Cafe Society 2017 by BK Magazine

Cafe Society 2017 Bangkokâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coolest hangout spots for brunch, coffee, sweets and all-day bites.

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Brighten up your mornings and nights with Sukhumvit Soi 12’s latest hangout spot for quality food, delicious coffee and the best craft beers. The Coffee Galleria presents hearty Western comfort food alongside flavors from around the world. Tuck into their Galleria Breakfast—a huge spread of bacon, eggs, sausages, hash brown, toast and salad— or the smoked salmon eggs Benedict with Hollandaise sauce, both available at the opening promotion price of B290 with a cup of coffee (8am-noon daily). Spread across three floors, the 1/F cafe is all about quality slow-bar coffee: pour-over, cold brew, aeropress and syphon made using single origin beans. One story up there’s an open-air terrace, while the 3/F hosts a bar and bistro. Every evening, The Coffee Galleria welcomes guests for beers, cider, wine and more, with one of the best list of American craft beers in the neighborhood. Drop by for lunch or dinner and enjoy the Galleria Burger with a glass of imported draft beer at the promotion rate of B450 (noon-11pm daily). Sukhumvit Soi 12, 02-653-0177. Open daily 8am-12am. All food menus served from 8am-11:45pm. FB/IG: @TheCoffeeGalleria

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emember Sundays before wooden cutlery, Joe Sloane sausages and dangling light bulbs? You’d go to a hotel, fork out B3,000, plant yourself at a buffet until your pancreas said “stop,” then go home and spend the rest of the afternoon regretting your life choices. In 2017, that’s all over. Brunch-friendly spots serving a mean coffee, a stiff Bloody Mary and eggs Benedict with a perfect Hollandaise have made daytime dining cool. The city is buzzing with independent cafes and bistros serving produce-driven food and letting you connect to an excellent Wi-Fi signal. For BK Magazine’s debut Cafe Society, we’ve rounded up the best of them. Organized by neighborhood, Cafe Society 2017 is all about spending the slowest, most worry-free day you’ve ever had. Because who wants to travel across town for a good single-origin roast or some fluffy pancakes? There’s barely an area of the city which hasn’t been blessed with the daytime-dining revolution. So pull up a warm wood chair, order up some shakshuka with house-made sourdough (you’re at a place that stocks BK, after all) and enjoy our roundup of venues that’ll make your days even better than your nights.

Cafe Society 2017 is published and distributed on June 30, 2017. It is published by Asia City Media Group Ltd., 9/F, Sathorn Nakorn Tower. 100 North Sathorn Rd., Silom, Bangkok 10500. Copyright ©2017 Asia City Media Group Ltd. The titles “BK Magazine”, “Cafe Society 2017” its associated logos or devices, and the content of Cafe Society 2017 are the property of Asia City Media Group Ltd. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is strictly prohibited. This publication is distributed as a supplement to BK Magazine. The magazine may not be distributed without the express written consent of Asia City Media Group Ltd. Contact the Advertising Department for ad rates and specifications. All advertising must comply with the Publisher’s terms of business, copies of which are available upon request.

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Sathorn-Silom

Thonglor-Ekkamai

Siam-Phloen Chit

Victory Monument-Ari

Nana-Asoke

Phrom Phong

Riverside & Old Town

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Coffee Craftsman x Yarden

Sathorn-Silom Leafy Soi Yenakart is right now one of our favorite spots for brunch in the city thanks to the Yarden complex (see page 6), while between the touristy stretches of Silom you can still find an amazing cup of coffee.

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Sathorn-Silom Ceresia Coffee Roasters Owned by a Thai-Venezuelan family, this specialty coffee shop sells single origin and house blended coffee sourced from a variety of farms worldwide, roasted in small batches. Try the filter coffee of the day or a flat white along with a slice of carrot cake and freshly baked pastries. Also make sure you buy some beans to take home. Just be sure to ask the barista for brewing recommendations. Tisco Tower, 48/2 Sathorn Rd.,098445-1992. BTS Sala Daeng. Open daily 8am-6pm. Other branch: Sukhumvit Soi 33/1, 098-251-4327

Coffee Craftsman x Yarden

Everyday by Karmakamet

Set in a 70-year-old wooden house dating back to the Rama 7 era, this Yenakart neighborhood favorite wows you from first glance. The cafe highlights beans by local micro roasters, with two house signature blends: Artisan (Thai, Colombia and Guatemala) and Craftsman (Thai, Brazil and Ethiopia). The menu features various avo-toast options along with some solid pizza (get the chorizo and portabello mushroom), but next door’s Akart Bistro is a better bet for a proper lunch date.

Inside this store’s quaint, wood-paneled facade, you’ll find the most charming branch of Bangkok’s top aromatic products brand. Going beyond home and body fragrances, this space doubles as a coffee shop where cheesecakes, iced matcha frappe and cold lattes are the orders of the day. The shop also sells tableware, pillows, napkins, bags and T-shirts from cool brands like Container and The Sleeveless Garden.

Coffee Craftman x Yarden, 30 Yenakart Rd., 02-2490180. Open daily 7am-7pm

1/F, Yada Building, Silom Rd., 02-237-1148 BTS Sala Daeng. Open daily 10am-10pm

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Kumi Restaurant & Healthy Corner The superfood-laden menu (antioxidant this, quinoa that) comes in a space that’s minimalist and vaguely industrial, but the neighborhood expats who favor this local brekkie hot-spot usually sit on its spacious terrace. Wraps, sandwiches, pastas and risottos are joined on the menu by a “Thai corner” and various protein-forward mains, but Kumi is at its best when the onus is on fresh ingredients—vegetarian millefeuille and grilled prawns with spiced eggplant. 71/2 Sathorn Soi 10, 02-6353673. BTS Chong Nonsi. Open Wed-Sun 9am-10pm; Mon 9am-10pm

(Not Just) Another Cup Luka This cafe’s focus on light fare (salads, sandwiches) and coffee has made it a favorite with Sathorn’s busy professionals. On the menu is down-toearth comfort food like breakfast burritos; grilled cheese and sauteed musroom sandwiches served with raspberry ketchup; and the “sloppy meatball sandwich” with fresh mozzarella, roasted garlic, sweet marinara and a brioche bun. Delightful decor comes courtesy of Casa Pagoda, with whom it shares its lofty and chic Pan Road dwellings. Casa Pagoda, 64/1 Pan Rd., 02-637-8558. BTS Surasak. Open Mon-Fri 10am-7pm; Sat-Sun 9am-7pm

Two stories of airy daytime-friendly space deal in a familiar combination of egg-focused dishes, prettily poured coffee and cold-pressed juices. Comfort food like fresh pasta and shakshuka sits alongside lightweight muesli bowls and salads. Neighborhood families also drop by on weekends for the decadent French toast. 75/1, Sathorn Soi 10, 02-635-3464 BTS Chong Nonsi. Open daily 7am-7pm Exclusively for Citi credit card members Get a complimentary scone valued up to THB 70 when spending THB 1,500 or more /sales slip (limit 1 piece /card /table /sales slip) Today - 30 Nov 17

