Closing Ceremony Ibu Nakhoda Hidup 2018

 Last week I attended a meaningful event which is the Closing Ceremony Ibu Nakhoda Hidup 2018.

 Ibu Nakhoda Hidup programme has successfully run another year after a nationwide tour to 10 MYDINs since earlier in March this year. The programme co-organised by Mydin Mohamed Holdings Berhad (MYDIN), Proter & Gamble (P&G) and Pertubuhan Pembangunan Kendiri Wanita dan Gadis (WOMEN:girls) saw growth and improvement from participating mother entreprenuer across Malaysia. You can view the above video that I have made, photos taken on the day I created the video.


As an extension of Tabung Hulurkan Harapan P&G and MYDIN, for 2018 the Ibu Nakhoda Hidup programme successfully raised RM106,078.55 which will used to further assist and enhance the businesses of 5 selected mothers for Ibu Nakhoda Hidup 2018 and also to reach out to more business organisations and universities to provide mentoring for the women within the programme. The aim of this engagement is to allow knowledge sharing on business mapping for growth projection. Tabung Hulurkan Harapan fund is raised through the purchases of P&G products at MYDIN from 15 March until 21 May 2018.


The highlight of the closing ceremony of Ibu Nakhoda Hidup 2018 is the open community pledge suession for Ibu Nakhoda Hidup alumni where the public can provide suggestions, network and offer support to the mothers in their own possible way. Not only will it give the alumni a better view of market demand, it will also allow personal interaction with potential customers.


The ceremony ends with a cheque presentation worth RM106,078.55 by Datuk Wira (Dr.) Haji Ameer Ali Mydin, Datin Wira Dr. Hajah Siti Hawa Mohd and Ms. Teoh Gaik May, General Manager of P&G Malaysia to the President of WOMEN:girls, Ms. Low Ngai Yuen.


On top of that, Ibu Nakhoda Hidup programme has been getting a lot of support from other organisations as well including Tekun National (Selangor), Kelab Usahawan Selangor, Hijrah Selangor, Women Entrepreneur Network Association (WENA) and Giat MARA (Johor) throughout the roadshows and on-ground engagement.


The Ibu Nakhoda 2018 search that will end by this 31 July 2018 has already received 117 participants. From all the 15 alumni of the Ibu Nakhoda Hidup programme, the 2018 closing ceremony were joined by all five 2015 alumnus, Ibsatulhaily Ibrahim, Roziah Asman, Farah Izyan, Ratna Adnan and Tengku Norhaslinda; 2016 almnus Mazleen Mahmood and Rohaiza Selamat as well as 2017 alumnus Azizah Ahmad, Haimisah Mahli, and Anita Ohman.


As for the nationwide tour, the 10 MYDIN locations WOMEN:girls team went to includes MYDIN USJ (Selangor), MYDIN Meru Raya, and MYDIN Parti Buntar (Perak), MYDIN Senawang (Negeri Sembilan), MYDIN Gong Badak (Terengganu), MYDIN MiTC (Melaka), MYDIN Taman Batik (Kedah), MYDIN Bukit Mertajam (Penang), MYDIN Vista Tunku (Sarawak) and MYDIN Mutiara Rini (Johor Bharu).


In addition, a weekly photo contest on Instagram was held for public participation which requires contestants to spot the WOMEN:girls team in MYDIN during their on-ground nationwide tour and tag three entrepreneurs they know in the caption. The lucky winners were selected weekly to receive MYDIN shopping vouchers worth RM50 with the Grand Prize of MYDIN shopping vouchers worth RM1,500.

Pensonic "Raya-Merdeka Cook With Chef Season 3" 2016 Campaign

This year Pensonic "Raya-Merdeka Cook With Chef Season 3" 2016 Campaign comes with triple the thrills and awesomeness as some of the customer may even get to be in the cooking shows together with famous local celebrities and Pensonic Friend Dato's Chef Haji (DCH)Ismail himself! Some of the celebrities joining the show are Zara Zya, Nadiya Nisaa, Faizal Hussein, Sherry Ibrahim, Marsha Milan Londoh, Ungku Ismail, Abam Bocey, Amber Chia, Alan Yun, Sari Yanti, Fendi Balas, Elfira Loy, Chef Florence Tan and the OLA-BOLA Stars, so every episode is a must watch show!

Last year, Pensonic had a very successful cooking demonstration and mass cook along, at the West Boulevard, One City on the 9 August 2015 where 500 people cooked along with DCH Ismail during the cooking demonstration. Everything was provided for the participants, from raw ingredients to cooking utensils, right down to their aprons. The participants not only took home the tasty dishes they cooked, but also a total of RM450.00 worth of goodies including a Pensonic multi-cooker. Yeah it was amazing fun experienced I was one of the participant as my friend invited me to cook with her. 

