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WHO WE ARE
BK Magazine is the premier English-language lifestyle
media brand in Bangkok, and the trusted source for
what’s cool in the city. We don’t hold back in our
reviews and we speak out on t he issues that matter to
Bangkokians—and our readers love us for it.
WHY BANGKOK
LOVES US
We are the opinion leader— Our readers trust us and turn to
us for unbiased opinions a nd recommendations on the city’s
best restaurants, shops, services, and entertainment. B
K is
often the first to spot—and set—new trends in the city.
We make a difference— We care about our city. When we
add our voice to the debate over the biggest issues in town,
our readers listen.
We know Bangkok best— The writers and columnists at
BK Magazine are held in high esteem as experts on our
city: the only independent food reviews in town, viciously
funny editorials, carefully curated travel deals and the most
comprehensive listings for the capital’s latest happenings.
BK Magazine is the go-to source for deep local knowledge
about the city.
The inside scoop— Bangkok changes fast, and so do we.
Week in and week out, we scour the city to find the best of
Bangkok—the brand new venues everyone’s talking about,
the coolest new shops, the hottest bars and the best new
restaurants.
Brand engagement— We provide a complete portfolio of
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needs of our readers. These channels enable our clients
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Top Demographics. We Reach the City’s Most Desirable Audience
OUR POWERFUL, ACTIVE READERS
The local English-reading Thai population makes up the majority of our readers. One thing all our readers
have in common is they are committed residents of Bangkok with impressive spending power. We speak
directly to the city’s most affluent and active young professionals.
TOP DEMOGRAPHICS
71%
92%
75%
Are in the prime
21-40 age range
Are Thai
residents
Have a bachelors
degree or higher
“You’ve got your
finger on Bangkok’s
pulse.”
SPENDING POWER
59%
PURCHASING INFLUENCE
Have been our
readers for 1-5 years
98%
72%
years
67%
70%
70%
Have been reading
us for more than 3
Read 2 or more
issues/month
Share BK
with friends
Use BK Magazine
more than any
other print source for city
living, entertainment and
events in Bangkok
Earn over THB60,000
per month
TECH SAVVY
69%
60%
68%
LOYAL
Shop online at least
once a month
Use and iOS
smartphone
Own a tablet
“It’s one of the best
English magazine
in Thailand. The
reviews are honest”
Have made a
purchase decision
based on information in BK
Magazine
91%
93%
66%
56%
52%
69%
55%
Choose
restaurants
Choose travel
destination
Choose a bar
or club
Choose hotels/
flights
Purchase beauty
products
Entertainment/
music/movies
OUTGOING
Our readers make the most
of their spare time
94%
91%
41%
54%
Travel
internationally
Eat out more than
once a week
Eat out more than
six times a week
Go to a
bar/club
Distribution
• 30,000 copies with a readership of 90,000. (In our
survey, readers indicate they share BK Magazine with
an average of two other people.)
Do the following each week
82%
85%
Watch
a film
Enjoy alcoholic
beverages
“It’s the easiest way to
find what’s happening
in Bangkok”
• Distributed every week in over 370 of Bangkok’s
best venues: cafes, restaurants, clubs and bars, cinemas, art venues and retail outlets.
Source: Based on BK Magazine readership survey, 2012 & 2014.
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ACCESSORIES
In the Bag
The multi-label fashion chain Pronto Denim now has a new store in Central Embassy. The branch launched with the latest collection from Freitag,
the Zurich-based bag brand known for making recycled products out of colorful truck tarpaulins and discarded seatbelts. Among F/W 2014’s standout
models is the F201 Pete (B9,100), a waterproof everyday carrier with both
backpack and hand carry strap options. Available at Pronto Denim, 3/F Central Embassy, 1031 Ploen Chit Rd., 02-160-5972. BTS Chit Lom/Phloen Chit
RESTAURANT
Flame On
Following the success of Honmono
Sushi and its sister chains, Iron Chef
Boontham Pakpo and his team are
bringing another venture to Bangkok.
Formerly Seikitei, an all-you-can-eat
DIY yakiniku restaurant, HIDA Grill
now offers different cuts of two-time
Wagyu Olympics-winning Hida beef
(starting at B350) for you to grill to
your own liking. Fans of Honmono can
still order fresh tuna sushi and sashimi
(starting at B120), freshly flown in
from Tokyo’s Tsukiji Market, as is de
rigueur. For gourmands on a budget, there are also set menus starting
from B150. G/F, Charn Issara Tower II,
Petchburi Rd., 02-718-1922-4. Open
daily 11:30am-2:30pm, 5-10:30pm.
www.fb.com/HidaGrill
JEWELRY
WATCHES
FASHION
Mix and Match
Swiss Gold
Abstract Expressions
Dutch jewelry brand Nikki Lissoni can now be found at The
Emporium’s accessories zone. Founded in 2005, Nikki Lissoni
makes customizable jewelry based on a three-component
design including a necklace, pendant and coin. Slotting into
the pendant, the coins can be changed to match your daily
outfit. The latest collection features crystal from Swarovski and
a main body coated in a one-micron-thick layer of pure silver, gold or rose gold. Available at Accessories Bazaar, 2/F The
Emporium Shopping Centre, 622 Sukhumvit Rd., 02-269-1000.
BTS Phrom Phong
Stop wearing your dive watch on a NATO strap because “it goes
with everything and James Bond did it.” Instead, we demand
you man up and get a traditional rose gold Swiss watch that’s
full of finishing details like guillochage and côtes de Genève.
Can’t afford a million-baht Patek? The Mido Baroncelli Gent
Small Seconds has all the aforementioned refinements, roman
numerals, an understated 38mm size and a Swiss movement.
It’s merely PVD gold plating, but then again, you’re only going
to wear this one to the occasional grown-up dinner. B34,900 at
department stores nationwide.
Ready-to-wear Thai brand Jaspal has introduced its latest fall/
winter collection, Abstract Perspective. The collection goes big
on knits and sequins, with a number of prints available too,
from loose floral dresses and shorts to checks and stripes. In a
departure from Jaspal’s regular style, you’ll also find unusual
cuts on sporty sweatshirts and kimono-like blazers. Key colors
are black, white, maroon and dark blue, while metallic pieces
such as a pleated skirt and neon yellow dress create a casual,
younger look. Available at Jaspal shops nationwide. Try 2/F,
CentralWorld, 4 Ratchadamri Rd., 02-251-5918. BTS Chit Lom
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DRINK
RESTAURANT
Pour it Yourself
Drink to That
Caffeine Fiend
Craving a Friday cocktail? Why not start the night creating your
own at Issaya Cooking Studio’s new mixology class, headed
by Adit Vansoh, the man behind the excellent drinks at Namsaah Bottling Trust and Issaya Siamese Club. For B930, you’ll
learn how to pour five different cocktails which you can then
knock back—definitely cheaper than having the same number of drinks in a high-end bar. Each Friday takes a different
theme, such as “Thai herbs” or “Mexican.” For reservations,
contact [email protected] or 02-160-5636. Eat Thai,
G/F, Central Embassy, 1031 Phloen Chit Rd., 02-160-5636.
