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PLAY TIME Bangkok’s best bars for live music

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Managing Director Andrew Hiransomboon Editor in Chief / Product Director Grégoire Glachant Managing Editor Oliver Irvine Deputy Editor Carl Dixon Features Associate Monruedee Jansuttipan Senior Staff Writer Lily Kittisrikangwan Staff Writers Natcha Sanguankiattichai, Bonnie Sananvatananont Branded Content Associate Sureepak Janyapat Content Coordinator Nontaya Kumyat Junior Writers Theerada Moonsiri, Earn Saenmuk, Choltanutkun Tun-atiruj Art Director Dith Chang Production Supervisor Komkrit Klinkaeo Deputy Art Director Panita Thiraphapong Senior Graphic Designer Chantich Kongchanmitkul Graphic Designers Peeraya Sirathanisa Junior Graphic Designers Wariya Whangwaewklang, Parida Ritthiron Content Designer Saranya Laowtrakul

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A checklist of BK Magazine’s most important discoveries this week.

You’ll be able to build tall buildings in the Old Town The BMA has discreetly announced a plan to pay landowners for not using their land to its fully permittable building potential. Not only will landowners have the option of swapping development rights for tax breaks or other incentives, but they’ll be able to sell those rights to a neighboring developer, allowing that developer to exceed what would normally be allowed on their plot alone.

In short: lower taxes for people living in single houses in pricey parts of town and new ways to infringe on the building codes.

Popscene is back!

Up until the end of 2014, Popscene was one of Bangkok’s busiest indie concert promoters, bringing us gigs from cult acts like Iceage, Thee Oh Sees and !!!. Now the guy behind it, Matt Smith (formerly known as Jimmy Livewire, frontman of The Standards), is back from a stint at barber school promising a new run of shows. Popscene returns with the visit of LA-based singer Haroula Rose on Sep 9 at Whiteline, complete with Britpop and ‘60s rock after party.

Someone from Alinea is coming Alinea could well be the best restaurant in the world. It’s definitely one of the most innovative, with dishes that can be veritable sculptures and a breadth of flavors that must be in the hundreds for a single meal. Now the owners of Thonglor’s highend cocktail bar Rabbit Hole say they’re bringing in a chef from the Chicago institution to open a fine-dining venue. But first, the chef will debut with some “extraordinary” bar snacks at Rabbit Hole. Stay tuned.

Taper is closing It seems that not opening your restaurant for dinner might not be such a genius idea after all. Taper, the lunch-only place that opened in Thonglor Soi 13 at the start of 2015, was a challenge to describe. Even as a brunch venue, the fusion recipes and dark shop-house made it a tough sell. There was plenty of talent in that kitchen, though, so we hope their next move is a bit less confusing.

Thai indie films are taking over international screens Premiering at Venice International Film Festival this Aug 31, director Chai Siris’ 15-minute film 500,000 Years documents the eerie supernatural events that occur at an archeological site in Lampang where fossils were once found. The screening follows last week’s debut of Anocha Suwichakornpong’s movie Dhao Kanong: By the Time it Gets Dark at the Locarno International Film Festival in Switzerland, which follows the events of the 1976 massacre at Thammasat University. When will either film hit Thai screens, you ask? We’re not holding our breath.

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HOT OR NOT

Hot: Taiwan

Not: Shenzhen

Earlier this month, China decided to stop issuing visas on arrival to Thai tourists coming through Shenzhen. Last to hear of the news were the Thai consulate in Guangdong and Thai Embassy in Beijing. Oh, and the whole of Thailand, including the people left stranded at Shenzhen immigration. Next holiday, give the mainland a miss and head across the strait to Taiwan, which just waived visa requirements for Thais. Tai-gi!

INTERVIEW

Hot: Standup

Not: This weekend

The most exciting parties happening this weekend sound like nights at college you want to forget (see page 19). So stay in, don’t get drunk and save your money for the big upcoming comedy gigs instead. First there’s Note Udom, whose latest show happens on Sep 3-11. followed on Sep 11 by UK comic Jimmy Carr—the biggest name in comedy we’ve ever seen visit here (see page 21).

Hot: Hanging On

Not: Democracy

Days after the referendum, the current military regime was in the news saying they definitely would not set up a political party. The next day, plans were announced for a pro-coup military party backing Dear Leader for prime minister. That same evening, he was on every TV station claiming at least 15 more months of dictatorial power under Section 44. Welcome to the world of post-referendum democracy.

Hot: Pokemon in libraries

Not: Pokemon in temples

Pokemon Go is a terrifying danger to society and the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission wants it banned. That’s unless the game’s developer bends to its list of demands—one being that Pokemon shouldn’t be put anywhere near temples. Instead, they say, the game should encourage kids to visit the library—the kind of suggestion that only someone who has literally never visited a library in their life would make.

Piyasit Pattanapram, 35, is the owner of the Minizoo exotic pet shop in Chatuchak Market. He sells species from all around the world: capybara from South America, panther chameleons from Madagascar and African albino porcupines. Here, BK chats to him about this seemingly shady trade.

What did you do before starting this shop?

I used to work in sales. I actually didn’t have any experience or education working with animals. My knowledge comes from personal experiences and the internet.

Then what made you open a pet shop?

I’ve loved pets since I was a child, and have long been interested in exotic pets like iguanas and sugar gliders [a type of possum]. About seven or eight years ago I began breeding animals that cost about B2,000 or 3,000 and would keep the beautiful ones while selling the rest on Pantip to gain profit. After that I began a reptile shop here at Chatuchak, then about four years ago I turned it into an exotic pet shop.

Who are your target customers?

Most of our animals are quite highend, like raccoons or monkeys, which cost over B10,000, so we aim for people who have high incomes and really want to have this kind of pet to distinguish themselves. However, teenagers are becoming target customers as well, because they have purchasing power and are quite impulsive—we offer them things like baby squirrels.

Are there any difficulties regarding Fennec foxes and meerkats are big importation? hits. You cannot buy these animals Not really. We’re registered as a all year round, but right now is the breeding center and we’ve done meerkat season. The season for fen- everything legally. We’re licensed to nec foxes is around April. If you want trade in animals listed in the CITES to buy animals that are not in season, treaty (the Convention on Internayou have to deposit the money first tional Trade in Endangered Species to get the privilege of choosing the of Wild Fauna and Flora). Other anibest ones when they come into the mals that are not included in the list shop. Pet owners usually want to buy are also imported properly according babies but customers from zoos and to regulations. All of our animals are bred and are not taken from the forcafes usually go for adults. est. We also only trade in foreign aniDo you ever do background checks mals, which are less complicated to on customers to make sure these deal with than animals from inside animals are going to good homes? the country.

Not exactly. I might ask some people but it’s not our policy. Animals don’t Are there any checks on businesses come with a guarantee so we make like yours? sure that people are informed and Officials come to Chatuchak quite regready to buy these pets because they ularly to check if there’s any illegal cannot return them. I’m happy to help trade. With the story about tiger trafif customers have any problems tak- ficking, they might feel more eager to do their job, but they usually leave ing care of their animals. us alone because they know that Do you breed these animals? imported animal shops have licenses.

We only breed animals that are difficult to import like fennec foxes, which Do you get much online criticism? have recently been banned from Yes, of course. People have this image importation because of the issue of of mothers being killed and their Ebola in Africa. We have a facility on babies snatched away in the wild or Vibhavadi Road where we breed ani- authorities being bribed. Comments mals and keep the larger ones that usually come from foreigners who don’t actually have much knowledge don’t fit in the shop. about selling exotic animals in Thailand. Interview by Nicha Patradhilok and What are your best-selling animals?

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Going Live

The best bars to catch live music in Bangkok and the upcoming shows worth getting excited about! By BK staff

1979 Vinyl and Unknown Pleasures [Indie] Perched on the fourth floor above Black Amber Barber Shop, this tiny record store also plays host to regular lineups of rising indie acts the owners have earmarked for big things. You'll have to squeeze in, though, as capacity barely reaches 30.

4/F, Black Amber, Sukhumvit Soi 55 (Thonglor), 086606-2230. www.fb.com/1979vinyl

Adhere 13th [Jazz & blues] Just around the corner from backpacker-central Khao San Road, this live blues and jazz insitution packs out every night. Indoors can only seat about 20, so you might find yourself perched outdoors, Singha beer in hand, listening to the loud and energetic music being belted out to a crowd of old-time expats and self-styled local blues-men.

13 Samsen Rd., 089-769-4613. www.fb.com/ adhere13thbluesbar

Baan Puen [Indie] [Jazz & blues] Baan Puen lives up to its name, which literally translates to "a friend's house," by offering a folksy, toned-down alternative to Ekkamai's hi-so clubs. Expect to hear lots of Thai and international covers—plus originals—performed acoustically, along with jazz, blues and more alternative sounds.

