{"id":47530,"date":"2019-08-29T11:00:58","date_gmt":"2019-08-29T03:00:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/?p=47530"},"modified":"2019-08-29T18:57:02","modified_gmt":"2019-08-29T10:57:02","slug":"7-souvenir-shops-around-manila-for-quality-local-handicrafts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/2019\/08\/29\/7-souvenir-shops-around-manila-for-quality-local-handicrafts\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Souvenir Shops Around Manila for Quality Local Handicrafts"},"content":{"rendered":"

Filipino craftsmanship\u00a0is highly valued for\u00a0its\u00a0unique designs, often gifted as souvenirs after\u00a0visiting the Philippines. However, there are also crafts, textiles, wares, and designs that are worth keeping in your own home as decor or to wear on special occasions.<\/p>\n

The practice of bringing home souvenirs or\u00a0pasalubong<\/em>\u00a0plays a huge part in the Filipino tradition.\u00a0<\/em>With many Filipinos now working overseas, they send gifts back to their home country through the balikbayan<\/em> box\u2014with the name coming from balik <\/em>meaning\u00a0to come back and bayan<\/em>, the Philippines.<\/p>\n

Also read: Souvenirs to Buy Wherever You Are in the PH<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

We have listed down a few local handicraft and souvenir stores that offer high quality and well-designed pieces for all uses. A quick visit to one of them may just give you more idea of Filipino creativity!<\/p>\n

Tesoro’s Philippine Handicrafts<\/h3>\n

\"\"Caba\u00f1a by Tesoro’s in El Nido Palawan \/ IMAGE Tesoro’s<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Founded by Atty. Nestor and Salud B. Tesoro in 1945,\u00a0Tesoro’s<\/strong>\u00a0supports the livelihood of hundreds of small entrepreneurs and sustains heritage by purveying only the best of the Philippines. In its 12 retail outlets\u00a0all over the archipelago, one will find a wide assortment of tableware, giftware, embroideries, shellcraft, heritage craft, and local apparel at affordable prices\u2014accompanied by expert service.<\/span><\/p>\n

Branches include Caba\u00f1a in El Nido Palawan, pre-departure areas of NAIA Terminals 1, 3, and DMIA in Clark.<\/span><\/p>\n

Also read:\u00a0Archipelago Botanical Gin Is Now Available in the Philippines<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Address:\u00a01016 Antonio Arnaiz Ave, Makati City
\nBusiness hours: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily
\nWebsite:\u00a0tesoros.ph<\/a>
\nFacebook:\u00a0facebook.com\/tesoroshandicrafts<\/a><\/p>\n

Balikbayan\u00a0Handicrafts<\/h3>\n

\"\"Expect a wide variety of local handicrafts! \/ IMAGE Balikbayan Handicrafts<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

If you’re\u00a0looking for proudly Filipino-made handicrafts from large household items and fixtures to the smallest jewelry, then\u00a0Balikbayan Handicrafts<\/strong>\u00a0is the place for you. With their biggest store along Arnaiz Ave., you’ll surely find something to satisfy your tastes.<\/p>\n

Address:\u00a01010 Antonio Arnaiz Ave, Makati
\nBusiness hours:\u00a09 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Mon to Sat),\u00a010\u00a0a.m. to 8 p.m. (Sun)
\nWebsite:\u00a0balikbayanhandicrafts.com.ph<\/a>
\nFacebook:\u00a0facebook.com\/balikbayanhandicrafts<\/a><\/p>\n

The Manila Collectible Co.<\/h3>\n

\"\"Make sure you don’t miss this hidden gem in Intramuros! \/ IMAGE The Manila Collectible Co.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

The Manila Collectible Co.<\/strong>\u00a0(TMCC) is a\u00a0cultural space\u00a0that is\u00a0a museum, gift shop, and heritage tour\/workshop provider in the heart of Intramuros, Manila.\u00a0Other than just being a store, they\u00a0educate guests about Philippine culture.<\/p>\n

