Launching & Opening

February 13, 2018

New World Manila Bay Hotel opens in Manila

“Celebration Stay” Package Launches New Era for the Deluxe Property New World Manila Bay Hotel opened on 1 January 2015 as New World Hotels & Resorts’ second property in the capital and its “Celebration Stay” package welcomes discerning travellers with the brand’s signature “modern Oriental hospitality.” With “Celebration Stay” guests enjoy a special rate starting at PHP6,800 (USD152) per room per night for a minimum two-night stay in a City Bay View Room, with complimentary access to the Residence Club Living Room for benefits such as daily Continental breakfast, all-day refreshments and evening cocktails. Also included is a complimentary one-way airport transfers, use of WiFi and the Boardroom for one […]

December 28, 2015

Ramen Nagi Opens in Greenbelt 3, Makati!

Makati’s ramen scene continues to flourish as Ramen Nagi opens its 6th door for some serious slurping in Greenbelt 3. This is good news to all the followers of Ramen Nagi especially the working people of Makati. There is no need to brave the traffic going to SM Aura or SM Mall of Asia because our favourite Butao ramen restaurant is just walking distance from Ayala avenue. The opening was graced by the owners, some famous local celebrities like actor Gerald Anderson, fashion stylist Liz Uy, club owner Tim Yap and VIP’s from Ayala Group. Ramen Nagi Greenbelt 3 branch has a total of 120 seats. It is the biggest […]

December 28, 2015

UNIQLO SM Makati Opens Today

UNIQLO Philippines finally opens its SM Makati branch! Catch discounts and great deals for as low as Php 299 at the newest store from November 28 until December 3! You can also get a free gift item for a minimum single receipt purchase of P2,500 on November 28, 29 & 30 at 10am to 12nn. UNIQLO SM Makati is the company’s 19th store to open in the Philippines. It is located on the shopping mall’s ground floor.

December 28, 2015

Shangri-La’s Hotel Jen Manila Officially Launched

Last November 20, 2014, Thursday, Shangri-La International Hotel Management Ltd. officially launched its newest brand: Hotel Jen Manila. Primer was invited to be part of this memorable event. The lobby of Hotel Jen was transformed into a colorful and vibrant hall that perfectly describes what this new hotel wants to feature. Many people watched as the stakeholders unveiled the logo of Hotel Jen. It was then followed by the releasing of the colorful balloons outside the hotel and the cutting of ribbon. The guests were entertained by talented ati-atihan dancers and were serenaded by the Ryan Cayabyab performers. Hotel Jen is a major transformation of Shangri-la’s Traders Hotel. It aims […]

December 29, 2015

SM Supermalls: Have A “Merry SM Christmas” This Holiday Season

Manila, Philippines – SM Supermalls, the country’s first and largest chain of shopping centers, opens the holiday season with the biggest, grandest, and the best celebration yet. Last November 7, 2014, the company unveils its most exciting Christmas extravaganza yet. The campaign was kicked-off at the company’s first shopping mall, SM City North EDSA, with a royal ball titled “The Princess in Me.” Guests and shoppers alike were treated to a dazzling display for all the senses with the lighting of a majestic Christmas tree made of gowns. Held in partnership with the iconic toy brand Barbie, the event had showcased rare and unique dolls and princess-themed float parade. The […]

December 28, 2015

UNIQLO Rockwell Power Plant Store Opens Today!

UNIQLO’s 17th store in the Philippines, located at the R-2 Level of Power Plant Mall in Rockwell Center, is now officially open! See the lineup from the Fall/Winter 2014 Collection. Catch big discounts starting today until October 31st! UNIQLO Stores to open until February: Estancia Mall, Ortigas SM Makati SM San Lazaro SM Lipa Robinsons Magnolia SM Marikina SM City Southmall For more info about UNIQLO, click here.