3/F, Ekamai Mall, Ekkamai Soi 10, 061-824-1747

Bar21 [Indie] [Electronic] RCA’s former indie hot spot Cosmic Cafe is now Bar 21. The same DJ who used to play at Mustache Bar and Live RCA focuses on a new style of electronic tunes for RCA—think funky house and Berlin beats rather than the massive EDM tunes of Onyx or Route 66. There's still plenty of live music , too, from mostly underground acts.

RCA, Soi Soonvijai, 080-302-9752. www.fb.com/ bar21bkk

Brown Sugar [Jazz & blues] Open since 1985 but relocated from Langsuan Road to Phra Sumen a couple of years ago, Brown Sugar still features the same list of Western comfort food and classic cocktails, while the stage is reserved for local jazz talents like Tissue Paper and June & Mother Funky.

469 Phra Sumen Rd., 081-805-7759

Fatty’s Bar & Diner [Indie] [Rock] There’s a real sense of community at this Rama 9 dive bar. Fatty’s is a major supporter of Bangkok's independent music scene, hosting regular gigs from up-and-comers during events like the notoriously raucous annual Fatty’s Fest. Bring your preferred choice of instrument along every Tuesday night for their popular open-mic event.

The kitchen has a real way with all-American junk food, too.

598/66 Asoke Din Daeng Rd., 081-438 7221, 02-2452965. MRT Phra Ram 9. www.fb.com/fattysbardiner

Check Inn 99 [Jazz & blues] This old-school institution recently moved to the basement of Oakwood serviced apartments in Phrom Phong. Every Sunday afternoon it hosts improvised jazz featuring many wellknown artists from around Bangkok and abroad.

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Sukhumvit Soi 24, 081-735-7617. BTS Phrom Phong

Jam [Indie] [Electronic] Nestled down a residential alley off Sathorn Road, this compact bar-slash-gallery is the setting for all sorts of esoteric sounds, from drum ‘n’ bass DJs to live dub and indie-rock. On weekends, the crowd often spills out onto the road, with the party continuing long after the shutters come down.

41 Charoen Rat Soi 1, 083-5451-833. BTS Surasak. www.fb.com/jamcafebkk

Jazz Happens! [Jazz & blues] This little jazz boutique owned by Nu Vudthivichai, one of Thailand’s most prominent pianists, showcases the skills of a wide range of performers, from contestants on The Voice to students and graduates of Silpakorn Jazz Faculty. Order a bottle of Singha, some gab glaem (drinking food), and swing away.

Saxophone

Phra Athit Rd., 02-282-9934

Maggie Choo’s [Jazz & blues] [Indie] [Pop] The people behind this stunning Silom basement bar are starting to get more involved in the Bangkok underground music scene. That means that along with the regular Thursday jazz nights, the bar has been hosting a few names from the Bangkok indie scene lately. The space, as ever, is something to behold, evoking the decadence of opium or gambling dens.

Jam

Underground/F, Hotel Novotel Bangkok Fenix, Silom Rd. www.fb.com/maggiechoos

Older [Pop] [Easy listening] [Indie] This restaurant-slash-bar right next to BTS Sanam Pao has live cover bands on show from Wednesday to Friday, 8pm onwards, spanning indie pop, easy listening and indie rock. Given the nightly live band, the place looks more suited to whiskey (B2,200 for JW Black) and soda than classic cocktails, but they can definitely mix a Vieux Carre or a Boulevardier.

212/5 Phahon Yothin Rd., 087-511-4466. BTS Sanam Pao. www.fb.com/olderbangkok

Parking Toys’ Watt [Indie] [Electronic] Run by the guy formerly behind the live music institution Parking Toys, this spacious venue at the end the back of Ekkamai gets top marks for its open-air, Marrakesh-inspired bar, retro furnishings and big focus on music. It has established itself as one of the city's more eclectic live music venues thanks to live music every night (except Mon) with styles ranging from ambient and synth, folk and garage rock to acoustic.

164 Soonvijai Soi 14, 02-318-1415, 081-814-7919. www.fb.com/Wattparkingtoys

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Saxophone [Jazz & blues]

[Indie] [Rock]

One of the city’s longest-standing music institutions, Saxophone is best known for its jazzy offerings led by Koh Mr. Saxman. However, a dose of solid reggae can be had here too. Just swing by on Fri and stick around long (and late) enough for Thailand’s godfathers of reggae, T-Bone, to take to the stage (every Fri night, from midnight1:30am).

Awesome gab glaem and some of the cheapest beer in town make the beer garden here pretty irresistible. But wait, there's more: consistently good gigs week after week making it the place to go to catch local underground acts before they're famous. A ton of international indie acts have also performed here over the years.

Ladprao Soi 8, 081-173-3616, 085-146-8017, 086-8668869. MRT Phahon Yothin

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3/8 Phaya Thai Rd., 02-245-3592. BTS Victory Monument

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Smalls [Jazz & blues]

Tep Bar [Thai]

This absinthe-swilling, retro-styled Suan Phlu venue of David Jacobson, the founder of Q Bar, hosts regular Wednesday jazz evenings featuring the likes of Space Jazz Trio+1, Dan Phillips Trio and Pong Nakornchai Quartet.

This self-proclaimed "Thai culture bar" is not your average live music venue. Its soundtrack is all about classic Central luk krung music. The band here highlights ra nad (wooden xylophone), sor au (alto fiddle) and ja kae (similar to a lap guitar)—the kind of sounds you hear in traditional khon plays, only performed in an updated style.

186/3 Suanphlu Soi 1, 081-819-6808. www.fb.com/ smallsbkk

Soulbar [Funk] [Jazz & blues] Tucked in a small shop-house down in the old Talad Noi neighhborhood, this simple but tastefully turned out bar plays host to live soul and funk bands every Wed-Sat. Drinks focus on craft beers, while food trucks regularly park up out front. See its Facebook for the schedule.

945 Charoenkrung Rd., 093-220-0441. www.fb.com/ livesoulbarbangkok

Studio Lam [Thai] [World music] This bar from DJ Maft Sai, the guy behind Zudrangma Records, pairs global grooves with quality drinks. Nightly bands and DJs present what's probably the most diverse soundtrack in all of Bangkok, from Thai molam and luk thung to deep-house and African sounds. Another highlight is the ya dong, a potent form of herbal whiskey from Northeastern Thailand, that's mixed into cocktails or sold by the shot.

Sukhumvit Soi 51, 02-261-6661. BTS Thong Lo. www. fb.com/studiolambangkok

Room 69-71, Soi Nana, 098-467-2944. MRT Hua Lamphong. www.fb.com/tepbar

Whiteline [Indie] [Electronic] This renovated multi-story shop-house brings a welcome dose of live music to Silom. Aside from the live experimental sounds and DJ nights, it also hosts the occasional craft beer gathering and mini film festival. On the busiest nights, you'll also find some of the city's top food trucks parked outside.

Silom Soi 8, 087-061-1117. BTS Sala Daeng

Wine Bibber Sangria

[Rock] [Indie] [Hip-hop]

After 15 years in Thonglor, Wine Bibber Sangria now calls Ekkamai home. A far cry from its dingy original incarnation, this sleek, multi-floored bar sits somewhere between the much-missed Sonic Ekkamai and Grease (Sukhumvit Soi 49). The roster sees some 15 bands—residents and oneoffs—perform monthly. Daily happy hours, potent sake shots and an LED dance floor make for one fun night out.

Ekkamai Soi 2, 02-714-0709. BTS Ekkamai

Legendary Thai rocker "Phuea Chiwit" celebrates the 35th anniversary of his band Carabao with support from other Thai musicians. Tickets available at all 7-Elevens.

Aug 27, 6pm. Impact Arena, Muang Thong Thani, 99 Popular Rd., 02-833-4455. B800-5,000

CHVRCHES After failing to take the stage back in 2014 when they unexpectedly canceled, the Scottish synth-pop band make their Bangkok debut alongside local indie rockers Polycat, Jelly Rocket and Somkiat, as well as up and co m i n g b a n d s M o n key Business, Mirrr and 23’0. On top of that, there will be installations from visual artists Dudesweet, Eyedropper Fill and Tuna Dunn. Expect performances of Chrvches’ hit songs including “The Mother We Share” and “Leave a Trace.”

Sep 3. BITEC Bangna Hall, 88 Bang Na-Trat Rd. B1,000 from AllThaitTicket or B1,500 at the door.

SIMPLE PLAN The French-Canadian punk band, best known for '00s hits including "Shut Up," "Perfect" and "Welcome to My Life," return to Bangkok for the third time as part of

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their "Taking One For the Team" tour to promote their latest studio album.

THE GRAND SLAM LIVE BODYSLAM WITH THE ORCHESTRA

Sep 8, 8pm. Moonstar Studio, 701 Lad Phrao Soi 80 (Lad Phrao), 02-539-3881. B2,800 from Thaiticketmajor.

