Artbox Singapore garnered massive crowds and was a huge success last year. Hence, it is no surprise that this wildly-popular creative market from Bangkok will be returning this year and it will be almost 3 times bigger than last year’s edition to accommodate more people and vendors.

The event showcases local and Thai entrepreneurs dishing out creative and ‘hipster’ snacks and other knick-knacks such as designer bags and jewellery. Here’s what you should know about Artbox Singapore 2018.

This year’s event will take up 140,000 square feet, featuring hundreds of vendors. While we were not thrilled that Artbox 2017 was a packed nightmare with virtually no walking space and parking lots around, we are confident that the organisers will do a better job this time around with the bigger event space.

We were greeted by a plethora of creative and colourful snacks and drinks at last year’s Artbox and we expect to be wowed by even more unique and delicious grub.

We look forward to a better-planned event this year with more spacious walking rows and great live music. The verdict is not out on whether this year’s event is worth a visit but we are certainly hopeful.

Artbox Singapore 2018
When: 25 – 27 May 2018, 01 – 03 June 2018
Where: Bayfront Event Space (beside Marina Bay Sands)
From: 3pm – 11pm

There are few places in the world that can match up to Bangkok when it comes to cheap and delicious street food.

As Thailand’s tourism industry flourishes, we are definitely not surprised to find out about emerging food fads and trends that have gone viral on social media.

While it is easy to brush them off as something gimmicky, we applaud the creativity and effort that went behind creating these ‘Instagrammable’ food. If you are curious about where you can find them, here is our list of 7 Street Food In Bangkok That Will Spice Up Your Instagram Feed.

#1 CHEESE TOASTIE

One of the best finds in Bangkok when it comes to Instagram-worthy food is probably cheese toasties. That cheese pull is enough to garner all those likes on social media for you. Besides, who can say no to cheese right?

Where To Get It: ChangChui, JJ Green Night Market

#2 CHEESE FRIES

Anything with cheese and we are game for it. While cheese fries are nothing new, it sure makes a delicious snack when you are looking for something to keep your tummy satisfied at the night market.

Where To Get It: Talad Neon

#3 TAIYAKI

You get to choose which flavours you fancy (there is also durian) and the fillings are usually extremely generous. Pull your taiyaki apart for that photogenic cheese pull which does not lose out to the cheese toastie.

Where To Get It: Talad Neon

#4 WATERMELON ICE

Even if you have not been to Bangkok before, we are sure you have seen this dessert at pasar malams in Singapore. Nothing feels better than an icy watermelon dessert to cool off from Bangkok’s humid weather.

Where To Get It: The New Rot Fai Ratchada

#5 CHARCOAL CREPES

Choose to have your crepes savoury or sweet—we had our charcoal crepe with sliced bananas. You are likely to find crepes in most night markets of Bangkok as it is a common snack you can find even on the streets itself.

Where To Get It: JJ Green Night Market, The New Rot Fai Ratchada

#6 BLOOD BAG DRINK

This blood bag drink got us feeling like vampires sucking on real blood (it is actually just fruit punch)—eat your heart out Edward Cullen!

The taste is nothing amazing as it is just your regular syrup water but the beverage definitely helps to quench your thirst.

Where To Get It: Talad Neon, Artbox

#7 THAI MILK TEA

You have to film down the process of locals making traditional Thai milk tea. We were staring in awe as we watched the tea being pulled from one jug to the other. The end result is a delicious, frothy drink that is served at the right temperature for consumption.

Where To Get It: Chatuchak Weekend Market, Talad Neon

For more recommendations, read our guide on 18 Must-Try Street Food in Bangkok.

The greatly anticipated Artbox Singapore is finally here! Bangkok’s Artbox makes its inaugural appearance in Singapore with over 500 unique vendors in their lineup over next two weeks. 

For those unfamiliar with Artbox, it is essentially a large market pulsating with a vibrant youthful vibe and bursting with creative energy.

