Interview: Monks of Mellonwah
Since their inception just over three years ago, the Australian alternative-rock band has grown from stength to strength. We check in with group leader Joe De La Hoyde to find out more about how they're coping with their newly-found fame.
Room Coffee Bar
Now part of the ARC group, Room markets itself as a one-stop shop for work, drink and play. Take a dip into their savory menu offering a range of pasta, burgers, dessert and of course, specialty coffee.
Hotel New Otani Osaka
This luxury hotel in Osaka offers a good range of fine-dining options like Keyaki teppanyaki grill and Taikan En Chinese restaurant.
KC Beach Club & Pool Villas
Set on Cheaweng Beach, this establishment features both a beach club and a contemporary-themed hotel with 42 rooms and pool villas.
Burasari Heritage
The 23-room boutique hotel features northern Laos-style architecture. It’s on the banks of Nam Khan River, nearby Sakka-line Road, a hub for morning alms giving.
Department of Caffeine
At this cozy cafe, coffees from Australian roasters Five Senses start at $4, while teas ($7) from local blenders Tea Bone Zen Mind are also available. To eat, there are bites like the mushroom sandwich with thyme and brie ($12) as well as fresh salads (from $9) such as beetroot with plum, and soba with […]
Kyō
Housepour spirits, wines and half-pint draught beers go one for one. Accompany your choice tipple with a menu of gourmet Japanese tapas.
Kapok Tools
It may be pint-sized when it comes to floor space, but there’s lots to love at Kapok Tools, the Hong Kong-based multi-label indie store known to carry labels with great craftmanship and a modern, utilitarian appeal, like Seventy-Eight Percent, Pijama and Carre Royal Paris. Apart from a neat selection of ready-to-wear items, there are also […]
Crowne Plaza Resort Xishuangbanna
On the border with Myanmar and Laos, the 520-roomer is modelled after a Dai Palace and has a Southeast Asian vibe, with lush tropical gardens. There are six food and beverage outlets, including Padma Dai barbecue offering local dishes from Yunnan, Thai eatery Lotus Thai and all-day dining spot Noo Sam. There’s also an expansive […]
Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Beach Road
Each of the property’s suites features two LCD televisions, a fully-equipped kitchenette and laundry facilities. There’s also a team of personal assistants, available 24 hours a day. The building includes a living room and library, fitness centre and rooftop swimming pool.