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October 18, 2014
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 […]
October 17, 2014
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 […]
October 16, 2014
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 […]
October 04, 2014
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 […]
September 25, 2014
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 […]
September 23, 2014
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 […]
September 07, 2014
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 […]
August 04, 2014
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 […]
July 07, 2014
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 […]
April 03, 2014
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 […]
April 03, 2014
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. […]
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