VIVA Bangkok Issue 40

VIVA

Bangkok September 25th 2013

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Jaguar Jessica

Your What s On Guide to This Week in Bangkok

Daily Events Click on event for more information

Oktoberfest @ BeerVault. Celebrations continue through to 31st October.

Oktober German Menu @ Dream Hotel. Lunch and dinner until 31st October.

Oktoberfest @ Banyan Tree Hotel. Until 27th at Romai, and Oct 7 at Moon Bar. Celebrity Chef Giancarlo Perbellini @ VIU, St. Regis Bangkok. 25th to 29th.

Young Programme 2013 @ La Lanta Fine Art Gallery. 28th to October 24th.

Global Warming @ Ardel Gallery of Modern Art. Artist: Lampu Kansanoh.

Until October 20th.

Life in Nature @ DOB Hualamphong Gallery. Group exhibition by Jerawit Surtsit, Joshua Parry, Chaiya Wannalert and Surasak Sornsena. Until Oct.27th.

Common ­ Nature @ Ardel's Third Place Gallery. Works of art by Chutchawan Wannapois. Until October 27th.

So Amazing Chefs @ Sofitel So. Four day epicurean showcase. 25th to 28th.

Deconstructing Burma @ Art In Effect (AIE) Galleries. Until October 20th.

Touch of D Sens Panache @ Dusit Thani Bangkok. The pairing of duck and goose liver with Chef Christian Ham's outstanding touch of flair. Until 28th.

Folded Lines. A Jewellery Exhibition by Christiane Köhne @ ATTA Gallery.

September 12th ­ October 13th.

Authentic Thai Fish and Prawn Dishes @ Celadon, The Sukhothai. Served for lunch and dinner from 9th­30th September.

German Food Festival @ Patummat Restaurant, The Sukosol. Executive Chef Christian s favourite traditional dishes. Until October 4th.

Grey Beauty Art Exhibition @ Galerie N. Theekawut Boonvijit. Until 30th.

Visual Diaries @ Neilson Hays Library. Until September 29th.

Thai Food at its Best @ Saffron, Banyan Tree. Throughout September. The humble yet famous street cuisine of Bangkok.

Hainanese Chicken Rice @ Terrace@72. Throughout September. Singapore s famous Bugis Street Hainanese Chicken Rice comes to Bangkok!

Defaced Fruit with American Indians @ 338 OIDA Gallery. An exhibition by Dennis Balk. September 6th to October 31st.

Iberico Pork @ Scarlett Wine Bar and Restaurant. Highest quality hams available throughout September.

Karma Police @ 100 Tonson Gallery. A solo exhibition by Yuree Kensaku, one of Thailand s most outstanding young female artists. August 29 to November 3.

Strawberry Fields @ RMA Institute. Funky Graffiti and Graphic Works by Yuree Kensaku, May­T, Rukkit and P7. September 1st to 30th.

Vavoon 2013 @ M Theatre. The comedy stage drama of the year. 13th ­ 29th.

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Wednesday September 25th Finding The Funk @ Nest Rooftop. A 90 s East Coast experience.

Acoustic Opejazz Wednesday @ L Appart. Yves Baron Le Tenor.

Wonder Women @ Marshmallow. Ladies get four free Sangrias every Wednesday in this ultimate ladies night out.

Rain Suit Foam Party @ Red Seed. With Nicky Pimp.

Colorization Party @ Bottoms Up. First anniversary party!

C.R.E.A.M. @ Escobar Nunglen. Every Wednesday. 90's To The Future!

Bangkok Invaders @ Velvet. New promotion ­ Every Wednesday.

Ladies First @ The Club Khaosan. With Lisa Bluestar. Every Wednesday ladies get free entry and a cocktail of their choice.

Modelo Qorner @ Q Bar. Models Get 8 Complimentary Drinks!

Every Wednesday.

Girls Night Out @ Woobar, W Bangkok. Every Wednesday until September 30th.

