tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-371191022008-09-05T19:05:49.767+07:00Tuskers BarTuskers is a Chiang Mai pub offering five star quality at 2 star prices!Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.comBlogger69125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37119102.post-69345815770922597432008-09-05T18:54:00.002+07:002008-09-05T19:05:49.773+07:00The Best Place to Watch the Ryder Cup in Chiang MaiSeptember 19th- 21st sees the 37th Ryder Cup the most hotly contested team tournament in world golf. Having won five of the last six Europe are the hot favourites especially in light of the absence if Tiger Woods but the USA are on home territory and competition is sure to be fierce.<br />Tuskers will be showing the Ryder Cup in Chiang Mai including both live and recorded coverage.<br />Don't miss it,Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37119102.post-33652910266540669812008-01-06T19:08:00.000+07:002008-01-06T19:41:03.578+07:00Chiang Mai ToyRide a Great Success!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp1.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/R4DJkbwuYGI/AAAAAAAAAKQ/y1CXUmTEKYE/s1600-h/P1000586.JPG"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="http://bp1.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/R4DJkbwuYGI/AAAAAAAAAKQ/y1CXUmTEKYE/s320/P1000586.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5152339601476444258" border="0" /></a><br />The inaugural <a href="http://www.chiangmaitoyride.com/">Chiang Mai ToyRide</a> took place earlier today and was a triumphant success. Two hundred plus bikers toured around Chiang Mai city with some completing a wider circuit up to Samoeng.<br />There was an enormous array of bikes from Harleys and BMW's, to custom built choppers, small bikes and vespas. Most of the major bike groups and clubs in Chiang Mai took part and made it a colourful and stunning spectacle. The parade of motorcycles made there way to a party at Lake Huai Tung Tao.<br />Each rider brought at least one toy to give to disadvantaged children, with some being extremely generous over 500 toys were collected making an enormous pile which lit up the eyes of sixty children from the <span class="BodyText">Pongsawan Community Development Center and Garden Orphanage. The highlight of the day was when the children were allowed to choose a toy from the pile. The party continued with a clown, live music and games for 60 very happy kids!<br />The remaining toys and more purchased with profits from the event will be distributed through non profit corporation, <a href="http://www.giveandlive.org/">Give and Live</a> to other disadvantaged children in Chiang Mai.<br />Many thanks to all those that organised and participated in this event - everyone will surely be looking forward to next year.<br />The slideshow below features some pictures from the day. Drag you cursor over the photos to freeze on any particular picture.<br /><br /><br /></span> <br /><p style="visibility: visible;"><object type="application/x-shockwave-flash" data="http://widget-37.slide.com/widgets/slideticker.swf" style="width: 500px; height: 375px;" height="375" width="500"><param name="movie" value="http://widget-37.slide.com/widgets/slideticker.swf"><param name="quality" value="high"><param name="scale" value="noscale"><param name="salign" value="l"><param name="wmode" value="transparent"> <param name="flashvars" value="cy=ms&amp;il=1&amp;channel=576460752330133815&amp;site=widget-37.slide.com"></object></p><p><a href="http://www.slide.com/pivot?cy=ms&amp;ad=0&amp;id=576460752330133815&amp;map=1" target="_blank"><img src="http://widget-37.slide.com/p1/576460752330133815/ms_t000_v000_a000_f00/images/xslide1.gif" ismap="ismap" border="0" /></a> <a href="http://www.slide.com/pivot?cy=ms&amp;ad=0&amp;id=576460752330133815&amp;map=2" target="_blank"><img src="http://widget-37.slide.com/p2/576460752330133815/ms_t000_v000_a000_f00/images/xslide2.gif" ismap="ismap" border="0" /></a></p><p></p>Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37119102.post-23966090825382524372007-11-18T06:37:00.000+07:002007-11-18T06:45:54.111+07:00'In It to Win' It Draw Starts with a Triple Rollover!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp3.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/Rz986NCy7TI/AAAAAAAAAKI/BtOr2r8CYtU/s1600-h/churchill+poster250.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="http://bp3.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/Rz986NCy7TI/AAAAAAAAAKI/BtOr2r8CYtU/s400/churchill+poster250.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5133959439601298738" border="0" /></a><br />Yesterday saw the first Tuskers <span style="font-weight: bold;">In It To Win It</span> cash draw. The promotion rewards customers for spending throughout the week with the chance to win three cash prizes.<br />Despite a good turnout all three winning tickets were unclaimed and all three prizes rollover to next week.<br />Saturday 24th In It To Win It prizes double bubble -<br />1st - 1,000 baht<br />2nd - 600 baht<br />3rd - 300 baht<br /><br />For full rules and information check out the <a href="http://tuskersbar.com/index.php?page=inittowinit">In It To Win</a> It page on our main website.Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37119102.post-29274254993445709182007-11-11T10:10:00.000+07:002007-11-18T06:46:44.711+07:00Chiang Mai Teachers' Night a Success<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp2.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/RzZ4FmnYhTI/AAAAAAAAAKA/5kl1m0RDsM8/s1600-h/patrick.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="http://bp2.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/RzZ4FmnYhTI/AAAAAAAAAKA/5kl1m0RDsM8/s320/patrick.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5131420863095670066" border="0" /></a><br />Tuskers first night for teachers in Chiang Mai was a great success with over 50 expat teachers attending from a wide number of educational institutions in town including both Thai and international schools. Those attending were treated to a free dinner and a ridiculously large discount on their drink! Teachers were also given a parting gift courtesy of <a href="http://www.shambles.net/">shambles.net,</a> Asia's leading website for educators.