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196 eateries receive Bib Gourmand distinction in Michelin Guide Thailand 2024
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 06/12/2023
» Ahead of the announcement of Michelin Guide Thailand 2024 on Dec 13, 196 eateries in various provinces have been awarded Bib Gourmand distinctions, signifying that they are the best value-for-money restaurants. The world-famous guide also covers wallet-friendly places in addition to fine dining establishments.
Bangkok's Peppina opens Peppina Verde at Centara Udon
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 21/11/2023
» The dining scene in Udon Thani has just got more varied with the opening of Peppine Verde by chef Paolo Vitaletti of Bangkok's Appia, Cetera, Peppina and Giglio Trattoria Fiorentina fame.
Fascinating Fonts
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 29/07/2022
» The Thai alphabet has an aesthetic appeal that has inspired many creative and artistic works. Since today is National Thai Language Day and to honour Thailand's mother tongue, here are a few noteworthy Thai-font-inspired works and the creative minds behind them.
Thai inventions inspired by Covid-19
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 01/05/2020
» Covid-19 is the mother of invention as evidenced by various inventions many people have come up with. You may have already seen the new PPE-inspired uniforms introduced by AirAsia, which have been designed by Filipino fashion designer Puey Quinones, as it resumes operations today but we're talking more out of the box. Protective properties of these DIY creations I've spotted may not be 100% proven but all guarantee a smile if not a laugh.
New Kid on Sukhumvit Block
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 13/03/2020
» The Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit, Carlton Hotel Group's first property in Thailand, opened its doors on Feb 19. Located between Asok and Phrom Phong, the 34-storey building promises "upper-upscale" hospitality.
Head-Turning Headlines
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 23/08/2019
» When you pore over newspapers and news feed as much as I do (but perhaps not in a desperate search to find something to write about), you can come across headlines that stop you between scrolling and tabs saved for their unintentional amusement. Here are a few to leave you scratching your head or make you chuckle away.
For the Love of Costumes
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 20/07/2018
» A Thai beauty pageant can be captivating for several reasons, the beauties themselves, the obvious nose contouring, the contestants introducing themselves and the province which they represent in a high-pitched voice at the end -- just to name a few.
Dek Thai 4.0
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 12/01/2018
» Thai Children's Day is tomorrow and it's time to change you profile picture to when you were younger and cuter (and weren't liable to pay taxes). We here at Guru would like to celebrate this special day with some outstanding kids who have achieved unique accomplishments before they hit 18.
Guru's Weekly Pick: Nov 10-16
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 09/11/2017
» Every week, we sift through tonnes of activities, shows, art exhibitions and things to do. Here is our especially curated list of what's hot this week in Bangkok and beyond. Enjoy!
Guru's Weekly Pick: Oct 13-19
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 12/10/2017
» Every week, we sift through tonnes of activities, shows, art exhibitions and things to do. Here is our especially curated list of what's hot this week in Bangkok and beyond. Enjoy!