‘Saawaan’ is Where Good Thai Street Food Goes to Heaven
The amuse-bouche arrives, a half-open egg served in a nest of straw. The delicate shell cups layers of flavor: caramelized naam pla and jaggery palm sugar, a sous vide egg yolk, cilantro puree, fried...
View ArticleThai Desserts Modern But Unpretentious at Ayutthaya Cafe
AYUTTHAYA — Somewhere between overly chic hangout and dowdy OTOP shack is Baan Khao Nhom, an unpretentious cafe – with a sensible price range – that also benefits local producers. Baan Khao Nom, a...
View ArticleTaco Bell Bangkok to Open Next Month Near Chit Lom
BANGKOK — Tom Yum tacos or kaprao burritos? We’ll see. The post Taco Bell Bangkok to Open Next Month Near Chit Lom appeared first on Khaosod English.
View ArticleLittle Prince, La La Land Become Cinephile Chef’s Fan Art Tarts
Inside the box is a pilot who’s crashed in the Sahara, a delicate rose with only four thorns, a wise fox and an elusive sheep. There’s also a little planet-hopping prince in green. The post Little...
View ArticleAnd Now, Fine Cheese From Central Thailand. Really.
Camembert. Gruyeres. Brie. Names that have become more associated with the cheeses they produce than the cities themselves. The same cannot be said of Nakhon Pathom. When it comes to making cheese,...
View ArticleHow to Snag Discounted Goodies at Bangkok’s Supermarkets (And Fight Food Waste)
Here are some tips to swipe cheap cheese and baked goods at the supermarkets. The post How to Snag Discounted Goodies at Bangkok’s Supermarkets (And Fight Food Waste) appeared first on Khaosod English.
View Article‘Sweet Poppy’ a Family & Expat Oasis in Nonthaburi
NONTHABURI — Suntanned women sip prosecco under a thatched outdoor bar. Freckled millennials take photos of their avocado toast. Brunette children scramble over a wooden jungle gym in a grassy yard....
View ArticleRussian Restaurant by Real Russian Opens in Bangkok
BANGKOK — What could be the only Russian restaurant in Bangkok with a real Russian chef has opened with a surprisingly affordable menu. The Moon Under Water is a tiny, approachable Russian restaurant...
View ArticleBangkok Taco Bell Fans Binge on Comfort Food, and Possibly, Regret
BANGKOK — For almost three hours, Junior stood eagerly waiting in line. After the 27 people before him were served, he would be sinking his teeth into a greasy taco like he did during his teen years...
View ArticleCentury-Old Bangkok House Wins New Life as Cafe
BANGKOK — A century-old home in the city’s old quarter was given a new lease on life when its owner recently opened it to the public as a cafe. The post Century-Old Bangkok House Wins New Life as Cafe...
View ArticleWhere to Celebrate Chinese New Year in Bangkok
BANGKOK — Enter the Year of the Pig doing more than eating dumplings and wearing a qipao. The post Where to Celebrate Chinese New Year in Bangkok appeared first on Khaosod English.
View ArticleCowed by Social Media, Bangkok Taco Bell to Add Beef
BANGKOK — An American fast food chain that opened in Bangkok without any of its famed "supreme" beef fare will take action after it became a laughing stock on social media. The post Cowed by Social...
View ArticleSavor Sarnies Sandwiches in 19th Century Bangkok Shophouse
BANGKOK — An over 150-year-old shophouse where ships were once repaired has become a go-to brunch spot since it was taken over by a Singaporean cafe and eatery recently. The post Savor Sarnies...
View ArticleGet Hangry, Go ‘Mad Face’ at Riverside Food & Fun Fare
BANGKOK — Consider starving yourself just a little next week to prepare for a festive riverside smorgasbord. The post Get Hangry, Go ‘Mad Face’ at Riverside Food & Fun Fare appeared first on...
View ArticleGem Mogul’s Persian Food Shines on Silom
BANGKOK — Most days of the week, an Iranian mining mogul has his employees pick up his dinner from one restaurant – his own. “I don’t care about profit. My main income is something else,” Fillip...
View Article19th Century ‘Palace’ Reborn as Bangkok Arts Hub
BANGKOK — A 120-year-old home that once belonged to a noted Siamese reformer is opening its doors to the public as a nexus for art, culture, social innovation and more. The post 19th Century ‘Palace’...
View ArticleThere Are 44 Italian Restaurants in Thailand Rome Approves Of
BANGKOK — A guidebook published Wednesday by the Thai-Italian Chamber of Commerce lists a couple dozen restaurants out of the approximately 1,000 nationwide that have passed strict authenticity...
View ArticleWhere to Sacrifice Your Liver to St. Patrick in Bangkok
BANGKOK — Starting this Friday, Bangkok’s sois will be a little greener and wetter as revelers chug a pint or six to celebrate La Fheile Padraig – Saint Patrick’s Day. The post Where to Sacrifice Your...
View ArticlePork Bingsu: This Shop Only Serves Crispy Pork Dishes
KHON KAEN — Queues of hungry students and locals were lining up at a shop that sells everything “moo krob” in the northeast of Thailand. At Ajo Took Yaang Moo Krob or Ajo Everything Moo Krob, every...
View ArticleCraving Durian Pad Thai? Baiyoke Has You Covered
BANGKOK — Baiyoke Sky Hotel’s annual durian buffet is back to satisfy cravings for the iconic, smelly fruit. The post Craving Durian Pad Thai? Baiyoke Has You Covered appeared first on Khaosod English.
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