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The Earth laughs in flowers
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 02/02/2018
» One of Thailand's long-established floral shows, Nai Lert Flower and Garden Art Fair, returns to the Park of Nai Lert on Phloenchit Road from today.
Mackerel festival promises to be fishy affair
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 16/11/2017
» The cool season has arrived in Thailand and this is the best time to enjoy pla thu. Pla thu (Rastrelliger brachysoma) or short-bodied mackerel is widely available in the Gulf of Thailand. The fish is very popular among Thais. It can be simply served as fried pla thu, or developed into various dishes. In the past, its low price made it a cheap food for the poor, even for cats. However, pla thu is now rather expensive. A 15cm pla thu can be priced around 25-30 baht each.
Celebrate Kathin in Mae Chaem, where an elaborate ceremony endures
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 26/09/2017
» The Kathin festival begins next month, and Mae Chaem, a peaceful district in Chiang Mai, offers a chance to witness a rare Kathin ceremony.
A series of fortunate events
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 04/08/2017
» During the monsoon months of August and September, the Tourism Authority of Thailand is holding a series of events to increase tourism.
Isan's kite tradition on display at Buri Ram festival
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 07/12/2016
» The winter breeze is reviving Isan's traditional kites again at the Isan Kite Festival.
Nourishing Buddhism
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 09/09/2016
» In mid-September, the northern province of Lamphun is holding a very colourful ceremony.
A trip through 'Little Osaka'
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 09/06/2016
» Signs with Japanese characters can be seen on any corner, at general post offices, mini-marts, bars and little restaurants. Red paper lanterns are hung in lines outside shops decorated in Japanese style. Mother and son walk on the footpath, and, until they come closer, their Japanese conversation in soft voices make me think I may be displaced.