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Can't be much fun being a lame duck
Roger Crutchley, Published on 01/12/2024
» From Washington we've been hearing the expression "lame duck" quite a bit lately, but it has not of course been a discussion about the health of the waterfowl population in the American capital but a reference to Joe Biden as he completes his final term as president.
Moxy Bangkok Ratchaprasong Launches Playful Brunch Experience
Published on 04/10/2024
» Nestled in the vibrant heart of Thailand’s capital, Moxy Bangkok Ratchaprasong—the first and largest Moxy hotel in the Asia-Pacific region—launches its latest culinary offering. Starting on Saturday, 26 October 2024, guests can experience brunch like never before with “Moxy: We’ve Got Brunch!” at Moxy Bangkok Ratchaprasong. This exciting weekend hangout promises playful vibes, unforgettable food, and endless drinks. Held every last Saturday of each month (26 October 2024, 30 November 2024, 28 December 2024) from 11.30 AM to 3.30 PM, guests can enjoy a laid-back Café Chill Out atmosphere for just THB 999++ per person, including a complimentary glass of sparkling wine.
Taste of inflation from a reliable sauce
Roger Crutchley, Published on 03/12/2023
» I am not sure where Bangkok stands in the list of most expensive cities released by the Economist this week. Singapore and Zurich top the table but judging from recent visits to the supermarket, Bangkok must be racing up the inflation charts.
The dictionaries have a word for it
Roger Crutchley, Published on 26/11/2023
» It's that much-anticipated time when dictionary publishers come out with their "words of the year". In recent times such words have become increasingly depressing. You may recall last year Collins Dictionary went for "permacrisis" which has turned out to be uncomfortably accurate in light of world events over the ensuing 12 months.
How two little piggies saved their bacon
Roger Crutchley, Published on 19/11/2023
» Following last week's gripping yarn concerning the rescue of Fiona, the loneliest sheep in the world, it seems only fair to report on another tale featuring animals in distress. My thanks to reader Paul Drew for alerting me to the saga of two pigs, Butch and Sundance, who became known in England as the Tamworth Two, belonging to the breed of that name.
Introducing Bloqyard, a community space for restaurants and bars
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 17/06/2023
» Chong Nonsi welcomes Bloqyard, a community space that gathers restaurants, bars and common areas to escape the hustle and bustle of the business district.
Upbeat eateries
Life, Vanniya Sriangura, Published on 16/09/2022
» I didn't think that I would enjoy dining at Public Market, a new food arcade that occupies a connecting hallway between Central Chidlom and Central Embassy.
Graceful growth
Life, Vanniya Sriangura, Published on 05/08/2022
» First, it was the name that made no sense. Then it's the location that sounded too desolate to even fancy what the establishment would be like, let alone how the business could survive.
Hot and a little bit bothered in the UK
News, Roger Crutchley, Published on 24/07/2022
» It seems a bit of a paradox to be sitting in Bangkok and reading about how hot it is in London. But this was the case last week when for the first time Britain experienced temperatures exceeding 40C. Heathrow Airport was the first to clock that magic number. Last time I was at Heathrow it was more like 4C.
From Memphis to Bangkok
Life, Vanniya Sriangura, Published on 15/07/2022
» The latest addition to Le Meridien Bangkok's repertoire, Rolling Ribs Brew Bar & BBQ speaks for its name.