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LIST: Local Footwear Brands in the Philippines
April 03, 2024

LIST: Local Footwear Brands in the Philippines

Updated as of February 26, 2021. Looking for sturdy and stylish footwear to strut with? Check out these locally-made shoes that dominate the fashion scene in the Philippines when it comes to shoes, sandals, and everything footwear! Rusty Lopez Started in 1977, Rusty Lopez is one of trusted local brands when it comes to shoes. Rusty Lopez is known for its product quality as they produce men, women, kids, school, sporty, and formal footwear line. Banana Peel Image from Banana Peel’s Facebook page Want a stylish yet affordable flip flop? Check Banana Peel! It’s the first flip flop concept store in the Philippines. They produce “ultra chic, athletic, and classic […]
Gov’t To Ban Stirrers, Straws Nationwide
February 23, 2021

Gov’t To Ban Stirrers, Straws Nationwide

Plastic coffee stirrers and soft drink straws are no longer allowed in about a year.
Smoking Is Thrice Deadlier Than COVID-19: Experts
February 19, 2021

Smoking Is Thrice Deadlier Than COVID-19: Experts

Experts from Turkey claim that smoking is three times deadlier than COVID-19, according to their studies.
Japanese Restaurants And More: 9 Notable Establishments To Visit Along Chino Roces Avenue
February 24, 2021

Japanese Restaurants And More: 9 Notable Establishments To Visit Along Chino Roces Avenue

Discovering new restaurants along Chino Roces Avenue.
Nihongo Fiesta 2021 Goes Online This February 20
February 17, 2021

Nihongo Fiesta 2021 Goes Online This February 20

The annual celebration of the Nihongo Festival goes online this February 20
Megaworld Lifestyle Malls Promotes Safer Ways To Celebrate The Love Month
February 16, 2021

Megaworld Lifestyle Malls Promotes Safer Ways To Celebrate The Love Month

Megaworld Lifestyle Malls devises new ways to celebrate the love month amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
DOH To Release Ventilation Guidelines For The Reopening Of Cinemas
February 16, 2021

DOH To Release Ventilation Guidelines For The Reopening Of Cinemas

The Department of Health will be releasing guidelines for proper ventilation in cinemas in areas under general community quarantine in an attempt to bolster the economy.
Frotea Offers Decadent, Yet Affordable Taiwanese Milk Tea
February 15, 2021

Frotea Offers Decadent, Yet Affordable Taiwanese Milk Tea

Frotea now provides a wider range to accommodate Filipino quench toward milk tea.
Experience The Power Of Art At Shangri-La Plaza
February 15, 2021

Experience The Power Of Art At Shangri-La Plaza

Shangri-La Plaza is holding major art exhibits throughout this month to as a means of celebrating the National Arts Month.
Panasonic Air Conditioners with nanoe™ X Inhibits COVID-19
February 11, 2021

Panasonic Air Conditioners with nanoe™ X Inhibits COVID-19

Texcell confirms the inhibitory effects of Panasonic Air Conditioner with nanoe™ X Technology.
City of Dreams Manila Celebrates Chinese New Year with Auspicious Offerings
February 11, 2021

City of Dreams Manila Celebrates Chinese New Year with Auspicious Offerings

City of Dreams Manila proudly presents their mouth-watering creations to celebrate this year's Chinese New Year at Crystal Dragon and Nobu Manila.
Cheers From Batanes: The First Locally Brewed Ivantan Beer Made From Sweet Potato 
May 12, 2022

Cheers From Batanes: The First Locally Brewed Ivantan Beer Made From Sweet Potato 

Batanes is producing Ivatan Beer that is locally brewed using sweet potato
5 Must-Try Restaurants Around The Beacon
February 09, 2021

5 Must-Try Restaurants Around The Beacon

Philippine Primer lists five highly-recommended restaurants around The Beacon.
Yuki Sonoda Spends Christmas in Boracay!
February 11, 2025

Yuki Sonoda Spends Christmas in Boracay!

In this exclusive column with Philippine Primer, Yuki Sonoda recalls her time in Boracay where she spent her Christmas! Explore Boracay as Yuki tells her story.
Celebrate Valentine’s and Chinese New Year at Hotel Okura Manila
February 10, 2021

Celebrate Valentine’s and Chinese New Year at Hotel Okura Manila

Okura Hotel Manila's Yamazato offers great deals to celebrate Valentine's Day and Chinese New Year this February 2021.
LalaFood To Cease Operations on Feb 16
February 09, 2021

LalaFood To Cease Operations on Feb 16

LalaFood will stop its operations in the Philippines on February 16, 2021.
Suzuki: Realize The Dzire To Upgrade Your Lifestyle This Year
February 08, 2021

Suzuki: Realize The Dzire To Upgrade Your Lifestyle This Year

Suzuki Philippines released the newest model of Suzuki Dzire this February 2021.
FEB-IBIG PROMO: 8 Restaurants To Visit This Valentine’s Day
February 10, 2023

FEB-IBIG PROMO: 8 Restaurants To Visit This Valentine’s Day

Listicles of restaurants that offer a great deal this Valentine's day.
Let’s Explore the Makati Central Square Shops
February 03, 2021

Let’s Explore the Makati Central Square Shops

Discovering the shops in Makati Central Shops
Makati Central Square: Heaven for Japanese Feast
February 03, 2021

Makati Central Square: Heaven for Japanese Feast

Featuring Makati Central Square and its affordable and quality Japanese restaurants