Koktail Magazine - TFR

18/07/2025

On 16 July, Koktail rolled out its The Future List with a celebration bringing together inspiring Future Listers for 2025 along with those from past years, all exchanging ideas, forging connections, and sharing their journeys toward shaping a better Thailand.

The full 2025 e-magazine, the fifth edition, is now available online. Access it via the footer of www.koktailmagazine.com or by tapping the link in the bio to read or download a copy for future reference.

Threads of Change, this year’s theme, tells a story of connection, where voices from different paths meet and merge to create something beautiful, and greater than the sum of its parts. Hosted at the Woof Pack event space, the gathering felt cosy, packed with familiar faces and a warm welcome to new ones right in the city where creativity and ideas flow freely, echoing Woof Pack’s own vision of nurturing the creative spirit.

Experience the full atmosphere: https://www.koktailmagazine.com/2025/07/18/koktail-2025-future-list-honourees-threads-of-change/

18/07/2025

We’ve just dropped the fifth edition of our annual Future List 100, recognising changemakers shaping Thailand’s tomorrow.

The full 2025 e-magazine is now live. Find it in the footer of www.koktailmagazine.com or simply click the link below to read it online or download your own copy to keep and revisit anytime.

Inside, you’ll discover 100 incredible individuals from all walks of life, diverse in age, background, and profession, each making a real difference for Thailand.

Let their stories stir something in you!

Publisher Nigel Oakins
Project Manager Sirinart Panyasricharoen
Digital Graphic Designer Bunticha Pluemchittikul, Kanokpat Punnahitananda, and Methita Trakulpoonsub
Writer Petchnamnung Honghirunkham, Premsinee Maneesathein, and Sarunrat Ardpruksa
Proofreader Sarunrat Ardpruksa

Link:https://www.koktailmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/TFL_EMAGAZINE-1.pdf

18/07/2025

Dreams may grow or shift from childhood hopes to career realities, but the purpose that drives these Friday Future Listers stays true.

In this week’s spotlight, we explore how these Friday Future Listers stay grounded in their mission while allowing their dreams to shift, stretch, and grow into something even greater.

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Dreams may grow or shift from childhood hopes to career realities, but the purpose that drives these Friday Future Listers stays true. As we grow, so do

16/07/2025

For a stunning view of the Bangkok skyline, head to the 31st floor of The Landmark Bangkok Hotel, where Rib Room & Bar showcases its mastery in serving cuts of prime beef and fresh seafood. Renowned as one of the most sought-after steakhouses in Thailand, the restaurant pairs its culinary excellence with red interior tones that create an intimate atmosphere. It's a perfect place for a romantic date night or an elegant evening with friends.

Adding something special to the experience, the restaurant will feature a limited-time menu from July to August, the highlight being slow-roasted Iberico lamb leg served with aligot, a blend of mashed potatoes, fresh Tome cheese and lamb jus. It’s a perfect opportunity to treat your palate to an extraordinary culinary treat.

Open daily from 6pm-11pm. For more information and reservations, contact +66 (0)2 254 0404, reach out via LINE , or visit www.landmarkbangkok.com/offers.

16/07/2025

Atrium Restaurant welcomes guests to a buffet-style culinary journey featuring international flavours. With a design that fuses Art Deco elegance with Thai elements, the restaurant's floor-to-ceiling windows offer serene views of Sukhumvit road, where city life adds colour and energy to the inviting atmosphere. Located on the lobby floor of the Landmark Hotel (), Atrium provides the perfect setting for a memorable dining experience.

At Atrium, the team of chefs brings a creative flair to the kitchen, combining classic techniques with innovative ideas. For a special highlight, their upcoming menu will feature kani miso, king crab and tournedos rossini – all prepared to delight the palate.

Available only from July to August, the special menu is offered on Saturdays and Sundays during brunch from 11.45am-3pm, and daily for dinner from 6pm-10pm. For more information and reservations, contact +66 (0)2 254 0404, reach out via LINE , or visit www.landmarkbangkok.com/offers.

