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Get ready to step into the heart of Japan without setting foot out of Bangkok! JW Marriott Bangkok presents A Taste of Aichi at Tsu Japanese Restaurant, available for a limited time from now until Apr. 20, 2025.

Spearheaded by Head Chef Atsushi Yoshida, this specially curated menu brings toothsome flavors of Aichi Prefecture directly to your plate, featuring premium ingredients imported from Japan.

Aichi is a prefecture of Japan located in the Chūbu region of Honshū, known for rich dishes steeped in culinary tradition, shaped by samurai-era craftsmanship. Deep, umami-packed miso, tender unagi, and noodle dishes are signatures of their rich culinary heritage featured in this gastronomic adventure. 

Starting at THB200++ per menu, try featured dishes such as their Kurobuta Pork Miso Katsu, a Nagoya specialty featuring a crispy pork cutlet coated in a luscious, aged Hatcho miso sauce fermented for over two years. Their Unagi Kabayaki Hitsumabushi showcasescharcoal-grilled glazed eel over rice, served in three distinct styles for a multi-layered tasting experience.

For meat lovers, there is the exquisitely marbled Mikawa Wagyu Striploin Steak, seared tableside on a sizzling hot stone. Or tuck into their Miso Nikomi Udon, a soul-warming dish with slow-simmered Wagyu beef tendon in a rich, umami-packed miso broth.

Additionally, savor a beloved street food staple from Nagoya, the Tenmusu Prawn Tempura Rice Ball, a delightful fusion of shrimp tempura wrapped in a delicate rice ball. 

Beyond flavors, Tsu Japanese Restaurant is adorned with colorful visual displays showcasing Aichi’s cultural landmarks, from the historic Nishio Castle to the breathtaking cherry blossoms, transporting diners straight to Japan’s heartland.

For more information, visit Tsu Bangkok on their website here, or on Instagram and Facebook. 

Location: JW Marriott Bangkok, 4 Sukhumvit Road Soi 2, Bangkok

Opening Hours: Mondays to Fridays, Lunch from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, Dinner from 5:30 PM to 10 PM. Saturdays to Sundays, Lunch from 11:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Dinner from 5:30 PM to 10 PM

Step back into the 1970s — no time machine required, or imagine sipping on a cocktail in an elegant apartment 39 floors above the city skyline.

Welcome to the newly launched 1970 Bar at the luxurious Dusit Thani Bangkok. While "new" and "1970s" might seem like an oxymoron, this innovative concept effortlessly blends retro sophistication, disco vibes, and modern elements. The stunning interior, designed by the renowned André Fu, perfectly encapsulates this unique fusion.

Stepping inside is like being whisked back to an era of opulence, where Studio 54 meets intimate apartment charm, inspired by the timeless jewelry designer Elsa Peretti. The interior, designed by the celebrated interior architect André Fu, features three spaces: the salon, the reading room, and the bar boudoir. Fine lines, bold accents, and a sweeping view of Bangkok set the scene for an unforgettable evening.  

Enjoy nightly live music and atmospheric disco tunes with specialty cocktails crafted from the bygone era, which pay tribute to the visionaries, rebels, and cultural icons of the decade. Crafted by the mixology masterminds behind Vesper, including Bar Manager Ben Johnson Hodges, take your pick from a range of thoughtfully curated cocktails, such as the signature The 1970 Martini (THB580), served tableside from a classic Martini Trolley, or the Acid Queen (THB470), a bold blend of Beefeater 24 Gin, mandarin, yellow tomato, and egg white which embodies the fearless energy of Tina Turner.

Savor their Taste & Sound, priced at THB480, is a sensory delight inspired by Stevie Wonder. This cocktail combines Hendrick’s Gin, guava, green tea, and tarragon, proving that when one sense fades, another sharpens. Meanwhile, their innovative Agua de Brasil, with Havana Club, cachaça, pear, green apple, marigold leaf, kaffir lime, and pine, is an ode to the rhythmic soul of Sérgio Mendes.

For more information and updates, visit 1970 Bar on Dusit Thani's website here, or on 1970 Bar's Instagram and Facebook. 

