July 2019

Primer Goes to Baguio: The Creative City

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    Baguio City has been known by two names: the City of Pines and the Summer Capital of the Philippines. It is cooler than most other cities in the country, making it perfect for pine trees to thrive in this cool paradise. In 2017, it has taken on another prestigious name: a UNESCO Creative City.

    Today, Baguio City is known for its burgeoning arts scene, its rising food hubs (Session Road and South Drive), and the ever-popular Panagbenga Festival, which all keep the city’s cultural and creative spirit alive. Its young population keeps the city vibe fresh, and the cool mountain breeze helps people keep a relatively more relaxed schedule compared to Metro Manila.

    With the recent development of Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX), a trip to Baguio has gone down from 8 to 9 hours to as little as 4 hours if you’re driving or 6 hours if commuting by bus. Roads to Baguio are steep and will be a challenge for inexperienced drivers, which is why we recommend taking a bus. There are two bus companies that serve Baguio: Joybus (operated by Genesis Transport) and Victory Liner, both with schedules that span the day.

    Join Philippine Primer as we explore one of the latest additions to UNESCO’s Creative Cities: Baguio City.

    Where to Go in Baguio City

    Baguio Museum: Home of Baguio’s Cultural and Historical Heritage
    Baguio Museum stands for, upholds, and embodies the cultural and historical heritage of Baguio City.
    Burnham Park in Baguio City: Most Welcoming Place in the City
    Burnham Park is probably the most welcoming place in Baguio, a place where different types of people go to relax, have fun, and bond with friends.
    Baguio City Market
    An overnight trip to Baguio calls for some shopping of food, clothes, and souvenirs especially for tourists. Fortunately, there’s a way to save more time and effort for other outdoor activities as all of these items can be found in one place—at the Baguio City Market, located in the heart of Baguio city. Bright red […]

    Where to Eat in Baguio City

    The Outlook Steak and Grill in Baguio City
    Comfort food is called comfort food for a reason, and The Outlook Steak & Grill makes it so you will feel comfortable while eating their food.
    Roadhouse Barn in Baguio City: Where Chicken & Steaks Rule
    At first glance, you can easily presume that Roadhouse Barn’s specialty is anything chicken—that’s only half correct.
    Farmer’s Daughter Restaurant in Baguio City
    Savor true Cordilleran cooking in the outskirts of Baguio City at Farmer’s Daughter Restaurant!
    Mario’s Restaurant in Baguio
    Classics never truly fade, and Mario's is one of those classics that is still relevant. They are still the prime choice for Baguio's businessmen and tourists.
    Canto In Baguio City: ‘Feel Baguio’ In This Homegrown Food Joint
    A brand new Canto was opened in the current location on Kisad Road, just across Burnham Park, in June 2017.
    Café by Ruins Dua: A Fusion of Food and Art in Baguio City
    Aside from being known with its cold weather and beautiful landscape, Baguio is also notable with their foods and love for arts. Here in Baguio, we found a special place where food and art is under one home — Café by Ruins Dua Café by Ruins Dua’s Interior Café by Ruins Dua came from the concept […]
    Hill Station in Baguio City: Culinary tribute to Baguio’s history
    Let yourself have a spoonful of Baguio's history and take your taste buds back in time with the flavors of Asia's hill stations.
    Baguio Craft Brewery in Baguio City: Filipino roots, world-class standards
    From six beers on tap to over 70 beers of various profiles.
    Le Chef at The Manor
    If you’re craving for some French cuisine in Baguio, check out this restaurant! Le Chef is a restaurant located at an exquisite hotel called The Manor inside Camp John Hay. It is regarded as one of the best fine dining restaurants in the city. Chef Billy King has been providing French dishes for 17 years […]
    Amare La Cucina in Baguio City
    Cold weather and pizza normally do not mix, unless said pizza is hot off a brick oven. Baguio is a place with cold weather, so people would naturally want fresh pizza. This is where Amare La Cucina comes in. UNA PIZZA. Check out this Italian resto in Baguio that serves brick fire oven pizzas. Amare […]
    Choco Latte de Batirol
    Hot chocolate and cold weather are the perfect mix. For the people of Baguio, there’s one place that always keeps them coming for a Filipino classic: Choco-Late’ de Batirol.
    Chaya in Baguio City: Enjoy Japanese Specialties in a Country Home
    This is the best place to enjoy authentic and healthful Japanese dishes in Baguio City!

    Where to Stay in Baguio City

    The Forest Lodge at Camp John Hay
    It was once called The Suites at Camp John Hay because The Manor didn't have room for suites.
    Grand Sierra Pines Baguio: Re-imagine the City of Pines
    If you’ve ever wanted to reimagine your Baguio experience, then Grand Sierra Pines Baguio is the place for you. Located towards the northern part of Gibraltar, Grand Sierra Pines is a modern hotel that gives you everything you love about Baguio (cool mountain breeze, great scenery, wonderful people) with a twist. GRAND SIERRA PINES. You […]
    Le Monet Hotel in Baguio City: A place of elegance, grace and comfort
    Le Monet is a boutique hotel, standing beautifully in the heart of Camp John Hay, that embodies elegance, grace, and comfort.
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