Birds of a feather

Thai low-cost carrier Nok Air has released a new collection of accessories to raise funds for the Hornbill Research Foundation. “Tropical Bird” boasts cool t-shirts, stylish bag tags and carry-on bags and will be on sale on all Nok Air flights throughout September. Khao Yai National Park, Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary and Budo-Su-ngai Padi National Park are home to 13 species of hornbill. Visit http://www.NokSmileShop.com.

Tales of two countries

Amari Phuket invites guests to experience a new buffet-themed night at Rim Talay restaurant. The buffet, which is priced at Bt790, offers an amazing combination of Thai favourites and popular curry dishes from the northern part of India. The Indian goodies include tandoori chicken, lamb rogan josh, chicken tikka masala, fish curry, lentils, papadums, naan bread and biryani rice, while the Thai specials cover masaman, green and penang curries and other Thai noodle and rice dishes. Complete a wonderful dinner at the dessert corner with Indian and Thai sweets plus seasonal fruits. Book a table at (076) 340 106 extension 8027, or email rimtalay@amari.com.

Kilos of kindness

To mark the United Nations International Day of Charity on September 5, Movenpick Hotels & Resorts introduces the latest initiative in its “Kilo of Kindness” drive. Guests and residents are invited to visit the 16 participating hotels to donate at least a kilo of learning supplies – such as notebooks, pens and pencils – for distribution to local schools. Supplies can be dropped off from Sunday through September 1. The participating properties are located in Jordan, Lebanon, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Thailand and the Philippines. Each person who makes a donation will get an ice cream as a small gesture of appreciation.

Italian by design

Marco Pacetta and Joss Linde of modern Italian restaurant Sensi Bangkok are staging a five-course dinner tomorrow night paired with Bellavista and Petra wines. The menu features assorted canapes and Alma Bellavista sparkling wine, insalata di mare served with Acquagiusta Bianco Maremma, beef carpaccio with sea urchin paired with Grand Cuvee Brut Rose and ravioli with ricotta nettles and a Petra Merlot Quercegobbe. The price is Bt2,900 per person. For reservations, call (02) 117 1618 or visit http://www.SensiBangkok.com.