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Dinner collab / Elements x Sartoria x Fillets / June 13
Elements, inspired by Ciel Bleu at The Okura Prestige Bangkok will host the “Alchemy Of Three – A 6-Hand Convergence" on June 13. Chefs Gerard Villaret Horcajo, Bjørn Tischner of Sartoria by Paulo Airaudo and Chaichat "Randy" Noprapa of Fillets will offer a nine-course collaborative dinner. Seating is limited.
Brazilian night / The Slate Phuket / June 13
On June 13, The Slate Phuket presents "Brazilian Bold – Amazonian Fire Ritual", one of the most immersive dining events the island has seen all year. Rivet & Rebar, The Slate's celebrated open-fired grill, will be transformed into dense layers of lush greenery cascading through the interior, to create a living, breathing forest, which will be brought to life with samba, fire and the seductive aromas of South American cooking. A samba dancer will move through the room, bringing the heartbeat of Brazil directly to the table. Bold is the flagship expression of The Slate Phuket's defining belief: Be Original, Lighthearted and Daring. The menu will include caipirinhas; traditional suckling pig, Brazilian and South American prime beef cuts, Brazilian rice and Feijoada, a Brazilian black bean stew; and for dessert, cheese bread with Dulce de Leche and ice cream, served with a rum shot.
Dry ageing / Bull & Bear / June 15-30
Perched on the 55th floor of Waldorf Astoria Bangkok, Bull & Bear will offer “The Art Of Dry Aging” through an exclusive menu from June 15-30. The menu presents two signature expressions of dry ageing. The first, “Whiskey Butter Aged", features Australian Black Angus and Wagyu MB7, aged for 35 days in a generous layer of butter infused with Michter’s US 1 Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey, while protecting the meat from oxygen exposure throughout the ageing process. Highlights include Australian Black Angus NY Strip Steak, Australian Wagyu Tenderloin MB7 and Full Blood Wagyu Tomahawk MB9. The second technique, “Chipotle Onion & Beef Tallow Aging", focuses on building deeper umami and refined smoky complexity through a 28-day ageing process of True North Black Onyx and Japanese Wagyu from Hokkaido in rendered beef tallow infused with roasted onion and chipotle. Selections include Australian Black Angus Ribeye MB4, Hokkaido Wagyu Ribeye A4 and Saga Wagyu Striploin A4.
Kiwami brunch / Pullman Bangkok King Power / June 7
The Kiwami Brunch Special Edition makes its debut on June 7. Designed as an immersive Japanese-inspired brunch journey, the brunch experience brings together three distinctive dining destinations Cuisine Unplugged, Tenko Omakase, and Leoka Teppanyaki. Highlights include live teppanyaki dishes prepared à la minute, alongside premium ingredients such as whole tuna, caviar and Japanese salmon ikura with ice-filtered vodka, imported European hams, black truffle risotto in a Parmesan wheel, Australian Wagyu prime rib, freshly shucked oysters and an extensive seafood-on-ice selection. The experience is complemented by a refined free-flow beverage programme featuring Champagne, premium sake, handcrafted cocktails, highballs, wine, spirits, and soft drinks.
Charity dinner / Dusit Thani Bangkok / June 10
On June 10, the Lumpini Room at Dusit Thani Bangkok will host a meaningful and delicious fundraiser. "Her Future, Our Promise. A Dinner Of Hope" brings together six Bangkok chefs for a seven-course dinner in support of Friends Of Thai Daughters, an organisation dedicated to protecting the futures of vulnerable girls in Northern Thailand. Every baht raised on the night will be donated to the foundation. Leading the collaboration is chef Andrea Susto of Cannubi by Umberto Bombana, and joining him are chefs DK from Haoma, Tap from Restaurant Coda, Thav from 80/20, Napol from Nawa Thai Cuisine and Steve from I-Sang. The evening begins with a welcome cocktail reception before guests are seated for dinner, which includes a wine pairing.
Anniversary celebration / Holey Artisan Bakery / June 14
Community cafe chain Holey Artisan Bakery turns 10 on June 14 and in celebration there will be a full day of events at its Phra Khanong branch. The Holey Mothership Open Bakery will be free and open to the public with an anniversary menu, a Coffee Works brew tasting, live music and libations and contributions from long-term partners: Beervana, Alchemy, Lucila and BBnB.
Chef visit / Anne-Sophie Pic at Le Normandie / June 11-14
Anne-Sophie Pic at Le Normandie will welcome chef Anne-Sophie Pic back for a limited engagement from June 11-14. Chef Pic returns to the dining room overlooking the Chao Phraya River for four days only, presenting a new chapter of the restaurant’s culinary dialogue. Created for Bangkok, the experience introduces new dishes like La Daurade d’Akashi and La Crevette d’Amakusa. Seafood continues through La Sole de Bretagne, while other highlights include Les Asperges blanches de la Loire.