One of the country's most popular rock bands collaborates with Siam Sinfonietta Orchestra for a night that combines the best of rock and classical music.

PENTATONIX T h e t wo - t i m e G ra m m y Award-winning acapella group perform live as part of their world tour. Expect original songs such as "Can't Sleep Love" as well as many of their popular covers.

Sep 13, 6pm. Muang Thai GMM Live House, 8/F, CentralWorld, 999/1 Rama 1 Rd. B2,000 from Thaiticketmajor. BTS Chit Lom.

ADAM LAMBERT AND QUEEN Two members from the legendary rock band Queen, Roger Taylor and Brian May, join the ex-American Idol contestant for a collaborative world tour featuring some of the British band's greatest hits including "Bohemian Rhapsody" and "We Will Rock You" as well as Lambert's own hits including "Ghost Town" and "What Do You Want From Me?" Sep 30, 7:30pm. Impact Arena, Muang Thong Thani, 99 Popular Rd., 02-833-4455. B2,000-8,000 from Thaiticketmajor.

Oct 1-9, 7pm. Muang Thai GMM Live House, 8/F, CentralWorld, 999/1 Rama 1 Rd. B1,2003,500 from Thaiticketmajor. BTS Chit Lom.

MORRISSEY The ex-Smiths frontman takes over the Bangkok stage as part of his world tour around the US, Asia and Australia. The 57-year-old performer found global fame for his deadpan delivery and lyrics dripping with dry wit and political themes as part of the popular English rock band in the ‘80s that brought us hits like “How Soon is Now?” and “Heaven Knows I’m Miserable Now.” Oct 18. Moonstar Studio, Ladphrao Soi 80. B2,200 from Thaiticketmajor.

SCORPIONS 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR 2016 The German rock band perform live to celebrate their 50-year anniversary, and to promote their latest album, Return to Forever.

Oct 26, 8pm. BITEC, 88 Bang Na-Trat Rd., 02-749-3939. B1,2005,200. BTS Bang Na.

UPCOMING FESTIVALS AROUND THAILAND

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WONDERFRUIT

PARADISE ISLAND FESTIVAL

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The four-day festival of art, music, food and wellness, often referred to as "Thailand's version of Coachella," returns. The first wave lineup includes English drum 'n' bass group Rudimental; American house and funk DJ duo Wolf + Lamb; Radiohead guitarist Jonny Greenwood's JUNUN project featuring Shye Ben Tzur & The Rajasthan Express as well as local rock band Srirajah Rockers and emerging molam singer Rasmee Isan Soul.

Koh Samui welcomes a brand new two-day arts and music festival featuring international and local artists including De La Soul, LTJ Bukem, Goldie, Maribou State, Anchorsong and Mad Professor with more to come. Alongside the music, expect a variety of art-related workshops.

After a longer-than-usual hiatus, Museum Siam again plays host to the much-loved, musicfocused outdoor festival. The sixth edition features the usual lineup of folk and indie acts in the ampitheater, along with stalls selling crafts, CDs and music-related paraphernalia, plus plenty of food and drink.

Jan 7-8, 2017. Big Buddha Beach, Koh Samui. B2,200 from www.paradiseisland.com

Nov 19-20. Museum Siam, 4 Sanam Chai Rd., 02-2252777. Free.

Dec 15-18. The Fields at Siam Country Club, Pattaya.

B3,500-4,800 from www.wonderfruitfestival.com

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OVERCOAT MUSIC FESTIVAL One of the country’s biggest winter outdoor music festivals returns for its seventh year, promising live romantic pop music amid beautiful mountainous scenery. So far, the lineup includes 25 Hours, Lipta, Slot Machine, Big Ass, Stamp, Aof Pongsak, Boy Peacemaker and many other local favorite artists. Temperatures usually hover around 13-15 degrees Celsius by that time, making it the perfect destination for snuggling up in blankets and enjoying an evening of live music.

Dec 11. Jolly Land Starlight Ampitheater, Khaokho, Petchaburi. B1,500 from Thaiticketmajor.

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CHANTHABURI

Beach Eats

In the heart of Chanthaburi’s increasingly popular old community, Chantabun, lies the new riverside restaurant and guesthouse Samrab Chan (039-460-359). Nestled in the crumbling old house on whose wall is painted the town’s Cuban-style “Floridita” mural, right opposite the grand Maephra Patisonti Niramon Catholic Church, Samrab Chan delivers Chanthaburi favorites including pad Thai sen chan (stir-fried noodle, B75) and moo chamuang (pork curry with garcinia cowa leaves, B120) as well as gai pad krawan (stirfried chicken with cardamom and herbs, B120). The second floor is home to the accommodation, including the master bedroom which looks out over the church and the river.

Room rates start at B800.

HUA HIN

Dark Times Hua Hin’s latest restaurant comes in the form of a giant black Thai pavilion right beside the beach serving Thai-Western fusion. Baan Dum (089919-9276, www.fb.com/Baandum) lures people away from other hot new Hua Hin openings like Seen Space and Khao Takiab thanks to a vast lawn complete with laidback seating overlooking the water and live jazz music. Dishes here relate to the color of the house—black. That means squid-ink aplenty in dishes like pla muek khai pad nam pla (fried-egg squid marinated with fish sauce, B250) and Pizza Baan Dum (squid ink dough topped with seafood, B280). They also serve fresh seafood starting from B800-900 per kilogram. Save room for their dessert like black sesame cake (B65 per piece, B100 for two pieces) and chao guay (black jelly smoothie topped with red sugar, B60).

AIRLINES

Flying High Thai Lion Air (lionairthai.com) is proving a fierce contender in the low-cost airline game.

They recently launched a new route from Bangkok to Yangon starting from as low as B1,865 for a round-trip. Travelers also get a whopping 30kg baggage allowance for international flights between Bangkok and Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta and Yangon.

There's good news if you’re traveling domestically, too: up until Sep 30 you can get tickets to Hat Yai, Krabi, Surat Thani, Phuket and Nakhon Si Thammarat starting from B625 per flight. Also check out the Lion Holiday packages at goo.gl/u7hn0k for three-day-twonight stays with tickets starting as low as B4,200.

JAPAN

Fit for a Prince In very downtown Tokyo, The Prince Gallery Tokyo Kioicho (goo.gl/2nSE8U) is a kaleidoscopic blend of colors on the 30th-36th floors of a new mixed-use building. Part of Starwood’s Luxury Collection hotel portfolio, it features 250 guestrooms including 11 suites, some with bathtubs poised over incredible views of the Tokyo skyline. If the hotel’s four bars and restaurants don’t take your fancy, head downstairs to next door’s La Maison Kloi, a French bistro which sits inside the newly refurbished Akasaka Prince Classic House, the 1930s Western-style former palace of the last crown prince of Korea. Room rates start at 42,500 yen (B14,519).

Advertise in our free guide to the best new openings in Phuket, Chiang Mai, Krabi, Samui and more. Coming this September 2016. sales@asia-city.co.th

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Spiceroads

Wild Encounter

Adventure Time Five amazing outdoor adventures around Bangkok.

Ride a bicycle all the way to Ayutthaya

Go whale-watching in Petchaburi

Escape the city with a day-long bike tour with Spice Roads, who challenge bikers on a 75km route from Bangkok to Ayutthaya that promises a smooth ride along the back roads. The tour starts in Bangkok and ends in Ayutthaya’s Wat Chaiwattanaram, a UNESCO World Heritage site, while passing through canals, villages and paddy fields. The tour costs B3,950/head, with bikes included.

It may come as a surprise to you but Bang Tabun offers one of Southeast Asia’s top whale-watching experiences— and August is the best time of the year for it. Just make sure you choose an ethical whale-watching company.

Check out Wild Encounter Thailand, founded by cetologist Jirayu Ekkul, who operates whale-watching trips every week just a 45-minute drive away from Bangkok. Each one costs B2,300 per person (or B1,900 for women during August). From the pier, you’ll head out on a whalewatching vessel into the upper gulf of Thailand—popular territory for the majestic Bryde’s whale.

Spiceroads, www.spiceroads.com/tours/road_biking_ayutthaya

Explore the mangroves in Samut Sakhom

District 13

Back in June, the governor of Samut Sakhon Manrat Ratanasukhon led a campaign to plant 770 mangrove trees to celebrate His Majesty the King’s 70th anniversary on the throne, adding to the already massive 1,600-acre mangrove area now at Ao Mahachai mangrove forest. The research area offers a nature trail around the Tha Chin River where travelers can spend the day exploring a well-constructed bamboo path that takes you deep into nature. Those feeling a bit more adventurous can make a weekend out of it by camping out at the on-site camp grounds.

