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MET in BGC: Metropolitan Museum of Manila Finds a New Home in Taguig
July 23, 2021

MET in BGC: Metropolitan Museum of Manila Finds a New Home in Taguig

The Metropolitan Museum of Manila will move to Bonifacio Global City by the end of the year.
Clark International Airport Terminal 2 Sets to Open This Year, World-Class Features Unveiled
July 22, 2021

Clark International Airport Terminal 2 Sets to Open This Year, World-Class Features Unveiled

The Department of Transportation unveils the newly-completed passenger terminal building of Clark International Terminal 2 to the public.
OVER A CUP OF COFFEE: UCC Shares Us the Appeal of Coffee
July 22, 2021

OVER A CUP OF COFFEE: UCC Shares Us the Appeal of Coffee

UCC Coffee tours Philippine Primer and other media organizations around its coffee farm and museum virtually.
A Tribute to Mom: Cafe Fleur’s Chef Sau Del Rosario on Food and Life Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic
March 26, 2024

A Tribute to Mom: Cafe Fleur’s Chef Sau Del Rosario on Food and Life Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic

Celebrity Chef Sau Del Rosario talks about Cafe Fleur, his new restaurant in Poblacion Makati, and more in this exclusive interview.
PASSPORT ALERT: DFA Begins Temporary Off-Site Passport Services (TOPS)
July 19, 2021

PASSPORT ALERT: DFA Begins Temporary Off-Site Passport Services (TOPS)

The Department of Foreign Affairs teams up with select malls to provide Temporary Off-Site Passport Services (TOPS) for all Filipinos.
Slater Young and Home Buddies Dare Filipinos to have Eco-friendlier Homes via #AjinomotoSustainAbilidadChallenge
July 15, 2021

Slater Young and Home Buddies Dare Filipinos to have Eco-friendlier Homes via #AjinomotoSustainAbilidadChallenge

Ajinomoto encourages FIlipinos to live a sustainable lifestyle through the #AjinomotoSustainabilidadChallenge.
BEYOND LEGACY: How The German Club in Manila Thrives Through the Years
July 15, 2021

BEYOND LEGACY: How The German Club in Manila Thrives Through the Years

The Philippine Primer features one of the oldest club in the Philippines: The German Club.
Vogue Paris Includes Siargao in “Top Islands to Go on Holiday” List
July 09, 2021

Vogue Paris Includes Siargao in “Top Islands to Go on Holiday” List

Vogue Paris recognizes Siargao Island as one of the world's top summer destinations.
LRT 2 East Extension is Now Open, Commuters to Receive 2-Week Free Ride
July 05, 2021

LRT 2 East Extension is Now Open, Commuters to Receive 2-Week Free Ride

The LRT 2 East Extension is now open to the public.
LIST: “Green” Places Which Travellers Qualify For Shorter Quarantine Period
May 02, 2022

LIST: “Green” Places Which Travellers Qualify For Shorter Quarantine Period

The Malacañang Palace releases a list of "green" countries and jurisdictions whose citizens and workers are qualified to have shorter quarantine period.
Dean and DeLuca Opens Makati Branch, Biggest Store to be Launched in Taguig Soon
May 14, 2024

Dean and DeLuca Opens Makati Branch, Biggest Store to be Launched in Taguig Soon

Dean and DeLuca is Now Open in Makati, Biggest Store Soon to Launch.
COFFEE MADNESS: 13 Cafes and Restos Worth Visiting around Metro Manila
March 26, 2024

COFFEE MADNESS: 13 Cafes and Restos Worth Visiting around Metro Manila

If you want to take a break and refresh your mind, we suggest going and spending some time in a relaxing place such as a cafe and restaurant. Today, we are featuring 13 cafes and restaurants around the metro that are worth visiting!
What’s Coming to Netflix this July 2021
June 30, 2021

What’s Coming to Netflix this July 2021

The Philippine Primer shares list of shows to be released on Netflix in July 2021.
Midnight Vax to Commence in Taguig This Week
June 29, 2021

Midnight Vax to Commence in Taguig This Week

The city government of Taguig starts vaccination night this week.
PH Beauty Queens: Where Are They Now?
June 28, 2021

PH Beauty Queens: Where Are They Now?

The Philippine Primer shares a listicle featuring the lives of former Filipina beauty queens.
Philippine Primer Cooks: Easy and Yummy Okonomiyaki
February 15, 2024

Philippine Primer Cooks: Easy and Yummy Okonomiyaki

The Philippine Primer shares a delicious okonomiyaki recipe.
Meet The Coffee Prince: Bryant Dee, the Man Behind Fat Seed Cafe+Roastery
April 30, 2024

Meet The Coffee Prince: Bryant Dee, the Man Behind Fat Seed Cafe+Roastery

Bryant Dee of Fat Seed Cafe+Roastery shares his insights on the food and beverage industry as well as his love for coffee.
Shangri-La Celebrates Filipino Style and Culture with Exciting Events this June
June 23, 2021

Shangri-La Celebrates Filipino Style and Culture with Exciting Events this June

Shangri-La Plaza invites everyone for a month-long celebration of everything Filipino – from fashion to heritage and culture.
LET’S EAT: DOT Launches KAIN NA! Website to Boost Food Tourism
April 30, 2024

LET’S EAT: DOT Launches KAIN NA! Website to Boost Food Tourism

The Department of Tourism launches the Kain Na Store to promote local food tourism in the Philippines.
Makati, Private Sectors Tie Up to Expand Vaccination Sites
June 15, 2021

Makati, Private Sectors Tie Up to Expand Vaccination Sites

Makati and the private sector team up to open additional vaccine sites in the city.