Bangkok Blog

Welcome to my blog about everything Bangkok. Bangkok has been one of my favorite cities for years. It is busy, beautiful and a little overwhelming in the best possible way. This is where I come for great food, late nights, quiet mornings by the river and all the small everyday moments that make Bangkok such an addictive place to visit.On this blog I share the restaurants I keep returning to, the street food stalls that never disappoint, and the neighborhoods where I always end up wandering for hours. You will also find tips for first timers, hotel recommendations, and the little discoveries that make each trip feel new again.Whether you are planning your first visit or you already know the city well, I hope you find something here that inspires your next Bangkok moment.

Street Food in Thailand: Khanom Krok – Little Coconut Pancakes

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Khanom Krok are little Thai coconut pancakes with crispy edges and a soft, creamy center. They’re made in heavy cast iron pans with round wells, kind of like the Danish …
Bangkok: Afternoon tea at Authors’ Lounge – Mandarin Oriental

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Afternoon tea at the Authors’ Lounge at Mandarin Oriental in Bangkok is one of those things you should try at least once in your life. It’s a step away from …
Bangkok Guide: Boat Noodle Alley

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Tucked away behind the hectic roundabout at Victory Monument is one of Bangkok’s most iconic noodle spots: Boat Noodle Alley. This narrow stretch of canal-side eateries is where you go …
Bangkok: Mae Varee – The mango shop you need to know about

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

The mango season in Thailand peaks from April to June, and although you can get mango all year round, it is during this time of the year that they taste …
Bangkok: Khao Tom (rice soup) at Lao Tee

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

I arrived in Bangkok late, and by the time I made it into the city and checked into my hotel, dinner time had long passed. My hotel was on a …
Bangkok: Riva Arun – A boutique hotel by the river

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

// Sponsored post – In collaboration with Riva Arun // If you’re looking for a quiet, beautiful place to stay right by the water in Bangkok, you’ll love Riva Arun. …
Bangkok: Hoi Tod Chaw Lae – Pad Thai and Oyster Pancake

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Hoi Tod Chaw Lae is a street kitchen/restaurant close to Thong Lo BTS Station known for pad thai and hoi tod. Most of you are probably familiar with pad thai, …
New Year’s Eve in Bangkok – The CentralWorld Countdown

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

I’ve celebrated New Year’s Eve in Bangkok several times, but it wasn’t until 2022 that I made it down to CentralWorld to experience the countdown. I arrived in Bangkok that …
Bangkok: Fried Curry Crab at Somboon Seafood

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Somboon Seafood is a very popular seafood restaurant chain in Bangkok. The original restaurant opened back in 1969, and their signature fried curry crab has turned into legend. The fried …
Pe Aor – Best Tom Yum in Bangkok

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

I love the hot and sour taste of a good tom yum soup, and the one at Pe Aor (P’Aor) is one of the best you’ll find in Bangkok (and …
Bangkok: Thai Massage – An Introduction

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

When I’m in Bangkok, I usually get a massage every day and through the years, I think I’ve had hundreds of massages in the city. I might have overdone it …
Bangkok: Late-night dinner by the railroad tracks – Bang Sue Junction

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

On my last trip to Bangkok, I stayed at a hotel near Don Mueang Airport. Each day, I would take the SRT (State Railway of Thailand) train to the city, …

Bangkok: Belga – Moules Frites with a view

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Belga is a Belgian rooftop bar and brasserie located on the 32nd floor at Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit. It’s a great place for beer and moules frites, combining a fairly causal …
Rung Rueang – My favorite noodle shop in Bangkok

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Rung Rueang has been my favorite noodle shop ever since my first visit more than 10 years ago. It was my friend Annie, who told me about Rung Rueang, when …
Bangkok: My stay at Lebua at State Tower

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

On my last visit to Bangkok, I had such a great time I decided to extend my stay for a couple of days. I had been staying at Shangri-La during …
Bangkok: Benchakitti Forest Park – A green oasis in the city

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Benchakitti Forest Park is one of my new favorite places in Bangkok. The park is right in the middle of the city, but it is so nice and peaceful it …
Bangkok: Untitled – A Pawn Shop Speakeasy in Thonglor

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

When I walked out from my haul at Donki Mall, I noticed this neon lit pawn shop across the street. Now if you’ve been to Beauty & Essex in New …
Bangkok Shopping Guide – What to buy?

