1 - 7 may 2015
weekly guide
editor’s note Hello MYANMOREans Happy Labour Day! To be very honest, I don’t really mind what day it is, I give much respect to any holiday that extends a weekend. Especially something like this one that acknowledges working folks. I hope this weekend will give us the rest needed. ‘Cuz, you know, some of us need a holiday to get over the long holiday we just had. Namely, yours truly. I’ve noticed that the weather has been quite erratic lately. One minute it's hot as an oven, the next it showered and thundered without warning - I reckon it’s best to start carrying a brolly and waterproof footwear. But whatever you do - don’t let the rain hold you back!
what’s on FRIDAY 1ST MAY KNOWLEDGE EXCHANGE- “WHY I STARTED MY SOCIAL BUSINESS” | BUSINESS
Ever thought about starting a social business in Myanmar? Hear from the savvy social entrepreneurs behind Yellow Leaf Hammocks, EcoZoom, ‘juabar’, Green Generation and Students of the World on how they launched award-winning businesses. Register: https://www.eventnook.com/event/whyistartedmysocialbusiness ? Phan Dee Yar - 561 Merchant Road, Yangon | P 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
ACOUSTIC MUSIC SHOW | nightlife
OTBT presents an acoustic performance every Friday from 7pm onwards. TGIF everyone! ? OTBT - Kandawgyi Natural Park, Karaweik Oo-Yin Kabar, Mingla Taung Nyunt Tsp | P 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
SATURDAY 2ND MAY DIGGER’S DANCE 2015 | NIGHTLIFE
The Yangon tradition of the Diggers’ Dance continues this year with a great evening planned of fabulous food, drink and dancing the night away to fantastic live music. All proceeds from the dance will be donated to charity. Fantastic door prizes are also on offer from generous sponsors. Tickets: The Australian Embassy, Australian Clinic (Golden Hill Towers) and The Australian Embassy Club. Info: aesc.yangon@gmail.com ? The Australian Embassy Club - No.18 Golden Valley Road, Ygn | P 7:30 PM ONWARDS
MAY DAY WEEKEND SALE | ACTIVITIES
10 TO 35% OFF on all items! Select a free gift with every item purchased. ONE DAY ONLY! They specialize in creating eco-friendly furniture from recycled, reclaimed, refurbished, vintage and sustainable timber. Contact Number : 09 795 772049 ? Yangon Green Furniture- No.29G Yezet Street ( Set Wa street ), Infront of Kabaraye Pagoda | P 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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what’s on SATURDAY 2ND MAY - 3RD MAY WORK.COM.MM RECRUITMENT DAYS | ACTIVITIES
They’re proud to bring you their biggest and most exciting Work. com.mm Recruitment Days! Whether you’re looking to launch your career, hoping to change direction, or ready to take the next step on the ladder, they have over 100 career opportunities with some of Myanmar’s top employers. Register for workshops, sign up for expert career talks, and meet potential future employers face-toface before applying directly in exchange for free giveaways. Food and beverages will be provided by their partners in the specially-designated break areas. Info: 01-1224585. ? MICT Park - Hlaing University Avenue, Hlaing Tsp | P 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
HIGH SCHOOL ART EXHIBITION | ART
This exhibition will feature art created by 160 high school students. The opening is on May 2 from 10am to 1pm and the art show will continue until May 9 from 9am to 6pm. ? New Tresure Art Gallery - 84 A, Thanlwin Street, Golden Hill Avenue, Golden Valley, Bahan Tsp | P 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
SUNDAY 3RD MAY NETBALL IN YANGON | SPORT
Mixed Social Netball game. Every Sunday 4 - 6pm. Free to play. Beginners are welcome. ? L'Alchimiste - No 5, U Tun Nyein Street, Mayangone Tsp (not far from L’Opera) | P 4:00 PM- 6:00 PM
MONDAY 4TH MAY MONDAY BLUES | NIGHTLIFE
The Best Social Event winner of the MYANMORE Awards 2015 is on. Come enjoy the most famous blues night of Yangon! There's always a space for other musicians and a good Jam during the Monday Blues. ? MOJO - 135 Inya road, Bahan Tsp (Opposite Savoy Hotel) | P FROM 9:30 PM
THE LAB PAELLA MONDAY | DINING
Slowly simmered rice with sea shrimps, smoked paprika marinated chicken and chilean mussels. All highlighted by a homemade chicken stock with saffron and curcuma. Sounds yummy? Its paella to be enjoyed with their signature sangria and it is at the lab wine and tapas bar every Monday! Limited portions so don't miss out! ? The Lab Bar - 70A Shwegondaing Rd, Bahan Tsp (Shwegondaing Junction) | P FROM 5:30 PM
TUESDAY 5TH MAY THE EXPERIENCE BAND LIVE | NIGHTLIFE
