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Anniversary celebrations / F*nkytown / Nov 21
F*nkytown celebrates its third anniversary with a one-night-only kitchen-and-bar takeover party on Nov 21. Uniting three collaborators who share its neighbourhood spirit and playfulness, Bangkok’s Banjoo Korean BBQ, Jakarta’s Between The Sips and Changsha’s CMYK will serve cocktails paired with modern Korean bar bites. Highlights include Tteok galbi smashed burger that puts a Korean spin on F*nkytown’s signature smashed burger with a tteok galbi patty and aged kimchi coleslaw. Samgyetang stuffed chicken wing with a ginseng soju shot on the side, while Ramyeon mac ’n’ cheese arancini rolls kimchi ramyeon into deep-fried balls topped with gochujang cream. Charcoal grilled meats serves up charcoal-grilled meats, best enjoyed with homemade sauces and kimchi.
Guest shift / Lennon’s / Nov 24
Lennon’s at Rosewood Bangkok will host “Cocktails With Purpose", a charity guest shift bringing together two of Asia’s most celebrated bartenders. On Nov 24, the one-night-only event will feature Jay Khan of Coa, Hong Kong, and Shingo Gokan of SG Club and Sip & Guzzle, New York. Together, Khan and Gokan will bring their individual philosophies, techniques and creative perspectives to Lennon’s for one evening. Ten percent of every cocktail sold will be donated to the Thai Red Cross Society.
Culture event / Slowcombo / Nov 13-14
Slowcombo will host the "Memento Mori", a three-day lifestyle and culture event exploring the topic of mortality with openness and a fresh perspective on living life to the fullest. From Nov 13–15, the event turns a traditionally heavy topic into an engaging, non-gloomy experience. There will be thought-provoking discussions featuring an unexpected line-up of speakers and art-therapy workshops.
Solo exhibition / Fujifilm House Of Photography / Until Nov 30
"Memory Saved", in collaboration with Fujifilm X Thailand and Xhalf, explores the feelings, memories and imagination hidden within everyday moments. A solo exhibition by Nattapon Chatmongkolying, it is curated by Sopirat Muangkhum. Nattapon aka Longhonstory, is a Thai artist, illustrator and content creator whose practice explores drawing, character creation and visual storytelling. The name “Longhon” reflects his interest in things that cannot be directly seen, particularly emotions and memories, which he brings to life through images and imagination.
Guest shift / The St. Regis Bar / Nov 14, Nov 16, Nov 26 and Nov 29
The St. Regis Bar Bangkok presents "The Art Of Mixology" on Nov 14 and 29, with the SG Group Edition on Nov 26 showcasing bartenders from Shanghai, Madrid, and Hong Kong, and the "Old Fashioned Week Opening Party" with Woodford Reserve on Nov 16. Awaraa, owner and founder of Nomad Lab in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, will take over the bar on Nov 14. The Old Fashioned Week by Woodford Reserve brings together four bartenders from Thailand from Bar Us, Opium Bar, Thaipioka and Haven Cocktail Bar. Each presents their own interpretation of the classic whiskey cocktail. The Art of Mixology features Shingo Gokan mixing curated cocktails. Masato Ishioka of Yozora at Yakoboku in Hokkaido will blend Japanese precision with a creative approach to flavour.
Guest shift / Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok / Nov 17
Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok's Bar.Yard has launched "Sip & Sanook", a daily happy hour pairing one drink with one bite, while Latin Thursday spotlights live music, Peruvian-inspired grilled skewers and sangria pitchers, making the case for a new best day of the week. Adding to the month's line-up, award-winning bartender Marlon Aseoche from Singapore's Coolies' Union takes over the bar for a special guest shift on Nov 17, celebrating Old Fashioned Week with four Southeast Asian-inspired cocktails.
Wine dinner / Anne-Sophie Pic At Le Normandie / Nov 18-20
Mandarin Oriental's Anne-Sophie Pic at Le Normandie will see the return of chef Pic from Nov 18-20. A highlight of the visit is a six-course Château d’Yquem wine dinner on Nov 18, when Pierre Lurton of Château d’Yquem joins chef Pic for an evening featuring wines from the Bordeaux estate. Throughout the evening, Pic and Lurton will share their perspectives on the menu and wines, giving guests a closer understanding of how the pairings were chosen.
Thai heritage / Akira Back Bangkok / Nov 20
Akira Back Bangkok at Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen's Park will host the “Back To The Rice Fields: A Unique Epicurean Journey” in partnership with Gao Hang. Crafted from 100% Thai jasmine rice, fermented and distilled, Gao Hang is a spirit suited to cocktails and highballs. On Nov 20, a five-course dinner will be paired with Gao Hang.
