Announcements

The Charity Club of Pattaya’s Clothing Appeal: In preparation of the cold weather hitting the north of Thailand, the Charity Club of Pattaya will be collecting clothing, shoes and blankets for the people and children of Esarn. Please make sure your donation is bagged and clean. You can leave your donation at the Queen Victoria Inn, Soi 6 or you can contact Malcolm on 089 744 1040 or Christina on 089 545 4185. If you would like to be kept informed about our forthcoming Gala Dinner or any other club events please leave your contact details in the bag or contact us via email [email protected]

Clubs &
Associations

The next meeting of Pattaya City Expats Club (PCEC) will be on Sunday, October 7. The Club meets every Sunday morning at Henry J. Bean’s Restaurant on the north end of Beach Road in the grounds of the Amari Orchid Resort. The program starts as usual at 10:30 a.m. with a buffet breakfast available from 9:30 to 11 a.m. This week the PCEC welcomes Gav Valentine, an Australian TV producer. Gav will be introducing his new Saturday evening local interest program to be shown on Sophon TV. The program is being designed to include many different aspects of life in and around Pattaya. Gav will also be seeking ideas and help with the content, especially to show a more positive light on expat life in Pattaya. This will be followed by the ever lively Open Forum and update on happenings in and around Pattaya. A full report appears each week in Pattaya Mail. For more information about the Sunday meeting and the numerous other weekday activities of the PCEC, see the Club’s website at www. pattayacityexpatsclub.com and learn more about the many and varied activities to which everyone is welcome.

For the past 28 years the Samaritans of Thailand have been providing confidential crisis intervention services over the telephone. The English-speaking unit, Samaritans English Help Line operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide support to the expatriate community. English-speaking staff, trained in crisis intervention will provide active, non-judgemental and empathetic listening services on the phone. All calls will be handled on an anonymous basis and are free of charge. Please call (02) 713-6791 (24hrs a day, 7 days a week).

The Royal British Legion, Chonburi Thailand branch is now up and running at Tropical Bert’s. You do not have to have served in H.M. armed services to join as long as you support the principles of the Legion you are more than welcome. All members receive a 15% discount every day at the bar and we have a get together every Sunday lunch (free food). Future trips are Burma, Remembrance Day at the British Embassy and perhaps a day on the ranges. Contact Bert 089 8072335 or call in to Tropical Bert’s 2nd Road Opp Bangkok Bank.

Rotary Club Pattaya Marina meets every Friday at 7pm at the Balcony Restaurant (Pattaya North Rd). For further information call President Nicolas Demet on 081 983 4082.

Chess Club players meet every day at "Margarita Madness" by Soi 10, Jomtien Beach Road, directly across from the Sea Breeze Hotel. Everyone welcome. Call 087 008 9951 for details.

The Dutch Expat Club meets the last Thursday of every month at Chateau Dale on Thappraya Road at 6pm. For full details please check out the website at www.nederland severenigingpattaya.org or email [email protected]. New members are always welcome.

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings in Pattaya: The Pattaya Group meets Monday & Thursday at noon; Monday, Tuesday & Friday at 5pm and Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday at 7:30pm at the Satree Pattana Center, Soi Skaw Beach (2nd Rd): Contact Jim on 087 927 0437. The Good Morning Pattaya Group meets every morning 9am at the Highlander Guest House, Soi Skaw Beach: Contact Mike 081 741 3166. The Jomtien Group meets everyday at noon at Jomtien Long Stay Hotel: Contact: Jerry 086 141 7748.

Dining

New and only at Moon River Pub! The After Work Club, Sunday through Thursday, 7 pm 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: 1,000 baht each. The Moon River Pub is located in front of the Thai Garden Resort, North Pattaya Road.

Amor Restaurant, serving fine food in Pattaya for over 13 years, offers a daily special set menu throughout the week. The specials are a follows: Mondays, American meatloaf; Tuesdays, baked ham; Wednesdays, roast fillet of beef; Thursdays, roast chicken; Fridays, country beef stew; Saturdays, roast leg of lamb; Sundays, roast loin of pork. These specials are offered as either a three-course set menu or a two course set menu, for those with a smaller appetite. Amor also offers an extensive a-la-carte menu with over 200 Western and Thai dishes as well as a large selection of great home made desserts. For the health conscious Amor has many low cholesterol dishes, sugar free gelato ice cream and a home made sugar free fruit pie. They also have brown rice and whole-wheat pasta available! Visit www.amorrestaurant.com, tel. 038-710-680 (open 5pm to midnight).

