October 14, 2008 | Bangkok

#219: OPEN DOORS - 22 NEW HOTELS AND RESORTS

Dogs' Microchips

January 9th, 2008
Dogs' Microchips

Dear Mr. KIA: I have a four-month old Siberian Husky that I let loose from time to time and I’m afraid my dog will get lost or stolen. He’s a purebred champion puppy! I’ve read about microchips for dogs that are supposed to be an improvement on the good old method of tattooing them with a number. Should I get it done? And where?—Proud Pup Mum (read more...)

JJ Replaces Refeel

January 10th, 2008

JJ Meets RCA
Refeel’s refurbishment doesn’t seem to have worked out. Last time we checked on RCA, it
was already gone and replaced with JJ. People there told us the management from Refeel (read more...)

Khon Kaen, Hua hin, Phuket, and Stockholm

January 8th, 2008
Khon Kaen, Hua hin, Phuket, and Stockholm

KHON KAEN

Isaan Dream

It’s hard to find real luxe accommodation in this province, but Supanniga Home (08-1861-2283, www.supannigahome.com) is a hidden gem that may or may not be “boutique,” depeding on your standards. (read more...)

Nature Paintings

January 10th, 2008

Uab Sanasen 72 Years–A Retrospective Art Exhibition (read more...)

Paradox, Red Mango, SaanSap, and Chef Philippe Keller at D’Sens

January 8th, 2008
Paradox, Red Mango, SaanSap, and Chef Philippe Keller at D’Sens

Paradise Paradox

While you are reading this, Paradox (Ekamai Soi 17, www.paradoxbangkok.com) may simultaneously be unveiling its swanky shopping and dining complex. (read more...)

Q & A: Prachya Pinkaew

January 8th, 2008
Q & A: Prachya Pinkaew

Prachya Pinkaew Ong Bak and Tom Yum Goong—that was him. Now, director Prachya is back for more action, martial arts and criticism. (read more...)

Q&A: Wareeya Wiraya

January 8th, 2008
Q&A: Wareeya Wiraya

Almost Famous Wareeya Wiraya (Ying), 28, studied Botanical Illustration at the New York Botanical Garden and is now pursuing her career here. (read more...)

Sunday Spreads

January 8th, 2008
Sunday Spreads

So what if you’re feeling bloated after the holidays? Say goodbye to the Year of the Pig once and for all at one of these hotel brunches. (read more...)

Sweet Sleeps

January 11th, 2008
Sweet Sleeps

Be the first to try the beds at these new or soon-to-be-opened hotels and resorts. (read more...)

The Anti-PDA

January 9th, 2008
The Anti-PDA

Plan 2008 the old-fashioned way, on paper.

Don’t want a Blackberry and can’t afford a personal assistant? One of these handy organizers just might do the trick. Juggle manicures, dates, and power lunches in style and make your 2008 resolution to never miss an appointment again. (read more...)

Time to Get Off Your Assets

January 11th, 2008

It’s not easy being a member of the Assets Examination Committee. Tasked with rooting out “irregularities”—the codeword for “corruption”—in government contracts and the like, succeeding at their jobs means pissing people off—very important people, in many cases. (read more...)

Kuroda

If all you want for a meal is quantity, not quality, Kuroda is a good place to stuff yourself. However, if you value taste and freshness, prepare yourself for disappointment. Sitting across from RCA’s Tops Supermarket, the two-story eatery looks clean and promising from the outside. (read more...)

Taketei

Nearly eight years old, the original Taketei in Khao San is hugely popular, thanks in large part to its value-for-money set meals that are available at lunch as well as dinner (B130-210)—but also, it must be said, because it is a big fish in that little backpacker pond, with no real competition. (read more...)