Dining with a Star
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The South of Thailand now embraces the starry standard, and PRU stands as the sole Michelin Star-awarded restaurant in the region. It’s an outstanding creation helmed by Executive Chef Jimmy Ophorst, designed under the concept of ‘sustainable fine dining’ and delivering an ‘Inside-Out’ experience that elevates the dining journey. This concept bridges the space between the kitchen and dining areas, formerly separate.
Beyond the harmonious dining, the open kitchen fosters a bond between the guests and the diners, who can delight in the sights and sounds of food preparation and the culinary process. Ophorst explained, “We’ve been inspired by the kappo style of service, where the formality between the chef and his guests is eliminated as the chef ‘cuts and cooks’ the freshest seasonal ingredients based on interactions with each guest. We adopted this philosophy in the new restaurant design to create the Inside-Out experience and bring our guests closer to the best ingredients Thailand has to offer.”
Located within the exclusive confines of the award-winning Trisara resort, the restaurant offers ten seats at the kitchen counter, granting guests an up-close view of Ophorst and his team in action.
Reservations
Email: reservations@prurestaurant.com
Tel: +66 (0)76-683-344
Website: www.prurestaurant.com
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A Season of Sparkling Festivities and Culinary Indulgence
The festive season is a time to gather with loved ones — a moment to celebrate warmth, joy, and togetherness. This year, InterContinental Bangkok invites guests to embrace the magic of the holidays with a full programme of festive dining experiences crafted to elevate every occasion. Espresso As the hotel’s international dining hub, Espresso brings the season to life with an abundant festive buffet showcasing holiday classics such as roasted whole turkey and honey-glazed ham. Carol singers and a visit from Santa add heartwarming touches throughout Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Festive Buffets • Christmas Eve Lunch (12.00–14.30): THB 1,900++ per adult | THB 950++ (ages 6–12) • Christmas Eve Dinner (18.00–22.30): THB 2,900++ per adult | THB 1,450++ per child • Christmas Day Lunch (12.00–14.30): THB 2,200++ per adult | THB 1,100++ per child • Christmas Day Dinner (18.00–22.30): THB 1,900++ per adult | THB 950++ per child Beverage Enhancements • Add THB 200++ for unlimited fresh juices & soft drinks • Add THB 900++ for free-flow beverages • Add THB 2,300++ for free-flow Champagne • Children 5 and under dine free with a paying adult New Year Dining at Espresso • New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet (31 Dec, 18.00–22.30): THB 2,900++ | THB 3,900++ with Champagne | THB 1,450++ per child • New Year’s Day Lunch (1 Jan, 12.00–15.00) • New Year’s Day Dinner (18.00–22.30): THB 1,900++ per adult | THB 950++ per child • Beverage add-ons follow Christmas pricing. Fireplace Grill and Bar Celebrate the season with exceptional European-inspired dining. Signature dishes include Escargots à la Bourguignonne, Stockyard Prime Rib, Stanbroke Sanchoku Wagyu Striploin, and the timeless Crêpes Suzette, paired with curated wines and classic cocktails. Available for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Eve, with: Lunch: 12.00–14.30 Dinner: 18.00–23.00 Summer Palace A festive celebration of Cantonese flavours awaits with highlights such as Peking Duck (THB 1,380++), Suckling Pig (THB 2,680++), and a special dim sum selection. Available on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day (1 January 2026). Lunch: 11.30–14.30 Dinner: 18.00–22.30 SoCal For New Year’s Eve, SoCal presents rustic Italian and Levantine-inspired favourites from the à la carte menu (11.30–23.00). From 22.00–01.00, enjoy small plates starting at THB 230++, alongside a DJ spinning through the countdown (22.00–02.00). Butter The season’s most indulgent gifts come in the form of luxurious festive hampers (THB 2,500–7,200 net), filled with artisanal pastries, cakes, cookies, gingerbread, fine wine, and more. Available daily from 28 November 2025 to 5 January 2026, 08.00–19.00. Balcony Lounge Enjoy a refined Festive Afternoon Tea (THB 1,100++ per person | THB 1,990++ for two), featuring seasonal savouries and sweets, accompanied by live piano and carol performances on select days. Available 28 November 2025 – 5 January 2026, 14.30–17.30. On New Year’s Eve, a live band performs from 20.00–01.00 for an elegant countdown ambience. Oasis Pool Countdown Party Ring in 2026 under the stars at the Oasis Pool on 31 December, from 21.30–00.30. With city skyline views, live music, and Champagne toasts, this THB 2,026++ celebration—including one glass of Champagne—promises a truly unforgettable start to the new year. For Reservations Email: dining.bkkhb@ihg.com Tel: +66 (0) 2656 0444 Website: InterContinental Bangkok
