Pho eaten on the Hau River along with 500 other dishes were selected as for the book “Ultimate Eatlist: The World's Top 500 Food Experiences...Ranked” published on Wednesday. The list was topped by pintxos in San Sebastian, Spain, followed by curry laksa in Kuala Lumpur and sushi in Tokyo. Entries were nominated by Lonely Planet writers, bloggers and staffers and whittled down to a final 500 by a panel including chef and TV presenter Adam Liaw and food blogger Leyla Kazim. Recommendations from world-renowned chefs Jose Andres, Elena Arzak and Eric Ripert; television food star Andrew Zimmern; BBC MasterChef judge and chef Monica Galetti; and 15 more of the world’s top chefs and food writers were also included, CNN reported. The ranking is not about the perfect meal at a three-Michelin star restaurant, but how a dish tastes, its cultural significance and the importance of the location where it’s made and eaten. “When you have a salad Nicoise in New … [Read more...] about Pho named world’s 20th best food experience
One dead, one injured in Ayutthaya car crash
The Muang Ayutthaya police station was alerted of the accident at 10pm Wednesday on the Bangkok-bound Asia Highway in Tambon Hantra of Ayutthaya's Muang district. The driver was identified as Panaithat Nutalai, 29, and his passenger as Sornsuda Klongsombat, 25. The impact of the crash caused Panithat's right leg to be torn off and hurled into the tree, where it became wedged on a branch. His right arm was also almost torn off. The injured woman was rushed to a nearby hospital. A witness, Supachai Chaobanfang, 45, who was travelling behind the car, said he saw the vehicle gather speed as it crossed from the middle lane to the right lane. Blocked by a truck ahead, the car crashed into the barrier then tumbled into the ditch before hitting the tree. … [Read more...] about One dead, one injured in Ayutthaya car crash
Funds for current cadets intact, PMA clarifies
Funds for current cadets intact, PMA clarifies (philstar.com) - August 16, 2018 - 10:46am BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Funds for Philippine Military Academy cadets are intact, the academy clarified after a former official was dismissed for malversation. Maj. Chamberlain Esmino, PMA spokesman, said "cadets have enough funds for their training" although he could not immediately give an exact figure. He clarified that Lt. Col. Hector Marana was dismissed from his post as custodian for cadets' personal allowances in December 2012. The government allots P2 million for each cadet to cover the cost of four years at the premier military training institution. It also covers allowances for basic necessities. The PMA made the clarification after President Rodrigo Duterte announced Maraña's dismissal for malversation of P15 million in funds for cadets. Col. Edgard Arevalo, Armed Forces spokesman, earlier said Maraña had been … [Read more...] about Funds for current cadets intact, PMA clarifies
TAT launches plastic reduction drive
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced its new ‘Travel Thailand in Style, Reduce Plastic Waste’ initiative in collaboration with various stakeholders in a bid to cut tourism-related waste by up to 50 per cent by 2020. The framework will see TAT work hand in hand with strategic partners in launching publicity campaigns for responsible tourism. Public and private sector partners include the Expedia Group, Tourism Council of Thailand, Thai Hotels Association, the Chao Phraya River tourism-related businesses including ICONSIAM, Nonthaburi Municipality, Siam Piwat Retail and Development Company, and local communities in Bangkok. The collaboration and follow-up initiatives will encourage both tourists and businesses to address waste problems in key travel destinations generated by the country’s tourism sector. Mr. Yuthasak Supasorn, TAT Governor, said: “This collaboration is set to serve as a catalyst within Thailand’s travel and tourism … [Read more...] about TAT launches plastic reduction drive
Gold prices down 250 baht to B18,550
The Gold Traders Association on Thursday morning announced buying prices at 18,116.20 baht per baht-weight for gold ornaments and 18,450.00 baht per baht-weight for gold bars. Selling prices were set at 19,050.00 baht per baht-weight for gold ornaments, and 18,550.00 baht per baht weight for gold bars. This means gold prices are down 250 baht from Wednesday's close. Gold prices adjusted three times on Wednesday. Buying prices on Wednesday closed at 18,358.76 baht per baht-weight for gold ornaments and 18,700.00 baht per baht-weight for gold bars. Selling prices closed at 19,300.00 baht per baht-weight for gold ornaments, and 18,800.00 baht per baht-weight for gold bars. … [Read more...] about Gold prices down 250 baht to B18,550