ICS Odyssey | July 2025

bazaar tales & trade winds

Beneath striped awnings and woven baskets lie the real stories of a destination. From ancient alleys to pop-up roadside stalls, markets are where culture comes alive. Inspired by the book ‘The World’s Markets’ by John Brunton, we uncover the bazaar as we explore vibrant markets that pulse with colour, character and irresistible chaos.

  • India: Where Women Rule
    India | July 2025
    From matriarchs in Manipur to beasts of burden in Bihar - discover the soul of rural India’s wildest markets…
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  • Japan: Osaka’s Kitchen
    Japan | July 2025
    Blowtorched scallops, wagyu on sticks and soy-glazed octopus! Come hungry & leave happy at Kuromon Ichiba Market…
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  • Indonesia: Bali Bites at Badung Market
    Indonesia | July 2025
    Discover the flavours and soul of Bali’s busy Badung market with a foodie journey to sample spices and street eats…
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  • Uzbekistan: Cows, Camels & Doppi Hats
    July 2025 | Uzbekistan
    Bukhara’s no-frills Molbazaar is a gritty glimpse of Silk Road trade where beasts, bread and bartering still reign…
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  • Bhutan: Spice, Spirit & Sustainability
    Bhutan | July 2025
    The Centenary Farmers Market in Thimphu is a celebration of tradition, taste and trade under one vibrant roof…
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  • Nepal: Temple Bells & Spices
    July 2025 | Nepal
    Asan Market is where Kathmandu breathes, blending rituals, spices and street life into living, sacred chaos…
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  • Thailand: Warorot After Dark
    July 2025 | Thailand
    Discover where Chiang Mai eats, shops and stirs - a sensory overload of sausages, jackfruit and monk remedies…
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  • Laos: Vientiane’s Sizzling Nights
    July 2025 | Laos
    At That Luang Market, street eats, soul food and community spirit capture the real taste of Vientiane after dark…
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  • Sri Lanka: Colombo’s Oldest Bazaar
    July 2025 | Sri Lanka
    From batik to biryani and from spices to street life, Pettah Market is a whirlwind of culture, chaos and charm…
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  • Philippines: A Highland Harvest
    July 2025 | Philippines
    Fresh veggies, roasted coffee, native treats and cool mountain air — Baguio Market buzzes with local charm…
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  • Hong Kong: Ding Ding Candy & Claypot Rice
    Hong Kong | July 2025
    Smoky claypot rice, snake soup, spicy skewers and sizzling street life collide at Hong Kong’s Temple Street Market…
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  • Myanmar: Tea Shop Tales
    July 2025 | Myanmar
    Chauk Market offers a glimpse of unfiltered local life on the banks of the Ayerawady…
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  • Singapore: Colour In Motion
    July 2025 | Singapore
    Tekka Centre dazzles with the sizzle of street snacks, the shimmer of sequins, the crackle of curry leaves and the aroma of incense…
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  • Vietnam: Where Saigon Meets Cambodia
    July 2025 | Vietnam
    From sun-dried fish to sweet egg-yolk desserts, enjoy a slice of Cambodia in the heart of Saigon’s vibrant streets…
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  • China: Markets of Myths & Mountains
    China | July 2025
    From Kashgar’s clamour to Lijiang's whisper — step into the sights, sounds & scents of China’s authentic marketplaces…
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Happy reading and see you next month for the next edition of ICS Odyssey.

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