Living in Bangkok

Kwetiaw Moo or Rice Noodle at Sukhumvit Soi 49

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SWEAW KWETIAW MOO

Mr.Ho's chicken Rice

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Mr.Ho's Chickhen Rice (Hainan Style) feed their own chicken farm.

Address 50/2 Moo 1 Tambol Bangnamjuewd Amhur Maeng Samutsakorn
Call before you go at Tel. +66 81-776-7329 0r +66 34 812-444

Close every Sunday, Monday and when chicken ran out.

Top 4 Hospital in Bangkok

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Where to go when you need care and cure?
1.Bangkok Hospital
No.2 Soi Soonvijai 7, New Phetchaburi Rd., Bangkok 10320
Tel: 662 310 3377
Fax: 662 310 3367
Bangkok Hospital is one of the biggest hospitals in Thailand which provides tertiary healthcare. The hospital was established in 1972 by a group of doctors and pharmacists, starting with 5 specialists and 30 full time nurses. Today Bangkok Hospital has more than 400 full-time & consultant physicians and 600 nurses. Bangkok Hospital has gradually expanded its network to many provinces and is now the leading hospital of a whole network of hospitals throughout the country: The Bangkok Hospital Group. Continuous development and investment in technology, medical expertise and supporting facilities have contributed to the hospital's current status, ranking it amongst top medical institutions in Southeast Asia.
The International Medical Center (IMC) at Bangkok Hospital is a department catering especially for foreigners. The team of multi-lingual interpreters is ready at all times to help overseas visitors and expatriates overcome the barriers of language and culture when visiting the hospital. The IMC also has its own International Clinic, where highly educated nurses and doctors serve patients from all over the world.
Currently, more than 100 different nationalities benefit from the excellent international medical care and the personal service offered by the hospital.
2.Praram 9 Hospital
99 Soi Praram 9 Hospital, Rama IX Rd., Bangkok 10320.
Tel: 662 248 8020
Fax: 662 248 8018
Established in 1992, Praram 9 Hospital aims to establish a hospital provided with quality care of an international standard. Also the hospital has been accredited under the ISO quality assurance system in 2000 and Hospital Accreditation (HA) in 2004.
The international patient assistance will be available in English, Japanese, Chinese and Korea. The assistance in other languages would be available upon request.
The hospital provides a complete range of accommodation, from budget-minded bedrooms to royal suites. All rooms have been designed with your comfort and safety in mind.
3.Bumrungrad Hospital
No.33 Sukhumvit 3 (Soi Nana Nua), Wattana, Bangkok 10110 Thailand
Telephone: 66 (0) 2667 1000 Facsimile: 66 (0) 2667 2525 Emergency: 66 (0) 2667 2999 Out-patient Appointment: 66 (0) 2667 1555 Dental Appointment : 66 (0) 2667 2300 General Appointment: appointment@bumrungrad.com E-mail: info@bumrungrad.com
http://www.bumrungrad.com/
Bumrungrad is an internationally accredited, multi specialty hospital located in the heart of Bangkok (Sukhumvit Road). All medical services are delivered within a 100,000 square meter facility that houses Southeast Asia’s largest private out-patient clinic, featuring 30 specialty clinics and over 600 physicians, 554 inpatient beds, and complete state-of-the-art diagnostic, therapeutic and intensive care facilities.
4.Samitivej Hospital (Sukhumvit)
133 Sukhumvit 49, Klongton Nua, Wattana, Bangkok. 10110 Tel : +66-2711-8000Fax : +66-2391-1290 Email : http://www.samitivej.co.th/main/en/ContactusForm.asp?to=info@mail.samitivej.co.th&hosname=svh
Founded in 1979, Samitivej Hospitals is one of the leading private hospital groups in Thailand, the main facility Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital located on Sukhumvit Road Soi 49, considered one of the leading private hospitals in South-East Asia.
Samitivej with its state of the art medical facilities serving its customers for primary and specialty care has long been seen as the comprehensive provider of choice.
In 1999 Samitivej won a prestigious award for Mother and Baby Friendly Hospital, from WHO and UNICEF, which further strengthened its position in the expatriate population in South East Asia.As an international healthcare provider the services are geared to manage relations with insurance and assistance companies to further ensure a smooth and easy handling.
Our services include specialized care enters, international services, interpreters, arrangement for appointments/treatment.Known for the quality of its medical staff, many with international training and its sophisticated facilities make Samitivej Hospitals an easy accessible healthcare provide

