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Daily Mail
05-07-2025
- Daily Mail
Where to eat, stay and play in Koh Samui, Thailand
EAT Souper dooper Southern Thai dishes are spicier and, by consensus, more delicious than those of the north. Test the theory in a poolside booth at Pak Tai (at The Ritz-Carlton, see right). Chilli fiends love its fiery tom yum (Thai soup with prawns, lemongrass and lime, above) and 12-hour slow-cooked beef massaman with sticky rice. The price doesn't leave a bad taste, either: mains start at £20. Seafood, eat food Fish House (kimpton on the northeast tip of Samui, is a must for seafood fans. It's twice Michelin-recommended, yet even the most-hyped dish – moules frites à la clam, fished mere metres from where you sit – is just £15. Leave space for the banana & smoke (£6; coconut mousse and caramelised banana) and a £5.50 (only!) Strawberry Salty Dog cocktail with vodka and fresh grapefruit. STAY Laid-back luxe Set on a sprawling former coconut plantation, The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui (above, doubles from £300, is the island's largest resort. Suites and huts are swanky – the sea-view villas with private pools are honeymoon heaven, all neutral interiors and local art. There are reams of free activities (especially for little ones), from garland-making to Muay Thai boxing classes and a fish-feeding experience at the hotel's artificial swim-reef. Cheap and cheerful On the east coast, Crystal Bay Beach Resort ( has idyllic views over the Gulf of Thailand. With large outdoor swimming pools and relaxed, air-conditioned rooms, it's unbelievably good value: a villa for four starts at £82 a night. The huge breakfast is £8 extra, but at that price who's counting? Shop then flop In northern Samui's Bophut, Fisherman's Village is a hubbub of food joints, bars and shops. Buy souvenir carved coconut bowls and mango sticky rice, then loll over cocktails (£6) and pizza (£10) around a beach table at Rice x de Pier ( Culture fix Rising 15 metres over northern Samui's Wat Plai Laem Buddhist Temple, the statue of Chinese goddess Guanyin (above) is a must-see – just avoid visiting at midday as there's little shade from the 35-degree heat. Animal magic Thailand is heaving with dodgy zoos luring tourists. But Samui Elephant Sanctuary ( tours from £60) is a best-practice welfare organisation helping elephants rescued from enslavement in the tourism industry. Feed and observe the free-roaming giants, knowing everything's above board.
New York Times
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Times
Go Forth and Fourth
The Fourth of July party I go to every summer never varies (thankfully). Rain or shine, we sip Fish House punch in my friends' backyard, eat grilled lamb tacos and bean salads, and, for a rousing finale, take turns dramatically reading snippets of the Declaration of Independence or other rebellious manifestoes before breaking for pie. It's a jolly time. Do you have a festive tradition or recipe for the Fourth that you look forward to all year long? I want to hear about it: hellomelissa@ I love a peek at other people's tables. If you're still figuring out your menu, we have plenty of ideas for you here, including Yasmin Fahr's grilled tahini-honey chicken thighs. Made with pantry staples, this humble gathering of tahini, lemon and honey alchemizes into dinner party gold: gorgeously charred pieces of chicken with a nutty, caramelized flavor brightened by citrus. If you don't have access to a grill (or if it's being rained on), these are just as good cooked in the oven or in a skillet. It's a perfect last-minute party dish for Independence Day and days beyond. Featured Recipe View Recipe → Grilled tofu: More grilled goodness, this time meatless, can be found in Kay Chun's garlicky, gingery, soy-glazed grilled tofu slices. Heating the marinade before pouring it on the tofu slices gives you an especially deep, complex flavor. And if grilling isn't in the cards, you can make this, like Yasmin's chicken, in a cast-iron pan on the stove. Greek salad: Lidey Heuck's less-is-more Greek salad features a minimalist mix of juicy tomatoes, sweet red onions, plenty of olives and a slab of salty, creamy feta cheese. Use the best olive oil you have here. In this easy, versatile beauty, every ingredient counts. Succotash with sausage and shrimp: This jubilant dish by Vallery Lomas puts a new spin on the succotash staples of sweet corn and lima beans. By fortifying the mix with spicy andouille sausage and shrimp and adding okra and basil for texture and freshness, she turns a classic side dish into a satisfying meal. Pasta with corn, mint and red onions: Depending on where you live, local fresh corn may still be a few weeks away. But when it arrives, greet it with this colorful pasta dish, which crowns seasonal produce and cavatelli with dollops of creamy ricotta. Buttermilk chess pie: Every party needs a dessert, and to me the Fourth calls for pie, preferably one topped with a windfall of seasonal berries. Pile them all up on Lisa Donovan's tangy chess pie with its jiggly, soft custard nestled in a crisp, buttery crust. It's the only fireworks I need. To get these and all the other summery, celebratory recipes at New York Times Cooking, you'll want to subscribe. If you're hit by some kind of a technical snafu, email the smart people at cookingcare@ for help. Happy Independence Day! I'll see you on Monday.
Axios
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Axios
Local band Lawn talks Miami's music scene
Miami band Lawn is new to the local scene, so we asked them a couple of questions about their journey. Responses were edited for clarity When did you start your band? Romeo (singer songwriter), Cooper (bass) and Daniel (guitar) started the band last summer after working together in a different band. They decided to leave that project and start their own band so they could explore the indie genre more deeply. Once they found Cliff (drums), Lawn was created. How would you describe your sound? Lawn's sound, which takes inspiration from psychedelic rock and shoegaze, is raw yet danceable. Our new EP "House Party Hero" explores a range of styles, from grunge influences ("Overdoser") to the energizing guitar solo on "Prom Night." What's the best part of Miami's music scene? What are the challenges? The best part Romeo: The jazz scene. I've seen a lot of great performances at the Fish House and Lagniappe. Cliff and Cooper: The diversity of venues and the people that go to them. You've got clubs, bars, waterfront restaurants and rundown warehouses. Daniel: It's diverse and growing rapidly. Especially when it comes to Latin and EDM music, Miami is the place to be if you want to see firsthand how those genres are evolving. The challenges
