Community Happenings – Friday April 27 – May 3, 2012

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Announcements

On Sunday, 29th April, at 3.00 p.m., the congregation of St. George’s, Pattaya will be celebrating St. George’s Day.  Wine & cheese will be served after the Service.  For further information please call Fr. Theo on 087 133 1601.

Events

On Sunday, April 29 at 3 p.m. Eucharist, the congregation of St. George’s, Pattaya, will be celebrating St. George’s Day. Wine & cheese will be served after the service. For further information please call Fr. Theo on 087 1331601.

The 2012 Pattaya International Music Festival will be held from April 27-29.  The event will take place along Beach Road and at Bali Hai Pier and is regarded as one of the biggest international beach music festivals in Asia.  A number of famous Asian and Thai artists and over 400,000 music fans are expected to attend over the three days.  For more information turn to the ‘Lifestyle & Entertainment’ section (page 34) or call the TAT Pattaya Office on 038 427 667.

The Lighthouse Club Pattaya’s next corporate charity networking event will be held on Friday, May 4 in the ballroom of the Hilton Hotel Pattaya, from 6.00 p.m. until 8.30 p.m.  Admission fee is THB 300 for all ladies and members/vouchers/LHC member’s card, and THB 600 for non-members.  Free flow of beer and nice finger-snack food; plus the special free Lighthouse-wine!  All available as long as stock lasts!  Red and white wine/whiskey mixer: THB 100!  Special party-snack/food promotion all night!  For more information, visit www.facebook.com/lhcpattaya.

General Auction held at the World of Sport Restaurant in Naklua every Thursday at 8:30 p.m.  Viewing from 12 noon on the day only.  Antiques, collectables, toys, small items, furniture, household items, Thai souvenirs, etc. Only 10% seller’s commission.  Located on the main Naklua Road, 200m up on the right side from the Dolphin roundabout.  Tel. 087 141 0309 or 038 416 670 for more information.

The Pattaya Mountain Bike Cross Country 2012 will be held on Pratamnak Hill on May 5-6.  The competition will be divided into two categories, downhill and cross-country. Each category is about 6.5 kilometers long.  For more information call Pattaya City Hall on 038 253 232.

Clubs and Associations

The Pattaya City Expats Club (PCEC) next meeting will be on Sunday, April 29.  The speaker will be Michael Flinn on the topic of “A historical perspective on the evolution of consciousness.”  The club meets every Sunday morning at the Tavern by the Sea restaurant located on the north end of Beach Road (part of the Amari Orchid Resort).  The program starts as usual at 10:30 a.m. with a buffet breakfast available from 9 to 11 a.m.  Everyone is warmly welcome.

The Pattaya International Ladies Club (PILC) organizes regular lunches and coffee mornings on the first and third Tuesday of every month.  There is also a newcomers coffee meeting at Casa Pascal on Second Road on the last Monday of every month.  No reservation necessary and the coffee begins at 11:30.  For more information email [email protected], or go to the website at www.pilc-pattaya.com.

The Scandinavian Expat Club Pattaya meets every second Sunday from Jan 8th 2012 at the Green Tree Restaurant on Pattaya Beach Road Soi 1 from 1 p.m. onwards.  Everyone welcome.

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 Reidar Andersen (Membership) 086 842 8240.

The Rotary Club Pattaya Marina meets every Friday at 7.00 p.m. at the Pullman Aisawan, Wongamat Beach, between Soi 16 and 18 in Naklua.  The evening meetings include a sumptuous international buffet.  For more information contact Club President Yves Echement at [email protected].

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings in Pattaya:  The Pattaya Group meets Wednesday and Thursday at noon (open); Monday, Tuesday and Friday at 5 p.m. (closed) and Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at 7:30 p.m. (closed) at the Satree Pattana Center, Soi Skaw Beach (2nd Rd): contact Mick on 087 994 6224, Bob 087 939 2463 or Joe 082 715 2082.  The Good Morning Pattaya Group meets 9 a.m. every morning.  All meetings are ‘open’: contact 084 564 8479.  The Jomtien Group meets every day at noon at Jomtien Long Stay Hotel: contact: Warren on 086 158 9688, Andy 080 570 1404 or Henk 086 070 6684, Thai contact: Somchai 081 445 3302.  The Scandinavian Group meets on Tuesdays and Fridays 6 p.m. at the Norwegian Seaman’s Church, Thappraya Road Soi 7: contact Hans 085 135 7755 or Rune (Rayong) 089 754 9515.

