A nostalgic look back throughout the years of the Texas Lone Star Saloon. Sadly it closes its doors, but the Texas Saloon leaves behind some special Bangkok bar history. (more…)
Today’s ‘Video Of The Day’ is a short trailer of Christopher Moore’s latest crime thriller in his popular Vincent Calvino series. ‘The Risk Of Infidelity Index’ video trailer, was filmed on location in Bangkok. Those familiar to Bangkok will instantly recognise some very familiar places around the lower Sukhumvit area. Some of which, are rather notorious! I’m pleased to announce that Chris has made an impact upon readers’ in England with his Vincent Calvino crime thriller novels. This is great news. Congratulations Chris!
Without further ado, here is the Video Of The Day…
DAVES RAVES – Incidentally, one of my favourite Bangkok novels, apart from ‘Private Dancer’ by bestselling author Stephen Leather, is ‘A Killing Smile’ by Chris Moore. Any newcomer to Thailand’s nightlife scene should read these two books, before you venture into the neon jungles of Thailand.
CELEBRATING ST. PATRICK’S DAY IN BANGKOK (PART ONE)
Today is a special Monday, because it is St. Patrick’s Day. For the uninitiated, St. Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland. St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated worldwide, but it is a particularly HUGE celebration in America… As I walked inside, I surveyed the scene and within a few seconds, I spotted my friend Rob. We had arranged to meet at Bully’s Pub, which is located next to the JW Marriott Hotel on Sukhumvit Road. There was a large table available, so we sat down and soaked up the relaxing atmosphere. Previously, this place was nothing more than a mere shell, but the new owner ET has done a terrific job of improving it. We can forget those early days, because Bully’s Pub is now established as one of the most popular pubs in Bangkok. And, I was about to find out why. Although it was only 6:00pm, already a crowd was starting to build. Bully’s Pub draws large crowds and even though it is a large pub, it fills up at peak trading hours. (more…)
Today is a special Monday, because it is St. Patrick’s Day. For the uninitiated, St. Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland. St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated worldwide, but it is a particularly HUGE celebration in America… As I walked inside, I surveyed the scene and within a few seconds, I spotted my friend Rob. We had arranged to meet at Bully’s Pub, which is located next to the JW Marriott Hotel on Sukhumvit Road. There was a large table available, so we sat down and soaked up the relaxing atmosphere. Previously, this place was nothing more than a mere shell, but the new owner ET has done a terrific job of improving it. We can forget those early days, because Bully’s Pub is now established as one of the most popular pubs in Bangkok. And, I was about to find out why. Although it was only 6:00pm, already a crowd was starting to build. Bully’s Pub draws large crowds and even though it is a large pub, it fills up at peak trading hours. (more…)
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