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Ginspiration at Teen of Thailand

A day for everyone (who’s over drinking age, of course) to celebrate and enjoy gin. Whether you’re already a fan of the juniper spirit or looking for an intro, World Gin Day is the perfect opportunity to get involved. It falls on the second Saturday in June, which means you get the Sunday to recover.

Immune Boosting Drinks for This Season

Bangkok weather is just so unpredictable sometimes, and you definitely don’t want to be sick while visiting the City of Angels. Protect yourself from the tropical climate with immune system-boosting drinks you can easily find in Bangkok.

Bangkok Screams for Ice Cream

Summer in Bangkok can be unforgiving, but the tropical heat is always a good excuse for ice cream. If you're looking for unique milk-based flavours with stories to tell, check out funky concoctions like the Chubby Camper and Don't Give Up at Guss Damn Good’s cosy shop in the Woof Pack Building.

Learn, grow and stay safe: top tips on making the most of lockdown

Here’s a round-up of online resources to help you stay healthy, happy and inspired during these strange times.

How to support your community during the pandemic

In these uncertain and concerning times, here are a few ways to support your Bangkok community.

Bangkok-based Eco Friendly Gifts for Every Occasion

We’re all becoming more aware of how our choices impact the environment, whether it’s how we choose to get from one place to another, where we shop or what we eat.

What’s New In The Wonderful World Of Wonderfruit This Year

Get ready for an annual celebration of art, music, food and ideas to catalyse positive impact. Wonderfruit 2019 is the sixth instalment of Asia’s leading lifestyle festival.

The Best Ways To Celebrate Thailand's Festival Of Lights, Loi Krathong

It’s officially winter in Thailand, though it may not feel like it in this tropical climate, and there’s lots to celebrate. One festival you definitely can’t miss in November is Loi Krathong. Here’s what to expect.

Be A More Sustainable Traveller

Since you’re here at ASAI.com, we’re going to assume a couple of things: first, that you like exploring new places and having an authentic experience wherever you go.

Kin Je – A Vegetarian Festival With Bites

It’s the end of September, which means Bangkok eateries and food stands are covered with little yellow flags as lots of people give up meat and follow a set of rules to keep the mind and body clean.

Merry Monsooning: Here Are The Items You Need For Bangkok Wet Season

Thailand, and Southeast Asia in general, is well known for its rough rainy season, but travelling through Bangkok during that time doesn’t have to be unpleasant if you know what items to have in your bag.

Material Things: Fabric Shopping Secrets In Bangkok

Fashionista and DIY designers, welcome to your fabric and supplies paradise. Bangkok is a great place to find beautiful fabrics for your next project, whether you want traditional Thai designs, exquisite lace or modern prints.

6 Chinatowns You Have To Visit Around The World

Big news: we’re recently announced our newest location. The team is getting to work on ASAI Bangkok Chinatown and we can’t wait for you to explore the neighbourhood with us.

Sizzling Street Food And Arty Parties In Bangkok's Chinatown

An iconic and unmissable destination for visitors to Bangkok, Yaowarat is also important to many Thai-Chinese families, as historically it’s where a large number of Chinese immigrants settled to start a new life.

Ginspiration At Teens Of Thailand

A day for everyone (who’s over drinking age, of course) to celebrate and enjoy gin. Whether you’re already a fan of the juniper spirit or looking for an intro

Turn Waste To Worth For World Environment Day

On Wednesday 5 June, as we celebrate World Environment Day and think about how lucky we are to have a beautiful planet that supports us, maybe we can consider a few ways we can look after it.

Green Energy: Get Your Jog On In Bangkok's Park

Heading to Bangkok? Don’t forget to pack your running shoes. Despite being one of southeast Asia’s mega metropolises, it’s home to lots of parks and green spaces perfect for running and other outdoor activities.

Putting Culture On The Line: What To Expect From Mrt Wat Mongkon

Not only will the expansion of the MRT, Bangkok’s underground train line, save you time sitting in traffic, it will also reveal exciting new landmarks.

Summer In A Glass: Thai-inspired Tipples For Tropical Times

Just like food, cocktails are more fun when you factor in the season and the mood that comes with it. Summer in Thailand calls for drinks made with refreshing local ingredients and intriguing twists.

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Local Thai Swimmer You Should Know About

Summer is just around the corner, and the things are heating up pretty quickly in Thailand. if you want to hit the beach in style, there's a huge range of swimwear options from Thai designers.

How To Be A Fashion Revolutionary

Sustainable living is about more than just recycling and using public transport. Every decision you make in your day-to-day life can impact the environment.

Songkran: The Ultimate Guide To Celebrating Thai New Year

Songkran Water Festival is one of the most important public holidays in Thailand, not only for locals welcoming the New Year but also for visitors who want to immerse themselves in Thai culture.

Bangkok Screams For Ice Cream

Summer in Bangkok can be unforgiving, but the tropical heat is always a good excuse for ice cream.