Digitech fair / Impact Exhibition And Convention Center / Nov 25-27
"DigiTech Asean Thailand & AI Connect 2026" returns from Nov 25–27 at Impact Exhibition And Convention Center, Bangkok. Under the theme “Digital Solutions for Business | AI for Business", the three-day event will see 400 technology brands across 150 booths from 15 countries, alongside more than 80 speakers across three conference stages.
Celebrate gastronomy / Regent Phu Quoc / Nov 21-22
Regent Phu Quoc will host "Taste Studio 2026", a signature Regent experience, from Nov 21-22. This year’s edition, "The Memory Of Flowers", brings together a collective of Vietnamese creative talent, including an award-winning floral designer, an acclaimed visual artist and an ensemble of virtuoso musicians, alongside a bespoke culinary experience crafted by Regent Phu Quoc’s culinary team under the direction of Executive Chef Francesco Andreoni. Inspired by the Vietnamese philosophy of harmony among thiên (heaven), địa (earth) and nhân (humanity), The Memory Of Flowers explores the interconnectedness of nature, human creativity and the celestial, with flowers serving as the unifying symbol throughout. Cuisine, fragrance, music, floral artistry and craftsmanship converge in a creative dialogue amid the resort’s lagoons and gardens on Long Beach, where transformed spaces, candlelight and botanical aromas evoke the atmosphere of a garden after sunset.
Tapas and paella / Uno Mas / Nov 19
Uno Mas at Centara Grand at CentralWorld will host a "Tapas & Paella Night" on Nov 19, offering unlimited tapas and paella. Behind the menu is chef de cuisine Borja Terry Borrego, who combines traditional recipes with contemporary techniques, keeping familiar Spanish flavours at the heart of his cooking.
Winter wonderland / InterContinental Bangkok / Until Jan 10, 2027
Balcony Lounge at InterContinental Bangkok invites guests to embrace the warmth and charm of a Swiss Christmas with the White Christmas Swiss Afternoon Tea. Inspired by the snow-covered landscapes of the Swiss Alps, this seasonal experience brings a touch of alpine magic to the heart of Bangkok. At the centre of the experience is the Swiss Mocha Snow Globe, a signature creation that captures the essence of a winter wonderland. Resembling a delicate globe of freshly fallen snow, the white chocolate sphere reveals layers of alpine honey cream, coffee caramel and cocoa-hazelnut crunch, served alongside a warm, aromatic spiced mocha. A playful interpretation of the season’s comforting flavours, it brings a touch of Swiss Christmas charm to Bangkok. The sweet selection also features the Swiss Snow Roll, an original creation inspired by the flavours of a European winter. A selection of savoury creations includes a Lobster roll with green apple and lemon jelly, Roast beef sandwiches with onion jam, and Christmas chicken sandwiches with chestnut and apple stuffing. The White Christmas Swiss Afternoon Tea is available until Jan 10.
Culinary collab / Capella Bangkok x Gauthier Denis
Capella Bangkok unveils a collaboration with French baker Gauthier Denis through handcrafted breads, viennoiseries and signature pastries. Chef Denis introduces a limited-time selection of artisanal breads, buttery viennoiseries and contemporary pastries, available throughout the festive season at Phra Nakhon and Kin by Capella Bangkok. Highlights are French baguettes, sourdoughs, brioches and pastries. Signature creations include the Blackcurrant, almond and vanilla brioche, Mango and passion fruit flower pastry and Pistachio chocolate pain au chocolat. At Kin, discover the Black sesame and lemon brioche.
Afternoon tea / 137 Pillars Hotels & Resorts x Pañpuri / Until Jan 15, 2027
137 Pillars Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Pañpuri to launch the limited-edition Liminal Currents Afternoon Tea until Jan 15. Inspired by Pañpuri's Holiday 2027 collection, Liminal Currents brings together French pâtisserie and fragrance-inspired storytelling in a journey that engages all five senses. From a warm scented towel infused with Pañpuri essential oils on arrival to soundscapes, every element has been created to evoke a sense of mindful transition. The name, Liminal Currents, refers to the natural movement and fluidity of water as a metaphor for year-end reflection, personal transition and emotional release.
