‘Substitute Tofu for flesh’ is the basic Thai translation for vegetarian. During this popular vegetarian festival, the Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa is offering a feast of vegetarian delights. Experience these delicacies, which are especially prepared for you by their expert Thai and Chinese chef’s at the Garden Cafe and the Rice Mill Chinese Restaurant. For reservations please contact: 038 412 120, ext.1202.

The New Buffalo Grill has changed its name to Le Petit Liegeois Gastrononique. They still offer the best Belgian and French cuisine at the same location, in an outstanding atmosphere and with the same chef. Open every day, except the first Monday of every month, from 12 midday to 11 p.m. Le Petit Liegeois Gastrononique, 383/70 Soi Bua Khao, tel. 038 424 630, 09 911 2458.

Hhner Hugo is the place on Naklua Road where one can get daily the freshest chickens from the grill. Thursdays are a special treat: Pork Knuckles and Sundays the famous Duck from the Grill. If you fancy German wheat-beer or apple-wine – this is the place to go! Hhner Hogo is located near Soi Wong Amat and almost next to 7-Eleven.

Mediterranean Marvels! There is an assortment of marvelous Mediterranean classics awaiting diners to La Mer Restaurant, Montien Hotel Pattaya. Just to whet your appetite, consider grilled seafood cioppino: fresh prawns, fish and mussels cooked in the cioppino style, served in a saffron broth, with country-style bread. Traditional seafood delicacies from southern Europe that will delight the most seasoned palate! For reservations call 038 428 155 ext. 1620-1.

Tequila Reef on Soi 7 is celebrating the return of the NFL with game replays every Monday night through the season and a ‘Tailgate Party’ from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. every Tuesday. Chicken wings, chilidogs and tacos only 25 baht, plus 2 for 1 frozen margaritas. Only at Tequila Reef Mexican Grill Cantina, Soi 7, 30 meters off the beach (free parking available).

Happy Halloween at Benihana, The Japanese-American Steakhouse Thursday October 31st. Cast a spell and join in at the haunted Benihana Restaurant this Halloween, where you can enjoy an evening of spine chilling ghoulish delights and loads of spooky fun. The special ‘Zombie set Dinner’ is dead delicious, and a special potion of Cocktails and ‘Icy-cold’ draught Carlsberg beer await you. All witches, monsters and ghouls will receive a free potion of Fresh Blood’ cocktail. All for only Baht 499++ (7-10pm) Small Zombies under 12 years eat 1/2 price. Reserve for 4 large Zombies and pay for 3. For reservation please contact 038 425 009

Events

The next Pattaya Gay Festival 2002 event will be the Mr. Body Beautiful Contest at the Throb + Splash Nightclub on Thursday October 17. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. Admission 250 baht including one drink and a 100 baht donation to the PGF Charities. There will be no Happy Hour on that night, as 20% of all drink sales will be donated to the PGF Charities. The judges will be looking for the best-proportioned and best-looking contestant and not for muscle men. The entry fee for contestants is 500 baht.

The BMW Group Thailand’s Motorcycle Department is organizing a ‘Ride -a-Way’ Caravan to Pattaya for motorcycle fans! On October 19 and 20, get together with the Barcelona Motor Co., Ltd. to celebrate the first anniversary of Barcelona Motor being the first BMW Group authorized motorcycle dealer in Thailand. The participants are looking forward to a beautiful weekend in Pattaya with accommodation at the Hard Rock Hotel. Booking to join can be made until October 14 with Khun Noppan, tel. 0-2247-5555.

Celebrate Oktoberfest at the Amari Orchid Resort, Saturday October 26. Eat, drink, sing and be merry with the Navy’s Bavarian Band. Don’t miss this Bavarian festival in the gardens of the Amari Orchid Resort. Enjoy traditional German food and great German beer. In true Oktoberfest style, take part in the beer drinking competition. Don’t miss the fun, special prices for PILC members, only 450 baht net per person. For reservations, please contact the guest relations manager @ tel. 038 428 161 ext. 763.

U.K. Club of Pattaya is hosting a Charity Dinner & Grand Prize Draw, in aid of the HIV/AIDS infected children and orphans housed at the Camillian Centre in Rayong, on Saturday October 26th from 7.30 p.m. till midnight at the Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa. The evening is being sponsored by East Coast Real Estate & CBM Design & Build. Raffle tickets on sale now for 60 baht each or 10 for 500 baht with the Star Prize donated by Star Cruises, plus plenty more great prizes available on the night. Tickets for the charity dinner are 1,000 baht inclusive of Thai & international buffet, entertainment and bar prices substantially lower than normal. Contact Malcolm 09 5454185 or email: [email protected]

Entertainment

The Bastards Rock Band will play Shenanigans Pattaya on Friday October 11, on stage at 11 o’clock. Sunday October 13 will be the Shenanigans Boat Trip: meet at the bar before 10 a.m., arrive back at 6.00 p.m. B. 1,500 inclusive of food and drinks.

Berliner Bistro and Bavaria Beer Garden in Soi Potisan is a special place to go. Every Friday, transvestite show at 6 p.m. and rock ’n’ roll at 7 p.m. Every Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. onwards, musical brunch with original Bavarian music and rock ’n’ roll. Sundays a suckling pig for 10 people and a champagne brunch for 2 will be raffled off.

The Prince of Wales, Soi Khao Noi (Formosa) is really up and running. Pool, darts, cribbage, movies, sports and a better menu. Cookie still offers free pub grub every Friday night and a now a ‘beer and brunch fest’ @ 149 baht from 10 a.m. Sundays. Nice staff, nice atmosphere and always fun. Pay them a visit, you’ll enjoy it.

Special Packages

Speed learning Thai language for expats, English or German for your Thai friend. 10th birthday special offer. You live in Thailand, you need to learn Thai. Call for info 01 573 0830 or 038 716 612. BEC Language Center, 571/1-2 Naklua Rd. Also check out www.thailandexpats.com on general info for expats living in Thailand.