#182: Other Side of Service - What your waitress is really thinking

Bars Without Bands

April 27th, 2007

BREAKS

Silom Soi 2/1, upper floor of @Richard’s, 02-632-8928. Open Wed-Fri-Sat 6pm-late. (read more...)

In 1993, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed May 3 World Press Freedom Day. On this day we pay tribute to the men and women around the world who risk life, limb and liver to bring us the news along with the latest updates on Britney’s rehab. (read more...)

At Your Service: This May Day, let’s raise a toast to all of the workers who have to deal with our crap

October 29th, 2007

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Pay up and Take Off - Credit cards that are designed for travel

November 19th, 2007

We’re awash in credit cards—plastic in different colors, shapes and sizes; cards for animal lovers, women, metrosexuals, golfers...you name it. In such a competitive market, there are all sorts of perks and benefits associated with credit cards, so really you’re an idiot (or a deadbeat) if your card(s) don’t have some sort of rewards system. (read more...)

Pet Hospitals

November 21st, 2007

Dear Mr. KIA: I’ve been living alone for quite some time, but recently a new member has been added into my lonely little family. I am now a single mom to a cute little baby golden retriever, Cookie Dough. Nong Dough is my pride and joy and I treat him just like I would my own human baby, that is, if I ever have one. Anyway that’s not the point. (read more...)

Ta-Ling Pling

October 25th, 2007

The hype surrounding Ta-ling Pling is hot; unfortunately the food is not, literally. This two-story restaurant impresses with colorful contemporary décor. Vivid red and orange walls contrast nicely with black-and-white photos and dark wooden tables. (read more...)

Somtum Maneeya & Seafood

October 25th, 2007

With its clunky name and institutional décor, Somtum Maneeya is about as stylish as a mini-mart, with all the warmth of a cafeteria. We almost didn’t make it through the front door the first time we visited. (read more...)

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