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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 28, 2015

Black and White Has Never Been This Colorful: Ballet Manila’s Swan Lake (A Review)

Photo grabbed from Ballet Manila’s website The curtain rises, and the happy jester leaps gracefully around the stage. Equally graceful courtiers follow suit, bringing life by their joyful waltzing. One look at the stage and you are enchanted: the very colorful set matches the ballet’s festive Act 1. Even those who are not very fond of or used to watching classical ballet will have definitely appreciated the scenes and dances from this act. Enter Maxim Chashchegorov as the Prince Siegfried and the crowd applauds. Though not as strong and regal as you expect a prince should be, Chashchegorov is lithe and light, his turns and bounds as perfect in the […]

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 29, 2015

50% OFF on selected items! Yokohama Meat Kitchen celebrates its Grand Opening!

To celebrate Yokohama Meat Kitchen’s Grand Opening today, all items (Food & drinks, EXCEPT Wagyu) are 50% OFF! Hurry! The promo is until November 9th (Sunday) only. 50% off is not available on all Wagyu items. Business hours will vary depending on availability of supplies. Guests are not allowed to stay for more than 1 hour First come first served basis. Strictly No Reservations. Enjoy mouth-watering Wagyu this weekend!   Yokohama Meat Kitchen 16 Jupiter Corner, Antares Street, Bel-Air, Makati Business Hours: 5 pm – 11 pm https://www.facebook.com/yokohamameatkitchen

October 29, 2014

Primer Magazine November Issue: #PARTYTIME

December is just around the corner and people are already starting to prepare for the Christmas season as early as now to avoid the holiday rush. This month, we are giving you a list of places to go if you are in for something intimate or big this coming holiday season. As we always say, it’s always better to have an early preparation than hasty and unplanned festivities. The November issue of Philippine Primer features a Christmas party checklist to make your celebration easier – from catering and party services to event venues. Check out the featured restaurants that are great for functions and celebrations. If you are looking for […]

October 28, 2014

Motorino Pizzeria: What’s New

More reasons to visit Motorino Pizzeria Greenbelt 3: 1. The Lunch & Dinner For Two promo ♦ ♦ ♦ 2. The Coffee Menu & Pizza + 2 Beers ♦ ♦ ♦ 3. The Unlimited Buon Caffeé ♦ ♦ ♦ 4. The Gelato Menu ♦ ♦ ♦

February 28, 2017

Mundo x Primer: Networking Night Event

Together with Primer, Mundo Builders Inc. launched the Networking Night last Thursday, October 23rd, at the New World Makati Hotel. Dubbed as ‘Bridging the Cultural Gap’, the event was organized in the collaboration of Mundo Builders & Philippine Primer Magazine to shred key lessons on how to deal with Japanese clients and other expats. The Glass House in New World Makati Hotel was packed by 157 business enthusiasts, ready to network their respective businesses. – – Insights on harnessing strategic relationships were shared by guest speakers, Marie Segura and Joe Feriera during the event. – Ms. Marie Segura – The first speaker of the night was Ms. Marie Segura, who […]

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 29, 2015

Nomama Ramen in Quezon City is Closing

The Nomama Artisanal Ramen house that was featured in Philippine Primer Magazine Quezon City (April 2014) & Star Chef (August 2014) editions is already on its final week. Screenshot from Primer magazine Vol. 73 Screenshot from Primer magazine Vol. 77 According to their official Facebook page, Nomama branch in Scout Tuason, Quezon City is closing its doors on October 26, 2014, Sunday, after 3 good years of serving delicious bowls of ramen. However, Nomama team encourages its fans to visit their branch in Capitol Commons. Nomama branch in Quezon City To show their gratitude to all their supporters, Nomama QC is having their last promo wherein the customers can experience […]

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

Tokyo-Manila Jazz & Arts Festival 2014 Main Event: A Spectacular Night of Pure Jazz Music

