Sparkling Bubbles
Champagne and sparkling wine: same same, but different. By Anita Zaror Welcome to The Oenophile! A place for connoisseurs and aficionados to find and share information about wine. Send us information about your wine events, and we will publish it on this
Bar Specials – December 2013
Bar special for nightlife in December, the special month of the year. There are the special bar both in Bangkok and Koh Samui to enjoy with and celebrate the festival of happiness.
Dining Special – December 2013
Dining Special for your extraordinary meal on Christmas Eve, Christmas, and New Year at the special Restaurant this December both in Bangkok and Hua Hin.
On The Hunt for a Gourmet Burger
From LA to Bangkok, Daniel Thaiger’s hamburgers have what it takes. By Marianna Dietrich They say anything worth having takes work, and while locating Daniel Thaiger— Bangkok’s first gourmet burger food truck—might require some effort, the reward to the palate is well
Making a Statement
Lifestyle playground KU DÉ TA arrived to Bangkok to revolutionize the city’s dining and entertainment landscape. Bars, restaurants, and clubs in a city come and go, especially in one like Bangkok, where the gastronomic and entertainment markets are so dynamic. To
Sansiri’s take on the resort-style home
Five exciting projects, from beachside luxury resort condominiums in Phuket to residences surrounded by verdant flora at Khao Yai and Chiang Mai, are presented by Thailand’s property developer. With Thailand’s continued development, healthy economy, and soaring popularity amongst foreign investors, the
Market-to-Table Menu with Charles Chistiaens
We challenged Hansar Bangkok’s new executive chef to take us to a market, buy ingredients, cook a meal, and pair it with wine. This was the outcome. By Laurence Civil As with most of us, it was his passion for travel that
Spa Offers – December 2013
There are spa offers of this December from Banyan Tree Bangkok Hotel, Oasis Spa, and Breeze Spa in Bangkok, Hua Hin, Phuket, Koh Chang, Pattaya, Krabi, and Koh Samui.
Dress to Impress
Our selection of looks for end-of-year festivities, from Siam Paragon Bangkok International Fashion Week (BIFW) 2013, staged under “The Future is Asia” concept, held November 7–10, at Parc Paragon. To see more about BIFW, visit www.lookeastmagazine.com
“WE WANT TO SUPPORT THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY”
The Indonesian–Thai Chamber of Commerce opens its doors for greater business cooperation between both countries. By Federico Brandi Diplomatic and business relations between Indonesia and Thailand have endured for more than 60 years, with continued and fruitful bilateral cooperation. The two countries formally
When Food Becomes Art
Michelin-starred French chef, Alain Pégouret, in an exclusive interview with Lookeast. by Anita Zaror Throughout the ages, food has brought together friends and family to celebrate and enjoy. Nowadays, epicureans around the world gather at certain tables where, besides having the opportunity
Pattaya Is Getting Fancy
The launch of Centara Grand Phratamnak Pattaya raises the question of a potential upcoming luxury market in the beach town. by Anita Zaror I love living in a bustling city like Bangkok, but I always enjoy getting away anywhere where I can
Changing The Face of Bangkok
New mass transit lines currently in construction and planning will add 159 stations all around the city. Six mass transit lines now in various stages of construction and planning are set to change the face of Bangkok by the end
Nok Air, Scoot to Establish New Low-Cost Carrier
Nok Air and Scoot have signed a memorandum of understanding to establish a new low-cost airline to be based in Bangkok. The new airline will be named NokScoot and will be based at Don Mueang International Airport. It will operate
The Future of Spiritual Tourism in Asia
Discussions from the International Conference on Spiritual Tourism for Sustainable Development, Vietnam, November 21–22. By Imtiaz Muqbil Spirituality is deeply interwoven into the fabric of Asia and, by extension, in the promotion of travel and tourism. A United Nations World Tourism Organization
Travel News – December 2013
The travel news for this December are gladness of 3 luxury hotel for their prize: Dusit Thani Hua Hin, Mandarin Oriental Bangkok, and Anantara Bophut Koh Samui. And a good new from Emirates.
Bangkok Airways to host Pattaya Countdown 2014 “The Blue Masquerade Party” at dusitD2 baraquda pattaya
Bangkok Airways, in partnership with the dusitD2 baraquda hotel, will welcome 2014 in high-style by
Greener grass in Chonburi
The Thailand Golf Championship, to be held December 12–15 at Amata Spring Country Club, will gather some of the world’s best players. The Thailand Golf Championship, a prestigious tournament that is part of the wider Asian Tour founded in 1995, was
Hotel Deals
Attractive hotel deals in Bangkok for this December and New Year
Krabi Mini Guide
Visit Krabi and you will see why Thailand’s islands and beaches continue to win out over any other in the region. By Dave Stamboulis While Krabi used to be the uninvited sister to the prom of siblings Phuket and Samui, she is
Party in Bangkok, Chill Out in Krabi
Actor, producer, and director Lex Luther gives us his tips on the best places to party in the city and to relax by the beach. By Lucie Barke Actor, producer, and director Lex Luther is a well-known face in Bangkok’s party
Travel Features – December 2013
Travel features this December present about specials hotel: Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square, Chai Lai Orchid Eco Resort, and Other hotels with social missions in Thailand.
72 Hours in Japan
Hop on a plane on Saturday after midnight, wake up in Japan, visit Mount Fuji and Tokyo, and come back to Bangkok full of gifts and with the wish of going back soon. By Coco Lavender One of the privileges of living
Above The Clouds and Away from The Crowds
Mud spas, Longneck Karen, adventure caving, and the beauty of remote Mae Hong Son. By Dave Stamboulis Mae Hong Son lies far from the maddening tourist crowds, separated geographically from the northern urban outposts of Thailand by steep mountains. Much of