Discover the story behind the kitchen: how Swedish chef Björn Frantzén became the only chef in the world to simultaneously operate three Michelin three-star restaurants. 1. A Historic Milestone The culinary world was stunned at the Michelin Guide ceremony in Dubai, where FZN—operated under the vision of Chef Björn Frantzén—was awarded three Michelin stars, the highest honor in gastronomy. Remarkably, the restaurant had only opened in October 2024. With this accolade, FZN became the first-ever restaurant in the UAE to receive three Michelin stars, instantly joining the ranks of the world’s finest dining destinations. 2. The Man Behind the Magic At the heart of this achievement is Chef Björn Frantzén himself—the only chef in the world currently operating three Michelin three-star restaurants. “This recognition is an incredible honor, not just for me, but for my entire team,” said Frantzén. “Receiving three Michelin stars for FZN in Dubai is a proud moment that reflects the hard work and creativity of everyone involved.” 3. A Trio of Stars Across Continents Out of just 152 restaurants worldwide with three Michelin stars, three belong to the Frantzén Group—cementing its status at the pinnacle of global fine dining, with a presence across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Frantzén – Stockholm The flagship restaurant and the first in Sweden to receive three Michelin stars, a distinction it has held since 2018. Zén – Singapore Opened in 2018 and awarded its third Michelin star in 2021. FZN – Dubai Awarded three Michelin stars in the 2025 Michelin Guide, just months after its debut in October 2024. Experience the Frantzén touch in Bangkok. Explore the Frantzén Group’s culinary philosophy at Villa Frantzén Bangkok.

A guide to what’s on in Bangkok during June 2025 ━━━━━━━━━━━━👇━━━━━━━━━━━━ This page is intentionally left _____. Opening date: 13 June 2025 Closing date: 17 August 2025 Place: 5th Floor, Bangkok Kunsthalle In traditional publishing, a contributor is typically someone who writes content within a framework set by the editor—a voice added into a space already defined. But in This Page is Intentionally Left _____., the role of the contributor is reimagined—not merely as a content provider, but as someone who opens space, poses questions, and amplifies voices that have long gone unheard. Each artist contributes not to the printed page, but directly to the physical site—using architecture, history, and silence as surfaces for communication. Their works do more than present new material; they invite viewers to become co-authors, to read with curiosity, and to engage in an ongoing conversation that refuses to be finalized. ━━━━━━━━━━━━👇━━━━━━━━━━━━ Cocktails, Tapas and Friends Date: 22 June 2025 Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Venue: The St. Regis Bar, Bangkok A vibrant Sunday social celebrating spirited mixology, flavorful cuisine, and great company. Held once a month at The St. Regis Bar, the inaugural edition will take place on Sunday, 22 June 2025, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM—marking the exciting debut of what promises to become a signature social event in Bangkok. For the June edition, guests will enjoy two signature cocktails crafted by Santo Metodo, Bar Manager at Zuma Bangkok—a globally renowned modern Izakaya-style restaurant originating in London—alongside a creative cocktail by Brian Gonzalez, Beverage Manager at The St. Regis Bar. The culinary experience will be elevated by tapas-style dishes from Executive Sous Chef Matteo Fontana, with special guest Chef Simone Scarparo of Capricci, an Italian restaurant known for its Apericena-style cuisine. Guests can also enjoy a live oyster cart, a cold cut station, and live cooking presentations by The St. Regis Bangkok’s culinary team. For reservations and further information: Tel: +66 (0) 2207 7777 fb.bangkok@stregis.com www.stregisbangkok.com ━━━━━━━━━━━━👇━━━━━━━━━━━━ Jay Fai: Fire & Soul Premiere Jay Fai: Fire & Soul premiered in Bangkok at Woof Pack Building to a full house of chefs, media, and cultural figures—with Jay Fai herself in attendance. The film follows Supinya "Jay Fai" Junsuta, the 