Paint peace / Avani Ratchada Bangkok / June 13
Avani Ratchada Bangkok will hold the “Paint Your Peace: Mandala Art Therapy – 2nd Edition”, a mindful art workshop designed to nurture emotional well-being through colour and form, at Metro Lounge on June 13. The immersive two-hour experience is led by the creative team from All You Can Art Studio and encourages participants to explore emotions, spark imagination and discover peace in Mandala Art Therapy. Unlimited coffee or infused tea accompanied by wholesome snacks will also be on offer.
World tour / Ministry Of Sound / June 26 and June 27
The Ministry of Sound continues its 35th Anniversary World Tour this June with two Thailand shows featuring Darius Syrossian, Riva Starr and Jesse P. The tour arrives at Illuzion Phuket on June 26 before heading to Seen Beach Club Koh Samui on June 27 for a second event in an open-air beachfront setting. Headlining is Moxy Muzik founder Darius Syrossian, known for his groove-led approach to house and techno, alongside Italian house mainstay and Snatch! Records boss Riva Starr. Jesse P completes the line-up.
Culinary fiesta / Robinson Lifestyle Chachoengsao / Until June 7
Robinson Lifestyle Chachoengsao is hosting the street food and music festival, "Kin Len Yen Jai", until June 7. The event features more than 40 famous food Kiosks serving more than 200 delicious dishes. Highlighting the culinary lineup is "Khun Chai moo krob" (by celebrity Art Pasut), the hottest crispy pork sensation with record-breaking queues. Other viral food stops include Mor Mae June, Kap Khao Kap Poo (overflowing crab rolls), the legendary Jirapan Grilled Chicken, and Lin Thep, famous for premium grilled beef tongue and Picanha steak. Visitors can also enjoy authentic wood-fired pizza from Prachin Buri’s Pizza Napoli, alongside a massive variety of savoury dishes, desserts and refreshing drinks. The festival also features an explosive line-up of live concerts from Thailand’s top artists, including Zeal, Tilly Birds and Ja Nongphanee.
Summer retreat / Chi, The Spa / Until June 30
The Summer Retreat package at Chi, The Spa at Shangri-La Bangkok begins with a 30-minute Aroma Steam, followed by a 30-minute Coconut Salt Scrub and a 60-minute Relaxing Massage. Complete the ritual with a 30-minute Refreshing Facial enhanced by LED Mask Therapy. Available until June 30.
Solo exhibition / 515 Victory Hall / June 11-14
"States Of Alignment" will be on display at 515 Victory Hall from June 11-14. Curated by Cristina Alonso, the exhibition marks Ozo's first presentation in Asia and the most ambitious body of work the artist has produced to date — 18 new paintings in oil and charcoal on canvas, made over the past year and brought together for the first time in Bangkok. The exhibition takes its title from a single proposition. Alignment, in its ordinary public sense, is what we surrender to: a structure, a hierarchy, a code. Ozo's work proposes a different reading. The exhibition opens with a private reception on June 11 with wines from Vinum Lector.
Anniversary celebrations / Cartier Women's Initiative Awards / June 10
The Cartier Women’s Initiative Awards Ceremony celebrates its 20th anniversary on June 10 in Bangkok, with the launch of "Cartier Women’s Initiative Docuseries". The inspiring short film series showcases the journeys of five Thai women entrepreneurs, each leading distinct impact businesses, embodying the powerful theme "Women Lighting The Path". The series features Amata "Pearypie" Chittasenee, urban farming advocator; Orn-napat "Earn" Boonanantaphat, founder of Niran Wreath; Jarinporn "Toey" Joonkiat, co-founder of EEC Thailand (Environmental Education Centre Thailand); Pattaraporn "Nat" Salirathavibhaga, co-founder of Baan Kerd Café & Grocer; and Khemupsorn "Cherry" Sirisukha, founder of SiriThai brand. As a global programme dedicated to supporting women entrepreneurs in impact businesses, the applications for the 2027 programme are now open until June 16.
Photography festival / Nuanu Creative City / Until July 12
Foto Bali Festival 2026 has opened at Nuanu Creative City, marking the beginning of its second edition. Until July 12, the 40-day festival unfolds under the theme "Afterimage", bringing together artists, curators, educators, institutions, collectives and audiences through a programme that expands photography beyond the exhibition format and into a wider field of learning, research, publishing, public dialogue and professional exchange. Foto Bali Festival 2026 presents 36 artists from 24 countries.
