The Quarantine Diaries: A first-hand account of state quarantine in Thailand
Our intrepid intern just went through quarantine. This was her experience.
Bangkok-based ice cream maker La Vanille (also part of our Top Tables Kitchen program) has just released two new, exclusive flavors available from now until Sep 15. La Vanille traditionally focuses on a small number of flavors — getting them just right before selling to the public — to the launch of some new batches is great news for ice cream fans.
Fresh homemade Greek yoghurt from Khao Yai mixed with a swirl of Chiang Mai honey and sea salt (only Thai local ingredients).
Made with super high-quality Weiss chocolate from France, named Acarigua, which is 70-percent mixed with an in-house made peanut butter by La Vanille’s chef.
Pints come in 480ml containers, and will only be available this summer. The pints can be ordered via LINE (@lavanille) or by email [email protected].
La Vanille is a quality-first brand that puts 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.
DEAL: Dine at J’aime and enjoy a free night’s stay at U Sathorn Bangkok.
Spend B7,500 at the Michelin-starred J’aime by Jean-Michel Lorain and get a free night’s stay at U Sathorn Bangkok. You’ll almost hit the minimum spend by opting for the three-course set dinner menu (B1,800) plus wine pairing (B1,200) for two, or you pick your own French fine-dining feast a la carte. Head to the website to check out the menu and call 02-119-4899 or email [email protected] to book. The promotion is available until Aug 31.
U Sathorn Bangkok, 105/1 Soi Ngam Duphli
DEAL: Take a staycation at the new Sindhorn Kempinski for B6,888.
Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok began its partial opening this month, unveiling the elegant Firefly Bar for cocktails and whiskey, the Lobby Lounge for Thai and European afternoon tea (B750 through Sep 30), and Loukjaan by Saneh Jaan at Flourish restaurant for Thai specialties.
By October, the hotel will be fully operational, complete with a luxurious spa and fitness facilities. In anticipation, they’re rolling out a “Stay Well” package, which can be booked now for stays from Oct 1, 2020, until Sep 30, 2021. For B6,888, get a night’s stay in a Grand Deluxe Room with breakfast for two people, unlimited access to Thermal Experience at Sindhorn Wellness by Resense and a complimentary Rasul mud treatment for two people per stay, a 20 percent discount on spa treatments, B1,200 food and beverage credit, early check-in at 8am and late checkout at 8pm. The package is available to Thai nationals and residents only.
Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok, 80 Soi Tonson. To book, email [email protected] or call 02-095-9999
DEAL: Get a staycation package from B3,900/night at the Shangri-La Bangkok
Through Dec 24, 2020, Shangri-La Hotel, Bangkok is offering a relaxing staycation package. Unwind and relax in a Deluxe River View Room with breathtaking views of the Chao Phraya (usually around B5,200), plus get breakfast for two at Next2 Cafe, a B500 voucher to spend on food and beverage, flexible check-in and check-out times, and a 30-minute shoulder and neck or foot massage by the pool (for one person), all for B3,900/night.
89 Soi Wat Suan Phlu, Charoenkrung Rd. To book, call 02-236-7777 or visit their website