Inspired by prehistory and indigenous heritage, TMCC continues to collaborate with cultural groups from around the country to further promote and sustain the intangible heritage and local creative industry. This is the newest kind of destination fusing heritage, education, and responsible retail.<\/p>\n

Address:\u00a0Gen Luna St Cor Sta Clara St Fort Santiago Intramuros, Manila<\/span><\/span>
\nBusiness hours:\u00a09 a.m. to\u00a06 p.m. (Tues to Sun)
\nFacebook:\u00a0facebook.com\/manilacollectible<\/a><\/p>\n

La Local<\/h3>\n

\"\"This is truly an IG-worthy store \/ IMAGE La Local<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Although newly-opened,\u00a0La Local<\/strong>\u00a0is starting strong as a one-stop shop for locally made products, from eco-friendly items to craft bags and art. They are currently looking for more brands as partners so expect something new as they grow in the future. Plus, they have food stalls selling famous local refreshments and in-store snacks.<\/p>\n

Address: G\/F The One, Torre de Santo Tomas, Sampaloc, Manila
\nBusiness hours:\u00a011 a.m. to\u00a09 p.m.
\nFacebook:\u00a0facebook.com\/lalocal.ph<\/a><\/p>\n

Kultura Filipino<\/h3>\n

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Even the biggest mall chain in the Philippines supports local designers and craftsmen that they have created a separate branch store,\u00a0Kultura Filipino<\/strong>. Inside is like a small department store in itself complete with clothes, souvenir items, food, arts, and jewelry\u2014all from local brands.<\/p>\n

With multiple SM malls all over the country, the store helps small to medium brands reach customers nationwide. This in turn indirectly supports the local communities and heritages that the small brands employ to create amazing products and designs.<\/p>\n

Also read:\u00a0Lakan: An Award-Winning Coconut Liquor<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Address:\u00a0Select SM Stores
\nWebsite:\u00a0KulturaFilipino.com<\/a>
\nFacebook:\u00a0facebook.com\/KulturaPH<\/a><\/p>\n

Go Lokal!<\/h3>\n

\"\"As a government project, the local brands get to be featured in big events such as the last ASEAN Summit \/ IMAGE Go Local!<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

An initiative by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI),\u00a0Go Lokal!<\/strong>\u00a0has been popping up in malls nationwide including SM Malls, Ayala Malls, and Robinsons Department Store.\u00a0To date, Go Lokal! has assisted 478 MSMEs spread out in 114 Go Lokal.<\/p>\n

Go Lokal! is not just about going local. It is about being multi-local\u2014the appreciation of Philippine traditions, patterns, colors and style that may be local to Filipinos, but exotic to others. They are a free marketing avenue provided to local brands and sellers.<\/p>\n

Address:\u00a0G\/F, Trade and Industry Building, 361 Sen. Gil J. Puyat Ave, Makati
\nBusiness hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Mon to Fri),\u00a09 a.m. to\u00a05 p.m. (Sat), Closed on Sundays
\nWebsite:\u00a0golokal.dti.gov.ph<\/a>
\nFacebook:\u00a0facebook.com\/DTI.GoLokal<\/a><\/p>\n

Ritual<\/h3>\n

\"\"Ritual store in Makati City \/ IMAGE Ritual<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

This coffee joint and general store in Makati is home to local, eco-friendly, and organic produce. Run by dedicated advocates of sustainability since 2010,\u00a0Ritual\u00a0<\/b>offers locally-sourced organic market products in plastic-free containers such as\u00a0coffee, cacao, snacks, drinks,\u00a0essential oils, balms, and salves.<\/p>\n

Address: 2F Languages Internationale Building, 926 Arnaiz Avenue, Makati City
\nBusiness hours: 11\u00a0a.m. to 8 p.m. (Tues to Sat)
\nWebsite:\u00a0ritualph.myshopify.com<\/a>
\nFacebook:\u00a0facebook.com\/ritualph<\/a><\/p>\n

Did you find anything that you’d love to bring home? Which store will you visit soon? Tell us in the comments below!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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