WEEKLY GUIDE 11 - 17 DECEMBER 2015
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What’s On FRIDAY 11TH DECEMBER The Sky Party #3 | Nightlife Up above Yangon’s roofline, an impressive, panoramic scene, a sprawling sunset city runs into the jungle horizon. Enjoy partying on top of it all on the highest bar in Myanmar where the music is pulsing, the dancing is unhinged and the conversations flow into the early hours as the moon shines. The Sky Party will bring together swelling beats from House Music to Gypsy, Breaks to Hip Hop and Electro, for a nostalgic Yangon night out. 15,000 Ks. ? Yangon Yangon Rooftop Bar - Rooftop, Sakura Tower, 339 Bogyoke Aung San Rd, Kyauktada Tsp | P FROM 5:00 PM
Old Skool Rules | Nightlife Bring it to the ONLY 80’s night in Yangon. FREE Entry. ? Andamans 2 - Corner of Yankin Rd and Yanshin Rd, Yankin Tsp | P FROM 8:00 PM
Pazzion Myanmar Grand Opening | Business Pazzion Myanmar invites you to the opening of Pazzion Myanmar Store. The event will commence with refreshments from 10:00am to 12:00pm followed by opening ceremony and photoshoot sessions. ? HAGL Myanmar Plaza - 192 Kabar Aye Pagoda Rd, Junction with No. 1 Industrial Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
FRIDAY 11TH - 14TH DECEMBER Seven Colours of Myeik 2nd Art Exhibition | Art Gallery 65 presents its second last exhibition of the year Seven Colours of Myeik, from 11th to 14th of December, 2015. The participating artists include Moe Kyaw Thant, Khin Maung Zaw, Nay Hlaing Win, Kyaw Htet Naing, Maung Aw, Win Zin and Mg Thein Win. The exhibit will feature over 40 paintings of the latest artworks of these seven artists. ? Gallery 65 - 65 Yaw Min Gyi Rd (Behind Parkroyal Hotel) | P 9:30 PM - 5:00 PM
SATURDAY 12TH DECEMBER The First Jam vol 4 2015 | Activities This year is 4th year anniversary of The First Jam presented by Myanmar Street Dance. This time they will be there with oversea judges. The prizes rate will be double that of last year. Please SMS or contact 09420097588 for more details. ? Hledan Centre - Corner of Hledan St and Pyay Rd, Kamaryut Tsp | P 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Patio Party | Activities Please join Parami Pizza on their TERRACE for amazing food and 50% discounts on House Wines and Draft Beers. ? Parami Pizza - 11/8, Corner of Malikha Rd and Parami Rd, 7th Qtr, Mayangone Tsp | P FROM 5:30 PM
BRAND’S Concert | Art & Stage BRAND’S Concert (The power of music – The power of brain). Brought to you by Frenzo Production Entertainment together with famous singers Sai Sai Kham Leng, Ki Ki Kyaw Zaw, Snare, Soe Gyi, Bunny Phyoe, Lil.Z, G-Fatt, Nge Nge, Mi Sandi and NiNi Khin Zaw. Tickets available at Nobody Shops, OMG, Genius Fashion Shop, TBY Jean Shop, Man Thiri, Kandawgyi Mhyaw Sin Island. 6500 Ks per ticket. ? Kandawgyi Myaw Sin Island - Nat Mauk Rd (Inside Kandawgyi Park) | P 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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What’s On Japan Pwel Taw 2015 | Art & Stage Japan Pwel Taw 2015 Japanese Festival will be organised by Japanese Embassy in Myanmar, Former Japanese Students Association and the Yangon Japanese Society. There will be an outdoor stage with martial arts performance and dance, an indoor Japanese song karaoke contest, and a Japanese traditional culture experience corner showcasing origami, calligraphy, tea ceremony, etc. At the finale, all visitors will be entertained with the Japanese traditional dance Bon Odori. ? Mya Yeik Nyo Royal Hotel - Pearl Rd (Opposite to Pearl Condo) | P 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
