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Exotic Comfort Food

Chefs and restaurateurs are pleasing our palates by bringing us more exotic and interesting cuisines and dining experiences, and we can’t get enough of it.

Millennial Chic

Spanking new venues which are sure to be getting the millennial word-of-mouth approval for being super Instagrammable and trés cool.

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Keeping Eyes Out I appreciate if my photo and comments on Chiang Mai environmental issues could be exposed through your fine magazine. Travelling frequently in and around Chiang Mai for several years, it seems like many local communities do not take pollution seriously enough and may be major contributors of smoke pollution (setting forests and rice fields on fire in March and April) as well as th … Continued

Citytalk October 2019

Have you ever been bullied? If so, how did you overcome the situation and what advice would you like to give to victims of bullying?

7 Muay Thai Gyms in Chiang Mai

If you want to get fit and fierce then Chiang Mai has a plethora of great muay Thai gyms to check out. Here are some well-known gyms in Chiang Mai that you should go and experience.

Editorial: October 2019 – Your Views Counted

There has been a lot of talk about leaving. By those who can, that is. The rest of us – those with commitments and constraints like jobs, families, finance, or locals who simply have nowhere else to go to – feel almost left out.

Injecting City Sois with Spice & Life

“The Old City needs to be activated,” Dr Stanley Quek told Citylife from his office down a tiny soi woven into the labyrinth of Old City sois.”

A Fresher, Bolder and Tastier Favola: meet new Chef de Cuรisine, Chef Enrico Pantorno

As Chiang Mai’s food lovers’ palates become more sophisticated and discerning, the mark of a successful restaurant is in its refusal to rest on its laurels. And Le Meridien’s award-winning Favola Italian Restaurant continues to evolve and position itself to engage and draw Chiang Mai’s resident as well as visiting diners.

Creating an Ecosystem of Learning: Meet Prem Tinsulanonda International School’s new head, Rachel Keys

“The world we live in today is incredibly interconnected and through all manner of media, students have access to and engage with all kinds of complex world issues,” said Rachel Keys, Prem Tinsulanonda International School’s new Head of School.

Caring for the Whole Body with Integrative Medicine

Modern medicine has saved countless lives, yet more and more medical professionals world-wide are beginning to turn towards integrative medicine as a way to preempt patients from becoming, well, patients, and with an eye to finding longer term solutions to mitigate ailments and illnesses, and prolonging good health.

City Art Beats Knitting Moments Together

A woman lies prostrate at the centre of a deep, red, rectangular recess carved into the Gallery Seescape floor. Surrounding her are a ring of posts that blend into the painted walls and floors.

Light will be the Night’s Storyteller Wat Rong Khun Light Fest: Episode Begins

With over three million visitors per year, Wat Rong Khun, or The White Temple, is one of the North’s most acclaimed attractions. Conceptualised and crafted by national artist Chalermchai Kositpipat, this extraordinary piece of art will be turned, for one month only, into a kaleidoscopic fiesta of light.

Capturing Chiang Mai’s Many Memories

It’s easy to scoff at all the nonsense found on Facebook, but then you would miss out on the absolute gem that is Chiang Mai Memories.

Thailand’s Budding Cannabis Future

After living in Thailand for two and a half years, I’ve experienced first-hand the hush-hush surrounding what the locals call ganja. And why shouldn’t they be whispering about this oddly popular plant? Historically speaking, users, producers and distributors of cannabis have been subjected to severe punishments. Coming from the United States, a nation in which the majority of states have legalised … Continued

Blockchain for a Better World

In May this year I sat down with Michael Shafer, a humanitarian, academic and someone known for his ethos of getting on with the job. Since 2008 Michael has run Warm Heart Foundation with his wife Everlind.

The Lanna Drama: Cutural revival following hit TV soap

A young woman with long black hair lies supine on the ground. The body of a man is sprawled in the background. The camera zooms in on her tear-stained face, drained of colour, as she tries to open her eyes, her bloodied lips whispering in a clear Kam Muang accent,

How Food turned a Bad Boy Good

Sun Suebsaeng has eaten his way to success, which sounds odd seeing as he has recently been on a fitness regime leading to a 20 kilos weight loss; his shirt hanging so loosely over his frame we had to clip it at the back for the photo shoot. He is feeling good though. He hasn’t been this fit in decades and following a tumultuous career which has seen dizzying heights and the darkest of days, he has finally reached a point in his personal life and career which he says, he always dreamed of. There are no further goals he aspires to.

