1 - 7 APRIL 2016
What’s On FRIDAY 1ST APRIL April Fools Cocktail Party at Pool Bar | Nightlife Sunset Cocktail Party at Pool Bar. Grab a drink after work and chill out with DJ AluxioN! For bottle packages call 09251185976. ? Novotel Yangon Max - 459, Pyay Road, 4th Floor, Kamayut Township | P 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Party Time! | Nightlife DJ Fisework at Hummingbird. ? Hummingbird - No.76, Phone Gyi Street, Lanmadaw Township | P FROM 9:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC with Vietnam’s ARE & ARE | Nightlife Coming all the way from Vietnam, Are & Are will give you a night of live music at 50th Street. Come on down to enjoy acoustic covers alongside our late night happy hour! ? 50th Street cafe Restaurant and Bar - 9/13 50th Street, Botataung Township | P 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
MOVE with DJ April (Thailand) | Nightlife This 1st April, DJ April from Thailand will play at Inya Bar (Inya Lake Hotel). Music by DJ April (Thailand). Pioneer Pro Lady DJ Champion. Will perform with International models. ? Inya Bar - Inya Lake Hotel, 37 Kabar Aye Pagoda Road, Bahan Township | P FROM 11:00 PM
French (love) Friday #16 with Idiots | Nightlife This Friday, They ain’t fools but Idiots! The IFB warms you up before Thingyan with a special French Love Friday welcoming on stage IDIOTS, ready to rock your night! Opening act by Catch the White Doves. Live performance followed by DJ set. 8000 KYATS + 2 free drinks ? Institut Francais de Birmanie - 340, Pyay Road, Sanchaung Township | P 8:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Craft Beer Tasting | Nightlife This will be a fun participatory experience that will explore the historical origins of ale, the production process, aroma and tasting notes, descriptions and styles of ale, ingredient familiarity, and an ale preference vote. Limited seating available, RSVP - shanfarmhouseales@gmail.com ? The British Club, Yangon Township | P FROM 6:30 PM
1ST - 8TH APRIL Lethwei Master Class with “ Tway Ma Shaung” | Activity Price : One session – MMK 15,000 nett (Member) One session – MMK 18,000 nett (Non Member) Time : Morning session – from 9:30 AM, Evening session – from 7:30 PM One session accepts maximum 4 members, RSVP - fitnesscentre.prygn@ parkroyalhotels.com ? Fitness Centre of Park Royal Hotel - 33, Alan Pya Phaya Road, Dagon Township
1ST - 4TH APRIL 5th Myanmar International Gems, Jewelry & Watch Expo 2016 | Activities MIGJWE is open to trade and public. Big discounts on jewellery and high tech equipment for jewellery manufacturing. For detail, ASCO@AsiaConnect.net ? Myanmar Gem Museum - 66, Kaba Aye Pagoda Road, Mayagone Township | P 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
What’s On SATURDAY 2ND APRIL The Sunset Boat Party | Nightlife Join as we sail down the Yangon River to pulsing beats under the setting sun. The Boat Party will bring together 3 DJs with swelling beats from House Music to Gypsy, Breaks to Hip Hop and Electro, for a nostalgic Yangon evening out. Enjoy our delicious food, and hang out on the upper deck, with cold drinks and the cool fresh air whiped off the water. Kyat : 15'000 (and one free beer on us!) ? Botahtaung Harbour - The Royal Irrawaddy Boat, Botahtaung Jetty | P 4:30 PM - 8:15 PM
After Party of the "Sunset Boat Party" | Nightlife After cruising down the Yangon river, join the after party on 9pm at Union Bar & Grill, on Strand Rd this Saturday night. Locally well-known DJ Fisewook(France) and special guest DJ Deleven (Holland) will be spinning until late. The river is pleasant and nice, and partying harder is best at Yangon's best bar, Union. ? Union Bar and Grill - 42, Strand Road, Left corner of the Myanmar Red Cross Building, Botahtaung Township | P FROM 9:00 PM
Under the Sea Party | Nightlife The British Club will be hosting a fancy dress party extravaganza! There will be live music, games, food, dj's, mermaids and more. Get creative with those costumes, prizes for the best! Tickets cost 10,000k per person, includes all day drinks deals, cocktail promotions and tasty snacks. ? British Embassy Club, Rangoon - 46, Gyo Byu Road, Dagon Township | P FROM 5:00 PM
