Announcements

The Fountain of Life Woman’s Center needs Help! If you would be interested in teaching English at the FOL Women’s Center in Naklua for a couple of hours in the afternoons, please call Kathleen on 086 153 1545. The teaching requires no Thai knowledge and those interested can accompany Kathleen on Mondays to her class to see what is involved.

Myanmar Cyclone Appeal: The former PILC president Rosanne Diamente is now a woman with a mission: She is arranging help for the people in the Burma cyclone area. She needs clothes and money. If you are willing to help please contact her at 081 865 0714.

Clubs & Associations

The next meeting of Pattaya City Expats Club (PCEC) will be on Sunday, June 15. 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., everyone welcome. This week the PCEC welcomes a medical and healthcare specialist from Bangkok Hospital Pattaya. This will be followed by the ever-lively Open Forum and an update on the happenings in and around Pattaya. A full report appears each week in Pattaya Mail. Check out www.pattaya cityexpatsclub.com for more information.

This month’s PILC Coffee Morning will take place on Tuesday, June 17 at Shenanigan’s at The Avenue on Second Road. Start 10.30am. All ladies are welcome, and no reservation is required! There will also be a visit to the Garunyawet Ladies Home on Thursday June 26: Sign up sheet will be at coffee morning. Contact Ingrid on 087 063 1807 for details.

The Pattaya Irish Society meets every Wednesday at 8 p.m. at Moonrakers in Pong. Call John on 086 112 0988 for details.

Rotary Club of Jomtien-Pattaya welcomes you to their Wednesday meetings in the Rotary room Royal Cliff Grand Hotel: Time 18.30 for 19.00. Contact Lloyd Jones (Membership) 0878043943.

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-judgmental 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 Thailand is now firmly established at Tropical Bert’s 2nd Road next to Soi 6/1. We are now approaching 70 members, why don’t you become No 70. Served in H.M. Armed Forces? Or even if you have not, as long as you support the principles of the Legion you are welcome to join. Contact Bert 089 8072335 or call in to Tropical Bert’s 2nd Road Opp Bangkok Bank.

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

The Dutch Expat Club meets the last Thursday of every month at Chateau Dale on Thappraya Road at 6 p.m. For full details please check out the website at www.nederlandseverenig ingpattaya.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 7:30 p.m. 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

"Beef it up" in June at the Cascade Restaurant: Delight your palate with a choice of sirloin steak, rib-eye, T-bone, beef rump or tenderloin steak, slathered with your favorite onion sauce, meat gravy, herb butter, béarnaise and so much more! Cascade’s grill chef will also prepare a selection of vitamin-enriched salads and, for carb lovers, an extensive menu featuring baked potato with herb sour cream, potato skin with jalapeno cheese and bacon, Idaho mash potatoes and many more! Come and experience superb dining in a cosy ambience complemented by the restaurant’s tranquil setting of a cascading waterfall. The Cascade Restaurant is located near the main lobby of Dusit Thani Pattaya, open everyday for buffet lunch and dinner. For more information and reservations, please call +66 (0) 3842 5611-7 ext. 2153.

The Peak Restaurant for Dim Sum lovers: Throughout June, award-winning Chef Chi Tak Lai promises a delightful time for all dim sum lovers! Savor delectable dim sum from a vast and delicately prepared dim sum buffet and eat till your heart’s content! You can also enjoy Chinese tea servings and fresh fruits for dessert. It’s time to take your love for dim sum to a much higher level! Drop by for a satisfying lunch, Monday-Saturday and make the most of your Peak moments. The Peak is definitely the ideal place for the most authentic Chinese cuisine and a sophisticated setting overlooking Pattaya Bay. The Peak Chinese Restaurant is located on the 9th floor of Dusit Thani Pattaya: Open from 11:30 a.m. – 02:30 p.m. and 06:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. For reservations, please call +66 (0) 3842 5612-7 ext. 2276.

It’s "Venison month" at Mantra Restaurant & Bar: Throughout June a variety of delicious venison creations from Superchef Supachai await to be savoured, including smoked venison salad, satays, stew, tikka, chops, medallions, in sauces, spices and sumptuous dressings, and a whole lot more. Mantra Restaurant & Bar is situated at the Amari Resort & Tower on Pattaya Beach Road. Open 5pm - 1am daily. Call 038 429 591 or email: email@ mantra-pattaya.com for reservations.

Jomtien Boathouse is introducing a new Elvis live act every Monday evening at 9 p.m. The talented Elvis Arthur will entertain you while dining under the stars on a great beachfront location on Jomtien Beach at the corner of Jomtien Soi 8. The menu contains great steaks, seafood, European and Thai cuisine and one of the best tasting Irish coffees in town. For reservations call: 038 756143.

