New years Eve - The Big Bash!

Annna


Joined: 20/08/2008
Posts: 61

Message Posted:
19/12/2008 18:02

Twin management presents - The Big bash!!



New Year’s Eve celebrations



Due to circumstances beyond our control the original venue of the Savoy is not available for New Year’s Eve. We are pleased to announce that we have negotiated an even better deal with the Malpas Hotel in Catalkoy Limited to 100 people, a six course banquet including local drinks all night, plus entertainment for just 120YTL.

Book now to avoid disappointment. Contact Anna on 0533 831 4186 or Jonnie on 0533 848 7053.

Buses can be organised to and from Lapta/Alsancak for approximately 15YTL return per person if required.



Menu

Canapes

Meze including salmon pancakes, jumbo prawns, avocado

Kofte and Grilled Hellim

Kiwi Sorbet

Turkey with fresh thyme, rosemary and orange, roast potatoes, Vegetables Julienne Gratin or vegetarian alternative

Chocolate Brownies with ice cream



Entertainment

Danny Fisher as Elvis

Kerry and Scarlett

Anna MacArthur

Jonnie Hawkins

negativenick


Joined: 10/11/2008
Posts: 6023

Message Posted:
19/12/2008 18:11

that's circa 55 quid a head.....



So much for moving to the TRNC for the cheap cost of living !!



Somehow a night in front of BBC Prime on Dodgy turk seems atractive !





Nick

littlenige



Joined: 24/12/2006
Posts: 3594

Message Posted:
19/12/2008 18:18

lol a bit rich for my blood even given the FANTASTIC ENTERTAINMENT



£116 for 2 people 1 night out Pass

Maddie



Joined: 16/11/2008
Posts: 147

Message Posted:
19/12/2008 19:15

Strange that the original venue should be changed at the last minute, I wonder why.

Maddie



Joined: 16/11/2008
Posts: 147

Message Posted:
19/12/2008 19:16

Where are the fireworks going to be this year? Is it worth spending New Year's Eve down at the harbour?

joandjelly


Joined: 24/02/2008
Posts: 2953

Message Posted:
19/12/2008 20:20

It's always a good atmosphere Maddie. Get yourselves into one of the bars or restaurants on the square or the harbour and enjoy the (free) show.

Turbo


Joined: 24/12/2006
Posts: 833

Message Posted:
20/12/2008 04:30

Are they still doing the fireworks off the roof of the Belediye offices? Great atmosphere in any one of the bars restaurants by the square.

I remember 2 yrs ago they put on a great show, even though the rockets were exploding a little too close to the ground.

The harbour was dead as soon as the fireworks were over.

maybe other places has things going on this year.

How is the weather? as it cooled off yet?

Turbo


Joined: 24/12/2006
Posts: 833

Message Posted:
20/12/2008 04:35

Twin management presents - The Big bash!

I think a bit pricey even though its all you can drink.

Food doesnt sound that fantastic for the "Milpas"

A brownie for dessert? hmmm.

Unless the price is for per couple. I guess its the entertainment youre basically paying for.

Shop around, see what else is out there.

Bowman


Joined: 02/05/2007
Posts: 256

Message Posted:
20/12/2008 11:39

Six courses of food, all local drinks included and 4 different acts for @£55 per head, that is very good value. If you want to sit in your drinking dens in Lapta listening to downloded CD's then that is your choice, but dont knock people for trying to put on a good show for people. For the record, I have no connection with either the Malpas or any of the acts.

Moomin


Joined: 04/12/2008
Posts: 19

Message Posted:
20/12/2008 18:08

Rip...there are some phone number in the first posting, so you can book by calling them. I'm going so maybe I'll see you there.



As for the comments about the cost I know of other places on New Years Eve that are charging around 35 - 40 pound sterling for just a meal and a dj, no drinks, and I'm not talking hotels here just local bar/restaurants so nothing special. If you add the cost of the drinks to the 40 quid then I know where I'd rather spend my money. Bottom line, it's new year's eve and people should expect to pay for something decent if that's what they are looking for. Bowman hit the nail on the head. And I have no connection either!

littlenige



Joined: 24/12/2006
Posts: 3594

Message Posted:
20/12/2008 18:12

od tather watch paint dry than pay 35 -40 quid for mr avererage and miss do dah on new years eve ripp off trnc strikes again

david9


Joined: 09/09/2008
Posts: 358

Message Posted:
20/12/2008 19:00

I'll pass as well Malpas last xmas crap

MUSIN M


Joined: 26/06/2008
Posts: 1352

Message Posted:
20/12/2008 19:12

will there be potato and leek soup and apple crumble.







