In Thailand, hold the drinks and pass the cannabis

Thais embrace new 'ganja' craze but adhere to draconian alcohol restrictions

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A man is dressed for the occasion at a marijuana legalization expo in Buriram, Thailand, on June 10. (Getty Images)

GWEN ROBINSON

At a recent dinner party in an elegant Bangkok apartment, a matronly socialite unveiled a tray of exquisitely packaged cakes for dessert, proudly exclaiming, "happy brownies -- such fun, good with ice-cream, do have one." The key ingredient, cannabis, ensured the VIP guests went home in pleasantly woozy style.

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