New branch opening event / Shake Shack / Until Nov 15
Shake Shack Thailand has opened in Central Pattaya alongside Thailand’s first streetside Shack Truck. Serving as an extension of the main Shack, the truck brings Shake Shack even closer to the beachfront promenade. To celebrate, Shake Shack is also launching a limited-edition Shake Shack x Havaianas collection. The sandals come with four decorative pins inspired by Shake Shack's signature icons: the burger, crinkle-cut fries, the hot dog and lemonade. Until Nov 15, the beachfront will be transformed into a relaxed, lifestyle-focused destination in true Shake Shack style, with beach volleyball, activities and entertainment throughout the opening event and special menu items from the Shake Shack x Coca-Cola collaboration, including refreshing float drinks. Guests who buy sandals from the special Shake Shack x Havaianas collection can join a workshop and decorate their sandals with their own designs at no extra charge and take home an exclusive Havaianas pin. The Shake Shack x Havaianas collection will be available from Nov 16.
Belgium's King's Day / Belgo - Belgian Brewery & Restaurant
The Belgian-style craft brewery and brasserie brand, originally founded in Saigon in 2016, has opened in CentralWorld's Groove. Belgo aims to deliver a Belgian beer and brasserie experience that brings together Belgian-inspired cuisine and a wide selection of craft beers. To mark Belgium’s King’s Day (Fête du Roi / Koningsdag), a tradition celebrated annually on Nov 15 since 1866 in honour of Belgium’s first monarch, Belgo serves Flemish carbonnade, a traditional slow-braised Belgian beef stew; and Mussels served in classic marinière style, as well as a local Thai-inspired variation.
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New development / Matalay
Matalay is moving forward with the development more than 1,250 rai along Thailand’s Andaman coast, creating a new coastal community in Khao Lak that brings together tourism, residential living, business and lifestyle experiences with the natural environment and local way of life. The masterplan was designed by Gensler and at its heart is the Green Spine, a continuous green corridor linking the forest, lakes, community spaces and beach. Thai architect Boonserm Premthada, founder of Bangkok Project Studio, designed the distinctive Goya Tower, a viewing tower built using elephant-dung bricks that reflect local materials and the area’s way of life. Now completed, it stands at the main entrance to Matalay.
Renovated tower / Holiday Inn Pattaya
Holiday Inn Pattaya has unveiled the newly-refurbished Bay Tower. Featuring 531 upgraded beachfront guestrooms and suites, each with a private balcony offering sea views. The revitalised Bay Tower bridges the gap between high-level executive meetings and seaside rejuvenation. Complementing the business facilities are an extensive suite of lifestyle and wellness amenities, six restaurants and bars, an exclusive Executive Club Lounge overlooking the coastline, two ocean-facing infinity pools, and a 24-hour fitness centre fitted with advanced TechnoGym equipment.
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New bag / Saint Laurent
Saint Laurent unveils the Simone Bag in its Women’s Winter 2026 campaign by Anthony Vaccarello. Inspired by Monsieur Yves Saint Laurent’s personal letters and the envelope-shaped bags of the 1970s and 1980s, the Simone Bag reinterprets a timeless silhouette through refined lines, a soft structure and the distinctive Double Cassandre emblem, complemented by light bronze-tone metal hardware. The bag is available in the Large and Medium Simone Double Handle styles, crafted in smooth leather in Black, Sour Raspberry, and Dark Mandarin, as well as soft suede in Ombre Olive.
Coffee meets streets / Aroma x Carnival
Aroma Group joins forces with Carnival, a Thai street culture brand to unveil the “Aroma x Carnival” collection. Under the concept “Not Just Coffee. It’s A Culture”, the collab brings coffee culture and street culture together. The capsule collection features Peru Yellow Geisha Complex, offering Yellow Geisha coffee from Las Montañas, Peru and the Beehive Espresso Smooth, crafted using a honey process.
Biscuit magic / Tomorrowland x Biscoff
Tomorrowland and Lotus Bakeries are joining forces to introduce the limited-edition Biscoff Sandwich Cookie Espresso to consumers in Thailand. The collaboration brings together two Belgian brands with international ambitions: Tomorrowland, known for its immersive festival experiences and global community, and Biscoff, the caramelised biscuit loved around the world for its distinctive taste and its longstanding association with coffee. The partnership will come to life at Tomorrowland Thailand. Discover a selection of Biscoff-inspired creations: Biscoff Latte & Iced Latte; Biscoff Tiramisu; Biscoff Cheesecake; and Biscoff Frozen Yoghurt. The limited-edition Biscoff Sandwich Cookie Espresso is available in supermarkets and convenience stores until Dec 31.