Hip Hop Night with DJ Master D @ Axis and Spin. Wednesday nights in the Sky Bar. Let s Get High @ Muse. DJ Faahsai s high energy every Wednesday gig.

House of Soul @ Nest Rooftop. Every Wednesday. Special ladies drinks all night. Free entry.

Sound Shade 7 Wednesdays @ Le Bar, Sofitel Sukhumvit.

Ladies Night @ Axis and Spin, Continent Hotel. Wednesdays.

Vinyl Pharmacy @ Apoteka Lux. Old Skool hiphop Wednesdays.

Girl Gangs @ Narz. Ladies get five free drinks before midnight!

Super Foxes Ladies Night @ Bash. Belted, buckled and booted!

Above Eleven Ladies Night @ Above Eleven. Salsa music and 50% discount for ladies drinks.

High Heels and Lipstick Night @ Platinum Lounge, Novotel Bangkok Platinum Hotel. Every Wednesday. Buy 1 get 1 free drink plus 10 baht discount will be provided per inch of heel!

Ladies Night @ Q Bar. Every Wednesday. Ladies free entry all night plus two free drinks.

The brand new Jaguar F­Type was unveiled to an expectant Bangkok audience at the St. Regis on September 18th. A two­seater convertible, the F­Type is poised to become the definitive sports car in the Jaguar line­up, focused on performance, agility and driver involvement.

All models come with a V6 or V8 engine coupled with a twin­vortex supercharger.

Danai Chandrangam, General Manager ­ City Automobiles Co. Ltd., Said, The launch of the new Jaguar F­Type is a significant milestone in Jaguar s history, confirming a new sporting era in which the brand has become truly alive. This sports car is uniquely suited to the Thai market, and for the Thai driver who loves the sporting spirit of the Jaguar brand. Supercharged engines, lightweight aluminium body construction and advanced driving technologies deliver a responsive and dramatic driving experience that is

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Photos by Paul Hutton

second to none. The car excels in four areas, creating a unique position within the marketplace. The F­Type IS fast, FEELS fast, LOOKS fast and has enduring appeal.

The F­Type combines cutting­edge technology with raw power. The weight and design give it natural agility, and stability is enhanced by active aerodynamics. The speed is derived from a combination of

either a V6 or V8 engine coupled with a twin­vortex supercharger which is equipped on all models. Power of up to 495PS and torque of up to 625Nm add up to a lot of speed in a minimal amount of time; the F­Type is capable of accelerating from 0 to 100km/h in just 4.3 seconds.

The top speed of 300km/h leaves no doubt that the car is built to deliver ultimate performance.

The close­ratio 8­speed Quickshift automatic gearbox allows for rapid gear changes and can be effortlessly controlled from steering wheel paddles as well as from the central console. The sports seats hug the figure of the driver and passenger, as the Active Sports Exhaust howls with a satisfying, rich sound in the upper rev range.

The F­Type has a sensible yet sophisticated interior; the driver is left with the feeling of being in a cockpit, with neatly ordered form and elegant placement of instruments. The controls are a harmonious mix of touchscreen and analogue, adding a tactile element to the driving experience.

It features a driver­focused interior design, with low seating position offering proximity to the centre of gravity and good visibility. All aspects of the car have been integrated to deliver a series of outstanding sensory experiences.

The F­Type was designed on a platform based on not only luxury and performance, but on sustainability and superior usability. Its new Gen­2 lightweight aluminum construction combined with its extensive use of recycled plastics and aluminum results in it being 85% recyclable and 95% recoverable. Fuel economy and efficiency are maximized by the 8­speed Quickshift automatic transmission and the Intelligent Stop Start system. An array of options include a 12 second electric roof operation, a Blind Spot Monitor, Reverse Traffic Detection, and reversing cameras.

