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Counting down the best restaurants
Life, Vanniya Sriangura, Published on 30/12/2022
» Over the past year, Life has reviewed over 70 eateries. Here are the 10 that stand out.
Chinese medical portal censored after doubting herbal 'Covid remedy'
AFP, Published on 11/08/2022
» BEIJING - A popular Chinese medical information site has been censored by authorities for "violation of relevant laws and regulations", months after its criticism of a government-backed herbal Covid-19 treatment sent shares in a pharmaceutical giant tumbling.
Rooted in tradition
Life, Vanniya Sriangura, Published on 22/04/2022
» When Keller first opened its door in January 2020, it was a phenomenal success. Just through word of mouth, especially by Bangkok's discerning gourmands, the 26-seater enjoyed bustling business and a long waiting list, until Covid-19 hit.
Tasty builds off its own momentum
Life, Vanniya Sriangura, Published on 17/12/2021
» Awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand in its Hong Kong hometown, Tasty Congee & Noodle Wantun Shop was an offshoot of Ho Hung Kee, a one Michelin-starred, 85-year-old restaurant.
Strong foundations
Life, Noko, Published on 24/08/2021
» Examining the beauty of Asian celadon and porcelain, Japanese brand Suqqu noted how the surface, dubbed the "skin", boasts a smooth and shiny surface rendered by ceramic glazes.
Recycling basics
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 26/06/2020
» The amount of plastic waste has soared in recent times, especially with the extra precautions in place. However, we still can generate less waste and shop smart at eco-friendly, package-free shops where necessities are sold in bulk. All you need are reusable containers!
Food forward
Life, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 03/01/2020
» Since the opening of Masque in Mumbai in 2016, chef-patron Prateek Sadhu has gained a reputation for being innovative, and that year was even named Most Innovative Chef Of The Year by the Western Culinary Association of India.
Absolute Mango Revival
Holiday Time, Published on 20/12/2019
» The Okura Spa at The Okura Prestige Bangkok is offering a wonderfully refreshing Absolute Mango Revival package guaranteed to melt away the stresses and strains of the winter months. It begins with a 30-minute body scrub comprising mango extract, rice bran and apricot seeds, which exfoliates the skin to leave it cleansed, moisturised and smooth. Quite apart from its beautifully relaxing aroma, mango contains natural reparative and protective properties, moisturising elements that fight free radicals and skin firming substances that reduce the appearance of fine lines.
Japanese beauty
Life, Published on 05/02/2019
» The Camellia japonica, or tsubaki in Japanese, is a majestic flower, famous for blooming in winter. Found throughout East Asia, it is perhaps most revered on the volcanic island of Izu Oshima in Tokyo prefecture, whose biggest event of the year is the Tsubaki Festival.
An introduction to Franco-Chinese dining
Guru, Pasavat Tanskul, Published on 09/11/2018
» Thong Lor's Arena 10 entertainment hub is known for its nightlife hotspots of bars and clubs. However, standing out within the hustle and bustle of it all is Prelude Restaurant & Bar with its fine dining presentation, relaxed vibe, tasting menu and cocktails. With an emphasis on using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and combining their love of French and Chinese food, and cooking techniques, Prelude is named after their aim -- to introduce diners their Franco-Chinese fusion cuisine, as well as being the first restaurant by owners Holly Chiu and chef Calvin Wong, the latter graduating from the Culinary Institute of America.