If being cooped up with the kids in Bangkok is driving you a little stir crazy, maybe it’s time to get out of town? Pranburi has long been one of the better family-friendly places not far from Hua Hin to enjoy charming beach vacations out of Bangkok. Now, Sheraton Hua Hin Pranburi Villas is offering a great family deal to get away from it all: villas from B10,000-15,000 for three days and two nights. The package covers either a duplex pool villa (B10,000) or pool villa (B15,000) and comes with breakfast for two people, a choice of either one-time Thai or aromatherapy massage (6o minutes), a beach kayaking activity (120 minutes) for two people, or a B500 resort credit when booking a Duplex Pool Villa and a B1,000 resort credit when booking a Pool Villa per stay. To book a villa, you need to head down to the “Family & Kids Travel Fair'' happening in The Quartier Gallery (M Floor) at The EmQuartier, Booth No. 13 this Nov 9-15. The booking dates can range from Nov 9, 2020 to Feb 28, 2021.

The 53-villa compound is pretty luxe, complete with private pools, sun loungers, walled gardens, king-sized Sheraton Sweet SleeperTM bed, sunken outdoor bathtubs surrounded by lotus ponds, a rain shower in the garden.

For more info, or direct reservations, visit:

 Tel: 032-708-000

email to [email protected]

Facebook: www.facebook.com/sheratonhuahinpranburi

English Website: www.marriott.com/hhqps

Thai Website: www.Sheratonhuahinpranburi.co.th

Last time we wrote about ice cream, we mentioned that 2020 was a dumpster fire — and we all needed a scoop or two of ice cream to wash away the pain. It’s only a few weeks later, and 2020 still sucks. Good news if you like ice cream — the premium, good stuff — because Bangkok-based ice cream maker La Vanille is back with another new flavor: vanilla brownie caramel. 

Priced at B299 per pint (and pretty good deal!) the new flavor used source ingredients from all over the world. Vanilla beans from Madagascar are mixed with homemade Belgian 72-percent chocolate brownies and a swirl of AOP butter caramel from France. 

If you want to snag yourself a pint (or four), you can order via LINE (@lavanille), Facebook (lavanillethailande), IG direct message (@lavanille.icecream), or directly from the website (www.lavanille.co.th). 

Also worth mentioning that La Vanille is officially part of the Top Tables Kitchen. They are a quality-first brand that put the focus squarely on produce, like vanilla beans from Madagascar and Tahiti, chocolate from Belgium and matcha green tea from Japan. There are, of course, plenty of flavors made with fresh fruits from across Thailand for sorbets like lime, mango, passion or coconut.

While it still hails from the US ultimately, 25 Degrees does feel like a Bangkok burger now that it’s spent almost a decade in the local food scene. If you’re a fan, then we got some good news for you: six new weekly specials and deals. Here’s the gist:

Daily Deals

Breakfast-On-The-Go

When: 7-11am

What you get: “Breakfast-On-The-Go” set for B120, which includes a fried egg sandwich (with 3 eggs, bacon and american cheddar in between a house-made brioche). Or you can get the “Classic Breakfast”. Same price, but with two eggs, bacon, chicken sausage and white toast. 

Lunch Specials

When: 11am-3pm

What you get: lunch sets starting from B320, there are both mid-sized and big sized meals to choose from.

Monday

When: 11am-3pm

What you get: buy-one-get-one on classic, smooth American-style milkshakes. Flavors include double chocolate, strawberry, vanilla, chocolate and banana. 

Wednesday

It’s Wing Night! 

When: 5pm onwards

What you get: classic beer-battered fried chicken wings for B20 each. Comes with a house-made parmesan dipping sauce. 

25 Degrees’ a la carte menus are also available for delivery via Grab Food, Lineman and Foodpanda. If you live around Silom, Sathorn, Rama 4 or Charoenkrung, you can score free delivery by simply placing your order via Line (@25degreesbkk).

For pick up orders between 11am and 10pm, call 02 352 4192 or text via LINE @25Degreesbkk.

For more information, visit: facebook.com/25DegreesBangkok.

Have you been working non-stop because half of your company was laid off due to Covid-19? Haven’t had a vacation in over a year? It’s time for one, right now.

Marriott International can help you out with that. This week, the international hotel brand is launching its “Fantastic Fifty” promotion for guests who book between Sep 16-30 — up to 50-percent off at 50 Thailand hotels. Marriott Bonvoy members get an extra 2-5 percent off. If you’re not a member, don’t worry, you can click this magical link and sign up for free. It’s worth noting you only have to book before the end of the month. Your date of booking (when you actually take your much-needed vacation) can be any time from now until the end of the year — blackout dates still apply.

The scope of the venues (see the full list through the link below) covers all major destinations in Thailand, including Bangkok, Phuket, Krabi, Khao Lak, Koh Samui, Hua Hin, Pattaya, Rayong, Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai. 

For more information, or to make a reservation, visit https://hotel-deals.marriott.com/limited-time-offers-thailand/

Another Story is a Bangkok fashion brand that most of us have come to know pretty well over the past five years. Their collaborations and collections with some of the country’s best names in fashion and design are always a part of the news cycle. And here we are, at it again, with a new exclusive collection, this time as part of the brand’s fifth birthday celebrations. 

The collection, called the “Bangkokian” brings together a host of local and international design names to offer a range of knick knacks and attire that sums up Another Story’s ethos pretty well — motorcycle helmets, masks, prints, bags, shades, coffee mugs, shirts, hats, the whole shebang. The brands taking part include American Vintage, Coucou Suzette, Design Letters, IZIPIZI, MojiPower, The Sleeveless Garden, Monsoon Tea, Kad Kokoa, Bumshaker, Bangkok Bounce, Cosmos & Harmony, and a host of others. 

The collection itself is vast — too big to fit into a story like this — so head over to Another Story’s website for a full rundown. That said, some highlights include a swanky motorcycle helmet from Bum Shaker, special sunglasses from IZIPIZI that feature a fusion of the Thai and French flag designs, cute socks from French brand Coucou Suzette, and (our favorite) special edition prints of “The Bangkokian” — a mock-magazine designed to resemble the style of The New Yorker’s iconic covers. 

The “Bangkokian” will be available from now until Oct 31 at most Another Story locations, including the flagship store at The Emquartier, Another Mini Story at the Paragon Department Store and The Mall Lifestore Ngamwongwan. 

Visit www.anotherstorybangkok.com for more information.