October Mushroom Madness at Mantra: They’re wild and untamable - get wild mushroom fever this October at Mantra! Titillate your taste buds with the luscious flavours of this versatile ingredient. In a variety of shapes, textures, colours and flavours, you’ll be wild about the marvellous mushroom madness happening in Super Chef Supachai’s kitchen! For more information on Mantra Restaurant & Bar please contact +66 (0) 3842 9591 or email [email protected] and visit www.mantra-pattaya.com

Come enjoy Casa Pascal Restaurant’s gourmet set menu: Entrees: rainbow trout in carpione poached and marinated with sherry vinegar and hazelnut oil, rocket lettuce and fennel shavings, cream of artichoke soup with roasted almonds, pan-fried goose liver on figs compote and port wine reduction, passion fruit sherbet; Main course: grilled Alaska scallops on eggplant and capsicum tian in saffron essence or chicken ballotine stuffed with potted apples and truffles on mushroom polenta cake; Dessert: chestnut mousse and assorted fresh forest berries on Kiwi jelly or selection of premium imported cheese. Food only 1,450 baht net, menu with unlimited beverages 2,900 baht net. For reservation (038) 723 660, fax (038) 723 659, e-mail: [email protected] or for more information: www.restaurant-pattaya.com. Open Daily 11:00~23:00 / Sunday brunch buffet every Sunday 10:00~15:00.

Sheraton Pattaya Resort unveils the "Origins of Asian Tapas". Chef Matthew Woolford has introduced his special Asian tapas menu, which is made up of tasting portions of various Asian favourites. Discover items such as grilled Wagyu beef strips with cashew nut satay, scallop and Nashi pear tempura and slow cooked salmon with cabbage kim chi or you can try the "Tasting Bento Box" which features a selection of dishes perfect to compliment a glass of wine or cocktail, relax and let your senses unwind. Available Monday to Saturday from 18:00-22:30 hours. For more information or reservations, please call 038 259 888.

Fine dining at the Dusit Resort, Pattaya: Enjoy Crab claw creations at The Peak Chinese Restaurant. Plump and juicy crab claw dishes flavoured and prepared to perfection by The Peak’s Chinese chef takes center stage in The Peak’s a la carte menu this month. Enjoy mouthwatering selections as deep-fried steamed crab claw with minced shrimp wrapped in spring rolls, sautéed crab claw with yellow curry powder, sautéed crab claw with black pepper, and deep-fried breaded crab legs. The Peak is open every day for a la carte dining, 11:30 am - 2:30 pm for lunch and 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm for dinner. For reservations, please call 0 3842 5611-7 ext. 2276. Enjoy the timeless pleasure of combining great food with great wines at The Bay Il Ristorante Italiano: True Italian connoisseurs will have a feast for the senses with sumptuous Italian dishes: Pork tenderloin with black olive sauce and sautéed radicchio served with one glass of Nerello Mascakese, Boccanttvo-Sicily; rack of lamb with lentils, eggplants puree and lamb gravy sauce served with one glass of Rossa Passo-Lenotti-Veneto; snow fish with pan-fried leek and saffron sauce served with one glass of Chardonnay del Veneto Peruch; and pan-fried tuna fish with green peas, zucchini stuffed with ricotta cheese and white pepper sauce served with one glass of Garganega delle Vene Zie. The Bay’s wine menu is available a la carte for lunch and dinner except Wednesday and Saturday nights. Open every day from 11:00 am to 10:00 pm. For reservations, please call 0 3842 5611-7 ext. 2270.

Shenanigans Irish Pub is now open at its new location on the first floor of the new, upscale ‘The Avenue’ shopping mall, Pattaya 2nd Road, Opp. Soi Post Office. For details of all upcoming events and dining choices check the Web site at www.shenanigans-pattaya.com or email: shenang@ptty2. loxinfo.co.th

Jameson’s Irish Pub has introduced a new Wednesday three-course ‘Quick Service’ special for 185 baht: Home made soup, mixed salad, or mussels ‘vinai’ (cooked in their shells with butter, garlic & herbs). Steak and mushroom pie (cooked in a beer sauce) with crisp french-fries followed by dessert - a choice of two items, depending upon the chef’s mood! This new three-course Wednesday special is served from 12 Noon till 11pm. Other daily specials include on Monday: fillet steak special 185 baht; Tuesday: breast of poached chicken with white wine sauce 185 baht; Thursdays is kebab special night 185 baht; Friday is fish and chips 185 baht. All the specials are served with starter & dessert (except on Thursday). Start from 12 noon until 11 p.m. As always Jameson’s serves its all day and night carvery at the weekends, as much as you can eat for 350 baht. Saturday 5 pm - 11 pm and Sunday 1 pm - 11 pm. Cider on draft is back as well as bottled Newcastle Brown Ale. Jameson’s Irish Pub, 80/164 Soi Sukrudee (Soi AR), Pattaya, Tel. 038-361-873-4, email info @jamesons-pattaya.com