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Event host Elizabeth Sadler with the new F­Type Jaguar

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Photos Courtesy of Jaguar

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Pink Elephant Breast Cancer Awareness Month at Blue Elephant

The Blue Elephant is making an effort to bring people together and raise awareness for breast cancer during the month of October.

Chef Nooror Somany Steppe, Ambassador to the Queen Sirikit Centre for Breast Cancer (QSCBC), has collaborated with Dr. Kris Chatamra, Founder and Director of QSCRB, to identify specific herbs, fruits and vegetables rich in anti­oxidants, and those known to have anti­cancer qualities and anti­inflammatory properties in order to create a special, highly nutritious, five­course menu entitled Pink Ribbon to mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Fresh, organic ingredients such as Honey, Gac Fruit, Mimosa, Ginger, Soursop, Holy Basil, Mango Lime Yawn Ovation and Indian Mulberry have been used to conjure up a delicious series of innovative dishes such as Tom Jew Consommé (Clear beef consommé of tenderloin beef, sweet potatoes flavored with Thai holy basil and sweet basil), Rambutan Ivy leaf Soup with Soursop leaves (Rambutan stuffed with minced free­range Chicken and organic prawns, Ivy gourd and Soursop leaves), Indian Mulberry Rib Eye Curry (Prime Rib Eye beef grilled and braised in homemade southern­style curry with Indian Mulberry leaves), Lesser Ginger Crab Soufflé (Fresh, crispy crab meat, home­made red curry paste, sweet basil leaves and lesser ginger), and Mango Pudding (Mango pudding with fresh mango coconut sticky rice and vanilla ice­cream encrusted with toasted Royal Project macadamia nuts and homemade Mango Lime Yawn Ovation compote).

The Pink Ribbon menu, priced at Baht 1,980++ per person, will be available for lunch and dinner throughout the month of October.

Guests can book the table now to show their support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Guests who book the six­course Pink Ribbon menu will not only receive a souvenir created by a breast cancer survivor who volunteers for the cause but can rest assured that all proceeds raised from the sale of the Pink ribbon menu and souvenirs will also be donated towards Thai women in need at QSCBC. Photos by Paul Hutton.

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Thursday September 26th Aof Pongsak Concert @ Fallabella and Monkey Bar. Live Jazz Night @ Wine Pub. Presented by Black and Jack Daniel's.

Justin Bieber ­ Believe Tour Live in Bangkok @ Challenger Hall.

Srirajah Rockers and Basement Tape Live @ Harmonica.

The Three's: What Fa Duck @ Cafe Democ. Every last Thursday.

In The Loop @ Q Bar. Every Thursday with two for one drinks.

Thursday Live: Musika Requests @ Nest Rooftop. The 6­ piece band.

Spank Me Thursdays @ Cafe Democ. The cheeky night moves from Wednesdays to Thursdays.

Fashion Night/Latin Night @ Axis and Spin. Ladies get two free drinks.

OKB in Da House @ Velvet. A new weekly party every Thursday.

Kontraband Deep Liquid Drum and Bass @ Apoteka Thonglor.

De Modelism @ Demo. Free drinks for models. Every Thursday, with DJs Space Monkey and Skinny Mark.

Uni Night @ Dickinson s. Every Thursday. With live DJs. Gossip Girls @ Gossip Bar. Weekly Gossip Girls ladies night!

Ambar Ladies Night Fiesta @ Four Points by Sheraton. Free Sangria!

F Party @ Love F Bar. Exclusive models night with free shisha.

Future Funk @ Grease. Every Thursday ­ some seriously funky tunes.

Funk Soul Brother Thursdays @ Playground Bubbles and Mixology.

Vibetown @ Route 66. Every Thursday ­ mayhem, sexy people, unlimited drinks, off­the­wall jammin beats and four DJs. Too Sexy Thursday @ Levels. Every Thursday ­ Three Free Drinks for Ladies before Midnight.

