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A dogged rescue effort
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 18/09/2015
» Swedish expat Michael J. Baines, 47, is a chef by profession and a dog rescuer by choice. Also known as "The Man That Rescues Dogs" (fb.com/Hunddoku, www.themanthatrescuesdogs.org), Baines splits his time between running a restaurant and taking care of man's best friends. Guru speaks with Baines about his efforts.
Let's do lunch
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 28/08/2015
» Lunch doesn’t have to mean quick stop at noodle shophouse, the same old offerings at your office canteen or eating at your desk (and inviting ants to be your new colleagues in the process). Even if you’re not an office worker, you deserve a proper afternoon break -- and the occasional two-hour lunch every now and then never hurt anybody. So why not elevate your lunch experience to a new level? This week, we scan the city for places where you can raise your lunch game.
Fusion sushi sensei
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 07/08/2015
» Sonie, previously located at J Avenue, is back after a five-month hiatus -- and at a new location. While we can't verify its claim of introducing fusion sushi to Bangkok back in 1999, we can swear on our salaries that Sonie proves to be a black belt in delivering savoury sushi rolls, karate pun intended.
Go for a taste drive
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 10/07/2015
» Given the long reputation of Mercedes-Benz as a maker of hi-so sedans, we're very curious as to whether their first cafe in Bangkok will also fire on all cylinders (car pun intended).
Making the right call
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 12/06/2015
» We all have to ring call centres to ask for help (or complain) from time to time. But navigating their sometimes labyrinthine, overly complicated systems can be frustrating. Call Zen, a mobile application recently launched on the App Store and Google Play, helps solve this conundrum. We speak with 30-year-old Pongpat Phukanud, the app's co-developer.
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.
Down to earth
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 17/04/2015
» Earth Day falls on Wednesday (Apr 22), but you probably haven't realised that since you're still busy trying to get the white clay from Songkran off your fingernails. Each year, Earth Day sees events organised around the world in support of environmental causes. Since we think you can do better than declining a plastic bag after shopping at 7-Eleven, this week Guru searches for ways us city-folk can go green.
Going somewhere? Go Green
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 13/03/2015
» As an actor, Pipat “Top” Apiruktanakorn, 35, has appeared on both the small and silver screens. But since 2009 he has also played another well-known role — that of an advocate for green lifestyles, opening Ecoshop, which sells eco-friendly yet well-designed products. Last year, it was reincarnated as Ecoshop Common (G/F, Bangkok Art & Culture Centre, Rama I Road, BTS National Stadium, fb.com/ecoshopcommon.bangkok), a combined retail shop and learning centre. To further enable people to embrace their greener side, Top last week launched a smartphone application called Ecolife. Here, Top speaks with us about the app, which is in English and currently available on the App Store and Google Play.
Tech support
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 20/02/2015
» Living in Bangkok comes with specific frustrations (rejections by taxi drivers, spending one-third of your life stuck in traffic, driving around crowded parking lots in search of an empty space). But don’t fret, fellow Bangkokians — thanks to advanced technology and (sketchy) 3G connections, you can solve these problems using nothing but your fingertips. Here’s our selection of apps and websites to help you navigate Bangkok with more ease.
Squeeze play
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 30/01/2015
» Free Hugs Bangkok will give out friendly hugs at busy spots in Bangkok, from Sunday (Feb 1) to Feb 14. The group was co-created by Osito and La Monita owner Kasama Laopanich, Osito’s executive chef and partner Daniel Bucher, businessman Rajen “Raj” Palsingh and Business In Heels’ branch director Nicola “Nicky” Jones-Crossley. The hug-fest will culminate in a Valentine’s Day fundraising event at La Monita and Osito. Find out more about the group on its Facebook page, at fb.com/FreeHugsBKK.