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GUIDE: Major Mall Operating Hours for the Holidays 2025
December 12, 2025

GUIDE: Major Mall Operating Hours for the Holidays 2025

Read on for our comprehensive guide to the adjusted mall hours this holiday season.
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LIST: 10 Japanese Bakeries in the Metro You Should Try Next
December 09, 2025

LIST: 10 Japanese Bakeries in the Metro You Should Try Next

Here are 10 Japanese bakeries you need to check out for your next sweet escape.
GUIDE: Christmas & New Year Deals to Brighten Your Season
December 11, 2025

GUIDE: Christmas & New Year Deals to Brighten Your Season

Take a look at the best Christmas promos and festivities to make your season even more memorable!
LIST: 8 Must-Try New Wave of Bakeries Redefining Metro Manila’s Bread Scene
December 02, 2025

LIST: 8 Must-Try New Wave of Bakeries Redefining Metro Manila’s Bread Scene

Discover Metro Manila’s new generation of bakeries where sourdough craftsmanship, French-style viennoiserie, and innovative Filipino flavors come together. From small-batch workshops to stylish pastry boutiques, this list highlights eight trendsetting spots every bread lover should try now.
Dine for a Cause: Standard Hospitality Group Extends 100% of Profits to Typhoon Relief Efforts
December 02, 2025

Dine for a Cause: Standard Hospitality Group Extends 100% of Profits to Typhoon Relief Efforts

Supporting communities has long been a core mission of Standard Hospitality Group, and this commitment is once again at the forefront as countless families continue to recover from the devastation brought by Typhoons Tino, Uwan, and Verbena.
Philippine Primer Exclusive Reader Promos for Year-End Parties in Manila You Won’t Want to Miss
November 12, 2025

Philippine Primer Exclusive Reader Promos for Year-End Parties in Manila You Won’t Want to Miss

The festive season just got better and brighter! This holiday season, Philippine Primer, in collaboration with various restaurants in Metro Manila, is offering exclusive reader-only promotions perfect for your year-end parties.
miratap Brings Japanese Minimalism and High-End Home Fixtures to Manila with New Greenhills Showroom
November 11, 2025

miratap Brings Japanese Minimalism and High-End Home Fixtures to Manila with New Greenhills Showroom

Japanese design meets Manila’s growing appetite for sophisticated living as miratap, a renowned home fixtures brand from Osaka, officially opens its first Philippine showroom at Greenhills Mall, San Juan.
Uniqlo BGC High Street: A Four-Story Flagship Redefining LifeWear
November 11, 2025

Uniqlo BGC High Street: A Four-Story Flagship Redefining LifeWear

UNIQLO reopens its newly renovated BGC High Street store on November 7, 2025, unveiling a four-story flagship that offers a wider range of apparel for men, women, and children. The store features exclusive collections, limited reopening offers, and the interactive UTme! customization zone for a fresh, convenient, and enjoyable shopping experience in Bonifacio Global City.
Seiko Philippines Presents New Watches during 6th Philippine Limited Edition Collection Launch
October 30, 2025

Seiko Philippines Presents New Watches during 6th Philippine Limited Edition Collection Launch

In an afternoon of elegance and pride, Seiko Philippines marked a new milestone with the launch of its 6th Philippine Limited Edition timepieces, a collection inspired by the nation’s three major island groups: Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.
One RFID, All Tollways: A Unified System for Seamless Travel Across Luzon Expressways
October 28, 2025

One RFID, All Tollways: A Unified System for Seamless Travel Across Luzon Expressways

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Toll Regulatory Board (TRB), in partnership with AutoSweep and Easytrip, have officially launched the “One RFID, All Tollways.”
LIST: 6 Izakayas Near Little Tokyo Perfect for a Yakitori Night Out
October 24, 2025

