In the spirit

In the spirit

S Gallery at Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit is all set to launch its new art exhibition – Rush Pleansuk’s “Genii Loci”. The solo exhibition, which opens to the public on December 18, presents the art of the talented Thai artist, who rose to prominence when his artworks were selected for La Fete’s “Designer’s Week”. “Genii Loci” is a Latin term for the protective spirit of a place and the collection of artworks, on the theme of “the cycle of life” – is divided into three parts – “Body, “Sense” and “Memory”. The reception party takes place on December 17 starting at 5.30pm.

 

The Bee’s knees

Pullman Bangkok Grande Sukhumvit in partnership with Edition Bee is hosting a special wine tasting tonight at Tapas Y Vino restaurant from 7 to 9pm. The wine list includes several leading rieslings from the German wine region of Mosel and they’ll be paired with a range of Asian and Spanish tapas. The price is just Bt900. Book a table at (02) 204 4000 extension 4124.

 

 Luxury in Lanna

Opening its doors in time to welcome winter in the North of Thailand, the new Chiang Mai Riverside hotel adds 24 guestrooms to the former capital of Lanna. This all-suite resort offers 24-hour butler service, high-end digital Apple entertainment systems and a unique “Local Knowledge” concierge offering insider access and deeper connections to the “real” Chiang Mai. Find out more at www.TheChiangMai.com.

 

Seafood sensations

Cafe G at Holiday Inn Bangkok introduces “all-you-can-eat” buffets for lunch and dinner including a super-value Seafood Buffet at weekends. Tuck into such local specialities as kaprow pla (Fish maw soup with shiitake mushroom), pla sam ros (Deep fried fish with spicy sweet and sour sauce), khao soi pla (Northern style noodle curry with fish) plus spicy Thai salads for Bt333 (weekdays) and Bt368 (weekends). Dinner is available on Friday only. Call (02) 656 1555 extension 5400 or visit: www.HolidayInn.com/hibangkok.