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A show of strength
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 16/09/2022
» Over the past few years, American superheroes have dominated the movies in cinemas and series on various streaming services. That is likely to continue since Phase Five of the Marvel Cinematic Universe consists of planned releases in 2023 and 2024, while DC Extended Universe also has at least five films to be released next year. Last month, a reboot of the Red Eagle, perhaps Thailand's best-known superhero, was also announced for a planned release in 2024. Guru thinks home-grown heroes need long overdue love from us, so here are some of the memorable ones for your reading pleasure.
Taking Mexican cuisine to new heights
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 17/06/2022
» Launching ahead of the much-anticipated opening of The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon in Q3, is Ojo Bangkok, a Mexican restaurant on the 76th floor of King Power Mahanakhon on Naradhiwas Rajanagarindra Road.
Beam me up!
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 23/08/2019
» Interest in extraterrestrial things (and beings) make a comeback to the Thai collective consciousness, thanks to asteroid 2006 QQ23 flying by and a viral video in which a local man, who claims to be a medium of Pluto God, warns humanity of 2020 doomsday in an alien tongue. This got us thinking about the local interest in UFOs and aliens, and how Thailand is linked to alien stories in a way that you may not be aware of. We aren't saying we believe in Pluto God or trying to convince you one way or another but there are many pieces of evidence (of varying degrees of credibility) of alleged alien visits to the Land Of Smiles and they are too fascinating not to share.
Plant purvoyer
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 26/01/2018
» Kachain "Kyng" Bodinittidej is a commercial producer who's behind many TV ads and a collector of rare and exotic plants. The 40-year-old adman also created a special fanzine titled "Mr. Brown", which features key figures in the first edition of Made By Legacy flea market and Thai vintage scene. The upcoming ninth edition of Made By Legacy, which takes place until Sunday at Pepsi Pier (go to our Activities page for more info), comes with a green twist. On top of vintage items and food, you'll be able to see and buy exotic plants, thanks to Kyng who curates and selects many plant and gardening shops, as well as plant collectors to showcase their green treasures. Not only it will serve as background for photo ops but also sources of awe, inspiration and appreciation for our green friends.
Guru's Weekly Pick: Dec 15-21
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 15/12/2017
» 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: Dec 8-14
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 08/12/2017
» 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!
The (gay) wedding planners
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 12/02/2016
» Nanyanadda "Nanya" Tantapaiboon has been in love with organising weddings since high school. In 2011, with the help of her older sister, Thidadon "Jess" Tantapaiboon, Nanya established Phuket-based The Wedding Bliss Thailand to do just that. In October 2014, the sisters, along with two gay partners, launched Pure Bliss Wedding (www.pureblisswedding.com), catering exclusively to same-sex couples. The team has helped turn the dream weddings of straight and gay couples in realities, at breathtaking locations and five-star resorts into Samui and Phuket. Guru speaks with Nanya about her unique service.
Difference ma(r)ker
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 30/08/2013
» Tarin "Rin" Greco, 31, is a partner at social enterprise Mysocialmotion and also the head consultant of the UN’s "MY World 2015 Campaign" for Thailand. MY World is an online survey that allows people to vote for various issues - from gender equality to political freedom - that are most important to them, or even suggest new ones. The results will be shared with leaders to help them shape a better world. Rin, who holds a philosophy degree from Birkbeck, University of London, and his team will hold "MY World 2015 Parade" to drum up awareness of the campaign tomorrow (Aug 31). It will start in front of CentralWorld at 1pm. Go to mysocialmotion’s Facebook page(facebook.com/mysocialmotion) or call 089-200-9595for more details.
Strangebook
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 19/07/2013
» The usage of Facebook in Thailand is getting stranger by the minute, it seems. Besides posting pictures of unfortunate people asking for "likes" to show "support", or scared entities promising auspiciousness to followers, some individuals have set up Facebook pages to promote things you wouldn’t think merit a Facebook following. We’ve selected 10 such pages in case you want to grow up one day and become a page administrator to promote something niche like your collection of belly-button lint (or dandruff collecting). Go ahead since you’ll probably find more followers than you think, like these strange Facebook pages.