Starbucks Coffee Korea on Wednesday announced that it would start selling “Just Juice Cleanse” at 100 outlets across the country.The product’s healthy mixture of vegetables and fruits, alongside its Cleanse Salad series, is expected to help Starbucks cement its status as a healthy lifestyle provider. Three kinds of juice -- Clean Green, Lemontox and Berry Balance -- come in 270-milliliter bottles tailored for Starbucks customers by Organica, a Herald Corp. subsidiary.  Clean Green is made with

Industry Oct. 21, 2015

Customers shop at the “Mega Show” by Lotte Department Store in Busan, which was held as a part of the Korean Black Friday sales promotion. (Yonhap)The highly anticipated government-led Korean Black Friday sales promotion event ended Wednesday amid mixed evaluations on its success.Although the two-week discount event by retailers nationwide saw their sales increase, several shortcomings were detected as it was hastily arranged.As of Monday, about 34,000 outlets or websites of 92 retailers and man

Industry Oct. 15, 2015

Bentley Motors design head Lee Sang-yup (left) and head of technical operations Uday Senapati pose in front of the British carmaker’s limited edition of the Flying Spur W12, which was inspired by the beauty of Korean ceramics and black suits. Lee said that the highest-end bespoke vehicle was infused with Korean duality. Only two units -- one in ink color and the other in white -- are available for purchase here.Bentley Motors Korea　　

Mobility Oct. 13, 2015

Lotte Group general chairman Shin Kyuk-ho on Sunday declared a legal war against his second son and Lotte chairman Shin Dong-bin over the succession of the nation’s retail giant.Lotte Group general chairman Shin Kyuk-hoLotte chairman Shin Dong-binThe senior Shin also showed his intention to transfer the helm of the 90 trillion won-business empire to his eldest son Shin Dong-joo, who was dismissed from all managerial positions of the conglomerate that encompasses Asia and the U.S. after losing th

Industry Oct. 11, 2015

Schneider Electric Korea CEO Kim Kyung-rogSchneider Electric Korea said Monday that its CEO Kim Kyung-rog has been given the additional responsibility of overseeing Mongolian operations of the company.Kim’s expanded duty will enable Schneider Electric to support Korean firms’ operations in Mongolia in energy development as well as power plants, railways, buildings and other social infrastructure projects. The France-based company established its Mongolian branch in 2013, focusing on the informat

Industry Oct. 5, 2015

Beauty brand Leneige concluded its two-month promotion tour around Asia to show off its BB cushion foundation. The show was held in Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai, Qingdao, Beijing and Xian. Guests were able to use the cushion foundation themselves, enjoy entertainment and participate in various events. “The journey started from Xian, the starting point of the ancient Silk Road, and this is where Laneige is headed to promote global Asian beauty,” the brand spokesman said. By Bae Ji-sook　(baejis

Industry Oct. 1, 2015

Korean coffee shop brand Caffe Bene opened its first franchise outlet, “Caffe Bene SC Vivocity,” in Ho Chi Minh City. Placed in the bustling shopping mall of SC Vivovity, the 297 1/2-square-meter coffee shop sells Caffe Bene’s best-selling shaved ice desserts alongside bagels for busy shoppers. The company already has two outlets in Vietnam, directly operated by the Korean headquarters. It plans to open 47 more there by 2016. By Bae Ji-sook　(baejisook@heraldcorp.com)

Industry Oct. 1, 2015

SPC Group’s charcuterie brand Glucks Schwein will hold an “Oktoberfest in Glucks Schwein” event until Oct. 31 to mark one of the world’s largest beer festivals in Germany. During the period, a variety of German dishes, including Schweine Haxen (roasted pork knuckle), sausage barbecue and pork barbecue will be presented alongside German beers -- Kellerbier, dark lager and pilsner. By Bae Ji-sook　(baejisook@heraldcorp.com)

Industry Oct. 1, 2015

KFC has launched the Smoky Wild Chicken Burger made with a 100-percent chicken breast patty, cheese and lettuce. This is added with smoky flavor and the original barbecue sauce infused with white cheddar cheese and sweet onion cream. The Smoky Wild Chicken Burger is priced at 3,300 won ($2.80) and the combo meal is 4,900 won. But the company will offer a special set of the regular combo meal with a Petitzel fruit jelly for 3,900 won until Oct. 15. By Bae Ji-sook　(baejisook@heraldcorp.com)

Industry Oct. 1, 2015

Charmzone launched two varieties of mask packs for eyes. The Nabi (butterfly) lift-up eye mask contains deer antler extract and snail slime extract, which smoothen wrinkles around the eyes. The Nabi tone-up mask contains pearl protein extract and bird’s nest extract that brighten the eye areas. The masks are designed with lace to emphasize the main concept of the butterfly. The hydrogel, which melts when met with body warmth, delivers the substances more effectively, the company said. By Bae Ji-

Industry Oct. 1, 2015

Cosmetics brand HanSkin released its Royal Golden Bee Venom Bio Ample, which contains a small amount of bee venom that could help with skin wrinkles, brighten the skin tone and soothe the skin. The 28 ample set should be used every day for nearly a month to see the abovementioned effects, the company said. Alongside the venom, the ample contains “hydrolyzed collagen,” which brings nutrition to the skin and enhances its elasticity. By Bae Ji-sook　(baejisook@heraldcorp.com)

Industry Oct. 1, 2015