Ethnic Culture Festival and Food Fair | Activities This event is a great opportunity for you to enjoy the culture of many ethnicity, traditional dances and foods. You will gain more insight into the diversity of our county. The objectives are to promote a positive understanding of culture diversity in our society, to raise fund for marginalized students in the community during summer camp or service learning program, to share opportunities for everyone to experience multi ethnic culture and taste a variety of ethnic food. Free entry for all. ? Judson Hall - nearby Marlar bus stop, Pye road, Kamayut Township | P 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
My Paris Beauty Expo 2016 | Activities All products of My PARIS perfumes are available there. Not only a festival, many other games are waiting you. Here the games are; Quiz Master, You Raise Me Up, Share With Love, Together With Love, etc. ? Myanmar Plaza - Corner of Kabaraye Pagoda Road and Setmhu 1 Road, Yankin Township | P 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
The Silver Linings Party | Activities Hla Day will be throwing this fundraising event to launch an online crowd funding campaign to get their business re-started. There will be a craft market set up by the community of producers selling their beautiful wares, along with short film screenings, music, food and drinks. ? Goethe-Institut Myanmar - 340, Pyay Road, Sanchaung Township | P 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Pre Thingyan Sale | Activities Check out their new collection of reclaimed wood furniture and take advantage on special offers. Refreshments will be served. ? Yangon Green Furniture - No.29G, Set Wa street, Kabaraye Pagoda Road, Mayangone Township | P 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
What’s On Pre Water Festival at Piano Bar | Nightlife Traditionally people gently sprinkled water on one another as a sign of blessing and good wishes. Ticket Fee: 10,000 Ks per person , 1 Drinks of House Pouring.VIP Package: 200,000 Ks. ? Piano Bar & Grill Yangon - No.2, Parami Road, Mayangone Township | P FROM 5:00 PM
SUNDAY 3RD APRIL A Moment Suspended In Time | Art Zwe Yan Naing is one of Myanmar’s most celebrated young artists, having exhibited his paintings in nine countries and is part of permanent museum collections in the UK, USA and Germany. ? Pansodan Scene Gallery - 144, 2nd Floor, Pansodan Street (Corner of Mahabandoola Street), Kyauktada Township | P FROM 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Splitting in Myanmar’s Psyche: Intergenerational and Collective Trauma | Art Su Su Maung, a licensed marriage and family therapist, will give a talk titled: Splitting in Myanmar’s Psyche: Intergenerational and Collective Trauma. The talk is free and open to the public. No ticket or invitation is necessary. ? Pansodan Scene Gallery - 144, 2nd Floor, Pansodan Street (Corner of Mahabandoola Street), Kyauktada Township | P 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Thingyan Pop-up | Activity Go shop the new collections of APTK and Cici on a fine sunny Sunday with a cup of coffee! Stay tuned for the interesting offers from Mystylo too. In fact, from shoes and heels to shirts and dresses, you can even upgrade the whole wardrobe in one place! ? The Press Office Café - Unit 31-4, Plaza 31, Bo Yar Nyunt Road, Dagon Township | P 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Global Harmonies Singing Session | Art & Stage Time for more songs from around the world! Go and experience the joy of group singing. No musical experience needed. It is free entry event. ? Institut Francais de Birmanie - 340, Pyay Road, Sanchaung Township | P 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
MONDAY 4TH APRIL Net Monday Silver Jubilee with the Launch of Telenor Exclusive Viber | Activities Join the Silver Jubilee of Net Monday where Telenor Myanmar and Viber will lead the discussion while launching “Telenor Exclusive Viber Sticker”. They’re proud to announce that this is the special Net Monday after implementing 25 events every month for two years. Please reserve your seat by registration through the link; netmondayviber.doattend.com. ? Grand Ballroom - Sedona Hotel, Kabar Aye Road, Mayangon Township | P FROM 5:30 PM
Documentary Evening | Activities We are happy to announce that our documentary evening is back! Join us to #PledgeforParity with the screening of "He named me Malala" - an intimate portrait of Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai. ? PfC Knowledge Sharing Center - 77/79, Bo Yar Nyunt, 2nd Floor, Dagon Township | P FROM 5:30 PM
