Wine deals alert: Le Méridien Bangkok just launched “The Unexpected Wine Journey...

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Wine deals alert: Le Méridien Bangkok just launched “The Unexpected Wine Journey...

Wine deals alert: Le Méridien Bangkok just launched “The Unexpected Wine Journey” at their Bamboo Chic Bar with 15 wines from different countries and regions—prices start at B125++ per glass but there’s also a B695 free-flow wine package for two full hours including deep-fried calamari (yum) and parmesan-truffle steak fries (double yum!). [sponsored]

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"[People say] we remind them of the old Potato. And because we actually are the...

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"[People say] we remind them of the old Potato. And because we actually are the...

"[People say] we remind them of the old Potato. And because we actually are the old Potato, it feels nice."


When the chips are down: Former members of Potato on reuniting as R9
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After releasing their first single “Ter Kue Rak” as a soundtrack for the sitcom Joot Nat Pob last month, rock band R9 has attracted over 400,000 views on YouTube.

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These movies are kind of a big thing. But should you read now or wait?

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These movies are kind of a big thing. But should you read now or wait?

These movies are kind of a big thing. But should you read now or wait?


7 book to blockbuster adaptations coming to Bangkok cinemas soon
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These movies are kind of a big thing. But should you should you read now or wait?

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You'll no longer need to ask your air hostess friends to carry Naked Palettes ba...

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You'll no longer need to ask your air hostess friends to carry Naked Palettes ba...

You'll no longer need to ask your air hostess friends to carry Naked Palettes back for you.


US beauty brand Urban Decay to arrive Bangkok this September
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You'll no longer need to ask your air hostess friends to carry Naked Palettes back for you.

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Looks like we're in for a very, very musical weekend with folk, heavy-rock, regg...

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Looks like we're in for a very, very musical weekend with folk, heavy-rock, regg...

Looks like we're in for a very, very musical weekend with folk, heavy-rock, reggae, experimental sounds taking over town. But that's not all. What have you got planned?


BK Weekend: What's on in Bangkok this Jul 25-27
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Looks like we're in for a very, very musical weekend with folk, heavy-rock, reggae, experimental sounds taking over town. But that's not all. What have you got planned?

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"The labor court is never on the side of the laborers."

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"The labor court is never on the side of the laborers."

"The labor court is never on the side of the laborers."


Award-winning activist Bunyuen Sukmai on the massive problems facing Thai laborers
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Migrant laborers are a hot topic in Thailand at the moment, also bringing into question the conditions of Thai workers in their own country. BK talks to labor activist Bunyuen Sukmai, 44, winner of this year’s Somchai Neelapaijit Award (in tribute to the missing human rights lawyer), about standing…

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Today is International Hot Dog Day! Celebrate with a bunch of special deals at o...

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Today is International Hot Dog Day! Celebrate with a bunch of special deals at o...

Today is International Hot Dog Day! Celebrate with a bunch of special deals at our favorite hot dog joints.


Top dog: Bangkok's best hot dog joints
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Today is International Hot Dog Day! Celebrate with a bunch of special deals at our favorite hot dog joints.

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Would you like some greenery with your late brunch?

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Would you like some greenery with your late brunch?

Would you like some greenery with your late brunch?


Humming Birds Kitchen and Garden
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Would you like some greenery with your late brunch?

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More good news for indie lovers, courtesy of Popscene.

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More good news for indie lovers, courtesy of Popscene.

More good news for indie lovers, courtesy of Popscene.


US dance-punks !!! (Chk Chk Chk) coming to Bangkok
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Popscene's head organizer Jimmy Livewire has announced yet more good news for Bangkok indie lovers as the latest band lined up to hit town will be !!!, commonly pronounced Chk Chk Chk (or Pow Pow Pow and Uh Uh Uh), from Warp Records.

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Seeking Thai royal cuisine? Nonthaburi’s Manorah has now arrived in the inner ci...

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Seeking Thai royal cuisine? Nonthaburi’s Manorah has now arrived in the inner ci...

