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The world on a plate
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 18/09/2020
» The inability to travel has left us hungry for adventure and what better way to satisfy the longing for exploration than tasting new cuisines? Whether it's momos that brings to mind Himalayan snow-capped mountains or feijoada that takes you to a beach in Rio, there's something for everyone. Guru presents a list of restaurants that are your tickets to flavour town.
Old and not forgotten
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 11/09/2020
» Situated close to the well-preserved Phraeng Phuthon neighbourhood, Anya Authentic Thai Cuisine is all about century-old Thai dishes, several of which most Thais would not have heard of. They include Hao dong beef (a pungent salad loaded with herbs and tender slices of beef, B230), Banana curry (raw pisang awak banana braised in spiced coconut milk, B180) and Gaeng nang loi (spicy coconut curry with chicken and shrimp-stuffed green bell peppers, B179).
Opa!
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 04/09/2020
» Nestled within the home of the owners, Rallis in Ramkhamhaeng is a casual and laid back restaurant that would be ideal to visit on an evening when you've plenty of time to linger. When you dine here, you would not wish to leave in a hurry, thanks to the entertaining, cheerful and humorous brothers Alexandros and Achilleus Rallis.
Mind pollution
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 28/08/2020
» River City Bangkok's recent exhibition sees a collaboration between two up-and-coming artists: Kantapon Metheekul, better known as Gongkan, and Naraphat Sakarthornsap. With different approaches to art, the two have come together to create paintings and photographs that explore pollution caused by humans. Guru discusses the concept of the exhibition and what pollution means with the artists.
Coffee Run
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 07/08/2020
» If you thought that Bangkok's café scene couldn't get quirkier than the bewildered unicorn café or the death-awareness themed café, some of the latest openings will prove you wrong. Here are five examples of cafés in Bangkok that rumble with gentle excitement. You definitely need to check them out.
French, but not too fancy
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 07/08/2020
» Nestled in the leafy neighbourhood of Yen Akat, Workshop is a distinctly French eatery that appears high-profile at first sight. Upon closer inspection, however, one will see that it has an atmospheric dining space, where diners would want to linger and be entertained by chef Clement Hernandez's comforting bites.
The Quiet Hours
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 17/07/2020
» Thepharak "Gap" Chanomnoychai, the photographer behind "The Silence Project By Gap", is hosting an exhibition entitled "Covid19-19.00". All the photographs on display were snapped at 7pm over a two-month period of nationwide soft lockdown imposed by the Thai government. Gap spoke to Guru about the inspiration behind this project.
Blast from the past
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 10/07/2020
» Bangkok has witnessed a myriad of old, surviving buildings turned into retail and hospitality spaces, especially boutique hotels and guesthouses. For every whimsical, stylish opening, these historic buildings still hold very much of their past and retain original characters behind their revived, new looks. Guru hits a few cool places.
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!
Pure gold
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 26/06/2020
» Internationally acclaimed British DJ, musician, actor and graffiti artist, Clifford Joseph Price MBE, better known as DJ Goldie, will open a contemporary, urban and street art gallery.