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Bangkok is a great shopping destination, and almost everything is cheaper than back home, that is, if home is Europe or the US. Just steer clear of international brands and …
Bangkok: Rembrandt – A noisy room with funny fruits

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Post from my old blog about a Bangkok trip in 2013 In Bangkok I stayed at Rembrandt Towers Serviced Apartments (not to be confused with Rembrandt Hotel next door). A …
Roast at EmQuartier – Brunch in Bangkok

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

On weekends, brunching is the favorite pastime among the expats and hi-so Thais, and new cafes are opening all the time, so even though Roast has only been around since …
Bangkok: What is in my handbag?

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

I sometimes joke that I would be able to survive a nuclear war and another ice age, if I just have my handbag, but it is not far from the …
Bangkok: Eat the rainbow – Unicorn Fruit Toast at Say Chiizu

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

You cannot say no to rainbow-colored cheese right? So when I saw Say Chiizu on Siam Square, I just had to stop and get their Unicorn Fruit Toast. In the …
Airport Hotels in Bangkok – Suvarnabhumi Airport

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

I only rarely stay at the airport hotels in Bangkok, as I prefer to stay in the city even if it is only for a short layover. If you have …
Bangkok: Fire Tiger Milk at Seoulcial Club

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

In most Asian countries, bubble tea is still a big thing, and you can get all sorts of delicious versions and flavors. The latest trend is brown sugar boba, which …

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Bangkok: Octave – The rooftop bar at Marriott

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Octave is the rooftop bar at Marriott Hotel in the chic Thonglor area. The bar is very popular among Bangkok’s expats, and if you’re not there right when they open …
Thai Airways – Always a pleasure

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

I flew with Thai Airways to Bangkok and it was a very nice flight. It’s been many years since my last Thai Airways flight, so I had almost forgotten how …
Bangkok: Badminton from Banyan Tree

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

The first time I met Badminton was by the pool, where he was giving complimentary head and neck massages to the hotel guests. Banyan Tree has all sorts of complimentary …
Lunch at Nahm – Fine dining in Bangkok

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

In 2018, Thailand finally got a Michelin guide, and one of the stars landed at Nahm. I usually don’t go star-hunting, but since Nahm was at the hotel right next …
Bangkok: Hojicha Kakigori at After You Dessert Cafe

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

After You Dessert Cafe became famous for their Shibuya Honey Toast, which hit Bangkok big time a couple of years ago. Today, the new star stealing the show at After You (and …
Bangkok: Somtum Der – Spicy lunch in Silom

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

You’ll find a lot of dirt cheap Isan (Northeastern) food at the street stalls, but sometimes, such as when you’re jet-lagged and still not acclimatized to the humid Bangkok heat, …
Banyan Tree – Back in Bangkok

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Good morning Bangkok! This very moment, I should have been on my way to Norway to go skiing with AC and her friends, but something came up and I ended …
Where to eat in Bangkok – My favorite restaurants

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

There are so many great restaurants in Bangkok, so picking just a few favorite spots for this list was very difficult. To keep this task manageable, I’ve decided to focus …
Bangkok: Above Riva – Giant cocktails in the sun

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

//Sponsored post – In collaboration with Riva Arun// After I had checked in at Riva Arun I met with Joi from the hotel for a drink upstairs at Above Riva, …
Bangkok: The Flower Market – Pak Khlong Talat

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

The biggest flower market in Bangkok, Pak Khlong Talat, is located near the river in the old part of the city. This is where the Bangkok flower shop owners make …
Bangkok: Blue Whale – Cute cafe on Maharaj Road

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

At this time of the year, Bangkok is excruciatingly hot and humid, so after checking out from Riva Arun, I decided to stop by the café next door for something cold …
Bangkok Trading Post with Annie

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

I’m only in Bangkok for a couple of days, so I just packed the most essential stuff and traveled with hand luggage only. Make-up and fancy shoes had to step …

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