Shortly after the coup, I had a phone conversation with my aunt in Bangkok on our various – and pretty general, by then – opinions about giving the junta a chance, how Thaksin really did have to go, and how Thailand must have a more transparent government. She ended our conversation with, “Pim, Thaksin is one of our nation’s greatest teachers.” For a moment, I was floored. Then, thankfully, she cl … Continued
If you drive around the Ruam Chok intersection around rush hour, you will know the frustration of a long wait as traffic lights come and go while you often stay put. Rocket Man has spotted this little gap in the Chiang Mai coffee market and is now delivering 40 baht coffees, served right to your car window. Brainchild of James Noble, Chef and owner of the since closed Waiting for May and Ichigai, … Continued
A powerful new book, The Malay Experiment: The Colonial Origins and Homegrown Heroism of the Malay Regiment, has been released to mark the 90th anniversary of the founding of Malaysia’s most iconic military unit. Written by military historian Stuart Lloyd — who lived for more than 10 years in Chiang Mai and whose father-in-law was a general in the Royal Thai Army — The Malay Experiment offers the … Continued
Authorities are working at full steam to dredge the Ping River, widening and deepening our river in anticipation of heavy rains later on this season. Currently areas of the river are less than two metres deep, and the aim is to dredge it to four metres, as well as widening most stretches of the river to 40 metres wide. The rains are anticipated between September and October. The last time a proje … Continued
Kru Od, the charismatic abbot of Wat Chedi Luang, has launched a new campaign to find value in elephant dung. Citing the fact that elephant dungs amount to up to 10% of an animal’s body weight, provides a consistent daily amount and is filled with nutrients, since elephants eat on healthy vegetation, he has opened what he calls, “Elephant Dung Bank”. The Elephant Dung Bank will provide high value … Continued
SOMM Wine & Dine เป็นร้านอาหารสไตล์ All Day Dining ที่ซ่อนตัวอยู่ใน KIRI Hotel มาพร้อมบรรยากาศอินดอร์สบายๆ ที่จำลองมาจากห้องบ่มไวน์ อันเต็มไปด้วยคอลเลคชั่นไวน์ชั้นดีที่อบอวลไปด้วยกลิ่นองุ่นหมัก และโซนดาดฟ้ารับลมเย็นๆ ที่มองเห็นภูเขาและทิวทัศน์เมืองเชียงใหม่ได้โดยรอบ พร้อมจิบเครื่องดื่มชมพระอาทิตย์ตกดินยามเย็น
Governor of Chiang Mai ‘or at Pongsitthithavorn joined a number of dignitaries and citizens earlier today at Three Kings Monument to lead the annual Sueb Chata Muang (City Spirit Renewal) ceremony for the year 2025. The event was held to bless and extend the city’s spiritual lifespan, bring prosperity and happiness to its people, preserving an ancient tradition passed down through generations. The … Continued
In spite of their 2,000 baht per head fine last week when 11 people making a living off Tha Pae Road’s pigeons were fined for illegally selling animal feed and charging for photography with pigeons, they have all since returned. Many people living in the area have complained yet again to authorities that the thousands of pigeons which regularly congregate by Tha Pae Gate are leaving ugly and dange … Continued
A unique experience designed for wine enthusiasts, proudly hosted by Le Crystal Restaurant in collaboration with MrCRU Wine. Savor eight exquisite Italian wines, perfectly paired with a curated selection of canapés and reception-style dishes. Treat yourself to a memorable night of Italian sophistication and taste on 28 June 2025, 6 pm.- 9 pm. For more information: https://lecrystalrestaurant.com/p … Continued
The army is working with the governor’s office to inspect and increase the capacity of the Ping River ahead of any further rains this season. Officials inspected 41 kms of the Ping River recently and say that they will dredge the entire length in the upcoming months to reduce overflow and flooding later this year. The dredging will start upstream in Mae Taeng District and continue downstream all t … Continued
ป้าตา จำเนียร เอี่ยมเจริญ หรือที่รู้จักกันในนาม ป้าตา โอบะซัง เจ้าของสูตรเมนูอาหารไทยมังสวิรัติที่ไม่เบียดเบียนเนื้อสัตว์ ไม่ใส่สารกันเสียและผงชูรส ปรุงรสแบบไร้กะปิ น้ำปลา พร้อมทั้งแบ่งปัน ถ่ายทอดความรู้ด้านอาหารมังสวิรัติให้กับลูกศิษย์ลูกหาทั้งในเมืองไทยและต่างประเทศจนเป็นที่รู้จักในหมู่ผู้ที่สนใจอาหารมีงสวิรัติทั่วโลก