UB Rising @ Q Bar/Bash. Each and every Thursday night the UB Radio crew will be showcasing their stable of cutting edge DJs. Indian Buffet in Bangkok @ Coco s Cafe. Every Thursday to Sunday.

Model Night @ Velvet Nightclub. Every Thursday.

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Friday September 27th

Fresh n Funky @ Marshmallow. Every Friday with DJ Markus.

Popscene Live @ Apoteka Thonglor. Chipmunks, Aerolips etc.

The Wizard of Oz @ British Club. Friday and Saturday performances.

Chang Export Party @ Sonic. With The Richman Toy, Barbies.

Dubway Sessions @ Cafe Democ. Swindle, Vincent Smith, Bariyard.

Thai Drum n Bass Chapter 2 @ Fish, Cosmic Cafe, RCA. Boom Boom Cash @ Why97 Pub. Music in The Rain Final Part.

Jesse Voorn @ Q Bar. All the way from The Netherlands.

Body Combat @ Fallabella and Monkey Bar. Wear any sportswear.

Pretty Pink @ L Appart. Despite her young age and today's digital age she prefers to work, totally "old school", with records.

Rich Boy Bash @ Velvet. Guests: DJ Joe and MC Nasty.

Movers and Shakers @ Hilton Sukhumvit s The Summit (25th floor).

Tech House @ Dickinson s Culture Cafe. Every last Friday.

Sebastien Leger @ Glow. French underground house & techno legend.

Mon Cheri Models Night @ Narz. Every Friday night.

Countdown to Sixth Anniversary @ Wip168. Every Friday with a different DJ line­up.

The House of Bash @ Bash. Every Friday night with DJ Mikey Mike.

Friday Flight Night @ The Club Khaosan. House, Electro, Big Room, Funky and a two hour happy hour promotion. Every Friday.

Beauty Hall Beauties Seven Acclaimed Beauty Gurus Presented the Latest Make-up Trends AcharaUmpujh, Senior Executive Vice President of The Mall Group Company Limited, hosted a grand celebration to mark Beauty Hall s 14th Anniversary at Paragon Department Store. As 14 is the auspicious number, seven influential make-up artists were invited to recreate seven different looks on seven beauty icons at Beauty Hall on M Floor of Paragon Department Store on September 19th.

The new Beauty Hall has been transformed into a spectacular, spacious venue that will hopefully enhance the shopping experience for all.

To mark the occasion, Beauty Hall has invested over two million baht in renovations, to make it a truly world-class beauty destination in Bangkok. For the past 14 years, Beauty Hall has been a beauty phenomenon spotlighting over 200 brands, and will be joined by new brands such as Philosophy, Dr. Vranjes, AnnickGoutal, Boucheron, Balmin, Make Up Factory, and various others during the remainder of the year.

White and gold have been used to reflect elegance, while starburst chandeliers create a sense of magical glamour. To bring out the emphasis on Beauty Hall being a world-class beauty destination, the owners chose the design team HMKM London, the award-winning and internationally reputed design consultancy acknowledged for their work with leading department stores worldwide, including the prestigious Harrods and Selfridges stores in London.

Inspired by the artistry behind international fashion runways, the space has been lavishly bedecked with motifs and bronze-coloured mirror frames.

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Photos by Paul Hutton

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Celebrate Oktoberfest with a Beerfest Manohra Cruise Festival lovers looking for an exciting way to celebrate this year s Oktoberfest are invited to indulge in Manohra Cruises special Oktoberfest Cruise, departing from Anantara Bangkok Riverside Resort & Spa s private pier. Combining the pleasures of cruising the iconic River of Kings with the vibrant attractions of this world famous annual German event, this one of a kind voyage is designed for people who adore Germany s renowned beers and traditional cuisine.

