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Phat Kaphrao, a beloved Thai dish, takes the top spot on the “Best Stir-Fried Dishes” list on the online guide TasteAtlas, which also features other stir-fried dishes from around the globe.
A delightful dish encompassing minced meat or seafood with holy basil and other aromatics, Phat Kaphrao also features shallots, garlic, and chili peppers, along with added flavours from soy sauce, sugar, and fish. Its simple yet delicious taste bursts into your mouth with every bite, and this dish is typically served with rice and a fried egg.
In addition to Phat Kaphrao, several other Thai dishes have earned a spot on the list, with Pad Thai claiming the 8th spot, Pad Si-O securing the 19th position, Khua Kling ranking 23rd, and Stir-Fried Chicken with Cashews landing at the 44th spot.
Other Asian dishes also made it to the list, including Singaporean favourites like Chili Crab, Black Pepper Crab, and Beef Kway Teow, along with various renditions of the Filipino dish Pancit.
To see the full list, check out TasteAtlas' website.
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A collection of more than 40 varieties of durian and other Thai fruits will take centre stage at the annual Tropical Fruit Parade!
Happening now untilMay 5 at Paragon Park, Siam Paragon, the delightful festival is a celebration for durian lovers, highlighting the unique flavors and wide range of durians throughout Thailand, which you can taste or buy as premium souvenirs. Discover rare and popular kinds such as the Bang Saphan Golden Durian, Phan Phra Si Durian, Premium Grade Musang King Durian, and the Ouqi Durian (Black Thorn).
If that’s not enough to make your stomachs growl, a magnificent buffet laid out with high-quality and special varieties of durian like the Golden Pillow, Phuong Manee, Nuan Thong Chan, Gibbon Egg, and Long Stem, awaits you at the festival. The buffet is open seven times a day, and visitors can eat to their heart’s content for an hour for only THB990. Card and ONESIAM SuperApp members can also get tickets for a discounted price of THB899.
Other highlights also include an expansive market selling a wide range of fruits from all over the country, which you can buy directly from farmers and producers. Get your hands on a 100-year-old mangosteen from a 100-year-old garden in Klong Narai district, or support local communities by purchasing their products like the GI real palm sugar, lemon paddle, sun-dried eagle fish, and freeze-dried durian. Exciting new dishes and dessert menus will also be available there, such as the Slushy Tamarind and pickled fruits mixed with spicy Thai a spicy salad sauce.
And to make things more exciting, there’s also a Buy 1 Get 1 Free golden hour twice a day at 12 NN and 5 PM, which allows you to go all out on your fruit shopping!
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JW Marriott Khao Lak Resort & Spa unveils Southeast Asia's first fully circular beachfront experiential tasting menu, Sown & Reborn, a six-course dining experience like no other.
Offered at the resort’s newly redesigned Drift Beach Bar & Grill, one of Khao Lak's top culinary destinations, this event highlights the beauty of upcycled ingredients, sustainably sourced local seafood, and organic farm produce from the resort's very own JW Garden.
Curated by Cluster Director ofCulinary, Silvano Amolini and Chef de Cuisine Khun Eak, the Sown & Reborn experience begins with an optional pre-dinner guided tour of the resort’s27-acre garden, where one of the resort’s chefs will explain the sustainable produce used in their meal.
Courtesy of JW Marriott
Guests will be welcomed by variety of canapés, guided by a resort chef for a tasting session featuring delightful circular and farm-fresh appetizers. Additionally, they can enjoy yoga and wellness sessions, birdwatching tours, and other garden activities.
There will be an introduction by Executive Chef Silvano,where he will dive into how he repurposes food leftovers, such as potato skins, discarded coconuts, and watermelon husks.
The first course of the six-course tasting menu is the JW Garden Duck Egg crispy poached duck egg paired with repurposed potato espuma and fresh morning glory, followed by the savory Umami Power and Prawns, a vegetable-powered broth similar to tom yum soup.
Courtesy of JW Marriott
Guests will be treated to flavors that are as surprising as they are delicious. The third course shows off JW Garden’s seasonal bounty in JW Garden Chicken Egg with smoked eggshells tagliatelle and vegan Bolognese, featuring smoked egg shell tagliatelle made from recycled bread crusts.
The fourth course marries the snapper and grouper, sourced from a natural farm in Rawai, South Phuket, which handles the fish with chemical-free practices and an all-insect diet.
Courtesy of JW Marriott
As the evening unfolds, dessert takes center stage with innovative sweets crafted from NipaPalmsugar, part of the resort’s reforestation program that supports local communities. And perfectly complementing your meal, a selection of thoughtfully crafted signature cocktails, made using sustainable or upcycled ingredients, are available to complete your experience.
Beyond The Sown & Reborn initiative, sustainability touches every aspect of the resort’s operations. In just three months this year, JW Marriott Khao Lak has converted over 8.5 tons of food waste into compost, repurposed 4 tons of food scrapsinto circular pasta and jams, and even transformed coffee ground leftovers into fuel and fertilizer.