BTS Phloen Chit. www.fb.com/issayastudio
Le Beaulieu ranked top of the pile in the 2014 edition of our
Top Tables fine-dining guide. Too fancy for you? Chef Hervé
Frerard is now putting renewed focus on casual bites at the
attached Le Bar by Le Beaulieu. The much more affordable
menu ranges from burgers and panini (from B290) to charcuterie platters (from B290-690), while you can get a set of
cold cuts with a bottle of Cote du Rhone for B1,990. Champagne Veuve Cliquot is B3,450; six oysters and a bottle of Chablis will set you back B2,800. G/F, Athenee Tower, 63 Witthayu
(Wireless) Rd., 02-168- 8220. BTS Chit Lom
A joint partnership between barista Saowalak Chinangkoolpiwat (formerly of the defunct Café No. 9 in Ekkamai) and a group
of Genie Records-affiliated artists and musicians, cutesy café
Cavefeine looks to do both caffeinated beverages and Thai comfort food with slight twists. Claiming to use freshly roasted beans
from a secret artisanal roaster, coffees include the olieng-yok-lor,
sweet ethnic kopee with olieng popsicle (B60), and Cavefeine
(B70), an iced cappuccino. If tea’s more your thing, order the
Indian selection (starting at B70), which incorporates imported
Assam tea with masala spices for an aromatic and sweet drink.
Ekkamai Soi 2. BTS Ekkamai. www.fb.com/cavefeine
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FASHION
NEW BARS
Dirt Chic
Old Town Openings
by Vasachol Quadri
Our top items for earth-toned elegance this winter.
By Vasachol Quadri and Chantich Kongchanmitkul
Scarf, Play Too,
B1,290
CINEMA WINE HOUSE
Wool-knit jumper,
Topshop, B2,290
Opened mid-July, Cinema Wine
House is a combination of
brunch spot, wine bar and film
screening lounge that’s set in
a colonial-style shophouse in
the old town. The menu, provided by nearby Chomp, offers
western dishes like steaks and
pastas through to Asian options like satay. Booze is very
pocket-friendly with house
wine starting from B90 by the
glass, while Leo (B70), Singha
(B80) and Phuket beer (B110)
round out the limited beer selection. The real highlight is up
on the second floor with the
cinema lounge. Similar to
Sukhumvit Soi 22’s FrieseGreene Club, reservations are
required and you can check the
weekly screening schedule on
the bar’s Facebook page. Films
are mostly mainstream classics
like Stardust and As Good as it
Gets and newer picks like Midnight in Paris and The King’s
Speech.
Wide shoulder
dress, Shaka,
price TBA
Flower earrings,
Kloset, price
TBA
Brown flower belt,
Kloset, price TBA
Leather
bag, Marni,
B39,000
WINES
On the Grapevine
Geometric
bag, Celine,
price TBA
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Thai Wine Association
(www.thaiwineassociation.com). To celebrate, a panel of wine
experts* held a blind taste test to dissect the flavors of some of
Thailand’s top labels. By Kim Wachtveitl
Aurora dress,
Tutti, price
TBA
Isabel Marant
Burberry Prorsum
Daks
Sleeveless dress,
Vickteerut,
B12,500
Blade mixed emerald necklace, Celine,
price TBA
SPARKLING WINE
WHITE WINE
RED WINE
Only two producers currently practice riddling,
a labor-intensive step in the production of
high-quality bottle-fermented sparkling wine:
Siam Winery, who produce the Extra Sec Rosé
for Monsoon Valley, and Granmonte Vineyard,
which this year released its first Crémant, made
from Chenin Blanc.
White wines have been the benchmark for New
Latitude Thailand, contrary to popular belief that
white grapes require cool weather to make good
wines. The Chenin Blancs and Colombards, in
both fruity and dry styles, have always provided
the most joy, but the new Viogniers from Khao
Yai, Hua Hin and Pattaya are also worth trying.
Here the panel was most divided. One half preferred a classic and restrained style, while the
other more full and robust wines. Thailand has
produced small-batch Tempranillo and Dornfelder
in the past, but the power-house Shiraz continues to reign supreme.
Tasting Notes
Tasting Notes
Tasting Notes
59/61 Samsen Rd. 096-4656526, 083-554-0170.
Open daily 5:30pm-12:30am.
www.fb.com/cinemawinehouse
Essentials
Topshop 1/F, CentralWorld, Rama I Rd.,
02-613-1660. BTS Siam/Chit Lom.
Givenchy G/F, Central Embassy, Ploen Chit Rd.,
02-160-5895. BTS Chit Lom/Ploen Chit.
Marni 1/F, Central Chidlom, Ploen Chit Rd.,
02-252-4996. BTS Chit Lom.
Celine, Vickteerut 1/F, The Emporium, Sukhumvit Rd.,
02-269-1000. BTS Phrom Phong.
Tutti Marketplace, Thonglor Soi 4, 089-9675989.
BTS Thong Lo.
Kloset, Greyhound, Playhound by Greyhound, Shaka
3/F, Siam Center, Rama I Rd., 02-658-1000. BTS Siam
ONLINE SHOPPING
Bordeaux and Beige
smooth leather
Pandora Box Bag,
Givenchy, price TBA
MI MANERA
MYTHUN
NORTHER JEWELRY
WEDNESDAY OFFICIAL
Style: Pearl on silver and black rhodium. Good if you like fine details
and multi-part rings.
Price: From TBA
Order via: Line: mimanera or [email protected]
Style: Made-to-order single alphabet
rings in silver, gold, rose gold or black
rhodium. A second line features clear
stone with a minimal metal body.
Price: B730 for alphabet and B1,690
for stone collection
Order via: Line: junejune or mythun.
[email protected]
Style: Various metal body shapes
with clear and opaque stones.
Price: From B900
Order via: Line: enisenis24 or [email protected]
Style: Minimal elegance, with pearl
rings and bangles in silver, black rhodium, gold and rose gold pieces.
Price: B1,650 for ring and B2,850 for
bangle
O rd e r v i a : L i n e : m i s m i n t o r
[email protected]
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Brown ankle boots,
Greyhound, B7,995
SOULBAR
Top 5 Jewelry Shops
NICH JEWELLERY
Granmonte Vineyard Crémant 2012,
B2,600
Monsoon Valley
Extra Sec Rosé 2010,
B1,799
Monsoon Valley
Colombard 2013,
B750
Yellow golden, lacking
aroma at first, but then
classic notes of apple
and yeast slowly surface, supported by a
fine mousse. Pleasantly dry. Beautiful
packaging! It would be
interesting to see how
this would perform in
a line-up with Vouvray
from the Loire.
