Fishing isn’t usually associated with Bangkok, but for all the keen anglers out there, the good news is that the city actually has a great hidden gem called Bungsamran Fishing Park. Located in the suburban outskirts of Bangkok, Bungsamran is…
A cruise on the Chao Phraya river is a fantastic way to experience Bangkok, and something all visitors should try to experience at least once in my opinion. We’ve already talked about this in last week’s post of course, but…
With over 10 million inhabitants, Bangkok can feel hectic at times. A cruise along the Chao Phraya river provides a wonderful alternative to tuk tuks, taxis and metros and allows you to see some of the most famous landmarks in…
Somboon Seafood is a well-established chain of restaurants, best known for their signature dish, the fried curry crab. The original Somboon Seafood first opened in the Samyan area in 1969. Apparently, this is where the famous “Pood-Phad-Phong-Karee” originated, and the…
Christmas isn’t officially a holiday in Thailand, but that doesn’t mean you won’t be able to see it. In fact, if you’ve visited Bangkok around December you will have probably noticed brightly lit Christmas trees, fairy lights and colourful decorations…
Bangkok has a vibrant live music scene with live performances happening every night of the week. From laid back jazz to loud and energetic rock, the city is dotted with dozens of wonderful places for getting your groove on. Here…
In 1988 the Thai Silk Company, established by Jim Thompson, decided to invest in its own mulberry plantation and silkworm production centre in order to ensure a reliable supply of raw materials for production of its silk products. Jim Thompson’s…
Last week I decided it was time to brush up on my culinary skills, so I signed up for a half-day cooking class at the fantastic Sompong Thai Cooking School. I had heard good things about this family-run cooking school,…
