Features and long-form coverage of culture, travel, food, and tradition
Obesity is a major public health problem, both internationally and in Thailand. In 2022, according to the World Health Organization, 1 in 8 people in the world were living with obesity. Between 1990 and 2022, the obesity rate more than doubled among adults and quadrupled among children and adolescents worldwide. In Thailand, obesity is continuing
The Michelin Guide Thailand is to feature Chon Buri in its 2025 edition, marking both its eighth year and the inclusion of Bangkok’s nearest seaside province. This expansion widens the guide’s scope to encompass Thailand’s diverse culinary landscape, highlighting unique regional offerings alongside established destinations like Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket. Chon Buri is the
“An autobiography not only relates stories about a person’s life, but it is also a book full of lessons. Good or bad, we all have to go through (life).” In two sentences, Dr Sumet Tantivejkul, Secretary General of Chaipattana Foundation, summed up his 300-page autobiography titled “Chivit Nee Chata Likit” or “Destined Life”. Priced at
As April dawns upon Chiang Mai with its scorching sun and searing heat, the former Lanna capital bursts into energy, heralding the arrival of Songkran, the traditional Thai New Year festival. This year, Chiang Mai’s Songkran festival, known as “Paa Wenee Pee Mai Mueang Chiang Mai,” runs from April 4 to 16, extending the graceful
The 42nd annual Thailand Tourism 2024, curated by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), promises to enchant with diverse activities across nine captivating zones. From March 28 to April 1, the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center will transform into a hub of excitement and celebration, drawing travel enthusiasts and fans of all things Thai into
Thai gastronomic innovator and restaurant owner Pichaya “Pam” Soontornyanakij has been named Asia’s Best Female Chef 2024 in Asia’s 50 Best Restaurant Awards. Pichaya said she wants her win to inspire young female chefs to break barriers. She will receive her award at the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants ceremony on March 26 in Seoul. “Chef
The northern province of Mae Hong Son comes alive with vibrant colours and rich traditions during the Poy Sang Long Festival, creating a mesmerizing spectacle from March to April. The festival, a celebration of novice ordination among the Tai Yai, descendants of the Shan people, transforms the province into a tapestry of faith and cultural
Seeking refuge from the sweltering heat of Bangkok? Discover a tranquil oasis just a stone’s throw away from the urban sprawl in the Bang Ko Bua riverside community along the Chao Phraya River. This idyllic escape offers enchanting waterways, lush gardens, and delightful home-cooked cuisine, providing a serene reprieve from the chaotic city. Perched on
If you find yourself rolling your eyes at the overly rosy picture painted by Bangkok’s slogan, “Krungthep Cheewit Dee Dee Thee Long Tua” (Bangkok: The Perfect Life), then a new exhibition at the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre (BACC) might be the perfect antidote. How is Bangkok perceived through your eyes? Is it all gridlocked
Plant-based food companies and brands are being urged to improve the taste and lower the prices of their products while providing more information about the benefits of plant-based foods and nutrition and removing certain ingredients to make them healthier. Such moves would almost certainly drive plant-based food adoption and enable companies to achieve market growth.
In her first solo exhibition, “Basement in Your Soul,” Napath Kuntaruck (aka “Fahfahs”) beautifully presents the human mind through art. She compares it to various rooms in a house, including the basement, which represents the darkest and deepest part of our soul. Different states of the human mind are conveyed through 3 cute cartoon characters
The immediate reaction of visitors to HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s latest photo exhibition will undoubtedly be that she is good at capturing moments just like her father! And indeed, those familiar with the photographs taken by the late King Rama IX will recognise the shared passion for photography and the arts of the Princess