Top 10 Bangkok’s Restuarants

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Where to eat in Bangkok?
1.Je-Ngor seafood restuarant
Je-Ngor seafood restuarantThai RestaurantSathorn Branch: 25 Bangkok Insurance-YWCA Building (next to Sukhothai Hotel entrance) 11 Floor, South-Sathorn Road, Tung Mahamek, BangkokFor Reservation: 02 677 3927, 02 677 3928, 01 170 9544
Jengor's Kitchen History
A lady, who generally known to the people as Je Ngor has the name in her ID card as Mrs. Na-Chanok Sae-Ung. She is a native of Bangkok with 65 years of age.Prior to the operating of her own restaurant she personally made vegetarian-pao (Vegetarian Chinese Bun) for sales among friends in the vegetarian food festival in October for more than a decade. Je Ngor's pao has a wide varieties of stuffing materials of both salty and sweet type. Her home-made PAO has been well known among testers both vegetarian and non-vegetarian for a long time so that once her story was interviewed and written in : "Ploy Kam Petch Journal" in October 2001.Further from her original prestigious PAO she has now developed herself to run her own restaurant because of her fond of cooking plus encouragement from her close friends. Therefore so many different menus from varieties of recipes were created from her first restaurant located at Si Phya/CharoenKrung Soi 39 about 2 years ago and that every step of each menu was under her close supervision starting from buying the raw materials from those strictly selected grocers to ensure their quality and freshness.Je Ngor's Kitchen/Seafood has a variety of menu for selections with different prices from less than hundred baht upto several hundred bahts. Most of customer's order start with light starter or appetizers before enjoy their main dish and those seafood exotics.
2. Wan Fah
Wan FahThai RestaurantAddress: 292 Ratchawong Road, Chakrawat,Sumphanthawong Bangkok 10100 Thailand.Open daily: 11.00-22.00 hours.For reservation: +66 (02) 2228679, +66 (02) 2238064
Wan Fah, a high-class luxury Thai style boat restaurant with Thai food, seafood, and beverage accompanied by Thai classical music. You will enjoy a pleasant atmosphere with our charming and friendly hospitable services.Come along and explore the Siam culinary experience on water. After an exciting day of travel, keep the rest of your time for relaxation with our fine traditional service. Welcome to our luxury boat restaurant with all kinds of attraction ranging from ancient relics to modern comforts.Do not miss a delightful experience for connoisseurs along the Chao Phaya River on Wan Fah, a comfortable boat restaurant among sparkling night lights to give you an exotic experience.Dinner CruiseSince its founding more than 2000 years ago, Bangkok has been the Royal, Religious and culture heart of the nation. The cultural and artistic heritage is reflected in the awe-inspiring palaces and temples while the history is revealed in the museums and other buildings of significance.
3.Crepes & Co. Cafe' Restaurant
Crepes & Co. Cafe' RestaurantInternational RestaurantURL: http://www.crepes.co.thE-mail: info@crepes.co.thAddress: 18/1, Sukhumvit Soi 12 Klongtoey 10110 Bangkok ThailandTel (662) 653-3990 or 653 3991Fax (662) 653-3992
Crepes & Co was established in 1996 with a unique & original concept and has become a landmark in Bangkok's dining scene. Offering more than 350 dishes with fillings inspired from the North to South, East to West, offering a wide selection of specialties covering the entire Mediterranean region. Our menu is a "first time ever in Bangkok" for almost all the dishes.
4. Neil's Tavern
Neil's TavernInternational RestaurantBranch: Ruam Rudee and Asok
Ruam Rudee
Address: 58/4 Soi Ruam Rudee, wireless Rd., Bkk 10330
Open:Lunch: 11:30 A.M. - 1:45 P.M .( Mon-Sat.)Dinner:5:30 P.M. - 10:30 P.M .( Daily) Bake Shoppe: 9:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M. ( Mon-Sat.)
For Reservation: +66 (02) 2566874-6, +66 (02) 2566644
Asoke
Address:G/F, Prime Bldg., 24 Sukhumvit 21 Rd., (next to Sino Thai Tower ) Bkk 10110
Open:Lunch: 11:30 A.M. - 2:00 P.M .( Mon-Sat.)Dinner: 5:30 P.M. - 10:00 P.M .( Daily) Bake Shoppe: 9:00 A.M. - 10:00 P.M. ( Mon-Sat.)
For Reservation: +66 (02) 2604391
Neli's Tavern HistoryNeil’s Tavern , the house of the best steak and seafood , first opened for business in 1969. The restaurant was originally in the famous Siam district of Bangkok. “Neil’s Tavern” is named in honour of an American astronaut , “Neil Armstrong” , the first man on the moon. Neil A. Armstrong: Commander for Apollo 11, was the first man to walk on the moon on July 20, 1969.In 1978, Neil’s Tavern was moved to its current location in Soi Ruam Rudee , where it grew in size and fame.5 years later the equally famous Bake Shoppe was added to the name “Neil’s Tavern” , becoming , in its own right , the house of the best cakes and baked-goods. Then in 1994 , Asoke branch was opened , featuring both the restaurant and Bake Shoppe. Over 30 years Neil’s Tavern Restaurant & Bake Shoppe has become one of Bangkok’s landmark , serving customers the best steak , seafood and many more tasteful dishes , as well as various delicacies.