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 Dutch Expats Club meets the last Thursday of every month at 6 p.m.  Feel free to see our website for the location address: http://nvtpattaya.org. New members are always welcome.

DACH-Club – Meetings of German speaking residents for dining, discussions, films and gemutlichkeit. Pat’s Leckerle, Soi 33 Naklua.  Check website http://www.dach-th.org/location.html.

The RLC (Rayong Ladies Circle), which operates mainly in the Ban Chang and Rayong areas, is a friendly and social group of international women.  They hold a monthly coffee morning, amongst many other activities, on each second Tuesday of every month in the home of one of their members.  Everyone most welcome to join!  For more information contact [email protected] or visit www.rayongladiescircle.com.

Fred J. Estes Post 9876 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States of America is a social group in Pattaya that helps American Veterans and their dependants with benefit assistance related to the Veterans Administration, Social Security and service related agencies.  There is no charge for our assistance.  Post meetings are every second Tuesday at 1300 hrs. at the Hogsbreath Saloon at 148 78/79 Sukhumvit Rd. on Soi 46-3 (formerly Soi Batman).  There are informal social gatherings every Tuesday and Wednesday from 11:30 until 14:00.  For more information contact Eric Larsen, Post Commander, tel. 038-423462, email: [email protected] or visit the website at vfwpost9876.org.

Overeaters Anonymous meetings in Pattaya/Jomtien – The ‘Up to You’ group meets Wednesdays at 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the housing area just behind Pan Pan Restaurant in Jomtien on Thappraya Road. Call Steve at 038-364-207(h) or 089-250-1359 (cell) for directions or more information.

Dining

In April at Sunrise Sunset enjoy either a Bayshore Supreme, a grilled T-bone steak with butter sauce, or tender pepper, grilled beef tenderloin with peppercorn sauce.

Succulent steaks at Sunrise Sunset. Succulent steaks at Sunrise Sunset.

For those who don’t like beef, there is also the Rosemary Favourite, a delicious grilled marinated chicken breast.  All dishes come served with fresh boiled vegetables and french-fries or a baked potato.  Sunrise Sunset Restaurant is located at the Siam Bayshore Hotel in South Pattaya and is open 24 hours a day.  For enquiries and bookings, call 038–428–678, ext. 530.

Cocktail of the month at Havana Bar & Terrazzo is the famous Mojito, made even more special for the month of April with watermelon flavor and fresh watermelon pieces on top.  Welcome the heat of summer with this cool and refreshing cocktail at Havana Bar & Terrazzo at THB 240 each.  Happy Hour buy 1 get 1 free drink happens daily from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. and extended until midnight every Wednesday.

Refreshing Mojitos at Havana Bar & Terrazzo, Holiday Inn, Pattaya. Refreshing Mojitos at Havana Bar & Terrazzo, Holiday Inn, Pattaya.

Havana Bar & Terrazzo’s membership club is available with Hi Club Card offering great privileges, discounts and special offers.  Havana Bar & Terrazzo is located at the Holiday Inn, Pattaya on Beach Road.  For more information call 038 725 555 or visit www.facebook.com/HavanaBar.Pattaya.

Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort, Pattaya offers you every Thursday an incomparable gastronomic experience with their “Mirage Beach BBQ Seafood Buffet”.  Enjoy the resort’s natural setting by the sea while savoring tasty dishes and fresh produce from the sea that include Tiger Prawns, Snapper Fish wrapped in Banana Leaves, Grilled Squid with Spicy Sauce, and much more.  For the ultimate entertainment, experience the musicians and Hawaii and fire dance shows on the beach from 19:00–22:00 hrs.  Only THB 1,399 – net per person, for more info and reservations, call 038 301 234 ext. 4397 or email: irdcmbr@ chr.co.th.

Hilton Pattaya has launched its newest bakery offering, ‘Cake ‘n’ Calories’ at the picturesque Drift on level 16 of the hotel.  ‘Cake ‘n’ Calories’ is available daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and the menu includes muesli and cereal creations, fresh fruit juices and smoothies, a variety of desserts, whole cakes, power bars, giant cookies and macaroons.  Guests can access free high speed wireless Internet while admiring stunning views of Pattaya Bay at Drift.  The service is also available to-go.  For more information, visit www.pattaya.hilton.com or contact the hotel directly on 038 825 3000.