Location: 1970 Bar, 39F, Dusit Thani Bangkok, 98 Rama IV Rd, Silom, Bangrak, Bangkok

Opening Hours: Available daily from 5 PM to 1 AM

It’s only going to get hotter in Bangkok this April. 

The popular Chilli Fest is once again happening at the Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok on Apr. 5, 2025. This annual, fiery hot festival brings all the top chefs and restaurants from all over Bangkok and Thailand all in the name of chilli, with exclusive chilli-inspired dishes up for tasting!

Now in its third edition, the Chilli Fest is promising an even spicier experience with 14 of Thailand’s top restaurants and famed chefs offering their spiciest bites for tasting, and a lot fierier entertainment and festivities lined up!

Famed chefs and restaurants are all lined up to give you an experience that’s both savory and scorching hot for your taste buds. For example, ZAABNIRAN’s Chef Ton will be serving up robust and spicy flavors with three types of Thai chillies in their signature Mixed Dry Noodles, ANJU’s Chef Shim will be showcasing a fresh take on traditional Korean flavors with their Buldak Sotteok-Sotteok and Mala Chicken, and 80/20’s Chef Tav will be showing how he fuses Thai flavors with modern techniques with his Red Curry with Chicken and Jasmine Rice and Pig Cheeks & Trotter Larb Nuggets. 

Other restaurants, such as Ministry of Crab, Rangoon Tea House, Sababa, Sabio, and more will also be showcasing culinary favorites from other countries and cultures. 

The highlight of the festival is the Chilli Eating Contest, where the bravest of the brave (or the ones that love pain) are invited to join in! Basically, contestants must show their resolve and eat hot chilli peppers whose spice level will go up to 2,200,000 Scoville heat units. The last one standing will be the ultimate winner. Those interested can sign up here!

Attendees can also cool down with some creative cocktails, artisanal craft beers and liquers, and more! 

From 2 PM to 9 PM, spice enthusiasts can enjoy live music, DJ sets, exclusive merch, hot chilli products, and more! They can even get free chilli tattoos by California Ink Bangkok, too! 

Bar.Yard will also be hosting an after-party to keep the heat from the festival going. 

Don’t miss out on all the spicy fun and join in the Chilli Fest 2025! Entry fee is THB300. 

For more information and updates, don’t forget to check out the Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok website, Facebook, and Instagram!

Bangkok’s fast emerging as a top destination for F&B, and the vibrant people driving this industry are creating quite a buzz with the return of THAIFEX – HOREC Asia 2025!

The leading trade show for the hotel, restaurant, and catering (HoReCa) industry in Asia is returning with the theme “Shaping the Future of HoReCa," reinforcing Thailand’s position as Asia’s leading hub for hospitality and food service innovation.

From Mar. 5 to 7, 2025, at IMPACT Muang Thong Thani, the event is expected to draw over 20,000 visitors and generate more than THB4 billion in trade value. Attendees will have access to 400+ exhibitors across nine key categories, including Bakery & Ice Cream, Café & Bar, Cleaning & Laundry, Dining, Furnishing, Kitchen, Services, Tech, and Wellness. 

The HoReCa Food Zone makes a highly anticipated return, alongside an exciting lineup of seminars, competitions, and networking events.

The THAIFEX - HOREC Xperiential Zone will showcase cutting-edge solutions addressing modern industry challenges — from contactless and digital guest experiences to energy efficiency, food waste reduction, plant-based dining, and sustainability. 

Business leaders from the Thai Chamber of Commerce network, foreign trade associations, and top industry professionals will also be in attendance, offering valuable opportunities for collaboration and investment.

You won't want to miss out on the THAIFEX – HOREC Innovation Awards, which celebrate trailblazing achievements in the field. Find out about evolving trends from 50+ expert speakers and 20+ sessions, providing actionable insights, trends, and strategies to help businesses stay ahead. 

Even more exciting are the prestigious competitions lined up, including the Ultimate ASEAN Coffee Competition, which will see the region’s best baristas battle for the top spot, while 100 elite hotel housekeepers compete for the coveted “Housekeeping Champion” title. 