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5 Delicious Foods and Their Origins
Food is more than just something we eat to stay alive it’s one of life’s greatest joys. Every bite can carry history, culture, and memories. Some dishes were created just a few decades ago, while others have been enjoyed for thousands of years. From Thai street food to Italian kitchens, food brings people together. Let’s take a quick journey through five famous dishes around the world: Pad Thai, Pizza, Sushi, Kimchi, and Dim Sum and see how they are created. Pad Thai Pad Thai looks like an old recipe, but it’s actually pretty new. It was created in Thailand in the 1930s as a way to build national pride during a rice shortage. Stir-fried noodles mixed with shrimp, tofu, bean sprouts, and peanuts made the perfect dish. Cheap, tasty, and filling, it quickly became street food loved by everyone. Now, Pad Thai is one of the first dishes travelers try when they visit Thailand. Pizza It’s hard to imagine a world without pizza. It began in Naples, Italy, as flatbread topped with simple ingredients for workers. Later, tomatoes and cheese made it more delicious, and the Margherita pizza was created to honor Queen Margherita. From there, pizza took over the world thin and crispy in New York, thick and cheesy in Chicago. No matter the style, pizza remains comfort food everywhere. Sushi Sushi started in Japan in the early 1800s, though older versions of preserved fish and rice existed before. In Tokyo, chefs made sushi faster and fresher by serving raw fish on small rice balls that’s nigiri. It was quick street food, but today it’s considered an art form. Whether in Japan or abroad, sushi is loved for its freshness and delicate flavour. Kimchi Kimchi is more than food in Korea. People have been fermenting vegetables for over 2,000 years. The arrival of chili peppers in the 1500s turned kimchi spicy, and that taste became a national identity. Every family has its own recipe, often passed down for generations. It’s healthy, delicious, and always on the table in Korean homes. Dim Sum Dim Sum means “touch the heart” and that’s exactly what it does. It started in Chinese tea houses along trade routes more than 2,000 years ago. Travelers would stop for tea and snacks, which grew into a huge variety of dumplings, buns, and rolls. Today, having dim sum with tea yum cha is a social tradition that brings families together. These dishes aren’t just meals. They’re pieces of culture. Pad Thai shows Thailand’s creativity, pizza represents Italy’s influence worldwide, sushi highlights Japanese precision, kimchi reflects Korean heritage, and dim sum celebrates Chinese hospitality. Each plate carries a story, and when we enjoy them, we share more than flavors we share history. That’s the magic of food.
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The Excited Blend! A Sarnies Pop-Up Arrives at The St. Regis Bangkok
The coffee ritual at The St. Regis Bangkok takes an exciting new turn as the hotel partners with Sarnies, the acclaimed Singapore-born roastery celebrated for its bold flavours and quality beans. From November 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026, guests can experience this exclusive Sarnies Pop-Up at The Lounge, blending artisanal craftsmanship with the timeless sophistication of The House of Astor. Within the elegant setting of The Lounge, guests are invited to indulge in Sarnies’ signature creations — from the indulgent Crème Brûlée Honey Latte to the tropical Thai Coconut Latte. These handcrafted beverages are perfectly complemented by a curated menu of coffee-inspired cocktails, sandwiches, and pastries, including exclusive treats like the Espresso Banoffee Pain Suisse and Coffee Honey Medovik Cake. Whether for an informal business meeting, a relaxed afternoon, or a stylish evening gathering, The Lounge now offers a sensory escape defined by aroma, flavour, and sophistication. A highlight of the pop-up is the drip coffee station and bean display, inviting guests to explore Sarnies’ origins and craftsmanship. The lineup includes single-origin beans from Thailand, Brazil, Colombia, and Honduras, alongside the house favourite Tiramisu Blend, a smooth medium-dark roast uniting beans from Thailand, Myanmar, and Guatemala. Guests can also take a piece of the experience home with a curated selection of Sarnies merchandise and packaged coffee, available exclusively during the pop-up period. The Sarnies Pop-Up Store at The Lounge is open daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, from November 1, 2025, through April 30, 2026 — an unmissable celebration of coffee artistry at one of Bangkok’s most refined addresses.