5.Rang Mahal
Rang Mahal26th FloorRembrandt Hotel Bangkok19 Sukhumvit Soi 18Klong Toei, Bangkok 10110Tel: +66 2 261 7100 ext: 7532
The Rang Mahal restaurant, located on the 26th floor of the Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok, takes you through a typically South Asian gastronomic paradise! The Rang Mahal is open for lunch from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm and for dinner from 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm. The restaurant, which accommodates 125 people, is decorated with complicated mirror work and high-quality paintings.In ancient times, rang mahal was the name given to the pleasure house and banqueting room of the maharajahs of India. The maharajahs frequented these pleasure houses to get away from the hassles of ruling the kingdom. Once there, they were treated to the best food, drinks and music.The Rang Mahal restaurant at the Rembrandt, true to its name, combines the lavishness of the maharajahs with contemporary Indian cuisine to give you a truly authentic South Asian gastronomic feast.
6.New York Steak House
JW Marriott Bangkok
opening hours: Dinner 6.00pm - 11.00pmFor reservations, please call 02 656 7700
JW Marriott Bangkok was delighted to receive two more accolades at the recent annual Bangkok Dining Entertainment Magazine Awards. Marriott Cafe received the Top 3 Best Buffets in Bangkok 2004 award and the New York Steakhouse was voted Best American Restaurant 2004.The latest accolades add to an impressive collection including New York Steakhouse for Best American Restaurant (2001, 2002, 2003) and Best New Restaurant, 2001 (Metro Magazine), Best American Restaurant 2002 and 2003 (Bangkok Dining & Entertainment Magazine), Thailand’s Best Restaurant 2002 (Thailand Tatler), Best Grill Restaurant 2003 (Metro Magazine), Best Restaurant in Town 2003 (Metro Magazine), Best Bangkok Restaurant 2004 (Metro Magazine), The Best Grill Room 2004 (Metro Magazine) and The Best Bangkok Hygiene Mark 2004 (Metro Magazine).Director for Food and Beverage, Stefan Gruber is extremely proud of his team and praised their outstanding contribution to the hotel’s collection of awards.
7.SALA RIM NAAM
The Oriental,Bangkok Buffet Lunch: 12pm-2pm Set Dinner(with show): 7pm-10pm (Show time: 8:30pm–9:30pm) Terrace Rim Naam: 5:00 pm -11:00 pm A la carte DinnerFor details and reservations,please call +66 (2) 437 6211, +66 (2) 437 3080, +66 (2) 659 9000Ext. 3344, 3346Email:orbkk-restaurants@mohg.com
On the opposite bank of the Chao Praya River, Sala Rim Naam offers a choice of Thai dining; Sala Rim Naam serves a buffet lunch and set-menus for dinner, or choose to dine al fresco at the Terrace Rim Naam which offers an exotic a la carte menu at night.
Housed in a richly decorated Thai pavilion, originating from Northern Thailand, the restaurant is also the setting for one of the kingdom’s unique cultural experiences - classical Thai dancing, performed before your table every night. It’s the perfect accompaniment to such lavish cuisine.
8.Chesa Swiss Cuisine
5 Sukhumvit Soi 20Sukhumvit Road, Bangkok 10500 Tel: (66-2) 261 6650
Open: Daily: 11:00AM - 11:00 PM Daily
Down a driveway that leads to the restaurant, Chesa sits on Sukhumvit Soi 20 in a typical-style converted house, situated opposite Windsor Hotel.The restaurant offers a modern look, with bright colors, a "wall" of white pillars with a trademark red wave. There's a private room for 24, along with a dark wood bar. There are no photos of snow capped mountains, no cookoo clocks or yodelling here. Two quirky painted "paper-mache cows' heads gaze down from their settings on the back wall, a nod apparently to a famous Zurich festival. For an appetizer, capuns, Swiss chard dumplings with bacon, onions, and cheese in a cream sauce are a house speciality popular with the locals. Others may prefer the pan-fried goose liver with raspberry vinegar. Thomas Nowak, the owner and chef, cooks according to the market, so chances are an item will be featured on the menu for a week or so before disappearing. There are many dishes on the menu that exemplify modern Swis cuisine while nearby cultures are incorporated into the cuisine. The gourmet raclette features raclette cheese, cervelat sausages and vegetables. Other choices include; Bundnertella (imported air-dried beef with bacon and ham), veal with pan-fried potatoes, onions, and bacon and Chateaubriand, minimum of 2 persons, this beef tenderloin is served with a bearnaise sauce and fresh vegetables. From the dessert menu there is Schokoladen Mousse (chocolate mousse) with whippd cream and grated Toblerone chocolate - but you could also try a Swiss favorite, deep-fried apple rings in beer batter or the popular Swiss chocolate fondue with assorted fresh fruits.
