The Mandarin Oriental Hotel Bangkok’s history is a tale of a bygone era. Its colonial-era verandahs have, for over a century and a half, seen the fascinating comings and goings of Bangkok royalty and visiting elites. Since its origin as…
Isan food is not for the faint of heart. Highlighted when the late Anthony Bourdain first ventured into Isan, when he was awed by its raw authenticity, proclaiming its food to be “the most delicious, fascinating, and adventurous” in Thailand.…
Ban Chiang in the hot and humid Northeast Thailand is as far away as you can be from the popular beaches of southern Thailand or the megacity of Bangkok. For the history-loving tourist, though, Ban Chiang archaeological site offers a…
Thai food heritage is a source of immense pride for the Thai people. It’s a legacy where secret recipes are passed down through the generations. Thai cuisine also connects different parts of the country through unique and regional foodways. Far…
The Ayutthaya Kingdom once rivalled the grandest cities of Europe. It was an era that saw waterways teeming with Chinese junks and galleons bearing merchants from Portugal. Europeans who visited would marvel at the Ayutthaya Kingdom’s palaces and countless temples.…
Thailand’s heritage spans the compelling kingdoms of Sukhothai, Ayutthaya, and the Rattanakosin era. This history is intertwined with a deep Buddhist faith and a world-renowned food culture. The Thai people are a people both proud and humble at the same…