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A glam staycation at Amdaeng Bangkok Riverside

A glam staycation at Amdaeng Bangkok Riverside

Romance upon the river

Last June, I have stayed at the Boutique hotel Amdaeng Riverside for my third staycation since the lockdown has been eased down. I have booked this hotel for its gorgeous and singular decoration and architecture. As a blogger with a sensibility to aestheticism, I am looking for peculiar designs and unique experiences. This story is based on my own experience.

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Slow life in Kho Kao Noi

Slow life in Kho Kao Noi

Retreat at Cape Kudu

A few weeks ago, I booked the fantastic 3,000 THB unlimited air flight tickets with Air Asia allowing me to travel unlimited domestically from July to December. I just need to book my ticket 21 days in advance and to pay for the airport fees between 50 to 100 baht each way. This is amazing deal for a travelista like me! For my first trip under this scheme and I chose…

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Chef Kits, a new meal box concept delivered to your doorstep

Chef Kits, a new meal box concept delivered to your doorstep

A new way to cook at home

Young urban professionals are always keen for new concept and the food industry is also in the trend. Since the pandemic has hit our lives, food delivery apps are booming as they do offer convenience and a safety way to eat at home. Everyone in Bangkok is familiar with Foodpanda, Grab and lineMan and might use the app a few times a week. It is very convenient as…

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Green escape to Khao Yai

Green escape to Khao Yai

For the long weekend of 25th July on the King Anniversary, my friends Tanya, Julia and I wanted to escape the city and we decided to plan a trip to Khao Yai.

We wanted to have a relaxing weekend away from the crowds so we avoid Hua Hin, Pattaya as we thought that this 2 beach areas would be crowded and fully packed for the long weekend. We were right when we see friends and acquaintances…

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Stage

STAGE is a newly opened French restaurant led by Chef Jay Sangsingkaew and her skilled crew from Joel Robuchon’s L’Atelier, offering fine dining fare with a twist, located in Ekkamai.

Sneak Peek

STAGE pronounced in the French way “stahj” is the new French restaurant lying down in a small alley in Ekkamai established by Chef Jay Sangsingkaew, former Chef of L’Atelier. She reunites around…

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Baltic Blunos

Wander in the wild of Baltic countries

It was Several months ago before everything shut down. I was still free and fearless. The novel covid-19 outbreak was already here with hundreds of cases in Bangkok but safety measures have been already taken place by F&B industry which was also the case for this fine dining establishment. The virus already wiped out the dining scene as patrons were…

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A gourmet staycation at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel in Bangkok

A gourmet staycation at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel in Bangkok

Dine’cation package in the city

When glam and gourmet meets with a Dine’cation package at one of the most luxury hotel in Bangkok, The Athenee, a Luxury Collection. For you I have tested this retreat and it has been a delight from the moment I have entered the hotel until I left. The staff will welcome you warmly and all the measured have been taken to provide a safe stay within the city.

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Blissful escape to Ayutthaya

Blissful escape to Ayutthaya

Sala Ayutthaya a blissful escape

In the midst of the pandemic SARS2/COVID-19 while the Thai government is easing the lockdown measures, with my friend Tanya we planed to take a break from the hustle and bustle of Bangkok. After staying at home for over 2 months and not been able to travel since the beginning of March it has been a joy to be able to hit the road and escape in a private Pool…

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1919 Italian Bar & Restaurant

1919 Italian Bar & Restaurant

1919 brings the Aperitivo culture to Sathorn

When the time will be right, we are all thinking about to go back to our favorite restaurants, bars with our friends and celebrate life with a couple of cocktails. Italy has a strong appetite for aperitivo celebration after work with friends, colleagues or families nibbling on some antipasti, pizza and sipping on their favorite cocktails the…

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Quince Bangkok

When fire meets with local products

Setting the scene

Quince has been one of my favorite spots to hang out with friends for many years as for many other expats living for a while in Bangkok from dinner to brunch time. I loved the rustic atmosphere and yet swanky vibe at the bar. The food was marvelous and bringing to Bangkok Mediterranean flavors focusing on local and premium products.…

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Beach gateway to Koh Samet

Beach gateway to Koh Samet

Beach calling

Living or traveling in Thailand and on the look for a beach escape at only 2 to 3 hours away from Bangkok, Koh Samet is noteworthy if you do not want to fly to the Southern islands.

Koh Samet is located 220 Kilometers south-east of Bangkok in Rayong province. The island is part of a marine national park and boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in the country with…

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Kad Kokoa

Kad Kokoa, your chocolate fix to your doorstep

Bean to Bar Chocolate makers in the heart of Bangkok

Are you a chocolate addict as I am and a sweet tooth? Have you heard about bean-to-bar chocolate before? Kad Kokoa is one of the very first bean-to-bar chocolate factories and a chocolate coffee shop in the heart of Bangkok in the Sathorn area. The factory/chocolate shop lies in a two story timber House in the quiet street of  Narathiwas…

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Gigi - Dining Hall & Bar

Gigi – Dining Hall & Bar

A cheerful Italian eatery in Phrom Phong

Looking for a casual dining restaurant with a great vibe, don’t look further. Gigi Dining Hall & Bar led by the same team behind Sing Sing Theatre and Iron Balls Gin Parlour welcomes you and your friends in a cozy and yet en vogue atmosphere.

The restaurant Gigi lies in the same location that used to house the popular Quince in Sukhumvit soi 45…

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Crimson Room

An evening with the Great Gatsby in Bangkok

The day before my birthday so on 20th January 2020 I was at the Intercontinental Bangkok for the annual Thai Tourism Forum where I had a few drinks and canape while meeting with some friends from the hospitality and tourism business. Was still early evening and a friend of mine in need of a drink asked me if I was free to join her for a last…

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Ministry of Crab Bangkok

Ministry of Crab Bangkok

Who will put his/her claws on this giant crab?

Seafood lovers can now catch the giant Sri-Lankan lagoon crab since the opening of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurant The Ministry of Crab bringing the warm and bold flavors of Sri-Lankan cuisine in Bangkok. No need anymore to book a flight to Colombo to put your hands on the Crabzilla!

Sneak Peak

Ministry of Crab founded by iconic Sri-Lankan and…

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Best spots in town for a happy hour session

Best spots in town for a happy hour session

Broke until payday or not, we are all in look for some sweet deals and especially the ones who are going out every nights after work on weekdays and weekends. So where in Bangkok can you drink more for less? here a list of incredible bars with the best deals in the Big Mango.

Everyday deal Nana/Asoke

Hemingway’s Bangkokfrom 11.00 am to 8.00 pm on selection of drinks, beers, wine, and…

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L’Oliva Ristorante & Wine Bar

L’Oliva Ristorante & Wine Bar

La Dolce Vita

Thonglor Sukhumvit soi 36 and 38 is flourishing with new cool restaurants and cafe recently. Is it the new place to be in 2020?

A few months ago I was still living in this sleepy neighborhood at the Rhythm 36-38 before to move to Phrakanong with the boy. Back then, the only place to grab a brunch was at Toby’s 38 same goes for a cup of coffee. Today, a few places open up and…