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New World Manila Bay Hotel opens in Manila
February 13, 2018

New World Manila Bay Hotel opens in Manila

“Celebration Stay” Package Launches New Era for the Deluxe Property New World Manila Bay Hotel opened on 1 January 2015 as New World Hotels & Resorts’ second property in the capital and its “Celebration Stay” package welcomes discerning travellers with the brand’s signature “modern Oriental hospitality.”   With “Celebration Stay” guests enjoy a special rate starting at PHP6,800 (USD152) per room per night for a minimum two-night stay in a City Bay View Room, with complimentary access to the Residence Club Living Room for benefits such as daily Continental breakfast, all-day refreshments and evening cocktails. Also included is a complimentary one-way airport transfers, use of WiFi and the Boardroom for one […]
Announcement: Primer is Closed on Christmas Season
December 22, 2014

Announcement: Primer is Closed on Christmas Season

There’s only 10 days left before we officially say goodbye to year 2014! And we, here at Primer, are just as excited as you are to enjoy and spend the holidays with our loved ones. Please be reminded that our office will be closed on the following days: Wednesday, December 24, until Sunday, December 28 Tuesday, December 30, until January 4, Sunday Primer wishes you a holiday filled with love, peace and joy!
Gift Idea Series: All Ye Gents
February 28, 2017

Gift Idea Series: All Ye Gents

It’s the most wonderful time of the year… …or not, if you are behind your Christmas shopping. Yikes! Double yikes if you find it doubly difficult to think of the perfect gift for the men in your life. With all the sweet, cutesy and sparkly little trinkets out of the list, what else is there to give aside from that usual Nirvana t-shirt? Fight the urge to around like a headless chicken. Primer Magazine advices you to ACT COOL and check out our list of seven possible presents for the gentlemen: An NBA 2K15 Source: http://espn.go.com/ Holiday appeal: …or any video game related to the following: sports, cars, monsters, heroes, […]
10 Items to Help Every Girl Make It through the Day
June 10, 2024

10 Items to Help Every Girl Make It through the Day

There are things you can leave at home, and there are things that are essential in making it through the day. If you miss these items the possibilities of getting screwed are high. Just kidding! But on a more serious note, being a woman is not as simple as it looks. Imagine always having to be ready at all times and still having to worry about looking good! Well we have the solutions to your problems. Here are 10 items you must always (take note, always) have in handy: 1. Valid Identification Card (ID). Photo from: Flickr.com No matter what happens, you cannot leave home without this. Especially if you’re […]
LEGO Warehouse Sale: A Review
December 17, 2014

LEGO Warehouse Sale: A Review

Two words: ultimate adventure. The LEGO Warehouse Sale 2014 that took place last December 10-14 was an ultimate adventure, a treasure hunt to be more precise. The adventure started in locating the “very mysterious” venue of the sale itself. It is amusing to think that the sale was held very close to Eastwood City, but still remain elusive at the same time – an adventure indeed for LEGO hunters and collectors, especially those who are from the southern part of the Metro. The amazement does not end there, though. One would be overwhelmed not with the LEGO products available, but with the number of people who wanted their LEGO! Kudos […]
Gift Idea Series: Scents and Suds
February 28, 2017

Gift Idea Series: Scents and Suds

Chestnuts roasting on an open fire… And so the famous song goes. A few days to go and it’s Christmas! While this festive season begs the aroma of flavorful food wafting around, you don’t want to end up smelling like the Christmas feast, right? Surely, your loved ones wouldn’t want to do so either. This is especially true since our sense of smell is so powerful that it creates and evoke memories that can stay with us forever! So, why not wrap a fragrant bottle up? For the second edition of Primer Magazine’s gift idea series, we present something sweet again…only this time, something sweet-smelling from two local/artisan/quirky businesses and […]
Holiday Selection at Banzai SM Mall of Asia
December 28, 2015

Holiday Selection at Banzai SM Mall of Asia

Partake in an unforgettable buffet at Banzai: The Great Authentic Japanese Buffet this holiday season. The country’s biggest Japanese buffet, Banzai presents several promo offerings to allow its diners a wide selection of sushi, sashimi and rolls, tepanyaki, tempura and tonkatsu, noodles and ramen, cold soba, yakitori, takoyaki, and more.   Get a special treat at Banzai and celebrate occasions by availing these promos: Daily Offer: Group of 6 may enjoy Banzai’s 5+1 promo wherein one may enjoy a complimentary buffet. Senior Promo: Allows guests aged 75 years and above to enjoy 30% discount in conjunction with their regular 20% discount. Birthday Promo: Allows birthday celebrants to enjoy a free buffet when […]
Globe partners with LINE for free int’l calls to Globe, TM for the holidays
December 15, 2014

Globe partners with LINE for free int’l calls to Globe, TM for the holidays

December 15, 2014, Manila, Philippines – Globe Telecom formally announces its collaboration with the leading messaging application LINE in a press conference held at The Globe Tower, Bonifacio Global City. This partnership will offer more opportunities for Filipinos all over the world to stay connected with their loved ones here in the Philippines during the holiday season. Carmina Villo (Director of Marketing, Globe International Business), Greg Kim (Head of Philippine Operations, LINE), Gil Genio (Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Globe), Rizza Maniego-Eala (Senior Vice President, Globe International Business) “As we end the year on a high note, we are excited to announce another collaboration with leading messaging app […]
5 Fashion Items Every Woman Must Have in Her Closet
June 10, 2024

5 Fashion Items Every Woman Must Have in Her Closet

You can have a multitude of clothes and fashion items in your closet yet still have that dilemma of not having anything to wear! Imagine staring at your clothes for hours wondering what to wear for the day. How could you have so much yet not have enough to come up with that head turning outfit? Or you could have but a number of pieces and your problem would be how to combine that jaw-dropping ensemble that would garner compliments from family and friends. Well one way you could deal with these problems is to have the right items in your closet. The basics some might say. There are certain […]
La Mer with Manila Glee Club Holds Twilight Concert 2014
December 28, 2015

