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Guru's Weekly Buzz: Jan 30-Feb 5
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 30/01/2026
» Guru By Bangkok Post's weekly pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
The World’s Best Bar is in Hong Kong
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 09/10/2025
» HONG KONG — At The World’s 50 Best Bars 2025 award ceremony, held in Hong Kong last night, Bar Leone in Hong Kong ranked No.1 on list, making it the first bar in Asia to be awarded the title. It also took home the title of The Best Bar in Asia 2025.
Handshake Speakeasy in Mexico City named the World’s Best Bar
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 24/10/2024
» The annual list of The World’s 50 Best Bars was unveiled on Tuesday in Madrid, Spain. In its 16th edition, the awards united the global bar community in recognition of the bartenders, bar owners and brands at the forefront of the international cocktail scene.
Controversial laughs
Guru, Eric E Surbano, Published on 31/12/2021
» Those who don’t know who John Cleese is are missing a lot of laughs in their lives. The legendary British comedian’s career spans more than 60 years, from his work with the equally legendary comedy troupe Monty Python which he co-founded to the iconic sitcom Fawlty Towers. Over his lengthy career, Cleese has had his fair share of controversies due to the material of his comedy.
Through the looking glass
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 17/12/2021
» We have a few pages left to close the book on the year of "perseverance", Cambridge Dictionary's Word of the Year 2021. It aptly sums up our shared experiences. Whether it is the pandemic, the "moving abroad" phenomenon or the cryptocurrency and NFT crazes, 2021 has been an eventful ride, for better or worse. Guru speaks to people from different fields who weigh in on the global and domestic trends of 2021. Let's hear about their roller-coaster rides, as well as their unforgettable experiences.
Class of Covid-19
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 20/08/2021
» Stepping out into the world as a fresh graduate during a pandemic has been undeniably difficult. Transition into adulthood is tough enough without Miss Rona, who has caused the decline of job opportunities, an unstable political situation and loss of life experiences, to name a few on the tip of the iceberg. However, this is a reality that millions of young Thais face today. Guru speaks to a few to learn about their beginnings at adulthood and resources they can turn to for help.
The queen of prints
Guru, Hong Tholly Sonit, Published on 23/08/2019
» Orla Kiely, an Irish fashion designer based in London, was nicknamed "the Queen of Prints" by The Guardian. Her designs have appeared on a wide range of things from kitchenware, stationery, furniture, wallpaper, dresses and accessories. With a passion for fashion since young, she pursued a bachelor's degree in art in Dublin and moved to London to earn a master's degree. Soon she founded her fashion brand, Kiely Rowan PLC, with husband, Dermott Rowan. She becomes an internationally renowned designer, winning many big awards, including the UK Fashion Export Gold Award. She has exhibited at the Fashion and Textile Museum Exhibition in London while her famous fans include Kate Middleton (the Duchess of Cambridge), Kirsten Dunst and Alexa Chung. After her company ceased trading in late 2018, Kiely is back with a collaboration with Jaspal, Thailand's leading fashion line. Guru speaks to Kiely to find out what makes her the "print queen".