Admission is free, by the way. Artbox Singapore will be taking place from 14 to 16 April 2017 and 21 to 23 April 2017. So, did it live up to the hype and is Artbox Singapore really worth going?

WHAT TO DO AT ARTBOX SINGAPORE

One unique feature of Artbox Singapore is the airmocks that are free for you to recline on. You just need a beer to go along with your relaxation sesh.

Another great place for you to chill out at is Chang Beer Garden. Grab an ice-cold beer (S$6) or 5 bottles at S$30 and get 1 free!

MTV Asia is also offering free tattoo services by tattoo artist, Greamy. If you have always wanted to get a tattoo, why not now!

WHERE TO SHOP AT ARTBOX SINGAPORE

There are so many shopping options available at Artbox Singapore—from stalls specialising in clothing, jewellery and handicrafts.

It is time to get busy searching for great steals and trust us that there are many awaiting to be discovered.

WHAT TO EAT AT ARTBOX SINGAPORE

Foodies, this is the place to be.

Amazing selections of savoury and sweets await you at Artbox Singapore but for starters, pick from a large selection of flavoured marshmallows and enjoy seeing them roasted before your very eyes.

We all loved Thai Iced Tea, and you can have as much as you like at T.I.T.

If not, why not have ever so Instagrammable Talad Drink at S$5? Both are absolutely picture-worthy drinks!

Cool down from the sweltering heat and humidity with Merely’s ice cream. It will be so shiok!

One magical dessert you must not miss out on is Coyono’s Dragon’s Breath (S$6.50), a dessert featuring the use of liquid nitrogen.

No worries if you did not manage to get your hands on some Thai Iced Milk Tea. But really, even if you did, what is a little more indulgence with Sol55′s Thai Milk Tea Soft Serve (S$4.50)? So creamy and rich, we were delighted with every element of this soft serve.

HOW TO GET TO ARTBOX SINGAPORE

Artbox Singapore has two entrances. You can either access it from the URA Bayfront Car Park or walk over from Marina Bay Sands. There wasn’t a queue to get into Artbox Singapore when we were there today, but it was a real squeeze.

Once again, Artbox Singapore will be held from 14 to 16 April 2017 and 21 to 23 April 2017.

And, this is probably what all of you are waiting for—is it worth going? Well, we’d say no.

While the concept is popular and there are many things to see and eat, there is no crowd control and the event space was completely overutilized. The booths were lined too closely to each other, leaving little or almost no room to walk. This only means being caught up in a human jam and wasting more time meandering through the crowd than actual eating and having fun.

Average queue time is 15 minutes, by the way. And because of Singapore’s perpetual humidity, walking through Artbox Singapore in such a condition makes it even harder. You almost couldn’t truly enjoy the experience.

If you are driving, welcome to your nightmare; there is virtually no empty lots!

Not too sure if this is what we’d want to go through again though the street snacks were really interesting.

Artbox Singapore
Bayfront Event Space beside Marina Bay Sands The Shoppes
Fri to Sun: 3pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Bayfront

Artbox—Bangkok’s famous hipster market—is coming to Singapore in April 2017.

It is Artbox’s first overseas venture and you bet we are excited about its arrival. Artbox Singapore will be held at Bayfront Event Space on 14 to 16 April and 21 to 23 April 2017 from 3pm to 11pm.

If you haven’t been to Artbox in Bangkok before, here’s a summary of what it is: the market focuses a lot on local designers, affordable vintage fashion, quirky lifestyle products, modern home decor items and innovative snacks.

Artbox Bangkok is every bit characteristic, and it is a one-of-a-kind market. It is with little surprise that since its debut, Artbox Bangkok has received visitors from all over the world. It ain’t just about the shopping or the food; the entire vibe is one so inviting.

We are certainly hoping that Artbox will be bringing along its famous food vendors from Bangkok to the Singapore’s edition.

For those of you who are keen to run a kiosk at Artbox Singapore, it is currently taking in reservations at THB 16,200(S$652) for 3 Days.

There will be more than 200 booths, made up of mainly fashion and food stalls.

