Day 2 of our 48 hours in Bangkok travels was probably the most hectic day but. We awoke early and began the day with cafe hopping, savouring some nice tasting natural coffees and out-of-this-world croissants. This was adopted by some purchasing, therapeutic massage (second day straight), one other cafe earlier than rounding up our night at Asiatique Riverfront Night time Market. There, we stumbled upon a very cool rooftop bar (Prime Knot) the place we caught a few fireworks. Our day ended at 1am at Jeh O Chula – a preferred supper spot amongst Singaporeans in Bangkok…
Patom Natural Dwelling Bangkok – Saturday: 8:30am to 10am
We began the day with a stroll from our resort at Centara Watergate Pavilion in direction of Patom Natural Dwelling…
Alongside the way in which, we noticed an indication that prohibits motorbikes and bicycles from crossing the bridge. That is smart. However should you look nearer, one of many icons is definitely a Tuk Tuk! Because of this folks do try and cross the bridge hauling a Tuk Tuk alongside? 😱
After about half-hour’ stroll, although it was a fairly good stroll with well-paved paths, we determined to take a Seize trip over because it was threatening to rain. The Seize trip was 116 baht (or ~$4.40SGD) and we reached Patom Natural at about 9am, simply earlier than its opening hours.
Since they have been but to open, we strolled round its grounds which had a number of instagrammable decorations…
We additionally stumbled upon a “slumber occasion” the place children have been requested to reach in pyjamas and the subject to be mentioned was, you’ve guessed it – interval. The category was attended by children of well-heeled American expats – getting a head begin in training that may in any other case would have been a sensitive topic in a big class settings.
Patom Natural Dwelling is huge on sustainability and the round financial system – that means, their method to producing meals, physique care and life-style merchandise are carried out with a zero-waste philosophy in thoughts. In addition they help native farmers by way of fair-pricing and sourcing extra advertising channels for his or her natural produce to be bought to the lots. A terrific initiative to help and begin the day with…
Inside Patom Natural Dwelling, there’s a piece that sells merchandise that vary from meals, snacks, drinks to physique care merchandise and even home items and garments. There’s additionally a number of craft beers bought right here – albeit slightly on the expensive aspect. Pay attention to the Hashish drinks which can be accessible right here and throughout Bangkok, Thailand because of the decriminalisation as a Class 5 drug in June, 2022.
After searching by way of the menu and the number of tingkats on the meals part, we settled on the Natural Lime Chilly Brew Espresso (130 baht – $4.90) in addition to the Natural Chilly Brew Coconut Espresso (130 Baht – $4.90). Breakfast was the BBQ pork with rice at 120 baht ($4.50SGD). We significantly loved the Lime Chilly Brew Espresso. It was refreshing and packed a punch on the caffeine. The BBQ pork was additionally had a light BBQ texture. Served with an unknown fermented paste, it was fairly good. We completed the fermented paste ultimately…
After an natural enhance to begin the day, we continued our stroll to the subsequent cafe – Tiengna Viennoiserie Bakery…
Tiengna Viennoiserie Bangkok – Saturday: 10am to 11am
The stroll took about 13 minutes and earlier than lengthy, we arrived at Tiegna Viennoiserie…
Viennoiserie because the identify suggests, is a bakery that produces breakfast pastries within the type of Austria, Vienna. One of many distinctive promoting factors of a Viennoiserie is that it in contrast to a boulangerie that sells standard baked breads, Viennoiserie specialises in sweeter breads akin to croissants and brioche. The croissants at Tiengna Viennoiserie Bangkok are the highlights at this cafe…
To make an order, you’ll need to method the counter and make funds earlier than the meals is dropped at your desk thereafter. It additionally permits you time to flick through the great number of croissants and pastries accessible that day…
The choice is relatively intensive and the presentation of the croissants was excellent. First off, there have been one of many largest croissants we’ve seen. Secondly, the way in which the croissants have been embellished made them seemed extra like artistic endeavors. They even had yummy/arty names like
– L’Amande
– Nutella Banana
– Yuzu
– A-la Framboise
– Pretzel
– Ache aux Raisins
– Croque Monsieur
– L’escargot Matcha
– Ispahan
We have been spoilt for selection. Finally, we settled on the Yuzu Croissant (150 baht – $5.65SGD), Croissant Beef Nachos (240 Baht – $9SGD) and the Flat White (110 Baht – $4SGD).
We took a seat a the 2nd stage and shortly our objects have been served…
To start with, the three objects that we tried have been all DELICIOUS. Beginning with the Flat White, it was served with a pleasant little latte artwork on the highest and it tasted wealthy, fragrant and clean. Reminded us of the great-tasting Flat Whites that we might get in Australia, albeit at a a lot greater value. Subsequent, the Yuzu Croissant. Initially, Tom thought that the topping on prime could be it. It will be subsequent to unattainable to fill the insides – not particularly in case your croissant is that flaky! Nonetheless, Kate noticed that “Yuzu Cream” was written on the outline and after slicing the croissant in half, there it was. A wealthy, appetizing yuzu cream awaits.