Come by The Bay at Dusit Thani Pattaya for a marvelous Italian dining experience! All dishes are prepared with an authentic Italian culinary flair using only the freshest ingredients! Dine in or alfresco with the breathtaking view of Pattaya Bay. The Bay Italian Restaurant is located on the 3rd floor of Dusit Thani Pattaya. Open every day for lunch from 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., dinner from 6:30-10 p.m. For more information and reservations, please call 0 3842 5611-7 ext 2270.

Have a Ball at Amor this summer! Enjoy this special three-course menu from now until September 30, 2008 at the fantastic price of only baht 290+. The menu includes cream of tomato, cream of pumpkin or country vegetable soup or a mixed salad, Richard’s famous meatball curry with home made mango chutney and rice or spaghetti and meatballs with freshly grated parmesan, and for dessert a scoop of vanilla, chocolate or strawberry ice cream. (Early bird discount not applicable). Also don’t forget the summer early bird promotion, also running till September 30, 2008. We are offering a special 20% discount on all food and drink (excluding wines) from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. (for dine in only: cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion). So come and join us this summer for more delicious Amor food. For more information tel: 038-710-680, email: richard@ amor estaurant.com, www. amorrestaurant.com, open 5pm to midnight, daily.

Siam Bayshore Resort & Spa’s Bali Hai by the Sea offers a daily seafood BBQ buffet with delicacies from the sea and other local and international specialties in impressive surroundings. Sit under the stars with your loved one and enjoy the view over the Gulf of Siam and the lights of Pattaya while enjoying freshly prepared food items. Call 038 428-678-81 for details.

Poseidon Restaurant & Casa Pascal Restaurant are both now offering new daily set lunch menus. Choose from a wide range of appetizers, soups, mains & desserts, and build your own 2 to 4 course set menu. The price is very attractive 350 baht for 2 courses / 490 baht for 4 courses. The a la carte menu is also available. Don’t forget the free car wash during lunch from 11.00 - 14.00 at Casa Pascal. Call (038) 723 660 for more information.

Essence Restaurant at the Amari Resort and Tower invites you to an Italian dining evening in the unique setting of the poolside terrace. The resident chef has created a wonderful buffet of authentic Italian home style cooking. Enjoy a wide range of antipasto or create your own pasta dish and delight in a full mouthwatering dessert buffet. Every Friday from 18:00 - 22:00: Only 590 baht++ per person. For reservations and more info, call 038 418-418 or email: orchid@amari .com, Website: www.amari .com/orchid

Come enjoy Casa Pascal Restaurant’s gourmet set menu. Entrees: Carpaccio of fresh salmon, tuna & scallops on hazelnut butter & lime dressing, potato cream soup with stuffed morel mushrooms, seafood raviolo and dill scented tomato tatar on spinach sauce, mango sherbet with Absolute vodka. Main course: filet of young marble shark with olive oil, capers, tomatoes and onions or roasted pigeon with braised cabbage & celery roll in red wine sauce. Dessert: chocolate mousse in crispy cup with passion fruit coulis or selection of premium international cheese, coffee or tea, Calvados, Grappa, Remy Martin, Williams. Food only 1,450 baht net or menu with unlimited beverages 2,900 baht net. Open daily 11:00 - 23.00. For reservation (038) 723 660 fax (038) 723 659, e-mail: [email protected]. For more information: www. restaurant-pattaya.com

Amazing Saturday Brunch at More Bar & Grill: A full range of an all-you-can-eat international flavor brunch buffet. The highlights include seafood, creamy pastas, freshly-made Japanese sushi, carvery and a huge variety of desserts. Inclusive is one bottle of finely selected premium bubbling sparkling wine, which you can enjoy in a beautiful and modern ambience. The price is only baht 990++ inclusive of one bottle of sparkling wine, from 11 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. The More Bar & Grill is located on Pattaya 2nd Road at the front of the Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa, next to the Royal Garden shopping plaza. For more information call (66) 38 412 120.

Theme buffet evenings at the Montien Hotel, Pattaya: Wednesdays - La Mer Restaurant, Mediterranean buffet dinner 6.30 p.m. - 10 p.m., adults 650++ baht / children 350++ baht; Friday - Verandah Coffee Shop, BBQ & seafood buffet dinner 6 p.m. - 10 p.m., adults 750++ baht / children 400++ baht; Saturday - Verandah Coffee Shop, international buffet dinner 6 p.m. - 10 p.m., adults 650++ baht / children 350++ baht. Pamper yourself with the exceptional variety of all-you-eat favourites, dazzlingly laid out for an evening of leisurely dining. Bring you family and friends. Sit back, relax and enjoy. For reservations please call 038-428155, 361340 ext 1620, 1621 or e-mail: Pattaya@ montien.com

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.

