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Busy Little Bird: Meet the Powerhouse behind Free Bird Café

There is a lot going on at Free Bird Café, and it all comes together efficiently, seamlessly, and with a bounce to its steps, thanks to Lisa Nesser, the remarkable woman behind it all.

Chiang Mai Coffee City

Chiang Mai’s love affair with coffee may be new, but it is strong, passionate and promising to endure. Our mountains produce high grade coffee which rivals some of the best in the world and our plethora of coffee shops are gathering places where beans, conversations and ideas are brewed. There are many cities across the globe — Seattle, Melbourne, Vienna — where coffee is deeply embedded into the … Continued

New Boutique Hotels in Phra Singh

There is something to be said about stepping out of your hotel and being within mere minutes’ walk of some of the city’s most iconic and important sites. Check these new sleeps in Phra Singh.

Sun Bridge Foods

While Chiang Mai is awash with Japanese restaurants, sometimes you just want to have some at home, or serve food to visiting guests. So why not try the high quality pre-cooked foods and frozen foods from Sun Bridge Foods?

Palm Springs Privato: Live the Ultimate Life

This latest project by Palm Springs, a property developer which has been around for over three decades, will entice those looking for a lavish and modern lifestyle which comes with all the convenience, comfort and safety expected from discerning buyers.

Expats Finding Spaces & Expressions

Soon after retiring from the international school where he taught, Turner, with the help of some English teacher friends, opened a branch of The Gate Theatre, originally based in Northwest Indiana, right here in Chiang Mai.

Psign by Chef Puri

An ambitious young chef who had his first experience in front of the stove when he was a remarkably young 5 years old, Chef Puri has been on a non-stop culinary journey back and forth between Thailand and the US for much of his life.

Aesthetic New Hotels round Town

As we all know, Chiang Mai is more than the sum of its old city. So if you fancy staying by the river or near the bustling Nimman, we’ve got you.

The FERC – Impacting Rural Education Across Northern Thailand

This non-profit organisation has been truly instrumental in reshaping many children’s futures, forever changing the course of these kids’ lives.

Editorial: August 2019

I will present many of the ideas and suggestions generated from the meeting to working committees here in Chiang Mai and report on them as they — fingers crossed — develop or bear fruit.

Chiang Mai University going Green and Smart

Interestingly enough, Chiang Mai University is developing its own parallel initiative, in hopes that Chiang Mai can learn from (and perhaps even speed up) its own implementation.

Chic New Restaurants

These are personal restaurants, and you really feel the passion of their owners when you step in.

The Book Hunter

Leo has a limitless desire to seek out books; and not necessarily for his shop. He insists that he couldn’t care less about money, but instead has a general thirst for the written word that has driven him to many a corner and alleyway around the globe.

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Coffee right to to your car window with Rocket Man

Wed 25th Jun

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

New war book celebrates Malay Regiment, and uncovers tragedy of Asian labourers on Thai-Burma Railway

Wed 25th Jun

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

14 sand dredgers and 30 backhoes to work around the clock over 75 days to make room for Ping River water

Wed 25th Jun

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

Elephant dung to the rescue

Wed 25th Jun

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

Green Together at Jing Jai Market Chiang Mai

Wed 25th Jun

Green Together  26 Thursday & 27 Friday June 2025 from15.00 – 19.00 hrs. Jing Jai Farmers Market Chiang Mai Zone @ Jing Jai Market Chiang Mai   Green Showcase — Discover eco-friendly upcycled products: Bono Brand • Bope • Cat Community • Huh.wdus • Malee Handmade • SuperBee Wax Wraps Green Shopping — Browse and shop sustainable crafts and earth-loving goods. Green Workshop — Creative eco-DIY: … Continued

จิบเครื่องดื่มแก้วโปรด ที่จับคู่ทานกับอาหารเคล้าบรรยากาศใจกลางเมืองเก่าได้อย่างลงตัว

SOMM Wine & Dine เป็นร้านอาหารสไตล์ All Day Dining ที่ซ่อนตัวอยู่ใน KIRI Hotel มาพร้อมบรรยากาศอินดอร์สบายๆ ที่จำลองมาจากห้องบ่มไวน์ อันเต็มไปด้วยคอลเลคชั่นไวน์ชั้นดีที่อบอวลไปด้วยกลิ่นองุ่นหมัก และโซนดาดฟ้ารับลมเย็นๆ ที่มองเห็นภูเขาและทิวทัศน์เมืองเชียงใหม่ได้โดยรอบ พร้อมจิบเครื่องดื่มชมพระอาทิตย์ตกดินยามเย็น

Pigeon vendors ignore authorities and continue to feed pigeons at Tha Pae Gate

Thu 19th Jun

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

Delightful Italian Wine Tasting Evening at Le Crystal Restaurant

Thu 19th Jun

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

Big dredging efforts have begun along 41km of the Ping River

Thu 19th Jun

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

Chiang Mai’s annual City Spirit Renewal Ceremony held today 

Thu 19th Jun

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

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