What’s On TUESDAY 5TH APRIL Myanmar Real Estate Market 2016 Outlook For Foreign Investors | Activities This event will consists of a review of the current status of Myanmar Property law which includes the latest condominium law and also will share about Joint Venture(JV) structure for foreign investor. This seminar is being hosted for the very first time in Myanmar. So they are expecting overwhelming responses. RSVP - http://www.ypf.com.mm/ ? Novotel Yangon Max - 4th Floor, 459 Pyay Road, Kamayut Township | P FROM 2:00 PM
WEDNESDAY 6TH APRIL Ladies Night | Nightlife Ladies Night and also Piano Night with two Singers. Free Entry and Free One Cocktail for all ladies until midnight. ? Piano Bar Yangon - No.2, Parami Road, Mayangone Township | P 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Enjoy Ladies Night with Unplugged | Nightlife This is your night, Ladies. Everything’s gonna be alright. It’s ladies night and the feeling’s right. All ladies get one cocktails free. Draught Beer ~ 1000 Ks. For Reservation : 09 515 8797 (Mr. Thein) ? B2O Bistro Bar, No-98, 20th Street Upper Block, Latha Township | P 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
THURSDAY 7TH APRIL Yangon cultural heritage Photo Exhibiton | Art Photo Contest “Yangon cultural heritage: looking back at the past in order to develop a sustainable future”. There was a photo competition by Embassy of Italy and the exhibition will be held on 7th of April. For more info, visit www.myanmore.com
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thingyan mandats guide
How To Join Thingyan Mandats Thingyan is approaching and now is the time to think how involved you want to be in the celebrations. For those who have yet to experience the water festival, there are several large platforms, similar to Mardi Gras floats in the US, called Mandats. Each include sound equipment, food & beverages and dozens of hoses. Some of the hoses are clearly meant for putting out raging fires but have been reappropriated for just ‘raging’ during the festival. Prices go up everyday closer to April 17th, so you should book a spot on one of the many stages. A few mandats may let those with the Thingyan spirit come on board, the majority will require you to buy a ticket ahead of time, almost always enforced with security personnel and several cameras. Prices vary, connections matter too, but anyone interested in being apart of the madness should definitely get spots reserved! Other stages have yet to announce their plans so stick with MYANMORE.com for Thingyan updates! Every mandat has VIP accommodations that may be worth it if you have a large group of people who want quality alcohol and the option of escaping the fray. Buy tickets with Thingyan Mandatt Tickets (TMT), the main ticket sale company for the big mandats. Contact them at 09789608330. Or contact one of the stage organizers directly, info will be on their Facebook pages.
LIST OF MANDATS OMG On Kandawgyi Pat Road, near Kandawgyi lake, one of the most active streets during Thingyan. On 160’ x 40’ area, there will be a magnificent 5 stepped platform equipped with disco light, laser beams, neon lights, basically a night club. The party starts on April 12th, free entry for ladies on this day. 15,000 per person at April 13th, 23,000 Ks on the 14th, 28,000 at 15th, and 35,000 at 16th. Buy for all days at once for 55,000.
GOD THEATRE On Kabar Aye Pagoda Road this year for their 9th Anniversary with DJs that performed at Tomorrowland. YVES V & WOLFPACK will be playing at God Theatre on their selected day. And one big local Djs duo TERROR BASS whose track have been played recently at Ultra Music Festival this weekend in Miami, US. And most famous female djs from Thailand are coming too. So don’t miss this one! All-days pass 70,000 Ks (Before April) PROJECT X On Kabaraye Road, Project X will have 5 DJs, both local and international. Some include, DJ Boby Funk, who is the 2k16 Myanmar DJ Championship. The 5 DJs are playing on 5 different days of Thingyan. Members of Project X will be able to listen to the DJs unique style and beats on different days. Project X’s all day ticket cost 58,000 Ks. The ticket includes free flow of beer during happy hours, which fall during the afternoon. BARRACKS On Pyay Road, Barracks in the one of the more established mandats. This mandat provides foam parties, more than 5 restaurant providers, free meals 2 times a day and private toilets, Thingyan eve party, unlimited punch, and resting areas and tables. All-days tickets for 85,000 Ks, but only 65,000 Ks if bought before April. Daily tickets ranges from 15,000 Ks to 40,000 Ks. May be tougher for expats to join.
