Table talk in Bangkok (September 11-17)

Some days pass by quietly, but this year September 12 has a little extra sweetness hiding in plain sight. It’s Chocolate Milkshake Day so 25 Degrees Bangkok has decided to celebrate in the most delicious way imaginable. For one day only, anyone who spends B800 dining in will be treated to a classic chocolate milkshake on the house. Thick, creamy and brimming with chocolatey goodness, it’s the kind of indulgence that makes you pause, sip and smile. Because some days are made for chocolate and some chocolate is made for days like this.

September 12. Reserve via LINE ID: @25degreesbkk or 02-352-4192. G/F Pullman Bangkok Hotel, 24 hours. 

When it comes to authentic Italian pizzerias in Bangkok, Massilia is often one of the first names that comes to mind and now the world is taking notice too. Climbing the ranks in this year’s Best Pizzeria in the World 2025 by 50 Top Pizza, the eatery leaps from no. 49 to no. 22, setting a new record as the highest-ranked pizzeria in Thailand’s history. It’s a milestone that crowns a year of culinary triumphs. From being named Best Pizzeria in Thailand 2025 to ranking 4th Best Pizzeria in Asia and winning Pizza of the Year Asia-Pacific 2025 for the inventive Norma Not Normal, the restaurant continues to tell a story of Italian tradition and a dedication to pizza that knows no borders.

Food is a bridge that connects people across cultures. That’s the spirit behind Siri Sala Private Thai Villa’s Travelling Chef Series, which began in 2022 to bring chefs from around the world to Bangkok. Here, they spend time experiencing life on the klong before sharing their creations in the villa’s riverside setting. This year, the series returns with its seventh edition, themed ‘Lanna Journey: Breaking Boundaries’. From September 12-14, Chef Kong Chaiwongkhajorn of Locus Native Food Lab in Chiang Rai guides guests through a seven-course tasting journey inspired by Northern Thailand. Drawing on Lanna flavours and traditions, Chef Kong reimagines classic dishes with modern techniques, turning each bite into a story of heritage and creativity. 

September 12-14. Stats at B4,500. Reserve via LINE ID: @sirisala.official or 098-608-1999. Siri Sala Private Thai Villa, 6pm onwards 

The Meatchop is staging a little nostalgia trip, dragging the golden era of steakhouses into the present. For just two days, the menu leans into classics that feel like they belong in sepia-toned photographs: New York Strip that practically dissolves on your tongue, roast beef carved like theatre and tableside spinning bowl salads that are as dramatic as they are delicious. Appetisers arrive like old friends, familiar but somehow sharper, more indulgent than you remembered. It’s a weekend that whispers of an era when dining out felt like an event, not just a meal. To sweeten the occasion, all reservation holders will be greeted with a glass of sparkling wine for a toast to cherished memories.

September 13-14. Stats at B3,000. Reserve via LINE ID: @meatchop or 02-033-2709. The Meatchop, 11am-10.30pm

After charming visitors at Soi Sukhumvit 19 and Ekkamai 22, VIVIN has now opened a new branch on Soi Sukhumvit 22. What makes this spot special is that it’s housed in a restored, all-wooden heritage home while still keeping the heart of the eatery alive – a ‘shelf-to-plate’ experience featuring natural, artisanal Thai products across its grocery, cafe and bistro menus. Spanning three floors, the space includes a terrace cafe and grocery, a vintage library-speakeasy and a leafy balcony lounge. It’s designed as a cultural and culinary hideaway, where Bangkok’s nostalgic past meets contemporary dining.

267/5 Sukhumvit Soi 22, Khlong Tan, Khlong. 085-853-031. Open daily 8am-10pm.