Ao Mahachai Mangrove Forest Natural Education Center, Bang Ya Praek, Samut Sakhon, 080-459-3164

Live life on the fast lane in Sa Kaeo Province Designed by world mountain bike champion Claudio Caluori, this BMX track is located in the only bicyclethemed hotel in the country and features a series of smooth asphalt bumps which simulate riding downhill. The track is open to the public and entirely free to use for those who bring their own bike, while rentals are available for B200/ hour including a helmet. It’s not just reserved for bike riders, either: skateboarders, rollerbladers and other extreme sports get to have a go, too.

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Wild Encounter Thailand, 091-105-1778. www.fb.com/WildEncounterThailand

Relive the Hunger Games in Nonthaburi This little war zone littered with haystacks, targets and obstacles invites friends and families to have an active day out with an afternoon of archery. At District 13, you’re divided into two teams and the aim is simple: shoot everyone on the opposing team. There’s also a separate range, where you’ll be taught some basic archery and can hone your shooting skills before entering the arena. It’s all safe as well—arrows are rubber-tipped to ensure no one gets hurt. Day packages cost B350 on Wed-Fri and B450 on weekends, with discounts for students and members.

Booking by the hour is B190 per person. All prices include equipment and basic training.

District 13, 69/399 Srisaman Rd., 083-084-2850. www.fb.com/district13archery

Velo Hotel & BMX Track, 8 Thetsaban 10 Road, Sa Kaeo.

037 231458-9. www.fb.com/velohotel

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Wild Ride Bikers, rejoice: Life and Kustom has opened a new shop on Phra Sumen Road, next to its sister restaurant, Life and Kuisine. Both a showroom for beautiful big bikes (brands like Ducati and Harley-Davidson) and a riders’ accessories emporium, it houses some seriously cool statement pieces. Check out helmets like the Ruby Belvedere Atlas, which is perfectly finished carbon fiber and references retro design with its rich burgundy leather interior. Yours for B50,500. Further down the pay-scale, you can get visor-less fullface helmets from Biltwell at B8,800, and goggles from the same brand from B1,800. They sell online, too. 589 Phra Sumen Rd., 02-320-0033. Open TueFri 10am-7pm; Sat 8am-7pm; Sun 8am-5pm. www. fb.com/LifeAndKustom, www.lifeandkustom.com

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Want to know just how unfit you really are? Head to the BASE Bangkok, where they’ll scare you into action with a data-driven assessment of your fitness levels and body composition (fat vs muscle). Trainers will then create a program tailored especially for you, focusing on HIIT (high-intensity interval training) and strength-based workouts, along with a nutrition regimen.

Go once for a personal training session and they’ll charge you B2,400 (down to B1,920 with the opening 20-percent discount), but they also have private group sessions (max 8 people) from B2,500/session/group or 40-60-minute group class workouts from B400/session. 772/208 Noble Remix, Sukhumvit Soi 36, 083-838-5810. Open Mon-Thu 6:30am-9pm; Fri 6:30am-7pm; Sat 8am-5pm; Sun 10am-5pm. www.basebangkok.com

With The Unknownmaker’s customizable silver jewelry, you can make a (kind of) bold punk statement that won’t get you fired.

Their gothic alphabet rings for guys and girls come in moody gothic fonts played out in 92.5-percent silver with a lovely burnished finish. The guys’ models measure around 1.8cm and cost B2,650, while the women’s 1.3cm models are B2,250. They also do a line of bangles—chunky, steampunk looking things decorated with the brand’s horseshoe logo and available in two sizes (both B7,450). Look out for new items like earrings and bracelets soon. They’re not in any stores yet, so you’ll have to head to Facebook if you want to buy. www.fb.com/theunknownmaker, www.theunknownmaker.com

Every home cook needs at least one great cooking knife. Cutboy is your answer. The brand has been selling its high-quality handmade Japanese knives to Bangkok’s chef community (think Gaggan, Nahm, Bo.lan, Quince) for a few years now, but has just opened a proper showroom. Whether you like your knife heavy or feather light, wide or narrow blade, you’re sure to find something you like. Check out the Gyuto 210mm knife (B6,000) or Takamura R2 Set with Petty 130mm (B10,000). Owner Akarapong Cheewaphanyaroj will happily guide you through more than 50 knives (from B3,600) and help you select the right one for your needs.

Accessories like leather bags and sharpening stones are available in store, along with a maintenance service. 33 Sukhumvit Soi 38, 081-621-9723. Open Tue-Sun 10am-8pm. ow.ly/9OvW3035Jer

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The 2016 Design Excellence Awards (DEMark) are finally out, featuring 67 winners who have now gone on to join the Good Design Awards in Tokyo.

Here are our top picks. By Earn Saenmuk

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Designer: Dhananadee Art Ceramic Co., Ltd Get it at: Yet to launch. Check www.fb.com/Dhanabadee for updates.

Why it's special: These ceramic coasters not only look cool on your coffee table, but their leaf pattern actually helps absorb water droplets from your glass. No more getting annoyed at your glass sticking to the coaster—we like.

Designer: Sirikarn Jirajbhaskornkul Get it at: www.fb.com/SaprangCraftJewelry, IG: @saprang_craftjewellery, B1,500 Why it's special: These classy tea strainers let you carry your loose leaf tea anywhere even without the pot. It also has a lid to save you from spilling tea leaves everywhere. Your tea time just got 100 times fancier.

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Designer: Apiwat Chitapanya Get it at: Launching at Bangkok International Gift Fair and Bangkok International Houseware Fair 2016 (BIG+BIH) in October. Check www.fb.com/prob2decor for updates.

Why it's special: Looking a little like something that belongs in the Addams Family home, this extremely detailed side table is made of black stainless steel carefully welded together to resemble real feathers.

Designer: Subhadanai Subhapholsiri Get it at: www.fb.com/journotebook or Think Space B2S (Central Festival Eastville), Be Trend (Siam Paragon), B360 (A6) or B480 (A5) Why it's special: The pages are stone paper (water- and grease-resistant, almost tear-proof) while the cover, made of nylon, has small pockets to store small items so they are safe from water damage.

Many-go-Round Layer Collection Designer: Many Many Co., Ltd. Get it at: www.fb.com/manygoround, B1,990 Why it's special: The idea came from plastic trays used in industrial freezers, which are narrow and stackable. Made from wood-plastic composites, the product is eco-friendly and can be used as a serving tray, a storage box and a table—cool, useful and perfect for Bangkok's cramped condos.

Let's Plant Postcard Designer: Weerapon Wongtawan Get it at: www.lukyang.com and ODS Store (Siam Discovery), B100 Why it's special: Let’s Plant postcards not only feature pictures of delicious Thai dishes, but they also come with a QR code which reveals the recipe and a video on how to cook it, as well as a small pouch filled with the required vegetable seeds.

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Holder Folder #A4 Designer: Teerapol Akaratiwa and Warunya Nuntasunti Get it at: www.fb.com/LeastStudio or ODS Store (Siam Discovery), B1,490 Why it's special: Yes, you are looking at a cutting mat. The designers wanted to see how such a tool would operate outside the office, so they created this cool folder made from natural rubber—it is cutproof, soft to the touch and stylish. Very cool.

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Designer: Pongpol Yodmuangcharoen Get it at: www.toughandtumble.com, B790 (or B990 customized) Why it's special: It lets you style your hair without it looking too stiff. The Barcode features an inconsistent comb teeth pattern that’s customized according to an individual’s birth date, which its creators say provides a much more natural hairstyle than a regular comb.

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Crowded Kitchen Returning for the fifth time, So Sofitel’s annual So Amazing Chefs gathers 16 pedigreed chefs for collaborative dinners this Nov 11-18. The event is led by resident chef Paul Smart, who’s joined by returning chefs like Herve Rodriguez from Masa in Paris and Stephane Bonnat of chocolaterie Bonnat in Voiron, France. New faces include Paul Liebrandt, formerly of the two-Michelin-starred Corton in New York; Thierry Drapeau of Thierry Drapeau Logis de Chabotterie in France; and Jean-Baptiste Natali of Natali in France.

On top of seven dinners and two weekend brunches, the week-long event also includes six cooking classes and workshops like cheese tastings. 2 Sathorn Rd., 02-6240000. MRT Lumphini. www.sofitel-so-bangkok.com

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At Choi Choi, chef-owner Doo Hyeok Choi serves up crispy Korean-style fried chicken. Combining his food-industry-family background with his experience in Korean restaurant kitchens, he developed his own recipes for the fried chicken (from B119) and accompanying sauces. On top of other familiar finds like kimchi soup (B215) and bibimbap (mixed rice, B205), you should try the sister bibim guksu (mixed noodles, B195), served cold with a house-made, gochujang-based sauce, as well as the crispy-crust ttokochi (fried rice cake with sweet and sour sauce, B35). Side dishes like kimchi, stir-fried potatoes and pickles are made in-house and refillable. Stay tuned for more items, including bingsu (Korean-style shaved ice) and soju cocktails. 2/F, Habito, Sukhumvit 77, 095-326-8055. Open daily 11am-10pm.