December 28, 2015

Launch of Singapore’s ‘Best Weekend Ever’ in Manila

It was a night of world class entertainment, the start of the ‘Best Weekend Ever’. Manila, Philippines – The Singapore Tourism Board flew in the biggest names in entertainment last October 17, Thursday, at the 71 Gramercy for the launch of the ‘Best Weekend Ever’. Some of the presenters of the glorious event are known personalities in culture, arts, dining and entertainment scenes in Singapore. Adrian Kong, Wendi Teoh, Lauretta Alabons, Ethan Leong, Rai Sellakannu, DJ Elvin, Jack Ho, STB Southeast Asia and Oceania Regional Director Kenneth Lim We were warmly welcomed and serenaded by the acoustic Duo – Jack Ho and Rai Sellakannu. Their engaging nature makes any audience […]

December 28, 2015

Grand Opening of Yoshida Seimen, a Ramen House from Yokohama

Another restaurant joins the already huge roster of Ramen joints in the Philippines, as Yoshida Seimen celebrates its Grand Opening today. Yoshida Seimen is originally from Yokohama, Japan. It opened its doors back in 2006. First, we were introduced to the team who made the Manila branch of Yoshida Seimen possible. Among those is Chef Atsumu Mamiya; one of the Executive Chefs from Japan. These chefs are the ones in charge of training the Filipino chefs. Every six months, a different team of Executive Chefs will come to replace the current team. After the tape cutting, Congressman Sherwin N. Tugna (photo center) gave a speech to everyone. Then all the […]

December 28, 2015

1780 by Sari Sari: Where the best of the Philippines meets the rest of the Philippines

Have you ever had a craving for an original pili snack from Bicol and Samar but can’t have it because it’s too far? Worry no more as the newest e-commerce site 1780 by SariSari is now here to bring local merchandises to Filipino customers across the country. Last night, October 15, the 1780 by Sarisari website was formally launched to the public. 1780 is an online store dedicated to local products from the 17 regions, and 80 provinces in the Philippines. The portal highlights local products, hand crafted designs and regional delicacies which are put together in one website to make it easily accessible to Filipinos in and out of […]

December 28, 2015

H&M Philippines: VIP Party!

Who’s ready for the much anticipated grand opening of H&M Philippines?! One more night and H&M’s first store at the Fashion Hall of SM Mega Mall will be opening its doors to the public! Last night, H&M rolled out the red carpet for its guests at the exclusive VIP party and launch. The 3000 sqm. store was able to accommodate over 1,000 shoppers who were given the chance to have a first look of what’s inside this newest global brand in the Philippines before its grand opening. And everybody was just shopping.. …and shopping… …while DJ Mars Miranda of REPUBLIQ Club was keeping the mood alive. We spotted some local […]

December 28, 2015

KIYOSA Media Preview & Grand Opening

Last October 4 was the grand opening of the first Japanese total beauty salon in the Philippines – KIYOSA. The night before that was the special preview for media guests, followed by a fashion show to formally introduce KIYOSA to the Philippines. It was held at its store at the ground floor of F1 Hotel in Bonifacio Global City and then its 2nd floor. KIYOSA management invited media, bloggers and VIPs. The founder, Ms. Kiyosa Kato, personally welcomed all the guests. She told us the story of how she came up with opening KIYOSA in the Philippines. She said she arrived to the country a year ago and noticed that there […]

December 28, 2015

H&M Manila to open this October!

Hurray to all the fans of this Swedish clothing retailer, H&M. The flagship store will be opening its doors on October 17, 2014 at SM Mega Fashion Hall from 9am to midnight. H&M will occupy 3 floors with over 3000 meters sq plan at the new wing of SM Mega Fashion Hall. This full concept store will highlight the 2014 autumn collections from kids, ladies to menswear. Make sure to head on its first day of opening as H&M will be giving away a lot of good offers. photo from H&M website H&M has over 3000 retail stores worldwide and the Philippines is its 55th market. Philippines houses to some of […]

December 28, 2015

Choco Cro is now in Manila – St. Marc Cafe Grand Opening

Manila, Philippines – The grand opening of the Saint Marc Cafe (pronounced as “san maruku”) happened last Sept. 22, 2014 at the 1/F Fashion Hall of SM Mega Mall. (From L-R: Mr. Virgilio Lim [Pres of Suyen Corp.], Mr. Ben Chan [CEO of Suyen Corp.], Mr. Naoyuki Katamaya [Founder of Saint Marc Holdings in Japan], Ms. Ritsuko Fujii [Managing director of Saint Marc Holdings in Japan], and Mr. Taka Miyake [Managing Director of Saint Marc Holding in South East Asia]) The famous coffee shop from Japan already had a soft opening last August, but yesterday was the ribbon cutting attended by the people that made this all possible. Many famous […]

December 28, 2015

IPPUDO Philippines finally sets foot in Manila!