<br />Unfortunately the evening was lessened by the absence of the legendary Ajarn Mark who left Chiang Mai last month. Since his departure Tuskers has missed a good drunken late night sing-a-long but we were treated to a rousing version of Wild Rover led by the irrepressible visiting Scot Patrick in a performance that brought the house down!<br />Tusker is planning another <a href="http://tuskersbar.com/index.php?page=teachersnightchiangmai">Chiang Mai Teachers' night</a> with a Christmas party in December - details to follow shortly.Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37119102.post-84549331184469977232007-11-08T13:11:00.000+07:002007-11-08T13:23:09.844+07:00Chiang Mai Sunday BBQ's at TuskersOur Sunday BBQ season kicks off this week with an all day party. We start with a massive series of promotions and every week we will offer at least 5 great BBQ choices to choose from. Customers can either pay for items individually or take advantage of our special offer of all you can eat for just 349 baht or our amazing all day offer of all you can eat and drink for only 999 baht.<br />With those choices there is definitely something for everyone!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp1.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/RzKrBWnYhQI/AAAAAAAAAJo/jXr_SA8slDc/s1600-h/BBQ+party+special+offer.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://bp1.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/RzKrBWnYhQI/AAAAAAAAAJo/jXr_SA8slDc/s400/BBQ+party+special+offer.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5130350965267399938" border="0" /></a>Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37119102.post-36907383440925139742007-11-03T20:22:00.000+07:002007-11-03T20:26:14.953+07:00Ajarn Mark's Leaving PartySorry I have been very tawdry about getting Ajarn Mark's leaving party pictures up. It goes without saying that we miss him enormously and await his return with great anticipation!<br /><p style="visibility:visible;"><object type="application/x-shockwave-flash" data="http://widget-ec.slide.com/widgets/slideticker.swf" height="320" width="426" style="width:426px;height:320px"><param name="movie" value="http://widget-ec.slide.com/widgets/slideticker.swf" /><param name="quality" value="high" /><param name="scale" value="noscale" /><param name="salign" value="l" /><param name="wmode" value="transparent"/> <param name="flashvars" value="cy=ms&il=1&channel=576460752328195564&site=widget-ec.slide.com"/></object><p><a href="http://www.slide.com/pivot?cy=ms&ad=0&id=576460752328195564&map=1" target="_blank"><img src="http://widget-ec.slide.com/p1/576460752328195564/ms_t001_v000_a000_f00/images/xslide1.gif" border="0" ismap="ismap" /></a> <a href="http://www.slide.com/pivot?cy=ms&ad=0&id=576460752328195564&map=2" target="_blank"><img src="http://widget-ec.slide.com/p2/576460752328195564/ms_t001_v000_a000_f00/images/xslide2.gif" border="0" ismap="ismap" /></a></p></p>Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37119102.post-62260313669364583732007-11-03T15:19:00.000+07:002007-11-03T17:51:48.874+07:00Halloween PicturesThank you yo all those that made a fantastic effort to dress up for the Halloween Party.<br /><br />Enjoy the pictures!<br /><br /><div><embed src="http://widget-5a.slide.com/widgets/slideticker.swf" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" quality="high" scale="noscale" salign="l" wmode="transparent" flashvars="cy=bb&amp;il=1&amp;channel=576460752328188506&amp;site=widget-5a.slide.com" style="width:400px;height:320px" name="flashticker" align="middle"></embed><div style="width:400px;text-align:left;"><a href="http://www.slide.com/pivot?cy=bb&amp;ad=0&amp;id=576460752328188506&amp;map=1" target="_blank"><img src="http://widget-5a.slide.com/p1/576460752328188506/bb_t043_v000_a000_f00/images/xslide1.gif" border="0" ismap="ismap" /></a> <a href="http://www.slide.com/pivot?cy=bb&amp;ad=0&amp;id=576460752328188506&amp;map=2" target="_blank"><img src="http://widget-5a.slide.com/p2/576460752328188506/bb_t043_v000_a000_f00/images/xslide2.gif" border="0" ismap="ismap" /></a></div></div>Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37119102.post-18808023763869344032007-10-19T17:06:00.000+07:002007-10-19T17:21:42.619+07:00Six Nations Rugby Chiang Mai - Fixtures Announced<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp1.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/RxiFJzEomqI/AAAAAAAAAJY/5aPquDeTajw/s1600-h/six+nations+chiang+mai.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="http://bp1.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/RxiFJzEomqI/AAAAAAAAAJY/5aPquDeTajw/s320/six+nations+chiang+mai.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5122990979508902562" border="0" /></a><br />With the Rugby World Cup coming to a close the fixtures for the 2008 Six Nations have been announced. All the games will be shown live in Chiang Mai at Tuskers - the number 1 Chiang Mai sports bar.<br /><br />All times are Thai.<br /><p><b>Saturday, February 2 </b><br />Ireland v Italy (9pm)<br />England v Wales (11.30pm) </p><p><b>Sunday, February 3</b><br />Scotland v France (10pm). </p><p><b>Saturday, February 9</b><br />Wales v Scotland (9pm)<br />France v Ireland (11pm) </p><p><b>Sunday, February 10 </b><br />Italy v England (9.30pm). </p><!--#include file="m63-article-related-attachements.html"--><!-- Call Wide Article Attachment Module --><!--TEMPLATE:call file="wideArticleAttachment.jsp" /--><p><b>Saturday, February 23</b><br />Wales v Italy (10pm)<br />Ireland v Scotland (midnight)<br />France v England (3am Sunday morning). </p><p><b>Saturday, March 8</b><br />Ireland v Wales (8.15pm)<br />Scotland v England (10.15pm) </p><p><b>Sunday, March 9 </b><br />France v Italy (10pm). </p><b>Saturday, March 15</b><br />Italy v Scotland (8pm)<br />England v Ireland (10pm)<br />Wales v France (midnight)Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37119102.post-70124811739000996782007-10-11T06:35:00.000+07:002007-10-11T06:46:14.143+07:00Rugby World Cup in Chiang Mai - The Semi Finals<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp2.