THAI FOOD: JEH O CHULA

Ever since I first visited Bangkok in 2004 I fell in love with Tom Yum. So when I was planning the trip I tried to look for the best restaurants to eat Tom Yum and I am lucky I found one. The restaurant is Jeh O Chula  pronounced "Jay OH." One thing I discovered in this food trip in Bangkok its that its never about the restaurant but its always about the food. Looking a the place you would say that this local restaurant serves just about the average thai food but the long queues will suggest that it is not just your ordinary thai restaurant for this is the home of  Tom Yum Mama Noodles.

Diners here are on plastic stools while there is a long queue outside this very simple and modest restaurant and a lot of people are saying that they come to eat Jey Oh's Tom Yama stir fried clams and crab Soi Charat. A lot of foreigners though have another interest which is the Tom Yum Mama Noodles which is available from 10:00 pm onwards. A little word of advice, If you are to eat here better look for the promo in Klook and you can be given a seat rightaway. That is why I got the meal set for 4-6 people that cost P3,517.00 (THB 2,246.23) although we were seven. Here is the set.

Fried Pork Neck, Fatty but delicious.

Spicy Salmon Sashimi this dish is a must try and most of the people lined up are also eating this. You can add another dish for THB 250/450

Their Crispy Pork is similar to our Crispy Pork Liempo but cooked the Thai way

Another added dish, their Thai Omelette

The star of the evening the Tom Yum Mama Noodles. Besides the Yummy broth this dish has ready to eat crab meat,  some katsu, shrimps, eggs, meaballs and underneath that broth are instant noodles that we did not even finish. For me. having this dish is worth the trip. This restaurant was included in Thailand's Michelin Bib Gourmand. Bib Gourmand's have been awarded to restaurants offering good quality menu for a modest price. 

As mentioned we were seven (six in the pic) and just had water and  enjoyed our meal. The address of the restaurant is seen below. From the condo we rented we just hailed two Grab Taxis going there and back and we did not have any problems. 

JEH O CHULA

113/1 Thanon Charat Mueang,

Rong Mueang, Bangkok 10330

Thailand,

Opening Hours: 5:30 PM – 1:00 AM

 

THAI 2019: THE GRAND PALACE

The Grand Palace is one of the most visited places in Bangkok and is a must-see if ever you go to Thailand.  From the name itself, it is so Grand that it will take you hours to go around the whole palace. The palace has been the residences of the Kings of Siam and later on Thailand since 1782.  The construction began in May 1782 at the order of King Rama I. Many kings that kings that succeeded Rama I added many buildings and structures especially during the reign of Rama V.  The Palace is not one structure alone, it is made up of countless buildings, halls, pavilions, set around vast lawns, gardens and courtyards.  The place is partially open to the public as a museum, but it remains a working place.  

THE DEMON GUARDIANS

BANGKOK 2019: AIRBNB is KING

One of My Travelmates, Melvin Abenes took the liberty of taking a picture of the front of the condominium

In my third trip to Bangkok this year I got the chance to provide the itinerary of the trip, look for a suitable accommodation and find places to eat authentic Thai cuisine. First order of business was to find a suitable place for us seven people that is affordable and not hassle free when it comes to transportation. This time I tried the Airbnb condos of Bangkok and i was happy I was able to book us at this nice place - Belle Rama Condominium. 

The Belle Lobby

Since we already paid in full our stay, the owner of the Condo unit met us at the lobby to give the keys. At the lobby there is a 7-11 and a mall where you can eat food at an affordable price.

Since the accommodation we paid for was for the room we brought along some canned goods for breakfast and they have complete kitchenware items (minus the rice cooker) including a washing machine. The area can accommodate four to eight people maximum.

Here is the sala where the owner also put one bed plus a couch bed and beddings for the one who will sleep on the floor. Four people can stay in this sala.

This is the master's bedroom with a view. A couple can stay here but since i paid a bigger amount I took this room for myself. It also has its own bathroom and nice view of the King of Thailand outside.

This is the other room and as you can see another two people can sleep in this room. It has a cabinet but no comfort room. Also, if you are going out you can ride their shuttle for free to the nearest MTR station.

Here they have a table with enough seats plus plates, utensils and glasses that you can use when you eat.

