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Style for jam
Richard Mcleish, Published on 07/02/2014
» As Bangkokians become willing to brave unknown postcodes, new boroughs are emerging across the city from Sathon to Samsen. The latest spot to reach beyond the BTS is Never Ending Summer, landing firmly on the muddy banks of Thon Buri. And the reach is rewarded with extra space, charm and niche. From old warehouses (medicine, ice and battery factories), architect Duangrit Bunnag has fashioned The Jam Factory - the new home of his design office, a gallery, bookstore and Never Ending Summer - in an enclave of style for all the senses. An old ice factory, the restaurant affords 16 tables easily (70+ pax), all with a view of the open kitchen at the back and trimmed with industrial specks from decades past, artworks and rustic fittings. The result is a deep-pocketed architect's romp in a new restaurant motif for the city that seems ready for it and more.
Raising the bar
Guru, Richard Mcleish, Published on 24/01/2014
» Nested in Athenee Place near Phloenchit, the champagne-tinged lounge bar acts like a sun room annex for Athenee Tower that looms above. The glass walls and roof afford it the best of the afternoon light, and a cosy atmosphere in the evening. The slender room is adorned with a long bar (unsurprisingly) and is bookended by an outdoor section and service area from where the culinary goodness emerges. The story is that the existing bar was splashed with an orange colour, even before a certain champagne pairing had been considered, so it was an easy match that evolved naturally. The venue piggy-backs the success of coupled and famed French restaurant Le Beaulieu from praised haute cuisiner Chef Herve Frerard that was established in the same building just over a year ago. The crowd is made up of well-heeled locals and Le Beaulieu faithfuls. Leave your flip flops at home for this one.
Gate Crasher
Guru, Richard Mcleish, Published on 08/11/2013
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Gate Crasher
Guru, Richard Mcleish, Published on 25/10/2013
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Gate Crasher
Guru, Richard Mcleish, Published on 05/07/2013
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Gate Crasher
Guru, Richard Mcleish, Published on 14/06/2013
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Gate Crasher
Guru, Richard Mcleish, Published on 17/05/2013
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Gate Crasher
Guru, Richard Mcleish, Published on 07/09/2012
» There are a few things on over the weekend to keep you busy, continuing through till Monday. They should finish on time too, so you can be tucked in bed before 2am. Or not...
Gate Crasher
Guru, Richard Mcleish, Published on 22/06/2012
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Gate Crasher
Guru, Richard Mcleish, Published on 25/05/2012
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