Manila just got a taste of royalty with the arrival of Paldo, the first Korean fine dining restaurant in the Philippines, now open at SM Podium. Known for its curated mix of premium dining and experimental concepts, SM Podium is the perfect setting for Paldo’s fresh yet traditional take on Korean cuisine. Owned and brought to life by Ryan Bang, the restaurant delivers a dining experience that’s both casual and refined.
In life, there is always more to be had. New possibilities to explore, new experiences to enjoy, discoveries to love!—the best of living is always right around the corner.
Home is comfortable. But with nothing new to try and experience, home can feel ordinary. With SM Supermalls, your everyday life never gets dull! From first-in-the-Philippines dining experiences to new and excitingly fresh shopping destinations, SM Supermalls elevates your everyday adventure by bringing local excellence and world-class sensations closer to you. Whether you’re craving to try out international flavors, aiming to discover rising local gems, or wanting to immerse yourself in cutting-edge lifestyle trends, SM Supermalls is your ultimate home to many exciting firsts.
Looking for the perfect way to celebrate the special woman in your life this Mother’s Day? Look no further than SM Mall of Asia (MOA) Complex, where a diverse and exceptional array of dining options truly awaits! From May 2 to 19, 2025, while the mall transforms into The Grand MOA Hotel offering a luxurious experience, the heart of the celebration lies in treating Mom to a meal she’ll absolutely cherish.
The glow of a wood-fired oven, the scent of slow-cooked sauces, and the comfort of a well-prepared meal—Osteria Antica brings bold Italian flavors to Podium Social at SM Podium. With its warm ambiance, the restaurant stays true to traditional recipes, using fresh, high-quality ingredients with a modern flair.
The Philippines is at a critical juncture in its expansion into a thriving digital economy. With an increasing demand for connectivity, the country confronts a lack of digital infrastructure for essential financial services. Filipinos continue to face barriers to financial inclusion, where gender parity issues exist, and a significant segment of the population remains unbanked or underserved by traditional financial institutions.
SM Supermalls has partnered with the Autism Society Philippines (ASP) to create work opportunities for individuals on the autism spectrum and help them succeed in the retail industry. This collaboration reflects SM’s enduring commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion across its operations. This newly inked partnership builds on that legacy, ensuring more meaningful, sustainable roles for talents on the spectrum within the SM ecosystem. SM Markets pioneered autism-inclusive hiring back in 2016.
Herbalife, a premier health and wellness company, community and platform, today released findings from its Asia Pacific Direct Selling Survey. The survey findings for the Philippines revealed a high level of understanding around direct selling with 9 in 10 (95%) respondents correctly identifying “direct selling as a method of selling goods or services directly to a consumer, through personal contact without the need for a permanent retail premise”. Philippines has the highest understandings of direct selling compared to other countries in Asia Pacific (APAC).
Manulife Philippines, the local arm of the leading international financial services provider Manulife, has been named one of the country’s Trusted Brands for 2025, winning a Gold Award in the Life Insurance category. This marks the fifth time since 2017 that Manulife has received the honor from Reader’s Digest.
GCash—the Philippines’ leading finance super app and largest cashless ecosystem—reiterates its commitment to accelerate action, accelerate inclusion to advance women’s economic empowerment through tech and innovation.