musin

scruffdog


Joined: 09/12/2008
Posts: 742

Message Posted:
21/12/2008 10:55

It will be a fantastic night, mainly because you wingers will not be there. £55 is very good value, these entertainers have to earn a living, most other venues are similar price without the good line up. Jonnie and Anna are worth their weight in gold, if you do not like their style of entertaining, do not put people off who will enjoy the evening. As Jonnie says, so far the takers of which there are many, are all friendly, join in and love to have fun.

littlenige



Joined: 24/12/2006
Posts: 3594

Message Posted:
21/12/2008 12:04

in no way I am I suggesting anna and jonnie are not superb entertainers in mess 12 .



Just to make it clear they are superb the price taf at the malpas is tooo steep.

denizkisi


Joined: 18/09/2008
Posts: 196

Message Posted:
21/12/2008 12:56

If the food is anything like what they served at the Property awards "do" then I would definitely stay at home. We only got 3 out of the 5 courses on offer and not even a cup of coffee at the end!!! Total waste of money ('cept for the fab jazz singer), cold food ,slow service - truly dreadful!!!

negativenick


Joined: 10/11/2008
Posts: 6023

Message Posted:
21/12/2008 16:12

we had X Mas lunch at the Malpas last year...



NEVER AGAIN....



About as much as traditional X Mas faire as an old pair of boots...





Nick

lottie


Joined: 21/12/2008
Posts: 29

Message Posted:
21/12/2008 17:40

Why don't you try making up your own minds instead of following the crowds ?

You sound like a flock of sheep ! Do you ever break away and speak to the Cypriots ? Do you ever take a risk ?

littlenige



Joined: 24/12/2006
Posts: 3594

Message Posted:
21/12/2008 17:57

Lottie yea we took a risk buying here then we took a risk emploing a trnc estate agent and lawyer then another risk buying stuff in kyrenia when the same stuff is on sale in lefkosia at 30% less which risk do you want us to take next ??

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
21/12/2008 18:04

hi lottie i do not think that the cypriots go to these events anyway sad maybe we could get a mix of cultures but its not the case all the artists are excellent and back in the uk we never got away with anything less than at least 500 pounds with the champange, double if i needed a new dress, i only wish that the artists, the venues could make it happen. you know in the uk you pay top dolar because the staff have to be paid triple amount to work. please guys if you have nothing beter to do support these entertainers, you would if a new kid was on the block. gripe over happy xmas one and all xxxxxxxxxxx

Groucho



Joined: 26/04/2008
Posts: 7993

Message Posted:
21/12/2008 18:08

You should have been at Senol's Zirdeli Restaurant last night, we had a wonderful night of singing and dancing with both TC and GC...



No one lost the plot....

negativenick


Joined: 10/11/2008
Posts: 6023

Message Posted:
21/12/2008 18:39

well said Nige..

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
21/12/2008 18:43

hi gavin wish i could have been there, i would love to let my hair down. thought of you both today as i took what i thought was a rolan keating cd into the restaurant and it was the average white band and the eagles, what ablast from the past . pleased you enjoyed your night have a great xmas and could you email me the log receipe please.xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Linus


Joined: 04/05/2008
Posts: 281

Message Posted:
21/12/2008 23:43

I have to say we stayed at the Malpas last year just befor Xmas for a few days . Whilst it was only BB we had a lovely time . Food was forst class service excellent. Lovely staff. Would definitely return. Anybody can experience a bad meal I have to say but some people are never satisfied whatever you do for them

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
21/12/2008 23:47

hi linuus totally agree where they hell can you get that quality of entertainment in that setting for that money, cant please them all can you xx happy xmas to you and yours xxxxxxxxx

Linus


Joined: 04/05/2008
Posts: 281

Message Posted:
21/12/2008 23:53

Hi Lilli

we are in NC for a week from 28/12. I would like to visit your restarauant . Are you far from Kyrenia



Regards



Linus

kenny b


Joined: 12/09/2008
Posts: 211

Message Posted:
22/12/2008 02:01

Sounds fantastic value to me 120ytl all inclusive including entertainment.

Wont be able to make it this year but hopefully next.

Kenny

Val44


Joined: 14/11/2008
Posts: 210

Message Posted:
22/12/2008 02:24

Malpas bash expensive???