81-year-old self-taught street food legend who rose from modest beginnings to earn Bangkok’s first Michelin star for a street vendor. Her crab omelette has become world-famous, but this story goes far deeper—revealed through interviews, rare behind-the-scenes footage, and her unforgettable appearance at Copenhagen’s MAD Symposium. Directed by acclaimed food documentarian Arlei Lima and produced by Utopic Films, Jay Fai: Fire & Soul traces Supinya’s inspiring rise from poverty, including a devastating house fire that wiped out her family’s savings. Self-taught and fiercely perfectionist, Jay Fai transitioned from tailoring to cooking, creating signature dishes like her world-famous crab omelette. Years of tireless work behind her charcoal-fired woks ultimately brought her international acclaim and Michelin recognition. WATCH NOW: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D8LMQ1SJY0Y

The 25th anniversary edition of the World Gourmet Festival kicks off with an exciting first wave of acclaimed chefs, including Denmark’s Eric Vildgaard, New Zealand’s Vaughan Mabee, and Singapore’s Janice Wong. This renowned annual event, held at Anantara Siam Bangkok, will take place from 22–28 September 2025, bringing together a stellar lineup of culinary talent from around the globe. The initial announcement features three of the world’s most respected chefs, each set to host exclusive dinners that promise to be among Bangkok’s most sought-after gastronomic experiences. Additional chefs and events will be revealed every two weeks. ━━━━━━━━━━━━👇━━━━━━━━━━━━ ERIC VILDGAARD Jordnær, Denmark (Thailand debut) 3 Michelin stars | #3 Best Chef Awards 2024 | 97.50 points La Liste | Les Grandes Tables du Monde One of Europe's most celebrated culinary figures, Eric Vildgaard is a phenomenon. The self-taught visionary behind Copenhagen’s Jordnær has redefined Nordic fine dining with a style that is deeply emotional, technically flawless, and intensely personal. His restaurant is widely considered one of the most romantic and refined dining destinations on the planet, earning global acclaim and a place on The World’s 50 Best Restaurants list. Every dish tells a story — of resilience, transformation, and the power of love — shared with his partner Tina, who co-runs the restaurant. This is gastronomy at its most human: generous, precise, and transcendent. Gourmet Discoveries: Chef Eric Vildgaard and Chef Vaughan Mabee Date: Tuesday 23rd September 2025 THB 18,500 net per person including wine pairing ━━━━━━━━━━━━👇━━━━━━━━━━━━ VAUGHAN MABEE Amisfield, New Zealand (Thailand debut) Best Chef Awards 2024 – 3 Knives | Best Dining Experience in the World A trailblazing figure in New Zealand’s culinary renaissance, Vaughan Mabee is known for crafting edible stories of the wild. As Executive Chef of Amisfield in Queenstown, Mabee merges deep respect for terroir with theatrical presentation — from dishes hidden in river stones to references to Maori legend. He fishes, hunts, and forages his own ingredients, creating menus that feel alive with the spirit of Aotearoa. Recently named one of the most creative chefs of his generation, his Bangkok debut is nothing short of historic. Gourmet Encounters: Chef Vaughan Mabee Date: Saturday 27th September 2025 THB 14,000 net per person including wine pairing ━━━━━━━━━━━━👇━━━━━━━━━━━━ JANICE WONG Singapore Asia’s and The World’s 50 Best Pastry Chefs | Pastry Chef of the Year | Pastry Innovation Award – La Liste Janice Wong is Asia’s undisputed dessert visionary, blending art, flavour, and innovation in every creation. The Singaporean pastry chef, artist, and entrepreneur is best known for 2am:dessertbar and her groundbreaking edible art installations. Twice named Asia’s Best Pastry Chef by the World’s 50 Best Restaurants, Wong continues to push boundaries through her brands Janice Wong Singapore and Pure Imagination, championing creativity, sustainability, and chocolate made from bean to bar. Iconic Afternoon Tea: Chef Janice Wong Date: Friday 26th-Sunday 28th September 2025 THB 1,800 net per person Seats are extremely limited, with 15% early bird pricing available from today, limited to six seats per event per guest. Full menus and wine pairings will be announced in due course. Throughout the week, the festival will also feature chef’s table dinners, interactive masterclasses, exclusive wine pairings, pastry

