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Organic weeks at Central
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 28/06/2018
» Farm products, known for their freshness and quality, are becoming more readily accessible in Bangkok. Thanks to collaborations between the private and government sectors, we get to purchase farm items from the convenience of local department stores such as Central, which is hosting "The Farm, Year 2" under the motto of "Colours Of Happy Farms" at CentralPlaza and CentralFestival branches across Bangkok.
Fashion on the go
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 08/06/2017
» Business-savvy Michel Adam's enthusiasm for diversification and competitiveness have led cable channel FashionTV -- which he owns and has managed since 1997 -- to becoming a much-talked-about global player.
Is Myanmar ready for major change?
Asia focus, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 24/04/2017
» Business opportunities seem to be booming in Myanmar but are the people ready? It's the first thought that came to my mind as my taxi took me through the evening rush-hour traffic in Yangon.
Bottling up environmental awareness
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 26/05/2016
» Humans have contributed to making Mother Earth a garbage dump. In the last decade, an extensive effort has been undertaken by businesses to use their CSR campaigns to address this issue. One such making the rounds is the 2016 New Laneige "Refill Me" Campaign.
The power of polish
Muse, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 07/02/2015
» From kiosks in department stores to the plush environs of five-star hotel beauty parlours, nail art services have become exceptionally popular among fashion conscious Thais of all ages and walks of life.
Facing the music
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 21/10/2014
» In the 1960s, Filipino musicians ruled the nightlife music scene in Bangkok. Popping into a bar or hotel lobby to watch them perform was once a mark of sophistication, at a time when the ability to sing in English was special and rare.
GIY grill it yourself
Muse, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 21/12/2013
» Techit Romraruk attributes much of the self-confidence and business savvy behind the success of his yakiniku - or "grilled meat" - restaurants to his father.
Top of his game
Muse, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 27/04/2013
» If there is one similarity between being a sportsman and hotelier, for Wim Fagel it is the need for both to perform to the best of their capabilities.