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Get away in the heart of Bangkok
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 28/05/2024
» Get away from it all while remaining centrally located at Mövenpick BDMS Wellness Resort, which now boasts a building for hosting events in the same precinct.
Benjakitti Park and Lumpini Park to host 'Bangkok Bestival'
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 02/01/2024
» From Jan 5-7, various activities focusing on spirituality and health are taking place at Benjakitti Park, Ratchadaphisek Road, so you can kick off 2024 on feel-good notes.
196 eateries receive Bib Gourmand distinction in Michelin Guide Thailand 2024
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 06/12/2023
» Ahead of the announcement of Michelin Guide Thailand 2024 on Dec 13, 196 eateries in various provinces have been awarded Bib Gourmand distinctions, signifying that they are the best value-for-money restaurants. The world-famous guide also covers wallet-friendly places in addition to fine dining establishments.
April Fools' Day Jokes That Should Be Real
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 01/04/2022
» Although April Fools' Day isn't a Thai tradition, to begin with, every year businesses and brands have jumped on this good-natured humour bandwagon with their out-there ideas for products and services. And I must admit some of them are simply brilliant that I wish they were true. Here're a few memorable April Fools' Day jokes I wish they could just be real for your entertainment.
Afterlife wish list
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 05/02/2021
» Chinese New Year next Friday is a special one since it'll be the first time it's approved as a public holiday in Thailand by the Cabinet. We may as well make it a tradition, given the huge population of overseas Chinese here. As a third-generation Thai with complete Chinese ethnicity, I grew up with a lot of quirky traditions that my Thai Thai friends may not be aware of. Burning paper offerings on important occasions like Qingming Festival or CNY is at the top as it's a gesture of taking care of departed loved ones in the afterlife with creature comforts. Over the years, I've seen the evolution (and irony) of paper offerings from banknotes with 12 digits (hyperinflation much?) to treadmills so ama and agong can stay in shape. Here are a few of the most creatives offerings for your entertainment:
Yoon's 10 Most Memorable Collabs
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 13/11/2020
» Noted Illustrator Phannapast "Yoon" Taychamaythakool has made her name known through her unique design whether it appears on mooncake packaging, a hi-end speaker or the walls of an MRT station. As the second guest of our Style Guru column, she reveals 10 most memorable collaborations she has done.
Guru's Weekly Pick: May 4-10
Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 04/05/2018
» 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!