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Four shining stars of 2023
News, Published on 15/03/2023
» To mark International Women's Day this month, extraordinary women from a wide range of fields who have inspired change in their communities through the pursuit of excellence have been named the Bangkok Post's Women of the Year.
Made in Thailand
Guru, Published on 05/07/2019
» To say that Thailand has been getting global recognition lately may be a bit of an understatement. After all, it's not a secret that it's a famous tourist destination with plenty of beautiful beaches and street food that's been topping lists for years now. Of course, these are only just a few things Thailand is well-known for but we don't really have the time to get into all of that (*cough* rigged election *cough*). However, people from the outside may have a narrow view of what Thailand and its culture really is, but fortunately, there are things that help put a spotlight on these things. The next instalment of the Fast and Furious franchise is filming right now in parts of Thailand, including Krabi where its governor stated that the film would be a "great advertisement for the nature, culture and history of the kingdom". Erm sure, that's what the Fast and Furious franchise is all about anyway. While the film will most likely be more about cars zoom-zooming and vroom-vrooming, there are a number of shows on TV that give a better focus on Thai culture. Here are a few.
It's all in the stars
Life, Vanniya Sriangura, Published on 08/12/2017
» Months of kitchen rumours, speculations from experts and chef anxieties are finally over.
A Michelin-starred celebration
Life, Published on 17/02/2017
» On March 1-2, Fireplace Grill and Bar at the InterContinental Bangkok will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a culinary showcase by French master Jean-Marc Banzo, former chef-owner of two Michelin-starred restaurants: Le Clos de la Violette in Aix-en-Provence and Villa Madie in Cassis.
Equity mutual funds, pad thai and your financial future
Business, Published on 16/02/2015
» You have a craving for pad thai. Do you (a) make a trip to Or Tor Kor market to acquire the necessary 15 or so ingredients (rice noodles, roasted peanuts, dried shrimp, etc) and expertly fire up the wok at home, or do you (b) swing by your neighbourhood pad thai vendor? If you're as good a chef as me, the answer is b.
Food from the heavens
Life, Vanniya Sriangura, Published on 02/01/2015
» December 2014 marked an exceptional milestone for Thailand's gastronomic scene as it's the first time the country's capital has enjoyed the high-profile presence of three Michelin-starred establishments.
Meet the chefs
Life, Prapai Kraisornkovit, Published on 26/09/2014
» Bangkok gourmands will have a chance to experience another impressive epicurean showcase hosted by the five-star St. Regis Bangkok next month.