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Not so standard Sunday roast
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 02/04/2026
» Begun as a monthly thing, Sunday Roast at The Standard Grill at The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon, now takes place weekly. It's the classic British dining tradition reimagined through a menu rooted in New York, albeit with a Bangkok twist.
Timeless retreat
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 03/02/2025
» Buddy Oriental Riverside Pak Kret has adopted Kalanan (timeless or forever in Thai) Riverside Resort as its new and sophisticated name as it turns to a new chapter.
Rice paddy art in Chiang Rai
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 23/01/2024
» A five-rai rice paddy in Son Sung Village of Chiang Rai has become a unique canvas for its owner Tanpong Jaikam and local artists to create three images of cute cats from strategically planted rice of various types and colours.
Go on an adventure with new (and free) guidebook
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 08/01/2024
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has released "Walking Bangkok", a PDF guidebook for those who would like to explore the capital by walking and using public transport.
Jim Thomspon launches rebooted restaurant and spy-themed bar
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 05/09/2023
» Living up to its "Beyond Silk" tagline, Jim Thompson has evolved into a global lifestyle brand.
The last three houses in the much-delayed park gone
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 23/01/2023
» Pathumwananurak Park is a public park near the Ratchaprasong intersection and was completed in 2018. However, its opening has been delayed as a small number of houses refused to leave the 40-rai area, which belongs to the Crown Property Bureau.
Chatrium Grand Bangkok, the first of Chatrium's luxe collection, opens its doors
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 17/12/2022
» Chatrium Hospitality, a leading independent hotel group, has officially launched Chatrium Grand Bangkok, the first property of its "enhanced luxury" collection. Opened on Nov 28, the twin tower offers Thai heritage-inspired five-star hospitality in the heart of Bangkok.
Come Rain or Shine
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 16/09/2022
» Everyone and their mother are well aware that floods suck, period. But give it to the Thais who manage to make the most of the rains as shown in these pictures, which I hope will lighten up the heavy rain (with no intention to glamourise it).
Getting around social distancing
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 24/04/2020
» Let's face it, people. We don't go out with a tape measure in our bag (next to a bottle of hand sanitiser, a pair of plastic gloves and a spare face mask) to make sure we all adhere to the recommended six feet of social distancing. Hopefully, we do the best we can in the given circumstances or find a way to protect ourselves even when we aren't sure we're six feet apart from one another. Here are a few real-life examples for your entertainment.
Santa Clauses are coming to town
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 20/12/2019
» We catch up with Michael Biedassek (right) and David Pfizenmaier (left), the Thaigers (Thai-German, got it?) who are behind various campaigns for positive social changes. Michael is the managing director of bangkokvanguards, a purpose-driven travel operator that raises awareness of Bangkok's unexplored communities.