The Experience Band lead by Mr. Charlie is playing every Tuesday night at Sky Bistro. Enjoy the food promos, the music and of course, the view! ? Thiripyitsaya Sky Bistro - 20th Floor Sakura Tower, Bogyoke Aung San Rd, Kyauktada Tsp | P 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
what’s on WINE DEAL | DINING
Tuesday crazy Wine deal! Nothing’s better than sharing a bottle of wine with good friends. All wine bottles sold at half price! ? Mojo - 135 Inya road, Bahan Tsp (Opposite Savoy Hotel) | P 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
WEDNESDAY 6TH MAY BOOK CLUB | ACTIVITIES
The book up for discussion is Scoop by Evelyn Waugh so there's still time to download it and read it in time.The social club is for British embassy staff, also open to fee-paying bar members. More info: britishclubrangoon@gmail.com ? The British Embassy Club - Alan Pya Pagoda Road | P FROM 7:30 PM
JAZZ MUSIC AND DINNER | DINING
Enjoy Jazz music every week in Yangon. It’s possible now @ IFB! Every Wednesday, go and enjoy great a dinner in a friendly musical atmosphere at The Rendez-Vous. ? The Rendez-Vous - 340, Pyay Road, Sanchaung Tsp (Close to Hanthar Waddy Bus stop) | P 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
WEDNESDAY 6TH MAY - 8TH MAY SURFACE GEOCHEMICAL EXPLORATION FOR OIL AND GAS | BUSINESS This program will cover surface geochemical and non-seismic detection of oil and gas, the variety of surface and near-surface methods for high-grade basins and plays, and the pre-drilling prediction of hydrocarbon charge. For more details and ticket @ www.petrosync.com. ? Yangon,Myanmar | P 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
THURSDAY 7TH MAY BEAUTIES OF EAST AND WEST ART EXHIBITION | ART
Gallery 65 presents a new exhibition BEAUTIES OF EAST AND WEST opening on the 7th of May and continuing until the 10th of May 2015. This exhibition will feature the paintings of 2 artists, Ye Min (New York) and Than Soe. The exhibit will also feature artist Ye Min’s works featuring western landscapes, native American subjects, abstracts and nude art. ? Gallery 65 - 65 Yaw Min Gyi Rd (Behind Parkroyal Hotel) | P 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
photo of the week
Nai Yum from Pang Kam, Padaung ethnic group village in Shan State. Juan Gallardo http://www.myanmartravelessentials.com/
health
The Usefulness of Pennywort Leaf BY TETKATHO SOE MOE NAING Health is crucial for each and every person’s life. Only a healthy person can fulfil their will to its fullest. Lifestyles, eating habits and daily behaviour affect our health. Good attitude is also important in order to fit in with your environment. In Myanmar, these essential elements for our health are Destiny (Kan), Mind (Seit), Season (Oo Thu), and Nutrition (Ah Har Ra). Nutrition is essential for our survival. Pennywort leaf consumed as salad has a very good impact on health. It is an herbaceous plant grown on cool soil. Its efficient parts accord to the following order of importance; 1. Root 2. Stem 3. Leaf It has the ability of softening and moisturizing our skin and, keeping us young. According to Burmese medicine books, drinking blended juice of pennywort leaf can help urine stream flow well, thus bringing good health. Boost your memory by consuming pennywort leaf Taking 24.43 g of fresh pennywort leaf daily with honey can help boost your memory. Pennywort leaf energizer Boil a mixture of: Pure milk Pennywort Leaf pure juice Water
24.43 g 24.43 g 97.98 g
Once the water has vaporised and only the oil is left, filter it. Drinking it by adding sugar is the best natural energiser. Effectiveness and usefulness of pennywort leaf • Grinding Pennywort leaf and natural ginger juice soothes sore eyes • Taking juice received of blended pennywort leaf and Piper Longum Linn Dried Catkins (Peik Chin Fruit) prevents menstruation disorder • Wearing pennywort leaf cures acne • Putting on pounded pennywort leaf and turmeric powder cures wounds. Types of intakes passed down by the elders Stir a mixture of: Pennywort Leaf powder - 163 g | Pepper - 32.66 g | Honey - 195.96 g Mix with a knife until thick, and shape into size of normal tablets. Take two in the morning, two in the afternoon, and two at night. This will help you stay healthy. You will experience no side effects. If you feel your body needs more you can safely increase intake. This mixture of pennywort leaf is good for curing: • • • •
Blood related issues Asthma and oesophagus inflammation Skin problems Chronic diseases and fatigue. In short, Pennywort Leaf is not only a vegetable but also a supplement.