9.Giusto bangkok
italian restaurant & grill
Soi Sukhumvit 23Klongtoey, Wattana Bangkok Tel: (66-2) 258-4321
Open: Lunch: 11:30AM - 2:00PMDinner: 6:00PM - 10:30PM
Large windows surrounded by a garden give the restaurant an open-air feeling. Arriving by car offers a fairly large parking area or if disembarking at the Asok BTS skytrain station then it's but a 6 minute walk to the restaurant. There is a path that leads to the front door where you're politely greeted and escorted to either the bar or your table. The interior eminates a warmth as the walls and ceiling are painted a light-chocolate brown with a textured floor design. There are a few pictures on the walls keeping the overall concept for the restaurant simple, yet elegant. There is also a private function room that accommodates 16 persons.As my two dining partners and I were escorted to the main dining-room we walked past large windows that allow patrons to view the kitchen where Fabio, the executive chef, and one of the three owners of this restaurant, stands cooking at the grill while giving instruction as a conductor might do over a seasoned orchestra. Covered in perfectly starched linen, our comfortably spaced table sat next to a window. We received nods and smiles on our way in, plus a greeting from Renzo, the second of the trio of owners. People dining here not only seem to be enjoying their food but its apparent they are enjoying the experience as well.We relaxed momentarily and then that frustrating moment …choosing the right wine. Selection? One of the most comprehensive in Bangkok as the choice of Italian red wine alone is vast. There are hundreds of wines from Italy, France, and Spain plus a serious selection of new world wine. I must have had a confused look on my face as Giulio, the manager and third of the three owners appeared, offering his assistance. I mentioned my preference to be a full flavored red wine yet my fiance and her friend prefer a fruity white wine. Giulio explained they offer numerous selections by the glass which would allow each of us to select different wines with our food. Great idea!The menu is more than a list of inticing dishes, devised ingeniously to stave off boredom with separate categories, each taking on a life of their own with items on the menu sounding more like delectable art pieces than cuisine, making it that much harder to select. I started with the "Parma Ham" as my appetizer; sliced air dried parma ham with imported cantaloupe while the ladies each had an order of the "Fresh Tuna" ...hand sliced with a zucchini & shrimp salad in a lemon dressing. For the main course, my fiance chose the "Black Spaghetti with Rock Lobster", having a brandy cream sauce, it reflects the simplicity that defines Italian food at its best. Her friend Jan chose the "Angus Beef Fillet with Mushroom Sauce", slowly cooked over the charcoal grill and deliciously tender while I selected the the "Seafood Skewer". A visual treat, this charcoal grill specialty is a tiger prawn & giant scallop skewer wrapped in pork colonnate lard with mustard sauce served with a mixed salad. Each dish was a delectable assortment of the spirit of Italian dining. Next up, dessert of course. I had the "Tiramisu" which was served in a large martini glass with mascarpone chesse mousse, coffee & amaretto liqueur that was hypnotic. The ladies chose to share "Millefoglie"; served with beautiful imported fresh raspberries. We finished with a Barolo Grappa and were more than impressed with Giusto. If you love quality Italian, then you'll also find Giusto is the "right" choice.
10.Dalat (Le)
Extensive Vietnamese menu
47/1 Sukhumvit Soi 23Bangkok, Bangkok10110Tel +66 2 260 1849 / +66 2 258 4192
Open 11a-2:30p & 6p-10p M-Su
Le Dalat is a Vietnamese restaurant located in the business district of Sukhumvit. It is surrounded by beautiful tropical gardens and has a relaxing atmosphere inside, providing an escape from city’s noise. Traditional wooden sculptures and soft lighting add to the serenity. The menu offers a number of delicious Vietnamese specialties. Some of the items on offer include Goi Ca (raw fish marinated with fresh lime juice) and Cha Tom (fried shrimps with vegetables and vermicelli). Choose from soft drinks or a full bar of alcoholic beverages to accompany your meal.

