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Somtow's epic Das Jati returns to the stage
Life, Andrew Eisenmann, Published on 20/08/2024
» Opera Siam recently presented Das Jati, a series of highlights from Somtow Sucharitkul's epic 10-opera series Ten Lives Of The Buddha, at the Thailand Cultural Centre Main Hall.
A night to remember in Phuket
Life, Andrew Eisenmann, Published on 28/04/2022
» When I think of Phuket, I think about the beach -- nearby Koh Phi Phi with swimsuit and G-string clad partying 20-somethings trying to experience every excitement that life has to offer. That was until I was fortunate enough to attend the sold-out gala and premiere performance of the new Asian Sinfonietta Symphony.
Killing a virus or killing the planet?
Andrew Jacka, Published on 10/09/2020
» A global pandemic has forced us to change the way we live and work. Cleanliness, hygiene, hand-washing, sanitization, disinfectant, anti-virus, hand-gels and face masks are key points of discussion around the world.
Exploring eight dimensions of wellness
Andrew Jacka, Published on 13/08/2020
» Many are talking about wellness but as it is being used across many different business types it can also be confusing. So, what is wellness? The Oxford Dictionary defines wellness as ‘the state of being healthy, especially when you actively try to achieve this', while healthy is defined as ‘having good health and not likely to become ill'. In other words, it is the process of becoming aware of and making choices which yield a healthy, active and fulfilling life.
Thailand in no hurry to reboot airline travel
Andrew Wood, Published on 25/06/2020
» A senior director in the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand said [on June 20] that international flights were not likely to resume in Thailand until late September.
Afternoon Delight
Holiday Time, Bruce Scott, Published on 28/12/2018
» There’s something festive about afternoon tea to begin with - just having half the day free is cause enough for celebration - but this month you can add a special yuletide touch to the proceedings at the holiday-themed Festive Afternoon Tea at the Waldorf Astoria Bangkok’s Peacock Alley lounge. From now until December 31st, enjoy a visually stunning selection of specially prepared sweet and savoury nibbles, coupled with a list of exquisite teas from Mariage Frères, all for B2,100++ for two persons.
Stay Classy
Holiday Time, Bruce Scott, Published on 26/12/2018
» Children know that Christmas is a time for dreaming big, but there’s no reason adults can’t dream big too this holiday season. And if your dream involves moving into a beautiful luxury condominium, close to plenty of green space but still in the heart of the downtown core, then do yourself a favour and visit the sales gallery and showroom of The Residences at Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok.
All-day Dining with a French Flair
Holiday Time, Bruce Scott, Published on 25/12/2018
» Langsuan Road is buzzing these days, and the massive hotel, residence, and retail development project known collectively as Sindhorn Village is certainly driving a lot of that activity. Among the handful of new dining spots to appear on the scene here is the Cafe Eiffel Langsuan, where the fare has a decidedly French flair. This charming and cheerful all-day dining spot is located midway down the length of Langsuan, right beside the sales gallery and showroom of The Residences at Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok (due to be completed in 2020).
Nordic Noël
Holiday Time, Bruce Scott, Published on 14/12/2018
» Since its official opening this past July, the Waldorf Astoria Bangkok has earned a prominent position at the forefront of the city upscale wining and dining scene. But they haven’t done this by playing it safe. Take for instance the beautifully designed ground floor fine dining venue, aptly titled the Front Room. Originally envisioned as simply a Thai restaurant, the venue took on a decidedly different twist when the multi-talented Rungthiwa ‘Fae’ Chummongkhon was chosen to helm the restaurant as Chef de Cuisine, promising a blend of Nordic and Thai culinary characteristics.
Festive Fusion
Holiday Time, Bruce Scott, Published on 14/12/2018
» If Tenshino, the recently opened Japanese restaurant at the Pullman Bangkok King Power hotel, isn’t on your foodie radar yet then now’s the time to rectify that oversight. Located on the 2nd floor, this innovative dining spot debuted about five months ago and elegantly fuses both the cuisines and the artistic flair of France and Japan. To get a taste of what this kitchen team are capable of-one chef is Japanese and the other is French-the restaurant’s specially prepared Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve set menus provide a superb introduction.