Announcements

On December 24 at 7 p.m. the children of the Sutthawas School will perform some Christmas carols at the Lobby of the Thai Garden Resort, North Pattaya Road in coordination with Toys for Joy. Straight after the show, Santa Claus will arrive on an elephant and bring presents to the children. Toys for Joy is a charity project, collecting goods and money for children in need. This year’s collection goes to the Sutthawas School which is in urgent need for donations. Everybody is invited to place donations under the Christmas tree at the Thai Garden Resort Lobby before Christmas or hand it over to Danilo (Operations Manager).

Clubs &
Associations

The next meeting of Pattaya City Expats Club (PCEC) will be on Sunday, December 14. 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. Each week the PCEC has an interesting speaker to talk on various subjects of interest in an informal setting. This week’s meeting will feature a guest speaker from Phyathai Sriracha Hospital covering interesting issues about good health and medical care. This will be followed by the ever-lively and often humorous Open Forum and an update on the 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 official website at www.pattayacityexpatsclub .com and learn more about the many and varied activities of the club.

The Optimist International Club of Thailand meets at Shenanigan’s at the Avenue Mall on Second Road from 12:00 noon on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month.  For more information, email [email protected]

The next PILC Coffee Morning will be held on Tuesday, December 16 at the Pan Pan Restaurant located on Thappraya Road, Jomtien from 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Members and guests all welcome with no reservations required. For any further information please contact Brooke Begovich by email at [email protected]

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 is the only French spoken Rotary in Asia. “Rendezvous” every Friday at 7 p.m. at the Balcony Restaurant (Pattaya North Rd). For further information go to www.rcpm.fr or call Mr. Benoit on 089 886 5445.

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.nederland severenigingpattaya.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. The Scandinavian Group meets on Mondays and Fridays 6.00 pm. at The Norwegian Seamans Church, Thappraya Road Soi 7: Contact Hans 085 135 7755 or Rune (Rayong) 089 754 9515

Narcotics Anonymous in Pattaya. Drug problem? We can help. We deal in addiction, regardless of substance or uncensored sharing. All welcome. We meet every Saturday (17.30), Monday (18.30) and Wednesday (17.30) for one hour at Soi Skaew Beach, opposite Siam Bayview Hotel, 2nd Road, half way up on the right, just past Scandalic, room at rear. See N.A. diamond logo, head height, on wall. Contact the 24 hour helpline on 02 231 8080.

Christmas
Events

Enjoy a fabulous Christmas Dinner Buffet at the Lanna Coffee Shop in the Thai Garden Resort, Pattaya served on Christmas Eve, December 24 from 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.  The evening will include a gala buffet and music from the Folksmen Trio. Priced at THB 999- net per person, Children from 4 - 12 years pay THB 499- net. For reservations contact Danilo at 038-370614-8 ext. 6666 or email: guestservice @thaigarden.com

The Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa invites you to make it a Christmas Eve to remember with a festive dinner feast at the Sala Rim Nam outdoor restaurant, overlooking the tranquil surrounds of the lotus pond and lush tropical gardens. Witness spectacular shows and performances, a variety of fun-filled entertainment for the entire family, and don’t forget the enormous dinner buffet prepared by Chef Luis featuring the age old traditions; from tender roast turkey to succulent seafood, from Virginia honey glazed ham to Christmas pudding. Have yourself a merry little Christmas at Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa, December 24 (Christmas Eve) from 19.00 - 22.00 hrs. Price: Baht 4,900++. Call 038 412 120 for more information and reservations.

Enjoy Christmas Day at the More Bar & Grill: On the 1st Day of Christmas, treat yourself and loved ones to a fabulous 6 course lunch. Think of traditional highlights with a twist. Fresh oysters wrapped in Parma ham, a salad of smoked salmon, prawns & cilantro served on a pepper puree, oven baked turkey & stuffing and homemade Christmas pudding, just to name a few! Dinner served from 12.00 - 15.00 hrs on December 25. Price Baht 750++. The More Bar & Grill is located at the front of the Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa on Pattaya 2nd Road. Call 038 412 120 for more information and reservations.

Amor Restaurant, a Pattaya landmark for almost 15 years, is celebrating Christmas with its famous Traditional Christmas Dinner on December 25 with two sittings at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. As always, for these special events, Amor has family style service where the waiters come to your table with platters and terrines, fresh and hot from the kitchen and you get to help yourself to as much as you want of everything. The waiters keep coming back with more as often as you like. The menu can be seen on the Amor Website at www.amorrestaurant.com. Reservations highly recommended, Tel. 038-710-680, mobile: 01-945-5396, email: [email protected] Pattayaland Soi 3, South Pattaya

New Year Events

Ring in the New Year with a lavish dinner party at the poolside of the Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa. This memorable night will take you back in time to the north, the south, the east and the center of Thailand. You will witness spectacular shows and performances featuring traditional Thai costumes, which represent each corner of the Kingdom. In the meantime, enjoy the chef’s exquisite New Year’s buffet, an irresistible feast not to be missed. The night will be fulfilled by a colorful display of bright fireworks. Date: December 31 from 6 p.m. until late! Price: baht 6,900++. Call 038 412 120 for more information and reservations.

