That was the week that was

Curated by Darryn Lyons, the Black Book is a no-nonsense guide to the world’s top destinations. Discover the best authentic local eats, premium steakhouses, and iconic nightlife venues. Every spot is hand-picked and tested for those who want to experience the world properly.

That Was the Week That Was: I Found the Best Bowl of Noodles in the World for Four Dollars

by Lewis Paparazzi | 13/08/2026 | That was the week that was | 0 Comments

Chasing Butterflies, Brigitte Bardot, the Bubble Beach Buffalo and the Best Bloody Noodles in the World There are weeks when you conquer the world. And there are weeks when you sit barefoot on a wooden deck somewhere on a beach in Thailand, watching two butterflies...

Finding Bubble Beach on Bang Por, Koh Samui’s Quiet Coast

by Oanhsin | 03/08/2026 | That was the week that was | 0 Comments

Week Ending Sunday, 2 August 2026 — Bubble Beach, Bang Por, Koh Samui, Thailand Koh Phangan, seen across the water — the view that never gets old. There are weeks in life when nothing seems to change. Then there are weeks that quietly change everything. This was one...

100 Baht, Hornbills & One Bloody Bumpy Boat Ride

by Oanhsin | 30/07/2026 | That was the week that was | 0 Comments

“Some weeks are measured in miles. Others are measured in moments. This week in Koh Samui was measured in 100-baht notes, pounding seas, unforgettable food and the wonderfully weird theatre that only Thailand can deliver.” The Unofficial Currency of...