How To Address World Water Day 2019

World Water Day is coming up on 22 March and every year, it focuses our attention on the importance of managing one of our most precious resources in a sustainable way

Bangkok’s Best Spots For Raw Juice

Sometimes your system needs a reset, and Bangkok is a great place to kickstart your raw juice journey for a detox that’s cleansing and tasty.

How To Celebrate National Elephant Day In Thailand

As Thailand’s national animal, the noble elephant significantly impacts the nation’s culture and identity.

Top Spots To Chill By The Chao Phraya River

We can’t imagine a trip to Bangkok without visiting the Chao Phraya River. What better way to finish a full day of riverside adventures than by finding a nice little spot to just enjoy a meal with an amazing view.

One-stop Bangkok: Mixed-use Spaces To Get Everything Done

Looking for an all-in-one spot to spend your day? Bangkok has loads. Whether you’re an art lover, cafe hopper, or simply interested in the up-and-coming creative scene in Bangkok, jot these multi-use spaces down on your must-visit list.

You Need To Try These Home-style Restaurants In Bangkok

The list of must-try restaurants in Bangkok seems to go on and on, but sometimes you just want a nice comforting homestyle meal.

Immune Boosting Drinks For This Season

Bangkok weather is just so unpredictable sometimes, and you definitely don’t want to be sick while visiting the City of Angels.

Chinese Herbs And Their Super Powers

Not only can herbs add tremendous flavours to dishes when cooking, but some herbs are believed to have medicinal properties.

Coffee With Style: Where To Get Your Caffeine Fix In Bangkok

Bangkok has became one of the top destinations in Southeast Asia for coffee lovers. Not only have we got plenty of good, locally grown coffee.

Get To Know Your Local Thai Flowers

Thai flowers are so colourful and unique, each carrying their own meaning and a particular occasion for giving them to your loved ones.

How Bangkok Celebrates Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year is one of the most important dates for Thai-Chinese families. It’s a special time for everyone to come together and share great food and treasured traditions.

Stinky But Good: Try Them If You Dare!

Don’t let the stink spoil your appetite, because these Thai dishes are more delicious than their unusual smell may indicate and well worth braving. Go ahead, try them if you dare!

Thailand Only: Local Dishes With Foreign Country Names

Strange but true, there are many local Thai dishes named after other countries around the world even though they originated right here in Thailand.

Drink Like A Local: Get To Know Thai Spirits

What better way to explore Bangkok than while feeling buzzed and groovy?

Where To Dine Vegetarian In Bangkok

Going green never tasted so good and vegetarian cuisine has hit Bangkok hard. If you’re craving Thai comfort food, head over to House of Joy or May Veggie Home.

Bangkok On Your Skin: The Best Tattoo Studios

Never more so than when you’re travelling, there are times when a life-changing event or a certain quote strikes you so profoundly, you want to keep it close to you forever.

Eco-friendly Shopping In Bangkok

Saving the earth goes beyond what we put on our plates to include what we choose to use or wear in our daily lives as well.

We Bet You Can’t Find Your Way Into These Bars

Bangkok’s love affair with hidden speakeasies has been growing in the last few years, and the entrances to many of them are becoming more and more shrouded with mystery and gimmickry!

Green Business! Where To Shop For Eco-products In Bangkok

Green is the new black, and you can join the movement easily without sacrificing style in Bangkok!

Know Your Noods

Noodles can be found on nearly every street in Thailand. Each different type comes with its own background and unique flavour profile.

Know Your Fruits

Thai fruit culture is much, much more than just durians. Here, fruits are usually eaten after meals, and sometimes even as snacks during the day.

6 Drinks You Must Try From Bangkok Street Vendors

Whether you’re into caffeine, have a sweet tooth or you’re simply looking for something refreshing, quench your thirst like a local with these unusual Thai drinks you can get from street vendors.

Bangkok's Best Late Night Eats For Your 2 Am Cravings

As you might already know, Thai people love to eat. Even at two in the morning, our priority is to satisfy our appetite for good food.

Our Picks For One Day In Sathorn

Welcome to Sathorn, you’re going to love it. To get you orientated, we’ve curated a day for you, picking out our highlights from around the neighbourhood.

Activities ⌄
- Drink
- Eat
- Play
- See
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- $$
- $$$

Play

Aoon Pottery Patani Studio So Heng Tai Mansion ASAI Bangkok Chinatown

See

Poh Teck Tung Foundation China Town Gate Yaowarat Chinatown Heritage Center Historic Hut Wat Traimit Wat Mangkon Kamalawat Charoenkrung 32 TCDC ASAI Bangkok Chinatown

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ASAI Bangkok Chinatown

Opening Hours: Always Open

Address: 531 Charoen Krung Rd, Pom Prap, Pom Prap Sattru Phai, Bangkok 10330

Contact: +66-2200-9999

Price Range: $$

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