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Dusit Thani Pattaya: Schulthess heads kitchen operations When it comes to remaining calm under pressure, Thai chefs are second to none, according to Flemming Schulthess, executive chef at the Dusit Thani Pattaya.
- Sasi: A celebration of dance under the stars Sasi Restaurant near Hua Hin offers the ideal spot in which to learn more about traditional forms of Thai performance art while enjoying 'al fresco' dining under the stars.
- Lampang: 'Spoiled for choice' at Riverside Restaurant While there's certainly lots to experience in the northern town of Lampang, locating a decent restaurant can prove to be a bit of a puzzle – until now, that is. Kinnareemas recently visited the town's Riverside Restaurant and was as impressed by its food as its idyllic locale.
- Jesse Garcia: Tribal beats get a residency in 'Bed' James Vernon catches up with Jesse Garcia, one of Spain's most beloved deejays, and a purveyor of the Tribal House sub-genre. Bangkok residents will get to see a whole lot more of Garcia during 2009 since Bed Supperclub has appointed him as its international resident deejay.
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Section updated 19-12-08
Singha Life: Menswear range aims to keep brand name buzzing Producers of alcoholic drinks are finding it increasingly difficult to advertise their products due to increasingly stringent regulations. Boon Rawd Brewery Group is hoping its recently-launched Singha Life menswear range will provide one way of keeping its brand assets in the public domain.
- Prospects for Nutra GABA rice looking rosy A collaborative effort between Kasetsart University's Institute of Food Research and Product Development and the private sector is showing strong potential in terms of generating interest in Nutra GABA rice.
- LPN Development shares its 'secrets to survival' Property developer LPN Development faced shaky economic and financial conditions during the 1997 Asian crisis, but has since made a strong recovery. Opas Sripayak, the company's managing director, explains some of the company's survival secrets as businesses face another challenging period ahead.
- Princess Beauty & Spa makes an impression overseas Princess Beauty & Spa has always stressed the importance of providing consistently remarkable spa and beauty services. Its recent progress seems to have been turning heads and now the Thai company seems to be making progress in overseas markets, too, reports Maneeya Dhammataree.
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Section updated 12-12-08
Klong Sip Ha: Nakhon Nayok's impressive market garden Whether you're already 'green fingered', aspiring to become a gardening expert, or simply a passive enthusiast, a visit to Klong Sip Ha in Nakhon Nayok province provides a gloriously colorful day out just a short drive from the capital.
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- Appliqué: A playground ‘where craft meets design’ Offering a huge range of products and options, even absolute beginners will be able to say ‘can do’ following a visit to one of Appliqué’s three craft-oriented Bangkok stores.
- PRINTcafé: 'We Print Happiness' It wasn't long ago that people were pretty much limited to printing off larger quantities of printed items than they needed in a bid to justify the cost involved. Thanks to PRINTcafé, you can now order up just a single personalized item, as Nida Tunsuttiwong discovers.
- Spa Cenvaree: Floral appreciation goes skin deep Conveniently located at Centara Grand at CentralWorld, Spa Cenvaree now offers a unique scrub and massage treatment with a particularly floral theme.
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Section updated 28-11-08
Ban Dongbang: Group's organic switch proves fruitful The village of Ban Dongbang decided to switch to organic methods in its herb cultivation operations over 10 years ago. As well as being kinder to the environment, the decision has also proven to be a profitable one.
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Jeep Unity Club (JUC): Four-wheel driven philanthropists As well as providing a useful community for owners of the classic American off-road vehicle, the Jeep Unity Club (JUC) also tries to ensure that its activities benefit isolated groups while respecting the natural habitat the drivers pass through along the way. Maneeya Dhammataree investigates.
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Matchmaking agencies: Brokering a dream date ThaiAsiaToday.com visits two of the capital's top-end matchmaking agencies to find out whether or not taking that initial step is quite as painful as it may seem.
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Indy in Town: Spirit of independence While 'Indy in Town' is clearly catering to a fairly youthful audience, age needn't be a barrier to enjoyment, as Youthapong Charoenpan discovers.
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An active break with the 'Crocodile Canal' community The homestay program located at the Klong Jorakae ('Crocodile Canal') community in Ayutthaya province is ideal for restless types – it offers lots to do, including a cookery and basketry program.
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- Arun Residence: Riverside revelation As well as providing a sense of luxury and exclusivity, a stay at Arun Residence, a boutique hotel in Tha Tien, can also offer further insights into the historic center of Bangkok.
- Novel Place: A comfortable, inexpensive short-term solution Over recent years, serviced apartments have begun to offer rooms or apartments for rent on a short-term or even daily basis, making accommodation in Bangkok even more competitive and appealing for consumers. Youthapong Charoenpan explores one such example - Novel Place – which is located in the trendy Ari neighborhood.
- Koh Lan: An island getaway just 'a stone's throw' from Pattaya Koh Lan has long been a popular 'day trip' option among visitors to Pattaya. But these days, more and more visitors to the island are deciding that it might be rather nice to stay overnight, too.
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Section updated 21-11-08
Explore top provincial destinations upcountry and down South, plus Bangkok. Find out where to go, what to do, gain region-specific insights, keep up-to-date with seasonal event information and arm yourself with safety tips.
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