A Singaporean's guide to living in Thailand

[JustLikeThis]

Mei Mei cute or not?

Cute but this type is like dead-fish on bed.
Not our type for our age.

 

[Froggy]

Cold spell now bro.

Gonna be very hot this afternoon

 

[JustLikeThis]

hahaha you response so fast!

 

[Froggy]

Not a big fan of fast food but once a while when on the road peddling my screws will stop by a gas station to eat and today don't know why decided on KFC.

So far I think the Thai KFC make the most delicious fried chicken, just my personal opinion

Thai KFC also provide free flow soft drinks and free drinking water

My 3 pieces chicken costs only $4.70

 

[yinyang]

Cold spell now bro.

Bangkok has been rather hazy these days.

Pollution's the culprit. Advisory says wear N95 masks, avoid strenous activity outdoors
Smog serious threat to public health: experts
national January 14, 2019 01:00
By Pratch Rujivanarom
The Nation
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Air pollution blankets capital for third day in a row, with prospects of prolonged unhealthy air quality levels
AUTHORITIES MUST take the air pollution problem in Bangkok seriously and strictly enforce mitigation measures to protect people’s health, academics said, while warning of serious financial costs to match.
They pointed out that the country would face billions of baht in additional health costs unless the severe air pollution blanketing the capital was promptly curbed.
The pollution continued to remain at harmful levels for the third straight day yesterday and the situation was likely to remain critical for at least another month due to weather patterns, said Witsanu Attavanich, associate professor of economics at Kasetsart University.
He feared both state agencies and the public were largely underestimating the dangers of air pollution and proper prevention and mitigation measures were still inadequate.

airport view

 

[AhMeng]

It's also bad in Seoul...

http://m.koreatimes.co.kr/pages/article.asp?newsI

Korea smothered in sweeping fine dust

 

[yinyang]

Masks donned on
http://www.nationmultimedia.com/detail/national/30362198

Artificial rain?
http://www.nationmultimedia.com/detail/national/30362204

 

[Froggy]

Masks donned on
http://www.nationmultimedia.com/detail/national/3

YY I made sure I stayed indoor almost entire day today

 

[yinyang]

...I made sure I stayed indoor almost entire day today

Mask indoors too, to add to fun (and mystery)?
Nothing like purifying your body of toxins

 

[yinyang]

5. Shop the best of Thailand’s street food and cultural products at SookSiam Land

Opening in November 2018, ICONSIAM is a fancy shopping mall located along the Chao Phraya River. Comprising an arsenal of glamorous retail stores offering both luxury goods and popular apparel brands alike, ICONSIAM is a jumbo version of ION Orchard.

But to get yourself acquainted with the true taste of authentic Thai culture, make your way to the shopping complex’s basement, where SookSiam is located. It’s basically an indoor air-conditioned pasar malam, minus the discomfort of the sweltering heat.

You can find the best of all 77 Thailand provinces congregated under one roof, with products like street food, crafts, and souvenirs offered for sale. The food even comes bagged in pretty packages, ideal as gifts.

There’s even a model tuktuk for you to pose with!
SookSiam’s stalls don’t remain stagnant, rotating once every three months - this means you’ll be treated to a fresh new experience each time you drop by.
SookSiam, ICONSIAM
Address: 299 Charoen Nakhon Soi 5, Charoen Nakhon Road, Khlong San, Bangkok, Thailand 10600
Opening hours: 10AM-10PM daily
Website

 

[yinyang]

6. Enjoy a wallet-friendly Thai fine dining experience at Saneh Jaan

Indulging in the finest that the gastronomical world has to offer is not feasible for most of us, as the cost of doing so usually falls way out of our budget. Yet fine dining doesn’t necessarily need to be a wallet-nuking experience, as Saneh Jaan proves.

This One Michelin Star restaurant lies nestled in the Glasshouse@Sindhorn, with dinner sets for 2 that are priced from just ฿2,500 (~SGD105.22). At these rates, you’ll be treated to a full course of scrumptious authentic Thai dishes, prepared with the finest local organic ingredients.

We tried out one of their signature dinner sets, which began, of course, with a set of starters. Of these, the Miang Kham, a dish comprising dried shrimp, peanut, ginger, chilli and lemon wrapped in wild betel leaf was a star item.
Though simple, it proved to be a treat for the tastebuds when eaten as a whole, with the sharper flavours of the chilli, ginger and lemon nicely balanced by the crunch of the peanuts and betel leaf.

The Tom Kha Kai stood out for being a soup like no other we have seen in Singapore. This savoury broth uses ingredients we don’t normally associate with soups, including coconut milk and lotus stems. Topped off with a fresh king-sized tiger prawn garnished with a gold leaf, this soup is truly a royal treat fit for kings.

We rounded up with a dessert set, with their in-house Mango with Sticky Rice being one of the best we’ve had - the mango bursts with sweet, juicy goodness, and pairs very well with the fragrance of the coconut milk-infused sticky rice.
Saneh Jaan
Address: 130 Witthayu Rd, Khwaeng Lumphini, Khet Pathum Wan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330, Thailand
Opening Hours: 11.30AM-2PM (lunch) | 6PM-10PM (dinner)
Website

 

[yinyang]

7. Savour a selection of dim sum in a plant-themed setting at Lhong Tou Cafe

If you crave dim sum while you’re at Bangkok, check out Lhong Tou Cafe, nestled in the heart of the Maha Nakhon district.

On first entering the cafe, you wouldn’t think it specialises in dim sum with its lush plant-themed decor that features geometric wooden furnishings. These form two levels of cosy cubbies for dining.

Aside from its charming aesthetic, Lhong Tou Cafe whips up an impressive selection of dim sum dishes at affordable prices. Begin from their fried wonton (฿69 ~SGD2.90), stuffed with shrimp filling that adds a springy texture to the crunch from its lightly fried marinade.