Jameson’s Irish Pub’s Wednesday three-course ‘Quick Service’ special for 195 baht continues: 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 for 195 baht include on Monday: fillet steak special; Tuesday: chicken cordon bleu, chicken breast stuffed with ham & cheese served with chips, vegetables, & gravy sauce; Thursday: lasagna with meat sauce & white sauce covered with cheddar cheese & parmesan cheese served with mixed salad. All the specials are served with starter & dessert. 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; soup & salad bar 175 baht. Saturday 5 pm - 11 pm and Sunday 1 pm - 11 pm. Cider on draft is back as well as bottled Newcastle Brown Ale. Tel. 038-361-873-4, email [email protected]

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.

Entertainment

Elvis night at Captain’s Corner is changing from Wednesday to Saturday and Sunday. The Captain’s Corner is now introducing the talented Elvis Arthur every Saturday and Sunday evening at 9 p.m. to continue the popular "Elvis live on stage" tradition. Come and enjoy the best Bar-B-Q in town at the Captain’s Corner and sing along to your favorite Elvis song. For reservations and free pick up service call: 038 364314. The Captain’s Corner BBQ restaurant is located at the Residence Suites, Thappraya Road on the way to Jomtien.

The Bristol Music Bar on Jomtien Beach Road, Soi 6, hosts a live jammin’ session every Sunday from 7.30 p.m. onwards. Everyone is invited to come along and play an instrument or sing in order to raise funds for the Camillian Centre in Rayong. Even if you don’t play or sing, just come down and enjoy the good music. Call 087-6108700 for further details.

Steps & Rhythm Dance Academy holds regular social dancing parties on Saturdays and monthly workshops in Salsa, Latin and Standard Ballroom on Weekdays. Come and let the Academy’s dance instructors lead you on the dance floor! The next scheduled party is on Saturday, June 14 from 8:30pm till late. The entrance fee is 300 baht and it includes one complementary drink of your choice. Book your ticket in advance and pay 250 baht only! Prior reservations essential! Please call Stephanie Moorhouse on 089 544 4842 for further information.

Enjoy live, world-class music at the Jazz Pit Pub on Soi 5, Second Road, every night except Tuesdays. On Monday nights international artists get together for jam sessions, so if you play an instrument or just love the sound of jazz, come and join in the fun in this classy and cozy atmosphere.

Events

The Charity Club of Pattaya will be celebrating its 4th birthday at the Jomtien Boathouse on Monday June 30 at 7.30 p.m. Food and drinks will be on a pay your own way basis. The Boathouse will present beer and standard drinks at the special price of 65 baht a glass. All welcome. Please contact charityclubofpattaya@ya hoo.com or Malcolm on 089 744 1040 or Christina on 089 545 4185. A charity auction will be held on the night, with the proceeds going towards the re-building of a school in Yasothon.

Gallery Opium exhibits work by both international and Thai artists and all the paintings on display are for sale. Gallery Opium, 315/26 Thepprasit Road, Pattaya - contact Alan Kirkland-Roath, gallery director on 038 303 040 (Gallery), 0850 847 947 (English) and also at the Sheraton Pattaya, 437 Pratamnak Road. Contact: Pathira Nakngam Riley, marketing communications manager, tel. 038 259 888.

Promotions

Door 2 Door is once again offering a special double promotion from The Sportsman Pub & Restaurant, Soi 13, Beach Road, receive a free serving of chicken tenders or spring rolls with all food orders over 750 baht, plus also receive a 10% discount from the Seafood Emporium, Jomtien Soi 5, Jomtien. To receive your free Door 2 Door menu (2008 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

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 T-shirt and a complimentary photo at only THB 1,800 net. For more information & reservations please call 038 426 635.

Early chillers specials at the –5 Supper Club: Throughout June enjoy a free cocktail, beer or house wine with every tapas order from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. On Tuesday’s buy 1 get same free from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.; Wednesday’s get 50% off Ice Bar access with every 3 or 4 course dinner ordered; Thursday is Ladies Night, Buy 1 get one free (you call it) until midnight; Friday purchase any bottle of 42 Below vodka and get free mixers. For more info call 038 489 488 or visit www.minus5pattaya.com