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/Rw1j6zEompI/AAAAAAAAAJQ/qcwrA8SKBjM/s1600-h/chiang+mai+rugby.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="http://bp2.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/Rw1j6zEompI/AAAAAAAAAJQ/qcwrA8SKBjM/s320/chiang+mai+rugby.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119858213183330962" border="0" /></a><br />Two great rugby matches in prospect this weekend for the World Cup Semi Finals<br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:130%;" >France v England </span><br /><br />The two teams have played each other 89 times England lead the series 47-35 with 7 draws<br /><br />England have had the upper hand in the RWC winning a brutal quarter final in Paris in 1991 19-10 and a semi final in 2003 24-7<br />France won the dour 3rd place playoff game in 1995 19-9.<br /><br />France beat England convincingly in two World Cup warm up games but England won the last competitive match between the sides when they denied the French a Grand Slam in this seasons Six Nations Championship.<br /><br />Saturday's game will start with a full on forward battle between two strong packs - If France can hold their own their superior backs should win the game. England will be hoping they can out muscle the French and deny them the ball leaving Jonny Wilkinson's boot to rack up the points.<br /><br />The French have home advantage but England will have plenty of support in the crowd and are no strangers to winning in Paris.<br /><br />At the bookies the French are 3-1 odds on favourites with England at 5-2. Handicap betting gives England an 8 point head start.<br /><br />Last week saw two enormous upsets to see these two sides make it to the semi finals will this week be the same?<br /><br />Whatever happens it will be a great match full of passion and guts. Whichever side has the greatest heart will win the game.<br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:130%;" > South Africa v Argentina </span><br /><br />South Africa are the current favourites to win the World Cup and appear to have the easiest draw but Argentina have excelled in this tournament beating home side France, Ireland and Scotland to deservedly make the semis.<br /><br />Both sides have formidable packs so it is likely to be a massive battle up front. South Africa probably have the edge in the backs but Fiji and Tonga have both exposed weaknesses in the South African defence which Argentina will look to exploit. Argentina have also shown themselves adept at knocking over drop goals which should give them an edge in a tight game.<br /><br />The two sides have only met twice with South Africa winning on both occasions.<br /><br />The odds are the same as the other semi final with South Africa at 3-1 on and Argentina at 5-2<br /><br />Expect a battle royal on Sunday,<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:130%;" >Bring it On!</span>Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37119102.post-85763408980340606342007-10-07T12:55:00.000+07:002007-10-07T13:05:00.978+07:00Glory to the Underdogs - Rugby World Cup in Chiang Mai<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://newsimg.bbc.co.uk/media/images/44161000/jpg/_44161299_haka203.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px;" src="http://newsimg.bbc.co.uk/media/images/44161000/jpg/_44161299_haka203.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br />The beauty of sport for those of us who are such avid fans is that it is by its very nature unpredictable and yesterday in the Rugby World Cup we saw not one but two remarkable upsets that turned all preconceptions on their head.<br />Last week the pundits were discussing the supposed terminal decline in northern hemisphere rugby and talking expectantly of the first all southern world cup semi finals. The European game was written off as being dull and moribund, unable to stand comparison with the supreme athleticism and lightning handling skills of Australia, New Zealand and South Africa.<br />Since the rapid decline of England’s great World Cup winning side the tri nations giants have not only won every game of note against European teams they have totally dominated. The All Blacks have, above, all looked regally supreme, last year they were unbeatable and at the start of the tournament were massive odds on favourites to win the World Cup. Australia were not far behind they probably have the finest central backline in world rugby and certainly the best defence. These two giants were comfortably expected to contest the semi final next week but both find themselves on a long, depressing flight home at the expense of what everyone said were lesser teams.<br />Australia were undone by an English side that ruthlessly exposed their only weakness – the scrum. The Australian pack was pulverised by a towering performance by the English front five led by that freak of nature Andrew Sheridan. The Australian forwards were so dominated in the set piece that it affected their entire game and England were able turnover ball after ball in the loose. The immensely talented Australian backs looked dangerous every time they got the ball but such was the supremacy of the English forwards that they only had the ball four times in the entire match.<br />The France – New Zealand game was different, The French were fuelled by a massive surge of Gallic passion that never allowed New Zealand to settle and control the ball the way they usually do. They signalled their intent by facing down the haka; standing just a couple of yards from New Zealand warriors with an intensity that sent shivers down the spine.<br />New Zealand started brightly and it seemed there would be an avalanche of points but the French played a canny game with the boot, kicking deep and pinning the All Blacks deep in their territory. New Zealand looked unconcerned almost cock as Carter attempted a crossfield kick in his own 22, However the sheer intensity and passion of the French rocked the Kiwis and they were forced out of their usual pattern of play to resort to a pick and drive game through the forwards. New Zealand went ahead through a Rodney So'oialo try but the French refused to fold. Frederic Michalak was brought off the bench and into the fray and immediately made a sublime break and split the New Zealand defence asunder to allow Jauzion to score a try. Ellisalde converted and then stout French defence saw them home for a famous victory.