Chef Alessandro Boglione runs Al Castello, a restaurant in Italy’s Piedmont region which has kept hold of a Michelin star for the past six years thanks to its contemporary take on Piedmont-Mediterranean cuisine that says no to butter and only uses olive oil instead. He’ll be in Bangkok to cook at Sukhumvit’s Enoteca Italiana from Sep 14-17. We’ve seen the five-course menu and can tell you it goes big on red meats, game and truffle, while there’s also a full seafood-only version. Both cost B3,500 or B5,000 with wine pairing. If you don’t know Enoteca, then you should. It sits tucked down Sukhumvit Soi 27 and has been dishing out some of the most ambitious yet still comforting Italian food in Bangkok since 2004. 39 Sukhumvit Soi 27, 02-258-4386. Open daily 6pm-midnight. BTS Asoke / MRT Sukhumvit

After its Bangkok debut at the end of last year, the Phuket-hailing salad joint we love for its generous portions now has a second location. The new Farmfactory at Sathorn Square provides the same fresh salad options in a bigger, trendier space, starting from as early as 8am. Pick from one of the pre-designed choices (from B135), which you can customize, or make your own bowl from scratch (starting B119). Try the Magic Bowl (B155 for regular size) which mixes greens with red onion, pepper, spicy quinoa, sundried tomato, black olives, almond slices, roast chicken and a zesty viniagrette dressing. Fresh cold-pressed juices are also available at B125. G/F, Sathorn Square, Sathorn Rd., 093-279-2796. Open daily 8am-8pm. BTS Chong Nonsi

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Kinkao Traditional Thai comfort food with a Southern slant.

The buzz: The people behind top Bangkok restaurants like Naj, The Local and Crab and Claw have ventured a bit out of town to open this new restaurant at Central Eastville. Here, things are a lot more casual than at the sister Thai restaurants, but they certainly don’t compromise on quality and flavors.

The decor: Not much different to your typical mall restaurant, but welcoming all the same. To represent the food, they blend some everyday Thai elements into the decor: one wall shines with silver in patterns taken from traditional metal water bowls, while another features colorful hand fans. Food is served in the type of nostalgic enamel plates and bowls you'd find at your grandma’s place.

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The food and drinks: The owners have gone back to their roots with traditional Thai comfort food, sourcing the best possible ingredients from all over the country as well as making as many things possible from scratch. Recipes are drawn from the owners’ Eastern-hailing father and Southern mother, as well as some rare ancient cookbook finds. Highlights span Southern-style yellow curry with coconut shoot (B250), crab curry (B380) and stewed pork belly (B290) as well as the flavorful pla tapian tom kem (B380), a family recipe in which they simmer java barb for 15 hours until you can actually chew all the bones. Other fish dishes depend on the daily catch from the Andaman Sea, such as pla sam rod (deep-fried fish

with sweet and sour sauce) and deep-fried fish with tamarind sauce (both B380). You can also find some of The Local’s favorites here, like the Rama V recipe gaeng ranjuan (shrimp paste soup, B200-220).

Why you should care: It’s like eating The Local-quality food in a more casual setting, even if you might have to travel a bit further for it.

G/F, Central Eastville, Praditmanoontham Rd., 02-553-6185. Open daily 11am-9:30pm. www.fb.com/kinkaobkk

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TABLE TALK Kiki Made

Over The Moon

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Freshly Baked Toast Company (G/F, Central Eastville, Praditmanoontham Rd., 088-499-7971) rolls out savory and sweet dishes all centered around baked dough. The on-site bakery preps fresh-daily treats like milk bread (B60 for a small loaf), sweet potato bread (B80 for a small loaf) and Earl Grey bread, which features in the indulgent The Earl of Grey (Earl Grey toast with vanilla ice cream and Earl Grey custard, B260). Other sweet picks include the Apple Bomb (B320)—a bread roll stuffed with a whole apple and cinnamon, served with custard sauce—along with "gashing" cheese tart (B80) and smoothies like banana cinnamon (B125), all dolled up like a freakshake with crumble and lots of cream. On the savory side, try the black Angus steak sandwich (B750) or smoked salmon open-face sandwich (B135).

Take a Bowl This Asian fusion restaurant takes over the daytime hours of Dark Bar’s all-white sister party venue Lightroom. Korean chefowner Miki Kim drew on her home-cooking background and

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well-traveled past to start Kiki Made (2/F, Ekamai Mall, Sukhumvit Soi 63. www.fb.com/kikimademunchies) as a pop-up stall at events like Wonderfruit and Made by Legacy. Her offerings include hearty bowls of Soboro chicken nachos (Japanese-style stir-fried chicken with tomato salsa, yogurt and Thai-style seafood sauce, B250), house-cured kimchi pork rice (B250) and the vegetarian-friendly Korean eggplant rice (B250).

Fly Me to the Moon Tucked in a sub-street across from Bowonniwet temple, this small ice cream shop is the latest addition to Phra Sumen Road’s cafe scene. Over the Moon (365/20 Phra Sumen Rd., 087-673-6349) started life about two years ago as a market pop-up and pre-packaged ice cream service before finally opening this first shop. On top of classics like chocolate and vanilla, playful flavors include Three Kings (mango, passion fruit and dragon fruit), brown sugar with rum, and ginger citrus (ginger, lime and orange). A scoop starts at B59 while they also have sundaes (B99) and ice cream floats (from B69).

The 20-seater Little Bao in Hong Kong is always packed out.

But now it's branched out for the first time with a considerably bigger American-style diner in Bangkok. Drawing on her American upbringing, chef May Chow offers a playful, fast food-inspired take on traditional Chinese fare. Beyond appetizers like lamb tartare with tofu skin chips (B360) and salted-yolk orange chicken (B220), the bao burgers are the real star here, stuffed with fillings like pork belly, crispy Sichuan chicken, fish tempura and shiitake tempeh (B240 each). Also don’t miss the ice-cream bao (B120), which feature Guss Damn Good’s creamy flavors sandwiched between golden fried buns.

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JACK DANIEL’S DINNER

17TH WORLD GOURMET FESTIVAL

This Aug 21, Beervana teams up with Heath Farms, Sloane’s and FisherFolk at Sheepshank to serve quality local meats and cheeses along with beer samples, including Kagua on draft.

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Baa Ga Din hosts a Jack Daniel’s whiskey pairing dinner this Aug 25. Price TBA.

Anantara Siam gathers nine international chefs for the 17th World Gourmet Festival this Sep 19-25. Lineup includes Shinji Kanesaka of Shinji by Kanesaka in Singapore, Hideaki Sato of Ta Vie in Hong Kong, Ana Ros of Hiša Franko in Slovenia and Mauro Colagreco of Mirazur in France. Prices start from B5,000.

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PRAIRIE TAP TAKEOVER & RARE BOTTLE RELEASE This Sep 22, beers from US Prairie Artisan Ales are available both on tap and as bottles at Mikkeller. The Tulsa, Oklahoma brewer is known for unique beers made with exotic ingredients like cacao, vanilla and chili.

Sway offers a deal as many chicken wings and as much Tiger or Heineken draft beer as you want at B499 this Aug 28 from 6pm.

Sway, Arena 10, Thonglor Soi 10, 02-7116052

GLENMORANGIE WHISKEY DINNER

26 Ekkamai Soi 10 Yaek 2, 02-381-9891

This Sep 2, Bai Yun presents a fivecourse Chinese dinner with Glenmorangie whiskey pairing. Price TBA.

PIZZA MASSILIA

Banyan Tree, 21/100 Sathorn Rd., 02-6791200

This Aug 25 from 3pm, chef Luca Appino throws a pizza masterclass at Pizza Massilia. Free admission. Book through www.fb.com/pizzamassiliaruam.

15/1 Soi Ruam Rudee, 02-651-5091. BTS Phloen Chit

La Vie

CHEF BRUNO OGER AT LA VIE Chef Bruno Oger of the two-Michelin-star La Villa Archange in Cannes visits La Vie French restaurant at Vie Hotel on Sep 28-Oct 1. His set dinners are priced at B6,000-8,000.

11/F, Vie Hotel, 117/39-40 Phaya Thai Rd., 02-309-3939

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Bunker may be familiar to fans of Eat Me (7th in Top Tables 2016). Both were designed by Kelly Wheatley; and Eat Me’s chef, Tim Butler, is one of Bunker’s backers. The kitchen, though, is helmed by Arnold Marcella, formerly head of The Elm in New York City and a protege of two-Michelinstar chef Paul Liebrandt. It was the hottest place in town when it opened back in March, and Bunker still feels like the right place to be. There are magazine editors, designers, people you recognize from fashion pages. But while at Eat Me they pack the tables so close together you’re bumping elbows with the diners next to you, here there’s an intimate spaciousness conjured by the brutalist concrete building’s many angles and alcoves, spread across three levels which all roll into one another. A palette of mustard and marine softens the whole thing, while slabs of brilliantly polished stone and copper-toned

FOUR GOURMET EVENINGS From Sep 14-17, chef Alessandro Boglione from one-Michelin-starred Al Castello in Italy visits Enoteca Italiana and rolls out a five-course dinner at B3,500 (an extra B1,500 for wine pairing).

