Weekendin Singapore Dec '14 | Issue 09 | Seite 128

intheTRAVEL intheTRAVEL Festive Celebrations at The Peninisula Bangkok TREES OF HOPE 1 to 25 December 2013 As part of The Peninsula Bangkok’s evocation of the Christmas spirit, the hotel will invite guests to contribute to Trees of Hope, The Peninsula Hotels’ campaign to support the Make-A-Wish® Foundation, an organisation that makes wishes come true for local children with life-threatening medical conditions. In step with other Peninsula Hotels worldwide, The Peninsula Bangkok will sell ornaments to be displayed on its Christmas Tree, with all proceeds donated to the campaign. Guests can purchase the ornaments at The Lobby and The Peninsula Boutique at THB 250 per piece. TEDDY BEAR AFTERNOON TEA 14 and 15 December 2013 The Peninsula Bangkok invites guests to bring their teddy bears to the hotel for a Teddy Bear Afternoon Tea in The Lobby, where bears and guests alike can soak up the wonderful seasonal atmosphere around the hotel’s Christmas Tree. Diners can enjoy panoramic views of the Chao Phraya River while sampling festive sweets, savoury pastries and chocolates from the special Teddy Bear Afternoon Tea menu. For every Afternoon Tea purchased, a donation will be made to UNICEF Thailand. The teas will be held from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm, dress is smart casual (for bears and humans at THB 1,290 nett per person. Weekendin 126 A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS EVE 24 December 2013 On Christmas Eve, The Peninsula Bangkok will abound with yuletide spirit and seasonal traditions, including an assortment of tempting menus created by our Executive Chef. At The Peninsula Lawn and River Cafe & Terrace, a gala dinner buffet - with live music from a 12-piece orchestra and contemporary Thai performances—will be served from 7:00 pm onwards. At Thiptara, there will be a six-course Thai set menu in a traditional setting, with contemporary Thai dances. Both menus are priced at THB 5,990 nett per person. The Lobby Terrace will offer a six-course western set menu, accompanied by live performances from a 12-piece orchestra (THB 7,990 nett for adults per person for food only, and THB 11,990 nett per person including unlimited soft drinks and selected wines). The dress code is elegant casual throughout and there will be a special appearance by Santa Claus at all venues. CHRISTMAS AFTERNOON TEA 24 and 25 December 2013 In the Lobby, Christmas Afternoon Tea will be served to ease guests into a holiday mood, complete with entertainment from a live jazz band and a special appearance by Santa Claus. The Christmas Afternoon Tea will be available from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm (THB 1,290 nett per person) and the dress code is smart casual. CHRISTMAS BUFFET BRUNCH 25 December 2013 Guests can savour a fabulous Christmas Day buffet brunch with their family at the River Cafe & Terrace, served in a charming setting alongside the Chao Phraya River (THB 3,290 nett for adults and THB 1,645 nett for children aged from six to 12). The dress code is smart casual and service is offered from 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm. NEW YEAR’S EVE AT THE PENINSULA BANGKOK 31 December 2013 With a choice of gala dinners, dancing and live music, The Peninsula Bangkok is a spectacular venue to welcome the New Year. Guests can give the old year a thunderous send-off as they welcome 2014 with a dazzling fireworks display above the majestic Chao Phraya River. At The Peninsula Lawn and River Cafe & Terrace, a gala dinner buffet will be accompanied by delightful live music from a 28-piece orchestra. Dining (THB 16,990 nett for adults and THB 8,495 nett for children aged from six to 12). NEW YEAR’S DAY BRUNCH 1 January 2014 The Peninsula Bangkok’s River Cafe & Terrace will welcome 2014 with a fun-filled New Year’s Day Brunch. Guests can start the New Year in style, dining on a wide selection of delectable cuisine, either al fresco or indoors, while enjoying views of the Chao Phraya River. The brunch runs from 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm (THB 3,090 nett for adults and THB 1,545 nett for children aged from six to 12). The dress code is smart casual. HAMPERS GALORE 1 to 26 December 2013 The Peninsula Bangkok’s Festive Hampers are the perfect gift to give this Christmas or New Year. Guests can customise the hampers with a variety of à la carte, items with a delightful mix of holiday favourites and products exclusive to The Peninsula Bangkok. Hampers will be available daily from 10:00 am to 9:00 pm at The Peninsula Boutique. For more information or to place an order, please call +66 (2) 626 1841 or e-mail diningpbk@peninsula.com. At Thiptara, a six-course Thai set menu, enlivened by contemporary Thai dance performances (THB 14,990 nett per person). The Lobby Terrace will offer a six-course western set menu accompanied by a live orchestra (THB 16,990 nett per person). Mei Jiang will delight guests with a six-course New Year’s Eve Chinese feast (THB 9,990 nett per person). The dress code at all venues is elegant casual and all diners can enjoy the spectacular fireworks display over the Chao Phraya River as the clock counts down to midnight. 127 Weekendin