Food

We wondered how the folks on Thonglor to work – not play – are holding up, or more precisely: What are they eating? We went out and asked some Tuesday night. Here are their answers.

BANGKOK — The man behind Bangkok’s epic makeover campaign – whose comments this week spawned alarmed headlines worldwide about a complete ban on its street food – said vendors in the iconic areas of Khaosan Road and Chinatown can remain – under one condition.

BANGKOK — I was halfway through the first bottle when I caught myself staring at a particular spot on my monitor, having abandoned whatever...

Compare for yourself how Bangkok's streets look before and after the street food vendor ban with these interactive images. (Slide left and right).

BANGKOK — Bunthom Pittana stopped in front of a 7-Eleven near Soi Thonglor 9 late Wednesday night for dinner. Instead of strolling into the convenience store, the motorcycle taxi operator walked to the food cart parked just in front.

BANGKOK — A high-end shopping mall in the heart of the city will open a multi-purpose lifestyle space on Saturday.

BANGKOK — Head over to the old quarter later this month for the unlikely combination of art, ice cream and booze in one venue.

BANGKOK — Be cool and say “Slainte!” next Friday instead of “cheers” when pubs everywhere celebrate alcohol’s most sacred day.

BANGKOK — Bangkok’s rising stature as a place for fine dining will get the ultimate nod from the authorities on world-class cuisine when the Michelin Guide launches here later this year.

BANGKOK — Changes to alcohol taxes won’t leave a sour taste for consumers, tax authorities said Monday.