For our breakfast and other meals, we cooked our meal as seen by my companion. There is also a swimming pool if you are interested to swim. Over-all it was a great stay at this Airbnb. If you are a group do look it up since it has other tenants who allow their rooms to be rented for one to four days. We stayed here for four nights. 

23rd STI NYC in Gen. Santos City

STI Delegates getting ready for the convention

The Invocation Prayer led by Mr. IAN SUBALDO of STI College Gen. Santos

STI College Gen. Santos School Adminnistrator Ms. Roda Cabuga welcomes all delegates to the convention 

 Motiv8 training and Development Inc. President & CEO Ms. Michelle Defensor talks to STIers and tells them that you cannot give what you do not have.

Fired up Human Resource Training Services Presidenrt & CEO, Mr. Velden Lim tells STiers to take everything one step at a time. 

2016 STI Singing Idol Second Runner-up Michaela Gift Grecia of STI College Gen. Santos entertains the crowd with her very ethereal voice.

Speakers pose with the winner of the STI NYC Raffle

23rd STI NYC in Davao City

STI Students are pumped up and ready to witness the convention

STI College Davao Deputy School Administrator, Ms. Ann Dalogdog delivers the Welcome remarks and welcomes STIers from Southern Mindanao.

TrainStation President and CEO Ms. Carelle Mangaliag points STIers to the right direction as she discusses How Gen Z students can overcome their negative programming.

Bro. Velden Lim shares the secret to success to STIers through his talk "Small acts matter!"

STI students getting inspired as the convention goes by

STIers participate in one of the activities of the speakers

23rd STI NYC in Legazpi

STI College Legazpi students open the 23rd STI NYC with a prayer song.

Anacel Celadinia of STI College Legazpi sings the Philippine National anthem

STI College Legazpi Deputy School Administrator Ms. May Anne Vasquez welcomes all the delegates to the STI NYC.

"You can choose what you want to see" Motiv8 President & CEO, Ms. Michelle Defensor talks to STIers and shares valuable lessons with her talk "Gen Z on Ground Z"

Fired up Human resources training President & CEO, Bro. Velden Lim asks STI'ers "How are you spending your time?" during the STI NYC In Legazpi

STI College Legazpi students perform an intermission number

Yours truly and NYC Speakers answer questions from the students

STIers sing the STI HYMN

The STI National Youth Convention is back

The STI National Youth Convention is back and is raring to give STIers another way to extend their knowledge. The Convention will open on January 18, 2019 at Hotel St. Ellis in Legazpi city and will go through Visayas and Mindanao and culminate in the first week of March 2019. This year's theme is STI'ers: Advocates of Transformation by doing small things that matter. See you all in the NYC.

The Blue Eagles are back to back champs!

The Ateneo Blue Eagles secured their 10th UAAP Men's Basketball title by beating the UP Maroons in Game 2 of the Season 81 Finals. Its back to back for the Hail Mary squad.

Thirdy Ravena was a cut above the rest and a man among boys as he scored 38 points in one of the best finals performances in the past three decades. Thirdy earned his second Finals MVP. 

Just one of many dunks by the Ivory Tower Angelo Kouame who bounced back in Game 2 to score 22 points, he also pulled down 20 rebounds and had 2 blocks. 

The Captain Anton Asistio ended his 18 year stay at the Ateneo with back to back titles. His long bombs and superb defense will definitely be missed.

Another solid outing for Raffy Verano as he scored 11 points on 71% shooting and his all out hustle spelled doom for the Maroons. 

This match up between Tyler Tio and Juan Gomez de Liano is one for the books. Tyler will always have the advantage in this Tio on Juan!

Rookie SJ Belangel carried over his spunk to the Seniors team as he ignited the second team's offense while Matt & Tyler were resting.

Another day in the office for Isaac Go as he sinks this casual three point shot

Once again, another stellar performance by Matt Nieto in this series. He did not score much in Game 2 but his defense and playmaking helped Ateneo reach the top once again.

"In TAB we TRUST!" 

The Ateneo Sixth Man - Outnumbered but not outcheered!

Thanks to the Ateneo Sports Shooters for their pictures.

Phillip Sison, Joji Lapuz, Leo Lopez and Zach Garcia

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