Aina Rita Swartz

Aina Rita Swartz

Rita Swartz is a Thai-American writer who grew up in Thailand, Australia, and the US. After graduating with a degree in History and International Relations from King’s College London, she moved back to her hometown of Bangkok and now writes on a variety of topics including food, culture, and film. When she isn’t writing, Rita can be found baking Scandinavian pastries or reading murder mysteries.
  • Best BitesWhere to eat at One Bangkok?

    Where to eat at One Bangkok?

    Bangkok’s newest mega-mall, One Bangkok, has finally opened in Lumpini, and to the delight of shoppers and foodies everywhere. Easily accessible by MRT (MRT Lumpini, Exit 3), One Bangkok is the newest swathe of uncharted territory for the Bangkok food enthusiast. But where to eat? Filled to the brim with dozens of new and familiar restaurants to try, this huge…

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    Where you can try Dubai chocolate in Bangkok

    The viral Dubai chocolate craze that has overtaken social media has finally reached Bangkok — and thank goodness for that! Popularised on social media, Dubai chocolate bars have become a must-try staple for chocolate lovers all over the world. So what is Dubai chocolate? Well, they’re giant, Willy-Wonka-looking chocolate bars that are filled with a mixture of pistachio cream and…

  • Best Bites10 best noodle restaurants in Bangkok

    10 best noodle restaurants in Bangkok

    Bangkok is nothing short of a noodle lover’s paradise. Whether you prefer rice noodles or egg noodles, clear broth or creamy, this city has something for everyone. Noodles in Bangkok is a cuisine in and of itself, with hundreds of noodle restaurants catering to every imaginable fancy. With so many options, it can be difficult to know where to even…