<br />It was one of the great days in rugby’s history, the delicious irony of two of the best teams in world rugby being beaten by the sheer passion, commitment and guts of the underdogs.<br /><br /><a href="http://tuskersbar.com/">Watch all the Rugby World Cup games in Chiang Mai at Tuskers</a>Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37119102.post-3509857773765485952007-09-24T10:42:00.000+07:002007-09-24T10:56:45.019+07:00Jack Birthday Caked!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp3.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/Rvc1ajEomoI/AAAAAAAAAJI/AThORoH338U/s1600-h/jasck.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://bp3.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/Rvc1ajEomoI/AAAAAAAAAJI/AThORoH338U/s320/jasck.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5113614632110037634" /></a><br />Just occasionally you come across a Thai tradition that you had never previously encountered. A couple of weeks ago Rachel was having a late drink at Jackie's van and someone was celebrating a birthday. Rachel was somewhat bemused when the birthday girl came across and put a dab of cake on her face. Last night the mystery was solved. <br />Tuskers staff member Jack, renowned for being able to fix anything, was celebrating his birthday at Tuskers with a group of friends. Things were proceeding very nicely, whiskey was being consumed in enormous quantities and everyone seemed to be having a good time when one of the party produced a cake replete with candles. After a rousing chorus of Happy Birthday jack went around putting a little smear of a rather delicious strawberry sponge on peoples cheeks. Apparently it's tradition you know although how such a bizarre ritual ever began in the first place is apparently a mystery lost in the annals of time.<br />As it turned out the last laugh was on Jack who once everyone had been suitably daubed cooped the remainder.<br />Happy birthday Jack - hopefully he will not be suffering too much today at work as I have some loud shouting practice to get in.<br />If you would like to hold a party or event at Tuskers of any size contact us <a href="http://www.tuskersbar.com/">via the website</a> or pop in to discuss your requirements. Cake in the face is strictly optional.Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37119102.post-41816501236122113352007-09-23T14:58:00.000+07:002007-09-23T15:21:41.711+07:00Chiang Mai Expats Club Celebrate Second Birthday in Style<p class="MsoNormal">The Chiang Mai Expats Club is two years old and the members celebrated in great style on Saturday.<br />The day began with the usual Saturday morning meeting at the Royal Orchid Hotel. members were given a quick reminder of the Club's history b founder, Jim Cox before being entertained to a show of music and song by the talented Scott Jones.<br />In the evening the action moved to Tuskers and the club, wined, dined and partied to celebrate their birthday. Special mentio should be made of the generous donation of travel vouchers by club sponsor, Boong of <a href="http://www.btsthailand.com/">BTS Trave</a><a href="http://www.btsthailand.com/">l</a> for the lucky draw<br />It was a great evening for the Club which has gone from strength to strength in the two years since it's inception. The Club is not only an invaluable source of help and advice for people moving to Chiang Mai but also a lively social network of people from all walks of life and home countries across the globe.<br />You can find more information about the CEC <a href="http://www.chiangmaiexpatsclub.com/index.asp">on their website</a></p> Enjoy the slide show of pictures from the day and then go to the post below for some better pictures from Ally!<br /><br /><div><embed src="http://widget-38.slide.com/widgets/slideticker.swf" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" quality="high" scale="noscale" salign="l" wmode="transparent" flashvars="cy=bb&amp;il=1&amp;channel=576460752317257528&amp;site=widget-38.slide.com" style="width:600px;height:400px" name="flashticker" align="middle"></embed><div style="width:400px;text-align:left;"><a href="http://www.slide.com/pivot?cy=bb&amp;ad=0&amp;id=576460752317257528&amp;map=1" target="_blank"><img src="http://widget-38.slide.com/p1/576460752317257528/bb_t000_v000_a000_f00/images/xslide1.gif" border="0" ismap="ismap" /></a> <a href="http://www.slide.com/pivot?cy=bb&amp;ad=0&amp;id=576460752317257528&amp;map=2" target="_blank"><img src="http://widget-38.slide.com/p2/576460752317257528/bb_t000_v000_a000_f00/images/xslide2.gif" border="0" ismap="ismap" /></a></div></div>Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37119102.post-43177439816718272772007-09-23T14:54:00.000+07:002007-09-23T15:20:54.741+07:00Chiang Mai Expats Club Party More Pictures<div>These somewhat better quality pictures were kindly sent to us from Ally of <a href="http://www.carefordogs.org/index2.php">Care for Dogs. </a><br /> <p class="MsoNormal">Thank you Ally for these wonderful pictures<br /></p><embed src="http://widget-a4.slide.com/widgets/slideticker.swf" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" quality="high" scale="noscale" salign="l" wmode="transparent" flashvars="site=widget-a4.slide.com&amp;channel=648518346355035300&amp;cy=be&amp;il=1" name="flashticker" align="middle" height="400" width="600"></embed><div style="width: 600px; text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.slide.com/pivot?cy=be&amp;ad=0&amp;id=648518346355035300&amp;map=1" target="_blank"><img src="http://widget-a4.slide.com/p1/648518346355035300/be_t000_v000_a000_f00/images/xslide1.gif" ismap="ismap" border="0" /></a> <a href="http://www.slide.com/pivot?cy=be&amp;ad=0&amp;id=648518346355035300&amp;map=2" target="_blank"><img src="http://widget-a4.slide.com/p2/648518346355035300/be_t000_v000_a000_f00/images/xslide2.gif" ismap="ismap" border="0" /></a></div></div>Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37119102.post-44254281114412602512007-09-23T14:14:00.001+07:002007-09-23T14:36:48.478+07:00Bilkos Birthday Bash<div>He's a bloody diamond is Bilko and they came from far and wide to celebrate his birthday with him (as well as joining the a sweepstake on how long before the dribbling started.) Many, many beers were sunk early on but he could not be persuaded to have a bash at the yard. The night was marred somewhat by Ireland's depressing showing in the rugby but you can't keep a good man down for long.