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The Pok Pok chef returns
Guru, Pasavat Tanskul, Published on 01/03/2019
» From his humble beginnings as a dishwasher in Vermont, chef Andy Ricker's frequent travels to Thailand gave him a taste of northern Thai and Isan cuisines. After years of training, the restaurateur adapted the cuisines for his Pok Pok Thai restaurant in Portland, Oregon which would later expand into a franchise across several cities, including Los Angeles and New York. After making an appearance at last year's Mad Face Food Week, he is returning this year as the main chef of Mad Face's Exclusive Private Dinners to introduce his latest interest — Vietnamese cuisine.
Dial Z For Zero
Guru, Pasavat Tanskul, Published on 01/02/2019
» Plastic pollution is an ever-increasing threat to health and the environment, signalling a desperate call for change. Madeleine Recknagel aims to fight the "throwaway" lifestyle we have become so accustomed to by leading a zero-waste lifestyle with a philosophy of rethink, refuse, reduce, reuse, repair, recycle and rot. The lecturer gives talks and hosts workshops at various institutions and events, highlighting issues, as well giving out solutions on the use of plastic. She recently did a talk at TEDxChiangMai last year titled 'From Sustainable Self to Sustainable Us'. She has a blog and Facebook/Instagram page called "The Sustainable Self", which serves as a platform for her to provide tips and insights to hosting community workshops on how to live a waste-free lifestyle.
Art attack
Guru, Pasavat Tanskul, Published on 01/02/2019
» Those who appreciate the world of art will find themselves busy in the next few days and weeks (and perhaps in many months time) as there are numerous art festivals and exhibitions around the Big Mango to pique your interest. Thailand is a melting pot of creativity and self-expression, with local and foreign talents displaying various works of arts from the use of simple objects to the more abstract. Without further ado, let's take a look at these creative exhibitions and highlight a few.
Energy Kitchen
Guru, Pasavat Tanskul, Published on 01/02/2019
» I find it harder and harder to focus on achieving New Year resolutions to eat healthy, toiling away as I write article after article for you readers to digest. There are various methods to lead a healthy lifestyle and when you're pressed for time ordering from a delivery service that caters to eating healthy meals might just be the easiest way. In a sea of similar services, Energy Kitchen springs right into action giving me the boost I need. Without wasting time, I delved into their monthly menu. Seeing as these are items from January, your experience may vary.
Friendly neighbourhood cafe
Guru, Pasavat Tanskul, Published on 11/01/2019
» Having opened in August last year, About White Cafe & Bistro is part of the hip hub of creativity and renovated spaces of all things art and cuisine in the Charoen Krung area. Living up to its name, the small cafe evokes all things white from its bright white light neon sign hung on the white-tiled walls to the decor and furniture. You can sit to face the wide windows and look at the greenery outside or sit outside in an urban-garden setting. A cafe that is easy on the eyes and a place where you can chill out with friends and play boardgames, which include Exploding Kittens and Uno.
Life Is Full Of Chocolates
Guru, Pasavat Tanskul, Published on 28/12/2018
» Who says chocolate can't be art? With more than 13 years experience, master chocolatier Sarath Nimlamai has established the eponymous Sarath N. Chocolatier where he specialises in crafting and serving all things chocolate, with a primary focus on the sweet, small and chocolatey-filled bonbons. What's unique about his craft is his ability to fuse unique ingredients into said bonbons such as Thai liqueur and fruits such as raspberry and mango. Having opened in October, he opened up this small and minimalist chocolate shop in the hopes of showcasing what Thailand can offer with chocolate, with the cacao home-grown in a farm outside the city.
What up 2019!
Guru, Pasavat Tanskul, Published on 04/01/2019
» 2019 is here, bringing with it a whole slew of events and things to look forward to as we struggle to achieve our New Year's Resolutions (not really). Although the year has only just begun, there are already tonnes of things to look forward to and lucky for you dear readers, GURU has compiled a list of is worth your attention. Mark your calendars!
Keeping it Asean
Guru, Pasavat Tanskul, Published on 04/01/2019
» Asian Fusion Mon-Fri 7am-8pm, Sat 7am-6.30pm, G/F, FYI Center, Rama IV. Visit www.fb.com/SOasean. Call 063-902-2405.
Strike a pose
Guru, Pasavat Tanskul, Published on 07/12/2018
» Thai-French dancer Phitthaya "Sun" Phaefuang grew up in Norway, where he cultivated a passion for the performing arts. After graduating from the Oslo National Academy of the Arts, he came to Thailand to pursue his interests and has gained a level of recognition since, working around Asia and along side famous contemporary Thai dancer Pichet Klunchun as well as other leading artists in Asia. Leaning more towards experimental performing arts, Sun is involved in the art of voguing, a dance form born out of ball culture of LGBT community in the US. The ball scene is documented in 1991's award-winning Paris is Burning. Sun will be hosting Thailand's first ever Diversity Kiki Ball (goo.gl/ecp7BD), a gathering where people compete through dance and fashion in different categories, in hope of expanding the country's vogue scene and promoting inclusivity. The ball at the Penta nightclub will feature noted voguers in Asia and focuses on local culture. Guru chatted with Sun, who explains the dance style and the scene.
In a state of trance
Guru, Pasavat Tanskul, Published on 07/12/2018
» The trance music scene grew steadily this year, with high-profile festivals such as Phuket's UnKonscious Festival in May and Genesis Festival in July, as well as the Thai debut of Armin van Buuren's trance radio show "A State of Trance" getting onstage at 808 Festival tomorrow. There have been numerous highlights showcasing global international trance artists and DJs for fans to enjoy. Organiser Trance Lovers Thailand have invited high-profile acts to perform in the Big Mango, hosting a series of shows titled "Trance Nights" at Sukhumvit's Insanity Nightclub. Guru chatted with Dutch trance producer Ram Boon, better known by his stage name RAM, to find out his thoughts on the trance scene in Thailand and his future plans.