LIST: 6 Izakayas Near Little Tokyo Perfect for a Yakitori Night Out

Discover the best izakayas near Little Tokyo, Makati—serving authentic yakitori, ramen, and beer for the ultimate Tokyo-style dining experience.
Adjusted Mall Hours in NCR Take Effect November 17
October 22, 2025

Adjusted Mall Hours in NCR Take Effect November 17

Malls in the National Capital Region (NCR) will adjust its operating hours from 11:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m. starting November 17 to December 25 in light of the expected heavier traffic during the holidays.
Discover Vibrant Living in Mandaluyong at The Observatory Sales Pavilion
October 07, 2025

Discover Vibrant Living in Mandaluyong at The Observatory Sales Pavilion

The Observatory is a 4.5-hectare mixed-use township by Federal Land NRE Global, Inc. (FNG).
Säntis Deli Café Silang Brings Oktoberfest 2025 to Cavite
September 25, 2025

Säntis Deli Café Silang Brings Oktoberfest 2025 to Cavite

This October, the heart of Cavite beats to a Bavarian rhythm as Säntis Deli Café Silang hosts its grand Oktoberfest celebration on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. onwards!
AI Video Generator That Edits, Narrates, and Designs for You
September 19, 2025

AI Video Generator That Edits, Narrates, and Designs for You

Editing, narration, and design required separate platforms and technical expertise. Currently, AI-enabled platforms have integrated all these steps into a single process. CapCut Web provides this integration by providing editing, narration, and design in one package.
How to Edit Product Assembly Tutorials with CapCut Desktop and AI-Generated Images
September 19, 2025

How to Edit Product Assembly Tutorials with CapCut Desktop and AI-Generated Images

CapCut Desktop is an AI image generator that allows its users to create their own diagrams, schematics, and illustrations specific to a given product in a matter of minutes.
Crosta Pizzeria and a mano Bags Global Recognition at 50 Top Pizza World 2025
September 16, 2025

Crosta Pizzeria and a mano Bags Global Recognition at 50 Top Pizza World 2025

The Philippines once again proved its place on the world’s pizza map as Crosta Pizzeria and a mano secured coveted spots in the 50 Top Pizza World 2025 placing at 28th and 49th spot, respectively—underscoring the country’s growing influence in the international culinary scene. 50 Top Pizza World 2025 is curated by Italy’s respected 50 top group and is widely regarded as the ultimate benchmark for excellence in pizza. Each year, it honors pizzerias that exemplify mastery in dough, ingredient quality, technique, service, and overall dining experience. IMAGES from 50 Top Pizza’s Facebook page Crosta Pizzeria, with its flagship in Makati and a steadily expanding footprint, has long been celebrated […]
TC Candler Revealed Top Candidates for 100 Most Beautiful and Handsome Faces This 2025
September 10, 2025

TC Candler Revealed Top Candidates for 100 Most Beautiful and Handsome Faces This 2025

TC Candler has recently revealed its top candidates for the 2025 edition of Candler's 100 Most Beautiful and 100 Most Handsome Faces, sparking excitement among fans and beauty enthusiasts alike.
LIST: 9 Contemporary Restaurants in Makati You Need to Try Now
September 05, 2025

LIST: 9 Contemporary Restaurants in Makati You Need to Try Now

These nine contemporary restaurants offer unforgettable meals for both casual food lovers and gastronomic adventurers.
Meat Lovers’ Guide: 9 Japanese Restaurants Near SM Mall of Asia You Don’t Want to Miss
September 04, 2025

Meat Lovers’ Guide: 9 Japanese Restaurants Near SM Mall of Asia You Don’t Want to Miss

Renowned meat specialty restaurants from Japan have opened their doors in the Philippines for the very first time, delighting foodies with premium tastes at accessible prices. With these exciting arrivals, the MOA district is emerging as a vibrant hotspot to experience Japan’s rich “meat culture” in all its glory. Here are 9 Japanese restaurants near MOA you don't want to miss!