Guru By Bangkok Post's pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
JOIN
Street food buffet / Shangri-La Bangkok / Dec 7
Shangri-La Bangkok will host the 21st “Raan Dung Ross Ded: RDRD Street Food Buffet Under The Stars @Poolside”. Bangkok’s only riverfront outdoor market features an all-you-can-eat buffet from stalls listed in the Michelin Guide Bangkok, along with Shangri-La Bangkok food stations and desserts in one venue, with live music entertainment and fun activities. Visit the hotel’s website.
Berry roadshow / Driscoll / Dec 10-31
Driscoll’s has announced a roadshow arriving in Thailand this month. The roadshow invites all to savour the taste and benefits of raspberries and blueberries at the interactive Berry Mobile Truck. At the truck, visitors can redeem a cup of berries by following Driscoll's social media accounts. Snap memorable photos with Driscoll’s fun Berry Mobile Truck, complete with cute berry-themed props. Participate in the “Regional Giveaway Activity” by liking the giveaway post on Driscoll’s Facebook page, sharing what makes Driscoll’s berries worth sharing, and celebrating and tagging two friends in the comments. Don’t forget to include a photo. Five lucky winners will receive a week’s supply of Driscoll’s berries. This activity will run from Dec 10-31 and winners will be announced on Jan 8. The truck will be at Siam Square on Dec 10, Dec 13-14 at Samyan Mitrtown, Dec 15-17 at Central Eastville and Dec 18-22 at K-Village.
Visionary exploration / Sac Gallery / Dec 7 to Feb 1
SAC Gallery will host the “Living Light”, a private viewing show by the British-Thai artist Tuck Muntarbhorn. The debut solo show in Thailand offers a compelling opportunity to experience Tuck’s cutting-edge exploration of light, spirituality and the healing power of art, all set within an intimate, personal environment. “Living Light” stands apart from traditional gallery exhibitions, transforming a private residence into an immersive space where art transcends the visual and becomes an experience that engages all the senses. The show draws inspiration from Tuck’s design of Tuck Chapel in Merthyr Vale, Wales, which is a unique fusion of art, architecture and spiritual contemplation.
Party packages / Teeshot Bar / Until Dec 30
The bar at Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park is offering “Party Packages” with cocktails and/or live food stations for the entire group, plus three hours of fun in the karaoke room and a complimentary welcome glass of sparkling wine for each guest. Teeshot Bar is also rewarding bookers with additional benefits to be redeemed at any of the hotel's restaurants, one international dinner buffet for two people or a one-night stay in a Deluxe Room, including breakfast for two. Two package options are available. Visit the hotel’s website.
40th anniversary exhibitions / River City Bangkok / Until Jan 5 and Jan 12
River City Bangkok celebrates its 40th anniversary with two exhibitions. “Ad Astra Per Aspera: Through Hardships To The Stars” takes visitors on a journey 40 years back to Dec 1, 1984, when River City Bangkok was born from the vision of Adisorn Charanachitta, founder of Thailand’s first riverside antiques centre. It features an array of personal and historical artefacts, including letters, journals, personal belongings and the private notes of Adisorn. They illustrate the foundation of what began as “River City Shopping Complex” and its revolution into the art and cultural hub. “Before Sunrise” brings together the works of more than 40 talented artists from seven renowned galleries, all showcased under the theme of “Before Sunrise”. The concept symbolises hope and the profound beauty of emerging from darkness into light, mirroring the journey of resilience and growth. The exhibition reflects River City Bangkok’s remarkable four-decade-long odyssey, celebrating its enduring legacy and the brighter horizon ahead. "Ad Astra Per Aspera: Through Hardships to the Stars" runs until Jan 12 at RCB Artery, 1st Floor, River City Bangkok. "Before Sunrise" runs until Jan 5, 2025, at RCB Galleria 2-3, 2nd Floor, River City Bangkok.
EAT
Winter menu / Igniv / Until March 2
Head chef Arne Riehn at Igniv Bangkok has launched a “Winter Menu”. Served in a sharing feast format, this menu uncovers earthy European winter flavours accentuated by the contrast of refreshing local Thai ingredients. The journey includes 18 dishes. Visit the restaurant’s website.
