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Met Celebrates Filipino Heritage Through Virtual Tour
May 26, 2021

Met Celebrates Filipino Heritage Through Virtual Tour

Metropolitan Museum of Manila held a virtual tour event that defines heritage, culture and tradition.
April 08, 2024

Let’s Talk About Fashion and Art with Rina Albert-Llamas

Always been fascinated by the arts —particularly drawing— since she was a child, Rina Albert-Llamas always knew she was born to draw. She did and still is. After majoring in Art at the Manhattanville College in New York, the young, promising artist founded Rinadesign Inc., her very own company. All the while, she illustrated for some of the most famous brands in the Philippines such as Rustan’s. And the rest, as they say, is history. At the moment, the mother/entrepreneur/artist is balancing her schedule between family, business, tennis, and traveling. Talk about living the life! Rina in her element Now, the Philippine Primer managed to sit down (although virtually) with […]
Pocky Wholesome: the NEW Guilt-free Snack for You!
February 21, 2024

Pocky Wholesome: the NEW Guilt-free Snack for You!

Glico Philippines, Inc. releases Pocky Wholesome, the perfect snack for the health-conscious.
LET’S COOK: 3 Tasty Tofu Recipes
April 30, 2024

LET’S COOK: 3 Tasty Tofu Recipes

Philippine Primer shares recipes that turns the bland tofu into tasty meals.
SHOP NOW: Your Go-to Houseplant Shops and Furniture Stores in the Metro
May 18, 2021

SHOP NOW: Your Go-to Houseplant Shops and Furniture Stores in the Metro

The Philippine Primer shares a comprehensive list of houseplant shops and furniture stores in the Metro for your next shopping spree.
Austrian Film Month 2021 Kicks Off Online
May 18, 2021

Austrian Film Month 2021 Kicks Off Online

The Austrian Embassy launches the Austrian Film Month 2021 as part of the 75th anniversary of Austria and Philippines bilateral relations.
LIST: Indoor Activities You Should Do With Your Pets
May 14, 2021

LIST: Indoor Activities You Should Do With Your Pets

The Philippine Primer and Pet Pro Philippines share five fun indoor activities you can do with your beloved furbabies.
NCR Plus to be Placed Under Stricter GCQ on May 15
May 14, 2021

NCR Plus to be Placed Under Stricter GCQ on May 15

The Palace will place the NCR Plus and other areas under GCQ from May 15-31.
Essentials To Keep Your Plants Look Prettier
May 11, 2021

Essentials To Keep Your Plants Look Prettier

In this May issue, the Philippine Primer shares tips on how to make your plants aesthetically beautiful with the help of these five must-haves.
Easy Peasy Recipe: Gambas al Ajillo
March 07, 2024

Easy Peasy Recipe: Gambas al Ajillo

The Philippine Primer shares an easy-to-prepare gambas al ajillo recipe.
Recommended Plants To Grow in the Philippines 
May 11, 2021

Recommended Plants To Grow in the Philippines 

In this May issue, the Philippine Primer shares 6 Recommended Plants To Grow in the Philippines.  
Here’s How to Buy Don Quijote Goodies from the Philippines
May 10, 2021

Here’s How to Buy Don Quijote Goodies from the Philippines

The Philippine Primer shares how to buy products on Don Quijote from the Philippines.
No Time, No Problem: 4 Easy Canned Tuna Recipes For the Busy You
May 10, 2024

No Time, No Problem: 4 Easy Canned Tuna Recipes For the Busy You

Philippine Primer shares 4 easy ways to transform canned tuna into delicious treats.
Office Chair Recommendations for Work From Home Setup 
May 07, 2021

Office Chair Recommendations for Work From Home Setup 

The Philippine Primer shares tips and recommendations on how and where to buy an office chair for your work from home setup.
Creating Comfortable Living Space: Interior Renovation Tips
May 07, 2021

Creating Comfortable Living Space: Interior Renovation Tips

In this May issue, the Philippine Primer shares home interior renovation techniques. We are featuring tips and tricks on how to save space and create a work-life balance environment.
Spanish Embassy Presents: Guitarras del mundo, an Online Concert
May 06, 2021

Spanish Embassy Presents: Guitarras del mundo, an Online Concert

The Embassy of Spain in the Philippines will be hosting Guitarras del mundo to commemorate the quincentennial anniversary of the first circumnavigation of the world on Friday, May 7.
Experience Work-Life Balance in ACEA Subic Beach Resort
May 05, 2021

Experience Work-Life Balance in ACEA Subic Beach Resort

ACEA Subic Beach Resort offers a great deal for all people who wants to upgrade their work-from-home experience.
Instituto Cervantes Presents Online Film Cycle Zonazine
May 06, 2021

Instituto Cervantes Presents Online Film Cycle Zonazine

Instituto Cervantes de Manila presents Zonazine, an online film cycle featuring documentaries by prominent Spanish and Latin American film makers.
LIST: Updated Mother’s Day Cakes and Promos You Should Get For Mom
May 07, 2021

LIST: Updated Mother’s Day Cakes and Promos You Should Get For Mom

The Philippine Primer listed down shops, hotels, and cafes offering Mother's Day cakes and promos for 2021.
Food and Friendship: The Japan-Philippines 65th Anniversary Online Cooking Contest 
May 03, 2021

Food and Friendship: The Japan-Philippines 65th Anniversary Online Cooking Contest 

The Japanese Embassy to the Philippines invites everyone to join Food and Friendship: The Japan-Philippines 65th Anniversary Online Cooking Contest.