Food & Riverside Guides from Coco Chaophraya

Loy Krathong on the Chao Phraya River 2026: Date, Where to Float and Dinner by the Water

Loy Krathong 2026 is Tuesday 24 November. Where to float a krathong near Phra Athit Road, eco-friendly tips and a riverside dinner by Rama 8 Bridge.

Rama 8 Bridge View Restaurant: Best Time for Sunset Dinner on the Chao Phraya

Riverside restaurant with Rama 8 Bridge views on Phra Athit Road. Monthly Bangkok sunset times, when to arrive, best seats and what to order at Coco Chaophraya.

Riverside Restaurant Near Khao San Road: A 13-Minute Walk to Escape the Crowds

A riverside restaurant 900 m from Khao San Road with Thai and Western food. Easy for groups with friends from abroad: what to order and the best time to come.

Nachos: The Mexican-Style Appetizer and the Surprising Story Behind the Name

Nachos are crispy tortilla chips with melted cheese and jalapeños. They were invented in 1943 by Ignacio 'Nacho' Anaya near the Texas border. Here is the story.

How Many Types of Pasta Are There? 10 Popular Shapes and the Best Sauce for Each

Spaghetti, fettuccine, capellini, penne and 6 more pasta shapes, with a chart pairing each with cream, tomato or olive oil sauces. The simple rule chefs use.

Pizza Toppings: A Guide to Popular Pizza Styles from Margherita to Seafood

A guide to pizza toppings: Margherita, pepperoni, white, Hawaiian, Parma ham, truffle and seafood, plus local twists like Thai tom yum pizza.

Parma Ham: Italy's Famous Prosciutto di Parma Explained

Parma ham is a salt-cured pork leg from Parma, Italy, aged for a year or more with no smoke or additives. How it differs from other ham and how to enjoy it.

Pad Kra Pao: The History of Thailand's Holy Basil Stir-Fry, Rooted More Than 330 Years Ago

The history of pad kra pao, Thailand's holy basil stir-fry: holy basil was recorded in 1687, the dish spread in the 1950s. Plus tips for a better pad kra pao.

What Is Truffle, and Why Is It So Expensive? The Underground Mushroom Found by Dogs

Truffle grows underground on tree roots and is found by trained dogs. Black vs white truffle, whether truffle oil is real, and our truffle dishes.

Curry Powder: What's in It, Where 'Curry' Comes From and How It Differs by Country

Curry powder is a spice blend built on coriander, cumin, turmeric and fenugreek. Where the word curry comes from and how blends differ by country.

Thai Food: Why the World Loves Its Flavours

Why the world loves Thai food: bold, balanced flavours, fresh herbs and dishes like tom yum goong. Thai cooking methods, and where to try it by the river.

What Is an Appetizer? Antipasto, Starters and 4 Easy Thai Appetizer Recipes

An appetizer is a small dish before the main course that wakes up your appetite. Italian antipasto, salami and 4 Thai appetizer recipes to make at home.

Green Curry: The History of Thailand's Much-Loved Kaeng Khiao Wan

The history of Thai green curry, from coconut-free jungle curry to kaeng khiao wan: why it's called 'sweet green', what's in the paste, what to eat it with.

New Year's Eve by the Chao Phraya 2026: Watch the Last Sunset of the Year, Then Dinner by the River

New Year's Eve 2026 is Thursday 31 December. Watch the last sunset of the year by the Chao Phraya, then dinner with Rama 8 Bridge views. Dishes and tips.

Christmas by the Chao Phraya 2026: Christmas Eve Dinner with Rama 8 Bridge Views

Christmas Eve 2026 is Thursday 24 December and Christmas Day Friday 25 December. A riverside dinner with Rama 8 Bridge views, sharing dishes and booking tips.

Things to Do on Phra Athit Road, Banglamphu and Khao San: A One-Day Walk Ending by the River

A one-day walk around Phra Athit Road, Banglamphu and Khao San: Phra Sumen Fort, Santichaiprakarn Park, Wat Chana Songkhram, then sunset by the Chao Phraya.

5 Relaxing Riverside Parks on the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok

5 riverside parks on the Chao Phraya in Bangkok, from Santichaiprakarn Park to Rama VIII Park: where to relax, exercise and watch the river at sunset.