TMF (THINGYAN MUSIC FESTIVAL) On Pyay road, close to Inya Lake and Shwe Hin Thar Tower. Best for hardcore Thingyan goers with 24 different Djs, Derro, Dyro, MOTi, Thomas Newson, DJ BL3ND & more. TMF separates itself from other mandats with their music and international appeal. 45,000 Ks on the first and second day ,50,000 Ks for the third day, and 60,000 kyats for day 4. The cheaper alternative is to buy Early Bird tickets for 120,000 Ks which includes all days. There will be a massive foam party area, a bar, and a party area decorated with glow in the dark ink.
OVERDOSE On Kabar Aye Pagoda road, with rock and roll with jazzy beats played by DJ Dynamite (M-Invaders) and DJ Error-K (Thailand). The structure of Overdose is 6 steps 160 ft x 45ft with two dancing floors and VIP area (limited). It has 700 pressured pipes and 4 water cannons for everyday. 11th night and 12th April ladies enter for free. All day ticket cost only 40,000Ks in March, 55,000 Ks for April. Daily tickets are 15,000Ks for 13th April, 23,000Ks for 14th April, 28,000Ks for 15th April, and 35,000Ks for 16th April. YOTE THAY On Kabar Aye Pagoda road with 7 DJs on a 180ft x 50ft big 4 stepped stage. The water party starts early at this particular mandat: 11th April will be the Pre-Water Festival, 12th will have the Opening ceremony with additional cake party, and they will have special events starting from 13th,
such as free beer flow happy hours, foam parties, and awarding the most popular guest. On the last day, they will finish strong with an amazing performance from a secret performer. All days tickets costs 60,000 in April and 45,000 in March. 12th April will be free for all ticket holders. 13th April will cost 15,000 Ks, 25,000 Ks for 14th April, 30,000 Ks for 15th, and 35,000 for the 16th. This place should be considered if you are going with groups of friends as it offers 1 free tickets for every 10 tickets.
POSEIDON On Kabar aye Pagoda Road between Sedona and New Day Petrol Station. Poseidon’s all-day tickets cost 65,000 Ks. VIP tickets price is 150,000 Ks for all-day and VIP table for 5 persons price ranges from 700,000 Ks to 1,400,000 kyats. 5 DJs (2 international, 3 local) WATER WAR On Kabar aye Road, Water War has 5 DJs in which 2 of them, known as Zeta, are founders of Juize Muzic, a DJ school. Water War contains 888 water hoses for the mandatt seaters and 6 stands. Water War will provide a list of cocktails. Tickets cost 55,000 Ks for all days and VIP ticket cost 150,000 Ks which includes private area on stage. SHARK RAVE On Pyay Road, with an Ultra Giant Stage of 180’x40’. Pre opening party, Foam Party, Colour Party, Medical Center. DJ Fenner, DJ Ono (Bangkok Invaders), DJ Mickey & M Invaders. REGULAR All Day-75000ks, 12nd APRIL One Day-10000ks, 13th APRIL One Day-15000ks, 14th APRIL One Day25000ks, 15th APRIL One Day-25000ks, 16 APRIL One Day-35000ks each. RAVE F7 Rave F7 is one of the most elaborate mandat on Kabar Aye Road. Foam Party, Cake Party and Firework Party for closing ceremony will be the highlight all to 6 DJs. Rave F7 has awards by lucky draw and for Mr. & Mrs. Rave F7 that prove to be the night’s most popular dancers.For safety, Rave F7 has its own medical centre and private toilet. All day tickets cost 65000 Ks. Single day tickets for 10000 Ks on the 1st day, 2nd day for 15000 Ks and 3rd & 4th day for 20000 Ks, final day for 25000 Ks. EXODUS On Kabar Aye Pagoda Road, Exodus has a big dance floor with a non-stop shower system. They will welcome Thingyan with opening party then it’s a Foam Party, Firework Party, Lucky Draw event are the interesting period. They will announce a Mr. & Mrs. Exodus Pandal Choice Award to those who support the 4 Professional DJs as much as possible. All day ticket price is 55,000Ks and 10,000Ks for 12th April, 15,000Ks for 13th April, 20,000Ks for 14th April, 30,000Ks for 15th April and 35,000Ks for 16th April. In March, you can get all day ticket with 38,000Ks.