Orange pink hue. A
very fruity nose of
strawberries with
noticeable residual
sugar on the palate.
Modern in style with
powerful mousse. Very
easy to drink.
Pale green, fresh and
enticing aromas of
herbs and apples.
Everyone on the
panel blind-guessed
the wine, which is also
a household name in
most hotels and Thai
restaurants. Near perfect balance.
Style: A little bit punk-rock, featuring
huge gemstone on top of silver, gold
and black rhodium bodies.
Price: From B1,050
Order via: Line: nichjewellery or
[email protected]
Pale yellow in colour.
This wine needed a
few minutes to rid the
matchstick nose before
showing honeyed aromas. The lower acidity
means it should pair
nicely with Thai food.
Granmonte Family
Vineyard Syrah Heritage 2012, B840
Monsoon Valley Cuvée de Siam
2010, B2,553
Dark purple with rich
plum aromas. Pure
dark-fruit flavors and
a voluptuous feel in
the mouth make this
an equal to many good
imports from the New
World, especially at the
price level.
Red garnet, subtle aromas on nose and palate. This needed time
to breathe after which
it showed classic oldworld qualities of red
fruits and an earthy,
savory character.
*The Panel
Andreas Pergher of Bottle Grotto, Giulio Saverino of Wine n’ About, and Philippe Bramaz of
Quince Eatery & Bar
The Verdict
Opened just last week, Soulbar is like the new Adhere 13.
Tucked in a small shophouse
down on Charoenkrung Road,
not very far from Chinatown,
the venue has been renovated
in a simple loft-like style with
a lot of empty space putting
the focus squarely on the soul
and funk live bands. We’re
seeing a lot of familiar faces
who have performed at Rehab
RCA. With its easy-going vibe,
we’re sure Soulbar will soon
become one of the hottest
spots in town for live music.
Stay tuned for our full review
in the coming weeks.
945 Charoenkrung Rd.,
095-521-1541. Open daily
4pm-midnight. www.fb.com/
livesoulbarbangkok
For the most part, these Thai wines could be placed at any dining table without
hesitation. When priced reasonably between B600-850 you get both a unique
experience and good value.
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Chenin Blanc 2012,
B790
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AVENUE
BITES & BLENDS
Every week, Avenue packs in the very best in fashion, dining, health
& beauty and tech. With a full-page opening, featuring glossy-quality
fashion and product shots and a sleek design, affluent living has never
looked this exciting. Other categories include home décor, property and
motoring.
BK Magazine is Bangkok’s most trusted brand for restaurants and
bars. This 2014, we dramatically expanded our F&B coverage. With
big, lavish images, more news, and a whole new section dedicated
to drinking, BK Bites & Blends reflects the changing tastes and
growing appetites of our readers.
upfront
page 3
escapes
escapes
now
now
HOT OR NOT
FILM REVIEW
Fight Night
Hot: Maggie Choo’s
Sidewalk Salvation
Apple Watch
Competition
Room
for Squares
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lastword
Surf
& Turf
Fully
Booked
Who's in charge?
Accountant Manita Bangmoung
Contributors Rob Brezsny, Kathy MacLeod
Interns Natcha Sanguankiattichai, Bell Naiyana,
Gail Piyanan, Nimarta Singhnamwong
Cover by Panita Thiraphapong
Marketing Executive Thasanee Sethi
Marketing Executive, Creative Services
Puttipat Teerakawongsakul
Production Supervisor Komkrit Klinkaeo
Art Director Dechart Sangsawang
Senior Graphic Designer Panita Thiraphapong
Graphic Designers Chantich Kongchanmitkul,
Peeraya Sirathanisa
Junior Graphic Designers Nemintorn Ketkeaw,
Wariya Whangwaewklang
IT Manager Takrit Jitjaroen
Distribution Executive Suda Angsuputiphant
Finance Manager Supaporn Bangmoung
Assistant Finance Manager Anchalee Limkhamduang
Senior Accountant Maneeya Kanthongdang
Senior Administrator Kanokgon Parajit
Group Directors
Chief Executive Officer
Gretchen Worth [email protected]
Group Digital Director
Greg Duncan [email protected]
Hot: Micro
apartments
Not: Living with your
parents
There’s now a better reason than ever to move out of home: new condos you
can actually afford. Sub-B2.5 and even sub-B2 million places are popping up all
over town (see Avenue, page 16). Sure, they’re not exactly a stroll from Thonglor,
and 24 sq meters seems to be the new 40 sq meters, and yes, apparently you
can pull-off a 2-bedrom in 40 sq meters, but at least they’re close to BTS stations.
Hot: Pierre Hermé
Not: Ladurée
After years of flaunting their latest trip to Paris—”Oh my God, the Ladurée macarons were so divine”—hi-sos were suddenly made to backtrack as Ladurée (see
Bites & Blends, page 18) landed in town for the hoi poloi to enjoy. Now, everyone is whispering about Pierre Hermé’s completely unconfirmed arrival in the
City of Angels.
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Advertising Director Wanida Akeapichai
Sales Managers Tipkritta Chiraporncharas,
Sherry Maturose Kato
Senior Sales Associates Tassanee Mahamad, Orajira
Sukkasem, Onwara Sittirug,
Waranuch Thaneerat, Nattaya Bovornsettanon,
Orakarn Laohakanjanasiri
Junior Sales Associates Doungporn Wanasinchai
Thailand, Let’s Be Tourism Together Campaign!
(National Press Bureau of Thailand) For re-launch to increase
the tourism to Thailand, the Bureau of the Tourism is have a
new auspicious campaign name “Thailand, Let’s Be Tourism
Together Campaign!” Tourism is 10 percent of all the GDP in
the kingdom and it is down 11-12 percent for Aug-July yearon-year because of bad quality food and weather.
The plan part one is to register all the bad men doing
scams in the popular cities of the Kingdom, such as Phuket
and Pattaya and Soi Cowboy. The scammers will be give a
training on speaking better English, politeness, real Thainess
and how to smile. Once the scammers pass the test, they
will be given a certificate and ID card with discounts at MK
and the BTS.
Also, taxi drivers, who want increase the fare, but must
to increase the quality of their service first for the happiness
to return to us all. For the taxi to be a higher fare, the service
will of VIP international standard, with a cold-towel, a plastic
cup with a plastic seal on the top (with the little straw that
cannot break the seal only if you really are hit with the
straw very fast) and also a Thai flower garland for the good
luck and the welcome.
