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November 25, 2022

Best Bars, Clubs, and Lounges in Parañaque to Get a Drink

Bookmark this guide for the next time you wanna chill out and grab some drinks.

November 22, 2022

Play Golf Without the Hassle at Joy Golf Science in Makati

Enjoy your tee time indoors only at Joy Golf Science in Makati!

November 18, 2022

Festival of Lights Is Back Live and On-Ground at Ayala Triangle Gardens

After running virtual editions of the Festival of Lights to continue the well-loved tradition while ensuring safety during the pandemic, the most anticipated family Christmas tradition is back LIVE and ON-GROUND at Ayala Triangle Gardens with never-before-seen features to usher a BIGGER and BRIGHTER celebration.

November 18, 2022

LIST: More Japanese Restaurants in Makati Perfect for Private Dining this Holiday Season

Here are five Japanese restaurants where you can celebrate the holiday season with good Japanese food.

November 21, 2022

Japanese Mall Mitsukoshi Pre-opens First PH Branch in BGC

Mitsukoshi BGC mall will officially open its first Philippine branch tomorrow, November 18, 2022.

November 16, 2022

Malacañang Updates List of Holidays for 2023

Malacañang has updated the list of regular holidays and special non-working days for 2023

November 15, 2022

LIST: Taguig Restos to Book in for your Year-end Private Celebrations

Here's a list of restaurants in Taguig where you can make reservations for your year-end parties, celebrations, and reunions!

November 15, 2022

A Taste of Japan: JETRO Promotes Japanese Ingredients in Tasting Event

JETRO successfully held its tasting event, Savor the Versatility of Japanese Ingredients, at MilkyWay Café in Makati on Friday, November 11, 2022.

April 04, 2024

Junca Salon Continues to Embody Pure Beauty with Promos for Eyelash Extensions

The mascara is a handy cosmetic used to make lashes thicker and, at times, look longer. However, applying it before going to work on a sunny, humid day in Manila might not always be the best and most comfortable beauty regimen there is. IMAGE Unsplash To avoid dark undereye smudges, eyelash extensions might be the way to go to save you some time and avoid the hassle! And we know just the right place to get you an eyelash makeover.   From Hair to Toe Junca Salon in Makati City is known as a go-to salon for celebrities and business professionals for its unique and reliable technology that Japan is […]

December 19, 2023

Making the Renewable Energy Switch through the Green Energy Option Program

The Philippines continues to push for renewable energy sourcing to lower fossil fuel dependency and to increase energy security.

November 09, 2022

Celebrate Pocky Day with Glico PH’s Pocky Heart-to-Heart TikTok Challenge

Are you up for the challenge?

March 14, 2024

Let’s Cook: Soy Milk Tantanmen

Here's a 15-minute tantanmen recipe that utilizes ingredients you will find in your pantry or at the nearest grocery

November 04, 2022

BoConcept Reopens in Shang with One of the First ICON Stores in Southeast Asia

Founded in 1952 in Denmark, BoConcept is also marking seven decades of bringing award-winning designs to homes all over the world with the new Kollektion, featuring the best of Danish style with its timeless shapes, neutral tones, and a focus on multifunctional pieces.

November 04, 2022

Major Mall Operators Allow Optional Wearing of Face Masks

SM Supermalls, Ayala Malls, and Robinsons Malls have adopted EO 7 in their new policies, allowing shoppers to go mask-free within their premises.

November 04, 2022

How JINRO Soju Fueled K-Entertainment Culture

Soju is the best-selling alcohol in the world by volume, and sales have been growing in recent years. But amongst all the brand, the brand mostly consumed by Koreans is definitely JINRO soju.

October 30, 2022

Fill It Forward with the 2023 Starbucks Traditions

Every holiday season Starbucks effortlessly brings people together with their highly-anticipated and well-loved Starbucks Traditions collection.

February 14, 2024

Life in Cucina: Marco Polo Hotel in Ortigas Shares Act of Service Through its Fine Cuisine and Amazing Hospitality

The Philippine Primer had an exclusive interview with Marco Polo Ortigas Manila General Manager Colin Healy. Together with Cristina Ong-cruz, Director of Sales and Marketing, and Simona M. Lopez, Digital Marketing Manager, the Marco Polo team shares their stories.

October 28, 2022

Undas 2022: Adjusted Mall Hours for Oct 31 – Nov 2

In observance of All Saints' and All Souls' Days this coming long weekend, mall operators across the Philippines have adjusted their operating hours.

October 25, 2022

CBTL Gives You a New and Different Way to Holiday this Season!

You’re in for a treat with the release of the NEW Limited Edition Holiday Tumblers in five sleek designs: Moonwalk, Gold Dust, Champagne, Purple Dream, and Meteor.

October 25, 2022

Siargao Rides the Waves to Recovery with 26th Siargao International Surfing Festival

In December 2021, Super Typhoon Odette hit the Philippines, leaving Siargao devastated. Now, the teardrop-shaped island has proved its resilience as it opens the 26th Siargao International Surfing Festival this October 2022.