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THE COFFEE CLUB LAUNCHES A NEW MENU OF GLOBAL COMFORT CLASSICS

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AUSTRALIA’S FAVORITE ALL-DAY CAFÉ Australia’s favorite coffee chain and all-day cafe has just introduced a brand new menu including a huge range of pancakes, salads and pastas, courtesy of head chef James Bradbury. Inspired by his encounters with creative comfort food while traveling the world, Bradbury’s new additions utilize the finest ingredients and turn them into delicious, show-stopping dishes. With the new menu, indulge in homey, classic vanilla pancakes served with an array of fresh fruit toppings. Combine it with your pick of sauces including blueberry, mixed berry, caramel, or chocolate hazelnut. As for the salad selection, Chef Bradbury has placed a focus on fresh vegetables combined with high-protein meats, ranging from chicken to salmon, to ensure a light yet hearty meal. BANGKOK STORE LOCATIONS: Major Ekkamai, Wireless Road, Chatrium Sathorn, Mode Sathorn, Maitria Hotel, River City Bangkok, Baan Rajprasong, The Hive (Sukhumvit 49), Convent Road, Riverside PLaza, The Maze Thonglor The Coffee Club Thailand, website: thecoffeeclub.co.th

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Printa Cafe Tucked in a small alley behind Wat Kaek, Pan Road’s bright white cafe doubles as a glasses showroom. Order up an all-day breakfast or a filling plate of clam spaghetti, then browse the collection of designer eyewear from Glazziq while you wait. The kitchen offers classic dishes with some flavor twists like the “healthy Benedict,” which features poached eggs on smashed avocado and toast, topped with Sriracha sauce. 36/2 Pan Rd., 095-542-4575 BTS Surasak. Open Fri-Sun 7:30am6pm; Mon 7:30am-6pm; Tue 7:30am-6pm; Wed 7:30am-6pm

Rocket Coffeebar S.12 Abundant light, warm wood tones, chrome coffee machines and glossy magazines are just as charming as the brunch dishes. Get the eggs Benedict in a wonderfully rich hollandaise sauce or the openfaced Scandinavian sandwiches—and arrive early if you want a seat at the marble kitchen counter. 149 Sathorn Soi 12, 02-635-0404 BTS Chong Nonsi. Open daily 7am-8pm. Other branch: Sukhumvit Soi 49, 02-662-6638 Exclusively for Citi credit card members Get 10% discount on food and non-alcoholic beverages Today - 31 Dec 17

Size S Lower Sathorn was like the coffee hinterlands before this pint-sized cafe opened with its cleansing decor of white tiles and succulents. Baked dishes come with the gimmick that all portions are tiny, but there’s one thing this place is very big on: flavorful coffee. Take your piccolo latte to go as there’s little space to sit in, and grab a pack of the delicious house blend while you’re at it. 5/25 Soi Ngam du phli, Rama 4 Rd., 02-286-6117. MRT Lumphini. Open Mon-Sat 7:30am-6pm

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75 Sukhumvit Soi 38, 02-712-1774. Open Tue-Sun 9am-10:30pm. BTS Thong Lo.

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Roots (The Commons)

Thonglor-Ekkamai The 12 venues here are just a snapshot of soi 49-63’s booming coffee shop culture, which has even begun spreading to the other side of Sukhumvit (see Toby’s, page 17). 12 Café Society Cafe Society_NEW_Final.indd 12

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Thonglor-Ekkamai Broccoli Revolution With its high ceilings, abundant natural light and jungle of ferns barely clinging to the ceiling, this modern vegan restaurant (no meat, eggs, dairy, oyster sauce or fish sauce) stands out from its backpacker-oriented peers. Don’t miss the broccoli quinoa charcoal burger with potato, sweet potato and taro fries, or the vegan desserts from trusted names like Veganerie, Theera and Farm to Table. 899 Sukhumvit Soi 49, 02-662-5001, 095251-9799. BTS Thong Lo. Open Mon-Fri 9am-10pm; Sat-Sun 7am-10pm Exclusively for Citi credit card members Get 10% discount on food only when spending THB 500 or more /sales slip Today - 31 Dec 17

The Commons

D’Ark

Easygoing daytime bites and excellent coffee take center stage at Thonglor’s loft-like, open-plan community mall. Packed with Bangkok’s coolest foodie names, the ground floor marketplace spans vendors including Peppina (pizza), Roots (coffee), Meat & Bones (ribs) and so much more. Those looking to waste an entire afternoon park up at Roast, where the brunch-focused menu (and excellent wine list) is hard to beat.

This tranquil, double-height temple to brunch culture does it all. Want a lazy eggy breakfast? They’ve got you covered from 6am. Burgers and comfort food? Kitchen’s open for business at 11am. An elaborate three-course dinner? They’ll whip one of those up too, with an a la carte menu of elegant starters and mains. The kitchen’s house-baked muffins and croissants are a neighborhood talking point, as are the single-origin roasts.

335 Thonglor Soi 17, 089-152-2677. Open daily 11am-

Piman 49, 46 Sukhumvit Soi 49, 02-662-7900. Open daily 8am-10pm

midnight

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Thonglor-Ekkamai Ekkamai Macchiato The star espresso at this cozy Ekkamai home is made using a Thai-Ethiopian-Brazilian blend from local roaster Bottomless, while the more adventurous will gravitate to the filter coffee’s rotating selection of single-origin beans from top-notch local roasters such as Roots. Not so serious about your coffee? Down one of their chocolate drinks, green tea lattes, iced teas or fruit shakes. You can also head upstairs with your laptop and make use of their co-working space. Aumnuaysin Pook

6/2 Ekkamai Soi 12, 083-7859090. Open Mon 8am-7pm; Wed 8am-7pm; Thu 8am-7pm; Fri 8am-7pm; Tue 8am-5pm; Sat-Sun 9am-7pm

Ink & Lion Cafe

Kaizen Coffee Co.

Espresso machine and hand-brewed coffee are poured in an industrial setting adorned with art pieces, bare bricks and wooden furniture. Barista-owner Adithep Pinijpinyo even roasts his beans in-house both for espresso and filter coffee. Munch on pastries like the lemon tart and coconut cake, made by Size S Coffee & Bakery (see page 8), while taking a peek at the rotating exhibitions. Don’t miss the fresh butter waffles.

Ekkamai’s quiet end is home to the all-white coffee enterprise of three (fittingly hip) buddies who were fascinated by Australia’s coffee scene. Here, the brews go well beyond long black and flat white, nonetheless (this is Bangkok, after all.) You can expect nitrogen-brewed coffee along with tea, experimental health drinks and a brunchy menu of bacon and eggs on ciabbata or tomatoes, avocado and feta on sourdough.

1/7 Ekkamai Soi 2, 02-002-6874. BTS Ekkamai. Open Sat-Wed 9am-6pm

Tai Ping Tower, 582/5 Ekkamai Soi 26 and 28, 061-7149974. Open daily 8am-6pm

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Nikko Cafe This zen-inspired cafe with its striking indoor rock garden and vaulted ceilings kickstarted Ekkamai Soi 12’s transformation into a cafe-hopper’s dream. Take your iced matcha latte or chocolate frappe alongside delicately portioned Thai fried snacks or healthy Japanese salads. The shady roof terrace is perfect for sipping on their fresh iced tea during cooler months. 30/18 Soi Charoen Chai, Ekkamai Soi 12, 02-318-5291. Open daily 10am-10pm Exclusively for Citi credit card members

FABLAB Cafe 126/43, Sukhumvit Soi 63, 02-101-4287. Open Sun-Thu 10am-10pm; Fri-Sat 10am-midnight. Multi-label store FABLAB also runs a cafe that merges food and fashion. Go with the photogenic selection of all-day breakfast like the egg and bacon stuffed croissant, as well as Thai fusion dishes such as spicy crispy ravioli and schnitzel on egg with kaprao leaves. Drinks like the Thai milk tea come served in laboratory glassware, while the Fabramisu (tiramisu with Bailey’s shot in a syringe) is a yummy fun treat. Exclusively for Citi credit card members Get 5% discount on food and non-alcoholic beverages Today - 31 Dec 17