The 42nd international branch of IPPUDO is finally opening its flagship store in the Philippines at one of the premiere shopping destinations in the city, Mega Fashion Hall. Today, Primer was invited to the food tasting event and press preview of IPPUDO PH! Many VIPs also attended the event. Founder Mr. Shigemi Kawahara, also known as the “Ramen King”, flew over to the Philippines to personally open this branch. At the opening, Mr. Kawahara told everyone that he is pleased that they are finally opening a branch in “the country of smiles.” He aims to make the Filipinos happy with their ramen. Founder of Standard Hospitality Group, Mr. John Concepcion […]

December 28, 2015

Ramen Master Ikuta Satoshi of Ramen Nagi Visits Manila

Last August 2, Primer was invited to visit the 4th and newest branch of Ramen Nagi located in Robinsons Magnolia which only opened last July 25. Primer was lucky to meet Ramen Master and founder of the Ramen Nagi and Butao chain of restaurants, Chef Ikuta Satosh, and his team. Chef Ikuta Satoshi visited Manila to personally prepare ramen and the newest dishes for the guests. And of course, we ordered through the signature order slip, Omotenashi sheet. Red King the best-seller Butao King Here are the new dishes to be launched: Spring Roll Curry Flavor is an authentic Japanese Spring Roll with vermicelli inside spiced up with curry flavour […]

December 28, 2015

UNIQLO Welcomes 15th Store in the Philippines with an Evening for VIP Shoppers

Continuing its expansion in the Philippines, UNIQLO opened its much-anticipated store in Eastwood City, a live-work-play enclave located in Quezon City. The new store marks the brand’s first endeavor with Megaworld Corporation. Executives from international companies, media, bloggers and select residents were treated to cocktails and exclusive giveaways during a VIP Shopping event and soft opening last June 18, 2014 to preview the store before the public opening last June 20, 2014. Ms. Geraldine Sia, General Manager of Fast Retailing Philippines Inc. welcomed guests and expressed her appreciation for the Eastwood community’s warm welcome of UNIQLO, “We are happy to be part of Eastwood’s community. This is a place where […]

December 29, 2015

SM Corporation Launches: SM Lifestyle Entertainment Incorporated

SMLEI successfully launched its newest trade launch of SM Lifestyle Entertainment Incorporated last March 18, 2014 at the SM Mall of Asia. SM Lifestyle Entertainment Inc., is a company dedicated to the brands for lifestyle, entertainment, leisure and enjoyment. Starting with just SM Cinema under West Avenue Theatres Corporation, also known as “WATC,” it has grownto 267 cinemas in 47 SM Supermalls nationwide. Due to the success of WATC, the company broadens its services from SM Cinema as its sole marque to carrying 12 major brands in a span of five years. With the success of the company under the leadership of Hans Sy Sr., founder of SM, and management […]

December 29, 2015

Yoshinoya Opens Its New Branch at Ayala Fairview Terraces

Philippine Primer Magazine was invited to the grand opening of Yoshinoya branch at Ayala Fairview Terraces on February 28, 2014. Having 1200 branches around the world including the 7 branches in the Philippines, Yoshinoya is continuously making its way to the Philippine market as they open the newest branch in Fairview Quezon City. Yoshinoya is the home of the most affordable Japanese dishes, from their tasty bento, scrumptious maki’s and up to their trademark selections of rice bowls. Over the years, Yoshinoya became one of the most important brands in Japan. Being in the business since 1899, the restaurant has turned out to be part of Japanese food and tradition. […]