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JAP-HOP @ MOJO 26 APRIL 2015 photos BY KO THET
open 24 hours
We’ve all been there; it’s too late into the night and you’ve been hit by hunger pangs. But where to go? Here are some venues that are open 24/7.
365
Conveniently located on the ground floor of Thamada Hotel, it is just as much a stopspot for an ice-cream on a hot day as it is for a sooo-needed late-night juicy cheeseburger. The menu has something for everyone, anyday, anytime. ? No.5 Thamada Hotel, Alan Pya Pagoda Road, Dagon Township 01 243047, 01 243639-41 Ext.32
NEW BURGER
If you’re craving for a burger at 4am, New Burger is good enough for a 4am food emergency. Wifi is super-fast there, which is perfect to upload photos of your friends falling asleep, face flat on the table. ? U Chit Maung Road, U Chit Maung Housing, Bahan Township 09 31567719
PWINT THIT SAN FOOD CENTRE & FAMILY KTV
Local cafe / food centre on the ground level with KTV facility in the basement. Sing and eat your heart out! ? 520/A, Kabar Aye Pagoda Road, Koh Minn Kohchin Ward, Bahan Township 01 553644 Ext. 111, 01 8603044, 09 73040040, 09 8575655
TOBA
TOBA serves Indonesian and Indo-Chinese inspired dishes, the restaurant imports ingredients directly from Singapore and Indonesia. It is run by two Indonesian chefs to give you the right authentic flavours anytime of the day. ? 15 Nawaday Street, Dagon Township 09 254095451, 01 393443
SPICE BRASSERIE
Spice Brasserie, located on the lobby floor of Parkroyal Hotel, serves International cuisine round the clock. A convenient stop, especially after dancing the night away at Club 5. ? 33, Alan Pya Phaya Road, Dagon Township, Yangon, 11191 01 250388 Photo Credit https://www.flickr.com/photos/61604830@N00/
review
BAWARCHI INDIAN RESTAURANT EAT LIKE A KING BY ZARA DANG
WHAT IT IS Back in the days when kings ruled India, they never went anywhere without their Bawarchi, or personal chefs. These highly skilled chefs not only cooked extravagant meals, but also mixed spices for specific health benefits, and made sure the food was never tampered with by enemies or rivals. The restaurant pays tribute to its namesake by incorporating some of these traditions. All the spices come directly from India as does the head chef who hand blends each of the masalas daily. This strict adherence to traditional cooking methods and attention to detail shines through in the delectable dishes served at Bawarchi. ATMOSPHERE Though it’s not a big space, the atmosphere is comfortable and welcoming with about ten tables and a few cozy booths. In keeping with the royal theme some of the wall decorations depict images from tales of the ancient kings. Friendly tip: the restrooms are located in the main part of the attached building, on the third floor. RECOMMENDATIONS The menu offers a range of meat and seafood choices, including plenty of vegetarian options. We were told that it’s traditional to start the meal with a tikka (Indian bbq dish). The carefully marinated Chicken Tikka was grilled with a nice char on the outside, while remaining wonderfully juicy inside. The complex flavour included a kick of chili and a slight acidic zing that reminded us a bit of American Buffalo chicken. For vegetarians I highly recommend the Bharwan Paneer. The generous slices of cheese are marinated on the outside, but also have a bit of masala in the middle, giving the mild cheese an incredible amount of flavor. One of the highlights was the Dum Biriani which is baked in a clay pot sealed with dough, pressure cooking the ingredients inside without drying them out. Rest assured, this is a far cry from the oily roadside birianis so common in Yangon. The Bawarchi version incorporates layers of fragrant rice with delicate spices and marinated chicken in a beautiful presentation.
FINAL THOUGHTS Whether you’re craving a favourite dish, or curious to try North Indian cuisine for the first time, Bawarchi is definitely worth a visit! They’ve only been open for a few months so their staff is still in the training stages, but they are very friendly and eager to please. Also worth noting, they offer home delivery and full-service catering for events of all sizes. No 37, Ground Floor 1, La Pyayt Wun Plaza, Alan Pya Pagoda Road, Dagon Township | 092535 00002 | Daily 11am to 11pm
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