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7 Online Liquor Shops That Delivers Booze Around Metro Manila
January 12, 2021

7 Online Liquor Shops That Delivers Booze Around Metro Manila

Should you have a virtual e-numan or drinking session with friends or even a small home celebration that needs tons of booze, check out these online liquor shops to have your drinks delivered right to your doorstep without hassle!
Royal Canin Club: Providing Credible Pet Care Information Plus Exclusive Promos!
October 16, 2020

Royal Canin Club: Providing Credible Pet Care Information Plus Exclusive Promos!

Pet care during quarantine is made easier by Royal Canin Philippines as they recently launched their rewards program mobile application, Royal Canin Club.
Patisserie Bébé Rouge in Makati Offers Limited Time Cakes for Halloween!
October 16, 2020

Patisserie Bébé Rouge in Makati Offers Limited Time Cakes for Halloween!

Makati’s well-loved cakes and pastry shop Pâtisserie Bébé Rouge gives you the option to have a more glamorous Halloween with their limited Halloween cakes and sweets collection!
DOT Reopens Ilocos Norte to Luzon Tourist Starting Oct 15!
October 13, 2020

DOT Reopens Ilocos Norte to Luzon Tourist Starting Oct 15!

Now, amidst the pandemic, Ilocos Norte is finally reopening its doors to tourists from Luzon starting October 15, 2020! As stated by Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat, even those coming from areas that are still under general community quarantine (GCQ) are welcomed to visit Ilocos Norte.
Suzuki Philippines Expands to the South of Luzon with New Dealership Rising in Kawit, Cavite
October 13, 2020

Suzuki Philippines Expands to the South of Luzon with New Dealership Rising in Kawit, Cavite

As SPH breaks ground for Suzuki Auto Kawit, the automobile brand continues to show optimism about its prospects for growth bearing in mind that the expectations of the Filipinos are met in terms of quality service and products.
Cebu and Visayas Island Named Top Islands in Asia By Condé Nast
October 09, 2020

Cebu and Visayas Island Named Top Islands in Asia By Condé Nast

Cebu and the Visayas islands have been named as the Top Island in Asia, leading three other Philippine Islands, Palawan, Siargao, and Boracay in the Top 10 of the Condé Nast Traveler's (CNT) 2020 Readers' Choice Awards.
Hotel Okura Manila Unveils the Flavors of Autumn with New Set Menus
October 09, 2020

Hotel Okura Manila Unveils the Flavors of Autumn with New Set Menus

Hotel Okura Manila’s signature Japanese fine dining restaurant Yamazato celebrates autumn in Japan with a series of seasonal treats in lunch sets and a special bento on Okura At Home.
PRIMER EXCLUSIVE: Get FREE Treatments and Discounts at These Salons!
October 08, 2020

PRIMER EXCLUSIVE: Get FREE Treatments and Discounts at These Salons!

Whether you need that long-overdue haircut or you just need some care for your lashes or nails, these salons are giving you a hundred percent assurance that they follow strict health protocols. On top of that, they are also offering exclusive promos for Primer readers!
LIST: 6 Premium Brands Offering Innovative Protective Products
May 20, 2022

LIST: 6 Premium Brands Offering Innovative Protective Products

From advanced air conditioners and air purifiers down to highly-innovative paint, you'll definitely have your eye on one of these products offered by some of the premium brands here in the Philippines.
Spiral at Sofitel Manila Reopens to Redefine Gastronomic Luxury
October 06, 2020

Spiral at Sofitel Manila Reopens to Redefine Gastronomic Luxury

As the world enters a new era in luxury dining, Asia Pacific’s most interactive gastronomic destination—Spiral, places the spotlight on its roots with new signature specialties prepared à la minute by expert culinary artisans and standards that go beyond its norm of stringent safety and hygiene measures.
Netflix Philippines: What’s New This October 2020
October 05, 2020

Netflix Philippines: What’s New This October 2020

As we welcome the spookiest time of the year, Netflix is all set to bring us a number of chilling new movies and series to watch just in time for Halloween—of course, with a dash of comedy and romance on the side as well!
5 Filipino Brands Won Stars at UK’s Great Taste Awards 2020
October 02, 2020

5 Filipino Brands Won Stars at UK’s Great Taste Awards 2020

Through the years, the Philippines has gotten more and more competitive when it comes to producing local and quality goods. Several local products have been making names outside the country and just this year, 5 local brands from the country win stars at UK's Great Taste Awards!
Starbucks Philippines Drops Its New Mid-Autumn Festival Collection 2020
October 08, 2020