Spectacular scenery, smooth stretches of blacktop, winding mountain roads, and dramatic coastal routes—what’s your dream road journey? Discover five unforgettable driving holidays across Japan, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines—easier than ever to explore. Is there any travel style more empowering than a road trip? With your loved ones by your side and the open highway ahead, your adventure has no limits. Each bend reveals new discoveries, and every hilltop offers a fresh, breathtaking view. As the holidays approach, it's time to pack your bags, take the wheel, and hit the road on an unforgettable journey. Asia is home to some of the most scenic routes in the world—ribbons of pavement that wind through incredible landscapes and open up panoramic vistas. So, buckle up and get ready! Here’s BWH® Hotels’ guide to the best driving vacations across Japan, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines. ━━━━━━━━━━━━👇━━━━━━━━━━━━ 1. Drive Across the Sea in Okinawa, Japan Imagine cruising across a smooth, straight road surrounded by sparkling aquamarine waters. Kaichu Road is a stunning 5km-long bridge and causeway connecting Okinawa’s main island to Henza Island, leading onward to the secluded beaches and bays of Miyagi Island. Begin in Naha and enjoy a dreamy daytime drive with dazzling photo stops along the way. Where to Stay: BWH Hotels offers a selection of beachfront accommodations in Okinawa. Best Western Okinawa Kouki Beach is set on a white-sand beach in Nago, with private balconies overlooking the ocean. Best Western Okinawa Onna Beach is a serene, low-rise resort just steps from the soft sand and shallow waters of the island’s sunset coast. ━━━━━━━━━━━━👇━━━━━━━━━━━━ 2. From Beaches to Rice Fields in Bali, Indonesia Bali, the “Island of the Gods,” is perfect for a driving adventure. Leave the coastline behind and journey into the island’s green heart, where tropical jungles and cultural wonders await. After exploring Ubud’s heritage-rich streets, head deeper into the hills past emerald rice paddies, tranquil lakeside temples, and spectacular viewpoints. Where to Stay: Best Western Kamala Jimbaran is the ideal base to begin or end your journey, offering an outdoor pool, spa, and romantic restaurant near the beach. In Ubud, Best Western Premier Agung Resort Ubud immerses you in the island’s cultural capital, with two infinity pools, a standout restaurant, and lush natural surroundings. ━━━━━━━━━━━━👇━━━━━━━━━━━━ 3. Head South Along Thailand’s Gulf Coast Road With turquoise seas on one side and jungle-clad hills on the other, Thailand’s Gulf Coast promises a scenic drive like no other. Begin in the royal beach resort town of Hua Hin, then follow the curving coastal road past national parks, hidden beaches, golden temples, and bustling markets. End your trip with a ferry to Koh Samui or continue south to the tropical paradise of Phuket. Where to Stay: Best Western Plus Carapace Hotel Hua Hin offers a serene beachfront escape with flowing design and lagoon pools, while Best Western Chaweng Samui puts you in the vibrant heart of Koh Samui. In Phuket, choose from three BWH Hotels, including Best Western Patong Beach with its rooftop pool and prime location. ━━━━━━━━━━━━👇━━━━━━━━━━━━ 4. Explore the Coastal Wonders of Vietnam With over 3,200 km of coastline,

Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit, a distinguished Luxury Collection Hotel nestled in the vibrant heart of Bangkok's Sukhumvit area, recently hosted a memorable "Showcasing Our Culinary Journey" event. This special gathering offered an immersive experience in world-class gastronomy, complemented by the hotel's renowned impeccable service. Benefiting from unparalleled accessibility via both the MRT and BTS systems, this five-star haven serves as an ideal base for discerning business and leisure travelers seeking to explore the captivating energy of the city. Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit seamlessly blends its exceptional hospitality with the unique charm of Bangkok, a metropolis where rich cultural heritage gracefully intertwines with contemporary sophistication. Beyond its prime location, the hotel boasts an impressive collection of premium amenities. Guests can indulge in luxurious accommodations, unwind at the spa, take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool, and discover a range of exceptional dining venues: Royal Suite: Opulent suites where Thai elegance meets European design. Overlooking Benjakitti Park, these havens offer breathtaking, unobstructed lake views alongside expansive living areas, lavish marble bathrooms featuring Jacuzzis, and personalized butler service. Orchid Café: Celebrated for its extensive international buffet and enticing à la carte selections, the restaurant presents a diverse array of culinary delights, including authentic Thai dishes, all prepared with the freshest seasonal ingredients. Rossini’s: An inviting eatery styled like a charming Tuscan villa, serving authentic Italian cuisine meticulously crafted with premium, high-quality ingredients.  basil: A contemporary Thai restaurant that reimagines traditional recipes with a modern flair. The Sala: A tranquil urban retreat offering a serene garden and poolside ambiance. Here, guests can savor a delightful fusion of Asian and Western culinary creations in a relaxed setting. The Living Room: Bangkok's legendary live jazz venue, where top-tier artists grace the stage, welcoming guests into its elegant and timeless atmosphere. BARSU: A trendy and vibrant bar where live music sets the scene for socializing and unwinding. Guests can enjoy expertly crafted drinks and a menu of curated bar-style dishes. Dine in the Dark: A unique and impactful culinary adventure where guests savor a meal in complete darkness, guided by visually impaired staff. A portion of the proceeds from this extraordinary experience supports the Foundation for the Blind. Le Petit Chef: Offering a groundbreaking 3D dining experience, this innovative concept takes guests on an immersive journey through delectable flavors and captivating narratives brought to life through cutting-edge technology. “The Living Room”: A Celebration of Jazz Music The evening started with the evocative "Rosette Reverie" cocktail at The Living Room, a gin-based creation blending rose, mint, and lemon, mirroring the improvisational charm of jazz. Exquisite Indulgence at “Royal Suite” Guests were welcomed to the Royal Suite with Ruinart Blanc de Blanc Champagne and a selection of refined canapés, including Gin and Cucumber Oysters, Jalapeño-Mint-Coriander Jelly Oysters, Oyster Espuma with Seaweed-Chilli Salsa, Royal Beluga Caviar Macaroons, Foie Gras Macarons, Hokkaido Scallops with Pea Purée and Yuzu Foam, and Wagyu Beef Bruschetta with Truffle Caviar. Allure of Thai Cuisine at “basil” The culinary journey continued at basil with the "Miang Kham Bua Luang," a delicate lotus petal wrap filled

Young Tennis Talents Shine at the 3rd AssetWise Junior Tennis Championship at Fitz Club Following its growing success over the past years, the 3rd AssetWise Junior Tennis Thailand Championship recently concluded at Fitz Club – Racquets, Health and Fitness, the premier luxury sports center of the Royal Cliff Hotels Group. This year’s tournament welcomed over 170 promising young tennis players and drew more than 400 family members and spectators for three days of exciting competition, fun-filled activities, and family bonding. The event continues to grow in stature, reinforcing its place as a major highlight on Thailand’s junior sports calendar and strengthening Fitz Club’s reputation as a training ground for the country’s future tennis stars. Fitz Club’s world-class courts provided the ideal stage for young athletes to showcase their skills across various age categories. Off the court, the atmosphere was just as lively with signature dishes from Royal Cliff’s award-winning chefs, complimentary ice cream sponsored by AssetWise, sports massages by Vitala, and fun activity zones for all ages. A standout highlight was the tennis clinic led by Fitz Club’s professional