Search results for "Food"

Apr 28, 2017 • 3 min read

Where to brunch in Southeast Asia

From modern takes on Malaysia’s coffee spots to the latest in East-West fusion, we bring you our favourite brunch spots to kick-start your weekend
By Paul Millar

Apr 20, 2017 • 11 min read

Aung San Suu Kyi's climate change crisis

In 2008, Myanmar suffered its worst natural disaster on record when Cyclone Nargis swept through and the military regime hampered relief efforts. Now, the new government is struggling to find the resources needed to help protect its people from the ravages of global warming  A monk inspects the ruins of his monastery destroyed by Cyclone Nargis in Kaunt Chaung, Myanmar. Photo: DPA
By Fatima Arkin

Apr 20, 2017 • 11 min read
Climate change

Aung San Suu Kyi’s climate crisis

In 2008, Myanmar suffered its worst natural disaster on record when Cyclone Nargis swept through and the military regime hampered relief efforts. Now, the new government is struggling to find the resources needed to help protect its people from the ravages of global warming
By Fatima Arkin

Apr 13, 2017 • 7 min read
Cambodia

Siem Reap’s self-made hospitality hero

Over a feast of classical Cambodian countryside dishes in his tropical villa, Cambodian entrepreneur Soann Kann discusses taking risks, the value of professional experience and why he ditched his family-oriented business model
By Claire Knox

Apr 04, 2017 • 9 min read
Citizenship

Forever lost: the Rohingya who sacrificed their identity

At the heart of the Rohingya’s decades-long struggle in Myanmar lies a question of identity, along with a desire for citizenship and the basic rights that come with it. But even for those Muslims that can now call themselves Myanmar citizens, life remains a constant struggle
By Carlos Sardiña Galache

Mar 21, 2017 • 6 min read
William Heineke

On top of the world

Over a glass of scotch at his lavish Bangkok penthouse, Heinecke talks about navigating the region’s tumultuous political landscapes, his rise to riches and giving up his US citizenship
By Rachna Sachasinh

Mar 08, 2017 • 4 min read

Top five: English Premier League partnerships in Southeast Asia

The English Premier League has well and truly infiltrated Southeast Asia, with 38% of its viewers hailing from the Asia and Oceania region, four of the 20 clubs displaying Southeast Asian companies as their main shirt sponsors and a host of lucrative, and sometimes curious, commercial deals. Here, we look over some of the most notable business ties that the league has in Southeast Asia, ranging from an obscure snack food to a $36.7m training kit sponsorship.
By Euan Black and Logan Connor

Mar 07, 2017 • 11 min read
Cambodia

How leaks, lies and fake news took over politics

As social media becomes the number one news source for young Cambodians, the spectre of ‘fake news’ is haunting a nation whose politics is wracked by rumour and ridicule
By Paul Millar

Feb 13, 2017 • 8 min read
1MDB protests

‘Why should we be afraid?’

Malaysian students, long encouraged to stay obedient and play by the rules, have found their voice in response to the multibillion-dollar 1MDB scandal that has gripped their nation
By Kate Mayberry

Feb 09, 2017 • 3 min read
Indonesia

Learning to teach

Southeast Asia Globe explores the austere conditions of Pondok Pesantren Lirboyo, where 6,000 male pupils ages five to 40 study to become religious teachers
By Southeast Asia Globe Editorial