Christmas @ Good Everything

Post by **nola-udon** » December 19, 2007, 7:20 pm

Personally, I don't waste time in bars. I do however try to support a wife and daughter, whom I send to private school, on a Social Security check from the USA. I come from New Orleans where some of the finest foods in the world are served at any number of restaurants for less than this. This has nothing to do with being tight a** and everything to do with being over-charged.

Post by **beer monkey** » December 19, 2007, 9:07 pm

Now Now gentleman, tis the season of good everything...i mean good will, some won't want to pay 1000b for a crimbo slap up meal,and some will, if you live full time in udon on retirement that 1000 baht + may seem pang and times that by 2 or 3 maybe plus add on something for the kiddies and its probably the sort of cost you can live off for a week or two, plus the fact personally for me its not really the same as having a chrissy dinner back in UK, had plenty over the years in bangkok/pattaya/phuket etc the atmosphere is no where near a christmas feel....its just another day in 90 degrees heat.
noodles and turkey balls for me.

Post by **jackspratt** » December 19, 2007, 9:10 pm

beer monkey wrote:Now Now gentleman, tis the season of good everything...i mean good will, some won't want to pay 1000b for a crimbo slap up meal,and some will, if you live full time in udon on retirement that 1000 baht + may seem pang and times that by 2 or 3 maybe plus add on something for the kiddies and its probably the sort of cost you can live off for a week or two, plus the fact personally for me its not really the same as having a chrissy dinner back in UK, had plenty over the years in bangkok/pattaya/phuket etc the atmosphere is no where near a christmas feel....its just another day in 90 degrees heat.
noodles and turkey balls for me.

Forget the noodles, BM. Where do you get those turkey balls

Post by **beer monkey** » December 19, 2007, 9:19 pm

From a 'man' turkey.

Post by **polehawk** » December 19, 2007, 9:22 pm

So, what are the choices for Christmas dinner?

1,000 baht at Good Everything.

2,000 baht per couple at Aussie Bar.

150 baht at TJ's.

270 baht at Nong's Ribs (with Beer Lao available to wash it down).

290 baht at Charoensri Hotel's restaurant.

Any others? Bella Italia has put out a spread the last couple of years. How about Irish Clock or Charoen Hotel?

I agree with Diesel Daddy. Never had a bad meal at any of these places. Enjoy your meal wherever you decide to go. Feliz Navidad, everyone.

Post by **jackspratt** » December 19, 2007, 9:33 pm

beer monkey wrote:From a 'man' turkey.

Does it need to have a history as a good "gobbler"?

Post by **beer monkey** » December 19, 2007, 9:55 pm

If i can find that damn turkey i will ask him...

Post by **jingjai** » December 19, 2007, 10:31 pm

Last Xmas Dieter's Rauch Kate served up a great meal for 199 baht. He's serving holiday meals again this year, however I'm not sure of the price. Last year the meals were offered from the 23rd-25th.

http://www.udonmap.com/udonthaniforum/v ... 35&start=0

Post by **archie** » December 20, 2007, 4:43 am

Dieseldaddy, we will agree to disagree as about half the comments on this thread are split between being an 'overchage' and good value. As far as frequenting bars goes, it is an Aussie institution to get together with your mates, have a few cold beers, and solve the worlds problems. Maybe you Yanks have a different take on bonding with your friends, relaxing, and generally enjoying some down time and de-stressing. We to have many fine restaurants in Sydney where you can dine for less than this most of the year "BUT THIS IS CHRISTMAS". Horses for courses old son. Without prejudice, i dare say that if life in Issan is financially tight , you would struggle to live on the "streets" in the States... Wouldn't this forum be boring if we didn't all have differing opinions ???

Good luck to you and your family, and wishing you a merry Christmas and a happy new year !!!

ARCHIE.

Post by **Sport** » December 20, 2007, 7:09 pm

Jingjoes bar and restaurant is offering the following for Christmas Day.

Roast turkey with stuffing & cranberry sauce with,
roast beef and gravy,
roast potatoes, pumpkin, sweet potatoes,
garlic beans, steamed carrots, peas and cabbage,
bread rolls.

Caramel dumplings with cream and ice-cream, very very rich.
Buffet meal from 5.30pm and bookings are essential on 0840934089 or call in to the bar well beforehand. Price 400B.

laphanphon · Post by **laphanphon** » December 20, 2007, 7:26 pm

wow, sounding nice also, so many choices.............

Post by **BobHelm** » December 20, 2007, 10:24 pm

It is all about 'value for money'
If you pay 20 baht for something and it is inedible then that is not good value.
If you pay 2,000 baht & enjoy it then that is good value.
Personally I will be eating (& cooking) at home - but cheap Charlie & I have always like Christmas at home.

Post by **Roy** » December 21, 2007, 7:49 am

Bob are you doing the full works?
Maybe we can come and eat at yours

Post by **BobHelm** » December 21, 2007, 9:14 am

Roy, not cheap if you want the 'full works' I noticed that Lotus were selling 6/7 kilo turkeys at 1,200 baht each - so I guess I ain't gona be much cheaper than Good Everythings.....

But will have turkey sandwiches for a week or so.....

Post by **Roy** » December 21, 2007, 11:16 am

So its settled then, all round to Bobs for Christmas tucker.
A not no is as good as a yes in my book!

laphanphon · Post by **laphanphon** » December 21, 2007, 11:41 am

thinking the same thing, hate to see the family surviving on turkey (maybe getting a bit dry in a week or two) sandwiches. we are here to help save the world from wasted food, when so many don't have enough to eat.

we all know when someone says, well maybe, of if i can, it's not a yes, so, if not saying no, it must be a yes.............what time shall we meet

Post by **jingjai** » December 21, 2007, 2:32 pm

BobHelm wrote: But will have turkey sandwiches for a week or so.....

One, of the many good things about the holiday's. Leftovers!

Bob, I'll have my sandwich on a whole-wheat roll, mustard, mayo,
and lettuce.

Thanks in advance.

Post by **beer monkey** » December 21, 2007, 4:22 pm

Just post a map with directions and start times BH......bring a bottle ??.

Post by **MAD** » December 21, 2007, 5:39 pm

Good Everything - Update

Menu (5 course) 1000 Baht p/p.

Green peas soup with Seafood

Chilled Crab & Avocado Salad w/ Lemon Curd & Tobiko

Traditional Christmas Turkey

Stuffing, mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes, Cranberry Sauce

Pumpkin or Apple pie

Christmas Coffee or Tea
(Incl. Glass of white wine)

I have spoken with the owners and they will have kids join as follows:

Kids up to 4 years old - Free of charge
Kids up to 12 years old - 50% off

Post by **lee** » December 21, 2007, 5:43 pm

Mmmm sounds delicious