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><embed src="http://widget-40.slide.com/widgets/slideticker.swf" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" quality="high" scale="noscale" salign="l" wmode="transparent" flashvars="cy=bb&amp;il=1&amp;channel=432345564241455424&amp;site=widget-40.slide.com" style="width: 600px; height: 375px;" name="flashticker" align="middle"></embed><div style="width: 400px; text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.slide.com/pivot?cy=bb&amp;ad=0&amp;id=432345564241455424&amp;map=1" target="_blank"><img src="http://widget-40.slide.com/p1/432345564241455424/bb_t000_v000_a000_f00/images/xslide1.gif" ismap="ismap" border="0" /></a> <a href="http://www.slide.com/pivot?cy=bb&amp;ad=0&amp;id=432345564241455424&amp;map=2" target="_blank"><img src="http://widget-40.slide.com/p2/432345564241455424/bb_t000_v000_a000_f00/images/xslide2.gif" ismap="ismap" border="0" /></a></div></div>Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37119102.post-83881043463701184702007-09-21T09:00:00.001+07:002007-09-21T09:05:24.719+07:00Watch the Rugby World Cup in Chiang Mai - Third Weekend Predictions<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp0.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/RvMmbzEomnI/AAAAAAAAAJA/T4AHAhz_Ff0/s1600-h/hiang+mai+rwc.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="http://bp0.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/RvMmbzEomnI/AAAAAAAAAJA/T4AHAhz_Ff0/s320/hiang+mai+rwc.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5112472261003614834" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">France vs Ireland</span> - This is a big one - if France lose they are out which will be a disaster for French rugby and humiliating performance in a home WC. Ireland have so far been dreadful but a loss will put their chances of qualification in severe jeopardy. Hopefully it will be a battle royal. France with the most to lose to shade it by 7.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">England vs Samoa</span> - Can England get any worse? Saturday will tell. I suspect greater muscle, nous and the return of Johnny will see them scrape it by 12. Odds of JW finishing fit 50/50.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">South Africa vs Tonga</span> - Hopefully this will turn into a handbags fest, a clash of big super charged forwards. Of course the Boks will have way too much. Expect a win by 40.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Argentina vs Namibia</span> - Argentina to play largely their second string and have way too much for poor Namibia. Pumas by 60.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Australia vs Fiji </span>- With two wins out of two Fiji are still very much in this World Cup and they will put up a valiant effort. Expect them tho hold Austraia for 10 minutes before class tells. Australia by a ruthless 50.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">NZ vs Scotland </span>- Brave Scotland have had a good WC so far but here they will meet the wall. A rampant All Black machine coming close to their best will win by 50.<br /><br />It's going to be a great weekend of rugby. Watch it at Tuskers, Chiang Mai's best sports bar.Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37119102.post-73232624576842067832007-09-19T09:26:00.000+07:002007-09-19T09:43:44.983+07:00Chiang Mai Quiz Update - Finless Flounders Flail & Flummox Pigs<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.flounder.ws/flounder.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px;" src="http://www.flounder.ws/flounder.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br />A night of high drama and the Tuskers pub quiz night this week and a new team entered the fray. The Finless Flounders caused an immediate stir by poaching Spider Pigs star player Naomi at the start. The controversial defection left the Pigs in disarray and put them under immediate pressure in trying to hold on to their title. At half time the Pigs trailed in third place while the Flounders were flouncing at the top of the tree.<br />The much vaunted Underdogs were also in contention and it surely cannot be long before they pick up a title. Meanwhile the LBW were struggling with just 3 members. This was rectified at half time as a swarm of people arrived to increase their numbers by a factor of 4. It looked as if they might mount a strong second half challenge but arguments and uncertainty marred their chances of making an impact on the scoreboard.<br />Playing to their strenght of music and movies the Pigs rallied hard in Rounds 4 &amp; 5 to regain the lead. Confidence was high but a tight general knowledge round saw the Flounders narrowly take the tape. Just one and a half point separated the top 3 teams.<br />Congratulations to the Flounders on a win in their maiden appearance.<br />If you would like to take part bring yourself or even better a team to the <a href="http://tuskersbar.com/index.php?page=chiangmaiquiznight">Tuskers Chiang Mai Pub Quiz</a> on Monday nights from 8pm. It's not rocket science but it is good fun.Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37119102.post-15661129335900335812007-09-16T09:29:00.000+07:002007-09-16T09:41:02.843+07:00Watching Rugby World Cup in Chiang Mai - Second Weekend Update<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/graphics/2007/09/16/srwale116.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 400px;" src="http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/graphics/2007/09/16/srwale116.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br />The <a href="http://tuskersbar.com/">best place to watch the Rugby World Cup in Chiang Mai is Tuskers.