This aquatic plant found in marshy wetlands across Southeast Asia and the Indian subcontinent is used as both a culinary vegetable and medicinal herb.
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A young entrepreneur combining and conceptualising bookstores and publishing with art and design into a cultural enterprise. Shane Suvikapakornkul is a man with vision and mission. Through possibilities and opportunities,…
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A Royal wat and the origin of the Dhammakaya Movement, Wat Pak Nam remains one of the most revered temples in the city. Photos by Joe Cummings At the beginning…
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Exploring the many foods, foreign neighbourhoods and exotic flavours of Bangkok The local girl I was seeing refused my testicles. As someone raised in these parts, I was confident she…
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This little food corner has a history that goes back many generations. Kaeng Kari Nai Yong is the name of its most famous dish from Mr. Yong, the creator. It…
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Everything is not as straightforward as it seems for this seemingly Thai-invented staple. Living in Thailand and writing about food, I thought I had tried everything; sucked, slurped,poked, prodded, scooped…
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The grand opening of the much-anticipated IconSiam by HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindorn saw another addition to the city’s world-class landmarks, but in years to come will the mall be…
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The US artist on his exhibition “Many Rivers” and breathing new life into ancient myths. Most civilisations were born out of great rivers such as the Nile, the Ganges, and…
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Juggling artistry and commerce, a young Thai artist/gallerist switches between prodigy and productivity. Few artists can straddle upon dual roles of artistry and commerce. Angkrit Ajchariyasophon switches his hats from…
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Lost neighbourhoods and beyond: in search of good grub. Where you live in Bangkok reflects the kind of foodie you are. This might be a big city, but its many…
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