#PeopleOnRadar: Bangkok City Guide By Chef Pichaya “Pam” Utharntharm

If you're a foodie who lives in Bangkok, chances are you've heard of the culinary star, Chef Pichaya "Pam" Soontornyanakij already. We are here to tell you more about what she is up to and what she loves about her hometown. As chef and owner of several restaurants (The Table, SMOKED and Restaurant POTONG) and

#PeopleOnRadar: Bangkok City Guide By Chef Thitid “Ton” Tassanakajohn

Beyond a shadow of a doubt, a swath of top-drawer Michelin-starred restaurants and distinguished street food haunts have turned Thailand into a must-visit foodie destination. Several of the dining  institutions that have contributed to this are led by the talented Chef Thitid "Ton" Tassanakajohn. Le Du, Chef Ton's progressive Thai fine dining restaurant; image courtesy

#PeopleOnRadar: New York & Bangkok City Guide By Chef Hari Nayak

Success for Chef Hari Nayak comes in different forms; the Indian-born, New York-based Chef has 6 award-winning restaurants across 5 countries and has written 6 cookbooks — each filled with innovative Indian recipes. Not to mention his latest restaurant, SONA New York, which is a partnership with the Bollywood/Hollywood star, Priyanka Chopra. Image courtesy of

#RadarList: Great Doughnut Spots In Bangkok We Absolutely A-Dough

Photo credit: CREAM by Flour Flour When it comes to doughnut business, Bangkok doesn't take it lightly.  In recent years, the Big Mango's dessert scene has been blessed with cool-new doughnut haunts where bakers are frying up fresh sweet golden-brown doughs for doughnut devotees daily. Some are topped and filled the traditional way, with shiny

#RadarReview: A Gastronomic Thai-Cosmopolitan Adventure At EKKALUCK

Stepping into Thailand's inaugural Autograph Collection Hotel, Madi Paidi Bangkok, is akin to immersing oneself in a narrative that beautifully intertwines heritage with modernity. Situated in the bustling neighbourhood of Thong Lor, the hotel seamlessly weaves a modern aesthetic with designs inspired by Thai gemstones, traditional arts, and symbols. Every nook and corner embodies a

#RadarReview: Chakrabongse Villas, Gem Address Along Chao Phraya River

We’re a month away from finally closing 2020, and the most wonderful time of the year is just around the corner. Spending the upcoming holiday season might be a little different this time, but if there’s one way to fast forward the stress of 2020, that is to unwind with a much-deserved Christmas #staycation. While

#RadarReview: From Canvas To Plate, The ART DINNER At WORKSHOP Bangkok Has Made Art Available For Both The Eyes And The Tongue

WORKSHOP Bangkok has made art even more fascinating – and flavoursome.  –Featured Image Credit: WORKSHOP Bangkok– Photo credit: WORKSHOP Bangkok Bangkok's bustling Yenakart neighbourhood boasts a range of up-and-coming restaurants and bars. Amongst these, one which we absolutely adore is WORKSHOP Bangkok, a restaurant/bar/gallery/event space led by French chef Clément Hernandez, who has worked in

#RadarReview: Lunch Doesn’t Have To Be Humdrum, Especially Here At Chef Pom Chinese Cuisine By Todd

Ever since we dined at Chef Pom Chinese Cuisine By Todd in Bangkok, we’ve been craving for their Shrimp Shumai, Barbecued Pork Rice Noodle Rolls and juice-dripping Xiao Long Bao.  Naturally, a collaboration between heavyweights like Chef Thanarak "Pom" Chuto (Thailand's celebrated Chinese fare master) and Piti "Todd" Bhirombhakdi (the mastermind behind Boon Rawd Brewery

#RadarReview: R-Haan, Where Thai Culinary Past Meets Its Future

Bangkok's food scene is in its heyday thanks to a spectrum of golden standard restaurants that offer a diverse range of cuisines.  For ardent fine-dining lovers who are on the lookout for a modern haute cuisine interpretation of conventional Thai dishes, R-Haan is worth checking out.  Translated as "food" in Thai, R-Haan and its menu

#RadarReview: Rang Mahal Is The Place To Indulge In  Northern Indian Cuisine

Think beyond palak paneer and butter chicken here at Rang Mahal.  Rang Mahal within Rembrandt Hotel & Suites Bangkok has successfully and felicitously managed to marry old traditions and new innovations of Northern Indian cuisine for over two decades.  The Bangkok rooftop restaurant slings out both favourites, such as palak paneer and butter chicken as

