Events
The next Pattaya City Expats Club (PCEC) meeting will
be held on Sunday, March 9. Everyone is warmly welcome. The speaker will be Mike
Cavanaugh, a USAF Colonel who retired after 30 years of service as a pilot. Mike
was a Raven Forward Air Controller (FAC) in Laos during 1969, and will give his
personal account of the elite group of American, Thai, and Laotian pilots
featured in the book, “The Ravens, The Men Who Flew in America’s Secret War in
Laos.” The Club meets every Sunday morning at the Tavern by the Sea restaurant
located on the north end of Beach Road (part of the Amari Orchid Resort). The
program starts as usual at 10:30 a.m. with a buffet breakfast available from 9
to 11 a.m.
The culture of northeastern Thailand will come to life in
Pattaya for three nights at the Issan Festival 2014 from March 7-9 on
Pattaya Third Road. The event will feature a parade, performances from actor
Nadej Kokimiya and country music singer Ying Lee, general Issan music, and sales
of northeastern products. The event will also showcase a “phi ta khon”
scary-ghost dance competition with winners receiving more than 100,000 baht in
prizes. Part of the proceeds from the event will be donated to AIDS patients at
Phra Bat Numpu Temple in Saraburi.
A Family Bike Day will be held at the Thai Polo Club &
Equestrian Center in east Pattaya on Sunday, March 9. There will be a short
trail for the younger riders, a 10km mountain bike ride for the older kids and
adults and a 30km trail for the more hardcore cyclists. There will also be food,
beverages, prizes and other entertainment for all to enjoy. Proceeds from the
day will be donated to Women With A Mission and Make a Wish Foundation Thailand.
For more information, email:
[email protected] or go to webpage:
www.pattayafamilybikeday.org.
The 2014 Pattaya International Music Festival will
take place from March 21-23. Recognized as one of the largest music events of
its type in Asia, the three-day free festival will feature both Thai and
international artists of every genre with the concerts along Beach Road starting
around 6 p.m. and finishing at midnight. Visitors can enjoy beach activities
during the day before attending the music festival as the night falls. In
addition to the concerts at the 4 main stages, there will also be booths selling
music-related accessories and a multitude of food and refreshment stalls. For
more information, contact the local TAT office on Tel. 038 427 667 or 038 428
750.
Green Pattaya is organizing a clean-up around Wat Phra
Yai (Big Buddha temple) in South Pattaya on Saturday, March 29 starting at 10
a.m. Volunteers are always welcome to come along and help out. Water, soft
drinks, fruit & snacks will be provided. For more information, go to
www.facebook.com/GreenPattaya/events.
Pattaya Soul Club will be holding its next charity music
night on Friday, April 4 at the Lion Pub on Soi 17 (between Pattaya 3rd Road and
Thepprasit Road). Entrance of 400 baht will include a free-flow of wine, San
Miguel beer and Brunty’s Cider between 8 p.m. - 10 p.m. (or until stocks last).
All proceeds from the event will be donated to the Take Care Kids charity. For
more information or tickets, go to
www.facebook.com/PattayaSoulClub.
Dining
Bistro Night at Pullman Pattaya Hotel G served every
Tuesday until April 30. A 3-course menu includes marinated herring on warm
potato salad, lamb shank “M้choui”, poached chicken supreme on creamy sauce and
mushroom risotto, mixed seafood gratin on Chardonnay Sabayon or “prime beef
ribs” served with salad, gratin “Dauphinois” and black pepper sauce for 2
persons. Mouthwatering desserts include caramelized thin pear tart on blue
cheese light cream or homemade tiramisu and more. Price: THB 690 net with a
special offer on the price of wine. The Beach Club Restaurant opens every day
from 6:00 - 22:00 hrs. For more information or reservations, contact 038 411
940-8 or email
[email protected].
Bistro Night at Pullman Pattaya
Hotel G.
