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Refresh your passion for Wondering what
multicultural cuisines with to do before your The joyous festival of Diwali gets its name from the
an epicurean avalanche of Diwali festivities row (avali) of clay lamps (deepa) that we light outside
a la carte buffet selections begin? Well, fear our homes to symbolise the inner light that protects
prepared a la minute at not, because the us from spiritual darkness. Diwali is the celebration
Latest Recipe at Le Meridien Westin Pool Party is of the Hindu New Year where we embark on spring
Bangkok, available throughout this month. Executive here to fill that void. The party takes place at the Westin cleaning and don our most colourful outfits to seek
Chef Marco Cammarata curates this unique buffet Grand Sukhumvit Bangkok, from 2pm to 9pm, and the divine blessings
concept with innovative flavours and health-conscious features a variety of pool bar refreshments and classic of Goddess
dishes. The list begins with protein-rich quinoa, poolside bites. There will also be an exciting line up of Lakshmi. The five
energizing almonds, and detoxing mushrooms and DJs, including DJ Groove, DJ Natsha, DJ Sammy, and DJ days of Diwali
moves onto white anchovy, rosemary-smoked bacon Dee Iris, to get the party started. Open bar is from 2pm are abuzz with
and sustainable home cured salmon. Save for a to 3pm, with special drink offers available throughout shopping for gold,
scrumptious meal during lunch, dinner or brunch the day. Entrance fee is B400 and includes one welcome creating beautiful
where the chefs prepare your food at live stations and drink. For more information or reservations, call 02 207 rangolis, meeting
tableside. The international lunch and dinner buffet, 8000 or email fb.bangkok@westin.com. your family and friends, enjoying mouth-watering
weekend seafood dinner buffet, and healthy Sunday feasts and playing with fireworks. Bangkok is also lively
Brunch ranges from B1,100++ per person to B1,800++ Prepare for a festive night at Shaan-E-Diwali this time of the year with several community events
per person. For more information or reservations, call presented by the Thai Sindhi Association. This lined up to bring in this auspicious festival. Masala
02 232 8888 or email dining.lmbkk@lemeridien.com. Diwali extravaganza wishes everyone a blessed and happy Diwali!
2 MON d AY takes place at Celebrate your Diwali party
InterContinental
Hotel Bangkok.
Cocktails begin at at Maya at the Holiday
Back by popular demand, Studio Inn Bangkok Sukhumvit.
June Fifth presents an-all new 7pm, while an array Enjoy the wonderful
Six to Nine collection – bringing of mouth-watering moments in your life
together pure fabrics, rich textures food is available from 8pm onwards. There will also be inspired by the Festival of
and a classic Indian sensibility with entertaining performances starting at 8.30pm. Tickets Lights with Chef Hardip
contemporary cuts and silhouettes. are priced at B1,499 for adults, and B999 for children Bhatia’s celebration menu
Six to Nine is inspired by the belief below 12 years old. For more information or tickets, that blends traditional
that you don’t have to wait for a call Deepak at 089 810 0652 or Nanik at 081 315 7550. flavours with his unique
wedding, Diwali or Eid event to modern style. Choose
look your fabulous best. Come by 11 from a special Afternoon Tea Diwali package, priced at
to the Open House today at the Studio June Fifth store w E d NE sd AY B650 (vegetarian) and B700 (non-vegetarian), or the
in Sukhumvit Soi 39, from 11am to 5.30pm. Let’s enjoy dinner package, priced at B750 (vegetarian) and B900
this exhibition with some tasty wine and delicious Continue the festive net (non-vegetarian). The packages are available only
finger food. For more information, visit their Facebook season at Rang Mahal until the end of November. For more information or
page Six to Nine by Studio June Fifth. in Rembrandt Hotel reservations, call 02 683 4888.
Bangkok for an
4 w E d NE sd AY unforgettable dining This Diwali, clean
experience curated by
Chef Rajan Misra. The out your closet! The
The Dubai Bazaar is back with a bang! Come by the dinner will feature a Swap ‘til you Drop!
shopping fiesta to enjoy its Diwali edition with more wide selection of Indian event allows you
than 50 exhibitors from street food such as Soojiya paneer tikka (fresh cottage to do exactly that.
Bangkok, India, Dubai, cheese mildly spiced and barbecued in a tandoor) Bring a bag or two of
Pakistan and Bangladesh. and Malmalai seekh kebab (minced mutton skewered clothes that you no
Dazzle in an array of and finished in a clay oven), tasty authentic curries longer wear or want, and swap it for new ones. There will
beautiful and trendy including Murgh makhanwala and Subz biryani, as well be dresses, tops, bottoms, shoes, accessories and other
designer wear, spectacular as a specially handcrafted Mithai (sweets) platter. random clothing items for you to choose from. Soledad
jewellery, home décor The special Diwali promotion is available from today Designs, LLC will be available for short consultations
products, herbal items, kitchenware, Diwali décor, gift until the 19th, from 5pm to 11.30pm, at B1400 per on how to revamp or restyle your newfound pieces. The
items and more. Ladies will also get free henna on their person. For more information or reservations, email event takes place at The Home BKK on Sukhumvit Soi 23
hands for Karva Chauth. The exhibition is on from today restaurantreservations@rembrandtbkk.com. from 7pm to 11pm. Entry is B300 per person and includes
to tomorrow from 10.30am to 6.30pm at Rembrandt free flow sangria and finger food. For more information,
Hotel Bangkok. For more information, contact the call Jessica at 092 064 7615 or visit their Facebook page
organisers Rattana at 081 817 2275 or Joe at 081 171 7005. 14 s A T u R d AY Swap ‘til you Drop!
6 FRI d AY The highly awaited Masala 4

Diwali Ball is back! This s A T u R d AY
The fun of Navratri continues exclusive event takes place The doors open next month on November 4th for a
this month with a weekend today at the luxurious and spectacular experience by acclaimed Indian violinist,
of dandiya and garba. Enjoy centrally located Sofitel composer and conductor, Dr. L.
the festivities at the fifth Raas Bangkok Sukhumvit from Subramaniam. The acclaimed
Garba night at Ambassador 8pm onwards. Indulge in an performer is trained in classical
Hotel Bangkok (Sukhumvit Soi 11), exciting and unique spread Carnatic music and Western
organised by The Saurashtra Patel Samaj – Bangkok, of international cuisine from classical music, renowned for
along with Signature Group and Suihiang Jewellery. Bangkok’s leading restaurants his compositions in orchestral
Indulge in a scrumptious spread of Thai, Indian, and enjoy the open bar with fusion. The fusion concert
Lebanese and Italian cuisine as you get ready for some an assortment of premium beverages. Get ready for with Dr. L. Subramaniam and
disco and dandiya in a lively family atmosphere. The some exciting entertainment from India with lots more Troupe will perform as a part of
event begins at 7pm on both nights. Tickets are priced Diwali surprises coming your way. Tickets are priced the Festival of India. The event
B1,000 inclusive of water, tea, coffee and soft drinks, at B2,000 for adults and B1,400 for children under 12 takes place at the Thailand
while the additional cost for food ranges from B25 years old. For more information or tickets, contact Cultural Center from 6.30pm onwards. Entry is free
to B100. For more information or tickets, call the Raghav at 02 2539663 or email raghav@masalathai.com. and reservations can be made on
organisers at 086 889 9030 or 081 824 7051. www.ticketmelon.com/event/fusionconcert.

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