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Tiny Cup Cafe Onion Indie star House Sorasak runs this multi-label men’s fashion store and hub of all things cool. Visit the pocket-sized cafe for the coffee rather than the food (mostly just small bites and baked goods) thanks to their long ties with Brave Roaster. The attached clothing boutique is dedicated to cult imported brands like Saturdays Surf NYC, Beton x Cire and Stanley & Sons, as well as the odd vintage item. 19/12 Ekkamai Soi 12, 02-116-6076. Open Mon-Fri 9am-6pm; Sat-Sun 9am-8pm

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411/2 Sukhumvit Soi 55 (between Thonglor Sois 21 and 23), 02-712-5112. Open daily 7am-6pm Run by the people behind the cutesy cafe Buttercup, this Thonglor favorite comes with a vintage vibe courtesy of retro knickknacks and wooden furniture covered with patterned cushions. The food hightlights breakfast (served all day) and health-conscious favorites. Try the breakfast French toast and acai bowl. Their fresh fruit tarts are also not to be missed. Exclusively for Citi credit card members Get a complimentary scone valued up to THB 75 when spending THB 1,000 or more /sales slip (limit 1 dish /card /table /sales slip) Today - 30 Nov 17

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Thonglor-Ekkamai Organika Nineteenth-century botanical gardens inspired this cleansing, plant-life-filled spa dripping with colonial charm. Guests can pick from full-body massages or a healthy meal at the on-site cafe. The menu sees bruschetta topped with everything from peaches to avocado, alongside lighter veggie dishes like the roast carrots with garlic sauce. Even the Tropical Sunrise pudding is a guilt-free blend of yogurt, chia seeds and granola. 6/F, Piman 49, Sukhumvit Soi 49, 02-665-1899. Open Mon-Thu 9am-8:30pm; Fri-Sun 9am-9pm

Pacamara Coffee Roasters The fifth cafe from the Chiang Mai-hailing coffee roasters Pacamara is also its flagship branch. Tucked down a little alley off Thonglor Soi 25, the two-story standalone house is divided into a cafe and a coffee academy. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find both classic espresso-based drinks as well as slow-bar coffee, made using rotating beans roasted inhouse. Do try specials like the snow cold brew (shaved frozen milk on coffee jelly, topped with a shot of cold brew coffee), refreshing cola-infused cold brew and nitro cold brew. They also serve brunch dishes like truffle eggs Benedict as well as burgers, pasta and ribs. Thonglor Soi 25, 090-930-9340. Open Mon-Fri 8am-7:30pm; Sat-Sun 8am-9pm

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The Blooming Gallery Toby’s The light and airy, sun-drenched dining room of Toby’s has brought brunch nirvana to leafy Sukhumvit Soi 38. Crowds pack out the blond-wood chairs for Aussie-inspired, produce-driven plates of avocado salad and grilled halloumi with cherry tomatoes. Leave room for the succulent brioche soaked in beaten eggs and coated in cornflakes—as well as all the coffee and cold-pressed juices. 75 Sukhumvit Soi 38, 02-712-1774. BTS Thonglor. Open Tue-Sun 9am-10:30pm

LG/F, Eight Thonglor, Sukhumvit Soi 55 (Thonglor), 02-063-5508. Open Sun-Tue 10am-10pm; Wed-Sat 10am-midnight With its glasshouse setting and forest-like dangling ferns and flowers, this tea spot has an artistic edge. The menu takes influence from Monet’s impressionist paintings, serving 22 teas such as Original Mommy’s Nursing Tea (banana blossom, ginger, black pepper) and My Dear Rose (rose fruit tea). There’s also comforting dishes like purple sweet potato fries with hondachi and homemade truffle sauce, kaprao quinoa and English scones. Drop by at night for cocktails. Exclusively for Citi credit card members Get 10% discount on food only when spending THB 1,000 or more / sales slip Today - 31 Dec 17

Warm Wood Cafe The homey interior of exposed brick, distressed wood and plenty of potted plants comes courtesy of Be Gray (who else?), while the menu is no less daytime friendly. Tuna salad, ebiko cream pasta and ribeye steak provide proper stomach-fillers, while there’s an equal focus on the fluffy, chocolatey souffle and—our favorite—the airy churros, accompanied by spot-on yuzu and chocolate dips. Sip on sangria as well as coffee and yogurt smoothies. 137/1 Thonglor Soi 10, 02-714-9974. Open daily 9am-5pm Exclusively for Citi credit card members Get 10% discount on food only Today - 31 May 18

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Dandelion 919, Sukhumvit between Soi 49 and 51, 085-145-3181. BTS Thong Lo. Open daily 9am-7pm. Head here for a range of simple baked bites from a former chef at the Grand Hyatt’s bakery. Delicious chocolate chip cookies, dark chocolate cupcakes and brownies come at pocket-friendly prices, while the super-creamy Berry Fresh double-layer pancake is a must-try. More substantial dishes include the Campfire Big Breakfast of mac and cheese, sausage, crispy bacon and sunny side-up egg. To drink, there’s orange juice, hot chocolate, tea and coffee. Exclusively for Citi credit card members Get 10% discount on food only when spending THB 300 or more /sales slip Today - 31 Dec 17

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Siam-Phloen Chit Take a pit stop from Bangkok’s best shops at a beautiful bistro overlooking the British Embassy (see Siwilai Café, page 23), or duck down a Phloen Chit side street to find the neighborhood’s favorite cafes.

Siwilai Cafe

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Siam-Phloen Chit Black Box Tuck into espresso-dusted tuna served with greens or poached eggs and duck confit waffles during a lazy brunch at this chic, black-tiled cafe. Owned by a group of bike enthusiasts, the space is also known for its freshly tossed salads and Western comfort food with a twist, like the chicken avocado sandwich. Don’t miss the great selection of coffee and cocktails. Mahatun Plaza, 888/8-9 Phloen Chit Rd., 02-651-5188. BTS Phloen Chit. Open daily 7:30am-4pm Exclusively for Citi credit card members Get 15% discount on food and non-alcoholic beverages for Citi ULTIMA, Prestige, Preferred and Select or get 10% discount on food and nonalcoholic beverages for other card types Today - 31 May 18

Brave Roasters Run by one of the best coffee roasters in Bangkok, this cafe serves specialty coffee alongside sandwiches, sweets and views over BTS Siam. Coffee snobs will love the house-blends and rotating specials, many of which are from Thailand and Laos. Those with a sweet tooth can also get high on a Gingerbread Latte or the affogato soft serve (ice cream with an espresso shot). 3/F, Siam Discovery, Rama 1 Rd. BTS National Stadium. Open daily 10am-10pm Exclusively for Citi credit card members Get 15% discount when ordering both food and non-alcoholic beverages Today - 31 May 18

Brooklyn Baker Known online for its pretty (and tasty!) custom-made cakes, Brooklyn Baker also feeds this town some great brunch dishes in its casual, lowkey space, set in the lobby of an upmarket spa down Soi Polo. It’s not just about oh-so-popular eggs Benedict and smashed avo. The signature egg rothko with its runny yolk, bacon and cheddar, as well as their caspicum-rich, sausage-stuffed shakshuka are both excellent. Visit on the weekeneds to taste their chicken waffle. Retreat on Vithayu Spa, 51/7 Soi Polo, Wireless Rd., 081-855-7090. Open daily 8am-5pm

