Eat, drink, sing and be merry with the Navy Bavarian Band as Amari Orchid Resort celebrates an Oktoberfest Garden Party on Saturday, 17 October from 7:00 p.m. onwards. Join the evening of German hospitality for Baht 490 ++ per person. For reservations call: 428-161 ext. 763.

The October Luncheon of PILC is this month at the Royal Garden Resort on Tuesday October 6th. The theme is "Health and Diet" with sketches and songs and a very interesting guest speaker, Patrick Stahl, who will be talking about stress and how to avoid it or simply get rid of it. Start is as usual at 10:30 a.m. and reservations should be made in advance.

The food promotion, "A taste of Vietnam" at the Garden Café of the Royal Garden Resort is still on until October 31st. All delicacies from Vietnam are on the menu. Spring rolls, shrimp rolls, grilled chicken, fillet of sole with lemon grass sauce, to braised pineapple and glazed banana are only a few of the dishes. It’s simply delicious! And the prices are surprisingly low. Vietnamese food is rather similar to Thai food. So, why not give it a try and go ‘Vietnamese’ for a change at the Garden Café? The promotion will be going on until October 31st and will be served daily for lunch and dinner. For reservations call the Royal Garden Resort, Tel. 412 120-3.

Good news! Hans Baumgartner, the old fox in gastronomy, is back in business! In his lucky 13th year in Pattaya he opened a Pub in Sunee Plaza. His old logo, the butcher’s knife, is easy to be seen from far away. The soft opening was already on September 18th and the big ‘bang’, the grand opening, will be sometime near the end of October - we’ll keep you informed, for it will be definitely something special to visit this very unique pub, the one and only of its kind!

A Vegetarian Festival will be held at the Amari Orchid Terrace Coffee Shop from 1st to 10th October. As every year, the chef has created a tasty menu which is both healthy and nutritious; highly recommended for all food lovers.

Hank, of Henry J. Bean’s (in front of the Amari), is proud to offer everybody who comes on a Thursday and is wearing blue jeans a "Hank went fishing" seafood platter for free. If you arrive in time, you might see Hank sneaking out of the kitchen to go fishing again!

Happy 25th Anniversary Royal Cliff Beach Resort! To commemorate its anniversary, the Royal Cliff Beach Resort has planned a series of many exiting events. The main celebrations will take place from the 1st through the 3rd of October. On the agenda are three fun-filled days of special theme events focusing on a concept of a legendary journey. On Thursday, 1st of October, at 19:00 hours, the beautifully landscaped Royal Wing Poolside will be transformed into an enchanted underwater world, complete with seahorses, dolphins and a live mermaid. Entrance fee is Baht 1,400 net, which includes drinks and a wide array of gourmet hors d’oeuvres. The party on Friday, October 2nd, at 19:00 hours at the Siam Ballroom, embarks you on a journey back in time and relive the splendors of Thailand. Discover the exotic taste of Thai Cuisine while watching a fashion parade showcasing traditional Thai costumes from the Sukhothai, Ayudthaya and Rattanakosin periods, accompanied by typical dances from these three resplendent eras. Fabulous prizes are waiting for the best dressed lady and gentleman in Thai costume! Entrance fee is 1,225 net, including a Thai set dinner and a welcome cocktail. Finally, on Saturday, October 3rd, the Grand Anniversary Party will be held at the Main Pool of the Cliff. There, one can experience the legend of the Royal Cliff Beach Resort and share its many achievements of 25 years of worldwide service excellence and explore the specially prepared culinary delights. The highlights of the evening include a modern dance show, featuring four imaginative and innovative performances, as well as a spectacular fireworks display for the grand finale of the event. Price for the ticket is Baht 1,400 including drinks and a wide array of gourmet hors d’oeuvres. For reservations call 250 421 - 40.

RLC (Rayong Lady’s Circle) presents a Dinner/Dance Gala on October 3rd, at the Ambassador Hotel Jomtien. The door opens at 7:00 p.m. and live music will be played during the four-course meal and afterwards. Ballroom and other dancing is on after the meal. Ladies (and gentleman) go and get your ball gown and your tuxedo pressed - and don’t forget to wear your dancing shoes! For ticket reservations call 603 381 or 880 548.

Attention Germans! The German Embassy is organizing a great party to honor German National Day on October 3rd at the Siam Ballroom of the Siam Intercontinental Hotel in Bangkok. Tickets for the price of 350 baht, including food and drinks, are available at the German Embassy. Reservations can be made by calling 02-831 2715 (02-831 4574).

The Mercure Hotel is going strong again with different country theme nights every day. Starting with a London Night on Mondays, Osaka Night on Tuesdays, Romantic Night on Wednesdays, Beijing Night on Thursdays, Munich Night on Fridays, a Siam Night on Saturdays and finally a Filipino Night on Sundays. Food and other highlights from each country are featured and the Filipino band plays the fitting rhythm. For more information call 702 777.

The Green Bottle Pub, located on Second Road, is having a weekly Sunday Cowboy Night throughout September until the 31st of October. Many games are on and, of course, many prizes will be given away. If you come to join on those days and wear a cowboy outfit, you’ll receive a beautiful souvenir! And, if you order 4 draft beers, you’ll get one for free! Don’t miss this opportunity to play games, receive prizes, get a present and have fun! For reservations call Diana Inn, Tel. 429 870 Ext. Green Bottle.

In this age of economic problems why not try the IMF Lunches at the Grand Sole Coffee Shop? Each dish served costs only 30 Baht, and is delicious. Lunch hours are from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Again one of the fantastic ideas of Grand Sole to help out in a crisis.