23 JANUARY 2015
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editor’s note Hello MYANMOREans I have good news! Very soon, a new Dining and Nightlife Guide, our latest, will be released. We are in the midst of finalising it as we speak. Needless to say, this version will contain so much info. The challenge sometimes, is not only to include as much as we can about the ever-growing scene in Yangon, but also to keep our roving eyes alerted to the changes and how best to be relevant in what we put into the guide. I hope you're looking forward to it as much as we are. It is a labour of love, by members of the community, for the community. More updates coming soon. Top of the day, everyone!
what’s on FRIDAY 23RD JAN FRENCH (LOVE) FRIDAY @ IFB | NIGHTLIFE
Bonjour! Hello everyone! Don’t miss the first French (love) Friday of the year, next Friday 23 Jan @ IFB…ELECTRO NIGHT & FIRE SHOW! Call - 1) 536 900. ? 340, Pyay Road, Sanchaung Tsp (Close by Hanthar Waddy Bus stop) | P FROM 8:00 PM
CONNIE SOLO LIVE SHOW | STAGE
Kaw Ni is one of popular singers from 90’s and most of her songs are famous at that time! There will be some support singers for her show, Chit Kg, Si Thu Lwin, Bo Bo, R Zar Ni, Idiots, Tun Eaindra Bo, Sone Thin Par and Hay Mar Nay Win! Tickets Price: 7000, 10000, 20000, 30000, 50000 ks and available at Man Thiri Studio 01 392931 and Ko Ko Beauty Salons! ? National Theatre - Myoma Kyaung St, Dagon Tsp | P 6:00 PM- 10:00 PM
THE YANGON VIBE @ MOJO | NIGHTLIFE
Resident Mr.Y is spinning for your pleasure : R&B, Hip Hop and party anthems to dance and sing all night. The benchmark party of Yangon. 7000 Kyats including one drink. ? 135 Inya road, Bahan Tsp (Opposite Savoy Hotel) | P FROM 10:00 PM
JAZZ & BLUES NIGHT @ GEKKO | NIGHTLIFE
Blending diverse influences from FLAMENCO to BOSSA, JAZZ and WORLD MUSIC, Aaron Gallegos Trio performs classic and modern art songs. Each performance is unique and often features various guest artists. ? 535, Merchant St, Kyauktada Tsp (same building with Lokanat Galleries) | P FROM 7:00 PM
what’s on FRIDAY 23RD - 24TH JAN VILLAGE SCHOOL CHILDREN ART EXHIBITION 2015 | ART
Come and encourage the arts of children. The art works of very young artists are going to exhibit at New Zero Art Space according to the following schedule. Contact – 09 73129520, 09 73199473 or Email – newzero.ygn@gmail.com ? New Zero Art Space - No 202, 2nd Floor, United Condo, Ah Lan Pya Pagoda Rd, Dagon Tsp | P 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
FRIDAY 23RD - 25TH JAN TRANSPARENCY IN COLOUR | ART
1st solo exhibition of Aung Htoo! Aung Htoo's well-known paintings of spilled paint in glasses and china, his waterscapes, and his delicate flowers against jet black have been catching the eye in Yangon for a long time. This, however, is his first solo show. Seen together, his hyperrealist exploration of transparency and opacity, of mixing and definition are all the more fascinating. (the opening is from 10 a.m. on the 20th) ? Pansodan Scene - 144 Pansodan, second floor ( across from the Ganesh Temple) | P 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
SATURDAY 24TH JAN DJ MISS KT @ UNION BAR | NIGHTLIFE
Yangon born and raised in the UK Miss KT is no stranger to the funky vibes of the underground London dance scene. She will be bringing Deep House! ? Union Bar - 42 Strand Rd (Same building as Red Cross by Strand Road) | P FROM 10:00 PM
what’s on IWAY HOSTS INDIAN BAZAAR FOR CHARITY | ACTIVITY
A day of fun fare with mouth watering Indian foods as well as cultural show being organized by Indian Women’s Association of Yangon. Contact : 01 395113. ? India House premises (Near old Foreign Office, Thandaman Road) | P 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
THE MIX TAPE WITH ADAM NICHOLAS @ MOJO | NIGHTLIFE
usic by B&F Band (Bonny & Friends BaPlaying everything from Ray Charles to Diplo, Adam Nicholas will rock the night. You will probably be taking your clothes off and humping the speakers, so be ready. 7000 Kyats including one drink. ? 135 Inya road, Bahan Tsp (Opposite Savoy Hotel) | P FROM 10:00 PM
SATURDAY 24TH - 25TH JAN MY LANN FOOD FAIR | ACTIVITY
MyLann Food Fair is coming! 100 restaurants/food products will be gathered in one place! There will be a FREE show performed by Phyu Phyu Kyaw Thein, Chan Chan, AR-T & Uranium Dance Crew, Nyan Lin Aung, and Lunzaung, Leo, Fred (from Aine Met Sone Yar) & Chit Way. ? People's Square and Park (Field II, Pyay Road Side Entrance) | P 10:30 AM - 7:30 PM
SATURDAY 24TH - 30TH JAN ILLUSION BY ARTIST NAY SUN | ART
The Yangon Gallery proudly presents "Illusion" by Artist Nay Sun. The exhibition is from January 24-30, 2015. The opening reception is at 2 p.m. on 24th January. Free Admission. ? The Yangon Gallery - People Park, Ahlone Rd (Beside the entrance of My Garden Restaurant) | P 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
what’s on SUNDAY 25TH JAN CONCERT IN COMMEMORATION OF THE HOLOCAUST | STAGE