The third plan of the “Thailand, Let’s Be Tourism Together
Campaign!” is the buddy system which will automatically
assign a buddy to the tourist when they arrive. For example,
if a 64-year-old white man in Soi Nana cannot remember his
name or his hotel at 1am, his homosexual Singaporean buddy
can take him to G.O.D for finish the night together and make
new friends.
The “Thailand, Let’s Be Tourism Together Campaign!”
begins this week with a food fair at Imperial World Samrong
with a traditional dance and traditional tuk-tuks made from
soft drink cans and opening ceremony for the good luck.
Hot: Café Racers
Not: Choppers
No more desperately searching through Thaiscooter.com looking for something—
anything—that has a green book and 50s-70s styling. Modern motorcycles with
classic café racer-era looks are now available in Thailand (see Avenue, page 14),
leaving you no excuse for that Honda Phantom with high-rise bars.
Where to find us!
Shanghai
Email: [email protected]
Singapore
Asia City Publishing Pte. Ltd.
Block 211 Henderson Rd.
#14-03 Henderson Industrial Park
Singapore 159552
How did you get into this line of
work?
one who has to wear them because
I have smaller feet than Nhae.
Nhae: After graduating as an electrician, I couldn’t find a job so my
brother, who worked as a sound
engineer at Kantana, suggested I
get into this. I had absolutely no
idea what to do at first but have
now been doing it for 40 years.
Have you had any accidents while
working?
Lek: I used to work in the provinces as a “checker”—the guy who
checks movie reels before they get
screened. Then I started working on
sets and finally ended up as a foley.
What skills does a good foley
need?
Lek: You need to know the subtle
differences between the same types
of sound. For example, the sound
of footsteps is different for a man,
woman and child so I have to be
able to recreate each one accurately.
If ever we need to make the sound
of a woman in high heels, I’m the
Lek: Getting wounded is totally normal for me, but only small things.
My biggest accident was breaking a
finger while carrying a rock.
Nhae: I’ve fallen over in high heels
before, but never anything serious.
What are the most difficult sounds
you’ve had to create?
Nhae: Back in the old days, we had
to capture the “whoom” of a speeding motorbike flying by. To get the
perfect sound we had to record late
at night, and the residents of the soi
we were recording on thought we
were a motorbike gang causing trouble. There is a sound library, but the
noises don’t always match the right
environment, so we have to recreate
them in our messy studio until the
sound engineer says it’s OK.
How much do foleys get paid?
Nhae: The rate is flexible, from
B2,000-4,000 for one movie, which
takes about 15-20 days to complete.
Are there many young people in
this line of work?
Nhae: There are, but I don’t think
they’ll be doing it for long. You
need to be really patient and love
the work. I’ve seen a lot of people
try but they don’t stay long because
it can be so monotonous. It’s unfortunate.
After 40 years, what drives you to
keep doing it?
Lek: Foley work is my life. Even
though I have to work every day,
I still have fun. I’m happy to work
with my colleagues and try new
things. Interview by Rujiga Techapaitoonsuk
and Monruedee Jansuttipan
THAT’S WHAT SHE SAID
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here’s not much literature out there about the Northern Territory (NT), one of the least populated parts of Australia.
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Darwin
Nitmiluk National Park
Just a short drive away from the airport is the biggest city in NT. Don’t expect a huge metropolis,
though; walking from one end of the city center to
another takes only half an hour.
This Aboriginal-owned national park is traveler HQ,
due to the stunning Katherine Gorge (actually 13
linked gorges). It’s a half-day drive from Darwin
city, so we recommend staying for at least a couple of nights.
Do: Watching sunsets is a real obsession here.
We found awesome views at Mindil Beach Sunset Market (www.mindil.com.au), which is touristy but worth it for cloud-watching on the beach
while listening to trippy didgeridoo electronica.
Outdoor movie screening series Deckchair Cinema
(Jervois Rd., +61-8-8981-0700. www.deckchaircinema.com.au, from A$16/B457) is also a must-do,
with an impressive line-up of critically-acclaimed art
house films and a bar on-site. The upmarket waterfront dining enclaves are also nice at night, such as
Darwin Waterfront Lagoon (Kitchener Dr.) and
Cullen Bay Marina (3/68 Marina Blvd., Larrakeyah,
+61-8-8942-0400. www.cullenbaymarina.com.au).
Eat: Ducks’ Nuts (76 Mitchell St., +61-8-8942-2122,
www.ducksnuts.com.au) is our pick for droolsome
brunch food and coffee. At night, pan-Southeast
Asian restaurant Hanuman (93 Mitchell St., +6108-8941-3500. www.hanuman.com.au), draws a
dressed-up crowd night after night. You can also
go on a boozy dinner cruise with Darwin Harbour
Cruises (www.darwinharbourcruises.com.au, A$89/
B2,547)—the buffet fare isn’t all that, but the setting
and sea breeze go a long way. For drinks, there are
plenty of backpacker pubs along Mitchell Street, but
edgy, gay-friendly club Throb (1/64 Smith St., +618-8942-3435. www.facebook.com/throbnightclub)
is where there’s a real alternative nightlife scene.
Darwin
Edith Falls
Nitmiluk
Katherine
Edith Falls
If you’re driving (or being driven) south, stop for
a dip in this incredible natural plunge pool. It’s a
little rocky underfoot, but swimming in the cool,
clear water (fish and all) is to die for, especially
when it’s hot.
Do: See Katherine Gorge on a breathtaking 15-min
helicopter ride from Nitmiluk Tours (www.nitmiluktours.com.au, A$99/B2,833). They also do boat
cruises and walks if you want to see the gorges up
close. But it can be tricky to see more of the outback
on your own, especially since mobile data coverage is spotty and it’s hard to get around. It pays to
arrange a bespoke tour with the excellent Indigofera Ecotours (www.indigofera.com.au, from $189/
person or B4,811/person per day).
Stay: Super-luxe eco-lodge Cicada Lodge (Gorge
Rd., Katherine, +61-8-8974-3100, www.cicadalodge.com.au, from A$450/night or B12,870/night)
has everything you need for an amazing time—gorgeously-furnished and lavishly-stocked “shacks,” a
mini-pool, a fantastic restaurant and poolside bar,
plus great service to boot.
GETTING THERE
There’s no direct flight
from Bangkok to Darwin,
so you’ll have a layover in
Singapore. Singapore Airlines (www.singaporeair.
com) has fares starting
from B23,345 for a roundtrip. For budget travelers,
Jetstar (www.jetstar.com)
starts from B19,580 for a
round-trip, but do keep
an eye on semi-regular
promotions.
