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Community Happenings is an opportunity for all
clubs, businesses, hotels, restaurants and entertainment outlets to
inform the Pattaya Mail’s readers what new “happenings” are coming
up. Send us your happening by email to: [email protected]
or by fax 038 427 596.
Festive Season
Activities
Christmas message to all Children! Santa Claus will be
visiting the Bangkok Pattaya Hospital on December 18 from 10 a.m.
to noon. Bring your parents and your camera along to have your photograph
taken with Santa. For more information, please contact Reina or Sandy in the
Bangkok Pattaya Hospital International MarCom Department. Tel. 038 427 777
Ext. 1056 or email: [email protected]
Every year at Christmas time the Thai Garden Resort
seeks donations for their ‘Toys for Joy’ project. This year
donations will be given to the Fountain of Life children. The goal is to help
these kids enroll in school and receive a formal education. Donations of used
or new clothes, books, stationary, cash or toys can be placed under the
Christmas tree in the lobby of the Thai Garden Resort, opposite city hall or
hand them to Janine or Alexandra in the guest services office. Contact 038 370
614 for further details.
The Finnish community is invited to a Christmas Singing
evening in Finnish Kotikirkko, at the Pattaya Marriott Resort and
Spa. No charge for admission. There will be a special Christmas Eve
service on December 24 from 5 p.m. and Sunday December 26 at 6 p.m. For more
information contact Juhani and Irma Waarna on 07 145 3406 or email: [email protected]
Jomtien Boathouse offers a Traditional Scandinavian
Christmas smorgasbord buffet with 3 kinds of herrings, gravad and smoked
salmon, liver paste, meatballs, Christmas ham, cheese and much more on
Wednesday December 22 from 6.30 p.m. for only 395 baht. Jomtien Boathouse,
Jomtien Beach Road.
Get in early for Christmas! Greg’s Kitchen is now
taking bookings for their 2-day Christmas special on December 25 and 26. Call
Greg and his team on 038 361 227 for details.
U.S. turkey! Pat’s Pies & Deli are taking
orders for Christmas to be picked-up or delivered. They have a very limited
stock of U.S. turkey, first come first serve! Call 038 723 302.
The Christmas Menu at the Queen Victoria Inn
this year is going to be about the same as last year (why change a good thing)
but then again so is the price! So for only 750 baht you will get an All U Can
Eat Carvery that includes cream of green pea soup with bacon pieces, prawn
cocktail, roast Norfolk turkey, pork and Wiltshire ham, mashed, roast and
croquette potatoes, cauliflower cheese, Brussels sprouts, buttered carrots,
garden peas, chipolata sausage and bacon, sage and onion stuffing, cranberry
sauce and home made gravy, Christmas pudding laced with sherry and brandy,
mincemeat pies, brandy butter and custard. For 300 baht the Vic will also
offer an all u can eat Thai buffet. Please book at the bar. Queen Victoria
Inn, Soi 6.
On Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s
Eve, the Art Caf้ Pattaya will only open for advanced bookings for the
festive menu. On Christmas Day there is a single lunchtime sitting with diners
coming in between noon and 2.30 pm. In order to set up the dinner on Christmas
day our Christmas lunch sitting is limited until 6 p.m. On Christmas Eve and
on Christmas Day live piano music will be played in the restaurant area and
Father Christmas and his helper will entertain our younger guests at the pool
site with presents and games on Christmas Day. There will be a festive family
style children’s menu served to the children at the pool for 480 baht net
and the full menu for adults at 1,450 baht. Book your table by calling 0 3836
7652 or email: [email protected] visit: Web: www.artcafe-thailand.com
for details
Amor Restaurant is holding two special sittings for Christmas
Dinner on December 25 - 7 p.m. and 9.30 p.m. Checkout the menu at: http://www.amorrestaurant.com/XmasDayMenu.htm
This special dinner is at 1,350 baht plus 10% service charge. Reservations are
highly recommended. Amor Restaurant, Soi Pattaya 3, South Pattaya. Call 038
710 680
Join the festive season at Shenanigans Pattaya with
a huge Christmas menu December 24 and 25. Bookings are now being taken from
midday till late for some great Christmas Fayre, all for 1,250 baht per
person. Check out the menu at: www.shenanigans-pattaya. com or book your seat
on 038 710 641.
