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From Singapore to Thailand
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 12/03/2026
» For the first time in Thailand, Singaporean flavours by FairPrice's Golden Chef become exclusively available in Thailand at Tops.
One trip, two paradises
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 10/06/2025
» Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives debuted on April 1 as the fourth property in the Maldives by Centara Hotels & Resorts. What makes it a standout is a special perk of complimentary access to certain facilities at the neighbouring property, Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives. One trip, two paradises, if you will. More on this later.
Palatable Peranakan
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 30/08/2024
» Tucked away in the quiet residential Sukhumvit Soi 67, Your Licious Home Cuisine is a brainchild of self-taught chef couple Ruj and Neelunchana "Nong" Purnariksha who warmly open their home to discerning diners who seek Peranakan, or Nyonya, cuisine in the heart of Bangkok.
Freshness aplenty
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 01/07/2024
» Bangkokians are spoilt for choice when it comes to all-you-can-eat Japanese buffets but newly-opened Nama sets itself apart with freshness, variety and ambience.
Chao Phraya River gets a cleanup boat
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 03/04/2024
» Last week, The Ocean Cleanup, a non-profit organisation headquartered in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, that develops technologies to rid plastic from oceans, officially deployed its first solar-powered cleanup boat/system in the Chao Phraya River at the Commemoration of His Majesty the King Rama X's 6th Cycle Birthday Park in Bangkok's Bang Kho Laem district.
Katanyu Complex
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 25/03/2022
» A discussion surrounding the concept of katanyu, which is often translated to being grateful or showing gratitude towards one's parents or those who've been kind to you, entered Thai society's zeitgeist last week unintentionally, as a by-product of another online drama.
Modern Advertising Oops
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 14/05/2021
» If you've been a regular reader of mine (and thank you so much if you are), you know I'm a bit obsessed with advertisements. They can be an unintentional source of controversy and comedy, if not done right. Here's a few of modern advertisement that perhaps need a second thought.
Of the people, for the people and by the people
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 19/06/2020
» Locall Thailand connects small, individually-run shops, and even food vendors, with customers while creating a sense of community. Peangploy Jitiyatham, co-founder of Locall Thailand and civil society network Satarana's management team member, has introduced an online delivery platform that is created "by the community and for the community".
New norms that don't make much sense
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 05/06/2020
» The phrase "new normal" has become the new cliché as Thailand eases restrictions on businesses and activities. You can go to a cinema without having to worry if anyone will see you bawl your eyes out during an emotional scene since the seats around you are empty. As we learn to live with new norms of everyday life, you may come across some that don't seem to make much sense. Here are a few for your entertainment.
Govt plans that sound like bad ideas
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 21/02/2020
» Pardon me, dear readers, for the headline betrays my inadequacy in wordsmithery. You see, I put as much effort into coming up with it as the following esteemed people perhaps with their "ideas". It seems you can always count on the government for questionable plans but these three recent examples take the cake. Read on for your entertainment (which may be tinged with hopelessness).