GETTING AROUND
If you’re not joining a
tour, you’ll need to rent a
car (big players like Hertz
have a presence in Darwin) for the drive south—
but note that it can be tiring , unless you’re a
seasoned long-distance
driver.
CLIMATE
Dry season (May-Sep) is
tourist season: hot and
sunny with little rainfall.
Wet season (Oct-Apr) is
cooler and a lot cheaper,
but beware of heavy
monsoon rain, storms
and cyclones. For more
useful info, visit www.
australiasoutback.com.sg.
VISAS
You’ll need one. The most
painless way to get it is to
apply through the Electronic Travel Authority
(A$20/B572 from eta.immi.gov.au).
EXCHANGE RATE
A$1 = B28.60
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Stay: Rydges Darwin Resort (1 Sir Norman Brearly
Dr., Marrara, +61-8-8920-3333. www.rydges.com, from
A$209/night or B5,980/night) resort is perfect for making the most of the tropical weather, although it’s next
to the airport and you have take a shuttle to reach the
city center. If you want to stay in the city, DoubleTree by
Hilton (122 Esplanade, +61-8-8943-3600. doubletree.hilton.com, from A$169/night or B4,783/night) has rooms
with top-floor harbor views.
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The Homesman (USA) HHHHH
Set in 19th century America, frontiersman
George Briggs (Tommy Lee Jones) is rescued
by Mary Bee Cuddy (Hilary Swank) and in
return is asked to help escort three insane
women from Nebraska to Iowa. Oct 2
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Clara Lim explores Australia’s mysterious—and very scenic—Northern Territory.
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ALMOST FAMOUS
Chad “Lek” Mahapitchayakul (left), 67, and Thanasak “Nhae” Julaked
(right), 62 work as foley artists at Kantana Studio. They’re the guys behind the
scenes on blockbusters making up custom sound effects, from the rustling of
newspapers and banging of doors to the clack-clacking of high heels on a tiled
floor. BK discusses what surviving 40 years in the industry has involved—and
why a good foley artist needs to have small feet.
Katherine Gorge
The sports and health center recently launched
a series of health programs that are designed
to help visitors de-stress, detoxify and lose
weight. Facilitated by professional fitness trainers and an international medical team, the seven-day exclusive detox program is designed
to get rid of toxins and metabolic waste as
well as relax your senses through numerous
treatments. Priced at B113,000 per person,
the package includes seven nights’ accommodation in a standard room, full-board detox
meals, consultations, health tests, personal
training and treatments like detox therapy,
light therapy, bilocatalytic oxygenation, detox
foot bath and aromatic massage.
Atsumi Retreat Healing
Center
34/18 Soi King Pattana 4, Saiyuan Rd., Rawai,
081-272-0571. www.atsumihealing.com
The health resort offers fasting and detox programs which include yoga, massage and treatments like colon hydrotherapy. There are many
packages on offer to meet a variety of requirements ranging in length from 3-10 days. Facilities include a gym, a swimming pool and a
raw café selling a variety of raw food dishes.
If you are a detox beginner, try the pre-fast
or raw food program. The four-day package is
priced at B23,100 per person, which includes
accommodation, round-trip airport transfers,
handbook, daily Thai herbal steam sauna, raw
meals, healthy drinks and supplements and
numerous treatments like probiotics, liver flush
and a daily massage.
CHIANG MAI
Rarinjinda Wellness and
Spa
14 Charoenraj Rd., Wat Kate, 053-247-000.
www.rarinjinda.com
Situated in Rarinjinda Wellness and Onsen
Resort, the spa offers a variety of treatments
ranging from traditional Thai massage to aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. Through Oct 31,
it’s offering a special three-night detox package at B29,100 for one person and B37,800 for
two people. The package includes a three-night
stay, daily breakfast, daily spa cuisine dinner,
airport transfers, a half-day trip to Maesa Elephant Camp, access to yoga and fitness classes,
use of the infrared sauna and numerous spa
treatments designed to suit your personal
requirements following a consultation. Treatments include foot spa, body scrub, colonic irrigation, aromatherapy oil massage, Thai massage, facial and hot stone massage. Be sure to
also check out the spa’s Japanese-style onsen
pools, opened earlier this year.
Tao Garden
274 Moo 7, Luang Nua, Doi Saket, 053-921-200.
www.tao-garden.com
Set apart from Chiang Mai’s city center amid
lush tropical greenery, Tao Garden is a health
resort which offers a variety of detox programs and spa options such as hydrotherapy,
Ayurvedic and anti-aging treatments. It also
houses a clinic offering fasting, weight-loss
and stress-relief programs. The accommodation
has beautiful views of Mae Kung Dam. We recommend the three-day-two-night detox package, which includes a consultation, live blood
analysis, abdominal therapy, lymphatic drainage massage, colon hydrotherapy, foot detox,
three healthy meals a day (buffet style), use
of infrared sauna and herbal steam facilities,
and holistic classes like Chinese yoga, meditation and chi kung exercise. Through Oct 31, it’s
offering special rates at B13,676 per person for
a stay in a standard double room and B15,747
per person for a single room.
SAMUI
Kamalaya
102/9 Moo 3, Laem Set, Na Muang, 077-429-800.
www.kamalaya.com
Located atop a jungle-covered mountain,
Kamalaya is one of Thailand’s best integrated
wellness retreats. Newcomers should try the
full-board introduction program that aims to
cleanse toxins from your body with a diet of
pure organic food and a number of body treatments over three days. Priced at B53,700, the
package includes a three-night stay in a hillside room, three detox meals a day, round-trip
airport transfers, access to yoga classes, a wellness gift pack and numerous spa treatments
like a detoxifying body scrub and wrap, traditional Asian massages and lymphatic drainage therapy.
Set in 1999 on the verge of Y2K, the film follows Scudder (Neeson), an ex-cop,
ex-alcoholic turned unlicensed private detective, on his quest to track down two
psychotic killers. Their specialty is kidnapping the wives of drug dealers/traffickers, who they hold for ransom but then chop up even after delivery of the cash.
With the police unwilling to get involved because of the victims’ relationships to
criminals, Scudder and his semi-sidekick TJ (Brian Astro Bradley) step in to help.
Absolute Sanctuary
88 Moo 5, Bophut, 077-601-190. www.absolutesanctuary.com
The Moroccan-inspired boutique wellness
resort is situated in Koh Samui’s Cheong Mon
Hills overlooking the Gulf of Thailand. Recently
awarded “Best Value for Weight Loss” by Condé
Nast Traveler, the resort offers detox, spa,
yoga, fitness, weight management, Pilates and
anti-stress holiday programs which can be tailored to different needs. For those who just
want to dip a toe into the world of detox, the
one-day sampler program is the most intensive
short-term option available. Priced at B7,500,
it starts each day at 8am with a detox drink,
followed by a wellness consultation with bioimpedance analysis and a colon hydrotherapy
session. This is followed by a detox massage,
after which you can swim, drink coconut juice
and relax with a herbal steam bath. Finish your
day of body cleansing with a yoga class. The
package also includes detox food like broth
soup and a vegetarian or raw-food meal. If you
have time, consider the resort’s three-day signature detox package, which includes accommodation. Prices start from B38,700 for one
person and B61,400 for couples.
