Lio Shops: Usbong – A Ten Knots Social Enterprise in El Nido
Then Knots Group is honored to join forces with regional entrepreneurs through its social enterprise incubator, Usbong. For shopping in El Nido, visitors should check out totes with totes sporting local birds and flora of Palawan by Sunday Patrimonio. Clothing from Ara Pilak is a popular choice, another local Palawan vendor with the vision of lower carbon footprints through the use of upcycled fabrics such as rice and flour sacks.
Foodies will particularly like local food company ANGKAT PALAWAN, which highlights local delicacies with seafood. Check them out in Sitio Uno and at their booth at Lio Beach.
Connect with Usbong through their Instagram account.
Yoga Tayo: A Blend of Wellness and Local Retail in El Nido
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Beyond yoga sessions and healthy food, Yoga Tayo’s has a retail section filled with local products. Balms and sprays for sun and insect protection are displayed by the brand Amihan. The perfect durable beach bags by Fren, stylish handcrafted luxury leisurewear by Rafikimono, and boho chic wear from Asana PH. Getting even more local, they’re stocked with Tao Kalahi Foundation’s virgin coconut oil and fragrant soaps.
Connect with Yoga Tayo through their Instagram account.
Kaingud: Handcrafted Artistry and Sustainable Shopping in El Nido
Kaingud is a local retail shop located in El Nido, Palawan, Philippines, and owned by husband-and-wife team Pagasa and Nuno. Kaingud aims at creating functional art from found objects, handcrafted pieces, and salvaged items. They offers unique and exceptional pieces that are perfect for anyone looking for something special.
At Kaingud, all items are handcrafted on-site with love, care, passion, and dedication to ensure quality and uniqueness. Every piece is carefully crafted from recycled bits of junk and found objects. These were salvaged from their environment or given by friends. Kaingud also works with vintage items found in local thrift shops to add a touch of nostalgia to their creations.
As passionate advocates of sustainability, the handcrafted pieces at Kaingud provide beautiful decor and help sustain a clean and happy environment in El Nido.
The name “Ka Likha” (Soul Creation) is inspired by the Ancient Egyptian word “Ka,” meaning soul, as well as the Filipino term “Kaingud,” a Hiligaynon word meaning companion. It speaks to the philosophy behind this sho. Each handcrafted piece created reflects the soul of its creator and has been made with purpose and intent.
For those traveling with kids, check out the bamboo play structure created at the Earth School in Kalye Artisano by Pagasa and Nuno.
Aside from handcrafted pieces for home decorating purposes, Kaingud also produces jewelry such as earrings made from sea glass or piercings made from recycled materials like wood beads. From intricate wall hangings to delicate trinkets, pop in to see the in-between.
Connect with Kaingud through their website, Instagram account, or their mobile number +63 926 741 9640.
