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What's new with Chu?
Guru, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 18/03/2016
» Five years ago, when Chirayu Na Ranong opened the first branch of Chu at Asok (2/F, Exchange Tower, BTS Asok), he meant for it to be a place for desserts and chocolate. If you look at its menu now, you might not be able to guess that.
Break a sweat, not the bank
Guru, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 19/02/2016
» Oh, how we all dream of having a flat stomach, toned arms and the endurance of Usain Bolt. The problem with making that dream come true is we have too many excuses. Signing up at a gym? No money. Running in the park? Too hot. Swimming? Too wet. Yoga at home? No time. Ice cream? Oh, yes.
Your summer home
Guru, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 19/02/2016
» OK, we might not be thrilled about “summer”, since the weather here is essentially summery year-round. But what makes Thailand’s summers great, however, is the number of holidays during the season — and the fact that it’s so early in the year we haven’t used up our leave or sick days yet. Hello, sun, sand and sea!
Baby, when the lights go out
Guru, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 05/02/2016
» I loved clubbing. I used to party a lot in my early 20s, until the ageing process deprived me of the ability to stay awake, much less active, past midnight. What I miss most about those days is dancing to fun (and ear-splittingly loud) music in dark places. It was just so exhilarating, knowing everyone around me was too drunk to care. I have often wondered, why can't someone bring clubbing forward to like 7pm?
#FuneralTalk
Guru, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 29/01/2016
» My grandfather passed away when I was eight, and while I can’t remember much about his funeral, I remember thinking all of my aunties looked a bit odd without their usual make-up and hairdos. They told me they weren’t allowed to dress up while mourning.
Down to earth
Guru, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 29/01/2016
» There is something about having greenness in your home. No, we’re not talking about propping up your Christmas tree a few weeks a year. Green is one of the most soothing colours (more so when it’s on a traffic light) and, being in the centre of the spectrum, the colour of balance.
Down to earth
Guru, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 29/01/2016
» There is something about having greenness in your home. No, we're not talking about propping up your Christmas tree a few weeks a year. Green is one of the most soothing colours (more so when it's on a traffic light) and, being in the centre of the spectrum, the colour of balance.
Home is where the hope is
Guru, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 15/01/2016
» Growing up, most of us were taught not to talk to strangers, much less homeless people. They are potentially dangerous or mentally ill, we were told.
#NewsForecast
Guru, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 01/01/2016
» Another year has come around, and apart from being a year older, I do not really feel any real change coming. The weather will still be record-breakingly hot and humid in March. Winter will refuse to arrive in November. It's just so predictable.
Ad a glance -- 2015
Guru, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 18/12/2015
» We've seen some genius ads this year in Thailand. Thai Life Insurance's tear-jerking "Garbage Man" makes you want to hug the first street sweeper you see. "Every Mouthful is Meaningful" by CP makes you want to call your mother right that very moment. Thai ads also seem to be loved the world over -- even foreign websites have featured "Thai ads that make you cry" .