MYARSE

david9


Joined: 09/09/2008
Posts: 358

Message Posted:
22/12/2008 05:50

He

Not knocking the entertainers!!, but have yet to experience good food or service at the Malpas. Right entertainers -wrong Venue.

So definitely not worth £55

negativenick


Joined: 10/11/2008
Posts: 6023

Message Posted:
22/12/2008 06:34

re mess 30 - Spot on David...



Have seen all of the entertainers and they are spot on......



But you can usually see them for 10ytl at somewhere like the Altinkaya, so how does that jump to £55 ? - Sounds like the Malpass charging top dollar for the grub and as i said earlier, last X Mas at the Malpass was terrible...



Nick

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
22/12/2008 10:37

hi linus we are on the main alsancak lapta road just past the statue of the golden lady so not too far, hope to see you have a great xmas lol lilli xx

scruffdog


Joined: 09/12/2008
Posts: 742

Message Posted:
22/12/2008 12:33

Message 21, went to the Dome last New Year, only 2 tables of brits there, all TS's, also several locals will be at the Malpas. As for Altankya charging 10ytl, that is for one act, or maybe Anna and Jonnie together, another 2 involved, plus local drinks all night and some of the Brits can drink for England, plus food and guaranteed electric, not like saturdays original venue!!!!!

Motown



Joined: 22/12/2008
Posts: 9

Message Posted:
22/12/2008 13:02

I think maybe it is just the 'entertainment ie Anna and Johnnie' that is cancelled as I heard they had Turkish/Cypriot entertainers. I am not saying this is gospel but anyone who has booked maybe best to check.

lottie


Joined: 21/12/2008
Posts: 29

Message Posted:
22/12/2008 13:02

Message 20....you could risk going back to the uk to see what it is like there now. Or you could risk learning Turkish . Or you could stop whingeing about your lot !!

kezspot


Joined: 26/11/2007
Posts: 443

Message Posted:
22/12/2008 19:38

To message 34 - The entertainment for new yrs eve is as stated in message 1

Anna Mcarthur

Jonnie Hawkins

Kerry and 'scarlet'

Danny Fisher as Elvis

shadders


Joined: 16/07/2008
Posts: 65

Message Posted:
24/12/2008 02:52

4 great acts, 6 course meal and free local drinks all eve?!! for that money, im in!! as posts above have commented, if its not your cup of tea, dont go. but plenty are going and it will be hard to beat.

Turbo


Joined: 24/12/2006
Posts: 833

Message Posted:
24/12/2008 10:17

Shadders, enjoy the show, thats what your paying for.





ps, one of the courses is not really a course, the sorbet is like a ice mouthwash. ( a shishy way of adding an extra course).



The brownie for dessert, wow, we have those in coffee shops, like a cookie. Nothing elegant about a brownie unless you add the right "herbs".



pps. Not trying to be negative here, just don't want you to build your hopes up for a huge feast.



ppps. I would love to hear about peoples experience after the fact. Please post what you think of the evening , if it compares to the their ad.

The secret is, you make your own fun , no matter what. have a great Xmas.

johnnybgoode


Joined: 08/12/2008
Posts: 252

Message Posted:
24/12/2008 21:02

being good friends with all the entertainers, and knowing them very well, i know that jonnie hawkins has put a great deal of effort into bringing these singers to all of us brits, this new years eve, what ever the problem with the savoy is not for me to coment on, its cost him a lot of money for all of the events he's put on this year and we should all supprort him for doing so, if you think that the cost is too high,then don't go, if you had a crap xmas at the malpas last year then complain to the management, like i did, if you don't like the singers then go somewhere else, i know it's going to be a great night, and i will be going even though i've seen and heard them all perform most weeks this year, good luck you guys and enjoy the night, we'll be all seeing in the new year together.

negativenick


Joined: 10/11/2008
Posts: 6023

Message Posted:
25/12/2008 21:55

i'm going round Gary Monger's house....







Nick

negativenick


Joined: 10/11/2008
Posts: 6023

Message Posted:
26/12/2008 17:40

and he's got scotch eggs AND a pork pie.....





Nick

Turbo


Joined: 24/12/2006
Posts: 833

Message Posted:
26/12/2008 22:02

Sorry, Nige, dont mean to rain on your parade, just listened and watched the video's, the sound was not good.

Was she singing over a Dean Martin soundtrack in Winter wonderland I am sure I could hear him singing.