For more information and bookings, visit JW Marriott Khao Lak on their website, Instagram and Facebook and X (formerly known as Twitter).
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Imagine an auction where you get to bid for tasting menus, buy-one-get-one deals, food experiences, and more. All that is a reality — and for a cause close to our hearts.
Following the devastation brought about by the earthquakes in Myanmar, Bangkok Foodies has launched an online campaign titled, “Meals for Myanmar,” with 100% of the proceeds immediately going to their NGO partnerSONNE.
In their post, they mentioned that this would greatly help the victims, especially with the monsoon season fast approaching, and there's only a short window to help.
Restaurants around the city, including the only Michelin three-star restaurant Sorn, have donated foodie experiences, tasting menu vouchers, private chef encounters, off-menu surprises, and more.
Thinking of helping? Here’s how: Bid for some awesome dining experiences, buy amazing deals and gifts, and wait for flash sales!
Don’t miss out on these amazing deals and a chance to help Myanmar by being a foodie! Watch out for more information and updates on Bangkok Foodies’ official pages on Facebook, Instagram, and on their website.
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Luxury fashion isn’t the only thing LouisVuitton is serving up this season. Bangkok is about to host a one-of-a-kind, exclusive dining experience that pairs haute cuisine with high design: Gaggan at Louis Vuitton.
For three days,from May 8 to 10, 2025, two acclaimed chefs, ChefGaggan Anand and Chef YosukeSuga, will join forces for an exclusive pop-up at Louis Vuitton's sleek Bangkok store at Gaysorn Village.
Guests will have the chance to sample an elevated tasting menu by these two renowned chefs in an intimate, elegant atmosphere.
Chef Gaggan Anand is the culinary renegade, mastermind, and executive chef behind Bangkok’s trailblazing Indian restaurant, Gaggan. With three restaurants ranked on Asia’s 50 Best — including the coveted #1 spot — his flair for progressive Indian cuisine has earned international acclaim.
Tokyo-based Chef Yosuke Suga is the visionary behind Sugalabo and SUGALABOV by Louis Vuitton, known for his precision-driven, French-rooted dishes.
Together, they’ll be joining forces to create a unique dining experience that fuses bold, boundary-pushing Indian cuisine with the refined elegance of French-Japanese culinary craft.
The tasting menu is priced at THB15,000+ per person. Reservations are limited and can be made through Gaggan on Louis Vuitton’s official website.
For more information, visit Louis Vuitton on their Instagram and Facebook.
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The Easter Holiday offers a well-deserved break from the hustle and bustle, and in Bangkok, the celebrations are just as exciting as anywhere else! Whether you're in the mood for an opulent hotel buffet, a laid-back seaside feast, or a vibrant party with free-flowing champagne, the city's top spots are ready to impress.
But the fun doesn’t stop at the table, with venues offering activities like egg hunting, egg painting, and even live performances for the entire family. Ready to plan your perfect Easter? Here’s where to eat, drink, and celebrate Easter in and around Bangkok.
Easter Feasts at InterContinental Bangkok
Photo from We Love Ratchaprasong
Elevate your Easter celebrations with a feast of flavors at InterContinental Bangkok. Butter tempts with exquisite seasonal confections — handcrafted chocolate eggs, the adorable Hoppy bunny, and a decadent Pastiera Easter Cake. Espresso’s lavish Easter Brunchfeatures black truffle risotto, golden king crab, pan-fried foie gras, premium Australian Wagyu beef, and Easter-themed desserts. Every bite is a tribute to seasonal elegance.
Chon Som - FAMILY EASTER BRUNCH BUFFET
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Make Easter 2025 one for the books with a sumptuous Sunday brunch at Chon Som Dining! From succulent foie gras prepared fresh to tender honey-glazed ribs, roasted lamb, and festive desserts, this buffet is a treat for the whole family. The dining package comes with complimentary access to the hotel pool. There will also be egg painting sessions and an Easter egg hunt for the kids, where the top collector wins a voucher worth THB2,000!
TIKI EASTER BRUNCH
Photo from Trader Vic's Bangkok
Why settle for an ordinary Easter when you can escape to a sun-kissed island oasis at Trader Vic’s? This Polynesian wonderland celebration serves decadent dishes, Tiki-inspired cocktails, live music, DJ sets, and a dazzling dance show. The little ones can revel in Easter-themed activities while parents sip on free-flowing Veuve Clicquot Champagne, making it the perfect blend of luxury and family fun. Children aged 5 to 11 can enjoy the brunch for a special rate of THB1,290++.
A Taste Of Easter | The Standard, Hua Hin
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Gather your loved ones and celebrate Easter at The Standard, Hua Hin, where Lido’s extravagant buffet takes center stage. Savor the rich flavors of artisanal appetizers, carved roasted lamb, baked red snapper, and creamy mac & cheese. Don’t forget to leave room for whimsical Easter treats — macaron rabbits, cinnamon carrot cake, Swedish gooey chocolate cake, and more! With an unbeatable seaside setting and a menu curated for indulgence, this is the ultimate way to mark the occasion.