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Chiang Mai Online Media Association unveils new vision to strengthen digital media network across Northern Thailand

Wed 1st Jul

The Chiang Mai Online Media Association officially outlined its vision and strategic direction for 2026–2028 during its first Extraordinary General Meeting, held at the Khom Room, 7th Floor, Meliá Chiang Mai. The meeting marked an important milestone for the newly established professional organisation as it aims to strengthen collaboration among online media professionals while helping drive the s … Continued

Root for Resilience highlights Northern Thailand’s local ingredients and culinary heritage at TCDC Chiang Mai

Wed 1st Jul

The Creative Economy Agency (CEA), Northern Office, launched “Root for Resilience: Rediscovering Local Roots for Self-Reliance” at TCDC Chiang Mai on 30 June, bringing together food experts, academics, chefs, and creative entrepreneurs to explore the value of Northern Thailand’s indigenous ingredients and their potential to shape the future of sustainable food and creative industries. The event fo … Continued

Scholar Gateway’s English Writing Competition 2026

Wed 1st Jul

A total of 320 young writers took part in this year’s competition, divided into three categories, each exploring a unique theme. Junior Category (Ages 9–10) “A Glimpse into My Future” Young writers imagined the possibilities that lie ahead. Intermediate Category (Ages 11–13) “The Impact of Social Media on Teenagers” Participants examined one of today’s most influential topics affecting young peopl … Continued

BLACK: Vibrant Multiple Light has officially opened at MAIIAM Contemporary Art Museum in Chiang Mai

Wed 1st Jul

BLACK: Vibrant Multiple Light Exhibition period: 20th June 2026 – 21st  June 2027 Exhibition Opening: 27th June, 2026 | 6 PM onwards At MAIIAM Contemporary Art Museum, Chiang Mai, Thailand   Artists Agan Harahap, Alex Face, Ampannee Satoh, Angkrit Ajchariyasophon, Apichatpong Weerasethakul, Apirak Jianpinidnun, Busui Ajaw, Chayaporn Maneesutham, Daido Moriyama, Eakarin Jaroenrat, Franklin Chow, Im … Continued

M Sport Plus launches Chiang Mai’s newest golf driving range with over THB100 million investment

Wed 1st Jul

A new chapter in Chiang Mai’s sporting landscape officially began on 30 June with the launch of M Sport Plus, a major new golf driving range and sports complex in Nong Chom, San Sai district. Developed by M Sport Complex Co., Ltd., the project represents an investment of more than THB100 million and aims to become Northern Thailand’s newest Sports & Lifestyle Destination. Occupying more than 3 … Continued

Discount shrimp sale draws crowds at Chiang Mai government complex

Tue 30th Jun

Chiang Mai residents and civil servants turned out in force on the 30th for cut-price white shrimp, sold by the Chiang Mai Commerce Office at the provincial government complex for just 200 baht a kilogramme, well below the usual 250-260 baht. The sale comes after Malaysia suspended imports of Thai shrimp earlier in the month over concerns about residue contamination, a move affecting shrimp farmer … Continued

Tha Pae Gate cleared of pigeons and food vendors after crackdown

Tue 30th Jun

Residents have welcomed a markedly cleaner Tha Pae Gate plaza after Chiang Mai municipality and local agencies cracked down on pigeon flocks and the vendors illegally selling bird feed to tourists, restoring the area as a landmark for relaxation and sightseeing. The multi-purpose Tha Pae Gate had become a magnet for large numbers of pigeons drawn by vendors selling bird feed to visitors, creating … Continued

Tham Luang Mae Sap reopens to visitors from 1st July

Tue 30th Jun

Tham Luang Mae Sap cave in Samoeng district is set to officially reopen to tourists from 1st July 2026, following a three month renovation aimed at improving safety standards, boosting visitor comfort and making the site easier to manage. The upgrade works included pouring a concrete car park, resurfacing the access road and building new walkways and patterned flooring throughout the cave area, al … Continued

Chiang Mai Invites Visitors to Discover Northern Thailand’s Cultural Diversity at Ethnic Lanna Festival 2026

Mon 29th Jun

https://youtu.be/v2Kk3Mzbu6I The Chiang Mai Provincial Office of Tourism and Sports is inviting residents and visitors to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Northern Thailand at the Ethnic Lanna Festival 2026, taking place from 3–5 July 2026 at Central Chiang Mai Airport. The three-day festival offers an opportunity to experience the traditions, lifestyles, craftsmanship, and wisdom of Lanna’ … Continued

Chiang Mai Book Fair 2026 Returns with More Than 210 Publishers, Celebrating Reading, Creativity and Cultural Exchange

Mon 29th Jun

Book lovers are invited to immerse themselves in the world of literature as the 11th Chiang Mai Book Fair 2026 returns to Chiang Mai Hall at Central Chiang Mai Airport from 26 June – 5 July 2026. Organised by the Publishers and Booksellers Association of Thailand (PUBAT) in collaboration with Central Pattana Plc, operator of Central Chiang Mai Airport, the Office of Contemporary Art and Culture, a … Continued

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