Cake ‘n’ Calories at Drift, Hilton Pattaya. Cake ‘n’ Calories at Drift, Hilton Pattaya.

Alois Restaurant on Thappraya Road will be hosting a Wine Dinner on Friday, May 4.  The wines on this occasion will be a selection from round the world, especially selected to accompany and complement the dishes prepared by the master chef.  Those wishing to attend are asked to book in advance with pre-payment before April 30.  For reservations please contact the restaurant on 038 267 191-2 or on mobile 081 001 3298, email: info@aloispattaya .com, alois.pattaya@gmail .com, or go to website: www.aloispattaya.com.

Every Wednesday and Saturday from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. Le Marin Restaurant at the Cape Racha Hotel in Sriracha invites you to end your day with a high quality set dinner.  The four-course menu includes an all-you-can-eat antipasto and salad bar and a delicious choice of main courses, such as Beef Roulade with potato wedges or Orecchiette with Parma Ham and mushrooms; plus homemade cake or ice cream for dessert.  The set dinner is priced at 350 baht ++ per person, including a glass of wine.  For reservations or more information call 038 314 288 or visit the website at www.capecollection.com.

Thai Buffet Dinner at Café G, Holiday Inn Pattaya offers a taste of traditional Thai cuisines, featuring som tam, grilled chicken and crispy pork fresh salad bar, and Thai desserts selection.  Buffet dinner is available nightly from Monday – Friday throughout April and May from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.  Price per person at THB 450 net with free soft drinks.  Further discount is offered for groups with 10 people and above.  All kids under 12 eat free.  For more information and reservations please call 038 725 555 or visit www.dining-experience.com/pattaya.

Baadshah, the new Indian Restaurant in town situated on 3rd Road (opp. where X-Zyte used to be) invites you to sample the most fascinating and superbly flavored dishes of North India.  They serve a wide range of delicacies from many parts of the country which you can savor at the relaxing indoor or cozy outdoor seating.  For reservations or more information call 038-411690 or email at [email protected].

Visit Havana Bar and Terrazzo, Holiday Inn Pattaya any day of the week and find out about all the special offers in store.  Highlights include daily 50% discount on all pizzas of over 20 varieties from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.  After 7 p.m. every day, continue with the famous “Buy 1 get 1 free” Happy Hour from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. with a wide selection of refreshments.  Live band appears from 8:30 p.m. until late every Wednesday, Friday & Saturday with Wednesday as the all-night Happy Hour from 7 p.m. – midnight.  Become a member at Havana Bar & Terrazzo and receive numerous special offers and privileges.  For more information please visit www.facebook.com/Havana Bar.Pattaya or call 038 725 555.

Fantastic lobster repertoires await you as Chef Adrian W. O’Herlihy at the Cascade Restaurant works his magic in creating innovative dishes featuring the most-sought after Phuket lobster.

A lobster love affair at Cascade Restaurant. A lobster love affair at Cascade Restaurant.

Examples include: lobster salad with kaffir lime Maltaise aioli with fennel remoulade, black truffle & fresh raspberries (THB 1,200); lobster salad with pink peppercorns and grapefruit dressing, avocado & roasted bell peppers (THB 1,100); spiny lobster and guacamole salad accompanied with sharp tomato sauce, fresh tarragon, organic greens (THB 1,100), and many more incredible lobster creations!  The Cascade is located near the Main Lobby of Dusit Thani Pattaya. Open daily from 6 a.m. – 1 a.m.  For reservations call (0) 3842 5611-7 ext. 2153.

Yummy Strawberries at Sheraton Pattaya Resort. Yummy Strawberries at Sheraton Pattaya Resort.

Enjoy the marvelous taste of fresh strawberries at Sheraton Pattaya Resort.  New dessert creations have been specially crafted by the multi award-winning culinary team at Elements restaurant and include Strawberry Clafoutis, Strawberry Parfait, Sexy Strawberry Cocktail and Le Fraisier- fresh strawberries, Chantilly cream, pistachio cake & strawberry jelly.  Each at 250 baht (excluding tax & service charge) only!  For more information please call 038 259 888 or email: Pin yaphat. [email protected].