The event is free. Register here. 

Location: Halls 9-12, IMPACT Muang Thong Thani, Bangkok, Thailand

Opening Hours: 10 AM to 6 PM

Admission Fee: Free

For more information, visit their website, or follow them on Instagram and Facebook. 

If there’s one name shaking up Thailand’s fine dining scene, it’s Chef Chudaree “Tam” Debhakam, also known as Chef Tam. She has just been crowned Asia’s Best Female Chef 2025, sponsored by Nongshim Shinramyun, making her the only Thai female chef to hold two Michelin stars — and the latest in a growing line of trailblazing Thai culinary talents.

Celebrated for her innovative and eco-friendly methods, Chef Tam highlights local Thai produce and biodiversity through her farm-to-table cuisine.  She is the visionary behind Bangkok’s Baan Tepa, No.42 on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2024. Baan Tepa isn’t just a restaurant; it’s a cultural experience, consisting of three sections: Tepa Kitchen, Tepa Garden, and the house itself.

Guests can dine in a beautiful historic house that belonged to Chef Tam’s grandmother, Lady Suwaree Debhakam, and has been cherished by the family for three generations. 

Speaking about her win, Chef Tam hopes to inspire a new generation of female chefs: “My hope is to inspire and support the younger generations of female chefs and to show them that they too can build successful careers by being authentic and not scared to push the boundaries.”

And she’s certainly leading by example — her seven-course tasting menu takes diners on a journey through Thailand, from the fiery flavors of Nam Prik to the delicate craftsmanship behind Anatomy of a River Prawn.

William Drew, Director of Content for Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants, calls her a “true trailblazer,” praising the way she’s putting Thai cuisine on the global stage while staying rooted in family tradition and heritage.

Her achievements will be celebrated at Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025 awards, sponsored by S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna, in Seoul on Mar. 25, 2025, where she’ll officially receive her well-earned title. 

With her fearless approach to cooking and dedication to sustainability, there’s no doubt Chef Tam is redefining Thailand’s fine dining future — one plate at a time.

For more information, visit Asia's 50 Best on their website, or follow them on Instagram, Facebook, and X (Formerly Twitter).

Remember that time when Gordon Ramsay was flying all over Asia? Just a month ago, he announced during his visit to the Philippines their plans to open new restaurants in the country. This stop in Bangkok, however, is because of another launching — talk about busy and booked!

Gordon Ramsay’s restaurant franchise Bread Street Kitchen & Bar has opened its flagship branch in Bangkok’s ICONSIAM. It is the second Bread Street Kitchen & Bar location in the Thai capital, with the first located in Emsphere in the EM district. 

The opening was made possible with its partnership with local distributor Tanachira Group, with the outlet’s industrial warehouse-style décor being inspired by the London flagship, St. Paul’s. The dining area at ICONSIAM includes banquette seating, floor-to-ceiling glass walls, and an open kitchen giving guests a view of how their food is prepared by the chefs. 

The outlet also offers a private dining room seating 12 guests, and an outdoor seating area with views of the river. 

Located on Level 3 of ICONSIAM, a landmark boasting views of the Chao Phraya River, Bread Street Kitchen & Bar offers British cuisine and “world-class culinary experiences” to Thai customers and showcases the best of the multi-Michelin-star-awarded restauranteur’s dishes, such as his world-famous Beef Wellington (THB4,500), Fish & Chips (THB750), and the Sticky Toffee Pudding (THB250).

Some dishes are exclusively available in the ICONSIAM branch, such as the Slow-cooked Massaman Beef Cheek (THB790), the BSK Seafood Platter (THB5,500), BSK Poke Bowl (THB490), and the Harissa-roasted Half Chicken (THB590). 

The bar boasts talented mixologists crafting an incredible menu of curated cocktails, including the classic Ramsay’s G&T (THB390). 

For more information and updates, visit Bread Street Kitchen & Bar’s Facebook and Instagram pages. Book your table at the Emsphere and ICONSIAM outlets here.