coaches—complete with an exciting “Challenge the CEO” match, where participants vied for special prizes. The tournament was proudly supported by AssetWise, Yonex Thailand, Tecnifibre, Ouayporn Supply Company Limited, and Pattaya Dinosaur Kingdom, all of whom share a common commitment to promoting youth development through sport. As a leading elite sports center, Fitz Club continues to uphold its legacy as a premier destination for both professional and recreational athletes. Notable ATP players such as Nikolay Davydenko, Mikhail Youzhny, Dmitry Tursunov, Paradorn Srichaphan, Danai Udomchoke, and Denis Istomin have trained at Fitz Club’s facilities, which replicate conditions found at the Australian Open. Royal Cliff Hotels Group and Fitz Club www.royalcliff.com | facebook.com/fitzclub

When life takes a culinary journey seriously, Sartoria by Paulo Airaudo lands on the gastronomic map like a shooting star. This delicious expansion, visually inspired by Michelin-starred Chef Paulo Airaudo, is a state-of-the-art restaurant that infuses the charm of Tuscany and the elegance of Florentine style with touches of Japanese influence and Thailand’s finest local products. It’s not only the essential, seasonal, and exceptional ingredients—carefully selected from around the world—that make the culinary creations spectacular, but also the precision in every aspect of the culinary craft. Every dish tells a different story, not to mention the amuse-bouche, a sensual intermission that sparks curiosity for the next bite to come. Sartoria by Paulo Airaudo 56th Floor, EA Rooftop, The Empire Tel: +66 (0) 2407 1654 Email: ea-reservations@marriotthotels.com Website: www.sartoriabypauloairaudo.com

THAI’s “The New World of Tomorrow” takes the passenger to the elevated the travel experience beyond the frontier as well as marking 65th Anniversary milestones. Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) celebrated its 65th Anniversary with “THE NEW WORLDS OF TOMORROW”, the special event at World Ballroom, Centara Grand at centralwOrld, to officially launch its new tagline “GRACE TO GROWTH,” which reflects the commitment to enhance passenger experience in all dimensions while delivering a distinctive Thai touch after the accomplishment in the Rehabilitation process. ​By providing high-quality aviation technology, THAI not only serves passengers but also elevates its competency within the aviation industry where THAI stock is scheduled to resume trading in the Stock Exchange of Thailand this July. Tourism Authority of Thailand Governor Thapanee Kiatphaibool, Mr. PiyasvastiAmranand, THAI Chairman of the Plan Administrators, Mr. Chansin Treenuchagron, THAI Plan Administrator, Mr. Chai Eamsiri, THAI Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Korakot Chatasingha, THAI Chief Commercial Officer, and THAI senior management elaborated THAI future plan to business partners, distinguished guests, and the members of the press in this event. “For the past 65 years, THAI remains the carrier of choice among passengers around the world. Now, it is ready to leap forward. With THE NEW WORLDS concept, THAI is prepared for serving current travel needs with seamless travel experience of passengers as its top priority,” Mr. Amranand said. . THE NEW WORLDS OF INSIGHT AND HOSPITALITY: Inflight services and innovative communication Enhancement In order to provide an unforgettable inflight experience, THAI introduces the following services: “Sawasdee” magazine through various platforms for readers' convenience The inflight magazine “Sawasdee” is reintroduced through various platforms for readers' convenience. Mr. KittiphongSansomboon, THAI Director, Customer & Marketing, as the magazine's Executive Editor and Mr. Hans Mueller, Sawasdee Executive Creative Director, revealed print edition, e-Magazine, and website of Sawasdee Magazine which is tailored for travelers of the digital era. Special amenities kit pouches by SIRIVANNAVARI THAI has collaborated with SIRIVANNAVARI, the luxury fashion brand established by Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya, in introducing two new designs of special amenities kit. The first design features a white-blue