Louis Restaurant is offering a new weekly set menu
alongside the regular a la carte menu items. The set menu includes a choice of
starters and main courses of pan fried John Dory fish fillet (THB 490), Piccata
of chicken breast in a light red wine sauce (THB 490), or Australian beef cubes
in light mustard/herb sauce (THB 850), followed by pineapple strudel and vanilla
ice cream for dessert. Louis Restaurant is located on Naklua Soi 31 or North
Pattaya Road Soi 6. For reservations contact Vichai on mobile 081 001 3298 or
email: [email protected].
Australian lamb promotion in March at Mantra Restaurant &
Bar: Shank, stew, rack, chop and loin will be prepared by Executive Chef
Leonard Faust and the Mantra culinary team to perfection. Not to be missed are
the lamb tenderloin and baby spinach salad with goat cheese, pumpkin & semi
dried tomatoes or the lamb rack with Greek salad, salsa verde & cucumber raita.
Mantra’s superb wine selection will offer you a vast choice of great names from
France, Italy, Australia and Chile by glass or by bottle. Mantra Restaurant is
located at the north end of Pattaya Beach Road at the Amari Orchid Resort.
For reservations and more info, call 038 429 591 or visit
www.mantra-pattaya.com.
Centara Grand Phratamnak Resort Pattaya is now fully open
and offering the following for March: At Oceana Restaurant from 6:30 to 10 p.m.
enjoy a 4-course Royal Thai Cuisine set dinner for THB 777 net, including a
glass of red or white wine. Ruffino Restaurant and Lounge offers Monday to
Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. a homemade pizza “buy 1 get 1 free” promotion. Chef Luca
has also created a delicious rustic 3-course set dinner perfectly paired with a
carafe of red or white wine for THB 888 net per person, only available on
Thursday’s from 6 to 10 p.m. Relax later to the tunes of resident DJ Diva who
spins the latest trendy tunes from 7-11 p.m. Afternoon Tea is also available
daily from 3-5 p.m. at the Espresso Bar for THB 700++ per set for 2 persons,
including scones and clotted cream, freshly made sandwiches and cakes, tea and
coffee. Centara Grand Phratamnak Pattaya is located on Pratamnak Soi 5. For more
information and bookings call 038 306 337 or e-mail:
[email protected].
Halal international buffet dinner @
Harbour.
Halal international buffet dinner @ Harbour - only THB
420 net per person. The buffet dinner includes halal food, an international
buffet line and many selections of dessert. The food is certified and cooked by
a halal chef with 40 years experience. Both indoor and outdoor dining options
are available. Harbour restaurant is located at the A-One Royal Cruise Hotel
on Pattaya Beach Road (Soi 3), Open daily 6.00 pm - 10.00 pm. For more
information, call 038 259 555 Ext 4236.
Monday Curry Night at Tavern by the
Sea.
Sugar Hut Restaurant is open for lunch with set menu
prices from 240 to 350 baht net/set. Menu items include chili fried rice, pork
soup with tofu, noodles, fresh spring rolls, salad, fruit, desserts and more.
For inquiries and reservations, call 038 364 186, 038 251 686.
Great Brazilian food at Zico’s.
Zico’s Pattaya restaurant of Centara Grand Mirage Beach
Resort is Pattaya’s only Brazilian Churrascaria restaurant. Enjoy succulent meat
and fresh seafood; as much as you can eat on long skewers which gracefully pass
through the tables. Special on every Wednesday and Thursday enjoy free flow beef
unlimited 2 hours with 15 skewers at only Baht 999+ per person (subject to 7%
VAT). And don’t miss the great selection at the salad bar. Brazilian Samba
Queens perform at 8:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. with an amazing dance routine and hot
music (except on Mondays). For more information or table reservations, contact
038 043 516 or email:
[email protected].
