My favorite place – Koh Samui
By Percy Roxas. Myla Leilani Caceres, Director of Sales & Marketing, Crowne Plaza Bangkok Lumpini Park. This 40-something hardworking Filipina is, in her own words, responsible for “a full spectrum of sales and marketing strategy to maximize profitability in all key market segments of
Dining Specials – January 2013
Novotel Bangkok Platinum celebrated its 1st birthday recently with a charity event called “Freeze for the Kids” in which the hotel organized one of the biggest Freeze Mobs in Thailand along with extra activities
The Siam wins five top honours at the 2012 Gallivanter’s Awards
BANGKOK, Thailand (January 23, 2013) — The Siam, Bangkok, has been recognised by The 2012 Gallivanter’s Awards for Excellence, sweeping the board with five of the prestigious honours. The Siam was selected for the “Editor’s Choice Award”, one of
Thamos, King of Egypt – Mozart Concert
The Mahidol University College of Music and the “Comité Solidarité Franco-Thai” (CSFT) proudly present a Mozart concert “Thamos, King of Egypt” (K.345) featuring the Mahidol University Chamber Choir and the Mahidol University Baroque Orchestra under the baton of Henri Pompidor. The
Tourism Authority of Thailand launches “Wedding & Celebrations in Thailand”
Tourism Authority of Thailand launched its second edition of wedding book “Wedding & Celebrations in Thailand. Tourism Authority of Thailand launched its second edition of the Wedding book “Weddings & Celebrations in Thailand” at a gala evening held at The Leela
A Foodie’s Verdict: No Judgment
By Vikram Sohonie. Thailand, and Bangkok in particular, reigns supreme in my list of countries and metropolises that relentlessly capture the heart. After years of struggling to pinpoint precisely why, the single, totemic reason eventually reveals itself: Thailand is a
Spa Offers – January 2013
Conrad Koh Samui Named “The Best New Spa 2012” by SpaFinder® Wellness Koh Samui – Conrad Koh Samui was named one of “The Best New Spa 2012” under the Readers’ Choice Category Award by SpaFinder Wellness. This prestigious recognition validates
Bangkok: Foodies’ Choice
With exciting flavors and offerings from Adelaide to Zurich, Bangkok iis the United Nations of gastronomic possibilities By Laurence Civil. Bangkok is the one city where you can practice the art of gastronomy from street level to the finest most elegant restaurants;
Jaras Aviation launches Regional Luxury Private Jet Charter Service
Inaugural Flight to Intercontinental Hua Hin Resort HUA HIN, THAILAND : Exclusive luxury private jet company Jaras Aviation launched its first flight recently to Hua Hin, the first of many journeys the new business will take as it offers a fast,
An Evening of Philanthropy at the St. Regis Bangkok
The St. Regis Charity Culinary Gala to raise funds towards Her Majesty Queen Sirikit’s SUPPORT Foundation. Bangkok, Thailand (11 January, 2013) – For over a century, the St. Regis brand has been an advocator of philanthropy, a legacy that dates back
How to Stay Fit During and After the Holidays
In the world of fitness, this time of year means tons of new faces and lives being changed. New Year's magically pulls people to exercise – maybe you're feeling the pull yourself. Also a lot of us are going for
Hip to be ‘A Square’
Most of the current strength of A Square lies in that it’s not another multi-level mall; it looks and feels different from the rest. Text & Photos By Paul Cypert. Talk to someone who has lived in Bangkok for a longer time
Style 2013
We all know of Classics, Bohemian, Minimalist, High Fashion, and Avant Garde, but the most important thing is to find out whatever suits one best. By Kornkanok Yongsakul. A few lucky women are born with style but not most of us. Style
Excited for Emirates
Jabr Al-Azeeby, Manager for Thailand and Indochina, Emirates Airlines. Jabr sees many opportunities for Emirates Airlines to explore in Thailand and the region, although competition is tougher than ever. By Percy Roxas. Last year, Emirates Airlines appointed a new area manager for Thailand and Indochina
Living the Dream
Kornkanok Yongsakul, PR & Communications, Princess Yacht Thailand. “I think I lead an extreme lifestyle. I’m living fully every day. I’m traveling, dining, meeting people, and seeing, exploring, learning about a lot of new things. It’s exciting.’ – Kornkanok. She’s young, pretty, and fashionable.
Committed to the finest of Fine Dining
Filippo Cassabgi, Market Development Manager, Asia-Pacific, Sanpellegrino Nestle Waters. It is Filippo’s mission is to spread the good word among Asia’s increasing number of fine dining restaurants and discriminating Asian diners. By John Howe. Filippo Cassabgi has just one mission, and that is to introduce
Thailand’s ‘Wine Queen’
Benjawan Wisootsat, Managing Director, Owner, fin Wines (Thailand). Ben combines her passion for art and for the good life and with her companies generously shares those passions with us. By Percy Roxas. I first met Benjawan (Ben) Wisootsat in the early 2000s when I interviewed
So Sweet Valentine at Sofitel So Bangkok
On February 14, lovers will have the chance to celebrate Valentine’s Day like nowhere else as Sofitel So Bangkok presents three tantalizing romantic set-menu dinners that are simply made for love. Lovers can expect the champagne, the roses, the romantic
Oysters Sublime
14 - 26 January 2013 Fresh from the shores of France, Europe's finest oysters have been shipped to Dusit Thani Bangkok's top floor French restaurant D'Sens for you to savour. Their skilled chefs have taken the succulent oyster to create a
Passion for the Perfect Recipe
Anna Olson was in Thailand recently for the debut of her “Fresh Flavors with Anna Olson Tour,” part of the Asian Food Channel's Culinary Masterpieces. program. Loookeast met with her before the first of her two nights of dinners
Mind Reader
Master mentalist Loir Suchard has dazzled audiences around the world with his mind-reading abilities, mesmerizing performances, and disarming sense of humor. Now, he is eyeing Asia – from Bangkok. Text & Photo By Percy Roxas. Hollywood superstar Renee Zellweger described best my
‘I Destined My Success’
Ingo Schweder, Founder & Chief Executive Office, GOCO Hospitality. Hard-working, smart-working CEO takes his company to a position of substantial growth simply because of the good work they do. By Percy Roxas. Ingo Schweder, founder and CEO of GOGO Hospitality, has a reputation that precedes
‘Absolute’-ly Successful
Jonathon Wigley, Founder & CEO, Absolute Hotels Services. Born in Hong Kong but educated at an English public school, Absolute Hotel Services founder and CEO Jonathon Wigley had no doubt of his career choice. By John Howe. Jonathon Wigley knew exactly what he wanted to