River City

You can touch the Thai magic at River City. It was founded in 1984. This shopping adventure is located on the Chao Phraya River next to the Royal Orchid Sheraton and features 192 shops and presents an ideal place to look for hand-woven Thai silk and cotton, gems and jewelry, decorative objects, leather goods, antiques, handicrafts and other souvenirs. A free shuttle service runs to and from nearby major hotels located on the river.

The Antique Shops open 8:30a.m to 6 p.m. Monday to Sunday, whereas Boutique shops open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday to Sunday. It is situated at 23 Yota Road, Sampantawong, Bangkok 10100 Thailand. For more information, please visit http://www.rivercity.co.th or email at auction@rivercity.co.th or Tel: +66 2 237 0077

You can get there by BTS to Saphan Taksin Station. There's a free shuttle boat service to the River City available at Sathorn Pier everyday from 10:00 to 20:00.

Thai food

Thai food has become one of the world's favorite cuisines. Talking about 'Thai food' , means talking of four very distinct regions in the country, each with their own culinary and traditions. This also means the dishes created in the royal courts and palaces of Old Siam, that have been passed down through many generations of chefs, and finally into public domain.

Good food and popular dishes also comes up from the street level, at the smallest food stalls and restaurants. And there is the influence of China, India, Malaysia and other neighboring countries. So all these different factors come together under the label 'Thai food' , and you will find them in varying degrees at any Thai restaurant you care to visit, anywhere in the world.

Recommended restaurants

Blue Elephant
Housed in a century-old building, visiting Blue Elephant is like a journey back in time. Traditional Thai cuisine is enhanced with a twist of fusion to suit Western tastes as well as to appeal to local diners.

For more information, you can contact at Tel: 02-673 9353, or visit the website at www.blueelephant.com/bangkok

Baan Kanitha
Located in a grand, converted Thai house, this restaurant is decorated with antique furniture and numerous paintings. The extensive menu lists all the popular Thai dishes, as well as a wide selection of seafood, reflecting the diversity of Thai cuisine.

For more information, you can email at info@baan-khanitha.com or visit the website at www.baan-khanitha.com