All about Matcha
These days Matcha is everywhere. It’s being blogged on, and pictures of it flood the instagram and other social media. So what is about the Matcha that has made it such a hot topic? It has a unique flavour with a beautiful green colour. Let’s learn the history, preparation, health benefits and some recipes of […]
The creation of Thammachart Seafood
When I was a kid, my Dad used to offer me $5 to eat one clam; I refused. I am not a seafood lover, but after sitting down and talking with Julian and Yeeran Davies, CEO and CMO of Thammachart Seafood, the tide has started to turn for me. Thammachart Seafood, meaning ‘natural’ in Thai, […]
Banyan Tree Bangkok launches deluxe dining-cruise service along ‘River of Kings’
Saffron Cruise blends hotel’s award-winning cuisine with romantic riverine scenery in this uniqueadventure-in elegance excursion. Banyan Tree Bangkok Hotel announces the launch of Saffron Cruise, a new riverboat cruise service aimed at discerning diners and culture aficionados with an appreciation for Thailand’s artistic heritage and the timeless splendour of the Chao Phraya River. The waterborne […]
Bangkok Gin Festival 2019 is back
Bangkok Gin Festival returns on 9-10 Nov 2019 for the second time. The two-day festival will be held on the 2nd floor of Nineteen Up (Baan Silom), from 1pm onwards, with multiple international gin brands showcasing their gins. The event will be an occasion for Gin enthusiast to discover over 100 brands of gin and […]
Myths and Truths about a plant-based diet
There are food fads and in-trend diets, and then there are food revolutions that change the way people think about nutrition and what they eat. In 2019, there has been a huge rise in the number of people following a plant-based diet, while vegetarianism is on the up too. In the US, vegetarianism has increased […]
10 Tips to help your kids to eat more veggies
Every year there is noted a rise in obesity and related health problems in kids. The issue? The availability of junk food, food-on-demand and a serious lack of nutritious mealtimes, not to mention busy parents who themselves often go for convenience and comfort rather than portion control and balance. However, getting youngsters to pile up […]
ONE SIAM the ‘must-see’ destination for all the family in the centre of Bangkok
ONESIAM is a Global Destination of Extraordinary Experiences in Thailand. The premier entertainment attractions in Thailand and the best selection of restaurants in Bangkok all under the same roof. If you are visiting Bangkok from overseas, having a day out in the capital or you are an international resident in Thailand there is no better […]
New organic market @Brasserie 9
Join the new Organic Market from Brasserie 9 in Sathorn starting next Saturday, September 7. Brasserie 9 Organic Market is open every Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. A lot of fresh organic vegetables, rice, egg, oil, fish, pork, and herbal juice from local farmers will be available. First do the shopping for Saturday […]
The pungency of ginger
The Thailand and Asia region have a long history of using some of the most wonderful vegetables, herbs and spices grown for medicinal purposes. One such vegetable or spice is ginger. The discussion at times debates if ginger is a spice or vegetable. Ginger is a vegetable according to the University of California Davis because […]
Char at Indigo Hotel Wireless Rd.
I recently took an important client to dinner in Wireless Rd and wanted to impress so took my guest to Char Bangkok which is the signature restaurant of Hotel Indigo, part of the world’s largest chain of hotels, International Hotel Group. They have a young, good looking, talented head chef from Hawaii of all places, […]