Guru By Bangkok Post's pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
STUFF
New opening / Sansiri Phuket + The Society
Sansiri Phuket + The Society have opened a new creative space under the “Connect + Inspire" concept. Located in Cherngtalay-Bang Tao Phuket, the space is designed by renowned architect and interior designer Edward Tuttle. Capturing the essence of the local Phuket lifestyle, it features food, design, fashion, arts & culture, and sustainability, highlighted by a day-to-night Eatery that showcases local ingredients. Beans Coffee Roaster, a specialty coffee shop, and Vamos Spanish Tapas Bar, a Spanish restaurant, share the space, which also offers a co-sharing workspace. There is an art exhibition space and a sales gallery showcasing Sansiri’ s latest projects.
New restaurant / Asai Bangkok Sathorn
Soi Bangkok is the latest dining destination at Asai Bangkok Sathorn. It offers an immersive culinary experience inspired by the vibrant streets of Thailand. Located on the hotel’s second floor, overlooking Sathon 12, it offers a captivating blend of street food bites, fragrant curries and a playful yet relaxed setting. With a focus on fun, flavour and authenticity, every dish at Soi Bangkok has been curated to deliver an experience that delights the palate. Diners can enjoy regional specialities such as Gaeng massaman and Isaan platter, loaded with sai krok Isaan paired with Thai sauces. Indulge in classic Thai desserts such as Mango sticky rice. Express lunch Sets are also on the menu. Visit the hotel’s website.
Film residency / MGM Macau / From Dec 15
MGM Macau has joined hands with Chinese filmmaker Zhang Yimou to establish the “Macau 2049” residency. This marks Yimou’s first residency, which artistically blends intangible cultural heritage with modern technology, pioneering a new dimension for Chinese culture. The residency will debut on Dec 15 at the MGM Theater, setting a brand-new drawcard of Macau’s cultural tourism development. The show brings together a wealth of performing arts talent in Macau, creating a self-sustaining cultural platform that nurtures future performing professionals and taps into its artistic vitality to constantly fuel the development of Macau’s cultural tourism and its position as a “City Of Performing Arts”. Tickets go on sale from Nov 2. Visit the casino’s website.
New branch / Muji One Bangkok
Muji has opened a new branch, its largest to date, at One Bangkok. Expect a full range of Muji offerings from snacks, furniture, electric fans, room diffusers and bags to clothing items, totalling 5,000. Muji's 38th branch boasts 3,040m² of space and special items such as the Muji Labo Autumn/Winter Collection 2024, which showcases natural materials and classic designs. Snack monsters should take note that the new branch also has Thai-style deep-fried shrimp chin in six flavours alongside delights from various regions of Japan. Its Grab & Go corner caters to office-goers from 7am with coffee and breakfast items. There are products for plant enthusiasts and pet parents, as well. Until Dec 1, Muji has collaborated with eight local shops to offer their craft and handmade products. There are also exclusive products you can't find anywhere else but at Muji One Bangkok, such as ceramics in collaboration with InClay Studio and Charm-learn Studio. Bring your old Muji clothes and dye them indigo at the ReMuji section or personalise your Muji items with an embroidery or screen-priting service. Collectors should check out the gashapon machine for exclusive limited-edition keychains. Fulfil a purchase condition for a chance to win a roundtrip ticket to Japan and other prizes from until Nov 10.
New branch / Jim Thompson
Jim Thompson launches its first lifestyle store at One Bangkok. The brand's first-of-its-kind, the Jim Thompson Lifestyle Store combines retail, dining and heritage experience. With a distinctive duplex design and an impressive 550², visitors can indulge in all that Jim Thompson has to offer. Besides a wide range of products from Jim Thompson, check out Jim’s Terrace for something to eat and learn about the brand's history and craftsmanship behind its silk products at the exhibition zone.
Korean pop art / River City Bangkok / Nov 6-24
River City Bangkok with South Korea's 608 Gallery will host “Pop Korea: A Korean Group Exhibition In Thailand” at RCB Photographers’ Gallery. Artists Manwook, Park Hyung Woong and Yoo Jae Youn have made waves in South Korea with their vibrant and imaginative pieces. For the first time, their captivating works will be on display for Thai audiences at the group show.
JOIN
Japanese fair / The Okura Prestige Bangkok / Nov 1-3
The Okura Prestige Bangkok will host the “Japanese Fair – Sense Of Japan 2024” event, from Nov 1-3. This year’s fair promises an immersive and captivating exploration of Japanese art and culture. Visit the hotel’s website.