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as the sate ayam (chicken satay, B100/5 skewers). These plump skewers are slightly different to the Thai street treats, though, carrying an extra smoky flavor and coming smothered in a thicker peanut sauce.

Adventurous souls can add a dollop of chili sambal for an extra, delicious hit.

Some of the curries are reminiscent of Southern Thai flavors, too, such as the nasi ayam padang (B180), a quarter chicken in a yellow, turmeric-laden coconut curry. The standout beef rendang (B250) features chunks of fall-apart meat in a thick brown stew of coconut milk, star anise, cardamom and other spices. We also rate the pepe ikan (steamed fish wrapped in banana leaf and then grilled, B200), which is like a saltier, spicier hor mok with lovely, flaky fish. The back page of the menu is dedicated to Indonesian beverages, most of which can easily double as dessert, from the es kopi alpukat (avocado coffee shake, B120) to the es teler (avocado, jackfruit and other fruits in coconut milk, B90)—just beware, things get pretty sweet. With plenty to offer halal eaters and vegetarians (try the crisp and spicy perkedel jagung [corn fritters], B90), and more-than-affordable prices, Rasa Khas’ menu is one worthy of repeat excursions.

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B angkok is home to an everdiversifying number of cuisines, but Southeast Asian restaurants remain inexplicably rare. First opened in 2013, Rasa Khas has built a steady following as the city’s best bet for a legit Indonesian meal. Earlier this year, it alarmed its fans by upping sticks from its Balinese bungalowinspired dwelling on Sukhumvit Soi 23, only to resurface again deep down Soi 22. Though not as exotic, the new shop-house home is no barebones affair, striking a pleasingly intimate mood through a combination of spare l i g h t i n g , g o rg e o u s p a t te r n e d wallpaper and a few bamboo and rattan touches. The thick menu spotlights heady dishes which make liberal use of spices shipped from Java.

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mirrors give it a luxurious edge. It feels special, which it should, because dinner here won’t be cheap. A meal for two that comes in at under B6,000 will be one of cautious ordering rather than happy abandon. The small plates are priced from B350 - 900, but Marcella’s food justifies it—fresh, simple, well-executed, original yet devoid of gimmicks. A salad of roasted baby carrots (B350) is packed with intriguing flavors and textures like yuzu cream and dumplings of basil and ricotta cheese; a veal agnolotti pasta (B450/900) is lifted by the mildly rich earthiness of sweetbread; a plate of beef tongue and snails (B425) is a delicate arrangement of chewy proteins spiked with garlic.

Then there’s the wagyu short rib, which really is as good as you might have heard—a sticky, dense, smoky full-fat chunk of slow-cooked meat deserving of the word “marbled.” Get it to share and the B2,300 price tag will be as easy to swallow as those seven 1.5-inch-thick, melt-in-yourmouth slices of beef. Errors? None, really. Instead of bread you get these crisp things that aren’t as good as bread. Or crisps. But beyond that we’re struggling. Service is attentive and unintrusive, and the quality cocktail list is devised by Diageo World Class 2015 finalist Natakorn Changrew (try the Bourbon Maple Sour, B360).

Dining at Bunker isn’t just fashionable; it’s properly good.

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SAT Frat Party Reminisce over those college days by heading to Game Over'S (Liberty Plaza, Sukhumvit Soi 55) massive Games Night this Aug 20.

Beer pong, Jenga, arcade games, Wii—you name it. Oh and most likely a massive hangover, just like the good old days, as there’s free-flow beer throughout the night. Send Game Over a Facebook message to get your ticket for B500 or B650 at the door.

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WED French Flair French music producer and DJ LeMarquis brings his Gallic mix of bass and future beats to Live RCA (RCA, Rama 9 Rd.) this Aug 24. Influenced by names like Kaytranada, Flume and SBTRKT, he’ll be spinning hits like “Bruise,” “Radar” and “Thoughts,” along with plenty of ‘90s remixes. Tickets are B250-350 from Ticketmelon.

On Aug 20, 16 speakers from multiple fields take the stage of KBank Siam Pic-Ganesha Theater (7/F, Siam Square One) for the second ever TEDx Bangkok.

Highlight names include the upand-coming blues and soul singer Rasmee Wayrana, the founder of Bangkok Swing Chaiyapong Nawiroj and movie director Nawapol Thamrongrattanarit. TED is a multidisciplinary conference where people from all walks of life are invited to give short, inspiring talks under the theme of "ideas worth spreading." For those who didn’t manage to snag a ticket, follow the live stream at tedxbangkok.net.

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This Aug 20, DJs Arin, Luck-E, Tommy Nori and Rory BreakerMorant return for the monthly Dope as Funk party, which always pulls a crowd. Taking place at Whiteline (Silom Soi 8), expect plenty of old-school tunes in the main room while Tek Harrington and Karl Andy perform after-hours in the socalled “grind” room. Entrance is B300 including one drink.

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LIVE MUSIC DOPE AS FUNK - LET'S TAKE IT BACK TO THE OLD SCHOOL!

The party crew returns for its monthly edition, this time presenting DJs Arin, Luck-E, Tommy Nori and Rory Breaker-Morant who will spin oldschool tunes in the main room while Tek Harrington and Karl Andy perform in the after-hours grind room.

Aug 20, 10pm. Whiteline, Silom Soi 8, 087-061-1117. B300 (includes one drink). BTS Chong Nonsi.

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DIZZLE THE DJ

Mischa "Dizzle" Furbers spins hiphop, reggae, mellow lounge and bass music. Aug 20, 10:30pm.

Smalls, 186/3 Suanphlu Soi 1, 095-585-1398. Free.

Sebastien Leger

MUSTACHE BALLOON ROOM VOL.1

The debut of the new monthly event at this hidden nightclub aims to fill the whole dancefloor with balloons. Sammy Nai and Dee Iris take over the decks. Aug 24, 9pm.

Mustache Bar, 544/5 Ratchadaphisek Soi 7, 081-844-7080. Free.

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DUB TO THE FUTURE

Filipino DJ Kristian Hernandez performs an eclectic set at Phra Khanong's cool, hidden bar. Aug 19, 7pm. GOJA Gallery Café, 5/2 Soi Pridi Banomyong 3, 085-848-7576.

Free. BTS Phra Khanong.

DJs Woken and K9 play reggae/dub with special guests Jonathan and Calvin, a new Thai dub duo who play "chillstep" through to drum 'n' bass on live drums and analog machines. Aug 20, 8pm. Jam, 41 Charoen Rat Soi 1, 083-5451-833.

B200 (includes one drink). BTS Surasak.

SEBASTIEN LEGER

The French music producer, DJ and record label owner known for his remixes for artists like Justin Timberlake and Kylie Minogue, as well as countless Beatport top 100 hits, plays Bangkok. Aug 19, 8pm. Live RCA Bangkok, RCA, Rama 9 Rd., 098-974-6974. B300-500 includes one drink before 10PM. BASA BONGO #2 : CUMBIA CALYPSO CHICHA KASEKO COLADEIRA AFRO

RED ZONE WITH NAYLA (BANOFFEE PIES RECORDS, UK)

This Oxford-based DJ and producer will spin hip-hop alongside funk, disco, house, jazz and more. Aug 20, 9pm. Studio Lam, Sukhumvit Soi 51, 02-261-6661. B100-200. BTS Thong Lo. KONTRABAND

DJ Dangdut Banget from Zudrangma Records plays his favorite tropical records from the '60s, '70s, and 80s including sounds from the Peruvian Amazon to the islands of Cape Verde. Aug 19, 9pm. Studio Lam, Sukhumvit Soi 51, 02-2616661. B200. BTS Thong Lo.

DJs DeLorean, DJ Azek and Will play drum 'n' bass, UK grime and footwork in this farewell party to DJ Stuart Nombluez. Aug 20, 9pm.

Dark Bar, 2/F, Ekamai Mall, Ekkamai Soi 10, 092-446-6298. B200 (includes one Absolut vodka shot).

GLOW PRESENTS KIMBALL COLLINS & ELLIE

Trance Music Lovers in Thailand present the Dutch trance producer for a 2-hour live show. Aug 20, 9pm. Live RCA Bangkok, RCA, Rama 9 Rd., 098-974-6974. B500650 (includes one drink).

One of the first American DJs to play at the prestigious Ministry of Sound in London teams up with one of the most talented young artists on the Bangkok scene to spin deep tech, minimal and techno at Asoke's long-standing nightclub. Aug 19, 9pm. Glow, 96/4-5 Sukhumvit Soi 23, 086-614-3355.

