What’s On Bangkok: Best Things to See, Do, Eat, Drink on March 8-14, 2023

Ahh, another week is upon us, and you’re looking for cool things to get up to in Bangkok! We’ve saved you the hassle with The Beat Bangkok’s rundown of the best places to hit up and things to do right now—from blink-and-you'll-miss-it pop-up sights and new restaurant openings, to the hottest activities that you shouldn’t miss. 

To keep your finger on the pulse of the city, follow The Beat Bangkok to see what’s best in store for the week ahead.  

1. Chef’s Table Pop-up at Chenin

An exclusive tasting dinner pop-up will be held at Chenin, hosted by Italian chefs Guglielmo Chiarapini and Francesco Capuzzo Dolcetta. The venue is a natural wine bar in Bangkok, which features an extensive selection of bistro-style offerings and an atmosphere evocative of a speakeasy.

Both chefs are experts in Italian cuisine cooked using woodfire and will serve a 10-course menu that includes veal spinal cord skewers, broad bean-guacamole cream and sorrel sea urchin, and milt (fish’s sperm sac) tagliolini topped with trout roe and rice vinegar tosazu. 

To reserve a seat, you may send a DM via Instagram.

When: 7 PM, March 12-16

Where: Chenin, 2nd floor, 29/4, Sukhumvit 31, Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok

How much: THB4,500 (optional THB2,000 for alcohol pairing)

2. The Shoyu Stand by No Name Noodle

One of Bangkok’s cult-favourite ramen joints is No Name Noodle. Since its opening in 2022, the ramen haven has been fully booked and everyone needs to wait in line to get a taste of the indisputable deliciousness of its noodles.

No Name Noodle owner Shin Inoue revealed that they will be having a grand official opening of their new joint – The Shoyu Stand – featuring a spin-off of its ramen specialties. This includes “awa-kei (bubble) cappuccino ramen [made] by blending the rich broth into a mixer before serving, creating [a] rich, bubbly consistency that looks just like the frothy top of a cappuccino,” BK Asia reported.

 The new joint’s soft opening is until March 10.

When: March 13

Where: The Shoyu Stand by No Name Noodle, J. Avenue Thonglor 15, 321 Sukhumvit 55 Road, Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok

How much: Official menu (including its prices) has not been released

3. St. Stephen’s International School ‘Open Days’

Are you still on the hunt for the ideal school for your children? St. Stephen International School (SIS) will be having “open days” where parents and their kids can meet the teachers and have a tour around the school.

SIS is a middle-sized school that offers a British curriculum for boys and girls and takes pride in its friendly community. The open days are dedicated to students aged two to five years old. To register, click this link.

When: 9 AM-12 PM, March 8-14

Where: St. Stephen’s International School Bangkok, 998 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Lat Yao, Chatuchak, Bangkok

How much: Free

4. Little Stump Workshop

Get your kiddos ready for a tasty and educational lesson in making strawberry yogurt smoothies and Japanese fruit sandwiches. Hosted by Little Stump, the workshop is designed to develop children’s knowledge, skills, and abilities through certain tasks and programmes.

Kids will be introduced to various fruits, as well as their characteristics, shapes, colours, and more. Children will get to pick out their favorite fruit and make it into a smoothie with the help of their parents. The activity may run for an hour, and another hour may be used for free play.

When: 10:30 AM- 3 PM, March 10

Where: Little Stump, Rama II Soi 33, Bangmod, Chom Thong, Bangkok

How much: THB800 (inclusive of one child and two adults)

5. Pokémon Workshop

Curtain Up Drama and Magic School will launch the third edition of its Pokémon workshop for age groups from four to 14 years old.

This workshop will feature an entirely new set of activities. Participants will have to spend a day catching all the collectible monsters to become the best trainer among others. To join the quest, register here.

When: 10 AM-3PM, March 12

Where: The Apple Tree International Kindergarten, 54 Soi Athakravi, Sukhumvit Soi 26, Klongtoey, Klongtan Bangkok

How much: THB1,900 (with 10% discount if signing up with a friend)

6. Carnival Party by BimBi Italiani

Get ready for an Italian carnival party! BimBi Italiani invites all Italian families living in Bangkok, with children aged zero to 17 years old, to come to this family-friendly celebration.

The masquerade shindig will be loaded with classic carnival treats, games, and more. Each family is encouraged to dress up and wear their favourite mask! Ticket prices vary between BimBi Italiani members and non-members.

When: 3 PM-6 PM, March 12

Where: Salesian Sister Convent, 124 Saladaeng Road, BTS Sala Daeng

How much: THB200-THB600

7. RE-SERIES: Block Party Workshops

Those who want to get involved in the local art community can check out this series of workshops by theCOMMONS. The proceeds of selected workshops will go to Common Compassion outreach.

You are welcome to participate in any of the following workshops: jackfruit cooking class for kids, sustainable accessory-making using plastic, coffee cold brewing with roots, highball cocktail making with 1923 The Japanese Highball Bar, home composting, and refugee dinner by Na Projects Group.

When: 10 AM-11 PM, March 11

Where: theCOMMONS Thonglor, 335 Akkhara Phatsadu Alley, Khwaeng Khlong Tan Nuea, Khet Watthana, Bangkok 

How much: THB320-THB1,800 via ticketmelon

8. Thailand Doujinshi Forum – Comic Square 6

Manga lovers and cartoonists shouldn’t miss the biggest handmade comic book exhibition this 2023. More than 450 booths will participate in Comic Square 6 exhibit, showcasing fan art and original works.

Those who wish to buy tickets on-site may do so, as the ticket counter will be open from 8:30 AM-10:30 AM. For more information about the activities during the event day, visit cq.anitime.asia. Participants must be at least 14 years old to enter the venue.

When: 11 AM-5 PM, March 12

Where: Union Mall Shopping Center (Lat Phrao Road side), 54 Soi Ladprao 1, Chom Phon, Chatuchak, Bangkok 

How much: THB100 via ticketmelon

9. Women & Innovation: Celebrating International Women's Day 2023

Every March, we celebrate Women’s Day to inspire and empower everyone, especially women, about the importance of gender equality and inclusivity.

Chulalongkorn School of Integrated Innovation (ScII) invites women from all walks of life to join the university-level special event this Wednesday. It is a collaboration with the Embassy of Israel in Thailand, where they will talk about equal rights and being free from discrimination when it comes to networking opportunities in the fields of entrepreneurship and innovation.

When: 9:30 AM- 11:30 AM, March 8

Where: Sasin School of Management, Chulalongkorn University, Toemsakdi Krishnamra Hall, Bangkok 

How much: Free but registration is required

10. ‘Cocoon: Lost and Found’ Exhibition 

Another event that art enthusiasts should not miss is the “Cocoon: Lost and Found” exhibit by the River City Bangkok. This is the first solo exhibit of Parn Somnuek “Kru Parn” Klangnok, who is known for his creations of “charming characters.”

The main character in the exhibit is Cocoon, a small boy with extraterrestrial features who is tenderly wrapped in a blanket. He uses his large elliptical eyes to observe what’s going on in the world because he wishes to live happily on Earth. The goal of the artist in creating Cocoon is to inspire viewers to embrace positivity and discover joy in every moment of their lives.

When: Begins March 12

Where: River City Bangkok, Galleria 1, 2nd Floor, 23 Soi Charoen Krung 24, Talat Noi, Samphanthawong

How much: Free

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