Seeking Thai royal cuisine? Nonthaburi’s Manorah has now arrived in the inner city.


Manorah
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Seeking Thai royal cuisine? Nonthaburi’s Manorah has now arrived in the inner city.

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By Kathy MacLeod

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By Kathy MacLeod

By Kathy MacLeod

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Time for a cheap and cheerful Bangkok staycation?

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Time for a cheap and cheerful Bangkok staycation?

Time for a cheap and cheerful Bangkok staycation?


Bangkok's new wave of design hostels making dorms cool again
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With numerous boutique hotels opening in Bangkok, we talk to the small business owners jazzing up budget stays.

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One of our favorite ice cream spots in town has just opened a second branch.

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One of our favorite ice cream spots in town has just opened a second branch.

One of our favorite ice cream spots in town has just opened a second branch.


Creamery Open Kitchen
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One of our favorite ice cream spots in town has just opened a second branch.

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“Think big with a calm mind”: find out ways to develop and strengthen your emoti...

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“Think big with a calm mind”: find out ways to develop and strengthen your emoti...

“Think big with a calm mind”: find out ways to develop and strengthen your emotional intelligence¬—the ability to manage yourself and your relationships in and outside your work place. [sponsored] www.johnrobertpowers.in.th

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Titles include "Menstrual Synchrony" and "Last Night I Made a Pancake before Mid...

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Titles include "Menstrual Synchrony" and "Last Night I Made a Pancake before Mid...

Titles include "Menstrual Synchrony" and "Last Night I Made a Pancake before Midnight."


Chula fresh grad films go on show at the BACC this weekend
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Watch the teaser trailer.

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"Farmers go from never knowing who they grew rice for to having their customers...

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"Farmers go from never knowing who they grew rice for to having their customers...

"Farmers go from never knowing who they grew rice for to having their customers visit them. We want to create that heartwarming bond that bridges the physical distance." ผูกปิ่นโตข้าว


Pook Pin To Kao: Improving Thai society through organic rice
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Stimulated by the rice mortgage crisis in February 2014, Pook Pin To Kao emerged on Facebook as a non-profit project devoted to improving the situations of Thai rice farmers.

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Doner kebab, anyone? This place just opened in a popular night spot.

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Doner kebab, anyone? This place just opened in a popular night spot.

Doner kebab, anyone? This place just opened in a popular night spot.


The Kebabry
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Serving up German-Turkish-style doner kebabs, The Kebabry has just opened in one of Bangkok's most popular night spots.

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Have you tried the new food truck in town? These burgers are massive.

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Have you tried the new food truck in town? These burgers are massive.

Have you tried the new food truck in town? These burgers are massive.


Mother Trucker
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Have you tried the new food truck in town? These burgers are massive.

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This guy's story will warm your heart.

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This guy's story will warm your heart.

This guy's story will warm your heart.


Loong Yim and his gang of pets roam the Bangkok streets looking to put a smile on people's faces
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He and his pet dogs, cats, chicken and ducks, all furnished with colorful LED lights, roam the streets looking to put a smile on people’s faces. BK asks him why.

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Take a look inside Chef Ian Kittichai's striking new restaurant.

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Take a look inside Chef Ian Kittichai's striking new restaurant.

Take a look inside Chef Ian Kittichai's striking new restaurant.


Namsaah Bottling Trust
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Justine Dunne was manager of the beloved Bed Supperclub, then Ku De Ta. Fred Meyer manages a whole bunch of world-class DJs. And Ian Kittichai is Thailand’s most globally recognized chef. The three of them joined forces and opened the Namsaah Bottling Trust.

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"Even if you’re a villain sometimes, you can still be a heroine."

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"Even if you’re a villain sometimes, you can still be a heroine."

"Even if you’re a villain sometimes, you can still be a heroine."


Jai Sira on the life of a professional drag queen in Bangkok
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Jai Sira, age 32, got his start in Australia, where he performed at the famous ARQ in Sydney. Since returning home five years ago, he has found work dressing up as celebrities and fictional characters, especially Madonna and his latest performance, which has caused a stir on social networks, for the Thai premiere of Maleficent.

