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Celebrate Pocky Day with Glico PH’s Pocky Heart-to-Heart TikTok Challenge
November 09, 2022

Celebrate Pocky Day with Glico PH’s Pocky Heart-to-Heart TikTok Challenge

Are you up for the challenge?
Let’s Cook: Soy Milk Tantanmen
March 14, 2024

Let’s Cook: Soy Milk Tantanmen

Here's a 15-minute tantanmen recipe that utilizes ingredients you will find in your pantry or at the nearest grocery
BoConcept Reopens in Shang with One of the First ICON Stores in Southeast Asia
November 04, 2022

BoConcept Reopens in Shang with One of the First ICON Stores in Southeast Asia

Founded in 1952 in Denmark, BoConcept is also marking seven decades of bringing award-winning designs to homes all over the world with the new Kollektion, featuring the best of Danish style with its timeless shapes, neutral tones, and a focus on multifunctional pieces.
Major Mall Operators Allow Optional Wearing of Face Masks
November 04, 2022

Major Mall Operators Allow Optional Wearing of Face Masks

SM Supermalls, Ayala Malls, and Robinsons Malls have adopted EO 7 in their new policies, allowing shoppers to go mask-free within their premises.
How JINRO Soju Fueled K-Entertainment Culture
November 04, 2022

How JINRO Soju Fueled K-Entertainment Culture

Soju is the best-selling alcohol in the world by volume, and sales have been growing in recent years. But amongst all the brand, the brand mostly consumed by Koreans is definitely JINRO soju.
Fill It Forward with the 2023 Starbucks Traditions
October 30, 2022

Fill It Forward with the 2023 Starbucks Traditions

Every holiday season Starbucks effortlessly brings people together with their highly-anticipated and well-loved Starbucks Traditions collection.
Life in Cucina: Marco Polo Hotel in Ortigas Shares Act of Service Through its Fine Cuisine and Amazing Hospitality
February 14, 2024

Life in Cucina: Marco Polo Hotel in Ortigas Shares Act of Service Through its Fine Cuisine and Amazing Hospitality

The Philippine Primer had an exclusive interview with Marco Polo Ortigas Manila General Manager Colin Healy. Together with Cristina Ong-cruz, Director of Sales and Marketing, and Simona M. Lopez, Digital Marketing Manager, the Marco Polo team shares their stories.
Undas 2022: Adjusted Mall Hours for Oct 31 – Nov 2
October 28, 2022

Undas 2022: Adjusted Mall Hours for Oct 31 – Nov 2

In observance of All Saints' and All Souls' Days this coming long weekend, mall operators across the Philippines have adjusted their operating hours.
CBTL Gives You a New and Different Way to Holiday this Season!
October 25, 2022

CBTL Gives You a New and Different Way to Holiday this Season!

You’re in for a treat with the release of the NEW Limited Edition Holiday Tumblers in five sleek designs: Moonwalk, Gold Dust, Champagne, Purple Dream, and Meteor.
Siargao Rides the Waves to Recovery with 26th Siargao International Surfing Festival
October 25, 2022

Siargao Rides the Waves to Recovery with 26th Siargao International Surfing Festival

In December 2021, Super Typhoon Odette hit the Philippines, leaving Siargao devastated. Now, the teardrop-shaped island has proved its resilience as it opens the 26th Siargao International Surfing Festival this October 2022.
Brighten up the Season with Christmas Decors at Araneta City’s Parolan Bazaar
October 21, 2022

Brighten up the Season with Christmas Decors at Araneta City’s Parolan Bazaar

As soon as the -BER months kick in, it has been a tradition for Filipinos to start adorning their houses and establishments with bright and colorful Christmas decorations.
MITSUKOSHI BGC Set to Open on Nov 2022
October 20, 2022

MITSUKOSHI BGC Set to Open on Nov 2022

This will be the retail chain's first branch in the Philippines.
The Okura Tokyo Bags Awards from Condé Nast Traveler, Crystal Award
October 18, 2022

The Okura Tokyo Bags Awards from Condé Nast Traveler, Crystal Award

The Okura Tokyo was recognized as the second place in the top hotel category in Japan and the first in Tokyo by Condé Nast Traveler, while Okura Fitness & Spa operated by The Okura Tokyo was selected as the “Top Spa of Japan” at the Crystal Award 2022.
LIST: Legit Chinese Hot Pot Restos to Visit in Malate and Ermita
March 14, 2024

LIST: Legit Chinese Hot Pot Restos to Visit in Malate and Ermita

Here are some of the best restaurants in Malate and Ermita where you can have the ultimate Chinese-style hot pot.
Hotel Okura Manila Offers Double Miles & Exclusive Benefits for JAL Mileage Bank Members
October 17, 2022

Hotel Okura Manila Offers Double Miles & Exclusive Benefits for JAL Mileage Bank Members

From September 15 to November 30, 2022, JAL Mileage Bank members can earn double mileage on J-SMART room plans, among other perks!
LIST: 5 Chinese Restaurants in Makati Serving Spicy Hotpot to Warm You Up on a Rainy Day
March 25, 2024

LIST: 5 Chinese Restaurants in Makati Serving Spicy Hotpot to Warm You Up on a Rainy Day

If you're looking for some of the best hot pot restaurants serving the Szechuan-style hot pot soups, here are five Chinese hotpot restaurants in Makati that you might want to visit!
What Companies Need to Know about the Extended Producer Responsibility Act
December 19, 2023

What Companies Need to Know about the Extended Producer Responsibility Act

The EPR Act aims to prevent waste from leaking to the environment through activities such as buy-back, offsetting, establishing of commercial or industrial scale facilities for recycling, composting, thermal treatment, and other waste diversion or disposal, and clean-up of waste leaked to coastal areas, public roads, and other sites.
Let’s Cook: Bisugo Ceviche
March 25, 2024

Let’s Cook: Bisugo Ceviche

Here's Chef Takashi's take on the South American staple.
LIST: 5 Safe and Effective Job Search Engines for Job Seekers and Freelancers in the Philippines
October 05, 2022

LIST: 5 Safe and Effective Job Search Engines for Job Seekers and Freelancers in the Philippines

With various job search engines available for people living in the Philippines, which are the safest and most effective? Here are the top five on our list!
7 Reasons Why Royal Sakura Japanese Restaurant Is the Best in Malate
March 25, 2024

7 Reasons Why Royal Sakura Japanese Restaurant Is the Best in Malate

Royal Sakura Japanese Restaurant in Malate, Manila serves traditional Japanese course meals, lunch sets, Japanese whisky, and more!