R.A.T Race (Run Against Trafficking) | Sports The R.A.T. Race MMR (Run Against Trafficking) team is a group of committed volunteers raising awareness of this problem and promoting education, prevention and rescue. This is the first R.A.T. Race MMR that will be run for a cause. Phyu Phyu Kyaw Thein, J-ME, Ye Naung, Triggy Trigg aka Trigger, Nat Kyaw, Y.A. K., Geta Lu Nge and Killah Ca$h are coming for the concert to support R.A.T. Race! Ticket prices: Locals: 8000 Ks , Foreigners: US$25 (ASEAN Passports get local price, Kids under 12 yrs are free). Tickets at YES English School @ Hledan & Balance Fitness 2. ? People’s Park & People’s Square - Pyay Rd (same compound with Happy World Amusement Center) | P 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
DJ Radieux - Deep and Dynamic Vol.3 | Nightlife Dj Radieux is back in town and he is ready to put some Magical December Spell on you. It is known that when he is playing people cannot stop Dancing. Union Bar has prepared a special promotion for you: Delicious 72-hour smoked short ribs and two cold pints for US$18. ? Union Bar - 42 Strand Rd (Same building as Red Cross by Strand Road) | P FROM 7:00 PM
Launch of Hummingbird Roof Terrace | Social This Saturday, elevate yourself to a rooftop bar and lounge that has lifted the standards of substance and style. Finally, after months of renovation, Heineken's amazing flagship bar at Hummingbird's roof terrace will be open for boozing and dancing! Check out their brand new roof terrace and Heineken bar. Sunset is at 5:30pm and would recommend you guys come down for that! ? Hummingbird - No.76, Phone Gyi St, Lanmadaw Tsp | P FROM 5:00 PM
SATURDAY 12TH - 15TH DECEMBER Royal Maylikha Condo Launch Event | Business Royal Maylikha Boutique Condo by Sustain Co.Ltd has successfully been completed! Join the sales event of their remaining units and the celebration of the launch of Royal Maylikha. ? Royal Maylikha Condominium - 2(A) Parami Rd, Mayangone Tsp | P 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
SUNDAY 13TH DECEMBER The First Jam Workshop | Activities The First Jam Workshop includes Locking Workshop by Bird (UFO), Breaking Workshop by Bboy Spize (99Flava), Hip Hop Workshop by Sammy Blank (Freekzy Nutz), Breaking Workshop by Bboy 3T (S.I.N.E) and Popping Workshop by Popping Timothy (Family of Funk). Register by sending SMS your Name, Class and Phone Number to Jimmy at 09975982964. Limited space. ? Fitness Xpress - Junction Mawtin, Lanmadaw Tsp | P 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM
What’s On German Frühschoppen | Dining Welcome to German Frühschoppen! White sausages, sweet mustard, pretzels, potato salad, cabbage salad, free flow of German beer - all you can drink and eat for 32,500 Ks. Bavarian music and cosiness all inclusive! Book your table: reservation@mahlzeit-myanmar.com ? Mahlzeit - 84 Pann Hlaing St, Sanchaung Tsp | P 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
MONDAY 14TH DECEMBER Latina Cineclub | Activities A place for movie lovers. A cozy place for the cinema lovers ; French Institute has organised the LATINA CINECLUB at IFB to gather movie lovers and enjoy French and Spanish movies. In partnership with the Embassy of Spain in Yangon. The films are in the original language with subtitles in English. You will have to present your ID card at the entrance. Check Institut Francais de Birmanie Facebook page for details of latest film screening. ? French Institute - 340 Pyay Road, Sanchaung Tsp (Close by Hanthar Waddy Bus stop) | P FROM 8:00 PM
TUESDAY 15TH DECEMBER Rough Cut Tuesday Film Night | Activities Enjoy the charm and comfort of the The Rough Cut Bar. Sit back, relax and enjoy a night at the indie movies. Films in original language with subtitles in English. Check The Rough Cut Facebook page for details of latest film screening. ? The Rough Cut – 19 Minn Street, Sanchaung Tsp | P 7:30 PM