Linda’s Restaurant can be all things for all people.  Serving a wide selection of Norwegian dishes, there are also abundant European/international dishes, as well as a full line-up of Thai items.  The food is excellent and the portion sizes tending to be on the large side, and the prices reasonable.  The wine list is also inexpensive.  This restaurant is definitely worth visiting.  You will not be disappointed.  Linda’s Restaurant, 315/177-180 Moo 12, opposite the Jomtien Complex, Thappraya Road, Jomtien.  Open seven days from 7 a.m. until late.  Reservations: 038 252 726, 087 813 0115.  Email [email protected].

Mata Hari Restaurant offers a selection of gourmet food just arrived from the North Sea: Dover sole, baby turbot, raw herring, and from Holland the famous Dutch smoked baby eel.  Asian food?  Try Mata Hari’s new special: Nasi Rames: a Dutch Indonesian Colonial favourite which consists of many different delicious dishes on one plate.  Mata Hari Restaurant is located on Thappraya Road in Pattaya. For more information or reservations call 038 259 799, email louis @mataharirestaurant.com or go to the restaurant website at: www.mataharirestaurant .com.

The Tavern by the Sea Restaurant introduces the following daily promotions: Monday Curry Night features the tastiest curries, naan bread and salad buffet for just 449 baht net per person.  Friday is Thai Food Fair where you can enjoy all the different authentic Thai style foods available around Thailand.  Only THB 550 net per person.  Saturday Churrasco Night offers prime meats and seafood, grilled to perfection on the fire and freshly skewered for you on the churrasco pens at the Tavern.  All complemented by a full buffet of starters, side dishes and desserts.  Only THB 690 net per person.  Every buffet is open from 18.30 – 22.00 hrs.  Upgrade your buffet with a Free Flow draught beer at special price of THB 250 net per person.  There is also a daily happy hour from 11 am – 6 pm.  Watch all the premier live sports on one of the many widescreen TV’s or on the big projector screen (Sports hotline 038 418 419).  Amari Orchid Pattaya, Beach Road, North Pattaya, Tel 038 418418, E-mail [email protected]

Spectacular seafood buffet at the Royal Cliff Resort. Spectacular seafood buffet at the Royal Cliff Resort.

The Royal Cliff Hotels Group presents a fantastic dining opportunity at the Larn Thong authentic Thai traditions restaurant every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. located at the Grand Hotel.  The hotel’s 5-star international culinary team will prepare a spectacular seafood and BBQ spread featuring selections that will leave you in awe.  This tri-weekly dining delight is a great chance to re-energise and get together with family and friends for amazing food at an unbeatable price!  For more information, please visit www.royalcliff.com.

Eat to the Beat at Starz Diner located at the Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya between 2nd Road and Beach Road, Central Pattaya.  Named for its eclectic collection of rock ‘n’ roll memorabilia and show kitchen, Starz Diner is Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya’s all-day dining restaurant located on the ground floor serving up authentic Thai-Chinese, Japanese, Californian and Italian cuisine.  Enjoy free flow drinks and a whole spit roast pig on Saturdays for baht 980++ per person and Sunday-Friday at baht 880++ per person.  Show time for live music is from 6:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.  For more information call 038 428 755-9 or go to http://pattaya.hardrockhotels.net.

The Beach Club Restaurant at the Pullman Pattaya Aisawan invites you to sample Asian fantasia cuisine to tempt the senses every Monday night.  Subtle spicing and your favorite dishes are presented in an “eat as much as you can” buffet for only Baht 799.  On Wednesdays more sumptuous oriental cuisine awaits you for only 799 baht including 75 cl of wine.  Enjoy selections such as tabouleh, fattoush, Greek salad, hommos, couscous with lamb, chicken, merguez, mix fish and cat fish.  Complete your oriental dining experience with temping desserts such as Moroccan date pudding, cinnamon oranges, M’hanncha, baklawa or sweet cous-cous.  On Thursdays Brazilian flair arrives with favorites such aschurrasco; chicken leg with piripiri sauce, pork sausage, pichanha, top sirloin, alligator, duck breast in soya glaze, prawns and more.  Salads and appetizers include Avarje (fried shrimps ball), kibe (Lebanese Kee-bee), grilled shrimp skewers with honeydew gazpacho.  Come to taste the best of South America for a special price of 799 baht for all you can eat including 75 cl. of wine per person.  For more information or reservation, please call 038 411 9408.