HUA HIN
In the Loop
Indie synth fans, your weekend has been sorted by Live
Loop Asia, who are bringing
together some of the best
repetitive electronica acts from
around Asia—Yui Cello, Randlof
Arriola, Stylish Nonsense—for
the two-day Y2K14/Live
Loop Asia Festival from Oct
3-4. See MUSIC, page 32.
Rarinjinda Wellness & Spa
In some ways, Tombstones is exactly what you’d expect from a modern Liam
Neeson film. In other ways, it isn’t. No doubt, he does the part of Scudder justice—rough but calm, slightly fatherly, able and willing to kick some ass (one of
the character’s better portrayals, in fact)—but it’s very close to some of his past
roles. And he still can’t do an American accent. But unlike Neeson’s most credible action movie, Taken (2008), there is a distinct lack of story development,
especially in the first half. And despite there being no shortage of blood, as given
away by that trailer, the movie suffers from too few fight scenes, while the ones
there are seem weakly executed.
But the movie is not without depth. Although the dialogue drags on at times,
director Scott Frank slowly and successfully illustrates Scudder’s emotional journey throughout the dark two-hour running time. Certainly, A Walk Among the
Tombstones is more than just another generic action thriller.
Bikers’ Delight
Cycling is not just about sitting in bike cafés
drinking iced matcha. Get kitted up with
the latest gear at International Bangkok
Bike 2014, Impact Arena, where local
dealers and big players around the region
peddle their wares from top brands like
Thule, GT and Specialized. See HAPPENINGS, page 34. There’s also a new bicycle
track. See WHY NOT, page 35.
Absolute Sanctuary
Back to Black
The ongoing 16th International Festival of Dance and Music gets into
full swing this week, as Timothy
John Rushton MBE, leader of the
Copenhagen-based Danish Dance
Theater, directs Black Diamond on
Oct 9—what promises to be one of
the best contemporary ballets this
city has seen in a long time. See
STAGE, page 32.
Chiva-som
73/4 Petchkasem Rd., Prachuab Khirikhan,
032-536-536. www.chivasom.com
Set on a secluded beach near Hua Hin’s Khao
Takiab, the luxurious health resort offers extensive wellness and detox programs, from weight
management to fitness, spa and anti-aging
treatments. On arrival, guests are offered a
consultation session to create a tailored detox
program. Stimulate your digestive and metabolic systems with the resort’s Art of Detox
Retreat Program. Through Sep 30, it’s offering a special promotion where you can enjoy
a 10-night program for the price of a fivenight stay. Rates are B129,000 for one person and B188,320 for two persons. The package includes 10 nights’ accommodation, three
healthy meals per day, five spa treatments,
colonic hydrotherapy, a set of supplements,
numerous health and fitness classes and unlimited use of steam room, sauna and Jacuzzi.
HISO Rainbow Party
NIGHTLIFE
Fabulous boys unite, every first Friday
of the month at HISO Rainbow Party, held at Sofitel So Bangkok. Dress
code: “Ethnic chic.” Oct 3-4, 9pm.
Sofitel So Bangkok, 2 Sathorn Rd.
02-624-0000. B300 (one free drink).
MRT Lumpini.
Atsumi Healing Center
Phatfunk
The local DJ crew is being joined by rising
funk star, Indianapolis-based Dave Owen
and heavyweight DJ-producer Terraform
with local support from Aztek, DeLorean
and DJ Instinct. Oct 3-4, 10pm. Glow,
96/4-5 Sukhumvit Soi 23, Call 086 614
3355, 089 669 7089 for more info. B400.
www.glowbkk.com. MRT Sukhumvit.
Chiva-som
Wai-Peng-Nak-Leng-Kha-Sun (Thai)
In this teenage gang flick, Peng (Nick
Kunatip) must decide whether to stop a
rival high school gang from wreaking havoc at a concert headlined by his beloved
brother, or to keep a promise made to his
mother not to cause any more trouble. Yaoi
fans, be prepared for a steamy boy-on-boy
make-out sesh. Oct 9
God Help the Girl
Good news for Sunday Brunch. The timing
of Wasinburee Supanichworapat’s new
photo exhibition, BURIUM2 (Oct-5-Nov 2) is the
perfect excuse to head across the river to The
Never Ending Summer this Sunday. Showing at
The Jam Factory, the latest work by Ratchaburi’s
celebrated ceramicist features both black and
white photography and contemporary handicraft
installations. See ART, page 33.
Have you been treating yourself to too much
food and wine lately? These detox programs will
help clean your system and relax your senses.
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Detox Holidays
First there was location-based gay hookup app Grindr, then straights got Tinder and
now Grindr is back in the news. The app’s been used for so many nefarious purposes,
it’s had to disable users’ distance information. Given that no gay clubs remain in
Otokor and Sarasin, maybe killing Grindr altogether wouldn’t be such a bad thing. So
turn off your phone and head to Maggie Choo’s this Sunday (see BK Now, page 30).
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Managing Editor, Product Director
Gr goire Glachant
Managing Editor Oliver Irvine
Deputy Editor Carl Dixon
Features Associate Monruedee Jansuttipan
Senior Staff Writer Wachiraporn Janrut,
Vasachol Quadri
Junior Content Coordinator
Sipanna Broesevangroenou
Junior Writer Kritthee Visitkitjakarn,
Lily Kittisrikangwan, Kanin Srimaneekulroj
Art Bites
Not: Grindr
FILM
Britney Spears meets Street Fighter II this
Saturday, as the down-and-dirty party night
Trasher returns for its most ambitious
event yet. They’ll be taking over Ratchadamnoen Stadium for a wild fight-themed
costume party for wannabe Catwomen and
Katniss Everdeens to do battle in the ring.
See NIGHTLIFE, See this page.
Sawasdee
Fighter: Live From Ratchadamnoen Boxing Stadium
In collaboration with Test BKK, which is
launching its “Suck F*ck Test Repeat” campaign to raise awareness of HIV testing,
Trasher is bringing us what looks to be the
wildest, most creative party this month:
a rave with girls, guys and gays in their
best fighter costumes—Street Fighter, Katniss , Kill Bill , you name it. Yes, there is
a prize for the best-dressed fighter. Oct
4-5, 9:20pm. Ratchadamnoen Boxing
Stadium, 1 Ratchadamnoen Rd., 02-2814205. B300.