Judging from Singaporeans’ love for Bangkok and its markets, it is almost certain that Artbox Singapore will be a huge success. Mark the dates down, guys. This is one event to really countdown to and visit.

Artbox Singapore
Bayfront Event Space
14 to 16 April and 21 to 23 April 2017
3pm to 11pm

If you are heading to Bangkok, read our guide on what you can expect at Artbox Bangkok.

Ask any Singaporean which Asian city is their favourite for shopping and most would tell you Bangkok.

For the Thais, night markets are a way of life. The congregation of local vendors is a common sight and for many natives, their livelihoods depend on these bustling night bazaars.

Here’s our guide to 8 Night Markets in Bangkok That Are Worth Checking Out.

ARTBOX

Artbox is a massive pop-up night market with an ever-changing location. With a focus on local products, visitors can look forward to an eclectic mix of affordable vintage fashion, quirky lifestyle products, modern home decors, Instagram-worthy snacks and whatnot.

The current venue is at Chatuchak and Artbox will be occupying the space until 30 April 2017.

1 Khwaeng Chatuchak
Khet Chatuchak
Krung Thep Maha
Nakhon 10900, Thailand
Mon to Thu: Closed
Fri to Sun: 4pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Kamphaeng Phet

Source: Our Happy Jar

ASIATIQUE THE RIVERFRONT

Asiatique The Riverfront might not be as authentic as the other localised night markets, but it is suitable for those who are after a spacious and comfortable shopping experience. The area boasts 1,500 shops and prices are evidently pricier.

This higher end night market opens till midnight daily.

Asiatique The Riverfront
Charoenkrung Rd, Wat Phraya Krai,
Bang Kho Laem, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Daily: 5pm to 12am
Nearest Terminal: Wat Rajsingkorn

CHANGCHUI

The term ‘”chui” refers to being disorganised in the Thai language but do not be deceived by its name—the huge lifestyle space is a one-stop destination for everything art related.

Think fashion apparel stalls, concept cafes, food trucks and a vintage cinema for the film buffs. There is an old aeroplane right smack in the middle of ChangChui market—yes, that is how massive that night market is.

Dessert cafes, coffee speciality houses, all-day brunch food… everything you desire, Bangkok probably has it. Here’s our guide to the 28 best cafes in Bangkok.

Source: Meowsyy

HUA MUM NIGHT MARKET

Hua Mum Night Market is considered a hidden gem because most foreigners probably don’t know about it nor wouldn’t discover it on their own—and evidently, that is its main draw.The under-the-radar localised market is not as congested as the other popular tourist attractions and you can shop for absolutely everything i.e. handcrafted handbags, customised key rings, trendy apparel.

The under-the-radar localised market is not as congested as the other popular tourists’ attractions and you can shop for absolutely everything, i.e. handcrafted handbags, customised key rings, trendy apparel etc.

11 Kaset-Nawamin Rd
Lat Phrao, Bangkok 10230
Closed on Mondays
Tue to Sun: 6pm – 12am
Nearest Station: Lad Phrao

Source: Bangkok Info Guide

PATPONG NIGHT MARKET

Patpong Night Market has made a name for itself with its sheer number of counterfeit goods. The night market is jam-packed with tourists and visitors—and you either hate it or love it.

It is important to note that the bazaar is located in the red light district, hence it isn’t necessarily the most children-friendly area.

Phat Pong 2 Alley
Khwaeng Suriya Wong, Khet Bang Rak
Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10500, Thailand
Mon to Sat: 6pm – 1am
Sun: 6pm – 12am
Nearest Station: Sala Daeng

Take a stroll down anywhere in the city of Bangkok and you will be greeted with street food of all kinds. There are so many interesting street food options just waiting for you to explore. Here is a list of the Street Food in Bangkok you must try.

ROT FAI MARKET (RATCHADA)

The new Rot Fai market at Ratchada is smaller than the Srinakarin branch and it is conveniently located just a few minutes walk away from National Cultural Center MRT Station.