B250 (includes one drink). MRT Sukhumvit.

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GLOW PRESENTS MAAYAN NIDAM [PERLON / WOLF+LAMB, IL]

One of the world's leading techno ladies, known for her use of analog technology, plays in Asia for the first time with support by Bangkok's DOTT and Triston Kino. Aug 20, 10pm. Glow, 96/4-5 Sukhumvit Soi 23, 086-614-3355. B350 (includes one drink). MRT Sukhumvit.

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LEMARQUIS AT LIVE RCA

This French music producer plays a smooth mix of bass and future beats, including remixes of Whitney Houston, Indeep and Ludacris.

Aug 24, 9pm. Live RCA Bangkok, RCA, Rama 9 Rd., 098-974-6974.

B250-350.

DJ PRESERVATION (USA) MON DIEU MUSIC

The New Jersey-based DJ/music producer, who worked on the HBO program Russel Simmons Presents Def Poetry , spins at Thonglor's cool, artsy spot. Aug 26, 9pm.

Studio Lam, Sukhumvit Soi 51, 02-261-6661. B300. BTS Thong Lo. SO POOL PARTY AT THE WATER CLUB

Party by the pool on the 10/F with special guest DJs all afternoon, followed by the Last Saturday Night party with views of Lumpini Park at night time. Aug 27, 1pm. Sofitel So Bangkok, 2 Sathorn Rd., 02-624-0000. B500 (includes one drink). MRT Lumphini.

UNST PRESENTS: MANUEL FISCHER

Taking over the bar every last Saturday of the month, this party collective's debut show features the Swiss DJ who writes music on synthesizers and drum machines supported by DOTT, Ellie, and Sarayu. Aug 27, 9pm. Dark Bar, 2/F, Ekamai Mall, Ekkamai Soi 10, 092-446-6298. B200.

SWINGIN' IN THE RAIN FEAT. BANGKOK SWING

Chinatown's artsy project space/ event venue teams up with the people from Bangkok Swing for a rooftop swing dance night. Aug 28, 4pm. Cho Why, 17 Soi Nana, Charoenkrung Rd. Free. MRT Hua Lamphong.

Lowdowns

gigs CU*T CLUB - WITH WASABI BYTES

The Bangkok-based electronic band perform a mix of moody synths, '60s sleaze, dark electronica and dirty basslines. Aug 20, 8pm. Rod Fai Market (Ratchada), parking lot of Esplanade Complex, 99 Ratchadaphisek Rd., 02-591-3777. Free.

SHANE PALKO LIVE!

The US alternative acoustic/folk musician stops by Bangkok in support of his new record, Seventh Story . Aug 24, 8pm. Fatty's Bar & Diner, 598/66 Asoke Din Daeng Rd., 081-438 7221, 02-245-2965. Free.

THE LOWDOWNS

The Bangkok-based funk, groove and soul trio perform live with support from DJs Maft Sai and Funky Pump. Aug 24, 9:30pm. Studio Lam, Sukhumvit Soi 51, 02-261-6661. B200. BTS Thong Lo. GREASY CAFE

The popular pop singer known for hits like "Fuen" and "Sing Lhao Nee" performs live. Aug 24, 11:30pm. Parking Toys, 17/22 Ram Indra Soi 14, 02-9072228. B350.

TRASHER X SHARK " INTO THE WILD "

Trasher throws an animal-themed party encouraging you to release your wildest instincts with hot, spicy tunes ranging from Britney Spears to Destiny's Child. Aug 27, 8pm. Voice Space, BBD Building, 197 Viphavadi Rangsit Rd., 02-261-3883. B350 (includes one drink).

GIRL IN JAZZ WITH KRITTIYA IMCHIT

The 4th edition of the community mall's weekly jazz session in their outdoor courtyard features piano from Kirttiya Imchit, bass from Choochoke Kongjunder and drums from Nattapon Sriwilaijaroen. Aug 28, 12pm. The Commons, 335 Thonglor Soi 17, 089152-2677. Free.

concerts SUNGHA JUNG L'ATELIER TOUR

The Korean solo guitarist who made a name for himself with hit Youtube videos reaching more than 3.9 million subscribers returns to Bangkok to perform songs from his latest album, L'Atelier, like "On Cloud Nine". Aug 20, 6pm. M Theater, 2884/2 New Petchaburi Rd., 08-0260-0771/-6. B1,1002,400.

DAY6 LIVE CONCERT DREAM IN BANGKOK

The South Korean rock band known for hits "Letting Go" and "Congratulations" make their Thailand debut. Aug 20, 5pm. Thunder Dome, Muang Thong Thani, 99 Popular Rd. B1800-5,800.

35 YEARS CARABAO CONCERT

Legendary Thai rocker "Phuea Chiwit" celebrates the 35th anniversary of his band Carabao with support from other Thai musicians. Tickets available at all 7-Elevens. Aug 27, 6pm. Impact Arena, Muang Thong Thani, 99 Popular Rd., 02-833-4455. B800-5,000.

classical C H A M B E R R EC I TA L BY S AWA S D E E WOODWIND QUINTET

The music of Ravel, Poulenc, Francaix and Ibert performed by the award-winning Thai chamber group. Aug 21, 4pm. Sala Sudasiri Sobha, Lad Phrao Soi 41, 02-541-8662. B700.

SAWASDEE WOODWIND QUINTET

Program includes J.Iberts Three Pieces breves for woodwind quintet, F.Poulenc's for Bassoon Oboe and Piano. J. Francaix's L'Heure du Berger for Woodwind Quintet and Piano, and M. Ravels La Tombeau de Couperin for Woodwind quintet and piano. All proceeds go to Gift of Life Foundation to help in-need blood disease patients in Thailand.

Aug 21, 4pm. Sala Sudasiri Sobha, Lad Phrao Soi 41, 02-541-8662. B700 (includes reception before and after the concert).

BANGKOK FOLLIE AND MAGIC FROM THE ITALIAN BAROQUE

Jacopo Gianninoto and Alberto Firrincieli direct The Baroque Musicke early music ensemble. Aug 25, 7pm. Chulalongkorn University, 254 Phaya Thai Rd., 02-215-0871/-3. Free.

PIANO RECITAL BY CHAIYAPORN "NING" PHOOKHAOTHONG

Ning Chaiyaporn performs a composition by his award-winning piano teacher/artist, Nat Yontararak. The program includes Nat Yontararak: Sonata No.2 "Homage to King Rama IX" and Schumann: Arabeske, Op.18. Canaval, Op. 9. Proceeds go to the Gift of Life Foundation to help blood disease patients in Thailand. Aug 28, 4pm. Sala Sudasiri Sobha, Lad Phrao Soi 41, 02541-8662. B700 (includes reception before and after the concert).

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Upcoming Music Festivals

FILM FESTIVAL

House Rama RCA's 12th anniversary In celebration of its 12th anniversary, the boutique independent cinema House Rama RCA will host two weekends worth of special screenings on Aug 19-21 and Aug 26-28. Tickets are B100 each and the lineup includes an advance screening of the new Shin Godzilla (not due in cinemas here until Sep 8), along with contemporary cult classics such as Spike Jonze's Her, Nicolas Winding Refn's Drive and Michael Haneke's Amour. Thai film is represented by Chookiat Sakveerakul's Love of Siam and Nawapol Thamrongrattanarit’s 36. Here are BK's highlights:

Waterzonic

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WATERZONIC 2016

MYSTIC VALLEY FESTIVAL 2016

The EDM-focused water and music festival returns for its third year with headliners Fedde Legrand and Dash Berlin. Stay tuned for more details and the lineup coming soon at www.fb.com/waterzonic. Sep 30-Oct 1, 5pm. SCG Stadium, 99 Popular Rd., Muang Thong Thani. 087-531-7237.

A new three-day music festival set in the mountain valleys of Khao Yai and promising four stages featuring music from over 30 international DJs spinning EDM, trap, trance, house, techno and indie music.

There will also be plenty of on-site food trucks, pool parties, plus tents available for rent. Ticket info TBA. Nov 11-13, 2pm. Mountain Creek Resort, Sikhio, Nakhon Ratchasima. www.fb.com/mysicticthailand

ART Opening Exhibitions

PSYCHOGEOGRAPHY: BANGKOK THE ANT FARM

UNTRUE BLUE

Hannah Theodorou presents an art series inspired by instructions that she has received from locals on how to navigate through Bangkok. Here, she recreates her journey through the city with a collection of abstract paintings, sculptures and drawings. Aug 20-Sep 18.

Brownstone Studio, 1395 Sukhumvit Soi 77, 087703-0448.