Armada Night
Armada Night
Indie Dancehall
Armada Night comes to town with Dutch
DJs MaRLo and Mark Sixma—both of
whom have caught the eye of famous
trance DJ Armin Van Buuren. Oct 10-11,
8:30pm. Ku Bar (Ku De Ta), 39-40/F,
Sathorn Square, 98 Sathorn Rd., 02-2623456. B1,500 from Thaiticketmajor. www.
fhm.in.th/armadanight. BTS Chong Nonsi.
DJ team Sonic Beats, made up of DJs Supersonic, Stargazer, LingDum, Monster P,
Tripop and DJYP, plays indie dance tunes
from all eras, along with Note Dudesweet
and visuals by Lazyhusband. Expect New
Order, The Prodigy and Hot Chip. Oct 3,
9pm. Rockademy, A-Square (next to
Flow House, opposite K-Village), Sukhumvit Soi 26, 02-261-3833. B250 (1 beer).
One Exclusive Salsa Night
Veteran trombonist and composer Jimmy
Bosch, aka El Trombon Criollo, will perform
with the Siam Cuban Band at this Salsa
party. Reservations at 089-035-7032 and
084-023-399. Oct 29, 7pm. Le Meridien
Hotel, Surawong Rd. B1,200 (1 drink).
MRT Silom.
YO BKK! Dirty South Edition
At the party by Late Night Brotherhood
and Moose Bangkok, DJs Tech 12, Knatz,
Slomororo and Sir Waltz with MC Emon
play Southern rap hits and B-sides from
the 80s, 90s and now, including Outkast,
UGK and TLC. Oct 7, 9pm. Moose Bangkok, Ekkamai Soi 21. B100 (free entry
before 10pm).
Despite too many characters with only a vague connection to the main plot, and
a storyline as predictable as this one, there is still enough in there to be kept on
edge throughout. We like the noir ambience and at times picturesque views of
Brooklyn, the small late-90s details, and the occasional, well-scripted moment
of light humor. The killers are creepy, the graphic scenes believable, the supporting cast strong. If Frank had only managed to pace the plot well, it might even
have been a decent movie. Lily Kittisrikangwan.
FILM FESTIVAL Shnit
Bangkok has been selected as one of the “9 Playgrounds” (and the only one in
Southeast Asia) to host the 12th Shnit International Short Film Festival (Oct
8-12, 10am-6pm, with screenings starting ever two hours). Founded in Switzerland, Shnit selects 64 of the best short film entries from 24 countries and
screens them at locations around the world. In turn, international audiences
select their favorites from each short film category, with winners announced
on Oct 19. Past winners include Right Here, Right Now by Anand Gandhi, and
The Facts in the Case of Mister Hollow by Rodrigo Gudino. There’s also a workshop with two guest speakers (B220, B120 for students).
The Book of Life (USA) (not yet rated)
A 3D animation that follows Manulo (Diego
Luna), a young man torn between fulfilling
his family’s expectations and following his
heart, on a journey across three fantastic
worlds in which he must confront his biggest
fears. Oct 2
Planes: Fire and Rescue (USA)
HHHHH
This 3D animation sequel follows depressed
ex-racer Dusty Crophopper (Dane Cook),
who starts a new chapter training as a
firefighter. Oct 2
Naked Ambition 3D (Hong Kong)
HHHHH
In this parody of the Japanese porn industry,
literature graduate Wyman Chan (Chapman
To) loses his job as an erotic writer and
decides to go to Japan with his friends to
produce his own adult video. Oct 2
Annabelle (USA) (not yet rated)
In this spin-off of The Conjuring (2013), John
(Ward Horton) and Mia Gordon (Annabelle
Wallis) experience a series of terrifying occurrences involving a vintage doll named
Annabelle. Oct 2
Rurouni Kenshin: Kyoto Inferno
(Japan) (not yet rated)
Kenshin Himura (Takeru Satô), a samurai
who vowed never to draw his sword again,
must rise up to protect the nation from the
evil Makoto Shinshio’s (Tatsuya Fujiwara)
attempts to bring down the Meiji government. Oct 2
upcoming
This historic drama tells the legendary story
of Admiral Yi Sun-Sin (Choi Min-sik) and the
Battle of Myenngnyang, in which Korea’s
greatest naval commander led just 12 ships
to victory against an almighty Japanese
fleet. Oct 9
The Babadook (Australia)
Amelia (Essie Davis) struggles to take care
of her son Samuel, who suffers from regular nightmares about a fantastical monster.
After Samuel receives a mysterious storybook named Mister Babadook, Amelia
begins to realize that the monster from
her son’s nightmares is slowly coming to
life. Oct 9
Alexander and the Terrible, Horri-
ble, No Good, Very Bad Day (USA)
After suffering a series of misfortunes,
11-year-old Alexander realizes that his always-happy family are about to have the
most “terrible, horrible, no good and very
bad day” of their lives, and they must get
through it together. Based on the 1972
children’s book by Judith Viorst. Starring
Jennifer Garner and Steve Carell. Oct 9
Saint Laurent (France)
Gaspard Ulliel plays Yves Saint Laurent in
this biopic, which follows the great designer’s life from 1965 to 1989 as he rises to
the top of the fashion industry, and reveals
the private life and relationships behind his
success. Oct 9
now showing
A Walk Among the Tombstones
(USA) HHHHH (see opposite)
Looking to make up for his past indiscretions, alcoholic former NYPD detective Matt
Scudder (Liam Neeson) helps a drug dealer
(Dan Stevens) hunt down the men who
kidnapped and murdered his wife.
Viy (Russia) (not yet rated)
Traveling from Europe to the East in the
18th century, cartographer Jonathan Green
(Jason Flemyng) becomes stuck in a small
village inside an impenetrable forest
where the villagers hide themselves from
the world, believing it will keep them safe
from evil.
The Prince (USA)
With the help of his best friend (played
by John Cusack), ex-crime boss Paul (Jason
Patric) confronts an old archrival (Bruce
Willis) while on a quest to rescue his kidnapped daughter. K-pop fans can expect an
appearance by Rain. Oct 9
God Help the Girl (UK) HHHHH
The musical drama written and directed
by Belle and Sebastian singer-songwriter
Stuart Murdoch stars Emily Browning as
Eve, who writes songs as a remedy for her
depression. She comes into contact with
James (Olly Alexander) and Cassie (Hannah
Murray), two musicians dealing with their
own issues.
Automata (Spain, USA)
Antonio Banderas returns to the screen in
the new picture by the makers of 300: Rise
of the Empire and The Expendables trilogy.