Marco Polo Chinese Restaurant is famous for its authentic
Shanghainese and Szechuan cuisines prepared to perfection by master Chinese
chefs. Enjoy a dim sum lunch daily from 11.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. and dinner from
6.00 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. daily. Also make sure to call in at the Montien Bakery
Shop for freshly made cakes, pastries and breads plus a range of Thai desserts.
Open daily from 9.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m. (Every day). For more information, call
the Montien Hotel, Pattaya, tel. 038 428 155, 038 361 340 ext 1620, 1621,
or email [email protected].
Satisfy your pizza cravings at The Bay Italian Restaurant
with five flavors available for your mid-afternoon dining amidst the sea views
of Pattaya Bay. Pair your favorite pizza with a free flow of beer during the
‘Pizza Galore with Beer’ promotion. Available daily from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Guests can dine for a maximum of two hours. Price is THB 599++ per person.
Saturday Night BBQ Buffet offers a fantastic selection of meat and seafood BBQ
items as well as international cuisine, served from 6:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. Buffet
price is THB 1,490++ per person (food only). A free flow of wine, beer, juice
and soft drinks is available at THB 599++ per person. The Bay is located at the
Dusit Thani Pattaya Resort, next to the Dolphin Roundabout in North
Pattaya. Opening hours are Monday to Sunday - 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. For more
information and reservations, please call 038 425 611-7 ext. 2149-50.
Poo Bu Maa Thod Kratiam at Flare.
Coco’s Bistro will be serving a delicious St. Patrick’s
Day meal on March 17 with the following menu: Leek and potato soup, choice of
corned beef and cabbage with carrots and boiled potatoes or Irish lamb stew with
toasted French bread and green panna cotta with kiwi: Price: 495 baht (book and
prepay by March 15). Coco’s is also currently presenting its burger festival
with daily offerings of Black Angus Beef Burger (NZ): THB 275; Black Angus
Cheese Burger (NZ): THB 295; or New Zealand Lamb Burger: THB 260. All burgers
served with a choice of creamy coleslaw, French fries, potato salad, BBQ or
baked beans. Coco’s Bistro is located on Chaiyapruk 1 (50 meters from Sukhumvit
towards the beach). Open daily 8am to 10pm (last order 9:30pm). Tel:
038-074-675, www.cocospattaya.com.
Premium Prosecco at dusitD2 baraquda
Pattaya.
The open kitchen concept at Edge restaurant, Hilton
Hotel Pattaya, creates an interactive dining experience combined with
natural light and breathtaking views. Monday’s “Post weekend BBQ” features
freshly grilled sausages, Korean style pork cuts and chorizo burritos while
Tuesday’s “Mediterranean Fare” includes Middle Eastern dips and salads, pizza
and pasta. On Wednesday, Edge presents “Burgers, Salads and Gourmet Sandwiches”
where guests can create their perfect burger, toss a fresh salad or grab a
gourmet sandwich. The tastes of Southeast Asia, India, China and Japan come
together for Thursday’s “Extended Asia” followed by Friday’s “Seafood Pattaya”
where the crystal waters offer up fresh local prawns, crabs and lobsters served
on ice or grilled. Saturday’s “Classics & Confectionaries” presents timeless
favorites such as Greek salad, oven-baked whole salmon, green curry and
bouillabaisse and margherita pizza. In addition, guests will be able to indulge
in traditional Thai desserts with a modern twist. Every Sunday, the chefs pull
out all the stops and offer the hotel’s famous “Sunday Brunch” that brings
together a wide selection from around the globe. Bookings are absolutely
essential for this very popular event. Monday to Thursday @ THB 480 net; Friday
and Saturday @ THB 540 net, Sunday Brunch @ THB 1400 net; Wine Buffet @ THB 1100
net. “Seven Days, Seven Themes” is available from Mondays to Saturdays from 12
p.m. to 2.30 p.m. and from 12 p.m. to 3.30 p.m. on Sundays. An International
Buffet Dinner is also available 7 days a week priced at THB 920 net on Monday -
Thursday and Saturday & Sunday, and THB 1100 net on Friday. Edge restaurant is
located on the 14th floor of the Hilton Hotel Pattaya. For bookings, please dial
+66 (0)38 253 000.
