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What’s On FRIDAY 24TH JUNE The first European Food Festival in Myanmar | Dining You don’t have to travel 8,000 km for gastronomic treats! 28 european countries are coming to YOU with offerings of traditional dishes that you will find it hard to resist! Sink your teeth into offerings by famous establishments Bar Boon, Chococity, Mahlzeit, L’Opera, Le Planteur, Le Bistrot@Savoy Hotel, La Taverna, Union Bar & Grill. Entry fee: 15,000 Ks including food and drinks and lottery. ? Mahlzeit - 84 Pann Hlaing Street | P FROM 3:00 PM
Rox You Freak At Inya Bar | Nightlife End off your week with an EPIC TGIF. Head down to Inya Bar, get your feet tapping with - all the way from Thailand - Roxy and Make You Freak. Cheers to an awesome weekend. ? Inya Bar - Inya Lake Hotel, 37 Kabar Aye Pagoda Road | P FROM 10:00 PM
Cultural Performance by Alun Alun Dance Circle | Art & Stage As part of the 60th anniversary of the Philippines-Myanmar bilateral relations, the Alun Alun Dance Circle will perform "Water Symphony", showcasing the dance style Pangalay - which literally means a gift offering. Pangalay is an indigenous, pre-colonial Philippines dance with affinity to the Cambodian, Indian, Japanese, Laotian, Myanmar and Thai style of classical dancing. Free entry. ? National Theatre of Yangon - Myoma Kyaung Street | P 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Seafood Night @ The Square | Dining The Square @ Novotel is offering a USD 34++ per pax including free flow package on soft drink + beer + wine and LIVE music. ? Novotel Yangon Max - 459 Pyay Road, Kamayut | P 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM
24TH - 26TH JUNE The 2nd International Education & Career Fair 2016 | Activity Get advice or check out programmes that may advance your educational pursuits and career prospects. Dr. U Khin Maung Kyo and distinguished academics will be present at the event to deliver speeches. Early online registration gets you a chance to win attractive prizes in the lucky draw, including Samsung Tab A and other accessories. Free entry. RSVP http://www.miecf.net/ ? Tatmadaw Hall - U Wizara Road | P 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
24TH JUNE - 10TH JULY Black Orchid Red Line | Art Through imagery, sounds, sculptural installations and archive material, we get impressions of the elusive Black Orchid and the areas surrounding its natural habitat in the northernmost part of Myanmar. You are cordially invited to join in the session and discuss and reflect upon choices which are being made today and actions by society that may affect the future of biodiversity. How close are we getting to the red line? Join us on Opening Day, the 24th, from 6:30 PM. ? Goethe-Villa Yangon - No 8, Ko Min Ko Chin Road | P 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
SATURDAY 25TH JUNE Disco Night @ Studio Bar | Nightlife Entry fee: 12,000 Ks including 2 drinks. Bottle packages are also available. ? Novotel Yangon Max - 459 Pyay Road, Kamayut | P FROM 8:00 PM
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What’s On Berlin Club Nacht | Nightlife The Goethe-Institut Myanmar is proud to bring once again two acclaimed DJs from Berlin to Myanmar and will present an authentic “Berlin Club Nacht” in Yangon! The set from Berlin promises that your feet will not rest for a minute! So bring your dancing shoes and we will set the night on fire at our Goethe Villa. Free entry. ? Goethe Villa Yangon - No.8, Koh Min Koh Chin Road, Bahan | P 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Social Saturday with Live Music | Nightlife Let your hair down and enjoy the night at Club Rizzoli. Slip your favorite drinks, savour the excitement of the new menu and swing to LIVE music. A special offer awaits: a Myanmar Beer Tower @ only USD 20 nett. ? Club Rizzoli - Chatrium Royal Lake Yangon, 40 Natmauk Road, Tamwe | P 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
FAB 41 - club night for lesbians, gays and friends | Nightlife After a wee break in May, FAB is back with all the gay goodness. They’ve been missing y’all and their feet are itching for a dance. Party starts at 10 at J-One, with resident DJ Mr Y. And as always the party starts at Fahrenheit with pre-fab drinks from 8 PM. 5,000 Ks cover charge - J-One Club Pre Party Fahrenheit - free entry ? J-One Music Bar - Bo Cho Street (Near Union Business Centre), Tarmwe | P FROM 10:00 PM
25TH - 29TH JUNE Reunite From Pole to Pole - 3rd Solo Exhibition | Art Gallery 65 presents its last exhibition for the month of June: Artist Tun T. Lin's 3rd Solo Exhibition "REUNITE FROM POLE TO POLE". Lend your support to local art talent. Free entry. ? Gallery 65 - Yaw Min Gyi Street | P 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