WEDNESDAY 16TH DECEMBER Burgers & Bubbles | Dining Burgers & Bubbles at Port Autonomy Every Wednesday! Offering customers their signature burger + 2 glasses of sparkling wine for US$20. ? PORT AUTONOMY - 22 Kabar Aye Pagoda Rd (Next to Golden Hills Tower) | P FROM 11:00 AM
THURSDAY 17TH DECEMBER Enchantment Myanmar Cultural Show | Art & Stage The new season of ‘Enchantment: Myanmar Cultural Show’ is starting in a brand new venue from Sunday 4th October! Make your booking now and experience the same joy and delight that each and every one of their audience members enjoyed last season. US$16 per person and more info at: 02540 04224. ? Bar One Restaurant - (Ground Floor), Utopia Tower, Nat Mauk St, Bahan Tsp | P 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
DISCLAIMER Information as of 8th December 2015. The events’ time and date may change without notice. For more updated information please check http://myanmore. com/yangon/calendar
discover yangon Local People, Local Products Handmade Spring Roll Wrappers A fifty-year-old business, ‘Daw Kyi’, now run by Tun Sein , producing freshly made spring roll wrappers (kaw pyer), from rice flour, rapidly cooked on fourteen charcoal fired hotplates situated partly on the street. Two young guys work their well-honed skills to make each wrapper in a matter of seconds. At a remarkable price of 500Ks for 25 pieces, bundled together and wrapped in newspaper. Ten thousand pieces are made each day. Location: No. 180, 17th Street (btw. Anawratha Road and Mahabandoola Road) Curated and written by Yangon Walking Tours and will soon be available on the iDiscover Yangon Travel App. [http://i-discoverasia.com/portfolio_category/yangon/]
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Yangon Gym Guide BY PHYO PYAE NAY CHI WIN
BALANCE FITNESS
This is a hot spot for local celebrities and it’s easy to see why. Balance offers high-end equipment, a nutrition bar, indoor rock climbing, as well as classes that both beginners and experts can enjoy. Personal nutrition plans and personal training services are also available to enhance your fitness journey. ? No. 64(G) Kyitewine Pagoda Rd, 8 Mile P 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Mon-Sun) t 01 656 916, 09 863 1 392
SHANGRI-LA FITNESS CENTRE
Home to an excellent variety of cardiovascular equipment as well as a swimming pool. It also offers a sauna, steam room and massages, so you can unwind after a long and tiring workout. A Beauty Centre offers manicures, pedicures and facials. You need to be a member (minimum membership is one month). ? 223 Sule Pagoda Rd, Downtown P 6:00 AM –11:00 PM t 01 242 828
REAL FITNESS
Renowned for offering a wide variety of group classes ranging from Yoga, Cycling, Dance Fusion to Les Mills. If you want to take a fun class with your friends, this is the place to be. They have classes all day, so even if you’re an extremely busy person, there’s something available here for you. Real Fitness Golden Valley ? 20 Pearl St, Golden Valley Ward, Bahan Tsp P 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Mon-Fri), 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM (Wkd) t 09 509 7 057, 09 253 065 582
Real Fitness Mindhama ? 68 Taw Win Rd, 9 Mile, Mayangone Tsp P 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Mon-Fri), 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM (Wkd) t 09 509 7 057, 09 254 877 534
MOVE
Move provides the latest equipment and premium facilities. They also teach classes such as Shadow Boxing and Zumba which are sure to get your heart pumping. ? 608, Floor 2, Merchant St (corner of Merchant St & 31st St, Pabedan Tsp P 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Mon-Fri), 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Wkd) t 09 792 326 412, 09 263 037 127
FITNESS XPRESS