Travelling in the old world luxury of a beautifully restored antique rice barge, the Oktoberfest Cruise offers free flowing German beer and a traditional German buffet. Guests can enjoy endless selections of authentic appetisers and salads including Geraeuchertes Forellenfilet smoked trout fillet and Wurstsalat Julienne of Lyoner tossed with cheese, gherkins, onions and herbs. Flavourful soup c reations comprise liver dumpling Leberknoedelsuppe and a Kartoffelcremesuppe rich potato soup with croutons. Hearty hot dishes feature highlights such as Leberkaese grilled meat loaf topped with a fried egg and sauerkraut, Weisswuerstl Bavarian veal sausages which are poached and served with sweet mustard and Schweinshaxn roasted ham hock with sautéed potatoes and sauerkraut, accompanied by a host of vegetarian dishes and a selection of traditional German breads. Irresistible desserts tempt diners with delights like Apfelstrudel Munich apple strudel and Prinzregententorte hazelnut nougat cake with vanilla sauce.

Getting into the festive spirit is even more enjoyable with great live German music, culminating in the ultimate beer, buffet and entertainment cruise.

The Oktoberfest Cruise is available every day from 14th to 20th October 2013 from 5:30 pm ­ 10:30 pm and is priced at THB 1,700++ per person, including free flow German beer and soft drinks, as well as a traditional German buffet.

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Six Senses Yao Noi launches an Exclusive Syrah Rosé by Thai Winemaker Nikki Visootha Lohitnavy Following on from the wonderful success of the Six Senses Chenin Blanc wine launched in November 2012, Six Senses Yao Noi has seen a very successful launch of a second exclusive wine, the Six Senses Syrah Rosé.

For the Hilltop Reserve launch on 16th August, wine maker Nikki Lohitnavy ­ Thailand s most dynamic, youngest and only female graduated oenologist and viticulturist, flew in to the resort to present the Rosé to guests and the resort team.

The fresh, vibrant Rosé is produced from one hundred percent Syrah grapes grown in Thailand s Asoke Valley, which is a two hour drive north­east of Bangkok. Together with the resort, Nikki produced this exciting and fresh wine, which shows a red berry fruit and hint of red flowers on the nose, with a fresh citrusy acidity along with a tutti­fruity finish.

The wine is produced exclusively for Six Senses Yao Noi, expressly with the cuisine in mind. It captures the essence of the resort, which is all about freshness, and innovation. It is sustainably produced ­ a key factor for the resort.

Nikki Lohitnavy is the youngest winemaker in Thailand, and just happens to be a woman. She studied Oenology at Adelaide University in Australia. When she arrived there in 2005 she was the first Thai student to take the intensive four­year course.

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Citi Thailand and Around Magazine Hold Exclusive Fashion Show and Party at Hilton Sukhumvit Bangkok Hotel

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Latest Offers/Happy Hours/Happenings New Look of Dusit Gourmet

Dusit Gourmet at Dusit Thani Bangkok has revealed a new range of products that are sure to delight travelling guests and residents alike. The stylish new range, which includes cookies, savoury snacks and unique condiments are now available in unique Art Deco packaging that is as much a treat for the eye as the contents are for the tastebuds.

Delectable snacks such as Vanilla Kipferl and Raspberry Sable Cookies have been lovingly produced from closely guarded recipes by Dusit Gourmet s outstanding Pastry Chef Slawek Golaszewski. Once prepared, the delicious items (which also extend to a cultured range of condiments such as Chili Olive Oil) have been brought alive by Dusit Thani Bangkok s talented designers who have developed a unique range of packaging. ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­

The Sukosol Introduces Family Package Now you can spend some relaxing time with the special people in your life with the Family Getaway Package at The Sukosol in Bangkok.

This two­night Family Package is for a spacious Family Room offeredfor Bht. 9,500++ for two adults and two Children.

The package comes with unlimited complimentary WiFi connection, daily breakfast, four signature drinks at Sapphire Bar, a special late check­out at 3:00 pm., An exotic family buffet dinner at Patummat International Restaurant, goody bags for the children, a welcome surprise awaiting you upon arrival such as a teddy, or a glass of wine and canapés, and 25% discount for booking any extended nights at The Sukosol.