Again, the time has come for more contests and rewards for Pensonic's customers. After two memorable and amazing years of Pensonic's Chef's Like Campaigns, it is now time for "Raya-Merdeka Cook With Chef Season 3" campaign.

After a very enthusiastic turnout last year's cook along with DCH Ismail, and repeated requests from Pensonic's fans. This time second live cook along with DCH Ismail in Kuala Lumpur again on the 31 July 2016. Winners and participants not only get to participate in this exciting cook along and learn how to make mouthwatering dishes as takeaways from this cooking class, but will also receive Pensonic's Chef's Like Multi-cooker and lots of goodies for their support to Pensonic.

In addition to Facebook contests, cooking demonstrations and cook along, this year they also giving a chance to contest winners to "Cook with Celebrity and Chef DCH Ismail" contest winners to show off their cooking skills in the fun and exciting cooking programme, "Chef Mail Masak Bersama Pensonic" with local celebrities and DCH Ismail.

During the event, at Pensonic "Raya-Merdeka Cook With Chef Season 3" 2016 Campaign Press Conference. 

A recipe book in included in the Pensonic kitchen applicances

Pensonic Raya-Merdeka Cook with Chef Season 3 Press Launch

DCH Ismail distributing bread which made using Bread Maker (PBM-2000)

step by step of cooking that DCH Ismail demonstrate on the day

yummy curry chicken is ready to serve with sliced baked bread.

DCH Ismail has a natural talent for a creating a scintillating melange of dishes from authentic to modern Malay cuisine effortlessly while he charms the audience with his wit and humour. His easy going and extremely likeable personality, his passion for cooking and together with Pensonic appliances, turns his cooking classes into a satisfying and enjoyable experience for the participants.

group photo with the VIPS at ECITY HOTEL

Chef's Like range of lifestyle kitchen appliances with its simple and elegant lines are designed to inspire creativity and made cooking a fulfilling activity, with delightful results that can be savoured by the whole family. 

The appliances in the Chef's Like series include the Bread Maker (PBM-2000), Thermo Flask (PTF-5002), Blender (PB-801), Mixer (PM-214), Multi-cooker (PMC-150G), Induction Cooker (PIC-2000), Steamer (PSM-1603), Rice Cooker (PSR-17N), Electric Oven (AE-19N), Convection Oven (PRO-910), Microave Oven (PMW-2003) and Air Fryer (PDF-2201).

Created with customer's comfort in mind, Pensonic's Chef's Like kitchen appliances complete your home. Enjoy your favourite cup of coffee with freshly boiled water from Thermo Fask (PTF-5002) and slices of warm, baked bread made with Bread Maker (PMB-2000). Don't worry if you don't know the recipe to bake a bread as you can find a recipe book in the box. 

Pensonic "Raya-Merdeka Cook With Chef Season 3" Contests starts on 1 April and ends on 10 July 2016. Just purchase any Chef's Like kitchen appliances, fill in the entry form with the participant's particulars, complete a simple slogan, attach the product warranty card and receipt as proof of purchase, then post them to the mentioned address.

Each winner will receive two tickets to watch Celebrity Chef DCH Ismail prepare authentic as well as modern culinary delights in his entertaining and informative cooking classes. DCH Ismail, who has been Pensonic's Friend since 2005 is a renowned Chef who represents Malaysia in tourism events.

 Pensonic's Chef's Like Campaign Season 3 Cooking Classes 2016 are as follows:

• Kuala Lumpur on 31 July 2016 (Sunday)
• Penang on 7 August 2016 (Sunday)
• Kuching on 14 August 2016 (Sunday)
• Johor Bharu on 20 August 2016 (Saturday)

The 8 episodes will be aired on 2 channels of HyppTV from 19 May to 7 July 2016.

This show can be watched every Thursday 7pm to 7.30pm with repeats every Sunday from 10.30pm to 11pm on HyppSensasi (Channel 116) while HyppInspirasi (Channel 111) will show this programme every Thursday from 9.30pm to 10.00pm. There will be a special episode on both Channel 116 and Channel 111 on 12 May 2016. 

On 16 May onwards, this show will also be on TV3 every Monday from 6pm to 6.30pm with its final episode on 18 July 2016. 

Mark these dates as you watch this "Chef Mail Masak Bersama Pensonic" show stand a chance to grab your share of Pensonic appliances by joining their "Watch & Win" Contest on Pensonic Facebook Page.

Instagram photo contests will be held in selected locations and there will be lucky draws in all the cooking classes, therefore more prizes waits winners and guests. Don't miss out the opportunity to win, your chance win lots of great prizes from Pensonic!

For more detail about Pensonic Malaysia, you can visit

Pensonic Malaysia Facebook page, http://pensonic.com or call Pensonic Careline: 1-800-881-770 for more information.