Poseidon Restaurant in Jomtien Complex now serves the best breakfast deal in town! Every day from 8am till 11pm: Along with Poseidon’s brunch set menu at 250 baht, Poseidon’s also serves American breakfasts at 180 baht featuring choice of juice, seasonal fruits plate, croissant & toast, butter, jam and honey, cereals and yogurt, choice of 2 eggs, bacon, ham or sausage, pot of freshly brewed coffee, pot of fresh milk. There are much more breakfast items which can be served individually, as well Thai dishes. Poseidon Restaurant, Jomtien Complex, 038 303 300, www. restaurant-pattaya.com

Enjoy "The Chocolate Room" at the Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa. Beni’s Brunch on Sundays is proud to introduce the Brunch Chocolate Room as part of the long and lazy Sunday Brunch at Benihana. Beni’s brunch on Sundays features simply the best of show cooking, abundant cuisine, selections that capture simplicity, purity and freshness of regional foods, plus smooth live jazz from the resident band. Selected beverages plus half a bottle of wine per person are included in the brunch package. Price: 1,100++ baht includes selected beverages. Every Sunday from 11.00 - 14.00 hrs. Location: Royal Garden Plaza, 2nd Floor. For more information and reservations, call 038 412 120 ext. 1395.

Café New Orleans, a culinary landmark for over 9 years on eclectic Pattayaland Soi 2, has expanded its Fiesta Filipina menu and added an additional special menu including imported black Angus tenderloin steak, succulent lamb tenderloin, scallops, assorted dinner crepes and chocolate soufflé for dessert. You can order anything from the famous rack of baby back ribs and imported steaks to special gourmet entrées, side dishes and deserts. Chefs coming from some of the top restaurants in Manila prepare delicious Filipino dishes to suit all tastes. For more information or to make a reservation call 038 710 805, fax 038 710 784.

The Queen Victoria Inn’s Sundays just get better and better! Not only can you tuck into the Sunday carvery, 3 courses for 320 baht, but you can also be entertained by The Copy Cats band live from 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. Come and have a great Sunday at the Queen Victoria Inn Soi 6, tel. 038 425 418.

For great tasting Thai food pop along to the Salt and Pepper Restaurant next door to the Flamingo Hotel behind Tuk-Com City on South Pattaya Road (opens Mondays to Saturday from 9 a.m. till 10 p.m.). You will see a new exhibition by Pattaya Mail’s cartoonist M.J.B. which you can buy (every baht goes to the Pattaya Orphanage), plus each person who eats a meal and tells the management they have read about this restaurant in the Pattaya Mail can pick up one cheeky cartoon postcard free of charge.

Theme buffet evenings at the Montien Hotel, Pattaya: Wednesdays - La Mer Restaurant, Mediterranean buffet dinner 6.30 p.m. - 10 p.m., adults 595++ baht / children 325++ baht. Friday - Verandah Coffee Shop, BBQ & seafood buffet dinner 6 p.m. - 10 p.m., adults 695++ baht / children 375++ baht. Saturday - Verandah Coffee Shop, international buffet dinner 6 p.m. - 10 p.m., adults 595++ baht / children 325++ baht. Bring your family and friends. Sit back, relax and enjoy. For reservations please call 038-428155 ext 1620, 1621, e-mail [email protected]

Eat to the Beat at Starz Diner, Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya continues to satisfy choosy diners with the freshest seafood cooked to your liking, international specialities, Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya’s award-winning dishes with free-flow of wines, beer and soft drinks. A whole spit-roasted pig is available every Saturday in addition to the wide selection of sumptuous dishes on the buffet. Eat to the Beat is available Sunday to Friday from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at 620++ baht per person and on Saturdays from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. at 720++ baht per person.

The Kilkenny Irish Pub and Restaurant is situated in the heart of Pattaya’s vibrant nightlife on Walking Street. Kilkenny’s new menu features weekend roasts and new daily specials such as Monday curry night. Kilkenny’s home made meat pies are proving very popular at just 79 baht as is Kilkenny’s pub breakfast, only 99 baht before 2 p.m. Kilkenny’s Ocean View terrace is ideal for private functions or for a quiet drink and meal. Home to Pattaya’s longest happy hours, Kilkenny’s has great cheap drink specials every day. For locals, even better savings are available by applying for Kilkenny’s privilege card. Contact via www.kilkennypubpattaya.com

No. 43, Italian Bistro, Kanary Bay Rayong presents a special international lunch buffet every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday from 11.30 - 14.00: Only 220++ baht per person, children 50% discount & a special Italian buffet dinner every Wednesday from 18.00 - 22.00: Only 370++ baht per person, children 50% discount. For info & reservations please call 038-804 844.

Aisawan Resort & Spa, Pattaya presents a "Wine Buffet" promotion. Enjoy a selection of 3 white wines and 3 red wines from South Africa. Come and enjoy every day from 7-10 p.m. Drink a limitless amount for only 800 ++ baht per person including cheese plate. This promotion is available now at Bay Leaf Restaurant, Aisawan Resort & Spa. Tel. 038 411 940-8.