The season of romance is finally upon us! This Valentine’s Day, couples can treat themselves to an unforgettable experience at two of Thailand’s most romantic destinations: Amari Phuket and Amari Vogue Krabi. 

These stunning beachfront resorts promise an ultimate romantic getaway, perfect for couples that want a weekend only to themselves. 

Amari Phuket

Nestled on the calm and serene shores of Patong Beach, Amari Phuket offers an enchanting escape to the tropics. The resort combines luxury with tranquility, overlooking the turquoise waters of the Andaman Sea. Guests can choose from a variety of elegantly decorated rooms and suites, such as the Superior Balcony Room or the Club One Bedroom Suite Ocean View Balcony, offering breathtaking views and modern comforts. 

Amari Phuket highlights exceptional dining venues such as their exclusive TreePods, offering an unparalleled dining experience high among the treetops, La Gritta, serving authentic Italian cuisine, and Rim Talay, serving international and Asian dishes paired with panoramic sea views. For a livelier atmosphere, the Samutr Bar and The Jetty give the perfect settings for sunset cocktails and romantic stargazing dinners. 

The resort is ideally located near Phuket’s popular attractions, including the Jungceylon Shopping Mall, Central Patong, and the vibrant Phuket Town. Water sports enthusiasts can also enjoy kayaking, scuba diving, and jet skiing directly from the property, perfect for more adventurous couples. 

To make Valentine’s Day even more special, Amari Phuket is offering three exclusive dining experiences on February 14, 2025, from 6 PM to 10 PM. 

Celebrate love in an intimate setting among the trees at the Valentine’s Day Dinner at Treepods (THB 6,500++ per couple) featuring a five-course menu with a gourmet charcoal-grilled feast curated by Executive Chef, finest seafood, premium meats, and decadent desserts.

The sea is a witness to your love this Valentine’s Day with the Valentine’s Spread at Rim Talay (THB1,200++ per person). Indulge in a romantic feast of sirloin steak, fresh seafood from the BBQ, and classic Thai flavors like green curry. 

Romance, charm, and a dinner made with love are quintessential to an Italian meal. Prepare for a four-course meal by Chef Stefano, made with passion and amore at the Valetine’s Day – L’amore in spiaggia (THB 2,900++ per person (4-course menu), THB4,200++ per person with wine pairing). 

Amari Vogue Krabi: A Summer Beach Romance

Located on the pristine Tubkaek Beach, Amari Vogue Krabi is a haven of tranquility and elegance. The 5-star hotel is renowned for its contemporary Thai-style architecture, blending traditional craftmanship with modern comforts. Guests are welcomed into a serene environment with lush tropical gardens, stunning views of the Andaman Sea, and a range of luxurious accommodation stays, from Deluxe Rooms with Private Balconies to Family-friendly Villas with Private Plunge Pools. 

Marco’s Restaurant & Bar, the resort’s signature restaurant, offers a relaxed beachfront dining experience with Pan-Asian and Mediterranean-inspired dishes, complemented by creative cocktails and live music on selected evenings. For a taste of authentic Thai flavors, Lotus Restaurant offers a rich menu in a beautifully decorated setting. Guests can also enjoy beloved experiences like the Sunset Beach Picnic, where they can unwind on the soft sands of Tubkaek Beach with wine, canapés, and the breathtaking sunset.

The Amari Vogue Krabi offers two exclusive dining experiences on the 14th of February 2025: 

Couples can celebrate love with an exquisite four-course menu in a romantic, candle-lit setting at Marco’s Restaurant with the Romantic Candlelight Dinner priced at THB 3,499++ per couple.

Enjoy a curated five-course menu at the Sundown Beach Romance (THB 5,499++ per couple) with a romantic beachside candle-lit dinner. Complimentary welcome bubbles are included. 

The resort also offers a range of activities, like rejuvenating treatments at Chaonang Spa, three swimming pools, and a fully equipped fitness center. Guests can also go on island-hopping adventures to iconic locations like Hong Island, which is just 10 minutes away by longtail boat, or explore Krabi’s lively town center, 40 minutes away from the resort.