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Thainess Three Ways
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 17/01/2020
» Three budding Thai artists — Terdtanwa Kanama, Teerapon Sisung and Subannakrit Krikum — are having a group exhibition titled "Neo THAiiSM" at Joyman Gallery until the end of February. Each presents what does Thaiism means in their own way, resulting in a show that features a diverse range of works and techniques. We talked to the three 20-something Silpakorn alumni about their latest exhibition.
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Luncheon on the 76th Floor
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 25/10/2019
» Making waves as Thailand's highest restaurant and bar with its dinner service since July, Mahanakhon Bangkok Skybar is now ready for lunch, offering a two or three-course menu. At the starting price of B850, you can choose either a starter-and-main combo or a main-and-dessert combo. Or go all out with a three-course menu for B1,200. Regardless of how you choose to lunch, your choice of coffee or tea, the classy and eclectic decor and the breathtaking view from the 76th floor are included with the price.
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The other three Rs
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 04/10/2019
» Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa is a piece of tropical paradise truly realised. With its spacious villas, beach-side location, private and untouched beach, several F&B outlets, a spa, lush surroundings and various on-site activities, it has all the ingredients to make you want for nothing during your stay here.
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Letter to Santa for Thais
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 20/12/2019
» Your year-end schedule is probably pretty hectic, trying to get everything done so you can have a worry-free break during Christmas and New Year. You may be so busy that you may forget to write the annual letter to Santa Claus (indulge me, readers). To make it easy for you, I have created a template that you can fill in to secure your gift at the last minute, despite having being naughty or nice. Don't forget to send it to SantaClaus@NorthPoleMail.com when you're done. Merry Xmas, everyone!
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Help the Overlooked
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 29/01/2021
» The ongoing spread of Covid-19 has brought to light the many groups of people who are struggling during these trying times and may need a little help. However, there may be a few other groups that perhaps may get overlooked. Here are three of them that you can help with.
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Emojis for 2021
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 05/03/2021
» If Clubhouse isn't enough to make Samsung fanboys considering abandoning Android for iOS, a new set of emojis may. It has been recently reported that iPhone users can look forwards to 217 new emojis that they can use to expand their emojinication (emoji + communication) with. These new ideogrammatic icons include a revamped version of the syringe icon to be bloodless to go with 2021 as the year of Covid-19 vaccination, obvi. The normal black headphone icon will turn white and look like Apple AirPods Max. Three new smileys. Two new hearts. A bunch of bearded men/women in different skin tones (Because why not?). And multiple pairs of couples with a mix of skin tones for interracial lovebirds.
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Street art in Samui
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 13/12/2019
» You can now add a photo-taking spree to your Samui itinerary. Central Festival Samui, in co-operation with TAT and various partners, is hosting a mini street art fest for the inaugural edition of "Samui, The Island of Happiness" campaign until January. Six noted artists -- three Thais and three foreigners -- have adorned six landmarks on Samui so tourists and locals can add cool shots to their IG feeds. I checked in at all of them to give you a gist.
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Reaching for the stars
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 19/04/2019
» Bruno Menard, former executive chef at Restaurant L'Osier, Tokyo, which received three Michelin stars under his helm, recently visited Pimalai Resort & Spa, Krabi, to create a sublime four-course dinner, as part of the resort's Gastronomy Journey. This was the second time the world renowned French chef and MasterChef Asia judge created special dinner for Pimalai and this collaboration will become an annual event onwards. We simply couldn't refuse an opportunity to chat with him.
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Subject(s) (That) Matter
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 24/01/2020
» Two things that recently happened made me wonder about the definition of education in Thailand. First, a uni professor in Phitsanulok drafted a new course called "My Beloved Country" but the board rejected it, saying its purpose isn't in line with that of a general education course. The professor said his subject encourages students to "understand and appreciate their own values, as well as values of others, society, culture and nature". It sounds fine and dandy until you see his list of 18 guest lecturers consisting of controversial figures, some of whom are seen as aligning themselves with the government. So, if you disagree with them, would you be considered disloyal to Thailand or something? Second, Bangkok Governor Aswin Kwanmuang ordered all schools under BMA to have their students sing the royal anthem after they sing the national anthem before classes every morning to remind them of Thailand's three pillars -- nation, religion and monarchy -- which I humbly think the kids are reminded of plenty already.
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Uniquely Thai Logic
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 17/01/2020
» A school in Pathum Thani was recently exposed for having the controversial policy of gauging the loudness of students singing the national anthem. They were so serious about it that they divided the students into three categories, based on how loud they are: green, yellow and red. If a student is given green, then they pass. Yellow means they have to sing it twice. Red means they have to sing it thrice. WTF, you ask? This idea is supposed to measure how much students love Thailand. The louder they sing, the more patriotic they are. Simple logic. Of course, the school scrapped this unnecessary practice after receiving overwhelmingly negative feedback from the public. Simple logic, too.
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