ALVIN CHOO, 28
Co-owner of Kwong Cheong Thye
Few would have guessed that a 130-year-old heritage soya sauce brewery, whose products are used in the kitchens of five-star hotels and Michelin-starred Chinese restaurants, would one day be on TikTok. However, Alvin Choo, the fifth-generation owner of Kwong Cheong Thye (KCT), is a firm believer in change and keeping up with the times.
Since joining the family business in 2017, Alvin has been working to transform the company. Under his leadership, KCT has established an online presence and also expanded its production and office space to include a new five-storey extension. The goal is to achieve 90 per cent fully automated processes for maximum efficiency, and for older workers to be reskilled for easier roles instead of manual labour.
Some traditions, like the six-month fermentation period of the soya sauce, are maintained, but KCT has also harnessed science and technology to produce a more consistent product. "We are truly passionate about our brewing process," Alvin says. "If there are any evolutions in trends, no matter in science or in consumer habits, we will study them and continue to evolve with the times."
TEH SU CHING, 37
Founding partner of Purple Tree Content, and head writer and executive producer of Happy Endings
A published poet and essayist, multi-hyphenate Teh Su Ching also writes and produces television, film and audio content. The founding partner of Purple Tree Content teaches and mentors aspiring filmmakers, at the same time juggling her role as mother to two young children.
Bu hikaye Prestige Singapore dergisinin September 2022 sayısından alınmıştır.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Giriş Yap
Bu hikaye Prestige Singapore dergisinin September 2022 sayısından alınmıştır.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Giriş Yap
Double Take
Although somewhat dismissed by the contemporary art world as gimmicky, works that incorporate optical illusions remain immensely popular with the general public. Perhaps it speaks to our inherent need for something slightly magical in our everyday lives.
Plugged Into Wealth
Fintech advocate Carney Mak is bullish on disruptive technologies, but preaches deep understanding of business models before diving in.
Going for Green
SIMON ROGAN's visionary approach of cooking in tune with nature is inspiring chefs in Asia to be more sustainable.
TABLES TURNED
They could have their pick of the best schools, but more young super achievers from Asia are going to a hotel academy a choice they believe opens up more doors.
PRECIOUS HISTORY
Cleef Arpel TACHA VASSILTCHIKOV res her insights the jewellery house Peers preserving its patrimony and Heritage.
MARKS OF DISTINCTION
A clasp-free necklace that could be easily put on by the wearer, without assistance.
Colours of the Season
Thanks to K-pop stars, analysing colours to personalise make-up has surged, with theslategs service available from the boutique of Korean. brity make-up artist JUNG SAEM MOOL.
MAKING OF AN OPUS
In Hermes’ Barénia, in-house perfumer CHRISTINE NAGEL has realised a decade-long dream that harks back to her childhood stories.
Everywhere Care
Serums from homegrown skincare brand Blé de Fonty target more than just the face.
Pucker Up
Lip moisturisers are essential in Singapore’s air-conditioned environment. We share our personal favourites and introduce lip care that go the distance.