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April 02, 2024

5 Reasons Why You Should Get Your Coffee at Himawari Specialty Coffee

Specialty coffee is a different kind of special, particularly if it's from Himawari Specialty Coffee in Silang, Cavite!

August 17, 2022

See the Whimsical Works of Averil Paras at Phantasmagoria at ArtistSpace from Aug 19 – Sept 1

PHANTASMAGORIA, presented by Galerie Joaquin, is a solo exhibition of Filipino visual artist, Averil Paras. It will be on view from 19 August to 1 September 2022 with an Artist’s Reception on 19 August (Friday) at 6:00 PM at the ArtistSpace located at Ground Level, Ayala Museum Annex, Makati Avenue corner De La Rosa Street, Greenbelt Park, Makati City.

August 16, 2022

Go on a Yacht Cruise for Your Romantic Dinner Date with Manila Yacht Rentals and Events

Manila Yacht Rentals & Events allows you to have romantic private yacht dinner dates and celebrations with your friends and family.

February 07, 2024

7 Places to Get Premium Mooncakes for the Mid-Autumn Festival 2022

Here are the places where you can get premium mooncakes for the Mid-Autumn Festival 2022.

August 12, 2022

Discover More About Coffee at Shangri-La Plaza

There could be a thousand reasons why most love coffee, and Shangri-La Plaza is counting down some of the ways and listing all the places coffee lovers can get and savor a cup or two of their favorite beverage!

April 02, 2024

HIRO Japanese Yakiniku Restaurant in Makati Gifts 10% Discount from August 15 to 21, 2022

Celebrate with HIRO Japanese Yakiniku Restaurant and savor their signature wagyu dishes at 10% OFF from August 15 to 21, 2022!

August 08, 2022

Suyomano: A Portal of Virtual Classes on Philippine Languages and Culture

Suyomano is a digital learning platform that specializes in beginner-friendly courses that will immerse you on Philippine languages and culture.

April 02, 2024

Let’s Go EATalian: More Italian Restaurants in Manila to Visit

Craving Italian food? Check out these restaurants that serve some of the best Italian fare in Metro Manila!

July 30, 2022

The Dance Begins Again as The Fountain Reopens at Okada Manila

It's high time to visit one of Forbes' five-star integrated resorts, Okada Manila, and its grand icon, The Fountain!

July 29, 2022

New Fashion Picks from Homegrown Brands at Shangri-La Plaza

Shangri-La Plaza continues to highlight the love for local and support MSMEs as it mounts Fashion Nest on July 29 -31 at the East Wing.

March 25, 2024

LIST: Savor Italian’s Best in Makati City at These 8 Ristoranti

An Italian chef in Manila once described Italian cuisine as "next to God in Italy." This is why it is well-loved but difficult to master. Fortunately, we have a list of the best Italian restaurants in Makati City!

July 26, 2022

A Guide to the 2022 Cinemalaya Film Festival’s 11 Full-Length Films

August is fast approaching, and with it comes the Cinemalaya and its 11 full-length films.

March 25, 2024

LIST: 6 Plant-Based Milk Products You Can Buy Online or in the Metro

Here's a list of products recommendations for non-dairy milk brands that you can easily find in leading supermarkets or online.

July 25, 2022

Celebrate the Best of Cosplay and J-pop Culture at the OtasukeFes this July 29-31

Otasuke Cosplay Festival will bring Filipino anime fans together to celebrate the art of cosplay, Japanese culture, unique exhibits, appearances by some of the most popular cosplayers in the country, and many more from July 29 to 31, 2022!

March 25, 2024

LIST: 8 Korean BBQ Houses for Your Next Mukbang

Here are the best Korean barbeque houses in Metro Manila that will leave you wanting for more!

March 25, 2024

LIST: MORE Yakiniku and Samgyeopsal Restaurants to Visit in the Metro

Here are more must-try Japanese and Korean restaurants in Manila offering premium yakiniku and samgyeopsal.

July 19, 2022

‘Escape: Stories from the Road’ Podcast: Untold Travel Journeys in the Philippines

Escape: Stories from the Road is an English travel podcast produced by the Department of Tourism in the Philippines to take its listeners to a journey of a lifetime.

July 18, 2022

Travel + Leisure: Boracay, Palawan, and Cebu Among World’s Best Islands

Boracay, Palawan, and Cebu made it to the "The 25 Best Islands in the World" by the New York-based travel magazine Travel + Leisure.

July 15, 2022

Filipino Jewelry Brand V! Opens Its Newest Store at Shangri-La Plaza

With a name derived from vivere that means “to live” in Latin, V! delivers an aesthetic that celebrates the beauty and joy of life in all its colors. This sustainable jewelry brand offers creations made with other gemstones like diamond, sapphire, and ruby. Every gem is cut, polished, and perfectly set in each piece to withstand everyday wear and tear.

July 15, 2022

Araneta City to Open Gateway Mall 2, ibis Styles Hotel

Araneta City is finalizing the construction of its latest properties: the Gateway Mall 2 and ibis Styles Hotel, both of which will open in the coming months.