Fitness Xpress is known as the place for ‘absolute fit!’ Its many branches across town makes fitness and health accessible to everyone, so there’s no excuse not to have a great workout. Maw Tin Branch ? Level 5, Junction Maw Tin, Corner of Anawratha Rd & Lanthit St, Lanmawdaw Tsp P 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM (Mon-Sat), 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Sun) t 01 218 162~6 (Ext: 1176)
Thingangyun Branch ? Malikha Garden Housing, Yadanar Rd, Thingangyun Tsp P 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM (Mon-Sat), 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Sun) t 09 250 499 998
Hlaing Branch ? 14 Ward, Mya Kan Thar Garden Housing, Hlaing Tsp P 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM (Mon-Sat), 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Sun) t 09 975 322 639
BODY MIND STRENGTH FITNESS CENTRE
BMS offers a diverse selection of classes such as aerobics, yoga, dance, and more. It also has a juice bar so you can treat yourself to a healthy drink before or after your workout. ? 131, C-001, Shwer Pyi Aye Condo (corner of Bagayar Rd and Shwe Pyi Aye St), Sanchaung Tsp t 09 492 39 191 P 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
PARK ROYAL FITNESS CENTRE
Let your kids take a dip in the swimming pool or play some table tennis as you work up a sweat in the gym. This is a very child-friendly place and you can easily attend an aerobics or yoga class without worrying over your kids. ? Level Two, 33 Alan Pya Phaya Rd, Dagin Tsp P 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM t 01 250 388 - Ext: 8226
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A mix of Latin, rock and jazz, it’s a fusion that haunts and moves the soul. From salsa to tango, Latin fusion to Spanish flamenco, we invite you to enjoy some spicy tunes and an evening of romantic music at our Veranda Bar.
Join Us Every Thursday 6.30 pm till late @ The Veranda Bar. ROSE GARDEN HOTEL
Daily Happy Hour from 4 to 7 pm.
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First Gyoza House in Myanmar Osaka Ohsho BY AMANDA WIN WHAT IT IS Japan and China seemed to have made an alliance right here in Yangon at this new Japanese-Chinese fusion restaurant. Starting up in 1969 at Osaka, from where the restaurant's name originated, the franchise has spread out to most of Southeast Asia. ATMOSPHERE The staff are welcoming and the place is bright and well lit; it’s black and white walls pairs comfortably with the decor of red furniture. The restaurant is just the right size, making it feel cosy and personal. It sits around forty customers. RECOMMENDATION Most of the ingredients are imported from Japan making it possible for Osaka Ohshu to serve a wide range of dishes of their famous Gyoza (6pcs - 2500 Ks, 12pcs - 5000 Ks), as well as simple dishes such as Chicken Fried Rice (2500 Ks). Even though Gyoza (dumplings stuffed with meat) is traditionally served with Pork, Osaka Ohsho have decided to also recreate most of the gyoza dishes on the menu with chicken, so as to cater for the tastes of the culturally diverse population of Yangon. Aside from the Gyoza, the Tenshinhan (3500 Ks), a dish of rice sitting in gravy sauce with a blanket of the fluffiest egg you will ever eat in Yangon, was very tasty and at a good price. The Pork Cutlet Curry (5000 Ks) was one of the higher priced dishes on the menu but its combination of tender meat and savory gravy certainly made it worth worth every kyat. Ramen is also available in three choices - Syoyu Ramen (3500 Ks), Sio Ramen (3500 Ks) , and Miso Ramen (4000 Ks). FINAL THOUGHTS The Gyoza is something you have to try at this restaurant. Everything on the menu is less than 10,000 Ks so it's a great opportunity to try great food for very little money. It would be the place to go with your family and friends to enjoy a comfortable and unique meal.