Take part in The Carnival on Friday December
24 at the Pattaya Marriott Resort and Spa from 7 p.m. until 10 p.m. Prepare
yourself for a graceful night, embraced with jazz, Latin and Asian tunes that
will transport you into a heavenly Christmas Eve. An action packed evening
featuring various traditional dances such as the Cancan, Latin and Carnival
dances, lucky draws at various stages of the night. Complete your night
dancing to live music and a fireworks display at a grand scale. Tickets are:
3,000 baht++ per adults. For more information or reservations call Marriott
Resort and Spa on 038 412 120
Christmas Eve at La Mer Restaurant, the Montien
Hotel, Pattaya features a sumptuous multi-course festive set-dinner, with all
the traditional trimmings. Make this Christmas special. Adults 1,500 baht ++,
Children 1,000 baht ++. December 24th from 6.30 p.m. to 10.30 p.m. For
reservations please call 038 428 155 ext. 1620-1 or email: [email protected]
Enjoy Christmas Dinner at the Verandah Coffee Shop
in the Montien Hotel, Pattaya. On Friday 24th BBQ & Seafood Buffet Dinner,
adults 500 baht ++, Children 280 baht ++. Then on Saturday 25th experience an
International Buffet Dinner: adults 420 baht ++, children 220 baht ++. Enjoy a
traditional Christmas dinner with family and friends this Christmas Eve and
Christmas Night. For reservations call 038 428 155 ext. 1620-1 or email The
Montien Hotel, Pattaya at: pattaya@ montien.com
Celebrate Christmas at the Thai Garden Resort with a
visit from Santa Claus on of December 24. From 7 p.m. onwards, the ‘Fountain
of Life’ dance group will perform a Christmas show on the Thai Garden Resort
lobby in coordination with Toys for Joy. Straight after the show, Santa Claus
will arrive and bring presents to all children. Enjoy Christmas dinner at
Lanna Coffee Shop - a 6-course dinner, priced at 999 baht net per person,
served on December 24 and 25 at Lanna Coffee Shop. The festive dinner by Chef
Marcus will make you dream. Children only pay 50% of the price. You can
reserve your table with Alexandra at 038-370614 or by email: [email protected]
Treat yourself, your family and friends to a gourmet, sit
down dinner at Indian By Nature. Celebrate Christmas Eve and New
Year’s Eve Maharaja style with a special menu prepared by in-house
chefs, who have prepared a 7 course set-menu for only 2005 baht +. Cost
includes a welcoming Kir Maharaja. IBN introduces Sikandari Raan - baby leg of
lamb marinated over night in a centuries old recipe of whole spices and rum
flavoured sauce. Available only from December 24 until 2 January 1. Reservations
highly recommended, call 038 36 4656.
Celebrate Christmas Eve (Friday December 24) at the Amari
Orchid Resort, Pattaya from 7 p.m. in the ballroom. Treat yourself, your
family and your friends to a festive gourmet gala dinner. Santa Claus will be
there to wish you a merry Christmas. 3,495 baht net per person, children
(under 12 years) 1,748 baht net. Don’t miss Christmas Day from 7 p.m. at the
pool. Santa will be joining in for a pool party extravaganza. He has invited
one of the greatest live bands in town, and be ready for his Santarinas to
make an appearance on stage for a surprising show. For dinner, he enjoys an
exclusive buffet, featuring specialties from all parts of the world. 3,495
baht net per person Children (Under 12 years) half price. For reservations
please contact guest relations at 038 428 161.
At the Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya, the Christmas Eve
Buffet Dinner menu includes live oysters, pan seared tuna with
wasabi crab cake, spicy mango salsa, cake, and more… Free flow of house
pouring spirits, red &white wines, draught beer and soft drinks. Don’t
miss the dynamic strolling band, ‘4Play’ rocking Santa Claus and carol
singers from Pattaya Orphanage bringing a joyful atmosphere @ Starz Diner from
6 p.m. for only 2,600 baht net per person (half price for children under 12
years old). For more information and reservations, please call tel. 038
428755-9, fax:038 421673, email: [email protected], :
www.hardrockhotels.net
The Scandinavian Village invites everyone for a traditional
Scandinavian Christmas Eve dinner starting at 6 p.m. with Gl๖gg
(traditional hot Christmas cocktail), live music by Goran Ristop, a Swedish
Christmas buffet and a full night of entertainment for 800 baht. For
reservations contact the Scandinavian Village in Bangsaen on 038 399 100 or
email [email protected] or visit www.scandinavianvillage.com
Hans at the Paradise Restaurant is offering guests
special Christmas and New Year menus featuring three appetizers, two soups,
five main dishes and two desserts to choose from. There is something for
everyone’s taste. The Christmas menu is served on Christmas Eve and all day
on Dec. 25 from noon till closing for only 850 baht. New Year’s Eve menu is
990 baht. Reservations highly recommended. Located opposite the Royal Garden
Plaza and Marriott Resort, 215/62-63 on 2nd Road. For more information please
call 038 723 177.
Clubs
The Pattaya International Ladies Club will hold
their coffee morning on Tuesday, December 21 at the Royal Varuna Yacht
Club from 10.30 a.m. to noon. Call 038 290 for details.
Dining
New in Patrick’s Belgian Restaurant, as the
end of the year appetizer, fresh Frog Legs fried in garlic
butter, flamb้ with brandy topped with a creamy white wine sauce and
crispy French bread for 150 baht. Give it a try! Patrick’s Belgian
Restaurant-Cafe, 216/51-52, Moo 10, off 2nd Rd. tel/fax: 0 38 720 300,
website: http://www.patricksrestopattaya.com
Mata Hari offers new fresh air freighted produce
from France. This week: langoustines, sardines, fine de claire oysters and
quails. Bookings are now taken for Christmas and New Years Eve; they will be
closed as usual every Monday. Mata Hari Restaurant, Pattaya Second Road. Call
038 420 939 for reservations or visit: www.mataharirestaurant.com
Steak Promotion at Henry J. Bean’s Restaurant.