Hairy crab / Pagoda Chinese Restaurant / Nov 1-30
Pagoda Chinese Restaurant at Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park will hold the “Hairy Crab Festival” this month, with a selection of five dishes by chef Oscar Pun that showcase the finest and freshest hairy crabs sourced directly from Yangcheng Lake in Suzhou, China. Steamed whole hairy crab serve with hot ginger tea, Braised fish maw soup with hairy crab roe, Hot and sour wonton soup with hairy crab, Fresh handmade noodles with hairy crab and a unique dessert of Hairy crab custard pie is on the menu. Visit the hotel’s website.
Food market / Shangri-La Bangkok / Nov 2
The Shangri-La Bangkok will host the 20th “Raan Dung Ross Ded: RDRD Street Food Buffet Under The Stars @Poolside”. Bangkok’s first and only riverfront outdoor market features an all-you-can-eat buffet from stalls listed in the Michelin Guide Bangkok, along with Shangri-La Bangkok food stations and desserts on Nov 2. Visit the hotel’s website.
Special weekends / Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit / Nov 3, Nov 10, Nov 17 and Nov 24
The Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit will host a series of special editions of its Sunday Jazzy Brunch, running for four weekends in November, enhanced with live music and a dash of culinary theatre. On Nov 3, discover the drama of a live tuna-carving demonstration. On Nov 10, seafood lovers will be in heaven on with a focus on fresh local and imported shellfish. Rossini’s on November 17 offers the Italian Sunday Brunch and on Nov 24, the hotel will celebrate the “Best Of Asia” with some dishes from Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, China and Thailand such as chili crab, laksa, nasi lemak, chicken rice and much more. Visit the hotel’s website.
Celebrate Myanmar / dusitD2 Samyan Bangkok / Nov 7
The “Friends Of Myanmar” event is a celebration of Myanmar’s rich culture, combining fine dining, art and wine, which will take place at Dusit Gourmet, dusitD2 Samyan Bangkok. Guests will experience a fusion of Myanmar cuisine with French flair and Anglo-Burmese influences. The evening will also feature an exclusive art display available for auction, alongside carefully curated wine pairings. Visit the hotel’s website.
Anniversary celebrations / Courtyard By Marriott Phuket Town / Nov 1-20
From Nov 1-20, Courtyard bBy Marriott Phuket Town will hold the “3rd Anniversary Contest”. Entrants can “Like” and “Share” the campaign Facebook post on their Facebook account with a caption about what they love most about the hotel, adding the hashtags #CourtyardPhuketTown and #CourtyardPhuketTownTurns3. Those who haven’t experienced the hotel can reveal what they are looking forward to enjoying. To win a prize they need to take a screenshot of their post and put in the “Comment” below the campaign Facebook post. The three best entries will win prizes, with the top prize being a two-night stay in a Family Room, including breakfast and a set dinner for three people at Yue Restaurant & Bar. Additional entries will win vouchers for F&B experiences, including a Market Place Buffet for four people at Krua Talad Yai and a set dinner for four people at Yue Restaurant & Bar. Winners will be announced on Nov 30.
Workout programme / Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa, Nai Yang Beach
Fitness lovers seeking an escape on Thailand’s tropical shores can take part in the” 3-Day Workout Program” at Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa, Nai Yang Beach. This inspiring bootcamp commences with a 60-minute bike tour followed by a 60-minute personal training session. Day two sees a “Martial Arts & Recovery” featuring a 60-minute Muay Thai boxing class and 40 minutes of passive stretching. Day three is the “Flexibility & Exploration” with a 60-minute yoga class. Visit the hotel’s website.
Fishermen and sea / Warin Lab Contemporary / Until Nov 30
Warin Lab will host another thought-provoking exhibition with an environmentally conscious message. Prach Pimarnman has witnessed the impact of capitalist intervention on the local fishing community in his hometown of Narathiwat. For generations, fishermen and their seaborne surroundings have lived in harmony. Historically, they were nomadic until some settled in the area where the Bang Nara River meets the Gulf of Thailand. Their land was vacant and undeveloped, until recently when it was assigned to the Marine Department's jurisdiction, rendering their presence debatable or owned by local magnates, who expanded their holdings by reclaiming more land area into the water. In "From Nomad To Nowhere", Prach captures the tension between the vanishing natural landscape and the vulnerable yet resilient community whose livelihood depends on it. He metaphors the memories of the location, through using materials belonging to the locality, such as pounded bricks, seashells, charcoal and thrown-away fishnets. Prach mirrors the community’s struggle to preserve their way of life, pressured by ever-increasing capitalisation. The exhibition runs until Nov 30.
EAT
Afternoon Tea / Shangri-La Horizon Cruise / Nov 24 and Dec 29
Embark on an unparalleled afternoon tea experience aboard the luxurious Shangri-La Horizon Cruise. Indulge in an exquisite journey along the majestic River of Kings while partaking in a delightful assortment of sweet and savoury treats. Immerse yourself in a cultural experience with local delights, including the famous Thai iced tea, special homemade jam, premium seasonal ingredients and guilt-free SiriThai Vegan Ice Cream, conceptualised by Thai actress, Khemupsorn Sirisukha, in support of Thai farmers from Sakon Nakhon province. Every treat served is selected with Shangri-La’s “Rooted in Nature” initiative in mind. The tea is offered on Nov 24 and Dec 29. Visit the hotel’s website.
