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Borneo Post
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Borneo Post
Celebrating Sabah's heritage with modern Kadazan-Dusun cuisine
Chef Melvin and the dishes he created in collaboration with MAGGI, the Nasi Goreng Losun Ikan Masin and Ikan Basung Goreng Marinated with Tuhau. KOTA KINABALU (May 24): For Kaamtan and Gawai this year, MAGGI is collaborating with two inspiring East Malaysian chefs whose stories and recipes reflect the soul of the season and share a deep connection to their culinary roots. In Sabah, Chef Melvin Gatu is breathing new energy into Kadazan-Dusun cuisine with his modern take on classics such as Nasi Goreng Losun Ikan Masin, a flavourful fried rice dish featuring wild garlic shoots and salted fish, and Ikan Basung Goreng Marinated with Tuhau, a local ginger-like root that adds a bold, tangy kick, capturing the essence of Sabah's rich culinary heritage. This dish also paired perfectly with MAGGI Sambal Tumis Kantan, giving a unique and authentic flavour with an added layer of aroma and spice. 'Kaamatan is about gratitude for our harvest, our ancestors and the people we enjoy meals with. These are not just any recipes; they are part of our unique identity. I'm privileged to work with MAGGI to bring these flavours to a wider audience while staying true to our roots,' said Chef Melvin who hails from Ranau. Chef Melvin's love for cooking began young and at seven, he cooked and served his first dish for his family, his mother's chicken curry, a recipe that he still uses nowadays. 'I was just seven and every Saturday, we would go to the tamu to pick out ingredients. That is where I learned about food, the ingredients, and how to choose the best produce,' he recalled. At 14, he knew he wanted to be a chef. After graduating, Chef Melvin trained in Kuala Lumpur under a well-known Malaysian chef who had a deep pride in local cuisine, even as he mastered French techniques. 'He inspired me. I thought, if he can elevate Malaysian food, why can't I do the same with Sabahan cuisine?' said Chef Melvin when speaking to the media recently. Over the years, Chef Melvin built an impressive resume, working across restaurants and hotels for a decade before accepting a role in Qatar. 'Being overseas opened my eyes. People from Kenya, Tunisia, India, everyone I met was proud of their food. It made me even more determined to promote my own,' he said and returned to Sabah with a vision to document and modernize Sabahan dishes while keeping their essence intact. Though he had started promoting Sabah cuisine online during his time in KL, the lack of authentic ingredients made it difficult to cook the dishes he wanted to promote. 'In Sabah, the markets are full of what we need and when I came back, that's when things really began to take off,' he disclosed. In 2019, Chef Melvin launched his YouTube channel, 'Melvin Gatu', sharing recipes, cooking tips, and his journey. For Chef Melvin, MAGGI's products have become an integral part of his approach to accessible, yet authentic cooking. 'I always bring MAGGI Cukup Rasa when I go camping. It saves me from carrying salt or even onions. It enhances flavour without changing it. This is a staple in my kitchen,' he said. He especially appreciates MAGGI Sambal Tumis, which cuts down preparation time without compromising authenticity, and he is using this in the making of the Sambal Tumis Kantan. 'Normally, making sambal with bunga kantan would take up to eight steps. Now, it's just two, open the packet, add the bunga kantan, and cook. A 30-minute dish becomes a 10-minute wonde,' he said. Chef Melvin dreams of seeing Sabahan cuisine on the global map, restaurants in London, New York, or Tokyo serving linopot, nasi goreng losun, or ikan basung goreng. 'With partners like MAGGI and maybe even support from Sabah Tourism or national campaigns, we can go global. I can envision the linopot, a traditional dish of rice wrapped in leaf and served with local condiments, being promoted internationally. 'I have tried this before, given the 'linopot' a modern twist in terms of presentation, but everything else, the ingredients, the spirit, remained traditional. That is what matters,' he pointed out. He is also determined to document Sabahan recipes in a cookbook, properly researched, tested, and preserved for generations to come. 'Our ancestors' dishes deserve to be remembered, not lost,' he stressed. To young Sabahan chefs and entrepreneurs, Chef Melvin's advice is simple, 'Learn the basics. Know your techniques. But most importantly, go back to your roots. Appreciate your mother's recipes. Respect our ingredients. They are among the best in the world.' He also calls on local business owners to support local farmers, adding, 'Use our ingredients. Help our cuisine grow. When we do this together, we do not just serve food, we tell our story.