The must 10 things to see & do in Bangkok

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Don't miss any of these
1.National Museum
2.Jim Thompson's House
3.Chinatown
4.Vimarnmek Palace
5.Wat Phra Kaew
6.Thai Cuisine
7.Golf & Spa
8.Mahboonkrong Shopping Centre
9.Chatuchak Weekend Market
10.Tailor-Made Clothes

Don't miss while you are in Bangkok

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Unique place for fashionable hang out...
"It happens to be a closet" at Siam Square Soi 3 and Kao San Road.

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How To Live as a Local In Bangkok

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Live Local, Eat Local

Avoid the expensive expat regions of Sukhumvit Rd and Silom/Sathorn. Instead, consider living in areas less popular with foreigners, such as the Victory Monument, Chinatown, or Thonburi areas.
Sacrifice a few Western conveniences. You'll save a lot of money by accepting a place with an Asian toilet and no hot water (as Thailand is a tropical country, hot water is not a necessity). Living in a "Thai neighborhood" will increase your chances of interacting with and befriending Thais.
Avoid taxis. Taxis are expensive. Consider buying a used motorcycle, which will save you a great deal of money and provide more freedom and flexibility. If the thought of driving in Bangkok terrifies you, use the bus and subway system.
Eat on the street. Sidewalk restaurants are the lifeblood of Bangkok and can be found everywhere. These places provide fantastic food at incredibly low prices (a fraction of the price of a normal restaurant) and are the most popular hangouts for Bangkok's Thai residents.
Make friends with Thais. Many Thais are eager to socialize with foreigners, and many speak English, so the language barrier is no excuse. Most Thai people are happy to teach others about their culture, food, and traditions- and they will delight in helping you any way they can.
Learn a little of the language. Thai is a very difficult language for many foreigners to master. However, it's quite easy to pick up a few useful phrases for use in restaurants, shops, taxis, and bus stations.