Dinner buffets / Ventisi / Until Dec 31
Experience the magic of the holiday season with an exclusive array of themed buffets at Ventisi restaurant, Centara Grand at CentralWorld, running until Dec 31. Curated by executive chef Andrea Montella, the festive buffet showcases a premium selection of artisanal cheeses, complemented by a vibrant charcuterie station brimming with cured meats and accompaniments. There is a salad bar, pizza line-up, with diners indulging in up to four speciality dishes per person, cooked a la minute, including Lobster Thermidor, Pan-seared foie gras with balsamic reduction and Rocket, abalone in rich brown sauce, and Singapore pepper crab claws. Additionally, every Friday and Saturday, the carving stations are elevated to include premium items such as Prime Rib, adding an indulgent touch to the weekend experience. Visit the hotel’s website.
Lunch break / Paii Set
Experience the Paii Set Lunch at Paii at House On Sathorn, which is designed for business lunches and mid-day meals. The price varies based on the main course selected, ensuring a range of options to suit different tastes and preferences. Visit the restaurant’s website.
Lunchtime in Tuscany / Rossini’s / Until Jan 31
Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit has introduced a set menu that lets diners curate their own Italian culinary journey at Rossini’s. Indulge in the midday escape from Monday to Friday, where executive chef Giacomo Vinci has crafted a series of dishes that showcase sustainable and seasonal ingredients. Visit the hotel’s website.
Festive dinner / Signature Bangkok / Dec 24-31
Celebrate the season from Dec 24-31 with a dining experience at Signature Bangkok. Indulge in a six or eight-course Flower Bouquet menu. Enhance the festive ambience with enchanting live jazz performances every evening. Visit the restaurant’s website.
TRAVEL
Zero deals / Thai Vietjet / Until Dec 7
Don’t miss out on Vietjet Thailand’s deal, “It’s Time to Vietjet!”, offering special fares starting from B0 (not inclusive of taxes and fees) for all domestic and international routes, available for booking until Dec 7 with travel period from March 1 to Oct 25. The promotional tickets are applied to Vietjet Thailand’s entire domestic flight network from Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) to Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Phuket, Krabi, Hat Yai, Surat Thani, Udon Thani, Khon Kaen, and Ubon Ratchathani and cross-country routes connecting Phuket to Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai, as well as Vietjet Thailand’s international network from Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) to Vietnam, China, Fukuoka, Phnom Penh, Singapore, Taipei, as well as from Chiang Mai to Osaka, and the newly launched routes from Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) to Okinawa and Hokkaido (via Taipei) and Mumbai. The promotional fares are available on the app, FB and website.
STUFF
Men's swimwear / Jim Thompson
Jim Thompson has launched the Aquasilk Collection, redefining men’s swimwear with innovation. The fabric used in the collection combines a blend of 58% nylon and 42% silk to deliver durability and quick-dry functionality alongside the silk's softness and sheen. The collection comes in a range of solid navy and orange with an embroidered elephant motif, and patterned prints with the Japanese origami-inspired star shadow, all incorporating a subtle Jim Thompson logo. Each pair of swim shorts comes with a swim bag. Jim Thompson has partnered with Seven Clean Seas, a global organisation dedicated to reducing ocean pollution, for this collection, to donate 10% of sales towards supporting initiatives to eliminate ocean plastic pollution for every Aquasilk purchase. Available at Jim Thompson stores and online.
Moana 2 premiums / SF Cinema / While supplies last
To welcome Moana 2, SF Cinema makes the movie-going experience memorable for Disney fans with free licensed premiums. For every regular ticket to see Moana 2, one postcard set is redeemable and there are two sets to collect. For every two tickets to see the movie at the MX4D Presented by CP Theatre, get a Maui inflatable hook. SF+ members who purchase tickets at Zigma Cinestadium receive a poster of which there are two. SF+ members get a collectible ticket for every ticket purchased and there are three versions to collect. These premiums are available while supplies last. For every two tickets purchased, get a chance to win a Moana silver necklace and a Moana tiara silver necklace from Ravipa. For every ticket bought, get a chance to win a Moana wet brush. You have until Dec 18 to join the lucky draw and the winners will be announced on SF Cinema's website on Dec 26.
New store / Casetify Studio at CentralWorld
Following its successful pop-up store, Casetify has launched Casetify Studio at CentralWorld, its biggest outpost in Thailand at 285m². With "Christmas Glam Fest" as its theme, fans can enjoy a shopping experience across five zones, namely Glam Casetify Christmas Tree, Glam-Tastic Snap, Glam Your Gift, Glam Cube and Glam Catcher. Basically, you can get festive snaps of your socials, pick up gifts and refresh your phone at the Phone-spa. Most importantly, enjoy a gallery of phone cases in which Casetify has collaborated with various artists and IPs worldwide. To celebrate its new location, fulfil purchase conditions to receive free premiums. They are available while supplies last.
