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Bittersweet symphony
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 17/08/2018
» Mike Shinoda was out of his element. He knew this. The crowd knew this. Yet, everyone had a hell of a good time.
What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 11/08/2018
» 1 Thong Lor's 72 Courtyard has a ton of Mother's Day promotions this weekend, starting with the newly opened Carb and Wine Bar. Serving pizza, pasta and charcuterie boards, the restaurant is offering a special "Free Pizzas For Mamas" promotion, about which more information can be had if you call 02-392-6922. Then there's Japanese comfort food Lucky Fish, offering mothers 30% off on all menu items, as well as a free glass of cold-pressed juice for all you mothers out there. Mexican eatery Touche Hombre has a special 1,000 baht Mother's Day menu as well, consisting of Chips and Salsa Roja Mexicana, Soft Shell Crab Cangrejo, Grilled Chicken del Habanero or Roasted Pork Belly Al Pastor Tacos, and Roasted Kingfish Collar, as well as a complimentary ice-cream sandwich to boot. Last but not least, tapas bar Toro Bangkok has a 1,000 baht menu, from which mothers can select five of their favourite hot and cold tapas to enjoy. For more information, visit facebook.com/72courtyard.
Hip in a Hawaiian
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 13/04/2018
» Songkran fashion has never been inspiring. With water being thrown, splashed and shot at you from every direction, and with powder melting and seeping into every nook and cranny of your clothes and body, dressing well and looking good are never our midsummer priority.
What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 13/01/2018
» 1It's a good start to the new year for music lovers as English indie pop band The XX will make their debut in Bangkok on Jan 29 at ThunderDome Muang Thong Thani. The London-based pop trio -- Romy Madley Croft, Oliver Sim and Jamie Smith are known for their minimal and hypnotic sound, drawing in huge raves from critics with their first album XX (2009) and later on Coexist (2012). After four years, the band just released their latest album I See You in early 2017. Prepare to be hypnotised by their biggest hits like Intro, Crystalised and Say Something Loving. The tickets are on sale now via www.ticketmelon.com, 02-026-3068. 2,800 baht per person for standing tickets only.
What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 23/09/2017
» 1. To celebrate Thailand's first ever full-service Citigold Wealth Center -- a cashless bank which focuses on giving Citibank's Citigold members investment consultation -- Citibank will be organising a Citigold Wealth Cafe this weekend from noon to 6pm at the 1st floor of Crystal Veranda's The Crystal Park. The event will include activities on investment like "Global Market Insights And Income Opportunity By Krungsri Asset Management" and "The Future Of Payment" by Mastercard. Registration is noon sharp.
We ain't Nate, mate
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 21/07/2017
» Nathan Bartling, aka "My Mate Nate", is a hero to some and a low-life to many. The Mormon missionary-turned-local-YouTube star has been plastered all over the news this week once again -- finding himself on the end of public outrage after his latest stunt of trying to flatten coins on Bangkok's railroad tracks. The whole event may seem like an overreaction, but this hasn't been the first time that the 24-year-old American has angered locals and expats due to his juvenile stunts.
An Anglo-Isan mash-up
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 29/06/2017
» There's always something enticing about traditional beats. It's something different from all the music played on the radio -- something authentic compared to all the boring, gentrified sounds. And that's what Will Robinson felt when he first heard the sound of a phin guitar many years ago on the streets of Sukhumvit.
What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 03/06/2017
» 1. Those who frequent Siam Paragon may have seen the new and enticing smoothie booth on the ground floor. Jamba Juice, the Californian smoothie chain that claims to be "the world leader in made-to-order smoothies and freshly squeezed juices" has made it to Bangkok. The first of its 30 planned stores in Thailand, Jamba Juice offers a similar smoothie menu to the original chains in the US, including special smoothies with local ingredients like mango, watermelon and pineapple. Classic smoothies like Strawberry Dream (strawberry and banana) and Banana Berry (banana, blueberry, apple and strawberry) costs 110 baht, while protein and fibre filled shakes like Green Getaway (spinach,mango, passion fruit, chia seed, yoghurt) costs 130 baht.
An environmental wonder
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 11/10/2016
» As festival season dies down in the West, it's only just beginning to take off here in Thailand. Music, arts and food events will be settling in on every breezy and open area in the country, and Wonderfruit, the most ambitious and inimitable of all the festivals in Thailand (and Southeast Asia), is returning for its third consecutive year.
What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 13/08/2016
» 1 News is abuzz all over social media: Jamie Oliver's food is finally coming to Thailand. Jamie's Italian, a partnership between renowned British celebrity chef Jamie Oliver and his mentor Gennaro Gontaldo, will be opening its doors at the newly renovated Siam Discovery in the 4th quarter of this year. Menu highlights will include dishes such as tagliatelle bolognese, with the pasta being freshly made on-site daily. Must try pizzas include the funghi misti and the classic margherita with ingredients being free-range, sustainable and ethically produced. What's even better is the restaurant will work closely with local Thai farmers to showcase their products.