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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 pays tribute to HRH Princess Bajrakitiyabha

Sat 13th Jun

Chiang Mai Governor Rathapol Naradit led provincial officials, military and police officers, local administrators and residents in a royal bathing water ceremony before a portrait of HRH Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavadee, Princess Chufa, at the 80th Anniversary Celebration Hall in Mueang district today, 13th June. Attendees also signed a condolence book to express their loyalty and grati … Continued

Chiang Mai gears up for flood and landslide season

Wed 10th Jun

Chiang Mai Governor Ratthapon Naradit chaired a meeting of the Provincial Flood, Flash Flood and Landslide Incident Command Centre for 2026 to coordinate disaster preparedness across all relevant agencies ahead of the rainy season. The meeting relayed directives from the National Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Command, instructing all provinces to accelerate readiness measures including cleari … Continued

Chiang Mai consults public and private sectors on five-year development plan

Wed 10th Jun

A Chiang Mai Deputy Governor presided over a workshop of the Provincial Cluster Sub-committee on 10th June to begin drafting the Chiang Mai Provincial Development Plan 2028–2032 and the Annual Government Action Plan for fiscal year 2028. More than 120 representatives from government, private sector, academic, civil society, local administrative organisations and related agencies took part. The fiv … Continued

MAYA PRIDE ENJOY 2026

Wed 10th Jun

MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center celebrates the spirit of diversity, inclusion, and equality through the “MAYA PRIDE ENJOY 2026” campaign, transforming MAYA Square into a vibrant gathering space and colorful landmark in the heart of Chiang Mai. Created as part of Pride Month celebrations, the campaign aims to support gender diversity, promote acceptance, and encourage a more inclusive society where … Continued

Chiang Mai Mango Festival draws crowds with giant fruits and rare varieties

Tue 9th Jun

The 15th Chiang Mai Mango and Local Produce Festival is pulling in visitors eager to see unusual and rarely seen mango varieties, with the event running 8th–10th June at the Chiang Mai Provincial Government Centre.   Among the most eye-catching exhibits are the Khao Yai and Maphrao varieties, the latter producing fruits so large they rival a coconut — with some individual mangoes weighing close to … Continued

Thai Chuay Thai Plus scheme still pulling crowds nine days in

Tue 9th Jun

Nine days after its launch, Chiang Mai’s participating shops are still packed with residents making use of the Thai Chuay Thai Plus scheme, with some traders struggling to keep shelves stocked.   At a household goods store in the Siriwattana Market, queues have been forming outside throughout the day, with traffic backing up around the premises. The store has opened an additional outdoor counter t … Continued

Bank fire in Chiang Mai’s Chang Khlan district this morning

Mon 8th Jun

A tense situation unfolded in central Chiang Mai this morning when an explosion was heard before fire broke out at a bank in the Chang Khlan subdistrict. Firefighters rushed to the scene to bring the blaze under control. At around 6.30am today (8th June), officers from Chiang Mai City Police Station and city firefighters  mobilised four fire engines to investigate and suppress the fire, which had … Continued

Chiang Mai hosts final Spartan Weekend as world-class obstacle race draws 3,000 athletes

Mon 8th Jun

Chiang Mai’s Huay Tung Tao reservoir area in Mae Rim played host on 6th June to the opening day of the 2026 Chiang Mai Spartan Weekend & HH4HR, a globally licensed obstacle race series that draws competitors from across the world to the region’s rugged terrain. Presiding over the starting ceremony was Boonlue Thammatharanuruk, Chiang Mai’s Deputy Governor, who flagged off athletes at the Noen … Continued

Power Buy Launches Major Mid-Year Sale with Discounts and Exclusive Rewards

Sat 6th Jun

Power Buy Launches Major Mid-Year Sale with Discounts and Exclusive Rewards Power Buy is rolling out a major promotional campaign, offering shoppers additional discounts of up to 1,400 baht on a wide range of home appliances, including refrigerators, washing machines, and televisions. The campaign features a variety of special offers designed to deliver extra value for customers. Members of THE1 l … Continued

Duangtawan Hotel Chiang Mai organizes a special Birthday Promotion to give as a gift to everyone. Celebrate 22nd Anniversary

Fri 5th Jun

Duangtawan Hotel Chiang Mai organizes a special Birthday Promotion to give as a gift to everyone. Celebrate 22nd Anniversary. *Superior Room only THB 1,222 /room/night including breakfast for 2 persons stay between 1-30 June 2026 *Monthly Fitness Member & coupon 25 times Special price only THB 1,222 Available on 10-15 June 2026 *Varee Spa offers 60 mins Thai Massage only THB 600 plus 30 mins f … Continued

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