‘Khao Chae’ at Edge restaurant.‘Khao Chae’ at Edge restaurant.

Hilton Pattaya has launched its famous Thai summer treat ‘Khao Chae’ at Edge restaurant, level 14 where guests can also enjoy the best Pattaya Bay views.  The royal cuisine ‘Khao Chae’ is first parboiled rice and served immersed in icy cold jasmine-scented water with various kinds of exotic side dishes like young pepper stuffed with minced pork, sweetened shredded pork, glazed Chinese turnips, batter-fried shrimp paste and more.  Try one of Thailand’s most refreshing treats ‘Khao Chae’ at Edge on every weekend throughout April 2012.  Price is only THB 300 net per set.  Flare restaurant at Hilton Pattaya meanwhile offers a sophisticated, contemporary and truly memorable dining experience in opulent surroundings and with wonderful views.  The Flare restaurant is open from 6.30 p.m. – 11.30 p.m. every day.  Fridays feature roasted aged Australian rib at THB 999 net (ladies cut) and THB 1,111 net (gents cut).  Saturdays offer a 4 course set menu with such delicious items as Pacific oysters, Atlantic salmon, Japanese sea scallops and Porterhouse steak.  Cost for 6 guests THB 15,000 net (book 2 days in advance).  For more information, please call 038 253 077.

Sea bream dishes at The Peak. Sea bream dishes at The Peak.

Cuisine featuring the gilt-head sea bream from the waters of the Mediterranean and coastal regions of the North Atlantic features at The Peak Chinese Restaurant throughout April.  Signature sea indulgences include crisp-fried sea bream with pomelo sauce accompanied with white & red cabbage, baby oak leaves and carrot julienne (THB 550); stir-fried sea bream, celery & oyster sauce garnished with button mushrooms, carrot julienne, fresh ginger and young garlic (THB 650); and baked sea bream with black bean sauce with red chili, green & yellow bell peppers, minced pork & parsley (THB 650).  The Peak seats 80 and is located at the Dusit Thani Pattaya Resort, next to the Dolphin Roundabout in North Pattaya.  Open daily from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.  For reservations and more information please call 038 425 611 to 7, ext. 2276.

Manhattans Restaurant & Bar: Open Monday to Saturday for dinner with fine dining in a great atmosphere.  Offering Pattaya’s best steaks, seafood and an exciting a la carte menu.  Set 3-course gourmet menu at THB 995- excl. VAT.  Resident pianist in the restaurant every night.  Call 038 259 790 for reservations and more information.

The Paulanergarten beer garden offers all your favourite German and Thai cuisines accompanied by imported beer from Munich.  The menu boasts a wide range of foods for your dining pleasure including mouth watering desserts and a special selection of fine wines.  Soak up the amazing sunset views from the 3rd floor location of the Royal Garden Plaza Pattaya (Beach Road side) as you dine.  Call 081 866 7547, 082 790 1782 or go to www.paulaner-thailand.com.

The Marco Polo Chinese Restaurant at the Montien Hotel, Pattaya is famous for its authentic Shanghainese and Szechuan cuisines prepared to perfection by master Chinese chefs.  Enjoy a dim sum lunch daily from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and dinner from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. daily.  Separate dining rooms are available for private parties.  Also don’t forget to call by the Montien Bakery Shop where you can find a wide selection of breads, cakes, cookies & Thai desserts.  Open daily (Sundays – Thursdays) 8.00 a.m. – 7.00 p.m. (Friday – Saturday) 8:00 a.m. – 9.00 p.m.  For reservations call The Montien Hotel, Pattaya Tel. 038-428155, 038-361340 ext 1620, 1621 or E-mail; [email protected].

Italian cuisine at The Bay. Italian cuisine at The Bay.

In April, The Bay Restaurant will offer a taste of Parma with subtle, simple and refined food.  Feast on delights masterfully prepared by Chef Adrian W. O’Herlihy featuring a prized selection of Parma creations that include: Parma’s version of pot-roasted beef served with potato, gnocchi & sautéed fragrant leaf spinach and natural braising juices (THB 550); chicken “Hunter’s Style” with soft whipped herbed polenta, pancetta-wrapped green beans (THB 450); and pan-roasted stuffed fillet of pork wrapped in Parma ham, roasted cippolini onions, fresh thyme, shallot puree, black truffle sauce, sauté of asparagus tips & porcini, porcini-creamed potato (THB 575).  Located at the Dusit Thani Pattaya Resort, next to the Dolphin Roundabout in North Pattaya, The Bay also hosts a fabulous BBQ buffet dinner every Saturday evening.  Seating is available for 200 in both interior and terrace settings.  Opening hours are Monday to Sunday – 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. For more information and reservations, please call 038 425 611-7 ext. 2270.

