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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 Youth Showcase the Best of All 25 Districts in Cultural Competition

Sun 2nd Aug

Young participants from across Chiang Mai showcased their talents and local pride during a special competition promoting the unique products, culture and attractions of all 25 districts of the province. The Bao Noi–Sao Noi La-on Chiang Mai competition was held on 1st August 2026 at the first-floor activity area of Robinson Department Store Chiang Mai. The contest featured two age categories, four … Continued

Chiangmai Ram Hospital Celebrates 33rd Anniversary with Healthy Family Expo 2026

Sun 2nd Aug

Chiangmai Ram Hospital, in collaboration with Central Chiangmai, has launched “Healthy Family Expo 2026” under the theme “Growing Healthy Together” to celebrate the hospital’s 33rd anniversary. Chiangmai Ram Hospital and Central Chiangmai officially opened Healthy Family Expo 2026, a major health and wellness event held to mark the hospital’s 33rd anniversary. The two-day expo takes place from 2nd … Continued

Chiangmai Ram Hospital to Host Healthy Family Expo 2026 at Central Chiangmai

Sat 1st Aug

Chiangmai Ram Hospital, in collaboration with Central Chiangmai, will host the Healthy Family Expo 2026 under the theme “Growing Healthy Together” from 2nd to 3rd August 2026. The event marks the 33rd anniversary of Chiangmai Ram Hospital and celebrates the hospital’s longstanding commitment to providing healthcare services to residents of Chiang Mai and Northern Thailand. Taking place at the prom … Continued

New Direct Air Service to Connect Chiang Mai and Nan Starting November 2026

Fri 31st Jul

Travel to one of Northern Thailand’s most captivating destinations will soon become even more convenient with the launch of a new direct flight between Chiang Mai and Nan, scheduled to commence in November 2026. Renowned for its breathtaking mountain landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and authentic local charm, Nan offers visitors a wide range of unforgettable experiences. Highlights include Wat … Continued

Chiang Mai reservoirs still have plenty of room for more rain, irrigation office confirms

Fri 31st Jul

Chiang Mai’s water reservoirs, large and small alike, still have considerable capacity to absorb further rainfall, according to the Chiang Mai Irrigation Project Office, with Mae Ngat and Mae Kuang dams both reporting healthy storage levels and substantial room to spare. Kuakul Manasampansakul, Director of the Chiang Mai Irrigation Project, briefed the situation on the 31st of July, covering both … Continued

Kad Luang buzzing again as tourists stock up on souvenirs before long weekend wraps up

Fri 31st Jul

Kad Luang, or Warorot Market, is bustling once more as the long holiday weekend draws to a close, with Thai and international visitors alike filling the aisles to pick up last-minute souvenirs before heading home, giving vendors a welcome boost in sales. Among the best-selling items are sai ua, crispy pork rind, nam prik num, naem, moo yor and dried fruit, alongside handicrafts and souvenirs drawi … Continued

Flash flooding hits Mae Ai as heavy rain continues, agencies step up monitoring

Thu 30th Jul

On 30th July, heavy rain began falling in Mae Ai district from 4am, causing flash flooding. A total of three villages across two sub-districts were affected. Ban Hong Luang, Village 8, Mae Ai sub-district — The Mae Ai stream overflowed into two homes, a temple and community roads after debris blocked the flow beneath a bridge crossing the stream. Mae Ai district chief Nitipakorn Saengsuwan, who al … Continued

Mae Kha canal falls quiet as wastewater station upgrade nears completion

Wed 29th Jul

The stretch of Mae Kha canal that tourists once nicknamed “Thailand’s Otaru” is looking rather more like a ghost town these days, and the culprit is as much about pipes as it is about footfall. The walkways along the canal on Rachang Road, Hai Ya subdistrict, once busy with visitors drawn to the photogenic waterway, are now largely empty. Shops and restaurants in the area report a sharp drop in in … Continued

Chiang Mai municipality presses ahead with Ton Lamyai Market Park makeover

Mon 27th Jul

Chiang Mai municipality mayor Assanee Buranupakorn led executives, department heads and relevant officials on a site visit to Ton Lamyai Market Park to follow up on progress renovating the riverside area into a new public activity space along the Ping River. The upgraded park will serve as a public plaza for relaxation, exercise and other community activities while adding green space to make the c … Continued

Grand Opening of “Ethnic Colours of Lanna” Showcases the Cultural Heritage of Northern Thailand’s Indigenous Communities

Mon 27th Jul

The Upper Northern Provincial Cluster 1, in collaboration with the Chiang Mai Provincial Office of Tourism and Sports, officially launched the “Local Ethnic Traditions of Lanna” tourism promotion event under the Ethnic Colours of Lanna Tourism Promotion Project 2026 at the Three Kings Monument in Chiang Mai. Running from 25–27 July 2026, the three-day festival celebrates the rich cultural heritage … Continued

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