Announcements

This year the annual Vegetarian Festival will be held from September 28 until October 8. Supported by Pattaya City the festival will take place at the Sawang Boriboon Thamasathan Foundation Naklua. The opening ceremony will be on September 28, starting at exactly 12:19 p.m. with a parade from Bali Hai Pier to the Sawang Boriboon Thamasathan Foundation in Naklua.  Dragon and lion dance show at Mike Shopping Mall along the parade route.  The main event then takes place, with English and Thai commentary, in Naklua after the parade.

The Pattaya International Ladies Club (PILC) will hold their Annual Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, October 4, at the Royal Cliff Beach Resort in Pattaya and all the proceeds will go to local charities. The Bazaar raffle tickets are now on sale from Karen Henderson who can be reached at 088-143-3756, or email: [email protected]

Clubs &
Associations

The Pattaya International Ladies Club newcomers’ morning is on Monday September 29 at Casa Pascal, Second Road at 11.30am.  The October PILC Lunch is on Tuesday October 7 at Restaurant Trattoria Toscana on Beach Road. For reservations, please contact Alvi at 081-864-5754, or Brooke at 085-698-1733.

The next meeting of Pattaya City Expats Club (PCEC) will be on Sunday, September 28. 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’s speaker will be Mr. Brad Kenning, also known as Mojave Jake. He will be talking about the six years he and his companion Molly spent traveling in the USA between California, Arizona, and Colorado on a covered wagon drawn by a burro. His presentation 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.pattayacityexpatsclub.com for more information.

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. nederlandseverenigingpattaya .org or email albertmartin26 @yahoo.com. 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

“Heaven & Hell Party” at -5 Supperclub and restaurant on Sat, September 27 from 7 pm onwards. Also enjoy live soft music from “The Blue Corals” from 6pm - 10pm, DJ to pump your party up from 10pm - 2am followed by a chilling experience at the Real Icebar in Pattaya. Unlimited vodka shots for 20 minutes for only 500 baht. Special September promotion! Open any bottle of vodka, whiskey, rum, gin or tequila and receive a free set of mixers! Free pick up from your hotel or residence, call for reservations: 038 489 488 or visit www. minus5pattaya.com

The Vegetarian Festival is with us again, and Garden Cafe has prepared a menu of wonderful fresh vegetarian dishes in both Cantonese and International style. Our chef shows just how creative cooking with vegetable can be for you to enjoy during this festival. Come and explore chef’s a la carte dishes. For reservations, please contact Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa at 038 412 120.

Manhattans is pleased to announce Manhattans Sunday: A totally relaxing day of great food, drinks and music. If you are looking for the best Sunday lunch in Pattaya - look no further. A help-yourself starters buffet with 20 delicious choices such as smoked salmon and Parma ham with melon. Also, home made fresh bread, rolls and salads. Next is the main course, with a selection of 10 superb dishes from Penne Arabiata to roast sirloin of beef with Yorkshire pudding, horseradish cream, roast potatoes & vegetable medley. To follow, a sensational chef’s surprise of 3 mini-desserts! 2 course - 650 baht; 3 course - only 795 baht. From 12.30pm - 7pm. Also enjoy the convenience of Manhattans transport: complimentary pick-up and return within the Pattaya, Naklua and Jomtien area. For bookings call 038-259-790.

Enjoy ‘Mushroom Mania’ at the Mantra Restaurant and Bar throughout September. Titillate your tastebuds with the luscious flavors of this versatile ingredient. In a variety of shapes, textures, colors and flavors you’ll be wild about the marvelous mushroom mania happening in Super Chef Supachai’s kitchens all month long. The Mantra Restaurant and Bar is located at the Pattaya Amari Resort & Tower on Beach Road, north Pattaya. For details and table reservations call 038 429 591 or visit www.mantra-pattaya.com

Moooore Bar & Grill - This most exciting sports bar offers you much more than just sports, as the name suggested, “More”. For any night out you can expect to be surrounded by excellent service and great food, drinks and the ultimate entertainment. Monday pizza variety: Moooore Bar & Grill is the place to be on Monday night. Savor pizza with a selection of delicious toppings from only 195 baht. Every bite will be a sheer taste sensation. Wednesday menu: every Wednesday night, a surprise menu will include an additional specially created dish. Check out the selection of delectable food for only 245 baht, all you can eat - from 4 p.m. - 10 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.

Jomtien Boathouse has introduced 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.

Halal dishes available in September at the Cascade Restaurant: Because Ramadan is a time to spend with friends and family, the fast will often be broken by different Muslim families coming together to share in an evening meal. In keeping with the custom, the Cascade Restaurant features Halal dishes in the a la carte menu prepared according to traditional guidelines. Come by for a satisfying meal while you enjoy the lovely ambience of the Cascade Restaurant. Located near the main lobby of Dusit Thani Pattaya. Open every day, 6:30-10 pm. For information and reservations, please call (0) 3842 5611-7 Ext. 2153.

