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• Ethnic groups of Northern Thailand: The Hmong

  First published: 02 Jun 2013
  

  The Hmong are one of the most populous “hill-tribe” groups across Southeast Asia and are found in large numbers in northern Vietnam, northern Laos and in various provinces of north Thailand. If you are travelling in these areas, or of course trekking, they are one of the minority ethnic groups that you are most likely … read the full post

• Review: Beer Republic, Chiang Mai

  First published: 30 May 2013
  

  Chiang Mai’s unpretentious Beer Republic is a specialist beer bar with an astonishing array of foreign beers and ciders on tap — at last count we got to at least 15 — at reasonable prices considering how far they’ve come. Chiang Mai’s night life is very broadly speaking split into a few distinct geographical zones on … read the full post

• Hang Dong market, Chiang Mai

  First published: 23 May 2013
  

  In an effort to prove there is life beyond Chiang Mai city’s super-highway ring road we ventured out into the suburbs to see what’s going on. We’ve covered Hang Dong in brief and while there’s not a lot more to say about the town, we did really like the local market. Hang Dong district encompasses a major … read the full post

• Review: Thannatee Boutique Hotel, Chiang Mai

  First published: 11 May 2013
  

  Thannatee Boutique Hotel is one of the most interesting new spots we’ve looked at in a while in Chiang Mai city, or anywhere else for that matter. It boasts an excellent location and highly imaginative decor, and though firmly in the upper midrange, it’s good value for money and, we reckon, well worth a splash … read the full post

• Cheap food in Chiang Mai: Tops food hall

  First published: 08 May 2013
  

  Tops supermarket’s food hall at Chiang Mai’s Huay Kaew mall has had a bit of a makeover recently and while you still might not go there for the ambiance or decor — think canteen-esque — it’s a great spot to taste some cheap, varied and well-prepared local specialties. Here’s what you can expect. For those … read the full post

• Cheap food in Chiang Mai: Tam Jai Sung

  First published: 02 May 2013
  

  Chiang Mai’s Tam Jai Sung is an unassuming restaurant serving up a short but sweet collection of Burmese curries, salads and soups, Shan dishes and Thai classics at affordable prices. One slight problem with the menu is that it isn’t at all clear which are which, especially to those not so familiar with the cuisines. … read the full post

• Thai food: An introduction to North Thai cuisine

  First published: 18 Apr 2013
  

  Opinions vary somewhat over just how delicious Lao, Burmese, Khmer or even Vietnamese food is, yet when it comes to Thai cuisine you’ll rarely hear a bad word said by any visitor. Everyone loves the varied, often fiery, yet still somehow delicate and sophisticated Thai dishes. One of the added bonuses of Thai cuisine is … read the full post

• Review: Bunthomstan Guesthouse, Chiang Mai

  First published: 22 Mar 2013
  

  We’ve covered eateries in Chiang Mai’s chic Nimmanhemin district so now it’s time for a few suggestions on places to stay in this upcoming area of town. Our first pick: cute, garden-set Bunthomstan Guesthouse, which offers tasteful rooms at a reasonable price. We’ve heard that a boutique hotel is supposed to be one where each … read the full post

• Chiang Mai’s Arts and Culture Museum

  First published: 28 Feb 2013
  

  Chiang Mai’s new museum district — as we’re calling it — offers not only the new Lanna Heritage Centre and the Chiang Mai Historical Centre but also the freshly upgraded Arts and Culture Museum. The museum is located in the splendid setting of the old provincial hall on Phrapokklao Road right behind the Three Kings Monument … read the full post

• Chiang Mai’s musuem district

  First published: 17 Feb 2013
  

  With the recent opening of several new museums in Chiang Mai, the part of the old town around the Three Kings Monument and along Phrappokklao Road is fast becoming something of a historical hub. This was formerly the administrative centre for the city, (and indeed location of the now disappeared palace of the kings of … read the full post