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Clinton Street Baking Company New York magazine called the pancakes at this cafe’s mother branch the Big Apple’s finest. Drop by first thing (it opens two hours before the rest of the mall) to enjoy stacks of soft, syrup-drenched pancakes, fried chicken and decadent fudge brownies. Thanks to its own private entrance, you could truly be dining at a stand-alone. G/F, Siam Paragon, Rama 1 Rd., 02-129-4861. BTS Siam. Open daily 8am-10pm Exclusively for Citi credit card members Get a complimentary beverage valued up to THB 130 when spending via Citi credit cards (limit 1 glass /card /table /sales slip) Today - 30 Sep 17

Crepes & Co. Bangkok’s original home-style brunch spot is all about fuss-free food that works just as well for a casual date as a family lunch. In addition to the array of sweet and savory crepes, the frequent Spanish, Greek and Moroccan promotions are highly anticipated. 59/4 Lang Suan Soi 1, Phloen Chit Rd., 02-015-3388. BTS Ratchadamri. Open Mon-Sat 9am-11pm; Sun 8am-11pm. Other branches: Thonglor, 02-726-9398 Exclusively for Citi credit card members Get 15% discount on food only for Citi ULTIMA, Prestige, Preferred, and Select or get 10% discount on food only for other card types Today - 30 Sep 17

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Siam-Phloen Chit Gallery Drip Coffee The two photographers behind this joint, Piyachart Trithaworn and Natthiti Ampriwan, take their coffee so seriously that they source and roast the beans themselves. As the name suggests, it’s all about the drip brew method here. The menu is short, as the owners are advocates of single-origin beans, sourced from places like Yemen and Kenya. But they’re also big believers in empowering their baristas, who we’ve noticed are really knowledgeable, friendly and passionate. BACC, Rama 1 Rd., 081-9895244, 081-917-2131. BTS National Stadium. Open Tue-Sun 11am-9pm

Open House A giant book store, co-working space and collection of cafes, bars and restaurants— this huge revamp of a luxury shopping mall’s top floor is many things. The space flows from one creative nook to another, passing art exhibitions and crafty workshops. When you’re feeling healthy, grab an acai bowl at Broccoli Revolution. When you’re not, pull up onto Peppina’s outdoor terrace and order a Negroni to go with an exceptional Neapolitan-style pizza. 6/F, Central Embassy, Phloen Chit Rd., 02-119-7777. BTS Phloen Chit. Open Sun-Thu 10am-10pm; Fri-Sat 10am-midnight

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Siwilai Cafe Attached to one of the coolest multilabel stores in town, this high-end take on coffee culture doesn’t just serve up quality brews from local roaster Pacamara. It’ll also pour a decent cocktail, including the likes of Re-charge (gin, vanilla, demerara syrup, melon, cucumber and lime). Food charts breakfast fare like Thai rice porridge with braised pork belly, poached eggs, pickled radish and garlic. 5/F, Central Embassy, 1031 Phloen Chit Rd., 02-1605836. BTS Chit Lom. Open daily 10am-10pm

Lady L Nai Lert Park Heritage Home, Somkid soi 4, 02-665-4446. BTS Chit Lom. Open daily 9am-10pm Amid the lush green landscape, where dangling ferns meet natural lights, this elegant glasshouse offers gastronomic European dishes, selected from Nai Let family’s favorites. Lady L is named after Lady Lursakdi who was Western cuisine connoisseur. Indulge in onion soup under a puff pastry top, slow-cooked lamb shank, beef Wellington and Cobb salad. Or drop by for an afternoon tea, which features housemade scones and fine tea. Exclusively for Citi credit card members Get 15% discount on food only for Citi ULTIMA, Prestige, Preferred and Select or get 10% discount on food only for other card types Today - 31 Dec 17

WWA Tucked at the back of an achingly hip fashion boutique, the space epitomizes minimal loft style, while English chef Davina Pickering turns out a solid menu of pastas, salads and pancakes. The berry cream cheese French toast balances sweet and savory just right with Italian sausage, crispy bacon and scrambled eggs making for a bona-fide stomach filler.

3/F, 428 Siam Square Soi 7, 02-658-4686. BTS Siam. Open daily 1-9pm

1823 Tea Lounge by Ronnefeldt G/F, Gaysorn Village, 999 Phloen Chit Rd., 02-656-1086. BTS Chit Lom. Open daily 10am-8pm Considered one of the world’s oldest tea houses, this German brand is known for using high quality tea leaves sourced from around the world and prepared by traditional methods. Their renowned tea collections include the White Collection and Tea Couture. Tastes of Bangkok come in the Gaysorn Blend (Oolong tea with pineapple and papaya) and Bangkok Blend (Pui Mu Tan white tea with mango and citrus), best enjoyed with their delious scones.

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Let’s Brunch! Visit EmQuartier to enjoy lazy brunches, delicious coffee and the very best of Bangkok cafe culture.

Vanilla Cafeteria

Audrey Café des Fleurs French Provincial touches make for a warm and cozy, farmhouse vibe— just perfect for Audrey’s cutesy layered cake served in a petite flower pot. Also don’t miss the tom yum kung (spicy lemongrass prawn) pizza. 8/F (Helix Dining), 02-003-6244. Open daily 11am-1opm

D’ARK by Phillip Di Bella Have breakfast with Phrom Phong’s young professionals at the long communal table in the center of D’ARK. Or pull up a seat outdoors and sip on some good coffee from their own roasters. Produce is superb, as highlighted by the English breakfast of Cumberland sausage, organic freerange egg and real baked beans. G/F, The Helix Quartier, 02-003-6013. Open daily 10am-10pm

Harrods Café and Ice Cream Parlour Britain’s heritage brand rolls out pasta, sandwiches and salads as well as croissants, muffins and cakes in a delightfully upper-crust environment. The adjoining Ice Cream Parlour cre-

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ates the wonderful No.42 Earl Grey Salted Caramel and Midnight Rose. G/F, The Glass Quartier, 02-003-6424. Open daily 10am-10pm

Iwane Ü This Japanese cafe highlights the sweeter side of life: fluffy piles of ricotta and chestnut cream pancakes. For something savory, get the avocado bacon panini and Japanese-style pasta. 7/F (Helix Dining), 064-165-6232. Open daily 10am-9:30pm

La Baguette

Jones the Grocer Restaurant, coffee shop and gourmet retail zone—this Australian hailing food brand does it all. Order breads, croissants, charcuterie and cheeses to take away, or pull up a stool and tuck into a thick-cut Aussie steak. G/F, The Waterfall Quartier, 02-261-0382. Open daily 10am-10pm

La Baguette Homemade treats such as almond croissants, banana chocolate crepe, canele, waffle sundae and strawberry tart crowd out the display window of

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this charming French bakery. Drop by first thing for pain au chocolat and plain baguette to go. G/F, The Glass Quartier, 02-003-6420. Open daily 10am-10pm

Roast

Jones the Grocer

Breezy and light-laden, Roast packs in the daytime crowd with simple Western comforts done to perfection. Order up your corn beef hash or seafood risotto with one of their excellent coffees. 1/F, The Helix Quartier, 094-176-3870. Open daily 10am-10pm

Sava Dining Fashion designer extraordinaire Polpat Asavaprapa backs these hearty, home-style dishes with slight twists, such as the bruschetta of naem (fermented sour pork) with fresh chili and garlic sprinkled with cheddar cheese—creative and delicious. 6/F (Helix Dining), 02-003-6208. Mon-Fri 11am-10pm; Sat-Sun 11am-11pm

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cha specialist makes contemporary offerings of the classic Japanese green tea, like ice-blended matcha, ice-cream floats and, the star, matcha soft serve in cone or sundae form. 7/F (Helix Dining), 091-569-6924. Open daily 10am-10pm

TWG Tea Salon and Boutique A dark marble floor, wood paneling trimmed with brass and shelves lined with their signature yellow tins serve up trademark European elegance. With hundreds of blends on offer, talking to the staff is essential, and don’t leave without trying the ice cream parfait. M/F, The Helix Quartier, 02-003-6070. Open daily 10am-10pm

Vanilla Cafeteria The most stunning branch of S&P’s Vanilla cafes makes a showstopping charcoal pavlova bursting with flavor, but the savory dishes like pesto linguine and spinach-and-sausage quesadilla are just as good. 2/F, The Helix Quartier, 02-003-6124. Open daily 10am-10pm

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Victory Monument-Ari Ari’s reputation for indie spirit now stretches all the way to BTS Phaya Thai—not forgetting Soi Rangnam, which is alive with charming cafes (see Kay’s, page 28).

