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Where a good time is prime
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 29/06/2018
» Different resorts are suitable for different things. On the Phuket holidaying circuit, one of the most prevalent names you're likely to come across steadily is Sri Panwa, the pool villa spectacularly managed by the Issara clan. Its photogenic rooftop bar, Baba Nest, is packed with beautiful socialites that will flood your social-media feed all year round. However, there's another Baba that's also generating some buzz, and it's certainly well suited to those who would rather dance the night away than flex for the 'Gram.
What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 02/06/2018
» 1. Missed last year’s "The Doraemon Exhibition Tokyo 2017"? No need for tears, as basics giant Uniqlo is bringing one of the designs that was showcased during the exhibition into their stores. Twenty-eight leading Japanese artists were invited to create artworks featuring Doraemon, and Uniqlo is bringing the work of one of the most popular and recognised artists to your closet. Everybody’s favourite robot cat gets floral treatment like you’ve never seen before by everybody’s favourite flowery artist Takashi Murakami. A total of 15 tees will be featuring Doraemon with a splash of Murakami flowers in all colours of the rainbow. There will be a plush toy in the same Murakami style too, but for the traditionalists, check out the line of tees using graphics from the original comics. Available in Uniqlo stores and online at uniqlo.com/th.
What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 14/04/2018
» 1. There's fun for the whole family this Songkran at Megabangna's Mega Splash ... Mega Lanna Happiness. The mall will turn into the ancient Kingdom of Lanna and will be extravagantly decorated with flags and lanterns. Activities at the Sook Jai Zone will feature Lanna-style performances such as Jeng dance, a northern elegant but exhilarating dance that has roots in martial arts. At the Sard Sanook Zone, splash away all the heat at the mobile water park, which will be equipped with a giant water slide and water tunnel. For some retro fun, there will also be a traditional temple fair, with all its old-fashioned ice pops, sugar candy sculptures, shooting galleries and dunk tank girls. Celebrate the festivities at Megabangna from 10am-7pm until tomorrow.
The Japanese master
Muse, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 09/12/2017
» Just because you're outside of the capital doesn't mean you can't enjoy star-studded dining too. Last month, InterContinental Hua Hin Resort kicked off their series of world-class dining events by bringing in two-Michelin-starred chef Takagi Kazuo, of Kyoto Cuisine Takagi, for a special traditional menu paired with sake. The master of a rare Kyoto cuisine, or "Kyo-ryori", presented a feast that looked like a gorgeous picture of autumn on a plate -- using Tasmanian sea's salmon, abalone, scallops from Hokkaido and hand-picked autumn leaves straight from Kyoto. Showcasing the beauty of Japan's former capital, the beautifully-plated dishes were not a replica of his menus served back in Japan, but a tweaked version that was adapted to suit Thai culture and style. Befitting this grand occasion, the meal was served at La Residence, the hotel's colonial jewel. Before he jetted off to the next fancy dinner he was cooking, we had a quick chat with the chef about Kyoto cuisine and his work ideals.
A touch of class
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 26/05/2017
» We all have problems, but your super red arowana aquarium fish being too drowsy to entertain your house guests because it just returned from getting a facelift or being locked out of inheriting a 64 acre palatial estate in the heart of Singapore would surely only qualify as "rich people problems".
A place at the table
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 26/05/2017
» These days, there is no shortage of pointers that can direct you to the right eatery should your stomach start rumbling at whichever hour. Food pictures deluge the internet thanks to the torrent of food bloggers who make a living from "reviewing" restaurants and cafés.
All the way around
Muse, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 18/03/2017
» It is hardly a surprise that despite being among the 10 most expensive marathons in the world, the Kyoto Marathon is the eighth-most-registered. Perhaps the picturesque mountains, free strawberries from spectators and smiling monks lend a hand. With 16,000 runners from around the world landing in this old capital and another 15,000 volunteers all along the 42km route, it's an event of a grand scale that sees the whole city on shutdown with people coming together to revitalise Kyoto through sport, especially since the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011. After its devastating impact, the annual running competition has been the city's global promotion strategy to present the wonders and green environment of Kyoto to the world -- all in a most organised and orderly manner.
Toast of the town
Muse, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 04/02/2017
» Without a doubt, Gulapat "May" Kanokwatanawan is the undisputed queen of desserts. "Can I be the princess of desserts instead?" the petite 34-year-old interrupts. "Queen just sounds so old!"
Glossy READS
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 23/12/2016
» If you aren't going on a rampant shopping spree or jet-setting off anywhere for the holidays, escaping through the slow-burning medium of print can offer a glossiness and introspective calm that an iPad screen cannot. Skip the airfare and frivolous fashion clutter this season to instead feed the soul, by learning some style history and getting inspired by things pretty and edgy. Here are some recent releases by the big fashion houses that bring sheen and glamour to any table they sit on.
Picture-perfect sushi and more
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 27/03/2015
» Do pictures of sushi flood your social newsfeed? Does it ever get tedious to upload visually bland pictures of slabs of fish and mundane pictures of the fat-filled, pink otoro? If you're a fan of premium sushi, but don't have the taste buds of an absolute purist, Moe Sushi & Bar might just answer your cravings. Open since January, this is the place to go for that perfect photo of a particularly gorgeous piece of sushi, perhaps wrapped with Wagyu. And topped with a quail egg. And uni. And caviar.