FEATURE
in Philippine Primer Magazine

Explore what's hot in the Philippines with our guide to go-to places, must-try activities, mouthwatering local and international cuisine, as well as the best the country has to offer during your stay.

Chinatown x Divisoria: Good Luck, Grub, and Bang for the Buck this New Year 2020
January 2020

Chinatown x Divisoria: Good Luck, Grub, and Bang for the Buck this New Year 2020

In this month's feature, we explore the streets of Chinatown and head for a shopping galore to Divisoria!
Tagaytay: A Wonder Rediscovered
January 2021

Tagaytay: A Wonder Rediscovered

Tagaytay is known as a viewing point of Taal Volcano and Lake, a scenery highly coveted for its therapeutic wonder- just looking at it makes you feel relaxed and inspired. To get closer to the volcano, Tagaytay also serves as a jump-off point to Talisay Bay, where boats wait to take visitors to the volcano […]
Ultimate Guide to Legazpi Village
May 2021

Ultimate Guide to Legazpi Village

The relaxed neighborhood that resides in the leisurely setting of Legazpi Village is a quintessential community where time appears to slow down despite the fast-paced comings and goings of Makati Central Business District. The village’s easygoing vibe attracts a lot of young professionals, businessmen, foodies, and expats who seek solace in the urban community. With […]
Okada Manila: The Ultimate Entertainment Destination in PH
July 2023

Okada Manila: The Ultimate Entertainment Destination in PH

Gleaming golden among the towering skyscrapers in the rising Entertainment City Philippines, Okada Manila has become the symbol of world-class dining and relaxation in the country.
Silang, Cavite: Tagaytay’s Underrated Neighbor
March 2021

Silang, Cavite: Tagaytay’s Underrated Neighbor

Often overlooked by those going to Tagaytay, Silang is a hidden gem filled with underrated tourist attractions and great restaurants.
Bay City: The City of Beautiful of Sunsets
October 2019

Bay City: The City of Beautiful of Sunsets

Encompassing the stretch of Manila Bay where the most prominent establishments stand tall, such as Okada Manila, SM Mall of Asia, and Cultural Center of the Philippines, Bay City is teeming with people and traffic whatever time of the day. And because of this, without stopping, buildings after buildings are perched on the city’s soil. […]
Your Daily Bread Guide: Gourmet Bread Shops in Metro Manila
October 2019

Your Daily Bread Guide: Gourmet Bread Shops in Metro Manila

Here are 30 gourmet bread shops in Metro Manila that you should definitely try!
Quezon City: Dream City of the North
September 2019

Quezon City: Dream City of the North

The nature spots of Quezon City are deemed vital as the lungs of the city, pumping fresh air and providing people with places to breathe and rid of the toxicity of city life once in a while.  Long before it became a highly-urbanized city, Quezon City was composed of small individual towns designed to replace Manila as […]
The Good Chop Guide: Pork Dishes in Metro Manila
September 2019

The Good Chop Guide: Pork Dishes in Metro Manila

And on today’s menu: a multitude of pork dishes that will not only excite your taste buds but also take you around the world. Get a glimpse of the world’s cuisines, from east to west, and how each country cooks up one of the best-loved meats in the world. Western Cuisine Western cuisine is the […]
Batanes: Heaven’s Beloved
September 2019

Batanes: Heaven’s Beloved

Mystery blankets this northernmost Philippine province as it detaches itself from the modern world, as if the many storms that have shaped it were sent by the heavens to protect its beloved land. While the rest of the world constantly changes, Batanes is left unbothered, moving slowly at its own pace—steered by its keepers who […]
Little Tokyo in Makati: Dining In and Around
September 2019

Little Tokyo in Makati: Dining In and Around

Japanese communities outside of Japan are commonly called Japantown, serving as a piece of refuge for the Japanese yearning for home. Some of them are also named J-Town, Little Tokyo, and Nihonmachi. In the Philippines, there are six known Japanese communities, which are in Manila, Makati, Iloilo, Cebu, Davao, and Mandaue; and the one in […]
Begin Banaue: Rice Terraces and Beyond
September 2019

Begin Banaue: Rice Terraces and Beyond

The rice terraces are the face of Banaue. These are the iconic landscapes that have earned not only Banaue but also the Cordillera region global recognition for its awe-inspiring beauty. There are five clusters of rice terraces in Ifugao province recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 1995. And Banaue proudly harbors two of them: […]
Makati Lunch Guide: Lunch Spots for Makati Professionals
August 2019

