Dream Hotel Bangkok, in cooperation with The Bangkok Tango community, invites you to heat up the dancing floor during “The 3rd Tango Fiesta” at Flava Restaurant and Bar, 6 p.m.-midnight, on Oct. 27.
“Tango Night” will feature dance workshops as well as performances by renowned international dance teachers and local artists, with the highlight being the special show by popular Argentine couple, maestros Julieta Biscione and Roberto Castillo. They developed their tango from some of the top teachers and choreographers of Tango Argentino such as Carlos Rivarola, Carlos and Rosa Peréz, and have danced at important theatres and tango festivals in Switzerland, USA, Brazil, China, France and many countries. A popular DJ will spin music to get you into the swing, and there will be free tango lessons (for all levels), and a workshop for beginners at 6:30 -7:30 p.m.
Tickets, at Bt750 net per person, can be purchased at the hotel or at the entrance. Tickets are inclusive of one drink and cocktail food as well as discounted drink menu. Drop your business card or ticket filled in with name and e-mail address to get a chance to win many prizes.
Where: Dream Hotel Bangkok, Sukhumvit 15 // Contact: 02-254-8500 or e-mail: info@dreambkk.com
Conrad Bangkok welcomes the arrival of Claudia Edward, a glamorous diva from Sta. Lucia. Edward will entertain guests at the Diplomat Bar of the Conrad Bangkok until end of November. You can enjoy her soothing, sultry sounds Mondays to Saturdays, from 8 p.m. onwards. Edward began performing professionally since 14. Throughout the years, she perfected her singing by performing in various showcases in places such as Barbados, Costa Rica, New York, and Grenada. She also has released numerous records and was nominated for the “Best Female Artist of the Year” in 2004. In 2005, she toured Europe, playing the main role in Nobel Laureate Sir Derek Walcott‘s “Helen of Troy.”
Guests can enjoy Diplomat’s daily happy hour “Sundowners” promotion, including 50% discount off selected cocktails, wine by the glass, house pour spirits, and beers from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Diplomat’s Bar, Conrad Bangkok, All Seasons Place, Wireless Road (BTS: Ploenchit) // Contact: 02-690-9999 or e-mail: bkkci.diplomat@conradhotels.com
Avis Ellis is wrapping up her three-month stint at the Bamboo Bar of The Mandarin Oriental Bangkok by the end of this month. The award-winning American jazz singer performs nightly from 9 p.m. onwards except Sundays. Avis is well known in the Los Angeles music industry and the entertainment capital of the world Las Vegas. She started singing at a very young age. After studying opera and classical music in college, Avis sang in various nightclubs in the Los Angeles area. Then she ventured overseas where she enjoyed similar success before returning again to the U.S. for more accomplishments. In 2007, she won the “Best Tribute Artist” award in Las Vegas. Catch this inimitable jazz diva at Bamboo Bar. Where: Bamboo Bar, The Mandarin Oriental Bangkok // Contact: 02-659-9000, ext. “Bamboo Bar”
ive on stage every night and tickets are only Bt250 net inclusive of one drink on Oct. 29 and 30. On Oct. 31 tickets are Bt350 net, inclusive of one drink. Get into Halloween costume and join the “zombies.” To find out more about the weekly privileges contact Concept CM2 nightly after 6 p.m. or visit www.CM2bkk.comWhere: Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square, Siam Square Soi 6 (BTS: Siam) // Contact: 02-209-8888, ext. CM2
A glamorous setting on the 54th floor and a stunning view stretching up to 360 degrees of downtown Bangkok – that’s Fifty Five. “Wine Angels” serve you the finest reds and whites from a two-storey Wine Cellar. Fifty-Five gives you a chance to hire the whole restaurant for up to 150 guests, may it be for your own private cocktail evening, wedding reception, or a full sit-down dinner. The best part is: With no charge. Except the minimum spending on food and beverages to be Bt350,000. The offer is available until the end of December. Where: Fifty Five Restaurant, 54-55/F, Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Center at CentralWorld (BTS: Siam) // Contact: 02-100-1234
On Oct. 18, put on a fake moustache and join L’Appart at the fun and frivolous “Moustache Party Friday.” There’ll be special guest DJs at the decks with an awesome playlist of top tracks, and cool drinks promotions to get you in the swing of things. Partygoers can also enjoy fun games for a truly unforgettable night. Entry to party is Bt300++ including one complimentary drink.Where: L’Appart – 32nd Floor, Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit (BTS: Nana) // Contact: 02-126-9999, ext L’Appart or e-mail: H5213-FB10@sofitel.com
