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Savour the Stars: Michelin-Recognized Street Food by the River
Published on 14/08/2024
» Bangkok's culinary scene comes alive on September 7, 2024, as Shangri-La Bangkok presents its 18th "Raan Dung Ross Ded" event. This beloved street food extravaganza returns to the hotel's poolside, offering an unparalleled dining experience under the night sky.
Turning a new leaf
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 24/06/2022
» To all Thais, now you can proudly brag that we're the first Asian country to legalise marijuana. The new milestone was marked on June 9, 2022, when growing and trading cannabis were no longer a crime in Thailand. Smoking gets a green light too, but puffing a joint in public is still prohibited. With a newfangled marijuana business popping up around the city, we list dispensaries in Bangkok for those who are curious. We also asked the weedness-owners about their backgrounds and basics for begin-stoners.
See the world in black and white at this exhibition
Life, Published on 22/04/2021
» Kathmandu Photo Gallery is hosting "You Don't Have To Be Black To Be Outraged", a photographic exhibition by Bangkok-based British artist Justin Mills from Saturday to June 26.
Light flickers in US, fades in Thailand
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 30/11/2020
» For a good part of November, the world was gripped by a tumultuous fanfare that is the US election. And even before the very last votes were counted, relief and joy were already felt in many communities, not only in America but perhaps across the world. For better or for worse, Donald Trump's reign is coming to an end, and the world now looks to President-elect Joe Biden in the hopes that his win will let voices from the marginalised LGBTI community become louder. Biden promised to enact the Equality Act, a civil rights law that will protect LGBTI people from discrimination within his first 100 days in office among other things.
Heroes to the rescue
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 21/10/2020
» Having read and seen news about inequality in Thailand as a child, Tewaporn Maikongkeaw began to slowly develop an interest in social issues.
The world on a plate
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 18/09/2020
» The inability to travel has left us hungry for adventure and what better way to satisfy the longing for exploration than tasting new cuisines? Whether it's momos that brings to mind Himalayan snow-capped mountains or feijoada that takes you to a beach in Rio, there's something for everyone. Guru presents a list of restaurants that are your tickets to flavour town.
A (drag) star is (re)born
Life, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 27/07/2020
» The art of drag has been gaining momentum in the Thai mainstream in recent years, thanks to two seasons of Drag Race Thailand, the Thai version of the Emmy-winning RuPaul's Drag Race, and various gay-friendly parties popping over the town in pre-Covid-19 Bangkok.
Stay in to help save lives and order in to save your favourite restaurants
Guru, Published on 01/05/2020
» - You've never had a couch party like this. Fruitfull's (Fruitfull.co) "Couch Party With Gaa" is bringing three chefs (Garima Arora from Bangkok's Gaa, Kristian Baumann from 108 in Copenhagen, Denmark, and Jeremy Chan Ikoyi London, the UK) to your home, as well as a hamper filled with sumptuous delicacies for two. This quarantined couch party not only comes with delectable food but you also get a live Q&A with the chefs and cooking demonstrations, as well as a live DJ set from Nick Luscombe. When they said it's party, they weren't lying. Reservations are only open to Bangkok residents and those residing within a 15-km radius of Restaurant Gaa. Visit bit.ly/35dbWG4.
Stay home to help save lives and order in to save your favourite restaurants
Guru, Published on 03/04/2020
» - If you're in the mood for simple yet delicious food, Ann's Frozen Food offers a variety of choices from pies and lasagnas to stews and British-style curries. All you have to do is microwave them and you've got yourself a meal. They deliver daily for free for a minimum order. Visit AnnsFrozenFood.com to see their full menu or call 088-894-4783.
Serving two worlds
Asia focus, Published on 23/03/2020
» Doanh Chau has a big plan for Vietnam, the country where he began his life, even though he has not lived there for decades.