The special offer is available from now until December 20th, 2013.

Saturday September 28th WhiteLine Party @ Fun Fact. Judy House Nation, DJ Phoenix and MC J Cool.

Siam Cubano Band @ Imperial Queen's Park Hotel. Latin Rhythms Concert.

Outside In Live: Helmetheads @ Cosmic Cafe. Helmetheads perform live.

So Pool Party @ Sofitel So. Eight hours of afternoon and evening chilling.

DJ Lab 2013 @ Woobar, W Hotel. Two days of music happenings ­ 28th & 29th.

The 90's Mixtape @ Nest Rooftop. Presented by Sideshow Kuts.

Once Upon a Dream @ Sonic. Beer Buffet Party!

Get Wet Go Wild Pool Party @ Ambar, Four Points by Sheraton.

Black Night Concert ­ Beautiful Broken Heart @ Thammasat University.

DJs on Stage vs The Star @ Royal Paragon Hall. Gun­Napat, Rit­Ruengrit etc.

Infinite First World Tour @ Thunder Dome. One Great Step.

The Avengers Nine Smile Concert @ CentralWorld Live.

Foosball Contest @ Playground. Played on Bonzini tables with teams of two.

Godung Celebrates Japanese Invention @ Cosmic Cafe. Live bands and DJs. Yippiee Label Night @ Glow. Flying all the way from Hanover to Bangkok.

M2F Bangkok Music Fest @ CentralWorld. All the top bands live. 28th & 29th.

So Rich, So Pretty @ Marshmallow. Every Saturday with DJ Piya.

Vision @ Q Bar. Every Saturday ­ Sunju Hargun and Kimball Collins.

Luce House Vibe @ Luce, Eastin Grande. Every Thursday to Saturday night.

Sunday September 29th Sunday Buffet Brunch. Brunches galore in our weekly round up: Events Weekly Vivid @ Velvet. Models get five free drinks every Sunday.

Backyard BBQ and Motown @ Indus. Chillin in the backyard garden.

The Beatles 50th Anniversary Charity Concert @ Barsu. Concert for UNICEF. Suthep Wongkamhaeng Concert @ Bangkok Convention Center, Ladprao.

Mao and Dang Concert @ Chalermkrung Royal Theatre.

Jai Prasan Jai Charity Concert @ Thai National Theatre. The National Symphony Orchestra conducted by Sathaporn Niyomthong.

Purple Love @ Love F Bar. Every Sunday from 7pm to 2am.

Remedy @ Apoteka Lux. Your weekly dose of Sunday bass, beats, eats and treats.

Ghetto Fabulous @ Q Bar. Every Sunday, with Hydro Phonics and DJ Tech12 After Party @ Bash. Ghetto Fabulous at Q Bar continues at Bash.

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Monday September 30th MoMoBKK 7 @ Bangkok Marriot Hotel Sukhumvit. Mobile Monday Bangkok #7 with the makers of Angry Birds.

Lamb of God Live in Bangkok @ Hollywood Awards. Only 1,000 tickets available!

Monday is the New Saturday @ Marshmallow. Every Monday with DJ Pepe.

Daily DJ Themes @ ZUMA. Happy Hour 9 ­11 pm daily, plus different themed DJ nights on a daily basis.

Lady Night Party @ Virgin by Wip168. Every Monday. Four ladies per table ­ get a bottle of Red free before 11pm.

CM2 Ladies Night @ Novotel Siam Square. Now every Monday. The party that pampers ladies.

Blue Monday @ Nest Rooftop. Are you feeling blue? Nest has the perfect antidote every Monday.

Boom Box Mondays @ Q Bar. Hailing from the land of the rising sun DJ To­Ru eases you into the week with some classic hip hop, both old and new! Free entry all night.

Tuesday October 1st That Light @ Demo. Dress code: Colourful and Glowing!

