Laurie Osborne

In the heart of the Charoenkrung creative district, a culinary laboratory is quietly pulling apart everything you thought you knew about Thai food. Small Dinner Club (SDC), as it's aptly named, is the brainchild of Chef Sareen Rojanametin, who seems intent on questioning and reimagining the nation's cuisine from the ground up. His approach is deeply personal, drawing on a mosaic of global experiences that inflect a playful and profound curiosity into every dish. Forget what you expect from a fine dining spot; the vibe here is intimate and inviting, shunning opulence for a focus on connection and curiosity. The thoughtfully designed space, complete with curated art and handcrafted tableware, sets the stage for what SDC calls a ‘journey of discovery’. This isn't just a meal; it's a culinary puzzle box waiting to be unlocked. Chef Sareen, whose background intriguingly includes fine arts and a period as a monk, translates his eclectic life into his cooking. His time spent in Melbourne, for instance, is cheekily referenced in a dish titled 'Too Many Italians, Only One Asian', a clever nod to his experience running a cafe in an Italian-dominated district. This playful naming convention is a hallmark of the SDC experience, transforming dining into a guessing game. Dishes arrive with enigmatic titles like 'Daft Punk is Playing in My Mouth' or 'Duck & Hide', challenging diners to decipher the ingredients and concepts before the full story is revealed. This is a spot for the adventurer

Get your cameras ready, Bangkok! Time Out is thrilled to launch its inaugural ‘Capture Bangkok’ Street Photography Challenge, a city-wide call for your most stunning, evocative and unique images of the capital.  Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a passionate amateur, this is your chance to showcase your vision and have your work celebrated. In a megalopolis that pulses with a chaotic, and beautiful rhythm, every corner holds a story waiting to be told. From the serene temples of the Old Town to the dizzying heights of its modern skyscrapers, the frantic energy of its markets to the quiet moments of daily life, we want to see Bangkok through your eyes. You voted, the world listened Earlier this year, Bangkok was crowned the planet's second-best city by Time Out. That global recognition inspired 'Capture Bangkok.' This is more than a competition – it's a city-wide celebration of the talent and stories hiding in plain sight. We're inviting you to pound the pavement, explore the hidden sois, and capture the images that truly define Bangkok for you. How to enter Ready to take on the challenge? From June 30 to July 15, we’ll accept your photo submissions via a Google Form. The link for submissions will be announced on June 30, so keep your eyes peeled on our website and social media channels. The prize The stakes are high! The winning photograph, selected by a panel of 10 participating photographers, will be showcased in a special exhibition. An exhibition in a historic setting Spea