1. Good news for those who have yet to visit King Bhumibhol's crematorium at Sanam Luang. His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun has granted an extension of visitation until Dec 31, with hopes that those who live in the provinces will have an opportunity to witness the finest Thai craftsmanship on display. Besides the royal crematorium, there is also a comprehensive exhibition, which chronicles the life of King Rama IX, with topics ranging from his childhood to achievements in science, Buddhism and international relations. In smaller open-air pavilions, the art of creating the crematorium is displayed, with videos displaying the artists at work.
2 . No need to fly to Tokyo to buy delicious cheesy treats as the Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory has landed on Siam Paragon's G Floor. They've brought along their famous mouthwatering Salt & Camembert Cookies, light and fluffy Milk Roll Cakes with a smooth milk and strawberry cream filling, and even Cow Ice Cow ice creams served with their signature Cheesy Cones. Cheesecake lovers shouldn't miss out on the products, which uses premium quality ingredients from around the world, including Hokkaido milk, Spanish rosemary honey and French Guérande salt.
3. Singha's casual clothing brand Singha Life and Thai boxer Buakaw Banchamek have come together to create the Singha Life X Buakaw clothing line. Looking to create a collection which reflects Thai identity whilst remaining universal, the clothing includes a motif of a fighter's experience of battle and victory. The highlight is the limited edition Weekender Bag, which includes tailored patterns of Buakaw's Bunchamek Gym and his autograph. The bags will be auctioned with proceeds going to Siriraj Foundation to support injured athletes.
4. Bangkok Screening Room, the quaint independent cinema on Sala Daeng 1, is screening some not-to-be-missed classics, starting today. Get a rare viewing of Wisit Sasanatieng's 2004 surreal and comical love story Mah Nakorn (Citizen Dog), described as "a Thai version of Amélie" by movie critique Jon Popick. Then, there's Alfred Hitchcock's 1963 thriller masterpiece The Birds, a documentary on the life and career of designer Zac Posen, House Of Z, and tomorrow, the Ocean In Motion Film Festival will launch, which aims to increase awareness about the ocean and its protection. Visit facebook.com/bangkokscreeningroom.
5. For those looking for upscale versions of Bangkok's street-side crêpe stalls, visit The Commons on Thong Lor 17 as they open Au Crêpes. From the people behind Roast, the artisanal crêpes are made with a meticulously designed home-made batter, which ranges from buckwheat to chocolate that are paired with sweet or savoury fillings. Classics include, Strawberry Cheesecake, comprising of real chunks of cheesecake and strawberries and Campfire, a fun take on the classic American s'more.
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