Starbucks Philippines Drops Its New Mid-Autumn Festival Collection 2020

The collection is designed with a unique story-telling artwork created with consecutive story scenes that end with adorable bunnies dancing under the moonlight.
Malacañang Announces Travel Pass For Essential Outbound Travel Aren’t Needed
September 29, 2020

Malacañang Announces Travel Pass For Essential Outbound Travel Aren’t Needed

Essential outbound travels that involve employment, education, medical, humanitarian, and essential business aren't required a travel pass but on the other hand, non-essential outbound travel remains suspended
From fiestas to the MGM Grand: the story of Manny Pacquiao
September 28, 2022

From fiestas to the MGM Grand: the story of Manny Pacquiao

Boxing fans are as varied as they come, but mention one name and they’ll always have something to say about him: Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao. He’s gone through great lengths to achieve greatness, and his resume speaks for itself: ● Record stands at 58-6-2, with 36 coming by way of KO. ● The only boxer to have held world titles in 8 divisions ● Actor, recording artist, professional basketball player and coach, businessman, politician, philanthropist How was he able to achieve such a high level of success? It all boils down to his roots. Here’s his story. Early years HE WOUD BE KNOWN as Kid Kulafu during his early years in […]
Success Story: Hidilyn Diaz’s ‘Lift’ of Faith
September 28, 2022

Success Story: Hidilyn Diaz’s ‘Lift’ of Faith

It is a proven fact that Filipinos excel worldwide in almost all aspects of life. From beauty pageants, singing and dancing competitions to sports., Filipinos are being remembered for the honour and pride they persistently bring to their country.   (Image grabbed from philstar.com)   Just recently, the Philippines celebrated the victory of Hidilyn Diaz, the 25-year-old Filipina who bagged Silver medal in women’s 53kg weightlifting category in Rio 2016, claiming her title as the first Filipino woman Olympic medalist. Hidilyn was born on February 20, 1991 in a small village in Zamboanga City, Mindanao. Growing up in a family of eight, Hidilyn’s childhood was just as colourful as every […]
A nanny with a camera: Xyza Cruz-Bacani, one of BBC’s 100 Women of the World
September 28, 2022

A nanny with a camera: Xyza Cruz-Bacani, one of BBC’s 100 Women of the World

XYZA CRUZ-BACANI. Nanny turned photographer. Photo by Niko Villegas In 2014, a very inspiring story of a certain Xyza Cruz-Bacani surfaced the internet as a Filipina who just recently had her photographs and narrative featured in The New York Times. At first, you’d think that she may be just one photographer who had all the luck in the world to afford luxury cameras but truth is, she didn’t. She was a domestic helper in Hong Kong who has a keen interest in photography. Xyza’s black and white photography style Before she got recognition for her works, Xyza was 18 and a domestic helper at a well-off family in Hong Kong, […]
Lea Salonga: A small voice that captured the world
September 28, 2022

Lea Salonga: A small voice that captured the world

When it comes to Filipino pride, Lea Salonga is undoubtedly a household name for she is known as the girl who made it big in the world of Broadway Musical.   LEA SALONGA. A broadway musical gem. (Photo grabbed from broadwayworld.com)   Born in Ermita, Manila, Lea Salonga made her professional debut at the age of 7.  She starred at the musical King and I with Repertory Philippines, and other titular roles in several musical plays such as Annie, The Sound of Music and Paper Moon. Lea had a lot of achievements in her lifetime as she recorded her first album entitled “Small Voice” that was certified gold in the […]
Learn all about financial planning – through a board game: Praxis®
September 28, 2022

Learn all about financial planning – through a board game: Praxis®

People are finding more and more ways to make money: some open up a business, some use their talents and become freelancers, and the rest of us work. You make money, yet are not sure of what to do with it other than pay your bills, pay your taxes, and spend the rest on making our lives “better”. This is where the terms “financial planning” and “financial literacy” come in. People are more aware of these terms nowadays, but it’s still not at par with the rest of the world. Filipinos like to have fun, but talking about anything financial (or numbers for that matter) bores or intimidates most people. […]
Sharp J-Tech 5-Door Refrigerator
September 28, 2022

Sharp J-Tech 5-Door Refrigerator

Discover Japan's Technology and have freshness with every door.