#RadarReview: Stellar Dishes At Jhol, Based On The Type Of Eater You Are

The spice-blossoming feast of our dreams is here at Jhol Bangkok. Piloted by Chef Hari Nayak (an established cookbook author, restauranteur and mastermind behind Priyanka Chopra's NYC restaurant "SONA"), Jhol serves up Indian Coastal fare, with a creative spin.  “I want to showcase the glorious coastal cuisine from southern India I grew up eating. There

#RadarReview: You May Never Look At Seafood The Same Way Again After Savelberg

There's "fishy" business going on here at Savelberg.  The one-Michelin-starred restaurant with a focus on contemporary French cuisine sprinkled with Dutch flair serves up sensational seafood-focused dishes that may convert a seafood hater into a lover and, in parallel, a lover into a die-hard seafood fan.  Owner and Head Chef Henk Savelberg is deeply religious

Cool Tables: Great New Bangkok Restaurants And Cafes To Have On Your Radar This September

The past few months have been good for Bangkok foodies thanks to a bunch of cool, new, drool-worthy restaurants and cafes to try.  Bangkok’s dining scene is currently blossoming with new eateries.  Those who are living in or planning to travel to the Land of Smiles should take note of these newly-opened venues. – Cover

Cool Tables: Great New Bangkok Restaurants To Have On Your Radar

Photo credit: Victoria by Cocotte Cool, new, drool-worthy restaurants get us excited like kids getting new toys.  This month, Bangkok’s dining scene is blossoming with new eateries. Those who are living in or planning to travel to the Land of Smiles, should take note of these newly-opened restaurants. Victoria by Cocotte Photo credit: Victoria by

Don’t Let The Touristy Location Fool You, Prego Bangkok Is A True Hidden Gem Of Italian Fare

Samui’s favourite Italian haunt is currently satisfying the Big Mango with heart-warming Italian fare and hug-like hospitality.  The venue, nestled in the heart of Bangkok's bustling shopping centre, "Pratunam," slings out an array of authentic Italian fare packed with sapori and flair, which is complemented by attentive service that does not feel excessive.  Helmed by

Hit The Road: Thailand’s Best Routes For Road Trips That Should Be On Your Radar

Have you had enough of long lines at airports and red-eye flights? A road trip might be your preferred travel mode for the year. Whether you're looking for a day trip outside of Bangkok or a few days on the road to explore the beauty of Thailand, here are some routes on our #RadarList that

Neighbourhood On The Radar: Phrom Phong, Bangkok, Thailand

A hub for top-notch restaurants, cafes, bars, and shopping malls, Phrom Phong is a popular destination in the Big Mango for gourmands, cafe/bar hoppers and shopaholics.  This is a neighbourhood we keep going back to for wine and dine sessions. The venues featured in this list are our favourites in the area and we definitely

Neighbourhood On The Radar: Yenakart Is Bangkok’s Hub For Fine Dining

Bangkok's fine dining scene is stepping onto the world stage with a myriad of local haute cuisine restaurants being received the accolades of awards recognized worldwide – for example, Michelin Guide and World's/Asia's 50 Best Restaurants.  The residential neighbourhood of Yenakart alone is home to at least 5 prestigious fine dining haunts, with the ambience

These Bangkok Hotels Make Pet-Friendly Vacations Paw-sible and Paw-fect

The guilt of leaving your furry friends at home when you travel is a heart-wrenching emotion that pet owners have to endure.  However, our #RadarList of pet-friendly hotels in Bangkok is here to ease your burden. The hotels featured here welcome both you and your pets with open arms, making a vacation with your four-legged

These Bangkok Venues Are Cafes By Day And Bars By Night

For avid drinkers, who take delight in the caffeinated joy of coffee and tea by day and the alcohol-spiked pleasure of drinking booze by night, these Bangkok venues are just what you need.  During the daytime, these establishments serve as an oasis of caffeine, but come nightfall they then turn into sleek bars with a

Transport Yourself To Italy, France or Even China At These 4 Bangkok Gems

This month, we've been eating our weight in Bangkok's stellar restaurants and bakeries. The city boasts an abundance of restaurants, cafes, bars and bakeries to choose from, not to mention new venues that continue to pop up like wild mushrooms every month. Although we would love to mention them all, here are the ones that we

What’s on the Radar, Bangkok?

Four Highly Anticipated Hotel Openings in Bangkok City Thailand, the country that is currently revered for handling the situation with the COVID-19 pandemic well, #staycation and #eatcation has been trending for the locals and foreign travelers stuck in town. Hotels that are leading the pace are the ones who are quick to adapt by offering

Where To Wine and Dine In Bangkok This Festive Season 2021

Photo credit: Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit For discerning diners living in the Big Mango, make it a Christmas to remember this year with memorable festive menus from some of our favourite venues in Bangkok.  Whether you want to cosy up with festive afternoon tea or take delight in Christmas Italian dinner, our list here is