Casa Pascal fine dining restaurant offers a breakfast & lunch buffet every day from 08.00 – 14.00 hrs at 175 Baht + 7% VAT featuring freshly baked breads & croissants, breakfast items, salads, cold delicacies, smoked fish, BBQ grill on terrace, egg station, 8 hot dishes and soups and desserts and coffee & tea and juices.  Dinner is a la carte from 18.00 hrs till late with culinary delights such as goose liver, imported seafood, the best steaks and much more.  A gourmet 6-course set menu is also available.  For reservations please call (038) 723-660 or 081-983-4182.

New and only at Moon River Pub! The After Work Club from 7 p.m. 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: 1,200 baht per person Sunday to Thursday or 1,500 baht per person Friday & Saturday.  The Moon River Pub is located in front of the Thai Garden Resort, North Pattaya Road.

Jameson’s the Irish Pub has a weekly set menu, served from midday to midnight, 3 courses for 255 baht / 2 courses 230 baht / 1 course 195 baht. Starters include potted ham with thick toast & English mustard or homemade turkey broth or hot prawns in cognac.  The main courses offer spaghetti with your choice of Bolognaise, vegetarian tomato sauce or Carbonara, or pork burger or grilled king mackerel steak (caught by manager Wanchai) served with boiled potato, peas & butter/lemon/chili sauce.  Dessert includes a choice of chocolate brownie cake with cream or strawberry sundae or pineapple crumble with custard.  This menu can be served within 45 minutes if you’re in a hurry.  Tel. (038) 361 874, e-mail: info@jamesons-pattaya. com, Website: www.jamesons-pattaya.com.

Traditional Thai cuisine at Siam Elephant Bar & Restaurant. Traditional Thai cuisine at Siam Elephant Bar & Restaurant.

At the Siam Elephant Bar & Restaurant take a culinary tour of Thailand with this month’s signature dishes: num prik koong sod, a traditional chili dip with shrimp, served with fresh vegetable, and pla salmon tod samun prai, comprising crispy fried salmon with a wonderful homemade herb sauce.  Both superb dishes guarantee seaside dining satisfaction.  The Siam Elephant Bar & Restaurant is located at the Siam Bayshore Hotel in South Pattaya and is open daily for dinner (17:00 – 23:00).  For enquiries and bookings, call 038-428-678, ext. 576.

The Brunch Experience

Dynamic, Stylish & Seriously Cool at Fabulous Sunday Brunch @ Mantra Restaurant and Bar, Pattaya; Experience the hottest Brunch concept in Pattaya.  It’s the perfect timing, from 11:00 hrs to 15:00 hrs, for a seriously cool culinary journey, an innovative & stylish approach to Sunday Brunch 1,590+ per person.  With a dazzling array of chic delicacies, this stylish and sophisticated brunch offers a fabulous selection of foods from around the world, oysters, cold cuts, prime roasts, chocolate fountain and more.  Upgrade your brunch to include a wine buffet for an additional 1,150+ per person.  For reservations and more info call 038 429 591 or [email protected] or visit www.mantra-pattaya.com.

Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya’s new Pizzeria, located next to Starz Diner, is the place for freshly baked classic Neapolitan Style Pizza, classic pasta as well as continental main courses, open 12 noon till 10.30pm.  Every Sunday, feast on the Jazz Brunch with a delicious array of dishes from across the world, live jazz and free-flow champagne cocktails to savour the weekend by the poolside, call 038 428 755-9 for reservation.

Sunday Brunch with the view at Edge restaurant, Hilton Pattaya!  Experience LIVE cooking and buffet stations featuring fresh seafood and salad selections, Parma ham cut, Japanese, Italian and Thai specialties, as well as grill and carving stations plus huge dessert stations including warm crepes, ice cream, sorbet and fresh fruit with chocolate fountain.  At Edge, you could also enjoy fabulous panoramic ocean views of the gulf of Thailand!  Sunday brunch at Edge also includes ‘Kidz corner’ featuring ‘Cooking club’ and much more fun activities for all kids.  Enjoy a range of brunch delights on every Sundays from 12.00 till 3.30 pm for only THB 1,200 net per person while wine buffet at THB 700 net per person.  Edge is located on level 14, Hilton Pattaya, for reservations please call 038 253 077.

