Category Archives: Food and Dining

Sentul Floating Market: Pasar Ah Poong (Apung)

Posted on February 8, 2015 by

Pasar Ah Poong or Abung (which means floating in English) is a medium sized food market/ open air food court on the bank of a river in Sentul, just near the large Islamic centre as you get off the toll … Continue reading →

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Durian; the king of of fruits

Posted on June 20, 2013 by

You either love durian or hate durian. It’s smelly, creamy, tantalising and it’s one of the most unique smells of Asia. One of the treats that I always enjoy when we visit the sailing club  is stopping by one of … Continue reading →

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Cheap Charlies Bar, Sukhumvit Soi 11 Bangkok

Posted on November 7, 2012 by

Cheap Charlies Bar, Sukhumvit Soi 11 Bangkok A must see in Bangkok is Cheap Charlies Bar, Sukhumvit Soi 11. This hole in the wall bar has been an institution for in Soi 11 for years. Actually, it’s just a little … Continue reading →

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Secret entrance to hip lounge

Posted on June 15, 2012 by

Tabac in French means “Tobacco”, and in France it usually refers to small shops selling cigarettes, cigars, cigarillos, candies and some drinks. Tabac Lounge & Bar in Kemang is a small little shop not far from Eastern Promise Bar, and … Continue reading →

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Bangkok Floating Market : Taling Chan

Posted on April 25, 2012 by

Not the colourful, famous Damnoen Saduak floating market, which I personally think is a terrible tourist trap and several hours drive from Bangkok, but Taling Chan Floating Market, in Chak Pra, just over the river from Bangkok. It was set up … Continue reading →

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