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Victory Monument-Ari Aran Bicicletta The neighborhood’s many cycling geeks bring a genuine sense of community to this charmingly makeshift bike cafe. Vintage prints and tasteful bric-a-brac lend Aran a creative edge, while baristas dedicated to the slow-bar technique ensure coffee that’s fruity, light and packed with flavor. Route out new bike gear in the adjoining showroom, or kick back and enjoy the free WiFi with a homemade muffin. 128/10 Paholyothin Soi 2, 081-821-9603. BTS Ari. Open daily 10am-9pm

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Classic bistro meets modern coffee shop in Bar Storia’s mix of lusciously polished floors, gleaming wood panels and antique green walls. The skillet of sausage and eggs in a rich tomato stew as well as the al dente seafood penne make this one of the neighborhood’s top spots for simple Euro flavors, while the leafy side-street setting truly lives up to Ari’s reputation.

Rangnam’s favorite cafe wins over the neighborhood with housemade pasta and equally good coffee. The owner, a self-taught chef, whips up her own versions of breakfast staples like the open sandwich with egg, avocado and shrimp roe, ciabatta with egg, bacon and cheese, and Thai-style khao tom. To drink, try coffee from local roaster P&F, house-blended tea from Mali Ateli, or unique soda drinks like Lady Versailles (rose, rambutan, soda).

13 Soi 4 (Ari), 02-057-9448. Open Sun-Thu 9am-11pm; Fri-Sat 9am-midnight

112/4 Sri Ayutthaya Soi 2, Rangnam Rd., 088-399-9699. Open Mon-Fri 10am-8pm; Sat-Sun 9am-9pm

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Victory Monument-Ari Common Room x Ari This cafe doubles as a delivery service bringing ice cream, baked goods and coffee to your door. The shop itself is a pretty minimal affair, putting a clear focus on quality coffee. Beans come courtesy of top local roasters like Ceresia and Brave, with blends as well as single origins from Kenya and Colombia available as latte or flat white, French press or hot and cold drip. Each morning, staff bake croissants, pork pies and brownies. Phahon Yothin Soi 5, 062-416-7746. BTS Ari. Open Mon-Sat 8am-5pm

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Factory Coffee During the day, Phaya Thai’s hipsters come here for creative coffee mocktails pawed over by floppy-haired baristas amid raw concrete, vintage Americana and dry floral bouquets. They also pour alcoholic drinks that rub shoulders with the best craft cocktails in the city at the adjoining Feeu bar. 35/18 Phaya Thai Rd., 085-145-4184. BTS Phaya Thai. Open daily 8am-6pm

Sticking to a bright white theme like its sister cafe right across the road, this restaurant is all about mornings. Take a seat at one of the cool marble tables and indulge in playful classics such as the Queen of Egg Benny, which comprises a poached egg, grilled tomatoes and smoked salmon with truffle hollandaise sauce. Or go with the always-delicious matcha French toast. 116/55-57 Rangnam Rd., 02-245-6138. Open Wed-Sun 6:30am-4pm; Mon 6:30am-4pm; Tue 6:30am-noon Exclusively for Citi credit card members Get 10% discount on food only when spending THB 500 or more / sales slip Today - 31 May 18

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Sati Tucked behind Made Here on Earth workshop space and Yo frozen yogurt shop, Sati’s glasshouse coffee shop provides the perfect, daytime friendly space to enjoy their slow-bar specialties and in-house creations like the peanut butter latte and coconut latte. They also serve nitro cold brew coffee. You can even customize your drink with their playful syrups (available in flavors as diverse as tom yum and candle smoke). When the weather permits, it also has one of the nicest coffee shop terraces around. 110/4, Rama 6 Rd., 095-929-5925 Open daily 8am-midnight

Some Time Blue Ari’s award-winning drip coffee specialist Sutdrip has moved to a new space. Here, Sutida Srirungthum, winner of National Thailand Brewers Cup 2016, serves her rotating drip coffee alongside espresso-based cups and fruit blends. Do try her coffee shake, a drip coffee shaken cold with ice. Food can be ordered from former neighbor Khaobahn restaurant. The space itself shuns current coffee shop cliches in favor of more classic, Victorian furnishings. Paholyothin Soi 2, 087-907-0099. BTS Ari. Open MonFri 9am-7pm; Sat 11am-9pm; Sun 11am-5pm

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Hor Hidden Café Ari Soi 1, 088-974-0419. Open Sun, Mon, Wed, Thu 10am10:30pm; Fri-Sat 10am-11:30pm Located down a barely noticeable alley, this appropriately named cafe serves up pasta and other comforting Western dishes in a contemporary wooden space decorated with sewing machines and mini-chandeliers. Try the Salmon Zaab (salmon with Thai-style seafood dip), seafood gratin or spaghetti with spinach and salmon cabonara followed by the homemade desserts. Exclusively for Citi credit card members Get 10% discount on food only for Citi ULTIMA, Prestige, Preferred and Select when spending THB 1,000 or more /sales slip or get 5% discount on food only for other card types when spending THB 1,000 or more / sales slip Today - 31 May 18

Chuanpisamai Cafe Ari Samphan 3, 095-554-0638. Open Tue-Sun 10:30am-9pm Ari’s new vintage cafe stems from a fashion brand of the same name. The three-story Chuanpisamai cafe lets you browse through vintage-style accesseries, swimwear and wedding dresses while also chitchatting with your friends and indulging sweet treats. Order up a plate of waffles, topped with fresh berries and honey, or go with the blueberry cheese pie and Oreo Nutella shake. For something savory, they do hearty plates of Japanese curry.

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The neighborhood’s business and nightlife reputation means it’s no match for Phrom Phong when it comes to cafes, but there are plenty of interesting spots if you know where to look.

