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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Unravelling the threads of a culinary legacy. Perhaps it will manifest in its full elegance as delicate golden tresses, resting languorously on a gleaming banana leaf; or, maybe as a…
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Bowl after bowl after bowl of the iconic bloodstock noodles Several major rivers like the Chao Phraya and the Mae Klong weave their way through the country and course south…
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Restaurant cooking in Bangkok may be reaching global standards, but little thought or training goes into the improvement of service. I don’t think it’s an exaggeration to say that the…
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The highs and the lows of the Thai Premier League. The Port Authority of Thailand (PAT) Stadium is only a 12-minute walk from the Bangkok Post building, where I worked…
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A young Japanese chef blends tradition and innovation and brings smiles to diners’ faces and joy to their hearts. In the regimented world of Japanese high culture, every single move…