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Mixing vodka and tea—it's a thing! [sponsored: Grey Goose Vodka]

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Mixing vodka and tea—it's a thing! [sponsored: Grey Goose Vodka]

Mixing vodka and tea—it's a thing! [sponsored: Grey Goose Vodka]


Why mixing tea and vodka is actually a really good idea
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Grey Goose, a premium vodka from France made from wheat, partnered with the equally posh tea brand Tichaa by Harnn to demonstrate that, yes, tea and vodka do get along.

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Bangkok's art scene is heating up. Where are you heading tonight?

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Bangkok's art scene is heating up. Where are you heading tonight?

Bangkok's art scene is heating up. Where are you heading tonight?


Your complete guide to Bangkok's Galleries' Night this Saturday
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Held as the finale of the annual Franco-Thai Cultural Festival La Fete, the contemporary art night will see galleries across Bangkok open until late, offering pop-up collaborations and art projects. Jul 5, from 7pm-midnight. Full list and details here.

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Geeks unite, indie acts celebrate Independence Day, galleries stay open till mid...

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Geeks unite, indie acts celebrate Independence Day, galleries stay open till mid...

Geeks unite, indie acts celebrate Independence Day, galleries stay open till midnight and much more.


BK Weekend: What's on in Bangkok this Jul 4-6
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Geeks unite, indie acts celebrate Independence Day, galleries stay open till midnight and much more.

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Pack your bags! Reasons to travel this July, August and September.

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Pack your bags! Reasons to travel this July, August and September.

Pack your bags! Reasons to travel this July, August and September.


9 of the best upcoming events in Asia
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Pack your bags! Reasons to travel this July, August and September.

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Bangkok’s independent-working scene just keeps on growing.

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Bangkok’s independent-working scene just keeps on growing.

Bangkok’s independent-working scene just keeps on growing.


New co-working space Joint Cafe & Workspace opens in Bangkok today
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Following the likes of Ma:D and Casa Lapin x26, here is the latest addition to Bangkok’s growing independent-working scene.

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Celebrate July 4th in style.

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Celebrate July 4th in style.

Celebrate July 4th in style.


Bangkok’s 5 best American-style diners
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Happy days! Here's where to get a good ol' fashioned burger and a side of fries--in a venue to match.

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House Rama RCA's month of cult cinema kicks off tomorrow.

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House Rama RCA's month of cult cinema kicks off tomorrow.

House Rama RCA's month of cult cinema kicks off tomorrow.


Bangkok's House RCA celebrates 10 years with a special month of screenings
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For ten years already House RCA has been offering Bangkok film lovers a greater range of cinematic experiences. Over that time it's hosted countless talks, workshops and film events.

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Prepare the tissues.

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Prepare the tissues.

Prepare the tissues.


Watch the 8 award-winning Thai ads from Cannes Lions 2014
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This year's International Festival of Creativity, or Cannes Lions 2014, held from Jun 15-21 wasn't the happiest occasion for ad agencies from Thailand, who altogether won a total of 17 awards last year, four gold, six silver and seven bronze.

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The sunglasses specialists have opened a second branch with a collaboration betw...

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The sunglasses specialists have opened a second branch with a collaboration betw...

The sunglasses specialists have opened a second branch with a collaboration between two fashion heavyweights.


Niche Nation
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The sunglasses specialists have opened a second branch with a collaboration between two fashion heavyweights.

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"Bangkokians...are just stupid."

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"Bangkokians...are just stupid."

"Bangkokians...are just stupid."


Leena Jung, the failed gubernatorial candidate taking on General Prayuth
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Known for her explosive personality and frequent criticism of politicians and celebrities, former Bangkok governor candidate Leena Jungjunja, aka Leena Jung, 55, is never far from the headlines. Her latest outburst came when a closure order for her HotTV station saw her head down to the Thai Army Cl…

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