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Nana-Asoke Chu Chu gets its name from its churros, a traditional Spanish fried dough which they serve with chocolate or dulce de leche. Order them with the velvety, dark hot chocolate (best in town? We think so) and arrive before midday to get one of the couches by the window. It’s not all about sweets, either. Egg fritatta, chorizo scrambled eggs on sourdough bread and bangers and mash fill the hungriest stomachs. 2/F, Exchange Tower, 388 Sukhumvit Rd., 02-663-4554. BTS Asok. Open Mon-Fri 7:30am-9pm; Sat-Sun 8am-9pm. Other branch: Sathorn, 02-636-8685 Exclusively for Citi credit card members Get 20% discount on food only on Monday – Friday when spending THB 500 or more /sales slip (except public holidays) or get 10% discount on food only on Saturday – Sunday when spending THB 500 or more /sales slip and get 10% on non-alcoholic beverages when spending THB 500 or more /sales slip (after discount) *applicable only at Sathorn branch Today - 31 Dec 17

Chunky Chunky throws a brioche-shaped punch at Bangkok’s healthy-eating trend with a lineup of decadently OTT burgers. Those in the know get the sliced sirloin burger with beef jus and mushrooms. And this is no cheap-looking fast-food—the smell of fresh bread fills a dining room that’s light, sophisticated and well-versed in coffee shop cliches. 110/1 Sukhumvit Soi 23, 091-742-4094. MRT Sukhumvit. Open Tue-Sun 11am-10pm Exclusively for Citi credit card members Get 10% discount on food only when spending THB 1,000 or more /sales slip Today - 31 Dec 17

Gastro 1/6 (RMA Institute) Mark this one for the cooler months of Nov-Feb thanks to its beautiful garden adjoining the gallery of photograher Piyatat Hemmatat. Bo Songvisava of Bo.Lan fame is currently in the process of giving the whole menu a turn-around, ready for a relaunch this August. Expect food to remain devoutly produce-focused (Bo.lan’s one of the most sustainable restaurants in the city) and with a Western slant. RMA Institute, Soi Sai Namthip 2, 238 Sukhumvit Soi 22, 080-603-6421. Open Tue-Sun 8:30am-3:30pm

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It’s Happened to be a Closet This gypsy fashion brand has been on the Bangkok scene since 2004, traveling around town from Siam Square to Khao San Road. Its latest incarnation matches eclectic fashion finds with a bohemian dining room dishing out chicken salads, pot pies and other Western comfort food. As well as having a garden terrace, they also run workshops from time to time on DIY fashion and jewelry making. Sukhumvit Soi 23, 081-5652026. Open Sun-Thu 8am11pm; Fri-Sat 8am-midnight

Kuppa

Paris Mikki

Sofas take precedence over dining chairs at this lounge-y, decade-old brunch mainstay. The menu is much the same as it always has been, crowded with vast salads, delicious stone-baked pizza, and comfort food classics from duck confit to crispy pork knuckle. Also don’t miss the cheesecake (impossible to finish on your own), or the coffee—roasted in-house long before everyone else.

This little cafe in Asoke does some incredible sweets and pastries that truly compete—and often better—the dishes of big French imports. Chef Carol Boosaba worked in Paris for several years. All the cakes and pastries use top-quality seasonal ingredients to achieve a taste that we vouch for as authentically French.

39 Sukhumvit Soi 16, 02-663-0450. Open Tue-Sun 10am-11pm

1/F, Metha Wattana, 27 Sukhumvit Soi 19, 088-8700020 MRT Sukhumvit. Open Tue-Fri 10:30am-9pm; Sat-Sun 9am-9pm. Other branch: Open House at Central Embassy

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Rewarding Delights brought to you by Citi credit cards DEAN & DELUCA Originated in New York, Dean & DeLuca is now a not-tobe-missed food and drink destination in Bangkok. The chefs take you through the journey of their cooking at the Demonstration Kitchen, where food is prepared using fresh, fine ingredients. Flavorful pizzas are baked opposite the Espresso Bar, where you can always order cups of hot and cold drinks to enjoy there or take away. Don’t forget to shop at the retail corner. G/F, MahaNakhon CUBE, Narathiwat Ratchanakarin Rd., 02-023-1616. BTS Chong Nonsi. Open daily 7am11pm. 11 other branches in Bangkok

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Godiva Belgium’s 90-year-old luxury chocolate brand has brought its trademark truffles, pralines, biscuits, chocolate drinks and indulgent soft serve to Bangkok. The “Chocolixir” is a dense chocolate refreshment that come topped with whipped cream and yet more chocolate. And don’t miss the white or dark chocolate or “Twist Chocolate” soft serve. 2/F, CentralWorld, Rama 1 Rd., 02-252-2150. BTS Siam. Other branches: 1/F, Central Chidlom, 02-252-6140; 1/F, Siam Paragon, 02-129-4680; 2/F, Siam Center, 02-251-3907

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Kuppadeli Kuppadeli’s homely cuisine, desserts and artisanal coffee (as supplied by Kuppa Sukhumvit Soi 16’s roaster) can now be found at five locations in Bangkok. Discover the best flat white in town and signature desserts such as their range of cheesecakes and brownies. Other must-try dishes include like the egg white frittata with mascarpone and parmesan, chicken pesto penne and Australian wagyu bavette steak. Room 219/1A, The Pride, Asoke Towers, Sukhumvit Soi 21, 02-664-2350/1. MRT Phetchaburi. Open daily 7am-9pm. Other branches: Emporium, Erawan, Siam, Siam Discovery and Thonglor

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PAUL French Bakery Restaurant PAUL makes many kinds of bread, viennoiseries and French traditional dishes and salads at its network of over 500 bakery and pastry shops in 36 countries. They not only offer takeaway-friedly items like croissant, millefeuille fraises, moelleux citron framboise and baguettes but also quintessential Parisian food: croque monsieur, a delicious ham and cheese sandwich on soft bread. 1/F, Central Embassy, 1031 Phloen Chit Rd., 02-0015160. BTS Phloen Chit. Open daily 8:30am-10pm. Other branches: The Emporium, 02-664-7535; CentralWorld, 02-646-1413; Empire Tower, 02-670-0761

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Simply W English tea cafe Whittard of Chelsea stands behind the trendy Simply W cafes. The decor of white-washed bricks and real china tea cups is truly charming, and a perfect match for the delicate tea blends and creative fusion drinks. No one should miss the pleasure of a perfect pot of Earl Grey with a plate of thick, decadent banana French toast. Also try the pink lemonade tea-based Simply W Margarita. 2/F, CentralWorld, Rama 1 Rd., 02-646-1523. BTS Chit Lom. Open daily 10am-10pm Other branches: Siam Paragon, 02-610-7519; La Villa Ari, 02-619-0995; Central Ladprao, 02-937-1450; Central Grand Rama 9, 02-103-4899

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TWG Tea Salon & Boutique Bordered by monogrammed glass, TWGâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s trademark look of European elegance is completed by a dark marble floor, wood paneling trimmed with gold and shelves lined with its signature yellow tins. With a dizzying selection of over 450 types of tea, you might want to ask staff for a recommendation. Served by the pot, signature varieties include the delicately floral White Earl Grey and 1837 Black Tea. M/F, Siam Paragon, Rama 1 Rd.02-610-9527. BTS Siam. Open daily 10am-10pm. Other branches: Emquartier, 02-003-6070; Emporium, 02-259-9510

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Phrom Phong This selection represents the tip of the iceberg for a neighborhood which has embraced brunch culture more than any other. Order up a flat-white and enjoy!

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Phrom Phong Baker Gonna Bake This online bakery turned full-time cafe lifts its bright, wood-heavy decor with handicraft touches, while the menu has expanded to more savory items. Choose from Thai charcoal-braised chicken, pad kaprao chicken and eggs Benedict on croissant. The focus is still very much on sweets, though, with a new bingsu (shaved milk ice) line offering creative versions of the Korean-hailing dessert like mascarpone and apple. Coffee beans are sourced from local coffee roaster Somersault. Sukhumvit Soi 26. BTS Phrom Phong. Open daily 9am-7pm

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Casaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biggest branch supplies not just an industrial cafe with on-site roasted coffee but also a co-working space, hostel and restaurant. Grab an espresso brewed using their house Chiang Rai beans, or go with one of the different single origins from the slow bar. Hungry? Order the pork chop or a dish of spaghetti from Oneday at a Time restaurant out back.