batik pattern from Southern Thailand, incorporating "Princess Sirivannavari’s Dokrak Motif" (bestowed upon a Thai batik group by HRH The Princess). This design is seamlessly blended with logos of an elephant, peacock, iris, and orchid, representing both SIRIVANNAVARI and THAI. The second design is a vibrant garden, bursting with iris and orchid flowers playfully surrounding the iconic S Monogram in a pink and purple color scheme. Amenities kit includes rose-scented hand cream, SIRIVANNAVARI Maison lip balm, deodorant spray, blindfolds in the pouch pattern, a bamboo toothbrush, MARVIS toothpaste, and earplugs. These special amenities kit pouches by SIRIVANNAVARI, offering absolute "Smooth as Silk" travel essentials, are available in Royal Silk Class on flights to four fashion destinations: Milan, Paris, Tokyo, and Shanghai, starting May 1, 2025. The culinary campaign bringing local ingredients to global experiences THAI also launched the “Good Taste for a Good Cause” culinary campaign in serving passengers with a locally produced high-quality ingredients to the global stage in alignment with the Thai government’s

Known for its tropical charm, Koh Samui has elevated its reputation to a world-class destination, offering an authentic local essence fused with luxury experiences. With endless palm-fringed beaches, lush mountainous rainforests, and a selection of high-end resorts and villas, Koh Samui has everything to fulfill your dream tropical getaway. This laid-back island appeals to travelers of all budgets and offers a wide range of activities for the whole family. Whether you're craving amazing food, charming local markets, island tours, nature activities, or cultural sites, Koh Samui delivers. With so much to explore, it can be hard to plan the perfect itinerary. Here are the top 5 must-do experiences when visiting Koh Samui: 1. Must Taste For lovers of Thai cuisine, fresh seafood is abundant, and local restaurants serve southern specialties alongside beloved classics. Be sure to try Wai-Kua (squid with herbs in coconut milk), Moo-Ko (braised pork belly), and sweet treats like Kanom-Ko (sugar dumplings with young coconut) and Kalame (a Thai caramel-like toffee). Koh Samui is also home to several fine dining restaurants—many recognized by the Michelin Guide—perfect for a memorable holiday meal. 2. Must Try Koh Samui is a premier destination for spa and wellness. Unwind with signature coconut oil treatments, refresh your mind and body, or find inner peace through meditation in stunning natural settings. Samui offers a rejuvenating experience like no other. Animal lovers shouldn't miss the award-winning Koh Samui Elephant Sanctuary, where you can interact with rescued elephants in an ethical and respectful environment. 3. Must Buy Visit OTOP (One Tambon One Product) markets for a unique shopping experience. These local markets offer traditional crafts, handmade goods, Thai snacks, and coconut oil. Supporting OTOP means supporting local communities while discovering authentic cultural products. 4. Must Seek For thrill-seekers, Koh Samui offers plenty of adventure and excitement. Try the Samui Zipline Adventure, embark on a Wild Jungle Safari Tour, or explore iconic attractions like Grandfather and Grandmother Rocks, Namuang Waterfall, Buddha’s Magic Garden, and the Big Buddha Temple. 5. Must See Ang Thong National Marine Park is a breathtaking escape just off Koh Samui’s coast, featuring over 40 idyllic islands surrounded by crystal-clear waters. Hike to the Pha Jan Jarus viewpoint, kayak through hidden lagoons, or snorkel among vibrant marine life. With a bit of luck, you might spot a Bryde’s whale or a southern dusky leaf monkey. How to Get to Koh Samui Koh Samui is accessible by air, bus, and ferry. The fastest and most convenient way to get there from Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, or Krabi is by direct flight, with multiple daily flights available. Tourism Authority of Thailand: Koh Samui Office 370 Moo 3, Tambol Angthong, Amphoe Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84140 Email: tatsamui@tat.or.th Tel: +66 (0) 7742 0504 Facebook: TAT Koh Samui x Koh Phangan x Koh Tao