Savouring Asia by the OceanSamui The mouthwatering menu at NAMU is your ticket to a voyage through Japan and the authentic flavours of east Asia. This oceanside restaurant at W Koh Samui pairs contemporary Asian fusion with cool sea breezes, open skies and stunning...
Blooming Beyond the Mud A timeless symbol of purity, the lotus reminds us that beauty can emerge from even the murkiest of waters Words: Sarita Urupongsa Photos: Shutterstock Graceful and serene, the lotus has long been woven into the cultural and spiritual fabric of...
Thailand’s Technicolour Travelling Theatres Centuries-old legends unfold in the fluorescent hum of temple fairs, as dazzling Likay performers battle for laughs with their audience Words: Phoowadon Duangmee Photos: Shutterstock On the edge of a temple fair in Thailand,...
Petals of Patience Infused with candle smoke and sculpted with the fine tweezers, Chor Phakakrong is a perfect example of the delicate art of Thai confectionery Words: Sarita Urupongsa Photo: Shutterstock A masterpiece of Thai edible art, Chor Phakakrong (or simply...
Never Judge a Fruit by its Cover Don’t be fooled by its rough and ugly appearance – the custard apple boasts an irresistibly sweet and fragrant heart Words: Sarita Urupongsa Photo: Shutterstock Nicknamed the “world’s ugliest fruit”, the custard apple’s grotesque...