As well as the excellent European food for which it is very
well known in Pattaya (including some very rare Dutch items), Mata Hari
restaurant also has a complete range of Thai cuisine, including Thai Isaan
on request from Chef Jackie, herself coming from Isaan. Mata Hari restaurant is
located at the top of the hill on Thappraya Road, and for reservations (strongly
recommended) phone 038 259 799 or email
[email protected]
or go through the website at:
www.mataharirestaurant.com
The Tavern by the Sea Restaurant introduces the
following daily promotions: Monday Curry Night features the tastiest curries,
naan bread and salad buffet for just THB 499 net per person. Tuesday offers a
selection of beef, pork and chicken burgers together with Frankfurter,
Thuringer, and Italian sausages, served with mashed potato, chili con carne and
salad bar, as much as you can eat for THB 449. Wednesday is Ribs & Wings
evening: finger licking good ribs and 6 different kinds of wings - all you can
eat for THB 449 net per person. Friday & Saturday Churrasco Nights offer prime
meats and seafood, grilled to perfection on the fire and freshly skewered for
you on the churrasco pens at the Tavern. All complemented by a full buffet of
starters, side dishes and desserts. Only THB 749 net per person. Every buffet is
open from 18.30 - 22.00 hrs. There is also a daily happy hour from 11 am - 6 pm.
Watch all the premier live sports on one of the many widescreen TV’s or on the
big projector screen (Sports hotline 038 418 419). Amari Orchid Pattaya,
Beach Road, North Pattaya, Tel 038 418418, E-mail
[email protected].
Eat to the New Beat at Starz Diner located at the
Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya between 2nd Road and Beach Road, Central Pattaya: A
selection of Pan Asian and continental flavors, from the griddle, BBQ
char-grill, pan, fryer, steamer, wok, and tandoori oven, as well as some really
delicious desserts. Sat: THB 850++, Sun-Fri: THB 750++ food only. Sat: THB
1,080++, Sun-Fri: THB 980++ including free flow drinks. Children under 11 years
of age eat for free. Show time for live music is from 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. For
more information call 038 428 755-9 or go to
http://pattaya.hardrockhotels.net.
Mussels & Fries at Oasis restaurant.
Throughout the month of March, “Oasis” restaurant at
Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya presents its “Mussels & Fries”
promotion. Oasis is featuring mussels served in various sauces, such as tomato,
garlic, parsley and white wine, or mustard, white wine and cream and the classic
garlic, white wine and parsley; all served with French fries. Prices start at
only THB 350++ (subject to service charge and VAT). “Oasis” Restaurant is
located on the lower Main Lobby near the water park of Centara Grand Mirage
Beach Resort Pattaya. Open daily from 06.00-23.30 hours. Reservations please
call (038) 301 234 ext 4260-61.
The Peak restaurant offers a variety of dim sum items
during the ‘All You Can Eat Dim Sum for Lunch’ promotion. Price is just THB 705
net per person. Lovers of Peking Duck, prized for the thin crisp skin, can also
enjoy lunch with a whole Peking Duck on the centerpiece at only THB 1,765 net.
What’s more, roasted suckling pig is offered at a discounted price of THB 1,882
(whole roast). The Peak Chinese Restaurant is located on the 8th floor of
Dusit Thani Pattaya next to the Dolphin Roundabout in North Pattaya. Open
daily from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. For reservations
and more information please call 038 425 611 to 7, ext. 2276.
A choice of mousse at Sheraton
Pattaya Resort.