TROLL WARS In Kandawgyi, lead by DJ Right D Beatz and DJ SYNTH, and the entire Black Sheep group will be DJing at Troll Wars with one female guest DJ (wait and see to find out about her). The total of 7 DJs will be rocking at Troll Wars. (hasn’t released all the info yet)
review
Credit to Immortal Titans
Immortal Titans Offers Italian Food with a Nightclub BY KLAUS OBERBAUER
WHAT IT IS The outside facade of what could be described as modern Roman architecture tells you a lot about what to expect. Certainly unique in Yangon, houses a type of cuisine that can also not be found anywhere else in the city: Italian-Asian fusion. While the architectural design of the downstairs restaurant and upstairs club will probably not impress everyone, the food will satisfy, both lovers of Eastern and Western food. ATMOSPHERE The setting is upscale with a style that will be most appreciated by people who enjoy gastrobars like Escape, Union Bar or clubs like The Clubhouse. For some guests it will probably be strange to eat in a dark room where you can barely see your food, however if you eat here before a long night of partying the setting gets you in the right mood. RECOMMENDATIONS We started with Risotto Seafood which came with a seaweed risotto, prawns in different sizes and mussels. The taste of the risotto was very well-rounded and the rice was cooked to the perfect consistency for the dish. The seafood was of very high quality, but the heavy cream-based sauce was taking away too much of its natural taste. There was even more additional cream served on the side which made the dish overall too heavy.... We continued with the Beef Tenderloin Tagliata which was definitely the highlight of the evening. The steak is one of the best you can eat in Yangon with Thai-style sauces that were a perfect match for the taste of the meat. With the food we tried a house cocktail and a martini which were standard quality for a Yangon bar and quite heavy on alcohol. FINAL THOUGHTS Immortal Titans is a welcome addition to a part pf town with few high quality restaurant options. Because of the style and atmosphere the target market seems to be mostly Myanmar middle to upper class party people, however, expats who venture past the unconventional facade will be surprised by the high quality of the food. 49 Moe Kaung Road, Yankin Township, Yangon +95 9 421 123 193
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An Instant Recommendation! The Lab Pasta Bar BY VICKIE WHAT IT IS The Lab Pasta Bar is surrounded by colorful local shops and situated on a busy little sidewalk with lots of culture and history. The Lab is now open for lunch, dinner and anything in between. Free deliveries are available all throughout Yankin township. ATMOSPHERE It’s a compact restaurant with a mini bar, the colourful walls give a feeling of space. Modren décor, warm lights and an intimate atmosphere, the place provides a comfortable fun spot for couples and families. After dinner, you can head for the tables outside for chilling with drinks and shisha. RECOMMENDATION The choice of dishes range from spaghetti, carbonara, fusilli and raviolis, and prices are from US$7- $12 ...I went for the Seafood Tagliatelli, and loved the properly served al dente, with a delicious toss of tomatoes, cream, pepper flakes, chilies, lemon, prawns, mussels and squids, all tangled up and slicked in fresh pasta sauce. The Ravioli with cheese and sauteed spinach retained a nice bite, finished with a swab-worthy sauce: a bright arugula pesto for the orecchiette and chunks of fresh tomatoes on top. It was the star dish! ... Gazapacho Soup is the perfect dish for the coming Summer season in Yangon. Icy and crunchy, chunks of gardenfresh tomato, prepared to bring a great savory note.... There is a wide variety of drinks, Wines(US $5), Spirits (US $6), Cocoktails(US $5.5), and hot and cold drinks. Freshly-made Juices available as well. FINAL THOUGHTS The Lab is clearly the most spirited space around the area, separated from the others by an old while country fence. The food is superb, the décor is voguish, and the service is fast and friendly. The restaurant is therefore, more sophisticated but relaxed than the upscale dining concept. 202 Yan Shin Street, Yankin Township, Yangon 09 45138 8602 | 11:00am-11:00pm
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