Full-blood Wagyu / Bull & Bear / Until Nov 30
Bull & Bear at the Waldorf Astoria Bangkok is offering an exclusive menu showcasing Rangers Valley Full-Blood Wagyu from Australia, until the end of the month. The finest Wagyu cuts celebrated for their exceptional marbling, consistent tenderness and rich, buttery flavour will be featured on an à la carte menu. Highlights include Wagyu toast; Beef tataki salad; Beef consommé; and Beef tenderloin MB7. Visit the hotel’s website.
Set lunch / Uno Mas
Uno Mas, the Spanish restaurant at Centara Grand at CentralWorld, has introduced its latest weekday set lunch menus. Curated by chef Roberto Gonzalez Alonso, the rotating menus showcase the flavours of Spain. Two distinct menus will be available daily, changing every two weeks, ensuring variety and excitement for both returning and new diners. Menu One includes starters such as Ibérico pork ribs with chorizo and Galician potatoes, Sopa de Ajo with Ibérico ham stock, and white anchovy with roasted capsicum salad. Main course options range from white tuna stewed in tomato sauce, Valencian toasted angel hair in paella style, squids, piparra peppers, and Angus beef cheek stew with summer vegetables. Finish your meal with a choice of rice pudding Asturian style or tonic cantaloupe melon with lime, among other dishes. Visit the hotel’s website.
Oyster nights / The St. Regis Bangkok
The St. Regis Bangkok invites guests to experience a taste of Brittany’s maritime heritage, featuring the finest oysters from the renowned Cadoret family, accompanied by select sparkling wines and single malt whiskies. “Cadoret Oyster Nights” will take place twice a month, on the first and last Fridays at The St. Regis Bar. With a rich history of more than five generations since 1880, Cadoret blends traditional techniques with innovation to produce world-renowned oysters, known for their unique cultivation at the confluence of the fresh waters of the Bélon River and the salty Atlantic Ocean. Diners can savour freshly shucked oysters, including ‘La Fine Cadoret,’ ‘L’Héritage’, and ‘La Plate du Bélon’ varieties, served with a classic condiment and toasted rye bread to enhance the oysters' natural flavours. Visit the hotel’s website.
Hometown cuisine / Man Ho Bistro / Until Nov 30
Man Ho Bistro has launched the “Chef Xia’s Hometown Cuisine”, a special promotion until Nov 30. The menu, crafted by senior sous chef Xia Yue Shan, draws inspiration from the rich flavours of Cantonese cuisine. Enjoy Home-style boiled pig’s feet with turmeric and ginger sauce, Goose intestine with fresh Sichuan peppercorns and soy sauce, and Wok-fried rice with Chinese sausage, dried shrimp, dried squid and taro. Visit the restaurant’s website.
Afternoon tea / Conrad Bangkok / Nov 1 to Feb 28
Step into "The Japanese Garden”, an opulent afternoon tea concept presented in a hot-air balloon shaped afternoon tea set at Conrad Bangkok's Diplomat Bar. Indulge in Avocado temari sushi, Uzaku featuring grilled eel, Yakitori with grilled chicken, Hotate gratin showcasing Hokkaido scallop, Japanese potato salad, Gyukatsu sando, Green dorayaki, Ichigo daifuku, Matcha cheese tart and Matcha choux with strawberry cream and marinated strawberry. There are also special cocktails and cocktails to accompany the tea. Visit the hotel’s website.
New opening / Pasticceria Cova Montenapoleone
Boonlapo and Pasticceria Cova Montenapoleone will soon open a premium Italian pastry experience in Bangkok. Pasticceria Cova Montenapoleone, a renowned Italian pastry and restaurant brand, will open first outpost in Southeast Asia at One Bangkok. The upcoming opening of Pasticceria Cova Montenapoleone will be positioned as an all-day dining cafe and restaurant. Expect authentic Italian delights from breakfast to dinner.
TRAVEL
China bound / AirAsia Move / Until Dec 31
AirAsia Move, formerly known as AirAsia Superapp, caters to those looking to fly to China, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan with 3D2N flight and accommodation packages. The visa exemption sees an influx of Thais visiting China and if you wish to escape Bangkok winter for a cooler one (or get in touch with your ancestors' homeland for those of Chinese descent) you have various options to ponder from Shenzhen, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Taipei, Macau, Chongqing and more. The starting price is around six grey notes. Available for booking until Dec 31 for a travelling period until March 31, 2025.
