What to Shop for in Nan to Support Local Producers
NAN — Although the quiet rural province isn’t known for being a shopping hub, here’s our guide to what to purchase in Nan to support local producers in a province listed as the 19th poorest in the country.
Bangkok’s 7-Eleven Adds Latest Service: Laundromats
BANGKOK — Local laundromats are now at the risk of being hung out to dry after a 7-Eleven store rolls out its own washing machine service, the latest service in its increasingly monopolistic grip on consumers lives.
China Prepares Valentines’ Day Flowers to Export to Thailand
KUNMING, China (Xinhua) — Li Hongyun, a flower grower from Kunming, capital of southwest China's Yunnan Province, has never been to Thailand, yet the roses he plants have gained popularity in Bangkok, the nation's capital.
Shop, Snack on Chicken Rice and Durian Mooncakes at Singaporean Fair
BANGKOK — Chicken rice, bak chang rice dumplings, and durian ice cream will make their way into the capital for the first-ever Singaporean government-sponsored festival dedicated to showcase the diversity of our southern neighbor this Thursday.
Going Once, Going Twice… Our Reporter Tries Antique Auction for Newbies
BANGKOK — I learned several things in my first ever participation in an auction.
Big Retailers Pledge to Drop Plastic Bags by 2020
BANGKOK — Beginning next year, almost all major retailers in the country will stop giving out plastic bags in a first step towards the...
Not Just For Hipsters: Art Book Fair Back With Zines and Designs
BANGKOK — From illustrated books to collectible postcards, there’s something for everyone at an annual art book fair this week.
The Bangkok Art Book Fair...
Shop Taiwanese Green Goods at Indie Craft Market in Bangkok
BANGKOK — For 11 days, 11 Taiwanese indie designers will sell sustainable, hand-crafted goods in a pop-up market.
The Pinkoi Eco Pop Up market will...
Tesco Lotus Express Drops Plastic Bags for Small Purchases
BANGKOK — Starting Thursday, Tesco Lotus Express and Tesco Lotus Talad will stop automatically giving plastic bags to customers who purchase two items or...
Not Just Furniture: ‘Home and Garden Fair’ Seeks to Inspire
BANGKOK — A popular home and garden decor fair is back, this time aiming at Thais and foreigners struggling to navigate the challenges of limited living spaces in Bangkok’s condos and small homes.
