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Chiang Mai has been known for its artisans and handicrafts since the Lanna period, the city rife with bustling markets that even today remain a vital part of daily life. But with towering megamalls popping up like mushrooms after a rainstorm and traditional markets turning into dime a dozen tourist traps, many worry about rapid modern development replacing what used to make Chiang Mai, well, Chian … Continued

A Winning Recipe: Ido Berger's Tea & Fruits Empire

In business, innovation and success, contrary to expectations, do not necessarily go hand in hand. Great ideas fail to get capitalised and successful empires are often built on the shoulders of creators who came before. To take an idea and turn it into a successful business is a combination of hard work, pure luck, strategy, curiosity, vision and skills. Israeli-born Ido Berger started his young l … Continued

City Guide: Chiang Mai Gate

What are the defining characteristics of your neighbourhood? My neighborhood has loads of small boutique hotels and temples, and it’s close to my workplace, Nok Hook Design Shop, where I design, do graphic work and run a handmade shop to sell my art. Why did you choose this neighbourhood? I opened my studio here over seven years ago, so I have spent most of my adult life here. It’s convenient for … Continued

Fresh Baked

An oven is a rarity here in Chiang Mai, but who cares when these three new cafes offer up all the fresh-baked flavour you could ever need, at reasonable prices to boot! From hearty gourmet sandwiches to sweet and decadent cakes, consider your winter carb cravings satisfied.

Hip Hangouts

Two newcomers and one revamped old favourite, these three Chiang Mai hotspots are what everybody’s talking about. With fabulous food and oodles of atmosphere, each one is just begging to be discovered, if you haven’t already.   Overstand Cafe One of Chiang Mai’s coolest new hangouts, Overstand is equal parts eatery and art gallery. Their open-faced sandwiches are a work of art in and of thems … Continued

Treat Yourself

Ring in the New Year with a day of pomp and luxury with these three fabulous spots. A sumptuous spa treatment, a fabulous meal, a breathtaking sundowner – a perfect day!   Naga Spa New Year’s resolutions don’t always have to make you miserable! For 2015, why not opt for a bit more self-care, and indulge in a fabulous day of pampering. Right now at De Naga Hotel’s beautiful Naga Spa in the old … Continued

Unique Boutiques

Chiang Mai is rife with fabulous independent shops selling all manner of goodies, from fancy gowns to painted elephants to trendy trinkets. Here are a few unique boutiques around the city to check out on your next shopping spree. 1. Lamai This Airport Plaza shop is an experiment in fashion fusion, featuring everything from K-pop bubble necklaces to Harajuku platform sandals to Alice in Wonderland … Continued

Francois Russo: International Man of Luxury

From the outside, Maison Takuya’s headquarters don’t look like much. A low, grey building, nondescript in every way, located in the outskirts of Chiang Mai. It has no sign at the entrance, and at first we’re not even sure we’re in the right place. But this is the home, studio and factory of Francois Russo, an international French designer who specialises in luxury leather handbags under the brand … Continued

Editorial: January 2015

I don’t think that in well over a decade I have struggled so much with an editorial. I know what I want to say, but I can’t say it. I know what I want to insinuate, but I worry the line between wishy-washy and self-harming. There is a government department that I want to write about, but I fear reprisals. Staff of this department run the usual gamut of the hardworking and caring to the corrupt and … Continued

The Adventures of Tom: January 2015

That’s it for another year. Christmas day has come and gone again and the New Year hangover is beginning to slowly ebb. I must admit the festive season was a bit of a result for me. I finally got that Aston Martin DB5 I’ve always wanted. My family and a selection of my dearest friends turned up at the airport to surprise me for a splendid Christmas dinner at Le Crystal of turkey, stuffing and perf … Continued

Floating Holidays

Looking for a tropical getaway? Easy peasy when you’re living in a country known worldwide for its stunning coastlines. And now simpler than ever, thanks to AirAsia’s newest daily route, from Chiang Mai direct to Surat Thani, the veritable jumping off point for Thailand’s best islands and beaches, but also a spectacular destination on its own.   Surat Thani   Surat Thani’s stunning Khao Sok Nation … Continued

Music Box: January 2015

The Paradise Bangkok Molam International Band 21st Century Molam Maft Sai and Chris Menist wrap up a big year with the first release from their touring band, a collection of veteran Isaan musicians and young Bangkok talent. The group’s sound is focused around the swirling, hypnotic playing of Kammao Perdtanon on the phin (sort of a Thai lute) and Sawai Kaewsombat on the khaen (similar to a harmoni … Continued