By the way in which, we now have but to the touch on the croissant at Tiengna Viennoiserie. It’s most likely top-of-the-line croissants we’ve ever had. You would scent the buttery-ness earlier than you style it. The outside is so flaky and crisp that we discover ourselves scraping these bits after we have been carried out with the croissant. How on this planet did they do that? Simply so good! 🤩
Subsequent, the Croissant Beef Nachos. Because the identify suggests, it’s a beef nachos simply that the nachos has been changed with a croissant that has been toasted with Rosemary oil to make it further crisp and flavourful. The dish makes use of Australian Angus Beef together with bitter cream, guacamole, tomato salsa and home made pickled jalapeno. Apart from Macho Nachos (Philadelphia), the rendition of Croissant Beef Nachos with its wealthy, recent, appetizing flavours – is available in a detailed second!
General, we have been immensely glad with this discover. Should you’re within the neighborhood, do take a look at Tiengna Viennoiserie as nicely!
Terminal 21 Bangkok – Saturday: 11am to 12:30pm
After a satisfying meal at Tiengna Viennoiserie, we took a 20 minutes stroll to Terminal 21…
As we nonetheless had time earlier than our 2 hours therapeutic massage remedy at City Retreat, we checked out Terminal 21, hoping to discover a couple’s T-shirt whereas we have been right here.
Terminal 21 is a enjoyable vacation spot to hang around due to the idea right here. Terminal 21 is akin to an airport terminal the place you’ll be capable of entry cities the world over akin to San Francisco, London, Tokyo and Istanbul – simply by utilizing the escalator. Every stage has a novel decor that’s consultant of that metropolis. Our favorite, has obtained to be San Francisco the place you’ll be capable of see a mini Golden Gate Bridge hanging throughout the extent – actually reminded us of our time at Golden Gate Bridge as nicely. Whereas we didn’t handle to discover a good couple shirt, we did get some cellphone charging carried out – because of the numerous charging stations throughout the varied ranges of Terminal 21 mall. Quickly, it was time for our spa remedy at City Retreat…
City Retreat Bangkok – Saturday: 12:30pm to 2:30pm
As there was an ongoing promotion at City Retreat, we determined to splurge slightly and went with the two hours spa remedy that consisted of a full physique scrub (50 minutes) adopted by an hour of rejuvenating therapeutic massage. Named “Wholesome Pores and skin Package deal A“, it contains
– 50 minutes Rose and Cocoa Berry Physique Scrub
– 60 minutes Candy Almond Oil Physique Therapeutic massage
An nearly 2 hours value of remedy at solely 1700 baht ($65SGD). The premise was clear and chic. This time, we had a pair’s room with 2 bathe services inside. This permits each friends to bathe on the identical time and return for the therapeutic massage. It was our first time doing a scrub and we should say that it was stress-free – particularly after 4 hours of strolling within the morning. The Thai-style oil therapeutic massage helped to loosen some knots and ended with the standard Thai “bone cracking” the place the masseuse gave the impression to be very glad at any time when a cracking sound was heard. By the point the remedy ended, our hairs have been in a multitude however having drifted out and in of sleep for the previous 2 hours, we have been just about refreshed for our subsequent cease – Oktoberfest beers!
CRAFT Sukhumvit 23 Bangkok – Saturday: 2:30pm to 4pm
CRAFT at Sukhumvit 23 provides the most important number of craft beers on faucet in Bangkok – rotating 40 beers on faucet and one other 20 bottled selection. It additionally provides nice bar grubs which makes it a preferred hangout within the evenings…
Because it was the Oktoberfest season, the ornament had mini flags strewn with conventional Bavarian colors of cobalt blue and white. The beers on faucet that day was equally spectacular as nicely…
This time, we had the Oktoberfest Weissbier (360++ baht – $14.50SGD) and the Fullmoon IPA (290++ baht – $11.50SGD). We should say that the beers usually are not precisely low cost and is due to this fact extra of a hangout for expats and vacationers. We additionally ordered the Krapow Gai Pizza (350++ baht – $14SGD) which has minced rooster thai type, basil, tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese…
Regardless of the value, we should say that we loved the pizza which was made recent off the oven. The beers additionally reminded us of our time at Oktoberfest. Atmosphere smart, it had a chillax/informal vibe and we loved the truth that we may additionally see on a regular basis Thai plying their commerce on the espresso joint simply subsequent door. The proprietor was most likely stir frying a kway teow on excessive warmth. We additionally noticed the same old mess {of electrical} wires – one thing that we’d not often see in Singapore…
The Grand Palace Bangkok – Saturday: 4pm to five:30pm
As we have been nonetheless slightly early for our go to to Asiatique Night time Market this night, we determined to hop on the Bangkok MRT to take a look at the Grand Palace…
By the point we obtained there this night, there weren’t many vacationers round. Solely a pair who have been making an attempt to take a wefie on the entrance of the Grand Palace. There have been additionally guards throughout the highway because it was the Ministry of Protection in addition to different Thai ministries such because the Royal Thai Survey Division, Ministry of Inside and the Supreme Courtroom. Whereas enroute to our subsequent vacation spot, we additionally noticed many retailers promoting navy equipment (assume Seaside Highway) in addition to retailers promoting buddha statues. We did slightly prayer stroll enroute and headed to our subsequent cafe – Gingerbread Home Bangkok!
