Makkha Health & Spa
Makkha Health & Spa offers its customers with unique experiences and a variety of services together with exceptional design and atmosphere. There are three branches of Makkha Health and Spa: Ancient House, Colonial Gardens, and Night Bazaar. The first two branches are behind Phra Singh Temple, and close to Phra Singh Village, a charming city hotel with Thai and colonial style décor and archite … Continued
Sensational Therapy at Float Chiang Mai
Sensory Deprivation Tank Therapy is designed to remove distractions and any inputs into our lives, if only for a short while, as we float on saltwater, cocooned in a safe and dark space letting go of our consciousness…and relax. The initial tank was developed in 1954 by John C. Lilly, an American physician and neuroscientist, whose research focus was on the easing of pain and the increasing … Continued
On a Mission from God: Meet these lifelong Missionaries to Chiang Mai
“In few counries did the missionaries meet with so little opposition and yet achieve so little in their efforts to propagate Christianity.” This quotation is taken from The Eagle and the Elephant, a book about Thai-American relations since 1833 and published by the Royal Thai Embassy in the United States. “Their achievement rests instead on removing Thai mistrust of westerners, and convinci … Continued
Visiting Taiwan’s Legendary Museums
When Chiang Kai Shek’s Kuomintang army fled Mao Tse Tung’s China in 1949, they took with them an extraordinary collection of some of China’s most treasured artefacts. While many on mainland China today still smart at the loss of such bounty, calling the goods looted, students of history will know that these treasures would have faced great risk under Chairman Mao’s Four Olds campaign during the cl … Continued
The Greta Thunbergs of Chiang Mai: How young activists are pushing for change in Northern Thailand
As a young child, I envisioned my future as bright and sustainable. However, now the future looks bleak and apocalyptic to me — all thanks to a lack of climate action. During the summer of 2018, I decided to take climate action more seriously when I happened to read a CNN headline “UN: Earth has 12 years to avert climate change catastrophe”. My first reaction was to panic and contemplate my existe … Continued
The Tipping Point: Chiang Mai on life support
A firm belief that Chiang Mai is the city that defeats the experts (muang prab sien), is a sentiment that’s been around for decades. It refers to the difficulty of any outsider’s attempt to start a business here that becomes successful. The saying is both humble and proud: on one hand it admits to the undoubted expertise of the outsider, on the other hand, it also claims that the outsider is doome … Continued
City Art Beat: Culture is the Classroom
I sit around a table with Sunadda “Nok” Sa-nguandech and Julian Huang at Weave Artisan Society while the grinding, whistling sounds of closing time from their coffee shop punctuate our conversation. We’ve been discussing culture as an entry point for learning. Nok leans over with a bright smile. “Often people experience design solely through the end product, without any insight into the craft it t … Continued
The Digital Nomad Visa: a Solution to Thailand’s Startup Woes?
Chiang Mai’s digital future. Where it’s going, what’s holding it back, and what happens when the government’s left hand doesn’t speak to its right. It’s the laptops. They’re everywhere. Never before have work and life been so mobile, and Chiang Mai is home to the leading edge of this movement. You’d have to avoid the city centre and Nimmanhaemin entirely to ignore the fact it’s been steadily colon … Continued
Three Spaces, Three Completely Different Designs
Whether you’re looking for a luxurious restaurant of impeccable taste and design, a barely minimal grunge café or the burst of shameless exuberance that is this art café and restaurant, we’ve got you. The Bridge From the owners of the exquisite antique aficionados De Siam, comes this uber luxurious hotel, restaurant and café, which sits just a stone’s throw from Nawarat Bridge. You know you … Continued
Juicy steaks, sizzling grills and exotic spaces
Check out some of Citylife staff’s favourite finds this month — whether it’s a sexy night out in the old town with sophisticated cocktails and fusion fine dining, a luxe dinner with prime meats grilled to perfection by candlelight, or a sizzling roadside steak cooked to simple mouthwatering bites. Spice Garden The historic quarter is the venue for a rather spectacular street party on Decemb … Continued
Alt House Gallery: home/ wine bar/ kitchen/ a great place to go
We think it is charming at first sight. A white picket gate invites us to enter a small, candlelit courtyard featuring a jaunty red umbrella and some low, comfy-looking chairs. The house, made of wood and glass, is subtly lit to highlight glimpses of the treasures within. The Receptionist is a black cat who sits on the stairs whisking its tail to jazzy blues as Nanti Leoni arrives like a whirlwind … Continued
Cool to The Core
Today’s travellers have got it so good. Not only are we virtually guaranteed top quality hotel rooms – after a certain price point, naturally – but we know that, especially here in Thailand, the service is generally impeccable and that most hotels come with all the expected amenities and facilities. So all you have to do now to choose where you lay your head during your holiday, break or business … Continued
Ready for the Future: Prem’s annual Careers, College and University Fair
“It is perfectly ok for a student to not know what they want to do,” said Rachel Keys, Prem Tinsulanonda International School’s new Head of School. “They are still in school and the choices for their future can be bewildering. So the important thing is for schools to offer them opportunities to experience many different areas, then you encourage them to follow what they love, their passions and in … Continued
Client Spot Dec 2019
Fah Lanna Massage by the Night Bazaar 10th Anniversary Fah Lanna Massage by the Night Bazaar has recently undergone a complete transformation. This original branch of the award-winning Fah Lanna brand first opened 10 years ago with just six massage beds and four massage chairs. And just in time to mark this special anniversary, the branch was rebuilt from the ground and has almost tripled in size. … Continued
Editorial December 2019
I had a rather spicy editorial lined up about our current police-military state of affairs. But as I sit here in November, I am reminded that I am writing for the holiday issue and you all don’t want to flip open the magazine to see my glum face and dire warnings, so let’s get chirpy and positive! While Loy Krathong ended with a bit of a whimper, our Citylife Garden Fair, went off with a massive b … Continued
Detoxifying the Body and Soul at Absolute Health
It is astounding how many negative substances and impurities we are in contact with or worst, ingest, in our modern lives. Each and every day we have physical contact with dangerous chemicals, whether they are embedded in the processed, and even organic food we ingest, or our skin absorbs toxic metal substances, such as lead, mercury, cadmium, arsenic, and pesticides. Then there is the noxious air … Continued
Dhara Dhevi resort is undoubtedly one of the most spectacular resort properties, and is consistently highly ranked on numerous ‘best of’ lists in some of the top travel and leisure magazines around the world.