This adorable standalone house serves excellent French crepes. Deep in the labyrinthine Soi 39, its clapboard interior and exterior of muted grays draws a sophisticated brunch crowd. A classic crepe of egg, ham and grated cheese is the obvious crowd-pleaser, but the kitchen also tries inventive combinations like scallops with asaparagus.

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Phrom Phong Freebird Chic yet relaxed, on trend yet original, this mid-century house introduces Bangkok to a weekend brunch that takes inspiration from Melbourne with produce-centric dishes to share. Complementing them is a beautiful garden where chickens roam freely and the only noise is birdsong. Thanks to excellent coffee, wonderful cocktails and produce-driven cooking, brunch here is a rare treat indeed. 28 Sukhumvit Soi 47, 02-662-4936. BTS Phrom Phong. Open Tue-Sun 5:30-10pm; Sat-Sun 11am-3pm Exclusively for Citi credit card members Get a complimentary dessert valued up to THB 380 when spending via Citi credit cards for dinner hours (limit 1 dish /card /table /sales slip) Today - 31 Oct 17

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The palette of turquoise offers colorful relief from the stock coffee-shop look of concrete on wood. The coffee bar highlights two blends from local micro-roasters in Bangkok and Chiang Mai (also available to purchase and grind at home), along with rotating filter coffee, cold brew coffee and tea. Grab yourself a coffee and croissant on weekday mornings, or drop by during brunch for a plate of bacon and eggs over French toast.

Phrom Phong foodies head here to grab their morning bread fix. Owner Nasirul Alam makes his bread and pastries from scratch, highlighting the use of unbleached flour, glaze and frosting. The results are deeply flavorful and hard to beat. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss their baguette, sourdough bread and butter croissant or sweeter picks like the rich chocolate cake and carrot cake. The bakery also serves coffee and coldpressed juice.

Sukhumvit Soi 39, 091-774-3653. Open Mon-Thu 8am6pm; Fri-Sun 8am-8pm

245/12 Sukhumvit Soi 31, 091-720-1074. MRT Sukhumvit. Open daily 7am-7pm

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Patissez The original creator of the trending “freakshakes” from Canberra, Australia now serves its overloaded drinks in Bangkok, alongside more Aussie-style cafe food. The photogenic shakes come in five different varieties: nutella pretzel, mint chocolate, banana caramel, Thai tea white chocolate (exclusive to Bangkok), and watermelon and berries. On top of that, you can get all-day brunchy dishes like smashed avocado on toast and giant beef burgers. Parc 39, 5/9 Sukhumvit Soi 39, 02-1853258. Open Mon-Fri 10am-6pm; Sat-Sun 9am-9pm Exclusively for Citi credit card members Get 10% discount on food only Today - 31 May 18

Quince

Simple

The years have been kind to Quince, which has graduated from hip kid to perennial favorite. Specializing in fuss-free plates, its Mediterranean-tinged menu places local, seasonal ingredients center stage. The little garden is arguably the best brunch spot in town and the wine list is particularly inspired, with lots of smaller, organic, European domains.

Organic grocers-slash-cafe-slash-restaurant Simple offers up excellent produce sourced from local farmers and artisans amid a warm, homely setting. Expect English breakfasts, shakshuka, bacon corn hash and granola. The welcoming staff will also give you the lowdown on where the produce comes from. Our favorite dish: the spicy black risotto.

Sukhumvit Soi 45, 02-662-4478. BTS Phrom Phong. Open Mon-Fri 11am-midnight; Sat-Sun 10:30am-midnight

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Phrom Phong Sweet Pista Cheesecakes, kakigori and crumbles provide Thonglor’s dessert-seekers with good reason to seek out this sleek, bare concrete cafe in a residential neighborhood. But the menu also packs some full-on meaty flavor courtesy of a dry-aging fridge filled with slabs of US beef. Other all-day crowd-pleasers include burgers and chicken waffles, while those after a good cheesesteak won’t be disappointed either. Sukhumvit Soi 31, 02-662-2866. Open Tue-Sun 11am-10pm Exclusively for Citi credit card members Get 10% discount when spending THB 1,000 or more /sales slip or get 5% discount when spending THB 500 or more /sales slip Today - 31 Oct 17

Veganerie Concept Once a vegan dessert cafe, this name also now does savory dishes like zucchini pasta, vegan sausage, mushroom burgers and vegan massaman curry served with air-fried roti. Finish with sweet treats like cashew nut paste-based cheese pies and waffles. 35/2 Soi Methi Niwet, Sukhumvit Rd., 02-258-8489, 089628-8803. BTS Phrom Phong. Open daily 10am-10pm Exclusively for Citi credit card members Get 5% discount when spending THB 1,000 or more /sales slip Today - 31 Oct 17

Wonderwall #26 This bright, cozy space on one of Sukhumvit’s most pleasant-looking streets serves coffee from P&F roaster and familiar baked items. The cafe also adds a breakfast and brunch menu of eggs Benedict waffles and French toast with fresh fruits. The slow bar features selected rotating beans from Japan, Australia and Hong Kong. A Square, 120 Sukhumvit Soi 26, 099-424-6592. Open daily 9am-6pm

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Riverside & Old Town Head across the river for coffee at Duangrit Bunnag’s Jam Factory (see page 42), or hit up the Old Town to discover Farm to Table’s amazing Thai-style ice cream (see page 42).

Elefin Coffee

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Riverside & Old town Elefin Coffee A stone’s throw from the reclining Buddha at Wat Pho, this charming Thai cafe is all about local beans, serving only 100 percent arabica sourced from Chiang Rai, which they roast themselves right here in the cafe. The coffee menu is short as they brew only from an espresso machine, but you can still enjoy a classic cup of coffee. Other branches are at Museum Siam and Hansar Hotel. 394/1-2 Maharaj Rd., 02-6221115, 085-074-4405. Open daily 8am-8pm

Gram Farm to Table, Hideout Nestled in a century-old Rama 5-era house, this charming space may require an effort to find, but the finished result is well worth it. Duck behind Pak Khlong Talat flower market and you’ll find a cozy, contemporary-yet-rustic cafe that plays up the fresh market location with vegetable baskets and metal food carts. The menu spans simple European dishes like roast chicken salad as well as Asian desserts (get the coconut rice dumplings). There’s also a Chiang Mai coffee slow bar. 15 Soi Tha Klang, 02-004-8771. Open Thu-Sun 10am9pm; Mon 10am-9pm; Tue 10am-9pm

Formerly of Sukhumvit Soi 49, this cafe relocated the riverside recently, bringing all its Brooklyn-referencing charm along with it. Begin your day of Old Town exploration with a stack of banana pancakes or plate of eggs, French toasts and sausages cooked a la minute. Alternatively, drop by at lunch for pasta and pulled pork burgers, as welll as healthy dishes like salmon quinoa sushi and acai bowls. Tha Maharaj, Maharaj Rd., 02-024-1323. Open daily 9am-9pm Exclusively for Citi credit card members Get 10% discount on food only when spending THB 800 or more /sales slip or get a complimentary pancake valued THB 220 when spending THB 1,500 or more /sales slip (limit 1 dish /card /table /sales slip) Today - 31 Dec 17

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Li-bra-ry Café The coffee’s strong, the clientele’s hip and the riverside location’s perfect at this cafe within the complex of design offices founded by local starchitect Duangrit Bunnag. The adjoining bookstore focuses firmly on Thai publications, and throws out some wonderful gift ideas, from postcard prints to Japan travel guides. To get there, the ferry next to Royal Orchid Sheraton hotel costs just five baht. The Jam Factory, 41/4 Charoen Nakorn Rd., 02-8610968. Open daily 9am-8pm