The Thai Garden Resort will bid farewell to 2008 at their pool side with an exquisite international and Thai buffet with entertainment provided by the famous Folksmen Trio. THB 999- net per person, children from 4 - 12 years pay THB 499- and the very small guests are welcome free of charge. For reservations call Danilo at 038-370614-8 ext. 6666 or email: guestservice @thaigarden.com.

Amor Restaurant is celebrating New Year’s with its famous traditional New Year’s Eve dinner on December 31 with one sitting at 8 p.m. As always for these special events, Amor has family style service where you get to help yourself to as much as you want of everything: The waiters keep coming back with more as often as you like. The menu can be seen on the Amor website at www.amorrestaurant .com. Price baht 1,350+ per person. Reservations highly recommended, tel. 038-710-680, mobile: 01-945-5396, email: [email protected] Pattayaland Soi 3, South Pattaya.

Dining

The Bay Italian Restaurant invites you to sample some of Chef Claudio Mendini’s fine “foie gras” creations in December, made with only the freshest ingredients. Special dishes include: Foie gras with Barolo wine risotto, Pan-fried foie gras with wild mushrooms and truffle served with polenta and caramelized vegetables, foie gras Modena style in balsamic juice accompanied by leek mashed potatoes and vegetables and more! The Bay is located on the 3rd floor of Dusit Thani Pattaya. Open every day for lunch (11:30-2:30 pm) and dinner (6:30-10:00 pm). For more information and reservations, please call 0 3842 5611-7 ext. 2270

The Reva Beach Restaurant at Ravindra Resort & Spa Najomtein invites you to savor the taste of the sea! Enjoy a bountiful selection of fresh seafood prepared to your liking. Choose from a variety of mouth-watering appetizers and give-in to temptation with desserts worth dying for. All of this and an evening view of sunset. The Reva Beach Restaurant is open daily. Saturday night seafood 18.00-22.00. For reservations call (038) 235777.

If you are a fancier of Indian curries, come over to Taj the taste of India as it introduces a unique concept of ‘all you can eat’ dinner buffet. On offer: a wide range of appetizers, curries and Naan breads to choose from at only 395 baht per person. Every Friday from 18:30-22:30. Taj is located on 3rd Road opposite X-Zyte discotheque. For more information and reservations, please call 038-374744 or 086-951-1161 Mr. Karan.

At the Peak Chinese Restaurant in December, be amazed at how Chef Chi Tak Lai can make your dining memorable with the three set menus he has delicately prepared for you and your loved ones. His Menu A is called “Blue Lion” and it consists of pan fried stuffed bean curd with shrimps, braised minced fish soup, roasted Peking duck, stir-fried soft shell crab with XO sauce, fried rice ‘yan chow style’, with sweet sago in coconut milk for dessert. The other two menus are worth checking out too! Menu prices start at only 4,000 baht. The Peak Chinese Restaurant is on the 9th floor of Dusit Thani Pattaya. For dinner reservations please call +66 (0) 3842-5611 to 7, ext. 2276.

The Woodland Resort & Residence Suites’ new Grappa Restaurant features the flavor of Italy and famous Grappa wines. Open daily from 6 a.m. serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner until 11:30 p.m. Monthly special menu dinners are presented together with selected wine dinners, including a selection of original Italian flat dough pizza creations to enjoy. Available for parties and private functions. For reservations and information please call: 038 - 052295 up to 99 and ask for Grappa Restaurant.

From 5pm to 7pm daily at Manhattans you can select a two-course meal for 795 baht or a three-course meal for 895 baht all-inclusive. No service charge. No tax. Choose from four delicious starters, four mains and four desserts, the choice is all yours. Fine dining has never been so good at such great value. Sunday lunch from 12.30pm - 5.30pm: 2-course for 650 baht; 3-course only 795 baht. For bookings call 038-259-790.

Jomtien Boathouse has introduced a new live Elvis act every Monday and Tuesday evening at 9 pm. The talented Elvis Arthur will entertain you while dining under the stars on a great beachfront location on Jomtien Beach Road Soi 8. Every Wednesday and Thursday evening from 8 pm - 10 pm you can sing along to famous classics with the lovely performing duo Willy and Mandy. Be entertained while enjoying our great steaks and seafood menu. Reservations call 038 756 143.

