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Memorable Full Moon Dinner at Kata Rocks
Memorable Full Moon Dinner at Kata Rocks
Executive Chef Laia is delighted to host an unforgettable Full Moon Dinner 'On the Rocks' in a secluded location right by the sea. Celebrate the event under the romantic light of a full moon with our exclusive gourmet three course 'Full Moon' inspired menu. It begins with a starter choice of marinated flash-seared salmon skewer with sour cream, salmon roe and dill, or crab tartar with green apple, fennel and avocado. The main course offers either poached Boston Lobster, tagliatelle and bisque emulsion or grilled Wagyu Rib Eye with Portobello Mushrooms and truffled mashed potatoes. Vanilla panna cotta with raspberry sorbet and fresh berries plus coffee and petit fours complete this incredible dining experience. Kata Rocks' 'Dining On the Rocks' is the ultimate destination dining experience in Phuket. Seaside candlelit meals start as the sun sets into the Andaman Sea with scenic Koh Poo in the foreground. The special Full Moon Dinner 'On the Rocks' is priced at THB 3,500++ with drink pairing options available. Seating is limited to 24 guests and advanced reservation is required. For information or reservations kindly email dining@katarocks.com or call (66) 076 370777.
Facebook suffers worst outage in its history
Facebook suffers worst outage in its history
SAN FRANCISCO: Facebook grappled with challenges on two fronts Wednesday (Mar 13). An hours-long outage and intensified scrutiny from investigators reportedly probing data deals struck by the world’s largest social network.
Baby elephants at shopping plaza raise concerns
Baby elephants at shopping plaza raise concerns
PHUKET: Two baby elephants seen outside a shopping plaza in Mai Khao, at the northern end of the island, are in good care, but their legal status has yet to be confirmed, the Phuket livestock chief has told The Phuket News.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Bombers disguised as women? Tourist quota at Similans! Where is the accused murderer? || March 14
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Bombers disguised as women? Tourist quota at Similans! Where is the accused murderer? || March 14
PHUKET XTRA - March 14 Summer storm warning! |:| Where is the accused Greek murderer? |:| Similan Islands to limit tourists. For real |:| Bomb suspects dressed as women |:| Thailand bans plane |:| Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
2 Major Freshwater Fishing
2 Major Freshwater Fishing
June 30th and July 6th. 2 Major freshwater Fishing Events at the amazing Exotic Fishing Thailand. Huge prizes valued at 1 million Thai Baht. Free entry for spectators, great afternoon out for the family.
Court gives Similan Islands green light to limit visitors
Court gives Similan Islands green light to limit visitors
BANGKOK: The Similan Islands can limit the number of visitors to prevent environmental damage, the Supreme Administrative Court has ruled.
California suspends death penalty
California suspends death penalty
LOS ANGELES: State governor Gavin Newsom imposed a moratorium on carrying out the death penalty in California on Wednesday (Mar 13), granting a reprieve to 737 condemned inmates – the largest death row population in the United States.
Phuket police wait as Greek murder suspect remains at large abroad
Phuket police wait as Greek murder suspect remains at large abroad
PHUKET: The Chief of the Cherng Talay Police today confirmed that he has yet to be informed of any updates on the international hunt for Greek national Dimitrios Chairopoulos, who is wanted for the murder of local beautician Niramon Aewkaew in Phuket last month.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Baby drowns! Worst air pollution in world? Kamala’s sewage solution? || March 13
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Baby drowns! Worst air pollution in world? Kamala’s sewage solution? || March 13
PHUKET XTRA - March 13 Kamala’s wastewater treatment plant |:| Baby in stroller drowns |:| Fatal crashes in Koh Kaew, Rawai |:| Link between student & bombs? |:| Chiang Mai, worst air pollution in world? Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Thailand bans Boeing 737 MAX flights for 7 days
Thailand bans Boeing 737 MAX flights for 7 days
BANGKOK: The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand said today (Mar 13) it is suspending the use of the Boeing Co’s 737 MAX 9 due to safety concerns.
Phuket, Andaman coast issued ‘Summer Storm Warning’
Phuket, Andaman coast issued ‘Summer Storm Warning’
PHUKET: The Thai Meteorological Department Southern Meteorological Center (West Coast), based near Phuket International Airport, has issued as “Summer Storm Warning” for all provinces along the Andaman coast.
Phuket bag first league win
Phuket bag first league win
PHUKET: Phuket City FC, officially known as Banbueng FC, won their first league game on Saturday (Mar 8) with a home win over Chamchuri United.
Kamala to get B58mn wastewater plant
Kamala to get B58mn wastewater plant
PHUKET: Construction of Kamala’s first wastewater-treatment plant began this week, with the B58 million facility scheduled for completion by February next year. The news comes after another week of black wastewater from Pak Bang Canal at the southern end of Kamala fouling the water at the popular tourist beach.
Scheduled blackout for Baan Manik, Thalang
Scheduled blackout for Baan Manik, Thalang
PHUKET: The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) Thalang office has announced that the electricity supply will be temporarily shut off in parts along Srisoonthorn Rd in Thalang on Friday (Mar 15) as works are carried out on high-voltage power operation
British parliament rejects Brexit deal for second time
British parliament rejects Brexit deal for second time
LONDON: British MPs resoundingly rejected Prime Minister Theresa May’s Brexit deal for a second time on Tuesday (Mar 12), plunging the country into further uncertainty just 17 days before it is due to split from the European Union.
Chiang Mai air pollution worst in the world
Chiang Mai air pollution worst in the world
CHIANG MAI: Forest fires have sent air quality in nine provinces to a level considered harmful to people’s health, as cities in the North like Chiang Mai registered air quality that was among the world’s worst.
Phuket police mobilise in pre-election security campaign
Phuket police mobilise in pre-election security campaign
PHUKET: A total of 245 Phuket police, law-enforcement officers and volunteers assembled at Phuket City Police Station in Phuket Town yesterday evening (Mar 11) to receive their orders to suppress crime and keep the peace as the country goes to the polls on March 24.
Phuket superyacht arrivals set record in Thailand
Phuket superyacht arrivals set record in Thailand
PHUKET: The growing number of superyachts visiting Phuket has set a new record, with 36 superyachts occupying berths at Yacht Haven Marina just last month. The news comes as Phuket’s marine industry continues to expand with facilities and services for the high-end marine market.
British motorcyclist dies in Rawai crash
British motorcyclist dies in Rawai crash
PHUKET: A 70-year-old British man has died after his motorbike hit a pickup truck in Rawai yesterday afternoon (Mar 11).
‘Ghost rider’ dies after Koh Kaew collision
‘Ghost rider’ dies after Koh Kaew collision
PHUKET: A motorcyclist driving against traffic has died after colliding with a car in Koh Kaew last night (Mar 11).