SUNDAY 26TH JUNE Dim Sum Buffet at Dufu Chinese Restaurant | Dining Treat yourself to a sumptuous buffet lunch at Du Fu Chinese Restaurant at Sedona Hotel Yangon. It’s an all-you-can-eat, at only 18,000 Ks nett per pax. Flexible seatings of your choice from 6-pax to a table. This event is open to all Singaporeans, PRs and SAM members. You are welcome to bring your friends even if they are not Singaporean. ? Sedona Hotel, Yangon - Kabaaye Pagoda Road, Yankin | P 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
The 1st London Property Exhibition in Yangon | Activity The 1st London Property Expo is showcasing the whole property market in the UK, gathering four of the major property related subjects: Developers, Property Consultants, Project Owners, Investors from all over the world. Free entry. ? Novotel Yangon Max - 4th Floor, 459 Pyay Road, Kamayut | P 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
MONDAY 27TH JUNE Rose Garden Hotel waffles | Dining A waffle so fresh, so rich, that it orchestrates some sort of Belgian or Dutch or French, or German symphony in your mouth as you consume it, bite-by-bite, in all its caramelized, corrugated beauty - the Belgian Liège waffle. 50% discount on all cakes after 5.00 PM. It’s a more satisfying waffle experience, everyday! ? Rose Garden Hotel - 171 Upper Pansodan Road, Yangon | P 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
What’s On Margarita Madness | Dining Happy Hour Prices (Just 3,500 Ks) on all margaritas. Every Monday night. ? Tin Tin Pop-Up Restaurant - 116-118, Bogalayzay Street (Middle Block), Botahtaung | P 5:00 PM -10:00 PM
TUESDAY 28TH JUNE Buy One, Get One Free on Burgers | Dining Every Tuesday from 3 PM to 10 PM (Dine-in only, higher-priced menu item is chargeable; Wagyu Burger and Seafood Burger not included). ? Union Bar and Grill - 42 Strand Road, Botahtaung
Promotion at Vintage Luxury Yacht Hotel | Dining Pasta Promotion: 10,000 Ks Mango Promotion: mocktails, cocktails at 5,000 Ks ? Vintage Luxury Yacht Hotel - No. 6 Botahaung Jetty, Seikken
WEDNESDAY 29TH JUNE Open-Mic Storytelling Night - Theme: Family | Activity Yangon Speaks and Yangon Toastmasters jointly present an open-mic storytelling night. This evening of true stories told LIVE will focus on the theme of “Family”. The theme can be broadly interpreted to include your nuclear family, extended family, and even people who may feel like family even though they technically aren’t. Free entry. ? Pansuriya Gallery - No 100, Bogalayzay street, Botahtaung | P 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
InterNations Monsoon Madness | Nightlife Feel free to bring along your international friends, but have them registered beforehand at InterNations. Entrance fee includes a welcome drink and special happy hour deals, plus delicious snacks and amazing LIVE music throughout the evening! RSVP at https://www.internations.org/event/promotion/details/1009578? rel=mailing&utm_medium=email&utm_source=event_mails&utm_ campaign=event_invitation&utm_content=209_1009578 Entrance fee: Albatross Member 8,000 Ks, Basic Member 13,000 Ks Log on to the website and click ‘Accept’ to enter for 13,000 Ks deal. Otherwise, 15,000 Ks. ? The West Bar & Grill - Building D, G 12, Kabar Aye Pagoda Road, Pearl Condo | P 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
THURSDAY 30TH JUNE Myanmar Property Awards 2016 | Activity The Myanmar Property Awards Gala Dinner and Awards Presentation Ceremony will be held. ? Sule-Shangrila Hotel Yangon - Sule Center Point, Sule Pagoda Road | P 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM
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Mohinga ta pwe! BY HTUN LYNN ZAW
Because of its significance to Myanmar, its several names and designations are similar to that of Daenerys Targaryen from the hit HBO TV show Game Of Thrones. Mohinga has been commonly known with a few variations: as the national dish of Myanmar, the pride and joy of the Irrawaddy, the best traditional noodle soup, a morning glory of Burmese breakfast, the marvel of Burmese brunch, timeless late night supper, and an all-day breakfast dish for adventurous tourists. Mohinga vendors can be found almost everywhere in Yangon. The places listed herein arguably offer (good Mohinga can be quite subjective) the best or the most virtuous class take on the national dish. The price of Mohinga may range anywhere from 400 Ks to at most 1800 Ks per bowl depending on the shop and what kind of toppings you choose.