Business Upturn
24-04-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Nestle India sees export pressure as green coffee headwinds impact overseas sales
By Aditya Bhagchandani Published on April 24, 2025, 12:08 IST Nestlé India in its Q4 results update has flagged commodity headwinds in green coffee as a key challenge affecting its coffee export performance in the financial year ended March 31, 2025. The company, in its post-results commentary, noted that while overall exports witnessed expansion into new territories such as Maldives and Papua New Guinea, the growth in coffee exports took a hit due to sustained pressure in raw material prices. According to the company, exports of NESCAFÉ Sunrise to the United States continued, but overall export momentum was weighed down by rising input costs, particularly in green coffee, a vital raw material for the company's coffee portfolio. The impact was more visible in established export markets like North America, where MAGGI noodles also reported a decline. Nestlé stated that despite these challenges, it remained committed to strengthening its global footprint, introducing new SKUs in the Middle East and South Africa, and adapting its product portfolio to cater to varied consumer preferences. Meanwhile the company reported a 5.2% year-on-year (YoY) decline in standalone net profit to ₹885.41 crore for the quarter ended March 31, 2025 (Q4FY25), compared to ₹934.17 crore in the same quarter of the previous year. Following the announcement, shares of Nestle India traded 3% lower from their intraday high, last seen at ₹2,446.90 apiece on the NSE. Q4 FY25 Reuslts Today: Nestle reports 5.22% YoY decline in Net Profit to Rs 885 crore The company continues to monitor commodity inflation trends closely, especially in the beverage category, where coffee and cocoa remain sensitive to global pricing cycles. Commenting on the results, Suresh Narayanan, Chairman and Managing Director of Nestlé India, said the company saw strong double-digit growth in Beverages and Confectionery, with three out of four product groups showing healthy momentum. Domestic sales crossed ₹5,235 crore, marking the highest ever in a quarter, led by improving volume growth and resilient demand. Category-wise highlights Powdered and Liquid Beverages emerged as the biggest contributor, with high double-digit growth . NESCAFÉ continued to gain market share, adding 5.1 million new households to the coffee category. NESCAFÉ's Ready-to-Drink cold coffee also expanded in India. Confectionery recorded high single-digit growth , led by the strong performance of KITKAT , making India the second-largest market for the brand globally. Prepared Dishes and Cooking Aids , led by MAGGI , returned to volume growth. MAGGI Masala-Ae-Magic also maintained consistent growth, with India remaining its largest market worldwide. Milk Products and Nutrition saw innovation-led gains, including the launch of CERELAC and CEREGROW variants with no refined sugar . Petcare , now fully integrated into Nestlé India, posted its highest ever growth , driven by PURINA brands like FELIX, FRISKIES, and PRO PLAN. The Out-of-Home (OOH) business also surged, now including KITKAT Professional Spread, aimed at chefs and commercial kitchens. Aditya Bhagchandani serves as the Senior Editor and Writer at Business Upturn, where he leads coverage across the Business, Finance, Corporate, and Stock Market segments. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to journalistic integrity, he not only contributes insightful articles but also oversees editorial direction for the reporting team.
Economic Times
24-04-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
Nestle India Q4 Results: Standalone profit falls 5% YoY to Rs 885 crore, revenue rises 4%
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our ETMarkets WhatsApp channel Maggi-maker Nestle India on Thursday reported a 5.2% year-on-year (YoY) decline in standalone net profit to Rs 885 crore for the March quarter, while revenue from operations rose 4.5% YoY to Rs 5,504 crore. Both figures came in slightly above Street announcing its quarterly numbers, Nestle also handed out a final dividend of Rs 10 for India Chairman and MD Suresh Narayanan said the FMCG major's domestic sales crossed the Rs 5,235 crore mark, the highest ever in any quarter, supported by improving volume growth. "I am pleased to report that this quarter we witnessed double-digit growth in Beverages and Confectionery, with 3 out of 4 product groups delivering healthy growth."The total sales and domestic sales for the quarter increased by 3.7% and 4.2%, respectively, with the company saying that the domestic sales growth was its outlook, Nestlé India said commodity prices remain firm for coffee, while cocoa prices, though corrected, continue to stay elevated. "Prices remain stable for edible oils. Milk prices have firmed up cyclically with the onset of summer."In FY25, powdered and liquid beverages were the largest growth contributors, posting high double-digit growth. The confectionery segment grew at a high single-digit pace in both value and volume, driven by KITKAT, for which India is the second-largest market globally.'Prepared Dishes and Cooking Aids posted mid-single-digit growth, with MAGGI returning to volume growth and MAGGI Masala-Ae-Magic continuing to show strong performance. India remained the largest market globally for MAGGI,' Nestlé India Petcare segment delivered high double-digit growth—the highest ever since its integration into Nestlé India. The Out-of-Home (OOH) business also posted strong double-digit growth and is emerging as one of Nestlé's fastest-growing by the rapid growth of quick commerce, e-commerce contributed 8.5% to Nestlé India's domestic sales in FY25.'We are investing approximately Rs 6,500 crore between 2020 and 2025 to develop new capabilities and expand capacity. This not only reflects the strong demand for our products but also reinforces our commitment to manufacture in India and support the 'Make in India' initiative. Our Odisha factory—Nestlé's 10th citadel of growth—is being set up with an initial investment of approximately Rs 900 crore in the first phase to produce items from our Foods (Prepared Dishes and Cooking Aids) portfolio,' the company the results announcement, Nestlé India shares were trading 2% lower at Rs 2,383 on the BSE.