Enjoy classic mousse dessert at Sheraton Pattaya Resort
throughout March: Made with organic fruits, premium chocolate and Oregon
hazelnuts and available all day and every day at Elements Restaurant with price
THB 320++ per dish. For more information or reservations, call 038 259 888 or go
to website:
www.sheratonpattayaresort.com.
Intimate surroundings and a magnificent wine wall provide a
distinctive backdrop for sophisticated dining at Flare restaurant.
Experience an exquisite new menu of the authentic taste of Thai cuisine, as it
captures the freshness of its surrounds and fuses it with a global twist. Sample
“Hoy Nang Rom” made with fresh Fine de Claire oysters from the southern regions
of France or perhaps a “Som Tum”, imaginatively prepared tableside. Finish your
evening with “Cafe Bo’Lan” or maybe “Bai Tuey” - a very international cr่me
br๛l้e. Also available are an exciting range of wines from Thailand’s emerging
vineyards. Available for a limited time only in Flare, level 15 of the Hilton
Hotel Pattaya from 6:30 p.m. until 11:30 p.m. daily. For bookings, please
dial 038 253 000 or email:
[email protected]
New and only at Moon River Pub! The After Work Club
from 7 p.m. to midnight offers guests a Western or Thai evening menu. Groups of
30 people may choose from the European and Thai all you can eat buffet (booking
1 day in advance). The all you can drink (wine, beer, juice, soft drinks,
whiskey, tequila, etc.) counts for both offers. Price per person: 1,200 baht per
person Sunday to Thursday or 1,500 baht per person Friday & Saturday. The Moon
River Pub is located in front of the Thai Garden Resort, North Pattaya Road.
With a full salad and dessert buffet station, diners at
Cascade can select their main course on the menu featuring Thai and western
dishes such as fried seafood with garlic and hot basil leaf served with steamed
jasmine rice; grilled chicken breast with barbecue sauce; breaded fish fillet,
French fries and tartar sauce and many more. Price is THB 299++ per person (food
only). The Cascade is located near the Main Lobby of Dusit Thani Pattaya.
Open daily from 6 a.m. - 1 a.m. For reservations call 038 425 611-7 ext. 2153.
Chill out to the DJ’s beats as you sip on signature cocktails
at the Horizon lounge and take in stunning views of Pattaya Bay. Located
on the 34th floor rooftop of the Hilton Hotel Pattaya, Horizon lets you
party with friends and sample the delicious cuisine in one of the three flexible
private dining rooms. Bar opens from 5:00pm until 1:00am - restaurant from
6:00pm until 11:30pm. Guests can indulge in style with a twist or simply relax
in the most chilling Infinity Bar and enjoy the gentle sea breeze and romance
sunset in a comfortable and relaxed entertainment venue. The new ‘Sunset
Session’ promotion offers guests an array of signature cocktails and “best
sellers”, including Yello, Sea Breeze, Mojito, Cosmopolitan, Bloody Mary,
Singapore Sling and beers on a one-for-one basis. The promotion is available
daily from 5 pm to 7 pm at Horizon. For more information or reservations please
call +66 (0)38 253 000 or email: bkkhp.pattaya.
[email protected].
dusitD2 baraquda Pattaya has introduced its premium
branded sparkling wine “Baraquda Prosecco”. Designed for celebratory sipping or
leisurely refreshment as the perfect start or finish to any dining experience,
this top-of-the-range premium Italian Prosecco is priced at only THB 1,500++ per
bottle and is only available at the dusitD2 baraquda pattaya. For more
information or purchase inquiries, call 038 769 999 or E-mail.
[email protected].
Hard Rock Cafe Pattaya presents ‘Mix Tape’ every Friday
night from 9 p.m. till 2 a.m. at the Moon Deck. A roster of four guest DJs play
soulful funky sounds, deep house, tech and all manners of groovy tunes laced
with rock & roll. For more information and/or reservations, call 038 426635,
send e-mail to
hrcpr.pty@hardrockhotels .net or go to
www.facebook.com/HardRockCafePattaya.