LOTUS ISLAND BRUNCH - EASTER EDITION
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Trade the usual Easter traditions for an extravagant island escape at SEEN Beach Club Samui. The Lotus Island Brunch is a vibrant mix of gourmet delights, flowing drinks, and a beachside party atmosphere that sets the perfect tone for a Sunday celebration. Choose from brunch packages featuring Champagne, handcrafted cocktails, and Easter-inspired treats, all while soaking up the island’s best beats. This is Easter, reimagined — where every sip and bite comes with a view.
Easter Sunday Brunch at Cuisine Unplugged
Photo from Pullman Bangkok King Power
Easter is all about gathering, feasting, and creating memories, and Cuisine Unplugged is the perfect place to do just that. Treat yourself and the whole family to gourmet delights and sweet Easter desserts such as Easter Egg Macarons and Valrhona Chocolate Opera Cake. There's also a dedicated Kid’s Corner withartisan ice creams and traditional Thai sweets, a magic show, balloon art,and a chocolate fountain!
Easter Sunday at NEXT2 Café
Photo from Shangri-La Bangkok
Hop into Easter with a brunch extravaganza at NEXT2 Café, where refined flavors meet picturesque Chao Phraya riverside dining. Indulge in a brunch buffet packed with seasonal favorites and treats, raise a glass with free-flowing beverages, and let the kids roam free into a world of Easter fun with an exhilarating egg hunt and a creative egg painting station. Rates: THB2,500 net per adult and THB1,250 net per child (ages 6 to 12). Book your spot now!
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Emily’s Shredded Chicken Noodle isn’t just a crowd favorite — it’s officially GrabFood’s No. 1 Top Selling Dish of All Time!
The beloved home-cooked-style brand took home the award at the prestigious annual competition GrabThumbsUp Awards 2025 on Mar. 28, 2025, cementing its place as Thailand’s go-to comfort food.
With its perfectly shredded chicken, premium ingredients, and time-honored recipe, Emily’s Signature Shredded Chicken Noodle has already won the prestigious Shell Shuan Shim award — and now, it’s topping food delivery platforms’ charts too.
Now in its fourth year, the esteemed awards honor restaurants for three factors: their customer ratings, order volume, delivery efficiency — especially for long-distance orders — and overall excellence.
Beating out 400,000 restaurants nationwide, including Bangkok’s heavyweights, Emily’s skyrocketed to the top in under a year.
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Founded by Naiyanachanok Patamasingh Na Ayutthaya and Thaparat Waerojruedee, the brand’s rapid success comes down to fresh ingredients, a high-standard centralkitchen, and a commitment to quality, ensuring that every bowl delivered is as delicious as the last.
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Experience a celebration of flavors and dishes at this two-week food festival.
Central Embassy and Central Chidlom join forces to present the 2025 edition of “The World in One Bite” gourmet food festival. With its theme “Talk of the Taste,” it’s a celebration that’s bound to spark word-of-mouth conversations about everything worth talking about!
The annual culinary fest offers over 200 food pop-ups, not to mention live performances, fun activities, and exclusive experiences, all for foodies! It will run from Mar. 25 to Apr. 6, 2025, from 10 AM to 9 PM.
Levels LG, and 3 to 6 of the Central Embassy are divided into differently curated culinary adventures.
Health-conscious foodies can indulge in wholesome bites and honest conversations at Level 3, where clean and healthy food from 20 pop-ups can be found. Sweet tooths can delight their senses with decadent desserts worth sharing from 40 shops at Level 4.
30 legendary restaurants and eateries will be serving up their tummy-filling dishes at Level 5. Additionally, visitors can also enjoy exclusive culinary collaborations on the same level.
Level 6 serves as a brewing ground for coffee lovers, with Spill the Beans by Open House collaborating with The Coffee Calling BKK 2025. They offer a chance for coffee lovers to meet coffee experts, watch barista competitions, and more.
There’s also the “Thai Street Tales by Eathai” on the LG Floor, which offers Michelin Bib Gourmand-awarded street food pop-ups. Enjoy a special afternoon tea set with a special selection of Thai-inspired sweet and savory treats and premium tea worth THB199 per person.
Floors 1 to 2 are divided into different culinary experiences for everyone to discover.
Buzzworthy pop-up stores and hidden sips and bites are available at the Public Lane and Public Market on the 1st Floor. Foodies and bon vivants can enjoy different culinary offerings and liquor, plus a special pop-up from Jua, celebrating the art of Japanese drinking culture, will be available for one weekend only — from Mar. 28 to 30, 2025.
On the 2nd floor, foodies can “awaken their nerves and senses” at a multi-sensory food festival — complete with experimental food installations to exclusive chef-led experiences.
The World in One Bite 2025 at Central Embassy and Central Chidlom
A complete list of all performances and workshops are available on Central Embassy website, Facebook, and Instagram pages. Don’t miss out on this annual foodie event from Mar. 25 to Apr. 6, 2025.
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