OMD and Clear Channel Create the Countdown with Carlsberg to the Smoothest Hour Campaign

OMD and Clear Channel Create the Countdown with Carlsberg to the Smoothest Hour Campaign

Carlsberg teamed up with OMD and Clear Channel to combat the heat in Singapore with their latest creative OOH campaign – Counting down to the smoothest hour. The execution, aimed to marvel the crowd with its innovative sampling concept, features the first-in-market countdown beer dispenser along the buzzling streets of Somerset. The custom built 2.2m […]

BuzzFeed’s Tasty Launches Smart Cooker and App

BuzzFeed’s Tasty Launches Smart Cooker and App

BuzzFeed’s foodie content platform Tasty has launched the Tasty One Top, a bluetooth-enabled induction cooktop. In an interesting move for a media company, Buzzfeed’s latest media rethink involves bringing its foodie platform Tasty into the kitchen with the launch of a smart appliance. Currently only available on pre-order in the US, the One Top connects […]

Starbucks to Acquire Remaining Shares of East China JV to Operate All Stores in Mainland China

Starbucks to Acquire Remaining Shares of East China JV to Operate All Stores in Mainland China

Starbucks announced entry into a definitive agreement to acquire the remaining 50% share of its East China (“East China JV”) business from long-term joint venture partners, Uni-President Enterprises Corporation (“UPEC”) and President Chain Store Corporation (“PCSC”) for approximately $1.3 billion in cash consideration in the largest single acquisition in the company’s history. Starbucks will assume […]

The Macallan Teams with Baptiste & Bottle for an Exclusive VR Cocktail Experience

The Macallan Teams with Baptiste & Bottle for an Exclusive VR Cocktail Experience

Baptiste & Bottle of The Conrad Hotel in Chicago and The Macallan have collaborated to create the ultimate Rare Journey cocktail experience that will transport guests to The Macallan Cooperage in Scotland. Launched on July 27th, the $95 cocktail explains the symbiotic relationship between scotch whisky and sherry through the senses and a virtual reality […]

KFC Makes Limited Edition Game Controller Out of its To-Go Chicken Box

KFC Makes Limited Edition Game Controller Out of its To-Go Chicken Box

KFC has been on a roll of late—there was its limited edition line of accessories and home goods, followed by its inedible US$20,000 ‘Zinger’ burger that ending up getting sold to vegans. Now, KFC India has teamed up with Mountain Dew to launch a special edition bluetooth game controller using KFC’s to-go chicken box. The ‘Game Controller 2.0’ houses your […]

Stoli Vodka Served up as Atomic Blonde’s Answer to James Bond’s Martini

Stoli Vodka Served up as Atomic Blonde’s Answer to James Bond’s Martini

Stoli Vodka has partnered with Universal to be the drink of choice for its James Bond-like femme fatale, Charlize Theron’s Atomic Blonde. While Bond’s touted many alcohol brands, in particular his ‘shaken, not stirred’ vodka Martini, Atomic Blonde will gain prominence as the tipple of choice for the secret agent, underlining how versatile the drink is in cocktails. […]

bluemarlin Creates a Distinctive and ‘Characterful’ Design for Portuguese Grocer Continente

bluemarlin Creates a Distinctive and ‘Characterful’ Design for Portuguese Grocer Continente

Continente is a beloved and trusted brand with over 250 supermarkets in Portugal. Although recognised for its value, superior quality and excellent in-store experience, the brand wanted to create a stronger emotional connection with its consumers. Boasting a portfolio of more than 4,000 SKUs across a multitude of different categories, there was also an opportunity […]

New Food Safety Bags by Cheil Worldwide Trialled by Tesco Consumers Following Pesticide Fears

New Food Safety Bags by Cheil Worldwide Trialled by Tesco Consumers Following Pesticide Fears

Tesco, one of the world’s leading supermarkets, is launching a major test of its food Safety Bags that could lead to their introduction in stores around the world, following a push in China to help consumers eat pesticide-free fruit and vegetables. Tesco Safety Bags, introduced recently in China, are fruit and vegetable bags that use […]

Dom Pérignon Teams with Thirstie to Launch its First On-Demand Delivery Pilot

Dom Pérignon Teams with Thirstie to Launch its First On-Demand Delivery Pilot

In July 2017, Dom Pérignon will offer to consumers in selected areas of the US, starting with Miami and New York, the ability to purchase its iconic vintages directly via the brand’s website. The sales will be made by licensed retailers, facilitated by third-party technology and delivery service Thirstie, through its independent retailer network. Dom Pérignon is thrilled to […]