Greg and his team at Greg’s Kitchen are proud to announce their new light lunch menu for only 159 baht, 12 noon till 5 p.m. All your favorites available either in full air-conditioning or outside on the terrace. Greg’s Kitchen is located on Pattaya Second Road, opposite Soi 6.

The Hard Rock Cafe Pattaya at the Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya is proud to present the new 5 sets of ‘Rock Around the Clock’ set menu, serving from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily for 250 baht ++ per set until April 30. Hard Rock Cafe Pattaya is open daily from 11 a.m. – 2 a.m. with live band every night. For more information and hotel reservations call 038 428 755-9, fax: 038 421 673, email: [email protected] Website: www.hardrockhotels.net

Hans Banziger and his team at the Paradise Restaurant will take a spring break from April 10 – 30, during which time the restaurant will be closed. As of May 1 an exiting new “cordon-bleu” food promotion will be launched, including ten different variations of cordon bleu. Don’t miss it! Also, the popular exotic dishes such as emu, kangaroo, ostrich and crocodile fillets as well the exotic trio and quartet will continue to be on the menu. Open daily from 9 a.m. till 11 p.m. Located opposite the Royal Garden Plaza and Marriott Resort, on 2nd Road. Tel./Fax: 038 723 177

The new 160 baht set lunch (3 courses) at the Queen Victoria Inn (Soi 6) has proved so successful Monday to Friday that they have now included it on their Saturday menu. Don’t forget Sunday is Carvery day with 4 choices of meat for only 290 baht - one of the best deals in town. Guests and customers now have an added attraction for eating, drinking and staying there as they now have their own email facilities, online from opening to closing time and absolutely free. You can now pop in for a drink or a meal and keep in touch at the same time!

Events

The Amari Orchid Resort will celebrate the Songkran Festival in its beautiful tropical gardens by the poolside. This event marks the commencement of the Buddhist year, celebrated annually between the 13th and 15th of April. The senior generation still adheres to the traditions of the past, and use the event to express their reverence by sprinkling perfumed water on Buddha images. A typical Thai buffet for this very special occasion is priced at 650 baht++. During dinner, guests will be entertained with a “Miss Songkran” beauty contest, traditional Thai performances, water game shows and Thai classical music. For more information, please contact Michael Goetz or Orapin Musiknavabutr, tel. 038 428 161, email: [email protected]

On April 14 at the Cascade Caf้, Dusit Resort Pattaya, between 6.30 p.m. and 10 p.m., enjoy a sumptuous international dinner buffet spread, including specialties from the four regions of Thailand and entertainment provided by a Thai Classical dance show and music. 599 baht net for adults and 299 Baht net for children. For reservation of both events please call 0 3842 5611 ext. 2149

Thailand’s Songkran festival is by far the most important event of the year for Thai people. It’s a time of fun and a special time for New Year rituals and for showing respect for water, the most important element in the agricultural culture of Southeast Asia. Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa proudly invites you to this most exciting and spectacular event of the year on Sunday, April 13, Starting at 6 p.m. with an international buffet, which also includes dishes from the four regions of Thailand. Prices: adults 850 baht ++, children under 12 years half price. Be sure to make your reservations on 038 412 120 ext. 1202 or email: [email protected]

The Blue Lagoon Watersports Club will host its ‘2nd Annual Windsurfing Championship’ on April 26 and 27 with the ‘1st Kiteboarding Jump Contest’. The windsurfing competition counts towards the national championship. All levels will be represented and everybody is welcome to participate or just visit. Open for pro / amateur, male / female, beginners and youth classes! During this event, many other activities will also be offered: Wakeboard, Airchair, Donut, kayak, lasers. Children’s Fun Day and Beach Party on Saturday night. The Blue Lagoon Watersports Club is just 10 km south of Pattaya, just before the Ambassador Hotel. For more information visit www.bluelagoon.biz or call 038 255 115-6, 01 845 6759.

Entertainment

The Image Band is playing popular tunes 6 nights a week at the Captain’s Corner from 7 p.m. Request your favorite songs while eating their famous Bar-B-Q, “all you can eat” steaks and seafood for only 295 baht. Ample parking in front.

Sunday Afternoon Jazz at Baan Buraran, Km 166, Bangsaray, featuring an international guitarist who has worked with Frank Sinatra, Andy Williams, Barbara Streisand and many more. 250 baht all you can eat & more from 1 p.m. till late. Bring the kids; they can play tennis, badminton, snooker or have fun in the pool. For reservations call John at 01 782 1431 or Nikki 01 810 8555. Visit Baan Buraran’s website: www.buraran.com

Exhibitions

The Icon Hotel at Thappraya Road in Pattaya, is hosting a show of vibrant paintings, with monochromes and assemblages reflecting the theme ‘Eros and Thanatos’. The exhibition concludes April 12.

JND Art Gallery in Soi Day Night 2 presents a unique Art Exhibition from artist Marco. A display of his series of works in Thailand is on show the South Pattaya gallery. Marco, who uses his 4ft long beard as a paintbrush creates both water and oil masterpieces on canvas is strongly influenced by historical sites and temple in the land of smiles. From now until April 30, for every picture sold, one thousand baht will be donated to the Pattaya Orphanage. For more information call JND Art Gallery on 038 415 470.

Health and Beauty

The Dusit Resort Sports Club will holds Yoga classes Thursday evenings at 6 p.m. and Aqua Aerobics classes Tuesday afternoons at 5 p.m. and Friday mornings at 9.30 a.m. There is a small charge for both. All are welcome. For the best water workout in the east. 100 baht per class at Dusit Resort Pattaya. Phone 038 425611 or email: [email protected] for further details.

For those looking for international hairstyles, Johny Live is Back! One of London’s top hairstylists is now doing the very best cutting, colouring, highlighting and perms right here in Pattaya! For an appointment call 06 134 5633 or email: [email protected]

Packages

Rabbit Resort has a Super Summer Special until April 30, stay for 3 days, 2 nights at 2,990++ baht per night for a 2-person occupancy (one child under 12 free). The package includes two breakfasts. For more details and reservations email: [email protected] or call 038 303 303, 038 251 730.

Celebrate the traditional Thai New Year ‘Songkran Day’ with “The Spirit of Songkran” package, the special present from Devarana Spa, Heaven for Spa Lovers. Spirit of Songkran (3hrs) 4,550 baht ++ per person includes Thai Herbal steam, floral bath of your choice, choice of any one hour massage and ultimate aromatic facial or men’s vitality facial. For reservations and enquiries, call Devarana Spa at Dusit Resort Pattaya at 0 3837 1044; email: [email protected]