In the year 2014, an insurance agent (Banderas) of ROC Robotics Corporation discovers an abnormality in the system that could
bring an end to human civilization. Oct 9
The Purge: Anarchy (USA) HHHHH
In this thriller sequel set in a dystopian Los Angeles, a couple fight for their
lives after their car breaks down during
The Purge, an annual 12-hour period
when all known crimes become legal.
Premature (USA) HHHHH
High school senior Rob (John Karna) is
forced to re-live his biggest day, losing his
virginity, over and over again until he gets
it right.
Fin Sugoi (Thai-Japan)
This cross-cultural romcom by Tanwarin
Sukkhapisit centers on friendship and romance among Thai and Japanese teenage
fans of a J-rock band. Also stars Makoto
Koshinaka.
The Maze Runner (USA) HHHHH
With his memory erased, Thomas (Dylan
O’Brien) finds himself trapped inside a maze
with a group of strangers with whom he
must work to find a way out. Based on
James Dashner’s best-selling novel.
As Above So Below (USA) HHHHH
In this found footage horror flick by John
Erick Dowdle, archaeologist Scarlet (Perdita
Weeks) and her team explore the catacombs
beneath Paris only to be attacked by hellish
creatures.
Concrete Clouds (Pavang Rak)
(Thai) (not yet rated)
Set in Bangkok during the 1997 economic
crisis, Lee Chatametikool’s romance drama
follows Mutt (Ananda Everingham), who
returns to Bangkok following his father’s
suicide and crosses paths with his ex-lover
(Janesuda Parnto) from high school.
free screenings
Jam
Every Wednesday night is Cult Movie Night.
Theme for September is Robin Williams.
Films start at 8pm, visit www.fb.com/JAMCAFEBKK for schedule. 41 Charoen Rat Soi 1,
083-545-1833. Open Tue-Sun noon-midnight
The Friese-Greene Club
The schedule follows a daily theme. Films
start from 8pm, visit www.fgc.in.th for the
full line-up and to reserve your seat. 259/6
Sukhumvit Soi 22, 087-000-0795. Open
Wed-Sun 6pm-late
Alliance Française
Movies are subtitled in English and
screened at 7pm. Oct 8. Le Salaire De La
Peur (1953): In this adapatation of George
Arnaud’s 1950 novel, four men stuck in
a small Central American town decide to
undertake the dangerous task of transporting two trucks of nitroglycerine that could
explode any time. 179 Witthayu (Wireless)
Rd., 02-670-4200
Japan Foundation
Movies are subtitled in Thai and screened at
6:30pm. Theme for October is Retrospective
III. Oct 03. Children of Nagasaki (1983): Dr.
Nagai, a survivor of the Nagasaki atomic
bomb, begins to write his memoir while
remaining committed to the treatment of
his patients until his death. 10/F, Sermmit
Tower, 159 Soi Asoke, 02-260-8560. www.
jfbkk.or.th
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Oct 8-12. TK Park, Central World, Ratchadamri Rd. BTS Chit Lom. B120 per screening or
B300 to see all five screenings—and there’s free popcorn.
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PAGE 3 & UPFRONT
ESCAPES
BK NOW
Page 3 offers hard-hitting political satire
while Upfront is filled with the latest—and
often oddest — news on Bangkok and the
rest of Thailand.
Our readers love to travel. Every week,
Escape Routes has a suitcase worth of deals;
while our travel stories go the distance
with their practical tips and trustworthy
recommendations.
The most comprehensive music, nightlife, art
and film listings in Bangkok. Plus: artist, actor
and performer interviews, new venues, Hua
Hin/Pattaya listings and more.
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BK Magazine Rate Card 2015
BEYOND PRINT
• Your ads will also reach BK Magazine e-newsletter subscribers — BK Magazine is downloadable as PDF from our weekly BK Weekend .
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FRONT SECTION
SIZE (w x h)
1X 6X 12X24X
Full Page
265x375 mm
92,400
87,780
83,160
78,540
Half Page
*H 254x170 mm/*V 125x343 mm
56,700
53,865
51,030
48,196
Quarter Page
125x170 mm
39,900
37,904
35,910
33,914
Quarter Page Banner
254x85 mm
75,000
71,250
67,500
63,750
Full Page
265x375 mm
71,500
67,925
64,350
60,775
Half Page
*H 254x170 mm/*V 125x343 mm
48,400
45,980
43,560
41,140
Quarter Page
125x170 mm
29,700
28,215
25,730
25,245
Quarter Page Banner
254x85 mm
57,200
54,340
51,480
48,620
1/8 Page
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18,700
17,765
16,830
15,895
BACK SECTION
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104,500
99,000
93,500
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90,250
85,500
80,750
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94,000
89,300
84,600
79,900
Double Page Spread
530x375 mm
155,000
147,250
139,500
131,750
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530x375 mm
187,000
177,650
168,300
158,950
Front Cover Banner
265x85 mm
150,000
142,500
135,500
127,500
Cover Wrap 4pp**
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396,000
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BK Magazine Rate Card 2015
Full Page
Double Page Spread
1/4
Square
1/8
Horizontal
1/8
Horizontal
1/8
Vertical
1/2
Vertical
1/4
Vertical
1/8
Vertical
1/2 Horizontal
1/4 Banner
marketplace
marketplace
marketplace
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1/32
1/16
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Vertical
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36,000
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82 x 125 mm
14,500
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82 x 60 mm 8,300
Text Ad. (no picture) - 4 insertions min.
50 words max.
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50 words max.
17,200
(All prices in Thai Baht)
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publication.
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Wednesday, 9 days
before publication.
Magazine Size:
Color Proofing:
375 x 265mm (HxW)
We will supply one matching set of colorcorrected proofs with 133-line screen on 70gsm woodfree paper or equivalent paper.
File Requirements:
• Electronic files must be created on Macintosh computers (not PCs) • Final completed artwork must be converted to pdf file at 300dpi
using one of the following software programs:
in printed size.
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• Minimize the number of steps used to create a gradation or blend.
• Include all screen and printer fonts. (Fonts will be deleted after use).
• Accompanied by a proof (proofs should indicate the final artwork
to be published).
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Asia City Media Group / Custom Publishing
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CUSTOM PUBLISHING
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Utilizing over 20 years of publishing
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sculptor and designer Piero Fornasetti
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design ideas
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and hippest venues for
design, fashion, dining and
more in Hong Kong, Singapore and Kuala Lumpur
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CUSTOM APPLICATIONS
As well as developing our own awardwinning applications, Asia City also builds
bespoke mobile applications—in English
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Whether that’s a promotional guide to your
luxury resort, a monthly tablet magazine, a
social media campaign or a mobile phone
application that’s tied to a specific promotion,
we have the technical and editorial expertise
to help you make your mark digitally.
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Asia City Media Group
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Bangrak, Bangkok 10500 Thailand
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