Gingerbread Home Bangkok – Saturday: 5:30pm to six:30pm
The stroll from Grand Palace to Gingerbread Home was solely about quarter-hour. Was nice that we have been in a position to go to Gingerbread home as we missed it the day earlier than on account of our tight schedule…
Gingerbread Home is definitely a conserved constructing and is over 105 years in the present day. In-built 1913, it was house to a Brahmin household (Khan) who took on the identify Am Daeng Nai. Above each window and door, you’ll see a round sample carved on wooden that claims “Khan”. Having been restored his descendants, Gingerbread Home is in the present day a restaurant with many instagrammable spots inside…
There’s a technique of how you may be allotted seats at Gingerbread Home. You’ll first look by way of the menu at stage 1 and based mostly on the value of things that you’ve got ordered, you’ll be allotted seats accordingly. This time, our complete got here as much as 400 baht ($15SGD) and we have been allotted the seats on the balcony that missed the streets…
Whereas the chocolate matcha cake was actually fairly meh, the drinks weren’t too unhealthy. The Thai tea latte particularly, had an overload on pearls. That saved us full for the remaining night as nicely. Because it was a pleasant cool night, the seats on the balcony had a fairly good really feel to it as you watch the locals going about their night routine because the day begins to finish. Would we return to Gingerbread Home? Most likely not. However for a one-time go to to a restaurant located inside a conserved home, it was nonetheless value it.
Asiatique Night time Market – Saturday: 6:30pm to 9pm
From Gingerbread Home to Asiatique Night time Market, we took a Seize trip which prices 192 baht (or $7.2SGD)…
Asiatique Riverfront is an evening market/open-air mall that occupies the previous docks of the East Asiatic Firm. Going through the Chao Phraya River, it has many eating choices in addition to some purchasing choices (post-COVID) together with the iconic ferris wheel and Sirimahannop Tall Ship – which is in the present day a heritage bar and restaurant. From what we’ve learn, it appears to be an amazing venue for views over the Chao Phraya in addition to the thriller rum bar aboard.
Apart from the ferris wheel, there are additionally rides for the children in addition to scare homes for many who take pleasure in being spooked. Eating choices are aplenty with a number of providing reside music. We needed to go to a restaurant with reside music however seats have been restricted. We then sat at close to the clock tower the place we witnessed the fireworks that night. Marvel if it was weekly weekend factor?
After visiting each Asiatique and Jodd Festivals, we predict we choose the vibes of Jodd Festivals – catering for the grownup clientele. Alternatively Asiatique appears to cater extra for households with seated eating places and amusement rides.
We then had slightly KFC earlier than googling for rooftop bars – the place we stumbled upon Prime Knot Rooftop Bar and Restaurant…
Prime Knot Rooftop Bar – Saturday: 9pm to 11pm
As we have been fairly bored by 8-ish this night, we googled for any close by rooftop bars and located Prime Knot. Apparently, it’s a rooftop bar of Resort As soon as Bangkok – which Kate remarked that it’s actually not a very good identify for a resort. 😅
We have been very grateful to have discovered this place because it overlooks Chao Phraya river, has fairly good lounge music and even supplied us views of fireworks this night. The cocktails have been additionally fairly scrumptious as nicely…
We completely loved the vibes at Prime Knot. The fairy lights made the environment that rather more magical. With yummy cocktails (which at $10SGD a glass was nonetheless affordable), the conversations flowed and we had a fairly good night speaking and simply catching up with one another right here. One other really helpful venue should you’re within the neighborhood of Asiatique.
Jeh O Chula – Saturday: 11pm to 12am
To spherical up the night, we headed to Jeh O Chula (128 baht – $4.80SGD by way of GRAB), a joint that’s well-known for Tom Yum pots with a great deal of elements and MAMA instantaneous noodles! One of many methods to cut back the ready time could be to buy upfront by way of Klook. In any other case, throughout peak hours the wait would take as much as 2 hours. Satirically, the restaurant is principally visited by vacationers. We requested the Seize driver and he talked about that locals seldom come right here.
Nonetheless, by way of style and elements, the Tom Yum at Jeh O Chula is REALLY good. There are prawns, crabs, octopus, meatballs, eggs and tonnes of MAMA noodles. The Tom Yum was refreshing (take a look at the slices of lime) and never that spicy. Plus, the crab have been de-shelled which made it very easy to nibble the meat off the legs. Though it has develop into slightly bit expensive, we might seemingly go to once more and be blissful to slurp up the Tom Yum-infused al dente MAMA noodles anytime!
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We hope you could have loved day 2 of our 48 hours travels in Bangkok. Keep tuned as we full our previous couple of hours on day 3 of our Bangkok journey – doing what Singaporeans do greatest, purchasing!