</a> Here are our thoughts on the second weekend's games<br /><br />We watched last nights games in the delightful company of Donny and a belligerent Crowboy who made me suffer for being an England fan - quite right too I'd have done the same <img src="http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif" style="vertical-align: middle;" emoid=":D" alt="biggrin.gif" border="0" /><br /><br />Reflections -<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">New Zealand 108 v Portugal 13</span>- Another highly competent display from the AB's obviously nothing of significance can be gained from the result but they all had a run out and are looking pretty sharp. Only concern is that without decent opposition in the group is that they will go undercooked into the quarters. A word of praise though for Portugal who battled gamely without the firepower to compete and never gave up. They scored 13 points more than England and looked very happy at the end. Some good looking Portuguse fans as well. <img src="http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/style_emoticons/default/cool.gif" style="vertical-align: middle;" emoid="B)" alt="cool.gif" border="0" /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Wales 20 Australia 32 </span>- Very professional display from the Aussies. For the most part they controlled the game against a spirited Welsh side. Wales gave the ball away far too much and didn't have the penetration in their running game that they had a couple of years ago. The Aussie defence looked very good at the gain line which may be an important factor in the latter stages of the competition.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Ireland 14 Georgia 10</span> - Oh dear Ireland continue in their competition with England for most incompetent team at the RWC. What has happened to this team which was surrounded by so much hope before the tournament began. They even had the bonus of an early try to help them settle. Well done Georgia for such a gutsy performance but on this form it looks an early plane home for the boys in green.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"> Tonight's games</span><br /><br />Fiji v Canada 7pm<br />Samoa v Tonga 9pm<br />France v Namibia 2am Monday<br /><br />A couple of fun games tonight. Fiji Canada seemd to be a battle between a strong Canadian pack and sparkling Fiji backs - I fancy the Canadians to keep it in the forwards and get a hard fought victory<br /><br />Samoa Tonga - must see game. Starting off with Haka wars as the tow teams go toe to toe with their war damces before the game even starts. Exopect a brutal game and plenty of handbags should be great.<br /><br />France Namibia - French will need to try to get some team cohesion and a morale boosting annihilation of Namibia to try to get their campaign going. Expect stern Namibian resistance and a stroppy crowd on French backs if they don't start piling on quick points. Could be fun.<br /><a href="http://tuskersbar.com/index.php?page=sportslistingsinchiangmai"><br />Tuskers is Chiang Mai's leading sports bar showing the wides selection of sporting action in Chiang Mai</a>Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37119102.post-51846912364650831232007-09-13T12:36:00.000+07:002007-09-13T12:50:58.407+07:00Tuskers Shirts Declared Official Bowling Wear in US<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp0.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/RujPqzjn-PI/AAAAAAAAAIs/BI6K3qsLZtM/s1600-h/arnold+at+tuskers.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="http://bp0.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/RujPqzjn-PI/AAAAAAAAAIs/BI6K3qsLZtM/s320/arnold+at+tuskers.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5109562111552911602" border="0" /></a><br />Tuskers emissary Mike See is currently on a goodwill tour of the United States. Visiting many communities, large and small, he is dispensing Tuskers shirts as gifts and tokens of friendship. Upon receiving his shirt Jeff (surname withheld) stated “This will make a great bowling shirt!”. That is the 10 pin variety now lawn or crown green. Expect to see Tuskers shirts appearing throughout bowling alleys across America in the near future - a must have accessory that every fashion for every fashion conscious bowler.<br />Mike meanwhile is being sorely missed in Chiang Mai both at Tuskers and at home. Superdog Arnold os particularly displeased that he is not being taken to the pub for his favourite beverage Beer Lao.Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37119102.post-18077762594368583242007-09-11T14:46:00.000+07:002007-09-11T15:35:42.953+07:00Yard of Ale Makes it's Chiang Mai Debut!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp0.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/RuZTUFdoEuI/AAAAAAAAAIE/MITuIdH_9H0/s1600-h/yard3.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="http://bp0.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/RuZTUFdoEuI/AAAAAAAAAIE/MITuIdH_9H0/s320/yard3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5108862431827333858" border="0" /></a><br />It is rumoured to be the only Yard of Ale in Chiang Mai and having say benignly on the shelf for the past 8 months it has finally been put to use.<br />The assembled company gasped in astonishment when youg American Josh announced that he wanted to have a go at one of the world's most challenging drinking feats.<br />For the uninitiated a Yard of Ale is a distinctive drinking glass consisting of an open neck, a long stem and a glass bowl. The glass derives its name from it's length being a full yard long or 0.9144 of a meter but that is not such a cool name. A full yard contains 3 pints of beer. The glass originated in 17th century England and has since been associated with various, predominantly male, drinking rituals. The Tuskers Yard is said to be the only one in northern Thailand and travelled carefully packed with Chas and Rachel when they moved to Thailand.<br />Josh is the first to attempt the Yard at Tuskers and his request was greeted with great interest by the customers and frankly complete bemusement by the Thai staff. The chosen beverage for the challenge was Draft Chang, a bold choice because of it's strength and gassiness. In England most practitioners would use flat real ale but such aids are not available in Thailand.