Chinese Dumplings and Vegetarian Noodles at Chong Nonsi
Bangkok is a city that’s heavily influenced by the Chinese, and many local Thais, especially in Bangkok, are partly of Chinese descent. Since Chinese have been in Thailand for so long, there’s an...
View ArticlePhoto Essay: Lub d’s Tum Boon Blessing Ceremony
On June 6th at Lub d Silom, and July 4th at Lub d Siam Square, we hosted a Thai Tum Boon blessing ceremony. For this Buddhist merit making ceremony, monks were invited to Lub d to pray and bless the …...
View ArticleAsiatique Riverfront – Bangkok’s Evening Entertainment Complex
Bangkok has long been known for its night shopping markets, but when Suam Lum night bazar was forced to close its doors due to land disputes, there became a new demand for a shopping nightlife...
View ArticleWhere to buy English books in Bangkok
As travelers, having a few good books at all times is a must. Long waits, bus and other transportation rides, relaxing on the beach, or hiking in the mountains, it’s always nice to have a book....
View ArticleLub d – Going Beyond Beds
We have been working on it, planning and talking for what seems like an eternity. Now finally, we have the first tangible assets within our vicinity. And though these are still under construction,...
View ArticleWeekend Day Trip to Koh Kred Island
Bangkok is filled with a vast amount of attractions to take advantage of, and one gem of a day trip is to visit Koh Kred Island, located in the middle of the Chao Phraya River. The island, which is...
View ArticleThai Vegetarian Food at Saphan Taksin
There are countless restaurants around Lub d Silom, but what if you want a strictly vegetarian Thai food meal? Last month we covered Yong He Dou Jiang, a Chinese restaurant near Chong Nonsi BTS station...
View ArticleZana’s Bean Coffee Shop
There are some good little cafe’s around Lub d Silom, including HelpLive at Chong Nonsi BTS station, the Neilson Hays Library, and the newest edition to the list: Zana’s Bean. This little coffee shop,...
View ArticleDrinking Water and Ice in Thailand
One of the main safety and hygiene questions for visitors coming to Thailand is about drinking water and using ice in Bangkok. Here’s a brief explanation about the situation. Let’s first begin with...
View ArticleKhlong Thom Market
Located within the already vibrant Bangkok Chinatown, Khlong Thom market is an extremely bustling market where you can find just about everything. Even if you don’t need to buy anything, it’s always...
View ArticleDay Trip to Bang Krachao
While Bangkok is a huge and bustling city, one can easily escape the crowds and pollution by going on a day trip to a place like Bang Krachao within the district of Phra Pradaeng. This area, known as...
View ArticleOne of the Best Places for Pad Thai in Bangkok
There’s a lot of different Thai dishes to taste when you’re in Thailand, and even though Pad Thai sometimes gets over-hyped, it does remain one of the top local dishes in Bangkok. While the pad Thai...
View ArticlePhoto Essay: Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River
The Chao Phraya River flows through the heart of Bangkok. Many of the city’s historic sites and landmarks, including the Grand Palace and Wat Arun, are located along the river. In the photo above you...
View ArticleTaking a Bicycle Tour of Bangkok
There are many different ways to see Bangkok and an enjoyable off the beaten path method is to take a bicycle tour. One of the best things about a bicycle tour is that you get to pedal through many...
View ArticleBig Bite Bangkok – A Foodie Fundraiser on Nov 24
Dwight Turner, from In Search Of Sanuk and EatingThaiFood, had a wonderful idea of connecting charity with food. Along with the help of Chawadee, they created Big Bite Bangkok, the ultimate food-fest...
View ArticleWhat to eat for breakfast in Thailand
When you visit Bangkok, you might be asking yourself, “what should I eat for breakfast?” The first thing to remember is that Thai breakfast foods in general are not so uniquely different from lunch or...
View ArticleExploring Food in Bangrak
The area of Bangrak is located just a stones throw from Lub d Silom, and while the district is famous for its gold and jewelry stores, we care a lot more about the food. To get to Bangrak from Lub …...
View ArticleChinese New Years in Bangkok 2014
With a massive population of ethnic Chinese inter-woven into Thailand and its society, Chinese New Years is a significant celebration. 2014 is the year of the horse, and this year it will be celebrated...
View ArticleWhat’s going on in Bangkok? An overview of the shutdown
We’ve been receiving a lot of questions about the current situation in Bangkok, and how it relates to traveling and visiting Thailand. The “Bangkok shutdown” began on Monday the 13th of January, and...
View ArticleTop 5 Bangkok Restaurants of 2013
It’s quite a challenge to narrow down a list of best restaurants in Bangkok in an entire year, but we’ve managed to do it, and here are 5 top picks that stand out for their delicious food. If you’re a...
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