14/07/2025

Explore how founders across diverse fields are using creativity and insight to tackle challenges.

This edition of Friday Future Listers spotlights four founders who are navigating that landscape with business models shaped by real-world needs. Get to know them and their creations that matter.

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Explore how founders across diverse fields are using creativity and insight to tackle challenges. New businesses are born every day, each trying to stand

14/07/2025

For Koktail’s art-themed issue this month, we asked seven creatives across entertainment, music, fashion and film how art fits into their everyday life. Each answer is simple, and shows how art can be many things to many people.

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In this month’s feature, artists and performers share how art quietly inspires their life and work. Art, for some, might seem like something grand or

09/07/2025

Just a short flight away from Bangkok, Grand Lisboa Palace Resort Macau is where every detail, from the scent of the corridors to the choreography of natural light, has been designed to restore, inspire, and delight.

Koktail experienced the essence of wellbeing through our stay, from the cinematic elegance of the Junior Suite to the whimsical magic of Jardim Secreto. Each moment was thoughtfully curated, from magnificent dining that combines art and culture to spa rituals that harmonise ancient healing traditions with modern serenity. Each experience is part of a larger story about living well, with mindfulness.

Here, wellness becomes a philosophy, design becomes emotion, and time slows down just enough to remind you what beauty truly feels like.

Read the full article by visiting the link here: https://www.koktailmagazine.com/2025/07/09/why-grand-lisboa-palace-resort-is-the-perfect-base-for-your-next-macau-adventure/

08/07/2025

Experience comforting Isan dishes, warm hospitality and scenic mountain charm at Chow Barn, The Peri Hotel.

Khao Yai is renowned for its serene green landscapes and at The Peri Hotel Khao Yai the aim is to bring true relaxation by blending local wisdom with heartfelt hospitality. One way they achieve this is through their restaurant Chow Barn – meaning “villager” in Thai – which embodies this spirit by serving cuisine rooted in Isan culture. With its warm and welcoming atmosphere, Chow Barn is the perfect place for friends and family to gather and enjoy good food together.

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Experience comforting Isan dishes, warm hospitality and scenic mountain charm at Chow Barn, The Peri Hotel. Khao Yai is renowned for its serene green

04/07/2025

For this week’s Friday Future Listers, we celebrate diverse journeys of success.

Koktail gathers five stories that have been shaping various definitions of success through passion, resilience, and impact. Together, their stories remind us that true achievement is about creating meaningful change, standing with others, and building a better future for all.

Take your time to delve into each story–these inspiring journeys might offer a little encouragement for your daily life and help you redefine success on your own terms.

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For this week’s Friday Future Listers, we celebrate diverse journeys of success.  Success looks different for everyone. It’s about courage,

27/06/2025

In different corners of Thailand three individuals – Sanya Makarin, Kulachat Kena and Prem Pruktayanon – are crafting a new story of local empowerment and sustainable change.

Three individuals share one powerful vision: to grow a better future for their community, whether small or large. In this Friday Future Lister edition, we highlight these individuals.

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In different corners of Thailand three individuals – Sanya Makarin, Kulachat Kena and Prem Pruktayanon – are crafting a new story of local empowerment and

25/06/2025

World-renowned Italian chef Bombana Umberto, celebrated as the “King of White Truffles” and the first (and still only) to earn three Michelin stars for an Italian restaurant outside of Italy, has brought his culinary philosophy to Bangkok with the opening of Cannubi at the new Dusit Thani.

In an exclusive conversation, Nigel Oakins, publisher of Koktail Magazine and Thailand’s Favourite Restaurants by Koktail, sits down with Chef Bombana to talk about his roots in northern Italy, his love for Thai ingredients, and how tradition, curiosity, and passion shape his cuisine. The pair dive into topics ranging from the art of truffle hunting to the importance of sustainability in fine dining and the inspirations behind Cannubi’s name and concept.

Step inside the mind of a culinary master, watch the full interview to discover what drives Chef Bombana’s craft and why Bangkok is his next big chapter.