La Mer with Manila Glee Club Holds Twilight Concert 2014

Two flags were raised last December 6 at the BDO South Tower’s Francisco Santiago Hall as the La Mer Choral Group in partnership with Manila Glee Club held the Twilight Concert 2014, one of a series of concerts they have been having through the years. Garbed in clothing inspired by the traditional Filipiniana, the La Mer choral group, composed of talented Japanese women, kicked off the concert with a cheery Japanese rendition of “Hi-Ho” from the Disney film Snow White. To the sound of the piano, their voices wonderfully blend together like milk and coffee. The La Mer choral group also dramatically performed Tagalog song “Bayan Ko”. Their next performances were […]
Gift Idea Series: Sweets for the Sweet
December 28, 2015

Gift Idea Series: Sweets for the Sweet

It’s the last month of the year, and everyone knows what that means: Christmas is just around the corner! Merry Christmas, everyone! Here in the Philippines, the holiday season comes with one very important tradition: gift giving. The significance of this custom in the Filipino culture can be seen in hustle and bustle of malls and bazaars as Christmas eve draws nearer and nearer and nearer… …just like, well, right now. Feeling jolly yet? Perhaps not so, especially if you are haunted by this one question: have you finished your Christmas shopping yet? Fret not, though, as Primer brings you a list of wonderful gift ideas twice a week for […]
Spend Less and Enjoy the Holidays
December 29, 2015

Spend Less and Enjoy the Holidays

The holiday excitement and rush in the Philippines seconds to nobody else’s in this world. Truly, almost everybody in this country is excited about the Yuletide season. Almost. Unfortunately, with all the joy and excitement come “holiday casualties”: Christmas expenses that put a damper on celebrating the Yuletide season. Everyone wants to be generous during the most wonderful time of the year…with the least peso value possible. Fret not, as Primer gives you four places in the metro where you can bring the whole family to enjoy and spend virtually nothing! (Photo grabbed from GMA Network Website) 1. Greenhills Shopping Centre – COD or Christmas On Display This is the […]
Ramen Nagi Opens in Greenbelt 3, Makati!
December 28, 2015

Ramen Nagi Opens in Greenbelt 3, Makati!

Makati’s ramen scene continues to flourish as Ramen Nagi opens its 6th door for some serious slurping in Greenbelt 3. This is good news to all the followers of Ramen Nagi especially the working people of Makati. There is no need to brave the traffic going to SM Aura or SM Mall of Asia because our favourite Butao ramen restaurant is just walking distance from Ayala avenue. The opening was graced by the owners, some famous local celebrities like actor Gerald Anderson, fashion stylist Liz Uy, club owner Tim Yap and VIP’s from Ayala Group. Ramen Nagi Greenbelt 3 branch has a total of 120 seats. It is the biggest […]
UNIQLO SM Makati Opens Today
December 28, 2015

UNIQLO SM Makati Opens Today

UNIQLO Philippines finally opens its SM Makati branch! Catch discounts and great deals for as low as Php 299 at the newest store from November 28 until December 3! You can also get a free gift item for a minimum single receipt purchase of P2,500 on November 28, 29 & 30 at 10am to 12nn. UNIQLO SM Makati is the company’s 19th store to open in the Philippines. It is located on the shopping mall’s ground floor.
PRIMER MAGAZINE December Issue: Cakes, Cakes and more Cakes
December 01, 2014

PRIMER MAGAZINE December Issue: Cakes, Cakes and more Cakes

Here comes December and the crazy, frenzied holiday season of gift giving, parties, travels and long vacation. Since this is a special month for all of us, Primer Magazine is featuring some of the perfect holiday finds. Christmas season is the right time for a little indulgence and what better way to celebrate it than with a few sweet cakes?   Primer features some of the best-selling cakes in town: cheesecake, caramel, and strawberry and, of course, the all-time favourite chocolate. You don’t want to miss these cakes because they are definitely a showstopper. Aside from sweets, the holiday season will not be complete without gifts! We know that Christmas […]
Shangri-La’s Hotel Jen Manila Officially Launched
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 […]
Paracord Bracelet | Fashion in the Woods
June 10, 2024

Paracord Bracelet | Fashion in the Woods

In fashion, even jewelleries and accessories come and go. Before, charms, bohemian bangles and arm candies were worn by almost everyone. A few months ago, every children, tweens and even adults went crazy for loom bands. Whatever is trending turns into a must-have. But there is this accessory that is different from the other trends. It is fashionable and at the same time useful to some. Today, the world of accessories introduces the Paracord Bracelets or the survival bracelets. Have you seen the show “Man vs. Wild” hosted by British adventurer Bear Grylls? Yes, that’s right. He is the guy who eats almost anything. I first saw and heard about the paracord bracelet when Grylls […]
Black and White Has Never Been This Colorful: Ballet Manila’s Swan Lake (A Review)
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 […]
Finding Beauty the Natural Way
June 06, 2024

Finding Beauty the Natural Way

One of the primary concerns of women and girls in their teens is caring for the skin. As they say, how you appear on the outside reflects how you feel about yourself on the inside. Therefore, being at ones best is vital to today’s women, and even men. With a multitude of beauty products that may contain chemicals that are just too much for the skin, why not choose to go more than organic and get beautiful the natural way? Here we have a few ways you can care for one’s skin au naturel: Get Enough Sleep They don’t tell us to get eight hours of sleep for nothing. This […]
SM Supermalls: Have A “Merry SM Christmas” This Holiday Season
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 […]