Club Magus Asoka - Pre-Launch Bash for the Privileged
Club Magnus Asoka, an exclusive family club that is fast taking shape in the picturesque surroundings near Mount Carmel School, has organised a Pre-Launch Bash this New Year's Eve. Get set for a candlelight rendezvous at a spanking new venue! DJ Uday Shah will help you to ring out the old and ring in the new. The evening promises a lot of fun with loads of prizes to be won. The menu for the evening is a revelation in variety and good taste. The battery of starters, too numerous to mention here will have you smacking your lips in anticipation for the main course, which will take you on a tour across the continents with an inspired range of Indian, Italian, Thai, French and Mexican fare, topped off with an enticing array of desserts. A completely separate Jain food counter will offer an equally magnificent spread. Attire: Strictly formal. Time: 8:00 p.m. onwards. Also in the offing is a New Year's Surprise: a Super Bumper Tambola worth Rs. 2 Lacs on January 8, 2005. For enquiries call 98222 88844 or 56229101.

The Corinthian 2005 Countdown
The smash hit of 2003 is back as the best of 2004! The food will showcase Mayfair (Mumbai)'s catering expertise. With 6 snacks, 12 dishes, 10 salads and 3 Cuisines to choose from, this is going to be one spread to die for. (Not to mention the Scotch that will be served!) The entertainment has Santosh Shetty's dancers from Mumbai, two of Pune's finest DJs, a fire-dancer extraordinaire and the mother of all fire shows. Also a lucky draw that could see you flying to Cairo courtesy Qatar Airways. This is the show to be at this year. An event by JAWS Events.

The Sun n Sand spirit
In keeping with the Christmas spirit of giving, Sun n Sand has a host of special offerings lined up at all their venues. Christmas Eve celebrations begin at the Tea Lounge with Carol Singing by Silver Bells between 7:00 p.m. and 7:45 p.m. Yule wine and canapés add the perfect touch. At Carrots 'n' Celery there is a special Turkey buffet Dinner between 7:30 p.m. and 11:45 p.m. with a live cooking counter. Well-known artist Spinol Dias will entertain on the keyboard.
On Christmas day, Carrots 'n' Celery will host a special X'mas buffet Lunch between 12:00 noon and 3:00 p.m. Spinol Dias will once again enthrall you on the keyboard. Right through the festive season until December 31, 2004, between 10:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. the special Candy Hut at the Tea Lounge will serve Christmas Cake, Plum Pudding, Carrot Cake, Christmas Cookies, Hot Cross Bun, Fancy Cakes, and Special Pastries.

Taj Blue Diamond's Gala
The Taj Blue Diamond welcomes you to get into the spirit of this Season with a host of activities. Lots of prizes to be won including free tickets and Taj stays!
THE COFFEE SHOP: Special X'mas buffet Lunch & Dinner on December 24 & 25 (with Wine served on the 25th)
CASABELLA: Special Snacks from December 24 until December 30.
POOLSIDE: At the New Year's Eve Party, enjoy a night of breath-taking beauty and electrifying energy. East European dancers and lots more. Usher in the New Year with a sensational and stunning European act, magic and prizes. The largest buffet in town with drinks included!
WHISPERING BAMBOO: Exclusive New Year Eve à la Carte menu with complimentary wine or mock tail on December 31 between 7:30 p.m. and 11:45 p.m.
THE GARDEN COURT: On December 31, special Hyderabadi/Lucknowi Dinner buffet with live Ghazals for entertainment.
THE COFFEE SHOP: Sumptuous Indian and Continental Dinner buffet on January 1, 2005 between 1:30 a.m. and 4:30 a.m.

Palazo - The 'Palaze' to be in!
Palazo, one of the largest nightclubs in the city has stylishly done up interiors, an eclectic range of food, heavenly drinks & rocking music…. making it the place you'd want to be seen at. Celebrate New Year's Eve with them at just Rs. 3000 per couple (inclusive of unlimited drinks, starters & a lavish buffet Dinner). They also promise Champagne after midnight and a guarantee that the party animal in you won't be disappointed! For further details, contact 56212677.

Le Meridien - Christmas & New Year Festivities
La Brasserie: The traditional Christmas Eve Buffet from 7:00 p.m. onwards at Rs. 625 per person. Live Band, Willy and Fortuna will entertain. A Christmas Day luncheon buffet between 12:00 noon and 3:30 p.m. at Rs. 625 per person. Christmas goodies include Plum Cake, Christmas cake, Stollen, etc. The Family Care Choir will sing Christmas carols. Another sumptuous buffet spread on December 31, 8:00 p.m. onwards at Rs. 849 per person. Willy and Fortuna bring back nostalgia with the golden oldies.
Scream: DJs Agnel and Orlinda will set fire to the dance floor on December 31 at 8:00 p.m. onwards. Rs. 699 per couple (entry/club rules apply).
Majestic: Firewocks, the international Filipino band will sizzle on December 31, 8:00 p.m. onwards. A night of bedazzling glamour, grandeur and grace! DJ Shiny Disco, a belly dancer and a breath-taking unlimited buffet will keep you sated. Rs. 2,499 per person is inclusive of select wines and spirits.