Beni’s Buffet offers you a spectacular start to the weekend with an overwhelming selection of food, everywhere you look. Enjoy the best of Japanese cooking while you catch the action of the chefs; they will keep you entertained until you walk out the door! Beni’s is located on the 2nd floor of the Royal Garden Plaza - buffet served every Friday from 18.00 - 22.00 hrs. Price: Baht 1,499++ inclusive of selected beverages. For more information please call Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa 038 412 120.

Enjoy Sunday with your family and friends at Restaurant Casa Pascal. The Sunday Brunch & B.B.Q. features cold appetizers including smoked salmon, rock lobsters, prawns, crabs, great international salad bar & Thai salads, abundance of cold appetizers, live pasta & flamed beef & pork tenderloin station, soups and lots of other Asian and European main dishes, BBQ grill on the terrace (sausages, lamb cutlets, steaks, ribs), and of course the Sunday breakfast items. Great desserts such as chocolate mousse, creams, tarts, parfaits and a fruit pancake station will boost your appetite. Adults 899 baht net including a glass of house champagne, children (under 12) 599 baht net. Every Sunday 10:30 - 15:00. Casa Pascal now also offers a very attractive daily menu from 11.00 hrs until 19.00 hrs. You will find a great choice of 25 different appetizers, soups, main dishes & desserts: 2 courses - 350 baht, 3 courses - 420 baht, 4 courses - 490 baht. For reservations call 038 723 660, 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: 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 the Irish Pub has a host of Daily Specials at 195 baht including on Monday: Fillet Steak Special, Tuesday: Roast Chicken with all the trimmings; 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 375 Baht, children 150 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. Tel. (038) 361 874, e-mail: info@jamesons-pattaya. com, Website: www.jamesons -pattaya.com

Entertainment

Do you sing to relax? If the answer is yes, visit the Solaris Pub & Karaoke at the Ravindra Resort & Spa Najomtein. Unwind in a friendly atmosphere with a comprehensive list of international songs, state- of-the art audio-visual equipment, plus a good deal of freebie and special privileges for everyone: Private room available. Contact 038-235777 for further details.

Thursday is Ladies Night at More Bar & Grill: 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.

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.

Calling all musicians and singers: Need a venue to jam with other like minded people? Why not go to Robin Hood Bar in Jomtien and join the jamming sessions every Friday evening from 7pm onwards. 10% of all the takings will be donated to Mercy Center. So come and join in and support in helping the underprivileged in Pattaya. For more information, contact Dave on 0868 213 202 or Kavita on [email protected]

Enjoy live, world-class music at the Jazz Pit Pub on Soi 5, Second Road, every night of the week.  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 Joint Foreign Chambers of Commerce in Thailand (JFCCT) in cooperation with Raimon Land PLC are holding an Eastern Seaboard Christmas Networking Evening on Friday December 12 from 6 p.m. at Northpoint show suites on Wong-Amat Beach off Naklua Road Soi 18. Raimon Land is sponsoring beverages and snacks from 6 p.m. Entry is free of charge for all attending; however, as a courtesy to the host and sponsor all those planning to attend must book in advance. Members please book on-line at the BCCT website www.bccthai.com; non-members please email: [email protected]

The Pattaya Players Christmas production “A Dickens’ Christmas Carol” will be held December 12-14 at Bangkok Hospital Pattaya. There will be two evening performances starting at 7 p.m. on Friday, December 12 and Saturday, December 13. In addition, there will be a matinee performance on Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m. Tickets are priced at 300 baht for adults and 200 baht for children (under the age of 12). All seating is general admission and the doors to the house will open at 6:30 p.m. To reserve your tickets call Jacinta Farragher on 086 997 0671.

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. [email protected], Website: www.liamsgallery.com

Heineken Greenspace Party II – Music Beyond Borders at Ocean Marina Yacht Club, Saturday 13 December, from 4 PM – 3 AM. A two stage music event of 5 local band and 3 international bands.  Music will include dance, rock, acoustic and reggae. Band line-up includes T-Bone, Bee Beerapat, RadKlao, Etc. & Lula, Crystal Night, Club 8, Prince Fatty & Little Roy. The concept of the event will be “Fisherman Village” and will include both seafood and BBQ provided by the OMYC.  Tickets are VIP and only available to Greenspace members although VIP tickets can be acquired through a special offer by OMYC. By coming and trying out the new menu at The Captain’s Table Restaurant of the OMYC, two tickets will be given to any table that spends 2000 THB or more on food. This event is expecting between 5000 to 6000 people. Call 038 237 310 for more information.

Promotions

The Montien Hotel, Pattaya introduces a double Bonus Card promotion: In the Marco Polo Chinese Restaurant have your card stamped on each 1,000 baht spent and for your 10th stamp get a bonus of 1,000 baht discount. For the theme buffet dinner, have your card stamped each visit and on your 9th visit one person can eat free: Valid from now till December 31, 2008. For reservations please call 038-428155, 038-361340 ext 1620-21, e-mail; [email protected]