Enjoy a huge selection of imported, sizzling hot and juicy steaks during the
whole month of December, only at Hank’s! For info contact guest relations at
038 428 161.
Season promotion at The Raj Indian Cuisine. Every
day from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., vegetarian lunch set 199 baht, non-vegetarian set
299 baht and Australian wine promotion 999 baht. Something for everyone. For
reservations or free pick up service, call Mr. Raj on 09 048 9821 or 038 415
424.
Amari Orchid Resort, Pattaya hosts an Italian evening
in their lush tropical gardens for their Pizza and Pasta
Festival. Home-style cooking. Enjoy the antipasto or create your own pasta
dish. A full dessert buffet is also available and the house band entertains
all night long. Fridays from 7 p.m. for 330 baht ++ per person. For info
contact guest relations at 038 428 161.
Enjoy tropical elegance at the breezy Royal Wing &
Spa’s picturesque beachfront and a culinary marvel of freshly tossed
garden greens, flamed succulent skewers and mouth-watering desserts, whilst
strolling musician serenades diners throughout the evening. The Seaside
Wine & Grill Night is available Fridays from 7 p.m. to 10.30
p.m. for only 950 baht ++ per adult and 595 baht ++ per child aged 4-12.
Reservations recommended at Royal Cliff Beach Resort, call 038 250421 ext.
2581.
Casa Pascal invites you to Sunday Brunch Buffet,
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. One glass of house champagne free. Menu: lobster, crab,
prawn, smoked salmon & other seafood, imported cheese, cold appetizers,
salad buffet. Adults: 550 ++ /children under 12: 350 ++. For reservations
please call 038-723-660 or 01-983-4182 (Kim).
Shenanigans special menus: Monday Night -
soup or salad, followed by fried red snapper, sweet corn, garden peas &
salad 199 baht. Tuesday Chop Night - homemade soup, followed by a Shenanigans
pork chop with braised cabbage & mashed potato 150 baht. Wednesday Night
Stake Out - homemade soup or salad, a 400 gram. T-bone steak, pile of
french-fries, salad, & grilled tomato 195 baht. Thursday Pasta Night or
Curry Night - A pasta buffet or curry buffet on alternate Thursdays.
All-U-Can-Eat 250 baht. Friday Bangers Fry Up - a bursting carvery with 8
different sorts of a sausages, cooked to order with accompanying vegetables,
soup & salads. All-U-Can-Eat 255 baht. Saturday & Sunday the famous
Shenanigans carvery 395 baht. Shenanigans Pattaya, Pattaya Second Road, in
front of the Marriott Resort & Spa.
Entertainment
The Queen Victoria Inn from Friday to Tuesday are
showing the Castle Lager Test Cricket South Africa vs. England 1st Test days 1
to 5, the fun starts at 3 p.m. every afternoon and is of course Live!
Saturday and Sunday also sees a full line up of Football and great food at the
Queen Victoria Inn, Soi Yodsak (6).
Have to be seen to believe! The Pine Wing Suites,
brand new high class hotel-suites for just 950 baht. Special for everybody who
might be interested: The 1st of every month is Payday-Party! From
5 p.m. to 9 p.m. 2 drinks at the price of 1. Just drop by! Pinewood Condo,
Pattaya Second Road, opp. The Market Pattaya. For Info: Tel: 038 362 273-5 or
01 340 1177.
Visit the Beefeater Steak House & Pub, now open
at Central Shopping Arcade, next to Soi Diana Inn Pattaya 2nd Road. For more
info call 038 720 926.
Learn to dance the real salsa at the Moon River Pub
& Restaurant. A professional Latin dance teacher will easily teach you
steps and moves every Friday evening from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. From beginners
to advanced dancers, all are most welcome to join each lesson for only 250
baht net per hour including one soft drink. Exotic and delicious cocktails and
other drinks will be served at special discounted Happy Hour prices. Always a
fun night out at the Moon River Pub, Thai Garden Resort, North Pattaya Road.
Events
The Art Café Pattaya is proud to
announce their new art exhibition featuring water color paintings by Chaiyo.
The exhibition runs until December 27. This art exhibition will be open daily
from 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. For dinner reservations and information contact Jo
Stetten, Art Café Pattaya Phone: 0-3836 7652, 01832 6031 or email:
jo@artcafe-thailand. com or web: www.artcafe-thailand.com
Promotions
Door 2 Door is once again offering a special double
promotion from the Art Cafe, at the bottom of Soi 16 Naklua. Receive a free
soup of the day with each main dish ordered and receive a 10% discount off all
orders. To receive your free Door 2 Door Menu (2005 Edition), simply call 038
720 222 and one of their friendly drivers will deliver a copy to you. Or visit
them on www.door2doorpattaya.com
Back again! At Kalae Art & Décor Pattaya,
the Vietnamese Festival, until December 26, lacquer ware bright colors,
handcrafted decorations, smooth silk & unique objects on Special Offer,
don’t miss it. See you at Kalae Pattaya corner of North Pattaya and
Sukhumvit Road, for details please call 038 413 551 or email: [email protected]
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