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Comfort Thai dishes with a twist
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 24/02/2026
» Siwilai City Club, Bangkok’s beach club on Central Embassy's Level 5, recently introduced Sala "Chef Waii" Sakdadej, whose restaurant Rasik Local Kitchen in Chiang Mai has a Bib Gourmand distinction, as its new chef partner.
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.
Pimalai gears up for 2023 with more offerings and green initiatives
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 22/12/2022
» 2022 goes down in Pimalai Resort & Spa's 21-year history as being one of its most successful years, despite the pandemic, as the Thai-owned property has received six awards. They are Tripadvisor’s "World's Top 1% Best Hotels" title, Agoda.com's "2022 Customer Review Award" (9.4 out of 10), Condé Nast Traveller's "Top 15 Resorts in Thailand" and Boutique Hotel Awards 2022's "Best Hotel with a View Asia 2022" and "World’s Best Hotel with a View 2022" titles.
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).
A show of strength
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 16/09/2022
» Over the past few years, American superheroes have dominated the movies in cinemas and series on various streaming services. That is likely to continue since Phase Five of the Marvel Cinematic Universe consists of planned releases in 2023 and 2024, while DC Extended Universe also has at least five films to be released next year. Last month, a reboot of the Red Eagle, perhaps Thailand's best-known superhero, was also announced for a planned release in 2024. Guru thinks home-grown heroes need long overdue love from us, so here are some of the memorable ones for your reading pleasure.
Thailand's kookiest competitions
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 22/07/2022
» Every country has its own share of kooky competitions, and that's also true for Thailand. From the search for a Guanyin avatar to the Peta-would-surely-disapprove swimming competition, here are a few for your entertainment.
HM King's birthday stamps available now
Life, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 28/07/2020
» To commemorate the special occasion of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua's 68th birthday, Thailand Post has issued commemorative stamps.
Will Si Quey rest?
Life, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 27/07/2020
» I grew up hearing adults use Si Quey as a boogeyman whenever I misbehaved.
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".
Movies for All
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 14/02/2020
» Chatchai Aphibanpoonpon, founder of Klong Dinsor, is the man behind Pannana, an app that helps blind people enjoy movies through audio description. The 35-year-old Thammasat alumnus talks about his mission to better the lives of people with disabilities through several projects.