<br />Josh started well quickly moving through the first pint before taking a short breather. The second pint always brings a problem as air gets trapped in the bowl and throws the beer at considerable velocity towards the drinkers mouth. Skilled Yard drinkers couter this by continually twisting the vessel while drinking but Josh has not mastered this technique and was rewarded with a face full of beer resulting in some unintended, honest spillage. Gaining heart from the spectators he soldiers on and managed to complete his task.<br />Unfortunately out of 20 watchers not one thought to put the attempt under the clock , an appalling oversight which means Josh lacks an official time. However he was estimated to have cmpleted in 3.5 minutes and as the only person to have attempted the yard tops the Tuskers leaderboard.<br />An excellent effort but one which doesn't cut it in the World rankings. The fastest ever Yard of Ale was completed by Peter Dowdswell of England in 1975 - he took 5 seconds!<br /><br />More pictures of Josh's attempt can be found <a href="http://www.tuskersbar.com/index.php?page=gallery&amp;gallery_id=25">here on the Tuskers website </a>Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37119102.post-75437597584192297562007-09-11T13:48:00.000+07:002007-09-11T14:23:31.938+07:00Chiang Mai Pub Quiz Challenge - Can Anyone Beat the Spiderpigs?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.zapping.com/wp-content/uploads/homerooo.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px;" src="http://www.zapping.com/wp-content/uploads/homerooo.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br />Tuskers Chiang Mai Pub Quiz Night is being dominated by a team of intellectual titans. Using a combination of multi nationalities and a mix of knowledge on the most arcane of subjects the Spiderpigs have looked invincible at the regular Tuskers Monday night quiz.<br />Aside from thinking that Woody the Cowboy was the character played by Clint Eastwood in Rawhide the team have looked in total control.<br />Can you beat the 'Pigs'? In view of their dominance Tuskers is offering an extra 500 baht voucher to any team that can knock the team off their loft perch.<br />The Tuskers quiz night takes place every Monday evening from 8.Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37119102.post-17503415153596489712007-09-10T11:25:00.000+07:002007-09-10T11:38:14.480+07:00Watching the Rugby World Cup in Chiang Mai - Reflections on the Opening Games<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.aplenorugby.com.ar/images/galeria/Bryan-Habana-ch.gif"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px;" src="http://www.aplenorugby.com.ar/images/galeria/Bryan-Habana-ch.gif" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /><span class="postcolor">It's been a great first weekend. We have watched every game and think it has been the best in overall quality so far with minnows giving the bigger boys a good workout. The smaller teams have by and large played with great pride and commitment and it gives me hope that rugby can expand and grow as a world sport.<br /><br />Big trouble fro Europe though the main 6 teams have all fared quite badly which is a worrying sign for the NH game. Early days but after watching the top teams play I have revised my list standings list<br /><br />New Zealand - hate to say this Donny but absolutely outstanding. Annihilated Italy, looked sharp with a total killer instinct. Should win the Cup but the chokers tag weighs heavy and some of the other teams are also looking good.<br /><br />South Africa - I labelled them overrated and I was so wrong. Looked very good against Samoa. Feisty and fiery forwards, slick backs and in Brian Habana have maybe the star of the tournament.<br /><br />Argentina - Unsure of whether to put them at 3 or 4 but after their performance against France deserve the recognition. Should now finish top of the group which likely will lead to a QF against Scotland which should see them make the semi. That is a huge achievement and once England are eliminated will be getting my support.<br /><br />Australia - difficult to judge but the destroyed Jaan ina thoroughly professional display. Will always be hard to beat.<br /><br />France - Despite losing the opener I still feel they have something to offer. Could be a vicious backlash against Namibia next Sunday. I fancy them to beat Ireland setting up a mouthwatering QF against the All Blacks. That's a game that will make you sweat Donny<br /><br />Scotland - Scottish rugby has been in disarray for years but they had a good build up ad they put away their minnow opponents Portugal with an ease that England, Ireland and Wales couldn't manage. They will be up for the QF battle with Argentina.<br /><br />Wales - Canada gave them a good run for their money for much of the game but after some strategic player changes they coasted it in the end. The key for Wales will be to try to beat Oz (which they could do on a good day) to top the group and try to get England (or Samoa :( r) in the quarters. If they finish second and face the Boks I don't think they have a prayer.<br /><br />Samoa - Could they beat England as Donny has been cheekily suggesting? Well embarrassingly, yes it is a possibility :angry: :(<br /><br />England - Disgracefully inept in the opener. Brian Ashtom should be kicking some ar__se in a big way. The fans have the right to expect a better defence of our Champions crown.<br /><br />Ireland - I have a strong affinity for Irsh rugby and would love them to do well but yesterday against Namibia was on the extreme side of woeful. I cannot understand why the management did not take Hickie off after he was knocked senseless by that massive hit. He looked completely bewildered after that. Irish fans must be asking why iconic players of the calibre of O'Driscoll and O'Connell showed such a lack of leadership skills. They need as big a kick as England.<br /><br />I will be skipping a couple of the late mid week games but the results should either not be in doubt or will have no bearing on the outcome of the group stages.