Fruit frenzy / Tops / Until June 30
Tops, in collaboration with the Department of Internal Trade, Ministry of Commerce, are joining forces to drive domestic consumption of Thai fruits through fruit festivals. The campaign showcases a selection of seasonal fruits from Thailand’s eastern region, including durian, mangosteen, rambutan, longkong and GI-certified pineapples such as Trat golden pineapple and Rayong golden pineapple. The “Fruit Eastival: Serving The Freshness Of Eastern Fruits” brings a caravan of durian and seasonal fruits sourced from orchards across eastern Thailand. The campaign runs until June 30 at Tops, Tops Food Hall, Tops Daily, Jing Jai Farmers’ Market and Tops Online.
World Environment Month / Open House / Until June 30
Central Embassy's Open House celebrates World Environment Month through an art exhibition, workshops and an eco-conscious design market. More than 30 paintings and sculptures created by 15 leading Thai contemporary artists, including Supalak "Praew" Prapasiri, Korn "Nhau" Neeyapun and Tripak "Moo" Suphawattana, are on display. They reinterpret the meaning of a sustainable world by transforming recycled materials into creative artworks. The eco market brings eco-conscious lifestyle brands, led by Qualy, alongside partner brands that combine creativity with environmental awareness to promote practical sustainable living. Transform recycled materials into an eco-friendly garland that never fades in a workshop on weekends from June 6-28.
EAT
Afternoon tea / Balcony Lounge / Until Aug 31
Balcony Lounge at the InterContinental Bangkok has launched “The Amazonian Tropic Noir – 1946” afternoon tea, inspired by the opening of the first InterContinental hotel in Belém, Brazil. The concept draws on the richness of the Amazon, Brazil-origin cacao and the timeless elegance of grand hotel traditions, marking the brand’s 80th anniversary with a more tropical, character-driven take on afternoon tea. The set brings together a mix of savoury and sweet elements rooted in Brazilian flavours. On the savoury side, guests can expect Pão de Queijo cheese bread with Parma ham, Brazilian Coxinha filled with shredded chicken, a leek and bacon quiche, and Torta de Bacalhau, a classic salted cod tart. The scones follow the same direction, with lime paired with pineapple spiced and orange jam for a distinctive twist. A host of delicious confections encompass delights such as an Amazon gold tart, combining Brazil-origin chocolate with passion fruit and mango, and the Grand Belém chocolate layer cake–1946 with rum caramel, Brazil nuts and coffee. A chocolate cigar with coffee praline and hints of rum round out the selection, keeping the focus on the region’s key ingredients without overcomplicating the presentation. The experience is complemented by a choice of premium coffee or tea, including the signature Tropical Noir Coffee and Brazilian Black Tea. Available until Aug 31.
New dishes / Le Méridien Bangkok / Until Aug 31
Le Méridien Bangkok introduces new additions to its popular “Beyond Brunch” experience at Tempo, alongside a limited-time promotional offer. The refreshed Sunday brunch menu features a selection of new à la carte creations including Pan-seared scallop with cauliflower cream soup and chorizo, Braised Wagyu beef ravioli with Parmesan foam, Pan-seared sea bass with Basque salsa verde, and Seared duck breast with berry-red wine reduction. Guests can also enjoy lighter dishes such as Tuna tartare with avocado and Citrus crab salad with mango and passion fruit gelée, followed by the Golden pumpkin and coconut mousse vitality dessert. Until Aug 31.
Beef nights / Ventisi / Every Friday
Ventisi Restaurant at Centara Grand at CentralWorld presents "Gaucho Night" on Friday as part of its "Sip & Sizzle International Grand Dinner Buffets", bringing together premium beef selections, live cooking stations, seafood and internationally-inspired dishes in a relaxed buffet setting above the city. Available every Friday, including unlimited foie gras and a complimentary half lobster per guest, there will be a rotating selection of beef highlights including Wagyu beef Café de Paris and grilled beef tongue Japanese style “gyūtan”, alongside tagliolini with black truffle sauce and sole meunière with lemon butter sauce.
Forest feasts / Roukh Kiri Khaoyai / Until June 30
Escape the ordinary and discover “Feast In The Forest” at Roukh Cuisine, Roukh Kiri Khaoyai. Surrounded by lush greenery and tranquil forest views, the sharing-style dining experience celebrates the authentic flavours of Northeastern Thai cuisine through thoughtfully crafted dishes made with premium locally sourced ingredients. The menu features signature dishes that embody the essence of Isan cuisine, including Herbal marinated grilled free-range chicken, Thai papaya salad with white prawns and Spicy minced pork salad. The meal is complemented by Kheio Ngu sticky rice and a selection of fresh organic vegetables, handpicked from Roukh Kiri’s garden, bringing farm-to-table freshness to every plate. Until June 30.
