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| SM Center San Pedro, SM Supermalls' fourth mall in the province of Laguna (Image Source: SM Supermalls) |
SM Prime Holdings Inc., one of the biggest shopping mall operators in the Philippines and Southeast Asia, officially opened the doors of SM Center San Pedro last October 13, 2023 and of SM City Yangzhou in China last September 8, 2023, bringing the unconventional charm of SM Supermalls' brand of shopping experience to mallers and shoppers in the Philippines and China. SM Center San Pedro is the fourth SM mall in the province of Laguna joining SM City Santa Rosa, SM City Calamba and SM City San Pablo which serves as a unifying force within the community of United Bayanihan in the City of San Pedro while SM City Yangzhou, located in a famous historical city with profound cultural significance, is SM's latest addition in its portfolio of SM Supermalls in China which SM City Xiamen, SM City Jinjiang, SM City Chengdu, SM City Suzhou, SM City Chongqing, SM City Zibo, and SM City Tianjin.
The Instagram-worthy SM Center San Pedro is set to bring smiles and create lasting memories for San Pedrenses with its colorful murals, immersive installations, and an aweSM activity center infusing with natural daylight. Happiness starts with a big mascot installation that greets every shopper as they enter. Located at the top of San Pedro, Laguna’s Upper Village, it caters to leisure and fashion aficionados with its superb retail collection including brands like Bench, Penshoppe, OXGN, and Regatta. Complete your chic and fab look with Simply Shoes and Alberto. The cutest gifts, best-buy school and office supplies are waiting at Miniso and National Book Store. A haven for tech enthusiasts, SM Cyberzone offers guaranteed best brands of gadgets, computers, consoles, and tech accessories. SM Center San Pedro is also home to the familiar Filipino restaurants we love, as well as local food stops that are sure to satisfy your cravings. Malia’s, a home-grown café, is set to become the newest spot for family gatherings and friendly dates. If you’re looking for good coffee paired with mouth-watering cakes and pastries, After Tree is for you. Your Daily Bread has delectable bread, pasta, and hot meals. Japanese food lovers will surely flock to Botejyu. Other restaurants and food kiosks include Coco, Yogorino, Pickup Coffee, Jollibee, Chowking, Dunkin’ Donuts, Sweet Claire Patisseries, The HubStop, Zark’s Burgers, Gong Cha, and Mang Inasal. Located on the lower ground is the SM Foodcourt, perfect for foodies with its choice of local and international flavors. There is Ben’s Halo-Halo, Sizzling Plate, Takoyadon, Angkol’s Pungko Pungko, Turks, Pepa Wings, Mr. Kimbob, Master Siomai, Fruitas House of Desserts, and Potato Corner. Indeed, SM San Pedro Food Court is a hub and melting pot of flavors, perfect for foodies looking for delightful choices of local and international cuisine.
Get your staples at SM Hypermarket, your home needs at SM Appliance Center and ACE Hardware, and toiletries and beauty supplies at Watsons. Banco de Oro (BDO) Unibank Inc., is open to make ways for San Pedrenses’ banking needs. SM Center San Pedro actively supports the SM Green Movement, providing sustainable options for its shoppers. Mall-goers can now charge their Electric Vehicles (EV) at the designated EV charging station in the mall basement parking. SM Center San Pedro is dedicated to environmental and sustainability programs through its architectural design, highlighting natural lighting and green spaces as well as the use of Low-Emissivity (Low-E) glass for windows and skylights. It has a water treatment plant and uses Light-Emitting Diode (LED) light fixtures for more efficient water and energy consumption. The mall’s car park has an eco-friendly Electric Vehicle (EV) charging station to reduce carbon footprint. For bike-riding customers, SM Center San Pedro provides a safe and convenient experience with dedicated bike parking slots, lanes, as well as bike repair stands and tools. San Pedro City is one of the most progressive cities in the country, achieving considerable success through sound governance and urban dynamism. SM Center San Pedro, a 23,000 sqm. shopping mall, is proud to serve the vibrant community of San Pedro and is helping to provide job opportunities as well as be the city’s gathering place and family hub. From its mall design to the many shopping and dining options that it houses, SM Center San Pedro aims to serve the community of San Pedro, its neighboring towns, and be another beacon of celebration for the Filipino families in the South.
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| SM City Yangzhou, SM Supermalls' eighth mall in China (Image Source: SM Supermalls) |
SM City Yangzhou, on the other hand, spans 230,000 square meters and offers new and experiential concepts, including an indoor basketball gym, wall climbing, a stand-up comedy bar, space-themed Karaoke Television (KTV), an art gallery, and soon-to-open IMAX theatre and a snow skiing concept. The new mall caters to various trends popular to the younger generation, such as green consciousness, art and culture appreciation, sports entertainment, and pets economy. It features several Instagrammable pop-ups, interactive art spaces, two intellectual property exhibitions, and a Central Alley, an al fresco strip at the heart of the mall with a fluorescent waterfall in the middle. The mall also houses 12 first-entry brands that bring innovation and diverse experiences to Yangzhou..Brands such as Wowcolour, KKV, Starbeni, Nobody’s Comedy, among others, have become popular destination stops for young customers. “SM City Yangzhou is more than just a mall; it is a testament to our commitment to providing unparalleled shopping and leisure experiences to our valued Chinese customers,” said SM Supermalls President Steven Tan.