Dhara Dhevi resort is undoubtedly one of the most spectacular resort properties, and is consistently highly ranked on numerous ‘best of’ lists in some of the top travel and leisure magazines around the world. The vast, exquisitely landscaped property, is home to nearly 70 luxurious villas, a number of fine dining restaurants, some of Chiang Mai’s premier boutiques and all the facilities you would … Continued
Chef Pietro D’Agostino: Comfort food elevated at Shangri-La Hotel
It has been a great year at Shangri-La’s Dhala Restaurant, with a parade of Michelin starred chefs flying in to set up pop up kitchens to wow us with their culinary skills. From Hong Kong to London, Rome to Paris, one and two stared chefs have delighted us and expanded our palates with world-class cuisine, all at friendly Chiang Mai prices.
Sicily’s Rising Star Chef Pietro D’Agostino Comes to Shangri-La
Following the trail of white hats which have graced Shangri-La’s Dhala Restaurant’s pop up culinary events this year, comes another highly acclaimed chef from Taormina, Italy, Chef Pietro D’Agostino of one Michelin star restaurant La Capinera.
Chiang Mai’s chefs do us proud with Michelin Guide nods
CityNews – The much anticipated Michelin Guide announcements were made yesterday, 11th November 2019 and Chiang Mai has been included for the first time. Chefs and restaurateurs have been on tenterhooks since last October when Michelin Guide made a whole song and dance about surveying the Chiang Mai foodscape for the first time. And while some names have been dropped as possible awardees of a star … Continued
Tengoku De Cuisine ตำรับความอร่อย จากแดนอาทิตย์อุทัย
เรียกได้ว่าเป็นร้านอาหารญี่ปุ่นในแบบฉบับ Fine Dining ที่ยืนหนึ่งในอำเภอแม่ออน เทนโกกุสาขาที่สามปรากฏตัวท่ามกลางพื้นที่สีเขียวกว่า 20 ไร่ ริมสระน้ำที่โอบล้อมด้วยภูเขาลูกน้อยใหญ่ มีสวนผักที่ปลูกแบบธรรมชาติ และห้องพักสไตล์ไทยโบราณผสมผสานกับกลิ่นอายญี่ปุ่นอันแสนอบอุ่น
Tengoku De Cuisine | Delicious recipe from Japan
Tengoku de Cuisine is a household name here in Chiang Mai, known for its fine Japanese restaurants in Tha Sala and Nimmanhaemin. There is, however, another unique third branch of this brand way out in the lush green fields and rolling mountains of Mae On district, which is well worth the lovely drive to visit.
Chiang Mai’s First Annual Fringe Festival is Just Around the Corner
Chiang Mai’s first annual Fringe Festival of Performing Arts will take place October 24-27 from noon to 9.30pm at the KAD Studio Theatre located on the 7th floor of Kad Suan Kaew shopping complex. The fringe are performers on the move: people who perform at a special place and time. They aren’t performances or acts normally seen in the theatre or at a regular arts festival. Examples of fringe peop … Continued
Five Salads at RatiLanna Riverside Spa Resort Chiang Mai’s Mira Restaurant
The health food trend is here to stay, as more and more people are aware of what they put into their bodies. RatiLanna Riverside Spa Resort Chiang Mai’s Mira Restaurant has therefore updated its menu to satisfy the healthy and tasty needs of its customers.
5 เมนูสลัด ที่สลัดความจำเจ ด้วยรสชาติและการนำเสนอ
หลายปีที่ผ่านมา นอกจากเทรนด์ร้านคาเฟ่เก๋ๆ แล้ว กระแสการดูแลสุขภาพก็มาแรงอย่างต่อเนื่องไม่แพ้กัน และที่ห้องอาหาร Mira Restaurant แห่งโรงแรมรติล้านนา ริเวอร์ไซด์ สปา รีสอร์ท เชียงใหม่ ก็ไม่รอช้าที่จะเสิร์ฟความสดใหม่ที่มาพร้อมกับสีสันและคุณประโยชน์ ผ่านเมนูสลัดผักใบเขียว
Wonderful Mushroom Menu good for the health and the heart
Somtum House has been leading the way in somtum innovation since it opened its doors here in Chiang Mai 15 years ago. Perfecting the traditional somtum, they have pushed the envelope of the mortar and pestle to create a number of delicious and fun dishes.