Most Americans are likely unaware of Apichatpong Weerasethakul’s film work, and even fewer dare even attempt to pronounce the contemporary Thai filmmaker’s given name. But for those entrenched in the world of art-house cinema, the past winner of the prestigious Palme d’Or prize at Cannes Film Festival is a genuine superstar. Weerasethakul, often […]
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Restaurateur Lawan Rattana opens new concept in Edmond
Lawan Rattana hopes to introduce customers to Thailand’s regional cuisine at Gin Thai Fusion.
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Del City’s Thai Rice & Noodle Cafe packs a punch
Intense flavors and friendly service make this four-table joint a great stop for both Thai food veterans and newcomers.
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This Girl Is Badass
But how much more badass might she be if her stunts were rooted in reality? For example, Jackie Chan can do — or could do — most of the things we saw him do in his movies; the blooper-ridden end credits attest to that. But from the start, Jukkalan’s tricks are aided by, well, tricks […]
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Taking refuge
Yassir Kori Credit: Mark Hancock She spent years in a Thai refugee camp. He was tortured by Myanmar police for a crime he did not commit. These aren’t headlines scrolling across a ticker; they are the stories of three Oklahoma City residents, and they are just a small sample of a larger population. A substantial […]
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Crimes of exploitation
She has to do this because even if the gun against her head isn’t visible, she knows it’s there. Somewhere in the darkness watching is the man she once thought was her boyfriend, or once thought to be the cute boy she chatted with online and decided to meet, or was someone who had promised […]
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Crimes of exploitation
She has to do this because even if the gun against her head isn’t visible, she knows it’s there. Somewhere in the darkness watching is the man she once thought was her boyfriend, or once thought to be the cute boy she chatted with online and decided to meet, or was someone who had promised […]
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Bangkok by way of Roma
The tiny bistro is set inconspicuously in the center of Robinson Crossing at Interstate 35 and Robinson, a strip mall anchored by Starplex Cinemas and a Braum’s Ice Cream & Dairy. Jana’s is open for lunch and dinner daily, except Sunday, when it’s closed entirely. The dining room is small and pleasantly tranquil. Like the […]
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The Zen approach
I usually answer, “In what category?” Steakhouses, barbecue, Mediterranean, Italian, Indian, French, Mexican, Cajun, German, Greek, Asian and on and on. They look at me and sigh. Believe me, I’ve tried them all. Could Zen Asian Dining be the top spot for Asian food in Edmond? It is darn near. Husband-and-wife team Lesly and Jamil […]