Looks like people had fun, thats whats important.

Turbo


Joined: 24/12/2006
Posts: 833

Message Posted:
26/12/2008 22:06

Will there be a band playing the music at this "Big bash"?

Turbo


Joined: 24/12/2006
Posts: 833

Message Posted:
26/12/2008 22:47

I noticed a posting went to the Bermuda triangle, I will repost;

I had said, something like thiS:



Nige, looked like everyone was having fun, Anna has a good voice , I could almost hear Dean Martin voice in the background on Winter Wonderland.

Was she singing over tapes?



The sound of the speaker didnt come over too well on the video.

But everyone had fun on the 12 days of Xmas..



MODERATORS, tell me if youre going to delete a posting or if you would like me to re-write it, dont just chuck it out..*&%&*@#

Turbo


Joined: 24/12/2006
Posts: 833

Message Posted:
26/12/2008 22:49

My posting was on "Chrismas day at the Waterfront Lapta" , before going to never never land.

Taz666


Joined: 21/12/2008
Posts: 180

Message Posted:
27/12/2008 14:41

£55 quid per person?????? the better half and me are off to the local and for ONLY £25 per head including free drink, the landlord puts on a Massive buffet enough for 500 but he limits the ticket sales to 150, we all have a great time, loads to eat, at 12 everyone goes out for the fireworks, which last year where excellent then its back in to continue the fun and all for £25 quid

Perry


Joined: 27/01/2007
Posts: 413

Message Posted:
27/12/2008 15:36

Taz - where is your venue it sounds good.

Taz666


Joined: 21/12/2008
Posts: 180

Message Posted:
27/12/2008 16:17

Hi Perry



Steel City in UK, ya have to look at what you prefer, the better half likes christmas at home, me NC so told her next year she gets what she wants and so do I lol

kezspot


Joined: 26/11/2007
Posts: 443

Message Posted:
28/12/2008 13:46

To the top!

Annna


Joined: 20/08/2008
Posts: 61

Message Posted:
29/12/2008 19:17

and again!

Annna


Joined: 20/08/2008
Posts: 61

Message Posted:
30/12/2008 22:28

Hello All,



Hope you all had a fabulous Christmas!



There's just a few tickets left for The Big Bash!!!



Call now: 05338314186/ 05338487053



Twin Management and The Malpas have pulled out all the stops to make sure tomorrow night will be one to remember!



here's a sneaky peek at the entertainment on offer.....



http://www.myspace.com/annabethmacarthur



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q25NVWMJJDA





Anna

xxx

negativenick


Joined: 10/11/2008
Posts: 6023

Message Posted:
31/12/2008 05:37

suddenly £55 a head sounds VERY expensive, now Kings bar are doing free food and music AND it's just down the road from me.



RESULT !!



Happy new year





Nick

breezyboy


Joined: 14/05/2007
Posts: 1179

Message Posted:
31/12/2008 10:18

Nick- you get what you pay for generally and having stayed at he Malpas for a few nights we are going again tonight.It is good value.

Most people find their own level for a big occasion so we presume you will be seeing the New Year in at the chippy.

If you are interested in living cheaply then try Cambodia they may even have a forum by now to be negative on!

dickyboy


Joined: 31/12/2008
Posts: 129

Message Posted:
31/12/2008 14:03

Wish i was there for the New Year as it 's excellent value, don't worry about the food or the entertainment, I will probably spend £100 quid tonight going to the local and having a bowl of soup and a roll @ midnight !!!!!

negativenick


Joined: 10/11/2008
Posts: 6023

Message Posted:
31/12/2008 19:24

Sorry, i can't watch Danny Fisher - i've never forgiven Elvis for shooting his De Tomaso Pantera, when it wouldn't start...



Nick

littlenige



Joined: 24/12/2006
Posts: 3594

Message Posted:
31/12/2008 19:36

enjoy it all tonight



what ever you are doing where ever you are.

gottheyips


Joined: 28/12/2007
Posts: 444

Message Posted:
01/01/2009 14:19

Had a great night at The Big Bash, well done to Anna, Jonnie, Danny, Kerry and Scarlet.

Worth every penny we all had a blast and could not ask for a better night of entertainment, food, drink and super company.

Happy New Year All.

Annna


Joined: 20/08/2008
Posts: 61

Message Posted:
15/01/2009 12:21

I still have in my possession, A black cardigan, with a beaded trim....left behind on the night. Anyone??



05338314186



Anna

xxx