Young photographer Muangthai Jirawongnirandon's first solo exhibition presents a personal examination of Thailand's class roles as seen through moments of daily life. Aug 26-Sep 16. Jam, 41 Charoen Rat Soi 1, 083-5451-833. BTS Surasak

TOKYO SONATA

HER

Drama. A middle-class Japanese man Ryuhei Sasaki lies to his family that he is going to work everyday, despite having been unexpectedly fired, as he struggles to find another job.

Romance/Sci-fi. Set in a futuristic Los Angeles, Theodore (Joaquin Phoenix) falls in love with a life-like operating system known as Samantha (Scarlett Johansson).

Aug 20, 6pm. Japanese with English and Thai subtitles

Aug 21, 2pm. English with Thai subtitles

AMOUR

RUK HAENG SIAM

Drama/Romance. Retired music teachers Georges (Jean-Louis Trintignant) and Anne (Emmanuelle Riva) face a huge challenge in their marriage when Anne suffers a deabilitating stroke.

Romance/Drama. Two childhood friends meet again as teenagers only to realize that their friendship may be something deeper.

Aug 26, 6pm. Thai

Aug 26, 2pm. English with Thai subtitles

House RCA, 3/F, RCA Plaza, 31/8 Petchaburi Rd. Bangkok

COMEDY Jimmy Carr

NAKHON CHAI SI: STILLS FROM A DAYDREAM ROAD MOVIE

Photographer Lee Wei Swee captures scenes he came across during car journeys through Nakhon Pathom, ranging from couples kissing at traffic lights to eccentrically decorated trucks. Aug 20-Sep 10. 3rd Rock Gallery, Rama 9 Soi 41.

TEN PLACES IN TOKYO

Sutthirat Supaparinya's latest solo show presents a collection of videos and art installations inspired by the aftermath of the Hiroshima atomic bomb in 1945 and its effect on society and global energy use. Through Sep 24. Gallery Ver, Narathiwas Soi 22.

QUIET ENCOUNTERS

Photographer Dow Wasiksiri presents a series of landscape shots taken during his travels around Thailand.

An essay by Philip Cornwel-Smith dubbed "Building in the Moment: Dow's Landscapes of Thailand" will be presented alongside it, which explores how natural scenery and modernity collide in Thailand. Aug 25-Oct 15. The Art Center, 7/F, Center of Academic Resources, Chulalongkorn University, Phaya Thai Rd., 02-2182-965.

The Comedy Club Bangkok is celebrating its second anniversary with its biggest event yet: a standup performance from hit British comic Jimmy Carr.

This will be Thailand's first visit from the British comedian, who has chosen Bangkok to make the Asian debut of his latest show, Funny Business.

Carr will perform one show only on Sep 11 at The Grand Ballroom of The Westin Grande Hotel. Tickets are on sale now at www.comedyclubbangkok.com with prices ranging from B1,800 up to B3,200.

Jimmy Carr is famous for his "signature laugh" and appearances on several of the most popular shows on British TV's Channel 4, including Panel Show, 8 Out of 10 Cats, The Big Fat Quiz of The Year and many more.

In August 2006, his stand-up tour Gag Reflex landed him the 2006 British Comedy Award for "Best Live Stand Up."

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SPORTS

Bangkok Marathon

EYE IN THE SKY (UK)

HELL OR HIGH WATER (USA)

Drama/Thriller. A lieutenant general (Alan Rickman) and a colonel (Helen Mirren) order a drone missile strike on a group of suicide bombers in Nairobi.

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The Color Run

GET GLOW RUN: BANGKOK SPECULAR MARATHON

THE COLOR RUN TROPICOLOR WORLD TOUR 2016

The charity run to support the countrys blind athletes at this years Paralympic Games offers 5km and 10km distances with the theme of neon lights. Register at bit.ly/29Fsmte. The race kicks off at Rama 8 Bridge.

Sep 3, 9pm. B420-520.

"The Happiest 5k on the Planet" returns to Bangkok, this year under a tropical theme. Color Runners will make their way to a finish-line party while being splashed with colored powders. Ticket includes a limited edition Tropicolor T-shirt, an embroidered headband, a finisher's medal with floral lanyard and color packets and tattoos. Dont forget to stick around for the after party that promises live music and even more color throws. Oct 15-16, 4pm. Makkasan Airport Link Station, B900. www.thecolorrun.co.th.

1ST SAINT JOHN'S INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL RUN

The school hosts its first mini marathon in celebration of its 25th anniversary with a 10km run or 2.7km walk.

A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Baan Saeng Sawang Foundation. Reigster at bit.ly/1NMCqfP. Sep 25, 6am. Suan Rod Fai (Vachirabenjatas Park), Kamphaeng Phet Soi 3, 02-537-9221. B300-500. MRT Phahon Yothin.

THE 19TH CHARITY MIDNIGHT RUN 2016

The annual charity midnight run returns to raise funds for underpriviledged children around the country, offering 6 and 12km distances. Register now at bit. ly/2afAz6I. Oct 15, 12am. Amari Watergate Bangkok, 847 Petchaburi Rd., 02-653-9000. B800.

BANGKOK MARATHON 2016

The city's biggest marathon returns to take over the Old Town for its 29th year. Expect some 30,000 runners to take on the challenge of 42km, 21km, 10km or 4.5km distances. Register at www.bkkmarathon. com. Nov 20, 2am. Grand Palace, Na Phra Lan Rd., 02-623-5500 ext.3100. B500-1,000.

NERVE (USA)

SADAKO VS KAYAKO (JAPAN)

Action/Adventure. A high school senior (Emma Roberts) joins a popular online game that challenges players to perform a series of adrenaline-fueled dares.

Thriller. Two college students come across a cursed video tape which, after watching, threatens they will die within two days.

BEN HUR (USA)

Drama. A restaurant manager with a strong love for Thai food and its strict traditions faces conflict with one of his staff members who wishes to implement more modern themes.

Adventure/Drama. A nobleman (Jack Huston) is wrongly accused of an assassination attempt and forced into years of slavery under the Romans before he gets a chance at freedom if he wins a chariot race.

Asia's biggest Japanese pop culture convention comes to Thailand with three days of anime, games and cosplay events and booths. Aug 19-21, 10am. Royal Paragon Hall, 5/F Siam Paragon, Rama 1 Rd. Free. BTS Siam

PETE’S DRAGON (USA)

Adventure/Family. When Grace stumbles upon Pete (Oakes Fegley), a 10-year-old orphan who lives in the woods with a giant, friendly dragon, she sets out on a mission to find the truth about his identity. Aug 25

CHEEZE MARKET

RABBIT FARM MARKET #2

The magazine's massive outdoor market returns every weekend this month, promising stalls selling trending brands, secondhand and vintage items and handmade goods. There's also plenty of food stalls to make it a one-stop destination for shopping, eating and chilling. Aug 19-21, 26-28, 11am.

Central Plaza Ladprao, 1693 Phahon Yothin Rd. MRT Phahon Yothin.

A flea market featuring booths selling organic food, homemade craft items, gardening decorations and plants, furniture plus trendy clothes. Aug 19-21, 11am. The Scene Town in Town, 1323, Lad Phrao Soi 94.

BITS BAND COMPETITION

Fungjai teams up with FabCafe to hold a music competition for synth nerds with one rule that you must have at least one littleBits "Synth Kit" in your band.

Winner gets B20,000. Register at goo.gl/7Y30gw. Aug 20, 6pm.

FabCafe, 77/1 Ari Soi 1, 083619-9983. BTS Ari.

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MECHANIC RESURRECTION (USA)

THOSE PEOPLE (USA)

Action/Crime. A retired master assassin (Jason Statham) is forced to reenter the job when his biggest enemy kidnaps the love of his life and leads him into a series of dangerous jobs.

Aug 25

Drama/ Romance. A young gay painter in Manhattan is torn between love for his best friend and an older foreign pianist. Aug 25

THE NEON DEMON (USA)

Drama/Thriller. In Nicolas Winding Refn’s new film, an innocent aspiring model (Elle Fanning) enters LA’s ruthless industry where she comes under increased danger from her rivals. Aug 25

AR-MA (THAI)

Comedy/Thriller. A family must fulfill a set of ridiculous and dangerous wishes from their late grandmother before they can receive the inheritance she left behind. Aug 25

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SALES & FAIRS

ANIME FESTIVAL ASIA THAILAND 2016

Crime/Drama. Two brothers plan a bank robbery to save their family’s farm while members of the Texas Rangers hunt them down.

Bar-slash-gallery Jam showcases a month of cultural films, this time focusing on movies that mark the 71st anniversary of the atomic bomb in Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Presented by university lecturer and author Viriya Sawangchot, Shohei Imamura’s 1988 film Black Rain follows the story of a young Japanese woman (Yoshiko Tanaka) who survives the bomb’s destruction, but struggles the rest of her life with the stigma of radiation sickness. There will be a discussion on the film after the screening.

Free. Screening starts at 8pm. Aug 21, Jam, 41 Charoen Rat Soi 1. BTS Surasak

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