The German Goethe-Institut together with the Embassies of Israel, Poland and Germany in Myanmar present a classical concert! String players from the AOC Orchestra and the Gitameit Music Center will perform compositions by Cimarosa, Vivaldi, Haendel, Ravel, Williams (“Schindler’s List”), Ilse Weber (murdered in Auschwitz 1944) and others. Seat Reservation at: ticket@yangon. goethe.org ? Strand Hotel - 92 Strand Rd, Kyauktada Tsp (Next to the British Embassy) | P FROM 10:30 AM
SUNDAY ROAST @ 50TH STREET BAR | DINING
Come and taste Sunday Roast Buffet of 50th Street Bar, Restaurant and Cafe with 15,000ks per person! ? 9/13 50th St, Botahtaung Tsp (off Merchant Rd) | P 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
MONDAY 26TH JAN MEXICAN MONDAYS & TRIVA NIGHT | NIGHTLIFE
Yangon's Best Pub Quiz and Mexican Cuisine! Free pitcher for Round winners, $30 bar tab to the Winning Team! ? 50th Street Bar - 9/13 50th St, Botahtaung Tsp (off Merchant Rd) | P FROM 8:00 PM
PAELLA MONDAY @ THE LAB | DINING
The Lab launches Paella Monday with a special deal. Get 1 Paella and a glass of our signature sangria for 10,000Ks only. Regular menu also available. ? 70A Shwegondaing Rd, Bahan Tsp (Shwegondaing Junction) | P 5:30 PM - 10:30 PM
TUESDAY 27TH JAN MYANMAR NIGHT IN CAFE SULE | DINING
Enjoy weekly Myanmar cuisine in Cafe Sule! US$33 per person! It will be featured every Tuesdays. ? Sule Shangri-La Hotel - 223 Sule Pagoda Rd (opposite Sakura Tower) | P FROM 7:00 PM
PIANO & GUITAR @ SKY BISTRO | ACTIVITY
Piano and Guitar live music night at Sky Bistro Bar & Restaurant. Come and enjoy the music performance of Mr Charly and his crew! ? 20th Floor Sakura Tower, 339 Bogyoke Aung San Rd, Kyauktada Tsp | P FROM 7:00 PM
what’s on WEDNESDAY 28TH JAN SWEDISH NIGHT @ MOJO | NIGHTLIFE
Swedish meatballs, Swedish music, blondes heads! It’s mingling time with the Swedish community and Chamber of Commerce! specials on Swedish food! Free entry! ? 135 Inya road, Bahan Tsp (Opposite Savoy Hotel) | P 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
MOJITO NIGHT @ THE LAB | NIGHTLIFE
Come down to try our selection of mojitos (strawberry, passion fruit, and of course the classic) Buy one get one free on our selection of refreshing and flavorful mojitos. ? 70A Shwegondaing Rd, Bahan Tsp (Shwegondaing Junction) | P FROM 5:30 PM
THURSDAY 29TH JAN FOLK ON FIRE WITH L'N'R BAND @ MOJO | NIGHTLIFE
Left ‘N’ Right Band is a fresh and new local band in town. From folk to reggae, oldies to recent tunes, they will light up your night! ? 135 Inya road, Bahan Tsp (Opposite Savoy Hotel) | P FROM 9:30 PM
THURSDAY 29TH - 30TH JAN 4TH STARCH WORLD 2015 | BUSINESS
As high-quality cassava starch becomes increasingly available, its utilization as a replacement for sugar will offer local producers in SouthEast Asia an opportunity for economic advancement and improved standards of living. ? Inya Lake Hotel - 37 Kaba Aye Pagoda Rd | P FROM 9:00 AM
MYANMAR OIL EXHIBITION 2015 | BUSINESS
A must attend Industry Leading Event for Myanmar’s Oil & Gas Industry. Exclusive updates from the Myanma Oil & Gas Enterprise (MOGE)! Contact : ALICE.CHAN@OLIVERKINROSS.COM ? Sedona Hotel - 1, Kaba Aye Pagoda Rd, Yankin Tsp (In front of Maha Mya Kyun Thar Garden) | P FROM 9:00 AM
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JUICY JADE BY MIMI WU
WHAT IT IS Juicy Jade is a café and bar serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and cocktails. Owned by two brothers who spent the last decade in Los Angeles, California, the food is primarily Western-style fare, such as pasta, beef and chicken burgers, salads, and soups. ATMOSPHERE Juicy Jade has a great location on Nawaday Street, just near Bo Yar Nyunt Road. The owners converted a small car garage into a brightly lit, clean space with red, white, and black accents. Sit on bar stools, at tables, or on padded seats lining the wall. The café is also outfitted with a TV and bar. RECOMMENDATION The J&J Special Burger patty is surprisingly similar to a recently-crowned favorite on the same street but half the price and more manageable to eat (no need to unhinge your jaw!). While I find American/processed cheese slices underrated (great for melting and staying melted), many would probably find it off-putting and prefer unprocessed cheese under the bun. The meatball sandwich was made of beef meatballs with thyme seasoning, tomatoes, lettuce, and a smear of tomato sauce between two thin slices of white bread. Hand cut garlic fries accompanied the dish, which I really enjoyed with their homemade aioli. The Thai squid salad had well-sized pieces and was fresh and just spicy enough by request, though a tad sweet. End your meal with a waffle, fruit salad, and three ice cream scoops. For 5,000Ks, it’s a bargain, and the waffles have a nice chewy middle.
PRICES Cocktails: 4,000Ks Food: mostly 5,000-6,000Ks Burger: 8,000Ks No. 26 Room 5 Nawaday Road, Yangon, Myanmar. 01 256 179
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