Last Saturday, October 18, the Main Festival Event of the Tokyo Manila Jazz & Arts 2014 was held at the Rockwell Tent, Powerplant Mall. It was a night filled with wonderful jazz music performed by our very own Filipino artists and talented musicians from Tokyo. It was hosted by none other than veteran Filipina actress Cherie Gil. The event started off with a performance from 23 best jazzers of the Philippine Youth Symphonic Band (PYSB), a versatile ensemble of 64 young, dedicated, talented and skilled musicians, led by Maestro Romeo San Jose. Asia’s premiere vocal harmony group, The CompanY, also awed the audience by their version of medley songs Apo […]

December 28, 2015

Art Introduces Life in Mexico: Fantastic Identify

. Among other paintings, Diego Rivera’s Spain’s Great (The Blue Angel) greets excited visitors, slowly making their way through Mexico: Fantastic Identify, FEMSA’s extensive collection of 20th century art. It was a collection of masterpieces and a trip down memory lane. Bits and pieces of Mexican art history can be read on the museum’s walls, telling very interesting stories about the passionate country where these equally passionate artists and artwork come from. Everything in the exhibit resounds Viva, Mexico! Still Life (1945) by Olga Costa. The Dance of the Malinches by Jean Charlot manifests influences of European art, but has attributes that are completely and totally Mexican: skirts in vibrant colors […]

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

JCB Deals: Exclusive 10% – 20% discount to all JCB Card Members!

JCB Deals is back! Check out Philippine Primer Magazine and save up to 20% discount every time you use your JCB card in all participating stores. Promo run from October 1 to December 31, 2014. Participating Merchants:  15% Discount at UCC Coffee 1. UCC Vienna Café – Tomas Morato Plaza; The Podium; SM Mall of Asia; Greenbelt 5; Rustan’s Makati; 59 Connecticut St. (Greenhills); Banawe Ave (Quezon City); Corinthian Hills 2. UCC Café Terraces – Forbes Town Center; Ayala Center Cebu; One Rockwell – West Tower; Westgate Alabang; SM Mall of Asia; Trinoma; Robinsons Ermita; Resorts World Manila; Paseo Center; Lukcy Chinatown; 3. UCC Park Café – Glorietta 3; Forbes […]

December 28, 2015

BLOGAPALOOZA 2014

The much awaited Blogapalooza 2014 has finally happened last October 11, Saturday, at the SM Aura Premier. It was the biggest B2B: Business to Blogger Networking and Marketing event. It was attended by over 500 bloggers, Facebook users,Instagram users, Twitter influencers, brands and media companies from TV, radio, newspapers & magazines. Blogapalooza was organized by 3 of the biggest blogs in the Philippines, WhenInManila.com (Vince Golangco), TechFilipino.com (Francis Simisim), and OurAwesomePlanet.com (Anton Diaz). Our Awesome Planet – Anton Diaz When In Manila – Vince Golangco We had a chance to have a quick interview with Mr. Vince Golangco of WhenInManila.com. He told us that Blogapalooza started in their website which has 4million visitors every month. They […]

December 28, 2015

Say “Prost!”: Oktoberfest at Brotzeit

This is the time of the year when most people realize that one of the best things that happened to Germany is, Bier. Oktoberfest is a celebration that the Germans first shared to neighbor European countries and has already reached Asia. We have limited information as to when the Philippines started merry-making every October, but I guess that’s the whole point of Oktoberfest – never mind, just enjoy. It’s Wies’n! To experience Wies’n the German way, we decided to visit the Philippine franchise of German Bier Bar and Restaurant, Brotzeit. The franchise at the EDSA Shangri-La Promenade is the first branch in the Philippines and the 10th in the world. […]

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 […]

October 05, 2014

Globe DUO $1 Sale: A Much Affordable Way to Receive International Calls

Manila, Philippines – Globe Telecom is making it more affordable for our friends and families around the world to stay connected with us here in the Philippines. The Globe DUO International calling service is now available in 24 countries for only US$1/month from the original price of US$25. DUO $1 Sale Press Conference last October 2, 2014 at Ballroom One, Fairmont Hotel, Makati For the entire month of October, Filipinos based in other countries that are covered by DUO International can save as much as 96% when they call to the Philippines. With Globe DUO International, a Globe or TM number in the Philippines is assigned with a landline number […]