AIR-CON, DINING CHAIRS & SHELTER Myaung Mya Daw Cho
? 118D, Old Yaydarshay Street, Bahan ? 16, 11th Street (lower block), Lanmataw ? 149, 51st Street (upper block), Pazuntaung ? 120, Tamwe Street, Tamwe ? 206, Parami Road, South Okkalapa ? Pa-9, Padonmar Street, Sanchaung
Originated from the rice bowl and fishing district of Myanmar, Irrawaddy division, Myaung Mya Daw Cho has been serving consistent taste of their fish soup and tender rice noodles. Currently, there are many Myaung Mya Daw Cho branches around the country, but the original one is here in Yangon, along Anawrahta Road. It usually opens from 6 to 9 in the morning. Since it is a very well-known place, it is most likely to be crowded even in the morning. Daw Yin Shwe’s Mohinga (Late Night) ? 91, U Yay Khae St., Ward (2), Mayangone Township
This place is mostly known as U Yay Kel Mohinga (the street it is on) rather than its actual name. What is special about this place is that it only opens from 5 pm to at most 3 am in the morning, a perfect haven to dwell and eat Mohinga after the late night hangouts. This place also has a good reputation among the locals and is always filled with customers even at night. The service can be quite slow, so consider ordering upfront.
Daw Nyo
? Seik Kan Thar Street, Upper Middle Block, Pansodan Township
This is one of the most well-known but underrated places for Mohinga in Yangon. The taste of the broth at Daw Nyo is wonderfully unique from the others. A slight tinge of sweetness can be tasted with every spoonful of soup. Legend has it that the original recipe uses a handful of palm jaggery as an essential ingredient. The small layout of Daw Nyo makes the shop look busier and crowded than it really is. Moe
? 36th street, Upper middle block, In front of Technoland Computer Sales centre
Some people have a tough time eating Mohinga outside, sitting on small stools while others enjoy the soup to their heart’s content. If this is you, come to this small indoor brunch joint that offers a quiet atmosphere, which sometimes play '60s rock ballads. Seats are nice, clean and hygienic and sometimes customers are treated to friendly cheerful waiters' humming along to the songs. The shop does not have the best Mohinga but its air-conditioned environment and peaceful space makes this an ideal venue picky eaters who don't like spicy food. Sein Paw Ma Tin
? The third floor of Junction square, right beside Shwe Pa Lin Tea Shop
This is the best place to rest for a bowl of Mohinga after a stroll Sunday grocery shopping at Junction Square, and this can even be an excellent place for a Mohinga and a movie date night. The taste of the soup is not the ideal for a Mohinga nut like me and the price is higher than normal, (1800 Ks) but the soup is still quality.
TRUE LOCAL: OUTDOOR WITH SMALL PLASTIC STOOLS Ya Thar Mon Mohinga
? U Tun Lin Chan St, In front of Victor Clothing shop, Hledan
Those who are not picky when it comes to places, this is a place to go. This is a street Mohinga shop, which attracts adventurous souls with an appetite for street Mohinga. The fish soup comes from a steamy pot of soup just beside the stand. This place usually opens in the evening. Phoe Kwar Mohinga
? Kyaung Gyi Street, Kyi Myin Taing.
