Daily Archives: August 2, 2012

How to Tie a Plastic Bag Like a Thai

Posted on August 2, 2012 by faranginbangkok

If you have been to Thailand and purchased any take away food (glap baan means take away), you have seen the amazing Thai trick of sealing a plastic bag with a rubber band. I struggle to simply remove the rubber … Continue reading →

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Aug 2 & 3, 2012- No Alcohol Days in Bangkok and Thailand

Posted on August 2, 2012 by faranginbangkok

As written earlier- things looking very dry in Bangkok for 2 and 3 August 2012. Here is a sign on a wine shop’s door: And a sign in a major grocery store:

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August 2 & 3 2012- Holidays in Thailand for Asanha Bucha

Posted on August 2, 2012 by faranginbangkok

Today and tomorrow are holidays in Thailand for Asanha Bucha, trust Wikipedia with caution, but here is there description of the holiday. On August 2 and 3 government workers will have a holiday, the post office and banks are closed … Continue reading →

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