Michelin-Starred Chef Raffaele Ros at Gianni Ristorante
Michelin-starred chef Raffaele Ros, from San Martino restaurant, Italy, visited Bangkok on June 28-30 and, in partnership with Fresh Direct and Gianni Ristorante, he crafted a 6-course menu and a special wine dinner, all paired with Primosic wines, exclusively imported
King of Kings, an exhibition by Maura Moynihan to honor Thailand’s late monarch
King of Kings, a painting exhibition in honor of Thailand’s late monarch, His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej by famed American artist and musician Maura Moynihan, is on show at 23 Bar & Gallery from now until May 13, 2017. This is
New Hotel Manager at Banyan Tree Phuket
Banyan Tree Phuket is pleased to announce the appointment of Manuel Lang as Hotel Manager, effective March 27th 2017. He will be reporting to the Area General Manager Sriram Kailasam and will support the team to achieve greater success. Bringing
Hilton Sukhumvit Bangkok introduces ‘Japanese-Italian culinary love affair’by top guest chef Masanori Tezukaat Scalini restaurant
Hilton Sukhumvit Bangkok today announces that the award-winning modern Italian restaurant Scalini will host Japanese-Italian guest chef Masanori Tezuka from Japan. This follows the successful visit of Italian guest chef Riccardo Catarsi from Singapore in late 2016. Top chef Masanori Tezuka brings his
Laguna Phuket Announces the Inaugural Food & Music Festival In Celebration of its 30th Anniversary
A Three-Day Food & Music Extravaganza at Asia's Premier Destination Resort Caption: Ravi Chandran, Managing Director of Laguna Phuket (2nd from left) and Laguna Phuket’s Executive Chefs ready to whip up a feast for the glorious weekend of great food and lively
Michelin-Star shines with Chef Yoji Tokuyoshi at JOJO
Michelin-starred Chef Yoji Tokuyoshi hosts a degustation series, with wine pairings, at JOJO, The St. Regis Bangkok, from 23 to 26 November 2016. The St. Regis Bangkok is proud to present a special guest at the kitchen of JOJO, namely acclaimed,
HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s Death Announced
His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej (King Rama IX), the beloved King of Thailand and the world’s longest reigning head of state, this afternoon succumbed after a lingering battle with declining health since July 2006. His Majesty was 88. Since 2006, His
Executive chef Anil Kumar keeps on springing surprises at Indus Bangkok
Executive chef Anil Kumar keeps on springing surprises at Indus Contemporary Indian Restaurant, especially by using local Thai ingredients in creating great Indian food for the guests of the multi award-winning restaurant. By Percy Roxas. Since he was a child, Anil Kumar
Exclusive: Don’t miss a Michelin star chef at Enoteca!!
FOUR GOURMET EVENING WITH MICHELIN CHEF ALESSANDRO BOGLIONE From 14 September To 17 September Bangkok 1 August 2016. Enoteca and Sanpellegrino present four evenings of gastronomic experience with One Michelin Starred Chef Alessandro Boglione from Castello di Grinzane will host 4 gourmet evening from
For Guest Happiness – Michelin star chef Jean-Michel Lorain
With deep-seated love for gastronomic cuisine that has been passed down from one generation to another, Jean Michel Lorain continues a priceless legacy that is a family specialty. By Percy Roxas. Last month, Bangkok foodies were treated a rare opportunity to enjoy
Redefining the Industry – NIDA Rooms
Already the largest and fastest growing Virtual Hotel Chain (VHC) in Southeast Asia, less than a year old NIDA Rooms offers value proposition to both hotel operators and customers. By Percy Roxas. With the face of global travel changing drastically because of
Chef in Focus – BUNKER
Who says you can’t play with food, says Chef Arnie Marcella, head chef at the newly opened the Bunker: a new, contemporary American restaurant that reflects how America is defined today as a melting pot of culture and taste. By Rich Kantita His dear friend
This Month’s Winner – May 2016
Congratulations to Sudsai Pairung, a Thai culinary student who has just returned from Australia, -- our winner this month. “Poo,” as her family and friends fondly call her, shared with us her experience in Suphan Buri, for which she wins
Recipe for Success – Chef Joan Roca
Recent Bangkok visitor Chef Joan Roca, whose restaurant was voted as No. 1 in the world in 2015, shares his thoughts on Thailand as a gastronomic capital, among other related topics. by Anita Zaror. Bangkok’s nights had more stars than usual in
Creating Surprises – Viktoria Cecilia Egli, The Monttra
A Swiss guest experience manager gives us a glimpse of her job and tells us why it is important to create surprises for hotel guests along the way. by Earth Saiswang. Viktoria Cecilia Egli, 20, is a guest experience manager at The
My Favorite Place – May 2016
Apasiri (Pear) Kulthanan, Regina Wilson & Jhena Waring tell us their favorite place in Thailand.
A Miner’s Gold – Mendes Cavin, Miner’s Hospitality
Mendes Cavin, founder and CEO of Miner’s Hospitality believes that people will pay more for great experiences and memories. by Percy Roxas. When Mendes Orisis Cavin came to Thailand from Dubai in 2009 with his now-wife Maypreeya, most hotels wouldn’t accept his
This Month’s Winner – March 2016
Khun Phantipa, a diplomat’s wife now residing in Laos, visited Chiang Mai recently to embrace the short-lived winter in Thailand. She came back with some breathtaking shots of Chokecherry, which is supposedly blossoming up north, and shared them to us.
GM Next Door – Sukamal Mondal of Oriental Residence
With increased focus on his team members and guest satisfaction, GM Sukamal Mondal aims to take Oriental Residence to more success. by Percy Roxas. He may look like the boy next door, and indeed he must be one. But behind that boyish
What’s on Bangkok : 12 cool events to check out this week!!
CROQUIS THURSDAYS : LADIES ART NIGHT Event date: Thursday, 17th March Ladies Night featuring Art, exclusive drinks and croquis models in a cage! Theme of the week: American Playboy (Free Entry All Night, and Free Welcome Drinks from 7PM TO 8PM) Drawing equipment provided.The best
My Favorite Place – March 2016
THE LOCAL Name: Natthadol Patthamadilok Age: 45 From: Bangkok, Thailand Job: District Manager, Ascott International Management (Thailand) Limited My favorite place: Bangkok, especially the shopping malls Bring there: Your family or your loved ones, credit cards, and reusable shopping bags Must-do: There are many fun and edutainment
Connecting Belmond
Former Bangkok expat Maria Kuhn is expected to help Belmond Ltd. expand its global brand presence and further its communications strategy across all markets. by Percy Roxas. In August 2015, London-based Belmond Ltd. appointed Maria Kuhn as Corporate Director of Communications. If
My Favorite Place – February 2016
Radchadaporn Imyoo (E-Business Manager, Siam@Siam Design Hotels & Resorts), Melvin Quah (Area Manager, Ascott International Management Thailand Ltd.) and Archiel A. Gaspillo (Tour Operation Manager) tell us their favorite place. THE LOCAL Name: Radchadaporn Imyoo Age: 39 Country: Thailand Job/Profession: E-Business Manager, Siam@Siam Design Hotels
This Month’s Winner – February 2016
Our winner this month is Winai Tienpajeekul (Tel: 095 541 8831 email: winai.tien@gmail.com) who shared with us his recent experience in Myanmar. Congratulations Winai, from us and our sponsor for this issue from whom you will receive a special prize! With