Its central location and a wide variety of food and fashion stalls make it a popular destination for locals and tourists. The bazaar has rows and rows of food stalls where cooking is done on site.

Ratcadaphisek Road
Thu to Sun: 6pm – 12 Midnight
Nearest MRT: National Cultural Centre

Source: Bangkok

ROT FAI MARKET (SRINAKARIN)

Rot Fai Market (Srinakarin) is a dream come true for shopaholics. Caution: Do not let your wife know about this place.

There are thousands of shops here and you will not have enough time to cover all the vendors in one night. It will take stamina to strike off this attraction in your list but hey, they don’t call shopping as Singapore’s national sport for nothing! Challenge accepted?

Srinakarin Road Soi 51
Srinagarindra 51 Alley,
Nong Bon, Prawet, Bangkok 10250, Thailand
Mon to Wed: Closed
Thu to Sat: 4pm – 1am
Sun: 4pm – 12am
Nearest BTS: On Nut

TALAD NEON

Talad Neon is a new night market in Bangkok that has been making rounds on social media this year. It is just like any other night market in Bangkok but here’s what sets them apart from the rest—they offer extremely photogenic or ‘Instagram-worthy’ food which will gain the envy of all your friends.

1087 Khwaeng Makkasan
Khet Ratchathewi, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon
Bangkok, Thailand
Thu to Sun: 5pm – 12 Midnight
Nearest BTS: Chitlom

Read our guides on Bangkok to find the best places to go to in the city.

Artbox Bangkok is back at Chatuchak from now until 30 April 2017!

You would have known or heard about Artbox Bangkok by now. But if you haven’t, it is actually a pop-up market that is housed within giant metal containers.

The charm of Artbox Bangkok lies in its hipster factor, of course—from its containers to the design of each stall to the merchandise and snacks, Artbox Bangkok is like the future of Singapore’s ‘Pasar Malam’. And they focus a lot on local designers, affordable vintage fashion, quirky lifestyle products, modern home decor items and innovative snacks.

The pop-up market changes location once every few months, and its current location is at Chatuchak (just across the road from the popular Chatuchak Weekend Market), where it will be there every Friday to Sunday.

Here are the highlights of Artbox Bangkok at Chatuchak.

Artbox Bangkok is every bit characteristic, and it is a one-of-a-kind market. It is with little surprise that since its debut, Artbox Bangkok has received visitors from all over the world. It ain’t just about the shopping or the food; the entire vibe is one so inviting.

Kick off your shoes and lie on the grass while enjoying music from the live band; drink beer with your pals under the starts at one of them many outdoor benches. An Artbox Bangkok experience is second to none.

While the shopping at Artbox Bangkok is one thing to look out for because it is quite unlike a typical and tacky experience that most tourists “enjoy” at MBK, the food section attracted us more. That goes without saying, right? Such gluttons we are.

And you can only imagine how berserk we went with all these crazy snacks at the current Artbox Bangkok in Chatuchak.

And you can only imagine how berserk we went with all these crazy snacks at the current Artbox Bangkok in Chatuchak.

TORCHED S’MORES

Probably one of the best desserts at Artbox Bangkok! Frozen marshmallows are torched upon order, and that melty gooey goodness got us all addicted.

BLOOD DRIP DRINK

You will have probably seen this from your Instagram feed.

CHEESE FRIES

There is this stall called the iFries, and they specialise in, well, fries. Just skip all the other options and go for the cheesey ones; there are a few variations, but they are all amazing.

PANDAN WAFFLE

Who would have thought that a simple, unassuming waffle like that would actually taste so good?!

RAINBOW DRINKS

Pretty much just colouring and syrup. Nothing special. But your Instagram followers will love it.

NACHOS & CHEESE

Just. Look. At. That. Pot. Of. Cheese.

Artbox Bangkok Chatuchak
Nearest Station: MRT Kamphaengphet (Exit 1)
Every Friday to Sunday
From now until 30 April 2017