Capella Bangkok’s Special Lunch and Brunch on This Father’s Day
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For this Sunday’s family get-together, award-winning Capella Bangkok invites you to celebrate Father’s Day with your loved ones with euphoric lunch and brunch.
At riverfront Phra Nakhon Restaurant, treat your dad with heavenly family-style brunch, serving authentic Thai favourites with free-flow wine and Champagne. The Father’s Day brunch is priced at THB 4,000 net per adult and THB 2,000 net per child of 12 years and under, with optional free flow drinks starting at THB 1,300 net per person. Available from 12:00 to 15:00.
At Côte by Mauro Colagreco, pamper your dad with a famed Riviera-inspired gastronomy specially prepared for Father’s Day by Chef Davide Garavaglia. The Father’s Day Carte Blanche lunch comes with truffle and wine pairings, priced at THB 8,100 net per person and THB 3,900 net per person additional for wine pairings. Available from 12:00 to 14:00.
For more information and reservations, please email info.bangkok@capellahotels.com or call +66 (0) 2 098 3888.
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A Taste of Italy: Bella Sera Lunch Experience
Bella Sera, the renowned Italian restaurant located on the 2nd floor of Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit, is excited to announce that it is now open for lunch, offering guests the unique opportunity to enjoy the essence of Italy during the day. Previously available only for dinner, Bella Sera now welcomes you to indulge in its carefully curated Set Lunch Menus and à la carte offerings, available daily from 12 PM to 3 PM. Choose between a 2-course menu at THB 490++ or a 3-course menu at THB 590++, featuring dishes that highlight the best of Chef Fabio’s expertise and heritage. Menu highlights include the creamy Burrata with cherry tomatoes and balsamic, hearty Tagliatelle with Mamma-style braised Bolognese, and flavorful Pizza Diavola topped with spicy Italian salami and rucola. End your meal on a sweet note with the classic Tiramisu with Amaretto liqueur or the refreshing Lemon Cheesecake with strawberry sorbet. Bella Sera offers a refined ambiance that celebrates Italian tradition. As one of the most family-friendly restaurants in Bangkok, Bella Sera is more than just a place to dine—it's a space to create cherished memories with loved ones. The concept, “Cucina Di Mamma Mia,” pays homage to Chef Fabio’s mother, capturing the warmth of home-cooked recipes infused with authentic Italian flavors. At the helm of the restaurant is Chef Fabio, a culinary master with over four decades of experience. Born in Udine, Italy, Chef Fabio has dedicated his career to preserving and innovating Italian cuisine. “Cooking is an art, a passion, a journey of learning,” Chef Fabio shares. His leadership ensures Bella Sera is not only a family-friendly haven but also one of the best Italian dining destinations on Sukhumvit. Join us at Bella Sera for an unforgettable lunch experience—where authentic Italian flavors, tradition, and a welcoming ambiance come together for a perfect midday break. Reserve your seats now: www.sevenrooms.com/reservations/bellasera or +66 (0) 2126 9999. For more information, please visit: www.bellaserabkk.com
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Bangkok Patana Hosts First-Ever Insect Food Seminar Led by Student Organization “Amino Insecto”
Bangkok Patana School recently buzzed with excitement as students gathered for the Amino Insecto seminar, an event dedicated to the emerging trend of insect-based cuisine as a sustainable protein source. Founded by Napa-ai Suriyabhivadh, known to her peers as April, Amino Insecto champions insect consumption as a step toward a more sustainable food future. The seminar is also led by Wipharhuck Kongboonma, cofounder of Amino Insecto. April, who developed an interest in insect protein while training with the Thai national basketball team, first tried insect-based snacks reluctantly but soon discovered their nutritional value. Realizing insects’ potential to fight malnutrition and support eco-friendly agriculture, she and her friends launched Amino Insecto to promote these benefits among Thai youth. The seminar drew notable experts in the field, including Finnish food scientist Professor Sara-Maria Kauppi and Chef Topi Kairenius, who both flew in to share their experiences. Professor Kauppi, who teaches at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology, highlighted her research on consumer behavior around insect foods, explaining how well-designed packaging could ease consumers into the idea of eating bugs. Chef Kairenius, an advocate for sustainable insect-based dining in Nordic cuisine, treated students to samples of Finnish water bugs, sparking intrigue among attendees. The event’s food booth added a culinary adventure to the learning experience, featuring dishes like mango sticky rice topped with wood ants and Finnish forest mushrooms paired with caramelized locusts. The 180 samples quickly disappeared, with students eagerly returning for more, demonstrating a positive shift in attitudes toward edible insects. The excitement surrounding Amino Insecto’s seminar reflects a global movement that’s growing across Europe, Asia, and beyond. With climate change and resource scarcity pressing issues worldwide, this student-led initiative encourages a fresh perspective on food sustainability.
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Joyous Time
The holiday season is even more joyful when celebrated through meaningful collaboration. For the first time, The St. Regis Bangkok has teamed up with local textile artist Rungploy Lorpaitoon to bring festive touches to the St. Regis Bangkok Festive Hampers and ornaments around the hotel this season. The magical atmosphere of the festive season is enhanced by bespoke decorations, such as the “bubble memory” ornaments designed by Rungploy, and the uniquely artistic Christmas tree centerpiece. Beyond decorations, Rungploy has also designed the interiors of the festive hampers, adorned with twelve handmade bubble memories symbolizing each month of the year, along with purple fabric to enhance their elegance. Guests are encouraged to reflect on the past year and cherish these moments of love through the bubble memories. Each hamper is crafted to embody the art of giving. The St. Regis Bangkok Classic Hamper is filled with a curated selection of Italian-inspired holiday delicacies, including Italian biscotti, homemade traditional panettone (yeast-free, made over three days), mixed fruit jelly, chocolate Santa, The St. Regis macarons, chocolate truffles, mixed nut tart, locally sourced Chonburi 70.5% chocolate bar, amaretti cookies, mini “Torroncini” nougat, imported premium apple compote, imported “Morra Tartufi” white truffle oil (a highlight of Winter in Italy), and The St. Regis Blend Tea. The St. Regis Bangkok Luxury Hamper includes all of this plus a bottle of Prosecco Follador, IGT, Italy. The St. Regis Bangkok hampers are available daily at The Lounge from December 1, 2024, to January 31, 2025. Early bird pricing is available from December 1-15, 2024. Advance reservations of at least 3-7 days are required. The St. Regis Bangkok Classic Hamper – THB 7,200 net, with an early bird price of THB 6,500 net. The St. Regis Bangkok Luxury Hamper (includes Prosecco Follador, IGT, Italy) – THB 8,500 net, with an early bird price of THB 7,500 net. The St. Regis Bangkok www.stregisbangkok.com