Have a Ball at Amor this summer! Enjoy this special three-course menu 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: 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 @amorrestaurant.com, www. amorrestaurant.com, open 5pm to midnight, daily.

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.

Come enjoy Casa Pascal Restaurant’s gourmet set menu: a 6-course treat for the lover of fine food, including unlimited wines & spirits (optional) from just 1,450 baht. Regular and set menus plus weekly specials available. The lunch set menu is available every day (except Sundays during high season when we have brunch buffet) from 11.00 - 14.00. Everyday free car wash at Casa Pascal while you are having lunch (11.00 - 14.00) except on Sunday Brunch and even on lunch set menus you can earn your 10% Casa Pascal bonus points. Open daily 11:00 - 23.00. For reservations call (038) 723 660, fax (038) 723 659 or e-mail: info@ restaurant-pattaya.com. For more information go to: www. restaurant-pattaya.com

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: [email protected]

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 the Irish Pub has a host of Daily Specials at 195 baht including on Monday: Fillet Steak Special, Tuesday: Seafood Fajitas a full sizzling platter of mixed seafood, including prawns, fish, mussels, & squids on a base of fried onions & peppers served with tortillas, salsa, guacamoles, & sour cream dips (no starter & dessert), Wednesday: Steak & Mushroom Pie, Thursday: Pork Chop served with baked potato, fried onions, grilled tomato, & corn on the cob on a sizzling plate, and Friday: Fish & Chips. All the Specials are served with starter & dessert, from 12 noon until 11.00 p.m. As always Jameson’s serves it’s all day and night Carvery at the weekends, as much as you can eat for 350 Baht, on Saturday from 5.00 p.m. - 11.00 p.m. and Sunday from 01.00 p.m. - 11.00 p.m. And also don’t miss out on Jameson’s new a la carte menu. Office Tel/Fax no. (038) 361 873, Pub Tel. (038) 361 874, e-mail: [email protected], Website: www.jamesons-pattaya.com

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

Ladies, let’s have a party! Every Thursday night at Moooore Bar & Grill there is something special for the ladies. Spread the word and bring in your girlfriends to chat away the night with free Margaritas all night long from 7 p.m. till midnight. What are you waiting for ladies? Let’s have a party! 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.

A Night of Latin Social Dancing: Steps & Rhythm Dance Academy will hold a Social Dancing Party on 11th of October from 8.30pm.  The entrance fee is 300 baht at the door and includes 1 drink. Book early and pay 250 baht only! Reservations recommended.  For further information, please call Stephanie Moorhouse on 089 544 4842, visit the website www.steps-and-rhythm.com or go to 247/37-38, Moo 11, Nongprue, Banglamung.

The Captain’s Corner introduces 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.

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

BCCT is to hold another of its Joint Eastern Seaboard Networking Evenings, this time on Friday, September 26 at Jameson’s The Irish Pub Bar & Restaurant from 6 p.m. onwards. Sponsors: MLG Insurance Brokers & Jameson’s.  Co-organizers: NTCC & Beluthai and The Lighthouse Club.

Bangkok Hospital Pattaya is hosting World Heart Day activities on September 27 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the E Building on the ground floor.  Please wear red when attending the event.  Activities include free blood pressure checks for the first 100 participants, plus blood sugar level, cholesterol level, and EKG.  A “We are the survivors from heart disease” exhibition has been set up.  Special prices for heart check-up packages.  Dancing Heart Performance by professionals from the fitness center; shopping, game booths and more. For more information call 1719.

It’s that time of year again and Amor Restaurant is preparing for the annual Pattaya Gay Festival Charity Dinner.  The dinner will be on Sunday October 19, 2008, at 8pm (20:00 hrs.).  Just follow the following link for the menu and details.  http://www.amorrestaurant.com/pgf2008.html

Gallery Opium will host an exhibition by Jessica Rosensveig, starting 4 October, that showcases her photographs brought back from her various trips that combine human feelings and behaviour with change and movement. The exhibition will be open to the general public from 7pm on Saturday 04 October 2008 till Saturday 01 November 2008. Gallery Opium also exhibits works by both international and Thai artists and all the paintings on display are for sale to the general public. 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.

Liam’s Gallery: The largest gallery in the Eastern Seaboard features original artworks by Thai and International artists. The gallery also features a large library, coffee and wine bar with wi-fi Internet. Works are for sale and the gallery also displays Liam’s extensive private collection of art. The gallery is located at 352/107 Soi 4, Pratamnak Hill (Soi Nordic). Gallery hours are Daily 10am -7pm. Closed on Mondays. Open house every Friday at 6.30pm. Free wine served. Telephone 038 306172 Geena or Liam. Email contact.liamsgallery @gmail.com, Website: www. liamsgallery.com

All you Salsa lovers out here.  Come and join us for the Salsa at the Palace party on Saturday September 27 to be held at Grand Eastern Palace Hotel on Soi Khao Talo.  Tickets are priced at 350 baht.  For more information contact Sam on 081 762 5401 or Kavita on 087 618 5117.