our Penang holiday, we took a short drive and soon arrived at the Majestic Macalister Mansion Penang for our second night Penang Holiday to enjoy more Penang Food.

Macalister Mansion Address: 

228 Macalister Road,

10400 George Town, Penang

It was like we are in the midst to turning back time with the Victorian style mansion that will be hosting us for our night stay.

A stunner in so many ways, this concept venue with a keen focus on dashing design is set inside a refurbished 1900s colonial-style mansion, with a facade of white Greek revival pillars, intricate trellises and a giant bust of Sir Macalister.

Macalister Mansion – a five-star boutique hotel, with an illustrious fine-dining restaurant, cafe, a cozy wine lounge and cigar den which shout out the best money can buy – is a subtle tribute to Penang’s rich colonial past.

Afternoon Tea Living Room Macalister Mansion Penang

Living Room Macalister Mansion is a perfect place to have Afternoon Tea especially for ladies that likes to take a nice picture as the decor in this All Day Dining Restaurant at Macalister Mansion will transform one to the Victorian style Afternoon tea setting.

Living Room @Macalister Mansion Address

228 Macalister Road,

10400 George Town, Penang

With the nice decor, having the Afternoon Tea at the Living Room will set you in the mood for a nice afternoon setting.

There are wall stencils of cats, clocks and a fireplace, hanging greens and square tile floors, and chairs in every conceivable material (wood, plastic, metal etc.), colour and shape.

Deck with Victorian style tables and finely crafted settee, it makes one wonder of the charms of the colonial era.

Dining Room Macalister Mansion Penang - 8 Course Chef Set Dinner Menu

What makes our 8 Course Chef Tasting Set Dinner Menu Dining Room @ Macalister Mansion Penang (Malaysia Tatler's Best Restaurant for 2013 and 2014) special is that you do not need to worry what's for dinner, you are game on to experience the multitude of surprised dishes that the Chef has in store for us.

Dining Room @ Macalister Mansion Penang Address

228, Jalan Macalister, George Town, 

11400 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

The decor is pure colonial couture with all-white furniture accented by a giant faux white tree in the centre of the room, exudes a full elegant, classy and romantic ambiance.

The kitchen at the Dining Room is headed by Chef Johnson Wong (who was trained in a Michelin-starred restaurant) and his menu of modern contemporary cuisine that favored local produce (which changes every two months) is just so tasty and his humble, friendly manner makes the meal a relaxed one.

As mention earlier, the only menu available is a 4-course dinner where patrons can choose from. Other than that you don't expect pages of dishes to choose from but for us tonight, we are here to taste out the 8 Course Chef Tasting Menu. The menu according to Chef will only be revealed at the end of the dinner. This concept of Chef Tasting Menu is quite popular in oversea especially so in Japan (Omakase - Chef Choice).

Penang Holiday Hotel Equatorial Penang Day 1 And Day 2

Hotel Equatorial Penang

To celebrate the completion of my son 'O' levels exam recently, we plan to take a leisure Penang holiday with the family and decided to check out 2 very popular hotel in Penang island. Our first day of our stay is at the popular Hotel Equatorial Penang.

This hotel is one of the first 5 Star hotel in Penang. Set 77 m above sea level, Hotel Equatorial Penang offers a 360 degrees panoramic and scenic view of Bukit Jambul and is located strategically to the Penang International Airport, the two Penang Bridges, and the bustling hub of Bayan Lepas which is just a short drive away. It is also a 20-minute drive from the UNESCO certified heritage city of George Town.

Hotel Equatorial Penang Lobby

Upon arrival at the Hotel Lobby for our 3 Days 2 Nights Penang holiday, we were greeted with a voluminous, airy and natural lit lobby, where you will be amazed by the architecture design of this 26 years old Hotel that was refurbished recently.

Night View From Hotel Equatorial Penang

The Hotel Equatorial Penang has many facilities for its guest among them is a fully-equipped fitness centre, massage and spa facilities, indoor squash, outdoor tennis among the many facilities that we will be checking out later.

Kampachi Japanese Restaurant Hotel Equatorial Penang Weekend Buffet

During our stay at the hotel, we decided to check out Kampachi Japanese Restaurant @ Hotel Equatorial Penang which is a very popular Japanese Restaurant in Penang especially for their weekend buffet promotion.



Kampachi Japanese Restaurant @ Hotel Equatorial Penang Address

Lower Ground Floor Hotel Equatorial Penang

1 Jalan Bukit Jambul , Bayan Lepas, 11900 Penang, Malaysia

The Kampachi Weekend Buffet offers a wide variety of Japanese dishes from fresh seafood, Sashimi to the special Teppanyaki and also the other popular Japanese cuisines which are served during the weekend buffet.



As we enter the restaurant it is almost filled to the brim, a testament to the popularity of this restaurant to the Penang folks.

The first not to be missed dish is the Sashimi as there is a wide variety which includes the crowd favourite Salmon and Tuna which is prepared by Chef Cheah.

nada lama Hotel Equatorial Penang Family Sunday Brunch - Buffet

As it was a Sunday, we decided to check out the Family Sunday Brunch Buffet promotion of nada lama All Day Dining Restaurant at Hotel Equatorial Penang during our stay at the hotel.

nada lama All Day Dining Restaurant at Hotel Equatorial Penang Address

Lower Lobby Hotel Equatorial Penang

Jalan Bukit Jambul, Bukit Jambul, 

11900 George Town, Pulau Pinang

There are many choices of food for you to choose from; which includes local favourite starting from the Laksa section which has the Penang Laksa and nada lama speciality; which is the Equatorial Laksa which I like as there is an infusion on Santan.

Seafood On Ice

or if you are seafood fans, you might start off with the Seafood On Ice which offers a variety of poached seafood for you.



But if you require a little more flavours from your seafood, you might want to try out the ala minute BBQ Seafood which offers many types of fishes like the Cencaru, Sting Ray, Squid and Prawns too.