Wine on Tuesdays @ Nest Rooftop. Celebrate the grape every Tuesday.

On The Rock @ Grease. Every Tuesday. With DJ Mod. Velvet Ladies Night @ Velvet Nightclub. Every Tuesday.

DJ Queen P Rules @ Axis and Spin. Every Tuesday.

Explicit Tuesdays @ Levels. Chill Out, Jazz, Deep House, House, Tech House with DJ Smiley, DJ Neil Thorpe, DJ Brandon Neville.

Free entry.

Tha Beatlounge @ Q Bar. With DJ Jedie: 5X National DJ Champion, DJ Jedie is the real deal when it comes to Hip Hop in Thailand.

Flix Bkk Models Night @ Flix. Every Tuesday Flix welcomes all Bangkok models for a night of partying.

Photos by Paul Hutton

Porsche Panamera S E­Hybrid Launched at Intercontinental Bangkok AAS Auto Service (AAS), the sole authorized importer and distributor of Porsche cars in Thailand, introduced the second generation Panamera S E­Hybrid at Intercontinental Hotel on September 24th.

The Porsche Panamera S E­Hybrid is the world s first plug­in hybrid in the luxury class and it is equipped with 416 hp of system power.

The new Panamera S E­Hybrid underscores its exceptional positioning with an even more expressive design language in the style of the new sports car generations that are marked by tighter lines, more pronounced contours and newly shaped body elements.

The Panamera S E­Hybrid is a systematically advanced development of the parallel full hybrids with a more powerful electric motor, a higher­performance battery that supplies more energy and the ability to charge it externally from the

electrical grid. The electric drive produces 95 hp (70 kW), which is more than double the power of the previous model s electric motor at 47 hp (34 kW). It draws its energy from a newly developed lithium­ion battery, which at 9.4 kWh has over five times the 1.7 kWh energy capacity of the previous battery in nickel metal hydride technology.

Depending on the type of external electrical supply, the battery may be fully charged within as little as a few hours, and the battery is recharged by electrical system recuperation while driving.

The comfortable eight­speed automatic Tiptronic S operates in the Panamera S E­Hybrid and this transmission creates optimal conditions for further development of other efficiency functions. For example, the extended start­stop function now deactivates the engine earlier while coasting to a stop, which saves more fuel. The new Panamera S E­Hybrid also offers many differentiating exterior characteristics.

Further customisation is achieved by the numerous options that are offered, including the new LED headlights, which give the Gran Turismo a very special appearance.

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Photos Courtesy of Porsche

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It s Personal: A Photographic Exhibition by Ekkarat Punyatara It's my personal, maybe. It's your personal, maybe. It's somebody's personal, maybe.

Through It s Personal , a year long project, Ekkarat Punyatara, a young and emerging Thai documentary photographer observed and documented the lives of the monks in New York. The thoughts that were shared between him and monks he defined as his 'teachers', he had ultimately developed his understanding towards Buddhism's method, The Middle Way, the personal journey of each person's mind observing very tiny feelings and moods for control and cognition of who we are.

It's Personal visualises the monks; the way how they live and their personal journeys through their simple daily life as human beings who stand firm on Buddha's path, not as the holy saint, the illusion Ekkarat had felt in Thailand before he pursues this story.

Ekkarat believes that we all are surrounded by lures, which our mood and temper are easily aroused. He intends to use It's Personal as a tool to provoke his audiences to observe the feelings, which are aroused through this 'Personal' story.

Ekkarat Punyatara was born and raised in Bangkok. He studied Photography and Cinematography at Bangkok Technical Campus.

Currently he s a staff photographer at National Geographic Magazine (Thai edition.)

The exhibition will be on at Kathmandu Photo Gallery in Silom from 5 October 10 November 2013

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Movie of the Week

Siam Paragon Beauty Hall 14th Anniversary in Bangkok. Movie by Paul Hutton, Bangkok Scene

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