Featured articles from Sébastien H. Brousseau — handpicked guides on living, travelling, dining and doing business in Thailand.
Suan Muang Porn is one of the most beautiful restaurant in Isaan. It is located on a small hill, in front of the reservoir (Lam Takhong).) near Sikhiu (Sometimes spelled Sikhio or . It is especially spectacular at sunset where the view is incredible. And the food matches the view.nnn View from the restaurant at…
Each year, Jim Thompson Farm is opening to public and you can visit this fantastic place in Pak Thong Chai. This year, they opened from 13 December 2014 to 11 January 2015. For more information: http://www.jimthompsonfarm.com/JIMTHOMPSON_FARM/HOME.html Visitor Tips Located in Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat), this is one of the many dining options available to visitors…
Cafe Capu has probably the largest selection of imported beers in Nakhon Ratchasima. The used to be on the road near The Ram and recently moved near the project called Venice Square. The is near Wang Mat Cha restaurant, and it might not be easy to find. There are still construction around in December…
Renovations at Klang Plaza 2 n Since the beginning of 2014, there are huge renovations at Klang Plaza 2. In the Bangkok Post here, they were talking about a 1 billion baht renovation for the Klang Plaza on Jomsurang Road: http://m.bangkokpost.com/business/365624 These pictures were taken in the last weeks and it looks like it will…
Shinzen Japanese restaurant in Korat If you are looking for affordable and good quality Japanese food in Korat, Shinzen is for you. Their menu includes sushi, sashimi, soba, they even have set menus, gyoza and more. Telephone is :044-354111 / 044-354112 On the third floor, they have a beautiful private room that you can…
Is Able: Beauty salon at Times Square, in Korat Is Able beauty salon is located at Times Square (Nong Phai Lom or near Shinzen) in Nakhon Ratchasima. They offer quality services and top notch products for hair care and others. For any inquiry, call Candy at 0853078689 (Thai only. Candy does speak some English…
— THIS PLACE STILL EXIST in 2026 but was moved to another location : https://maps.app.goo.gl/KMWLCzvotcHj5nKF6 There is a gem hidden in Sisaket called “Cuckoo’s nest”. A small pub (closed on Monday) serving Tex-Mex, Italian, foreign and Thai food. It is owned by Brian (American) and his Thai wife. It is not far from the train…
The Million Bottles Temple in Sisaket is about 60 km from Sisaket, toward the Cambodian border. It is a Buddhist temple, just like there are thousands in Thailand. However, something is quite unique: It was build with empty bottles! Thousands and Thousands of bottles. Beer bottles, red bud bottles, pepsi bottles, and also some pictures…
Korat BBQ festival 2014 It appears that the BBQ festival this year in Nakhon Ratchasima will be from 12 to 16 December 2014. It is normally organised by the Korat Chamber of commerce, with a theme of Cowbow and Indians, lots of food, music and others. There is a large selection of OTOP product and…
HIGH TIME RESTAURANT AND BAR IN KORAT There is a beautiful new bar in Korat called “High Time”. They had a ‘soft opening’ about one month ago, and will be adding more to the menu and service items. The owner is Bang, from Korat, who also lived in New-York, speaks perfect English and I believe…