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New feasts for your palate
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 27/11/2024
» Bangkok is a city that never sleeps, at least in the food and beverage department. Blink and you’ll miss another new restaurant opening or a drink launch. Guru By Bangkok Post is making sure that even if you blink, you don’t miss out on the new taste tinglers that are worth mentioning.
Let's go vegan
Life, Arusa Pisuthipan, Published on 04/10/2024
» Thailand welcomes the return of the 10-day annual Vegetarian Festival which runs until Oct 11. Yellow flags with red Chinese characters are fluttering at markets, shopping malls, street stalls and restaurants to signify a special period where people abstain from meat, animal products and five pungent plants — onion, garlic, chives, rakkyo (Chinese onion) and tobacco. To join the celebrations, Life has put together a list of dining venues that offer meat-free delicacies, highlights from Phuket's Vegetarian Festival and much more.
A meatless week
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 01/10/2024
» The Vegetarian Festival in Thailand is an annual 10-day celebration that occurs nationwide during the ninth lunar month of the Chinese calendar. In celebration of the ongoing Vegetarian Festival (Kin Je or Je Festival) from Oct 2-11, Guru By Bangkok Post has made a short list of vegetarian feasts around Bangkok. Check them out!
Introducing Haidilao’s Guizhou Sour Soup: A Thousand-Year-Old Flavor Comes to Thailand
Published on 20/09/2024
» China’s rich regional cuisines, celebrated for their diverse flavours, have gained global prominence, allowing international foodies to enjoy authentic dishes just as they are in China. In line with this trend and following the mainstream popularity of Sichuan-style hotpot in Thailand, Haidilao is proud to introduce a new, unique flavour to Thai tables: the Guizhou Sour Soup Hotpot.
Channels of kindness for flood victims
Life, Arusa Pisuthipan, Published on 16/09/2024
» Villagers in Chiang Rai are experiencing flooding that has so far affected over 9,000 families. Many people, particularly in Mae Sai district, are stranded in their homes awaiting help from rescue officers. Meanwhile, floods and landslides are also wreaking havoc in other northern provinces, not to mention the neighbouring countries of Myanmar, Laos and Vietnam. In Chiang Mai, several people have been injured or are missing while many areas in Nan are also currently under water. The floods in Nan are reportedly the worst in 100 years. Several organisations — public, private and foundations — have joined forces to provide relief for flood-affected victims in all areas. To help out, Life has compiled a list of places where people can donate necessities or provide financial aid.
It's mooncake season
Life, Arusa Pisuthipan, Published on 23/08/2024
» The Mid-Autumn Festival is observed annually on the 15th day of the 8th month of the Chinese calendar. This year, it falls on Sept 17. Also known as the Moon Festival or Mooncake Festival, the occasion is celebrated by millions of people worldwide to express gratitude for family unity, happiness and abundance. It's also an occasion for families to reunite. In celebration of a Chinese festivity that dates back 3,000 years, Life picks some of the best mooncakes from leading hotels around town.
Old places, new menus
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 21/08/2024
» Bored of eating the same thing twice? Fear no more, here's a list of restaurants that have shuffled things up to make sure you're never bored or short of choices while dining out.
Mother's Day special
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 06/08/2024
» With Mother's Day around the corner (it's on Aug 12 for those who have forgotten to mark their calendars), it's time to give back to the special woman who has been through your thick and thin all throughout your life. What better way to give back than by choosing one of these places for the best treats in Bangkok and beyond.
Guru's Weekly Buzz: Aug 2-8
Guru, Published on 02/08/2024
» Guru By Bangkok Post's pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
Have your mooncake and eat it, too!
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 23/07/2024
» It’s that time of the year when the moon is at its fullest and brightest, according to ancient Chinese belief. The Mid-Autumn Festival or Moon Festival is celebrated on the 15th day of the eighth month of the lunar calendar aka Sept 17.