<br /><br />Next big one England v South Africa on Friday night/Saturday morning. Lord have mercy and hope that England turn up.<br /><br />This report has been posted on Donnyboys Rugby World Cup threat on thaivisa.com <a href="http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=118413">Why not join the debate and banter here</a><br /></span>Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37119102.post-79183422960784286452007-09-06T07:55:00.000+07:002007-09-06T08:04:34.011+07:00Live Twenty20 Cricket World Cup from Your Favourite Chiang Mai Sports BarThe first ever Twenty20 World Cup kicks off next week in South Africa. <span lang="EN-GB">Crickets wham, bam, thank you mam variety is not everyone's cup of tea but it is likely to be explosive and highly entertaining.<br />The teams are divided into 4 groups of three teams. All the Test playing nations are there, although not all there front line players. Many teams have opted for short game, high hitting specialists. The tournament is completed by the addition of Kenya and Scotland who will surprise if they are not just there to make up the numbers.<br />Most of the games will be shown in Chiang Mai's premier sports bar, Tuskers. <a href="http://tuskersbar.com/index.php?page=twenty20worldcupinchiangmai">Full Twenty20 schedule with Thai times is available here </a><br /></span>Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37119102.post-31993861113822707912007-09-04T14:11:00.000+07:002007-09-06T08:05:42.364+07:00Spider Pigs Narrowly Edge it in Chiang Mai's Newest Pub Quiz<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp1.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/Rt9HgFdoEtI/AAAAAAAAAH8/dI4sI67AnlY/s1600-h/spiderpig.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="http://bp1.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/Rt9HgFdoEtI/AAAAAAAAAH8/dI4sI67AnlY/s320/spiderpig.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5106879119009256146" border="0" /></a><br />The inaugural Tuskers quiz night was a closely fought contest between intellectual titans.<br />Five teams competed for a variety of cash and beer prizes. The early running was all made by the Garden Bar who led the chasing pack at half way and then added insult to injury by scooping the beer round.<br />It was a different story in the second half though with the Spider Pigs outscoring all on the music round to take the lead which they narrowly managed to maintain at the death. The Garden Bar was only 1 point shy and tied with Dave's team for second. Dave's team position was particularly worthy of merit as it basically consisted of Dave himself.<br />The Tuskers pub quiz is now a regular event on the calendar and will take place every Monday from 7pm so please come and join us for a fun and entertaining evening.<br /><a href="http://tuskersbar.com/index.php?page=chiangmaiquiznight"><br />Chiang Mai's best pub quiz</a>Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37119102.post-20087803624392466762007-08-23T18:00:00.000+07:002007-08-23T18:06:39.978+07:00New Chiang Mai Quiz Starts Monday September 3rd<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp1.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/Rs1qNldoEsI/AAAAAAAAAH0/iyACH1vhLLs/s1600-h/chiang+mai+quiz+night+300.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="http://bp1.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/Rs1qNldoEsI/AAAAAAAAAH0/iyACH1vhLLs/s320/chiang+mai+quiz+night+300.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5101850734507856578" border="0" /></a><br />Tuskers is pleased to announce the start of our quiz nights on Monday September 3rd and every Monday thereafter. This challenging but fun quiz will suit everyone from Masterminds, to Trivia Buffs, Sports experts to the well read! Whatever your level this quiz will have something for you so come on down and join the fun.<br />Every Monday from 8pm. Full details about <a href="http://www.tuskersbar.com/index.php?page=chiangmaiquiznight">Chiang Mai's latest pub quiz here </a>Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37119102.post-66811635143376844952007-08-20T17:49:00.000+07:002007-08-20T18:40:01.669+07:00Tuskers New Deck a Big Hit!Before and After.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp2.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/RslyZ1doEqI/AAAAAAAAAHk/9scxzDDh5yo/s1600-h/288344623_f1d4a7756b.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer;" src="http://bp2.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/RslyZ1doEqI/AAAAAAAAAHk/9scxzDDh5yo/s320/288344623_f1d4a7756b.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5100733841147433634" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp2.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/Rslyj1doErI/AAAAAAAAAHs/9aDxE2tawjI/s1600-h/deck3.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer;" src="http://bp2.blogger.com/_IAPo7p6B6q4/Rslyj1doErI/AAAAAAAAAHs/9aDxE2tawjI/s320/deck3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5100734012946125490" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><p class="MsoNormal">At last it’s finished – a week behind schedule but the new deck extension is completed and has attracted some great reaction. </p> <p class="MsoNormal">The new deck was designed by Chiang Mai’s leading architect, our friend Khun Dang and his team at <a href="http://may37.com/Inside_may37.htm">May 37</a>. Their strikingly original concept combines the traditional and modern to create a roofed garden atrium and a great new seating area. </p> <p class="MsoNormal">We have chosen comfortable cane furniture to create a space where people can relax and enjoy a drink, snacks or finger food from our latest menu items. </p> <p class="MsoNormal">We also plan to use the space as a stage for live music which will be starting in the next couple of months. Keep an eye on the <a href="http://www.tuskersbar.com/">Tuskers website</a> for details.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.tuskersbar.com/index.php?page=gallery&amp;gallery_id=23">More pictures here</a><br /></p>Tuskers Barhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14459737833924552182noreply@blogger.com