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Make merit and float krathong at five historic temples
Life, Published on 03/11/2022
» "Rak Na Sainam" is the theme of "Bangkok River Festival 2022", which will kick off with activities at 10 cultural heritage waterfronts along the curve of the Chao Phraya River from Saturday to Tuesday, from 5-10pm. However, on Loy Krathong Day, the festival will run until midnight.
Broken bonds, eternal love
Life, Published on 17/10/2022
» A strong family bond can be a pillar of strength for individual family members. With solid support from family, two artists -- Theerapong Kamolpus and Ronachart Mahakphichian -- were inspired to turn their inspirations into paintings. At the RCB Portrait Prize 2022, these two unique paintings stood out from a total of 200 entries and 80 finalists. Relationship by Theerapong won the RCB Portrait Prize of 500,000 baht in cash, Time And Care by Ronachart was awarded the Packing Room Prize of 200,000 baht.
Celebrate International Coffee Day, Oct 1, with the drink's history in Thailand and chit-chats with experts
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 30/09/2022
» Nothing gets you through the day like a cup of coffee, whether to kickstart your morning or keep you awake all day long. Many might see coffee as just another caffeinated drink, regardless of how it is brewed, with little or no thought to its origins.
Hobby hideaways
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 05/08/2022
» Learning doesn't always have to be all about academic matters. You can still pick up new skills and hobbies no matter how old you are. Guru has gathered a list of interesting workshops and private classes for you to never stop growing (metaphorically). We also asked workshop instructors what they have to offer their students and their backgrounds as food for thought.
Down memory lane
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 29/07/2022
» One of the best ways to make a comeback into the world of F&B after a Covid hiatus is to bring back old favourites, if merely to jog people's memories of the food served.
Sunny side out!
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 01/04/2022
» The Thai Meteorological Department recently announced the arrival of summer in Thailand and the sunny side is that you can get your tan on and enjoy seasonal events. Whether you're an outdoorsy person who enjoys soaking up the rays or a vampire-kind who tries to stay away from daylight, Guru has six ways to cool off or bask in Bangkok's warmth this hot summer.
Visitors flock to Klong Ong Ang
News, Published on 28/03/2021
» It has been five months since Klong Ong Ang (formerly known as Saphan Lek) of Phra Nakhon district was reinvented as a popular tourist attraction for people to enjoy street art and a weekend night market. The canal has been restored and hailed as a tremendous success by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA).
The year ahead
Guru, Eric E Surbano, Published on 01/01/2021
» 2021 is finally here and we can finally put "The Year That Must Not Be Named" behind us! Though we're not entirely out of the woods yet, the fact remains that a new year means we can turn a new leaf and look forward to the things yet to come this year. Here is a list of things that are in store for us, which hopefully -- fingers crossed -- may actually take place this year.
Don't rain on my parade
Guru, Eric E Surbano, Published on 03/07/2020
» It's a sad twist of fate that as quarantine restrictions have lifted, the rainy season is upon us. There may be many who want to get out and about, perhaps even the introverts like me may want just a tiny bit of socialising. But don't let the rain dampen your mood. If you and your friends want to hang out and have some fun, Guru's got a few fun spots even if it's raining cats and dogs.
Restaurant city
Life, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 26/06/2020
» Covid-19 has been a challenge for the world, but never more so for the F&B industry. Most existing restaurants adapted by offering delivery or a private chef experience in the comfort of your home, while others shut shop temporarily, a few permanently. Though the pandemic brought along unknown problems for existing restaurants, it hasn't deterred a few others from starting afresh. Nothing stops the food scene in Bangkok from growing, not even a global pandemic. ELITE speaks to the people behind new restaurants, which have opened or are opening soon