Their ‘Mala” Fried Chicken (฿79 ~SGD3.33) is also a must-try on the menu, a platter of chicken bites that come bursting with the numbing spiciness of mala.

And for dessert, give their Durian Lava Bun (฿59 ~SGD2.48) a go. Shaped like a mango, this puffy pastry comes packed with a delicious, creamy durian filling that oozes out the moment you cut or bite into it.
Lhong Tou Cafe
Address: 538 Yaowarat Rd, Khwaeng Samphanthawong, Khet Samphanthawong, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10100, Thailand
Opening hours: 8AM-10PM daily
Website

 

[Froggy]

Whenever I leave Singapore I will tah-bao some dimsum from the coffeeshop bao-stall. Bring it home and throw them in the freezer.

And when I wanna eat I will just take what I want and steam it like this this morning

Preparing the coffee

Ok I finish posting go for breakfast now

 

[rotikosong]

Taking a break before I start my New Year. Just arrived at Narita

Looks like we were in Japan at the same time - wouldn't it be funny if we bumped into each other at Namba? 555. I just got back from a week in the Kansai area.
Weather was nice, not too cold.

 

[yinyang]

8. Have a drinking sesh with your mates at Mitr Craft Bar

After a long day of touring the sights and smells of Bangkok, kick back and relax with a cool pint of beer on hand at Mitr Craft Beer, the first legal craft beer bar to open in Bangkok.

Image credit: @mitrbar
Located a mere 3-min walk away from the Victory Monument BTS station, Mitr Craft Bar is a haven for all beer lovers - both craft and on-tap options are available onsite.

Image credit: Michelin Guide
A must-try on their craft beer menu is the Full Moon Chalawan Pale Ale, a drink that strikes a fine balance between sweetness and bitterness, and is thus suitable for both amateur and seasoned drinkers alike.

Or if you’d rather get the “fresher” stuff, choose from their on tap menu, which boasts a total of 20 options with half pints beginning from as low as ฿140 (~SGD5.89) per glass.

If you’re not much of a drinker, go for the Devanom Nonthaburi Mead (฿190 ~SGD8), a sparkling fruity concoction that is only mildly bitter, making it suitable for just about any palate.

For those who’re more seasoned in the art of drinking, the Wizard Beer IPA (฿190 ~SGD8) is a good choice to consider. Boasting rich woody notes that balance its mellow hoppiness, this IPA is ideal for those who seek a drink that is strong but not overpoweringly so.

Mitr Craft Beer
Address: 3rd floor, Thanon Phaya Thai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400, Thailand
Opening hours: 5PM - 12AM
Website

 

[yinyang]

9. Be spooked by a 3-storey haunted house at Mansion 7 Bangkok

Image credit: Mansion7
Halloween is not just an annual affair over in Mansion 7, celebrated eternally with its grim, forbidding decor that aims to spook shoppers who walk through its doors. On first making your way here, you’ll find that the mall is fronted by a gargantuan claw - an apt prelude to the thrilling experience that awaits within.

Image credit: Bangkok.com
Like all good malls, Mansion 7 comes with a wide variety of retail and F&B options, except these come with a spooky twist in line with the haunted mansion aesthetic of the mall.

Image credit: EDT Guide
Krueng-Zen is one of such places, offering a selection of black noodle dishes like black kanon jeen (rice vermicelli).

Image credit: @frederick.tcw
When you’re done shopping, make your way to the two-storey Dark Mansion, a haunted house attraction you can explore from ฿599 (~SGD25.21). Promising to play with your human psychology and fears, scare cams are set up at regular intervals to enshrine your raw responses in photographic memory.

The scare cam does a fine job of capturing your fear at JUST the right moment
Image credit: Mansion7
Mansion 7 Bangkok
Address: Ratchadapisek Soi 14
Opening hours: 12PM-12AM daily
Website

 

[yinyang]

Final #10 in series of new attractions Bkk (other than the current smog)

10. Dive right into a sheep haven in the Sheep Village Farm & Restaurant

Image credit: TripCanvas
The Sheep Village Farm & Restaurant is a quaint little spot by the Chao Phraya River that is modelled after a rustic English countryside village, complete with windmills, farmhouses, and even a classic British telephone box.

And of course, this place is, as its name suggests, teeming with wooly residents, and you’re allowed to pet and feed them.

Image credit: @oanii

Image credit: Sheep Village
After sightseeing in the village, it’s time to refuel, and you can do so with this Seafood Salad (฿170 ~SGD7.16), where a generous serving of fresh, juicy shrimp, squid, and oysters are served with a satisfyingly spicy Thai chili sauce.
Sheep Village Farm & Restaurant
Address: 86/1 Charan Sanitwong, The River South Tower, Khwaeng Somdet Chao Phraya, Khet Bang Phlat, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10700, Thailand
Opening hours: 4PM-2AM daily
Website

 

[Froggy]

Looks like we were in Japan at the same time - wouldn't it be funny if we bumped into each other at Namba? 555. I just got back from a week in the Kansai area.
Weather was nice, not too cold.

Well how about next week? Planning for another post-break break to Hokkaido coming Monday for a week I supposed.

 

[Froggy]

Mansion 7 Bangkok
Address: Ratchadapisek Soi 14

Yo bro, I prefer the other mansions on the same road, this haunted Mansion 7 is a waste of time, getting old not much time left

 

[winnipegjets]

Well how about next week? Planning for another post-break break to Hokkaido coming Monday for a week I supposed.

Wah lau ...how many breaks do you have in a year? I was not aware that selling screws was so stressful. Anyway, good for you. You need to divide your time equally between the bosses in Thailand and Japan.