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A Glittering Future Woven by Hand

A Glittering Future Woven by Hand

A Glittering Future Woven by Hand On Koh Samui, where craft is often overshadowed by tourism gloss, one woman stands out as the island’s only glitter-batik artist. Her work – measured and rooted in tradition yet unmistakably her own – mirrors the pateh sarong’s...

Hope Floats

Hope Floats

Hope Floats If you’re visiting Samui during April or May, ask a local about Loy Kroh. You may be led not to a beach club or spa, but to the shoreline itself—where one of Thailand’s most quietly moving rituals unfolds, and where misfortune is set gently adrift. Words:...

Water for Life

Water for Life

Water for Life With World Water Day observed globally and Thailand readying itself for Songkran, the water-soaked Thai New Year, water emerges as both a source of joy and a measure of how we care for the world ahead. Words: Mimi Grachangnetara Photography:...

Unplugged in Samui

Unplugged in Samui

Unplugged in Samui Turn off your phone and slip off your shoes. Between sunrise swims, jungle waterfalls and long, salt-tinged afternoons, Thailand’s perennial “paradise island” offers something rarer than escape — the space to slow down, breathe deeply and truly...

Holy Crab

Holy Crab

Holy Crab! Crab lover alert. If you want to enjoy flower crabs to the fullest, these tips were made for you. When you visit Koh Samui, you’ll discover a world of vibrant markets and incredible seafood, and one of the true stars of this culinary scene is the flower...

Matcha Cup

Matcha Cup

Matcha Cup Embrace the island’s calm with a handcrafted matcha cup. Sleek, tactile and designed to elevate your daily ritual, it’s a reminder that the simplest pleasures often travel best.

Natural Indigo Jacket

Natural Indigo Jacket

Natural Indigo Jacket Cut from soft, breathable cotton and dyed in natural indigo, this jacket strikes a balance between craftsmanship and quiet utility. The hand-finished hue lends depth and character that only improves with wear. Understated, durable, and distinctly...

Everyday Accessories

Everyday Accessories

Everyday Accessories Designed for modern multitaskers, these contemporary pouches, bags, and the playful Thai alphabet hat bring order and charm to everyday life-combining smart design, subtle style, and island-ready practically in one understood collection.

Kalamair

Kalamair

Kalamair Kalamair is Koh Samui’s signature sweet – a toffee-like treat crafted from sticky rice and palm sugar simmered and infused with pandan or coconut. It’s a confection that goes well with afternoon tea or as a gift from Thailand’s southern shores.

Coconut bowls with Enamel

Coconut bowls with Enamel

COCONUT BOWLS WITH ENAMEL These coconut-shell bowls lined with enamel add a tropical touch to your table. Perfect for serving or simply admiring, they capture Samui's spirit in every curve.

A Glittering Future Woven by Hand

A Glittering Future Woven by Hand

A Glittering Future Woven by Hand On Koh Samui, where craft is often overshadowed by tourism gloss, one woman stands out as the island’s only glitter-batik artist. Her work – measured and rooted in tradition yet unmistakably her own – mirrors the pateh sarong’s...

Hope Floats

Hope Floats

Hope Floats If you’re visiting Samui during April or May, ask a local about Loy Kroh. You may be led not to a beach club or spa, but to the shoreline itself—where one of Thailand’s most quietly moving rituals unfolds, and where misfortune is set gently adrift. Words:...

Water for Life

Water for Life

Water for Life With World Water Day observed globally and Thailand readying itself for Songkran, the water-soaked Thai New Year, water emerges as both a source of joy and a measure of how we care for the world ahead. Words: Mimi Grachangnetara Photography:...

Unplugged in Samui

Unplugged in Samui

Unplugged in Samui Turn off your phone and slip off your shoes. Between sunrise swims, jungle waterfalls and long, salt-tinged afternoons, Thailand’s perennial “paradise island” offers something rarer than escape — the space to slow down, breathe deeply and truly...

Holy Crab

Holy Crab

Holy Crab! Crab lover alert. If you want to enjoy flower crabs to the fullest, these tips were made for you. When you visit Koh Samui, you’ll discover a world of vibrant markets and incredible seafood, and one of the true stars of this culinary scene is the flower...

Matcha Cup

Matcha Cup

Matcha Cup Embrace the island’s calm with a handcrafted matcha cup. Sleek, tactile and designed to elevate your daily ritual, it’s a reminder that the simplest pleasures often travel best.

Natural Indigo Jacket

Natural Indigo Jacket

Natural Indigo Jacket Cut from soft, breathable cotton and dyed in natural indigo, this jacket strikes a balance between craftsmanship and quiet utility. The hand-finished hue lends depth and character that only improves with wear. Understated, durable, and distinctly...

Everyday Accessories

Everyday Accessories

Everyday Accessories Designed for modern multitaskers, these contemporary pouches, bags, and the playful Thai alphabet hat bring order and charm to everyday life-combining smart design, subtle style, and island-ready practically in one understood collection.

Kalamair

Kalamair

Kalamair Kalamair is Koh Samui’s signature sweet – a toffee-like treat crafted from sticky rice and palm sugar simmered and infused with pandan or coconut. It’s a confection that goes well with afternoon tea or as a gift from Thailand’s southern shores.

Coconut bowls with Enamel

Coconut bowls with Enamel

COCONUT BOWLS WITH ENAMEL These coconut-shell bowls lined with enamel add a tropical touch to your table. Perfect for serving or simply admiring, they capture Samui's spirit in every curve.