This is a cart shop which has quite a reputation among the locals of Kyi Myin Taing. This place, according to a local, serves the ultimate street Mohinga you can find in Yangon. Myint Mohinga
? Mahar Bodhi Street and Banyadala Road, Right behind Daisy Kyaw Lin Clothing shop
This is a teashop, specialized in Mohinga, serving their delicious dishes to the locals and people who exercise around Kandawgyi Lake early in the morning.
PAY A LITTLE MORE Rangoon Tea House ? 77-79 Pansodan Street
Probably doesn't belong on this list considering it's a modern international brick-and-mortar restaurant, but the Mohinga at RTH is quite delicious and affordable.
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Union Bar & Grill BY GEORGIA GRAHAM
Other than a lick of paint and some chic tiles under the bar the most notable change in the newly refurbished Union Bar and Grill is at the back of the restaurant. What was once an uninviting dead space has been successfully brought to life with the added theatre of an open kitchen, enhancing the whole atmosphere. Gladly the famous Mules are still kicking around but they have upped their game with a few spicy variations. ‘The El Burro’ was our favourite cocktail (well we had to try all of them!) using tequila (an often underused cocktail base due to its strength) and agave syrup. Alongside beer and house wine, the mules and gin and tonic menus are all half price, 5-7pm daily, which makes for a very happy hour or two! The food menu has also been given new life with the introduction of 57 Below’s famous Parami pizzas and a refocusing on their grill concept. We started with a piece of slow poached Scottish salmon with pickled cucumber and grain mustard dressing (14,500ks). A decent sized portion of quality salmon, well cooked, with the pickled cucumbers adding a lovely texture. The dressing was a little sweet for us though.... We went for their signature Union burger (16,000ks), which has both beef and pulled pork. The burger itself was up there with the city’s best but was let down marginally by the less impressive chips, which were a bit on the dry side. Elsewhere there’s an impressive smokehouse menu where we couldn’t help but go for the generously portioned 72 hour Smoked Beef Short Rib (33,000k), which was bursting with sweet-smokey flavours and came with a slice of cheesy potato gratin, which we could have eaten by the plate load! Having switched their prices from dollars to kyat, Union is now more approachable and the quality of food and drink was of a high standard. The service, as it’s always been, is impeccable. The only thing that strikes me as a slight identity crisis is the plastic fast food-style sauce bottles on each table, which seem a little out of place. All things considered, this all over makeover has put the Union Bar institution firmly back on the map in what is a rapidly evolving city. 42, Strand Road, Yangon
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Locally Sourced At Porterhouse BY MARISA WINDIYANTI
WHAT IT IS – Porterhouse is a new farm-to-table concept restaurant that caters to the mid-to-upscale residences and offices in Golden Valley. Supplied by a farm in northern Yangon, the menu offers primarily smoked beef, chicken and salmon dishes. Co-owned by the former chef of 50th Street Bar, who is also a professional butcher, the establishment promises to satisfy lovers of a meat-heavy western cuisine. ATMOSPHERE – The interior of the restaurant is tastefully matched to its concept. Pictures by local artists showing the Myanmar countryside are paired with handcraft wooden furniture. There is also a small shop space where meats and fish are available for everyone who prefers home cooking. The upper floor is well-lit and features a bar and an outside sitting area. The lower floor is suitable for private parties and sport screenings. RECOMMENDATIONS – We were served with smoked meat balls as appetizer and the Porterhouse steak as main course, as well as the house wine. The smoked meat balls had a chewy-hearty consistency and were savourily marinated with coriander being the most noticeable ingredient. A very welcome, unique feature is the smoky taste. The Porterhouse steak is a combination of tenderloin and strip-loin, which makes it most notably a considerably big piece of meat. It was done medium rare and came with the same mashed potatoes as the meatballs and a dark sauce. The potatoes were a good match, yet the sauce had not a very distinctive taste and it is hard to say what it was made of. Also here, the smoking of the meat gave an interesting twist to the dish. FINAL THOUGHTS – A restaurant that values local Myanmar products is always a positive addition to the local scene where imported ingredients still have the best reputation. The work might not be completely finished yet, but the potential of the restaurant to develop into a must visit place for meat lovers is apparent and we can look forward to more good things and delicious food from Porterhouse. 80, Kanbawza Road
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