Pullman Pattaya Aisawan presents Pattaya’s first and only Beach Club style Sunday Brunch ‘Gossip Beach Brunch’ from noon to 5 p.m. with live music every Sunday.  An extravagant buffet is available offering delicious appetizers & salads, fresh seafood, sushi & sashimi, BBQ selection, cold cuts, carving and more!  Select one of three buffet prices: 1,200 Baht including a bottle of Perrier; 1,800 Baht including a bottle of Sparkling; 3,200 Baht including a bottle of Champagne or mix and match your table to suit.  Free for children under 12 years old.  For more info or reservation call 038 411 940-8 or fbm@pullmanpattaya aisawan.com.

Entertainment

D & M Music Studio will present “The Art of the Duo Works for Violin and Guitar” featuring Yavet Boyadjiev (violin) and Paul Cesarczyk (guitar) at the Thai German Cultural Foundation Auditorium (Goethe Institut Bangkok) on Monday, April 30, 8 p.m.  Tickets are priced at 500 and 250 baht for students and are available at the door or call K. Mongkol for advance booking on 081 682 8000.

Singer, actor and DJ, Wan Thanakrit will be the guest performer at the Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya’s Soul Lounge Session on Saturday, May 26 from 9.30 p.m.  Thanakrit gained fame during the second TV series of Academy Fantasia and will be supported at the Hard Rock by alternative rock group The Melodious.  Tickets for the event are 500 baht and include 1 free drink or 980 baht for a free flow of drinks.  For tickets and bookings call 038 428 755 or email [email protected].

Sala Chalermkrung Khon” a newly formed Thai masked dance group of 80 people from a variety of leading institutes are presenting every Friday and Saturday at Bangkok’s Sala Chalermkrung Royal Theatre: “Khon” (the acme of Thai dramatic arts) at 7:30 p.m.  Tickets are priced at 1,000 and 1,200 baht.  For reservations please contact Sala Chalermkrung, tel: 02 224 4400, website: www.Salachalermkrung.com or Thai Ticket Major, tel: 02 262 3456, website: thaiticketmajor.com.  Sala Chalermkrung is located at corner Tri Phet Road, Charoen Krung Road.

Free Sahaja Yoga Meditation classes at the North Star Library every Saturday at 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.  Contact John 083 005 3006 or North Star Library 038 716 755, www.thaisahajayoga.com.

Come and enjoy the live music at the Jazz Pit Pub from 8 p.m. to midnight every day (except Tuesdays & Wednesdays).  Listen to great music by Thomas Reimer, one of the most famous European Jazz guitar players.  If you play an instrument, you are welcome to come along and join in the jam sessions.  The Jazz Pit is located on Soi 5 off Pattaya Beach and 2nd Road. Tel: 038 428 374.

Promotions

Color your Life package at Amburaya Spa, Sheraton Pattaya Resort includes: aromatic footbath – green tea body wrap with green tea purifying facial – and massage of your choice, plus receive a complimentary seasonal berry and yogurt parfait after the treatment.  Package prices start from THB 4,500 net per person.  For more information or to make a reservation call 038 259 829 or go to www.facebook.com/sheratonpattayaresort.

Visit Holiday Inn Pattaya’s Tea Tree Spa on the hotel’s 5th floor and experience breathtaking views of Pattaya Bay at the outdoor pavilions.  The outdoor pavilions are great for foot massage and Thai body massage, especially now Tea Tree Spa has a special offer for couple’s foot massage.  Bring a friend, partner, family member or anyone you would like to give this special treat to for an hour of relaxing foot massage outdoor and receive a free bottle of sparkling wine to enjoy.  This package is at THB 1,990 Nett only.  For more information and reservation call 038 725 555 or visit www.facebook.com/TeaTreeSpa.Pattaya.

Fashion

Newly opened!  For exquisite prêt a porter women’s apparel, jewelry and decorative accessories at unbelievably reasonable prices, visit Chuthathip Exclusive Dressmaker, located in the Pattaya Focus Shopping Arcade on Second Road opposite Pattaya Bowl/Ibis Hotel.