Greg’s Kitchen on 2nd Road, opposite Soi 6, continues to satisfy customers with top quality food. Their popular light lunch menu is great value for money at 199 baht. Give Greg’s a try - you won’t be disappointed. Call 081 254 3624.

Entertainment

For the cheapest Draught Beer in the most beautiful surroundings, you need look no further than the luxurious Jameson’s Pub where from 4.30 p.m. until 7.00 p.m. you can relax in leather bound sofas and chairs, with Tiger and Heineken draught beers at an incredible 45 baht for a half pint, and just 80 baht a full pint. Jameson’s Irish Pub, 80/164 Soi Sukrudee (Soi AR), Pattaya, Tel. 038-361-873-4, email info @jamesons-pattaya.com

Salsa Amante Dance Studio holds a dance workshop from 8 till 9 pm every Friday followed by free dancing in the studio from 9 pm till 1 am. Every Sunday is "salsa matinee" featuring free dancing to South American music from 4 till 10 pm: For information about dance events check www. salsaamante.com or call 038-73 69 82: Salsa Amante Dance Studio, 268/5 Soi Photisarn, Naklua, Pattaya North.

Oliver Twist Ladies Night: Louise (O.T.’s expat manageress) offers the fairer sex a haven from Pattaya’s sports lounges and go-go bars! Every Wednesday is Ladies Night, complete with special cocktail promotions. Meet with friends and colleagues in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere: Oliver Twists Old English Pub, Central Road (opp. Nova Lodge Hotel). For further information please contact Oliver Twist Bar on 038 429 262 or Louise on 086 909 9202.

Events

The Pattaya Gay Festival (PGF) is holding a charity Gala Dinner at Casa Pascal Restaurant on Sunday October 7 at 20:00 hrs. It promises to be a fabulous night with an exciting 4-course menu, chit chat with a lot of interesting people and of course a lucky draw with many nice prices. For reservations please contact Casa Pascal at +66 038 723 660 or 081 983 41 82 (Kim) or [email protected]

The Pattaya International Ladies Club is holding its Annual Holiday Charity Bazaar at the Royal Cliff Hotel on Saturday, October 6 from 10am. This year is set to be bigger and better than ever and PILC would like to thank the many businesses and individuals who have kindly donated this year’s raffle prizes. Raffle tickets are on sale from PILC members or please contact Cindy Logue, special events chairperson 086-0397811.

The New Zealand-Thai Chamber of Commerce is holding its 2nd Eastern Seaboard Networking Event, on Friday October 5. The venue is the Sheraton Pattaya Resort, "Latitude" (beachfront) and the time is from 6.30 pm to 8.30 pm. Cost: NZTCC members - baht 200; non-members (pre-registered) - baht 300; non-members (walk-in) - baht 500. Includes, free flow beer, NZ wine and delicious food along with great Kiwi company. Call 02 634 3004 for further details.

Art Exhibitions at Gallery Opium: Featured artists both international and from Thailand are on display at Gallery Opium, 315/26 Thepprasit Road, Pattaya - contact Alan Kirkland-Roath, gallery director on 038 303 040 (gallery), 0850 847 947 (English) and at the Sheraton Pattaya, 437 Pratamnak Road, tel. 038 259 888 Pathira Nakngam Riley, marketing communications manager.

Liam’s Gallery, Pattaya Art Centre is showing paintings from Thai and international artists. Open House with wine and snacks is every Friday between 6:30-8:00pm: Liam’s Gallery, 352/107 Soi 4, Pratamnak, Pattaya, Tel. 038 251 808.

Promotions

Door 2 Door’s October double promotion from Ahaar Indian Restaurant, Soi Post Office, 2nd Road: receive a free onion bahji with all food orders over 850 baht plus also receive a 10% discount from Delifrance, Royal Garden Plaza. To receive your free Door 2 Door Menu (2007 Edition) simply call 038 720 222 and a friendly driver will deliver a free copy to you, or visit www. door2doorpattaya.com

Hard Rock Cafe Pattaya Party Pack - Fab Four! - Choose four dishes from Hard Rock’s six-pack offering. Party pack includes 1 jug of Singha beer and 1 jug of soft drink plus 1 classic Hard Rock Cafe Pattaya tee shirt and a complimentary photo at only THB 1,600 net. For more information & reservations please call 038 426 635.

The Kilkenny privilege card has arrived for the local punter. The cardholder will be entitled to Guinness & Kilkenny pints 165b & local bottled beer 79b all day every day. Sign up by emailing Stewart at Kilkenny’s website www.kilkennypubpattaya.com or drop into Kilkenny’s on Walking Street.