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Marital masterpieces
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 12/02/2016
» At the risk of sounding overly romantic (and slightly creepy), one of our hobbies at Guru includes keeping track of outside-the-box wedding ideas from across the country.
Packing punches
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 27/11/2015
» If you weren’t sent to Earth from Krypton yesterday, you’ll know American superheroes have been dominating international pop culture in recent years; in fact, people seem to have developed a literal appetite for their beloved men (and women) in tights.
Anything but a raw deal
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 04/09/2015
» While Jasmine City Mall might not look as appealing as so many of the brand-new malls popping up in the city, but its central location and variety of services, shops and restaurants may make it worth your while. The mall is located within Jasmine City Hotel, on Sukhumvit Soi 23.
Motherly moments
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 07/08/2015
» Thai Mother’s Day is only five days away, but we’re sure you’re well aware — all that fake jasmine in your local 7-Eleven has undoubtedly taken care of that. For the occasion, we have devised our own Chutes and Ladders game to help you rediscover the sweet (and sour) moments you’ve shared with your mother, as well as new ways to honour her. Happy Thai Mother’s Day, everyone!
Penthouse prices, penthouse pleasure
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 12/06/2015
» Mugendai (which is Japanese for “infinity”), has been on a roll with its famous sushi — lame pun intended — since 2011. Its new branch, on the top floor of the Helix Building at The EmQuartier, is aptly named Mugendai Penthouse and belongs to Kamolsut Dabbaransi, who founded the original Mugendai Honten in Thong Lor and Muteki in Sathon. Mugendai Penthouse has built on the franchise’s existing culinary repertoire by adding about 40 new dishes to the menu. We dig the fact that Mugendai Penthouse offers several settings for different occasions. Enjoy some F&B to mellow tunes from a DJ in the main dining area, which is spacious and inviting thanks to the high ceiling and floor-to-ceiling glass wall. Get a seat at the long wooden bar, where you can watch a sushi chef work his magic. Behind a façade resembling the exterior of a traditional Japanese house are two private rooms with low tables, tatami and sunken floors, so you can truly dine like the Japanese. For an LED-candlelit dinner, head out to the large balcony, where lovebirds can eat next to a small pool and a bonsai garden, with a side of city view. Diners are mostly Thai.
Cafés and curiosity
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 29/05/2015
» Bangkok is home to a cavalcade of cafes, but there aren't many that stand out in terms of concept. From a hangout for skateboarders to a witch's coven, we've searched every nook and cranny of the capital city for nine cafes that should pique your curiosity.
The glass is half full (of wine)
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 17/04/2015
» Judging from the number of restaurants with the word "wine" in their names, it seems many Bangkokians have accepted Jesus juice into their lives. The Glass Bangkok is a new member to that sector, honouring the vessel rather than the liquid itself. Drinkers at this French bistro can get the same value for their baht whether they're guzzling wine by the glass or bottle. The centrepieces of the establishment are four high-tech dispenser machines, measuring 36 wines in 3cl, 6cl and 12cl pours. This way, you can sample from different bottles — red, white, rose or organic — without putting a dent in your wallet (prices start at B50). The floor-to-ceiling windows allow entry to an ample amount of natural light, while the high ceiling adds a spacious feel to the modern dining area. The crowd here consists of Thais, Japanese housewives and expats.
The parking provider
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 20/02/2015
» Paruey Anadirekkul, 25, has a solution for a problem faced by many in Bangkok. He is the founder of Parking Duck (www.parkingduck.com, fb.com/parkingduck), an online platform that enables people to rent or rent out a parking space. He earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill before returning to Thailand, working for two years as a consultant at IBM before launching Parking Duck. The mobile-friendly website is now live while the app will be released for iOS and Android devices later this year.
Techie travellers
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 23/01/2015
» By now you’ve probably memorised all the holidays in 2015 (as you’ve undoubtedly done with the freshly baked 12 core values of Thai people). Who’s to say, maybe you’ve already gone so far as to mark potential long weekends on your calendar. Well, the government, perhaps inspired by your go-getter attitude, also wants to promote tourism throughout this year. Why not help out, then, by injecting some of your hard-earned dough back into the economy? Here as a guide on your financially righteous quest are our picks of smartphone applications that will help you explore Thailand, the smart way.
Down the rabbit hole
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 24/10/2014
» <b>THE SET-UP:</b> A foodie's adventure involves drinking, eating and changing in size much like that of the famous Alice from Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (well, minus all the peculiar creatures and the fantasy world, unless you're eating at a late-night food stall).