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The world on a plate
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 18/09/2020
» The inability to travel has left us hungry for adventure and what better way to satisfy the longing for exploration than tasting new cuisines? Whether it's momos that brings to mind Himalayan snow-capped mountains or feijoada that takes you to a beach in Rio, there's something for everyone. Guru presents a list of restaurants that are your tickets to flavour town.
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Coffee Run
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 07/08/2020
» If you thought that Bangkok's café scene couldn't get quirkier than the bewildered unicorn café or the death-awareness themed café, some of the latest openings will prove you wrong. Here are five examples of cafés in Bangkok that rumble with gentle excitement. You definitely need to check them out.
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Mind pollution
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 28/08/2020
» River City Bangkok's recent exhibition sees a collaboration between two up-and-coming artists: Kantapon Metheekul, better known as Gongkan, and Naraphat Sakarthornsap. With different approaches to art, the two have come together to create paintings and photographs that explore pollution caused by humans. Guru discusses the concept of the exhibition and what pollution means with the artists.
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Open city spaces
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 24/01/2020
» The City Lab Silom project is an experimental campaign in collaboration between Chulalongkorn University's Urban and Regional Planning Department, the Healthy Space Forum, Thai Health Promotion Foundation and Bangkok Metropolitan Administration.
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Force of design
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 21/02/2020
» William Harris is one of the four founding partners of New York-based design and concept firm AvroKO, which is regarded as one of the world's hottest design firms. Guru sat down with him to talk about AvroKO's past projects with Waldorf Astoria and Rosewood Bangkok, as well as the new Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok.
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Everything old is new again
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 11/10/2019
» Bangkok is a city that constantly sees new constructions reaching up to the sky. But if you look close enough, a great number of ancient homes are being brought back to life, reborn with renewed purpose. They demonstrate that embracing historical beauty along with modern innovation produces fascinating and profitable results, with the reassurance that architecturally significant homes are being kept alive. Over the recent years, such places have been popping up more and we hope they continue to. Guru has scoped out some of Bangkok's most admirable, century-old homes to discover the stories behind them.
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Of Meat & Beer
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 20/03/2020
» Before Beast Burger's first opened on Chiang Mai's Nimmanhaemin Road in 2014, the burger joint was already well-known for its bright yellow food truck that busted out juicy American-style burgers. Although the business is no longer from a truck, its spirit is kept alive in Beast Burger's outlook and interiors. Beast & Butter, the brand's first outpost in Bangkok, stands out with its vivid yellow facade. The same colour scheme continues inside. The vibrant, relaxed space is furnished to carry a retro-ish vibe, with brown leather upholstery booths, marble top tables and ceramic green tiles.
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Holey goodness!
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 24/01/2020
» Do yourself a favour and toss out those low-quality, mass-produced doughnuts, which are oftentimes fried in old oil and consist of chemicals to prolong their shelf life. At the numerous artisanal doughnut shops that have popped up across the city, you can get high-quality, homemade-style doughnuts. Though each shop is unique, they have one thing in common; they all produce their doughnuts in a non-mechanised way. Dough'nt take our word for it, try them yourself!
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Into the wilderness
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 22/11/2019
» It always feels like summertime in Bangkok, the exception being the few days when the temperature drops. When that happens, many Bangkokians grab the opportunity and swiftly head up north for winter camping Thai-style. This time, ditch the ordinary tents and get cozy with some lavish camping instead. We've got a few spots to choose from:
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Afternoon tea, five ways
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 05/03/2021
» Scones with jam and clotted cream, dainty cucumber sandwiches and mini desserts have always been part of British afternoon tea tradition and they are all delightful. However, here in Asia we have learnt to add Asian touches to the classic. Guru lists a few places where you can enjoy a lovely afternoon with delights from our side of the world.
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