Tamwe Branch - 256 Kyaikasan Road, Tamwe Tsp. | 09 258 676 600 Yay Kyaw Branch - 73 Yay Kyaw St, Pazundaung Tsp | 09 258 676 622
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Everyone Is Hooked Fish & Co. Myanmar BY AMANDA WIN WHAT IT IS Fish & Co. has got everyone hooked. This unique idea of ‘seafood in a pan’ started in Singapore fifteen years ago and has now expanded throughout Southeast Asia. Fish & Co. offers the freshest seafood along with their signature sauces, and various spices from around the world. ATMOSPHERE Bricks are the focal point of the entire restaurant with a touch of beachthemed designs on the walls. It has two storeys, allowing 125 customers to be seated comfortably. The place is usually filled with families, although after 8.00pm the bar is filled with businessmen from around the area who wish to enjoy a quiet evening with a wine and a side platter of seafood. RECOMMENDATIONS What sets this place aside from other seafood restaurants in town is their signature sauces of Lemon Butter Sauce, Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce, Peri Peri Sauce, Spicy Mango Sauce and Tomato Sauce. Some of the best main dishes are Mussels with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce (8500 Ks), Buffalo Drumlets [coated with hot & sour sauce] (6000 Ks), and the Grilled Peri Peri Chicken with Salmon (12,500 Ks). If you're looking for something healthy, cheap & tasty then the Field Green Salad with Garlic Balsamic (4000 Ks) is definitely the choice. It's a mix of cherry tomatoes, Japanese cucumber, fried garlic and anchovies in a garlic balsamic vinaigrette dressing. wThere is also a variety of Fish & Chips available for you, one of which is New York Fish & Chips (8500 Ks). It's stuffed with parmesan cheese and the fish. It is very tender and light. Aside from the seafood, they have a set of Floats in the Drinks Menu that come in a 1 litre mug, all at the price of 9000 Ks (except for the Coke Float). FINAL THOUGHTS A meal here will cost you around US$20 (26,000 Ks) but if you choose wisely, it's definitely worth the price. The service is very attentive and the staff are on top of things. For people with pet peeves when it comes to unacceptable restroom conditions, it is assured that here the restroom is perfectly well kept and sticks to the theme of the restaurant. No. 2B, Parami Road, Mayangone Township, Yangon. 01 966 0952 | Opening Hours: 11:00AM - 10:00PM
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YSAF FESTIVAL PARTY @ PIN LEL STUDIO 5TH DEC 2015 PHOTOS BY HONG SAR
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THE GOOD DINOSAUR
Mingalar Cinema (Dagon Center 2) | 09 732 54 091, 09 732 54 092 Mingalar Sanpya Cineplex | 09 260 887 035, 09 260 887 036 Nay Pyi Taw Cinema | 01 250 277, 01 251 288 Junction Square | 01 527 055
SPECTRE 007
Nay Pyi Taw Cinema | 01 250 277, 01 251 288
GHOST SHIP
Shae Saung Cinema (1) | 01 252 113, 01 388 034 Mingalar Sanpya Cineplex | 09 260 887 035, 09 260 887 036
VICTOR FRANKENSTEIN
Nay Pyi Taw Cinema | 01 250 277, 01 251 288 Junction Square | 01 527 055
THE HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY PART 2 Shae Saung Cinema (2) | 01 370 787, 09 730 01 704
OH MY GHOST
Junction Square | 01 527 055 Junction Mawtin | 01 225 244
WONDERFUL NIGHTMARE Junction Mawtin | 01 225 244
NAT KAT MHAR TAE TITE PWEL (BURMESE MOVIE)
Thamada Cinema | 01 246 962, 01 246 963 Thwin Cinema | 01 246 962, 01 246 963 Mingalar Sanpya Cineplex | 09 260 887 035, 09 260 887 036
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emergency numbers POLICE STATION
AMBULANCE
199 / 01 549309
192
FIRE STATION
TOURIST SAFETY UNIT
191 / 01 252011 / 01 252022
01 642742 / 01 549209
TOURIST INFORMATION
YANGON GENERAL HOSPITAL
01 252859 / 01 378376
01 256112 / 01 265131
HOTLINE NUMBER 1876
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