Stop Press: Now Open – its own Gastro-Shop
by Mick and Di, The Food Lovers
thefoodloverspattayatoday@msn.com
Decidedly tucked away down an inconspicuous soi off Pratanmak Hill sits this much treasured restaurant. You certainly wouldn’t come across it by chance; you’ll need detailed instructions to find it and also the wherewithal to know that it is closed Tuesdays and [...]
International Cuisine with Swedish Flair
by Mick and Di, The Food Lovers
thefoodloverspattayatoday@msn.com
Per and Pelle, the charismatic past owners of News Café on Thappraya Road, have recently opened their latest venture – Akvavit Grill & Bar on Jomtien Beach Road. The lavish frontage is an eye- catching LED lit bar swathed in changing colours and light. A [...]
WONDER OF ASIA
Still suffering from post-holiday blues? Ready to de-stress without going overboard on your budget? Sri Lanka might be a good travel option to start your 2012 journey.
Sri Lanka, formerly known as Ceylon, is a country set in the Indian Ocean in South Asia. The tropical island lies in the vicinity of India and [...]
BARGAIN BITES TO REMEMBER IN 2011
by Mick and Di, The Food Lovers
thefoodloverspattayatoday@msn.com
As the continuing credit crunch takes a bite out of the restaurant trade (and our disposable incomes) we look back over the restaurants which we reviewed in 2011 which, in our opinion, offer solutions to the question of where to go to get value [...]
Planning a trip to London for the Olympics?
Here it is, a round-up on the 2012 Olympics in London that covers ticket costs, free events, buying tickets, and how to avoid falling prey to one of the many London scams.
Ticket prices and special offers
Organizers have stated that ticket prices for the London event will range between [...]
Promises Merriment, Magic and More
by Francom Asia
From now until Jan 1, 2012, Hong Kong goes on full festive mode with exciting family activities, sparkling decorations, children’s entertainment, Christmas carols and live music for one and all.
With sure signs of Christmas already in sight, now’s the time to plan a holiday spree that can be enjoyed [...]
A Stellar Experience
by Mick and Di, The Food Lovers
thefoodloverspattayatoday@msn.com
‘Tis the season – and at such celebratory times of the year we are forgiven for loosening the purse strings and indulging ourselves. Where better to indulge your culinary fantasies this Christmas than at the iconic restaurant, The Royal Grill Room & Wine Cellar.
It is located, ground [...]
Offers Flair, Flamboyance and Finesse
Mick and Di, The Food Lovers
Raise your eyes skywards over Central Festival shopping complex and there ascending 34 levels into the heavens is sited the most futuristically designed hotel to enter Pattaya’s hospitality destinations. Unbelievably it is already a year since their doors were opened for the first time. Today the [...]
Founded in 1070–72 by the Almoravids, Marrakesh remained a political, economic and cultural centre for a long period. Its influence was felt throughout the western Muslim world, from North Africa to Andalusia. It has several impressive monuments dating from that period: the Koutoubiya Mosque, the Kasbah, the battlements, monumental doors, gardens, etc. Later architectural jewels [...]
Pizzas (and much more!) on the Seashore
by Mick and Di, The Food Lovers
thefoodloverspattayatoday@msn.com
This laid-back, rustic beach cafe is as friendly as it is atmospheric and unique. Set on an almost unknown stretch of beach at Na Jomtien, it is the perfect place to take it easy, enjoy a bite and an [...]