Design Ideas: January 2015

Convenience Culture

Another day, another eight million people step through 7-Eleven’s automatic sliding doors to a colourful assortment of snacks and items temptingly arranged on white shelves. A toastie? A chopped up hot dog? A packet of lobster hot plate flavoured potato chips? The choices are endless. In 2014, Thailand opened its 8,000th 7-Eleven branch, officially surpassing the United States for most 7-Eleven br … Continued

Being Black in Thailand

Here in Thailand, we’ve all seen a cringe-worthy skin whitening commercial or two, featuring an unhappy dark-skinned person who is miraculously transformed into a happy vibrant white-skinned beauty thanks to some cream or another. But what is the meaning behind this trend? Does a preference for light skin automatically signify racism? How exactly are black people viewed and treated here in Thailan … Continued

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Unhinged tourist arrested again

Mon 9th Dec

CityNews – 7th December 2019, over the past few months have been video clips, photos and incidents shared on social media of a foreigner who has been behaving very strangely; using racist, aggressive and nasty language at strangers, spitting at passers-by, damaging properties and generously making a public nuisance of himself. The latest incident happened at a public mailbox across from Maejo Univ … Continued

Chiang Mai Provincial Public Health monitors new year’s gift baskets

Fri 6th Dec

CityNews – In Central Food Hall, inside Chiang Mai Central Festival, on the afternoon of 4th December 2019, Dr. Narumon Khantrikul, head of consumer health protection division of provincial public health office of Chiang Mai, together with officers of consumer health protection randomly checked gift baskets including those for the new year festival.  They focused on labelling and expiry dates; and … Continued

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

Selling goods along roadside of Chom Thong – Inthanon route now forbidden

Fri 6th Dec

CityNews – 5th December 2019, officers from Chom Thong office of highways visited the area around highway No. 1009 (Chom Thong – Doi Inthanon Km. 2+750) near the entrance of Chom Thong Industrial and Community College.  They found some vendors setting stalls and selling goods along the roadside without permission. The officers then warned and explained to the vendors about highway act B.E. 2535 in … Continued

Clampdown on public vehicles

Wed 4th Dec

Provincial Land Transport Office of Chiang Mai requests public vehicles to check their transportation before the New Year festival CityNews – Suphamat Lelaraksakul, head of technical support group at the provincial transport office of Chiang Mai gave a press release on 3rd December 2019 that the department of land transport has set up measures to, “Check people, Check vehicles, and Check points” f … Continued

Laketerrace Condominium

Are you looking for rent or buy a condo in Chiang Mai? Laketerrace Condominium 5 Units for Sale, 5 Units for Rent per Building 144 sqm for 13M/B 40,000B/Month 170 sqm for 15M/B 50,000B/Month Contact: 084 687 1333 / 064 007 2500 [email protected]  

Tent rental businesses’ mouldy canvas tents to be monitored

Tue 3rd Dec

CityNews – 2nd October 2019, this health concern originated a few days ago from a group of tourists posting on social media about their rented tent accommodation in Mae Rim with cost 1,800 baht per tent, but were found to be covered in du gas and had foul smells. Then, in the afternoon of 2ndNovember 2019, deputy medical officer of provincial public health together with various authorities visited … Continued

Murderer of two teachers in Rayong arrested in Chiang Mai

Mon 2nd Dec

CityNews – 30th November 2019, investigative officers from Rayong and Chiang Mai have arrested Supphakrit Sujasee, accused of murdering two teachers in Rayong.  Suppahkrit’s house in Saraphee had previously been searched by police after he became the main suspect in the case. However, he was arrested near the Burmese border in Chiang Dao District. Arocha Suphanith and his wife Priyaporn Piang-ngam … Continued

Sala lanna Chiang Mai partners with Wanlamun, the highly-rated Thai restaurant in Chaing Mai, to elevate guest dinner experiences

Mon 2nd Dec

Riverside restaurant formerly known as On the Ping has been outsourced to Kanchana “Tim” Ubolsootvanich, one of the city’s most celebrated restaurateurs… Wanlamun’s famous fried rice with river prawns served at sala lanna Chiang Mai CHIANG MAI, THAILAND: sala lanna Chiang Mai, the urban boutique retreat in northern Thailand, is elevating its culinary experiences to new heights by teaming up with o … Continued

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