Royal Cliff Hotels Group will be holding its inaugural
Fitz Club Squash tournament on March 8-9. Players of all standards are welcome
to participate. Prizes will be given to the winners and runners up in each
category and registration starts at 8:30 a.m. on March 8 with the tournament
starting at 9 a.m. For more information or early registration, call 038 250421
ext: 2621 or 2622 or email:
[email protected].
Nong Nooch Tropical Garden will be holding its annual
Thai Elephant Day on Thursday, March 13. The event will feature a spectacular
elephant parade, feeding opportunities and a ceremony by Buddhist monks to bless
the large group of friendly pachyderms. For more information, email
[email protected].
The Bella Voce choir group will be giving their first
performance of the year as part of a short intro entertainment before the main
concert of Tenor Kim Jun Man as he sings his favorite opera arias at the Sunset
Beach Estate Club House in Na Jomtien, on Saturday, March 22 starting at 6 p.m.
Ticket price is 1,500 baht and includes a buffet dinner. Contact Simone for
reservations at
[email protected] or call 087 112 6357.
Pattaya Players next murder-mystery stage production will
be ‘A Ghostly Crime’ taking place on March 28 & 29 at The Courtyard on Soi Siam
Country Club Road. The evening performances will include an assortment of finger
foods for starters, a delicious buffet dinner, and desserts. A special prize
will be awarded to the super sleuth in the audience each evening. Tickets cost
THB 750 and can be purchased through Pattaya Players (www.pattayaplayers.org)
or at The Courtyard by calling 081 250 6400 or 038 734 522.
The Pattaya International Ladies Club (PILC) will be
holding a 10-pin bowling family fun competition at the PS Bowl (above Tops) in
central Pattaya on Saturday, March 29 at 6 p.m. Cost to enter is 500 baht per
person or 2,000 per team, which includes 2 games, shoe hire and buffet dinner.
Lots of prizes will also be given away on the night. To register or for more
information, email to
[email protected].
Ruffino Restaurant & Lounge at Centara Grand Phratamnak
Resort Pattaya presents Thailand’s premier female DJ, DJ Diva, every Thursday,
Friday & Saturday from 19:00 - 23:00. Centara Grand Phratamnak Resort is
located on Soi 5, Pratamnak, South Pattaya. Tel. 038 306 337 for more
information.
dusitD2 baraquda Pattaya invites you to come and relax,
sip a cocktail or two and enjoy the dulcet tones of classic live jazz performed
by the famous saxophonist Aht Gunlayanakupt, a.k.a. the Kenny G. of Thailand.
Performances of “a new jazz in town” are held every Friday and Saturday evening
at the the rooftop sunset lounge from 8 p.m. For more information and
reservations, call 038 769 999 or send an email to
[email protected].
The North Star Library on Sukhumvit Road, north
Pattaya holds regular Thai language classes Mon - Fri from 10.30 till 12 p.m.
and 1 p.m. till 2.30 p.m. Cost of admission is 100 baht per session for library
members and 200 baht for non-members. Private lessons are also available for 200
baht per hour. In addition, the library also holds Yoga training every Tuesday
from 1 - 2 p.m. at the Father Ray Foundation. Cost is 1200 baht for 6 sessions
(first session free). For more information, call 081 575 4854 or email
[email protected]
Come and enjoy live music at the Jazz Pit Pub from 7
p.m. to 11 p.m. every day (except Tuesdays & Wednesdays). Listen to great music
by Thomas Reimer, one of the most famous European Jazz guitar players. If you
play an instrument, you are welcome to come along and join in the jam sessions
every Monday evening. Jazz trio every Friday at 7-11 p.m., with Thomas Reimer
(guitar), Andy Goodson (bass), and Peter Couling (drums). The Jazz Pit is
located on Soi 5 off Pattaya Beach and 2nd Road. Tel: 038 428 374.