Life and Kuisine At this eye-catching bright blue venue on Phra Sumen Road, a group of motorcycle lovers have forged a like-minded community. Get together with your biker gang and enjoy a turkey sandwich that carries a spicy hint in its chili cheese, or a ballsy plate of braised and roasted barbecue ribs. Thai touches abound in the spaghetti pad keemao (spicy stirfried) with shrimp and crab. You can also grab some motorbike gear at the adjoining showroom. 589 Phra Sumen Rd., 092-919-4656. Open Tue-Fri 10am-8pm; Sat 7:30am-8pm; Sun 7am-6pm

Wanderlust Not far from Chinatown’s rising hipster rendezvous of Soi Nana, Wanderlust sources its beans from Chiang Mai to create perfect espressos, drip coffee and coffee-based mocktails. It also dishes out Melbourne cafe-inspired dishes with flavorful twists. The chia pudding, for example, also features coconut milk and tropical fruits, while the skillet Dutch pancake mixes the crispy baby Dutch pancake style with America’s thicker, fluffier interpretation. 149-151 Rama 4 Rd., 083-046-8647. MRT Hua Lamphong. Open Mon-Thu 8am-8pm; Fri-Sun 8am-10pm

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ESSENTIALS

The Coffee Club

The Coffee Galleria

Crepes & Co

Head chef James Bradbury takes inspiration from cafe culture around the world to curate a wholesome and hearty menu of breakfast and brunch classics with the odd creative twist. Drop by first thing in the morning to enjoy savory classics like big breakfast plates, omelets and eggs Benedict, or make a pit stop for delicious coffee alongside coconut pancakes. Originally from Australia, The Coffee Club now has branches throughout Bangkok.

Both a cafe and easygoing after-work bar, The Coffee Galleria takes over three stories of a prime spot on Sukhumvit Soi 12, offering hearty breakfasts, good coffee, beer, wine and cocktails. Drop by first thing for a big plate of bacon, eggs, sausages and hash browns, or visit in the evening for a juicy burger or even some somtam. This being Soi 12, there’s excellent Korean food, too, from Korean rice to bibimguksu noodles with spare ribs.

From a charming wood-paneled villa

G/F, Major Ekkamai, 1239 Sukhumvit Rd., 02-381-2736. Open SunThu 6:30am-10pm; Fri-Sat 6:30am11:30pm. BTS Ekkamai

Sukhumvit Soi 12, 02-653-0177. Open daily 8am-12am.

Patissez

Siwilai Cafe

Toby’s

The latest player to offer Australian-style coffee culture in Bangok is none other than this cafe chain from Canberra that claims to be the original creator of the “freakshake” (those trending milkshakes piled high with cookies, cream and other dessert toppings). Enjoy dishes like smashed avocado with ricotta on house-made sourdough and Freak Burgers (two Aussie beef patties, double cheese, bacon, bacon jam and barbecue sauce) amid real wood decor, dangling lamps, neon signs and ferns.

Following a shopping spree in Siwilai, Bangkok’s hippest boutique, pull up a mid-century modern dining chair at this blissfully light-filled cafe. A produce-driven menu is matched by excellent cocktails. Get the chicken schnitzel and the fresh and inviting salmon salad, washed down with a glass of Re-charge—gin, melon, cucumber and vanilla. Come the cooler months, it has an outdoor terrace, too.

This photogenic cafe decked out with an eye-catching red brick and wood exterior rolls out all-day Australian breakfast staples and specialty coffee. Regulars order the Egg Mikado, which features sourdough topped with two poached eggs, cured salmon and yellow hollandaise sauce. Also grab the delicious Morning Sunshine cold-press juice, featuring carrot, Granny Smith apple and lime.

5/F, Central Embassy, 1031 Phloen Chit Rd., 02-160-5836. Open daily 10am-10pm. BTS Ploen Chit

75 Sukhumvit Soi 38, 02-712-1774. Open Tue-Sun 9am-10pm

Parc 39, 5/9 Sukhumvit Soi 39, 02185-3258. Open Mon-Fri 10am6pm; Sat-Sun 9am-9pm

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on Lang Suan Road, Bangkok’s original purveyor of simple French comfort food dishes out classic crepes, Moroccan tagines and hearty pastas. Or drop by for the delicious sweet dishes, from fluffy stacks of pancakes to ice cream cookies. A neighborhood favorite, booking’s highly recommended if you want a seat overlooking the garden. 59/4 Lang Suan Soi 1, 02-0153388. Open Mon-Sat 9am-11pm; Sun 8am-11pm

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Tsujiri Japan’s old-school matcha specialist, Tsujiri, has arrived in Bangkok. The teahouse brand traces its origins back to the original Tsujiri in Kyoto, founded in the green-tea heartland of Uji in 1860 (though today’s legendary Gion Tsujiri in Kyoto is a separate organization). Alongside good ol’ matcha in a bowl and other hot and cold green tea varieties, the menu is studded with contemporary offerings like ice-blended matcha and houjicha, floats and the star matcha soft serve. 7/F (Helix Dining), The EmQuartier, Sukhumvit Rd., 091-569-6924. Open daily 10am-10pm. BTS Phrom Phong

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Kuppadeli Kuppa has long been a popular international cafe and restaurant on Sukhumvit Soi 16. Its mini-me is Kuppadeli on Asoke, which does breakfast and lunch treats in a sundrenched setting. The lovely loft-like space features a prominent bar and cooking station from which come fancy breakfast options like egg white frittata with mascarpone and parmesan, plus lunch favorites like chicken pesto penne or the Autralian wagyu bavette steak. The Pride-Asoke Towers, Sukhumvit Soi 21 (Asoke), 02-664-2350. Open daily 7am-9pm

La Vanille Want to know who five-star hotels get there ice cream from ? It’s these French guys whose FDA certified factory produces up to two tons of the stuff every day—they even claim that a scoop of La Vanille ice cream is served in Thailand every three seconds. Ever since the brand was founded in 2008, they have also kept their ice creams and sorbets completely free from chemicals and artificial ingredients. 02-136-1816, 087-087-5432. www. lavanille.co.th

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Index Sathorn-Silom

Victory Monument-Ari

Ceresia Coffee Roasters 6

Aran Bicicletta 27

Everyday by Karmakamet

Chibi Chibi 27

Coffee Craftsman x Yarden 6 Kumi Restaurant & Healthy Corner

6 7

Luka 7 Not Just Another Cup

Rocket Coffeebar S.12

Printa Cafe 10 Size S 10

The Commons 13 D’Ark 13 Ekkamai Macchiato 14 Ink & Lion Cafe Kaizen Coffee Co.

Common Room x Ari

Kay’s Boutique Breakfast

Some Time Blue

Factory Coffee 28 Sati 29

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Nikko Cafe 15 Onion 15

Nana-Asoke Chunky 32 Gastro 1/6 (RMA Institute) It’s Happened to be a Closet

32 33

Kuppa 33 Paris Mikki

Phrom Phong Baker Gonna Bake

Organika 16

Casa Lapin x26

Toby’s 17

Freebird 38

Pacamara Coffee Roasters

La Creperie 37

Warm Wood Cafe

Grind Size 38

Brave Roasters 20 Brooklyn Baker 20 Clinton Street Baking Company

Gallery Drip Coffee

Crepes & Co.

Holey Artisan Bakery

Open House 22 Siwilai Cafe 23 WWA 23

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