Sunset vibes / Mai The Sky Bar
Meliá Chiang Mai’s Mai The Sky Bar is offering "Artisan Thai Cheese & Wine Pairing" daily from 6pm, featuring a glass of Thai wine from Monsoon Valley in Hua Hin paired with a rotating selection of artisanal cheeses from Chiang Mai producer Jartisann. The small-batch cheesemaker works with locally sourced raw milk, with selections changing according to seasonal availability. Mai The Sky cocktail references the venue’s golden hour by blending lychee and vanilla beneath a cloud-like cava air foam, topped with a miniature aeroplane designed to mirror aircraft visible overhead. Cocktail Temple combines Siam Lanna gin with a neem-sompoi cordial made with sompoi, a botanical associated with spiritual cleansing, and neem leaves.
Seasonal menu / Shang Palace Chinese Restaurant / Until June 30
Cherished by seafood lovers worldwide for its delicate sweetness and versatility, soft shell crab takes centre stage in this limited-time seasonal menu curated by executive Chinese chef Kwok Ka Wai. Choose from four irresistible creations: Soft shell-crab in yellow curry with crispy rice crust; Crispy soft-shell crab with minced pork and okra in lao gan ma sauce; Crispy soft-shell crab with salted egg yolk and cereal; and Sautéed soft-shell crab with basil, chilli and black bean sauce. Until June 30.
Tea bar on high altitude / Chagee
The “Chagee Experience Bar” has opened on the 74th floor of King Power Mahanakhon, offering tea craftsmanship with modern mixology. Enjoy innovative non-alcoholic tea-based creations by the “Chatender". The Experience Bar will also launch at One Bangkok later this month. While the King Power Mahanakhon branch offers panoramic views of Bangkok’s skyline paired with art installations and an interactive AR experience, the One Bangkok branch will be a "Natural Tea Lab", a botanical-inspired tea laboratory with an immersive Tea Lab experience from the theatrical extraction process to the aromas, textures and flavours of each creation.
STAY
Escape longer / Centara Karon Villas Phuket / Until July 31
Centara Karon Villas Phuket has launched the "Escape Longer" offer where guests who book three consecutive nights pay for only two. Until July 31 for stays until Dec 20, guests looking to extend their travels further can take advantage of Stay 6, Pay 4; Stay 9, Pay 6; or more. Villa stays are further elevated with a selection of curated inclusions, including daily breakfast served at the private villa lounge, afternoon tea and evening cocktails, along with a complimentary minibar refill once per day. Each modern villa is designed with soft, flowing lines and a calming palette, complemented by generous indoor and outdoor living areas, while private plunge pools and spa-inspired bathrooms further enhance the sense of exclusivity. Beyond the villas, guests enjoy full access to three expansive swimming pools, each with its own distinct atmosphere and swim-up bar, as well as a lively lagoon pool featuring waterslides, a children’s water playground, and daily activities. A vibrant Kids’ Club caters to younger guests and teenagers with games, creative programmes, and dedicated attendants, while a selection of restaurants offer relaxed dining throughout the day. For those seeking wellness and relaxation, Spa Cenvaree provides rejuvenating treatments inspired by Thai, ayurvedic and modern therapies.
Members only / Centara Hotels & Resorts / Until July 31
Centara Hotels & Resorts introduces the "Your Next Grand Adventure" offer for CentaraThe1 members. Available to book until July 31 for stays until Oct 31, members enjoy a discount of 20% on all eligible rate plans across Thailand, the Maldives, Japan and more. Guests who book direct can further enjoy privileges such as 15% savings on drinks, dining and spa treatments.
STUFF
New single / SamSam
Thailand-based Burmese pop sensation SamSam returns with his bold new single, "Taste Of You" — a cinematic, emotionally charged release blending dark romance, explosive visuals and high-energy pop performance. Transitioning into English-language music, SamSam enters a new era with the track exploring the chaos of a toxic yet magnetic relationship. Originally from Lashio and raised in Mandalay, SamSam began studying piano at six years old before developing his passion for singing and live performance throughout childhood. Shortly after the release of "Lights", he performed his first international concert in Bangkok in 2020 — marking the beginning of his expansion beyond Myanmar.
New single / Star2
Asian-American hip-hop artist Star2, alongside collaborators ChinaTownRunner and Young Henny, has release a new single and video "Fast Lane". "Fast Lane" is a slick, high-octane anthem built for late nights, fast living, and unapologetic ambition. Melding infectious hooks with razor-sharp verses, the trio delivers an unapologetic anthem for anyone who moves at a different speed. "Fast Lane" arrives ahead of Star2 and Young Henny’s forthcoming album "Cali Love". Born in a Thai refugee camp and of Karen heritage, Star2 has built a cross-cultural career alongside artists including Soulja Boy, Mozzy, Luh Kel and HoodTrophy Bino, bringing global perspective and melodic edge to a new generation of hip-hop. Star2 is currently working on upcoming projects with Sprite and $tupid Young.