Makati Lunch Guide: Lunch Spots for Makati Professionals

The image of the bustling Makati Central Business District takes color at broad daylight, when workers marathon along the streets to reach their office buildings. Some are able to grab a quick breakfast, but for others, a hot cup of coffee barely makes up for it. This is why for most businessmen and office workers, […]
The New Boracay: Freshness of a Reawakened Tropical Paradise
September 2019

The New Boracay: Freshness of a Reawakened Tropical Paradise

Boracay Island is one of the Philippines’ own jewels, located in Western Visayas. Shaped like a sand shovel, its form is a fitting image to the island’s pristine, fine White Sand Beach. While Boracay is yet to be fully reawakened from its recent restoration, remnants of new constructions may still be seen. Nevertheless, the island […]
Alabang: The South’s Amicable Community
September 2019

Alabang: The South’s Amicable Community

Perhaps hearing the word Alabang would spark different images, either of a big urban city or a quaint town of greeneries. But if you know Alabang like a real Southerner, you’d know it’s both. This busy central business district of Muntinlupa can still provide everyone avenues to unwind and feel refreshed every now and then. […]
Bohol: Balm for the Soul
June 2019

Bohol: Balm for the Soul

Bohol has long been known, foremost, for one of nature’s most wondrous creations, the Chocolate Hills which can be found in the mainland. While this remains to give identity to Bohol, the island holds even greater wonders for the adventurous soul– for Bohol’s hidden charm lies in its forests that hold a breath of stillness, […]
Mckinley Hill: A Taste of Europe in the Metro
September 2019

Mckinley Hill: A Taste of Europe in the Metro

  Mckinley Hill is a European-inspired lifestyle community that is home to an array of leisure spots and communities such as sophisticated residences, international schools and colleges, chic restaurants, shopping centers, and romantic hangouts. This 50-hectare development in Fort Bonifacio brings in a piece of romantic cities in Italy and Spain with its elegant Mediterranean-inspired landscape […]
Ilocos Norte: A Kaleidoscope of Nature and History
July 2019

Ilocos Norte: A Kaleidoscope of Nature and History

Sharing the soulful, historic land that was once Provincia de Ilocos with Ilocos Sur to the south, Ilocos Norte promises a beautiful medley of man-made and natural wonders. Its history is tinted with revolts and political conflicts during the Spanish colonization, while its cultural heritage is painted with Hispanic influences, manifested in the enduring stone […]
Passion-Forward: Bonifacio Global City
September 2019

Passion-Forward: Bonifacio Global City

This feature serves as your guide to Bonifacio Global City (BGC) in the Philippines.
Central Japan: The Soul of the Rising Sun
April 2019

Central Japan: The Soul of the Rising Sun

It is often the impression that Tokyo is in the center of Japan. As Japan’s political and financial center, Tokyo can be likened to the human heart, a vital organ that pumps life to the body. Geographically, however, Japan’s capital is not in the center. The central region of Japan is called Chubu, an area […]
JAPAN TRAVEL: Kagoshima — ‘The Naples of the East’ in Japan
July 2019

JAPAN TRAVEL: Kagoshima — ‘The Naples of the East’ in Japan

As part of our journey to unearth Japan’s endless discoveries, we found ourselves in the middle of Kagoshima, a far-fetched prefecture in the Kyushu island of Southern Japan. Although less frequented by tourists, Kagoshima emerges as a much-needed respite away from Japan’s tourist-laden cities. Dubbed as the “Naples of the East,” it will make you […]
Good School Guide for Expats
May 2019

Good School Guide for Expats

Choosing to move to a foreign country is already difficult enough, but there are more decisions to make after moving in, especially if there are children to consider. Luckily, the Philippines is not short of institutions offering quality education both for local and foreign students. In fact, a good mix of local, private, and international […]
JAPAN SPECIAL: Kumamoto — Reflection of Japan’s Rich Culture & History
July 2019

JAPAN SPECIAL: Kumamoto — Reflection of Japan’s Rich Culture & History

Japan’s endless discoveries don’t just revolve around its metropolitan cities. It includes the off-the-beaten paths, hole-in-the-wall eateries, and unfamiliar cultures. In our pursuit of seeing more of Japan, we traveled down south to see what it has to offer. Kyushu, a region in the southwest end of Japan, has a handful of explorations that we […]
Salcedo Village: Makati’s Charming Village
May 2019

Salcedo Village: Makati’s Charming Village

  Salcedo Village is one of the villages constituting Barangay Bel-Air, established in the late 1950s as a commercial and residential community. The village is said to have been named after Juan and Felipe de Salcedo, Spaniards who were part of the Lopez de Legazpi expedition to the Philippines in the 16th century Surrounded by […]