26 AUGUST - 1 SEPTEMBER 2016
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What’s On FRIDAY 26TH AUGUST The Thai Philharmonic Orchestra | Art & Stage The "Thai Philharmonic Orchestra" (TPO) from Bangkok with its 95 international musicians will come to Myanmar to perform the baton of its Chief Conductor, Maestro Gudni Emilsson (Tuebingen, Germany), together with the world-renowned pianist Oliver Kern (Hamburg, Germany). There is no entry fee for all audiences. ? National Theatre of Yangon - Myoma Kyaung Street, Yangon Tsp | P 7:00 PM
The Four LIVE | Nightlife Every Friday, there’s a Four Band performing at Harry’s Bar from 7:30pm to 10:30pm! Come down and chill with the live music, discover Harry’s Premium Larger Beer and some snacks! ? Harry's Bar Myanmar - Ground floor, Myanmar Plaza (HAGL Myanmar Centre), corner of Kabar Aye Pagoda Rd & Setmu 1 Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
JOY LILA | Nightlife FUSE presents "JOY LILA" (DJ from Thailand). Headliner: Joy Lila, Supporting Artists: local DJs from Fuse. Cover Charge: 10,000ks/person (plus Table Package). Walk-In Fees: 20,000ks/person (Regular Access). Table Reservation via 09440007788. ? Fuse - 4th Floor, Myanmar Plaza (HAGL Myanmar Centre), Kabar Aye Pagoda Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 10:00 PM - 3:00 AM
Weekend Night Out | Nightlife Looking for a new place to hangout this weekend? Think no further, The Loft House welcome you. Ladies in group of 4 and more are entitled to get a free bottle of your choice and 20% discount. The Loft House Terms & Conditions Only. ? The Loft House - 33 Kyaik Waing Pagoda Road, Mayangone Tsp | P 6:00 PM
Debris | Nightlife Debris, also known as Jurgen de Bree, is a 22 year old DJ & Producer from The Netherlands. His biggest track in the EDM scene to date is his hitsingle: ‘Game Over’, having over 500K plays it is a proven success. Gaining support by the biggest names in the scene it is certain that Debris is one of those deejays with a huge global potential. ? The Clubhouse - Kandawgyi Palace Hotel, Kan Yeik Tha Road, Mingalar Taung Nyunt Tsp | P FROM 9:00 PM
SATURDAY 27TH AUGUST School Disco @ Time Out Bar | Nightlife Saturday nighht live with 80's and 90's beats with DJ Bay Tar. Join the School Disco from 7pm till late. Free entry! ? Novotel – 459, Pyay Road, Kamayut Tsp | P From 7:00 PM
Live Americana/Bluegrass/Traditional/Rock music | Art & Stage The Ayeyarwady Delta Daredevils welcome you back to Yangon with a night of home-cooked, industrial-strength, low-brow Americana, Bluegrass, Traditional and Rock music. Free Event. ? MOJO - 135 Inya Road, Bahan Tsp | P 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Full Stop Presents: Monsoon II ft. J-ME & G-Tone | Nightlife Yangon’s dopest party is back. Full Stop presents two of the biggest names in Burmese Hip Hop J-me & G-Tone + House DJs. You’d be mad to miss this. ? Sky Bar - Yangon International Hotel, No.330, Ahlone Rd, Dagon Tsp | P 9:00 PM - 3:00 AM
What’s On Slam Express 2nd | Activities Slam Express is back! This time, it’s slightly different. You can either send your poem in advance or you can just bring your poem to the event and slam right away. For this time, it’s not able to translate the poems since art doesn't need a language to understand. You can slam your poem either in Burmese or in English. This is a free event and everyone can join. If you would like to submit your poem in advance and secure a place, send your poem to slamexpressofficial@gmail.com. ? Pansuriya Gallery - No.102, Bogalayzay St, Botahtaung Tsp | P 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Alex Fischer at The Penthouse | Nightlife Alex Fischer arrived in Bangkok in 2012, he hit the ground running with a residency at OSKAR BISTRO. By 2013 he had become Head DJ & Artistic Director and has gone on to book a wide variety of International and local Dj’s keeping the OSKAR style fresh and on point. KOLOUR and has been Guest Dj at a wide range of top venues throughout Bangkok and Thailand. ? The Penthouse - 271/273, Bargayar Rd, Park Side One Building, 8th floor, Sanchaung Tsp | P 10:00 PM - 1:00 AM
FAB 43 club night for lesbians, gays and friends | Nightlife It’s about time to to Fab again . Get ready to have a fun night out at the hottest party in Yangon . And don't miss the pre party at Fahrenheit, with their brand new happy hour. Enjoy buy 1 get 1 free on all cocktails and mixers - every day until 7.30 PM. Entrance Fees 5000 Kyats. ? J-One - Bo Cho Rd, behind UBC United Business Center, Kandawgyi Ward | P 10:00 PM - 2:00 AM
BREATHE CAROLINA | Nightlife FUSE presents "BREATHE CAROLINA" (Light Up The Night Vol. 06). Headliner: Breathe Carolina, Supporting Artists: local DJs from Fuse. Cover Charge: 10,000ks/person (plus Table Package). Walk-In Fees: 20,000ks/person (Regular Access). Table Reservation via 09440007788. ? Fuse - 4th Floor, Myanmar Plaza (HAGL Myanmar Centre), Kabar Aye Pagoda Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 10:00 PM - 3:00 AM
27TH - 28TH AUGUST 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth | Workshop 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth by John C. Maxwell will teach by a first certified John Maxwell Team Member, U Naing Win Aung, Executive Coach of Breakthrough Company Limited. Live Them & Reach Your Potential. Meals & refreshments will be provided. Normal Fees is 300,000kyats. Early Bird Discount Before 10th August - 200,000kyats. Buy 4 - Get 1. ? Zephyr Coffee and Restaurant - Sein Lan So Pyay Garden, Inya Rd, Kamayut Tsp | P 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
SUNDAY 28TH AUGUST Qatar Airways Cabin Crew Recruitment Event Myanmar (Female Only) | Activities Be part of a story worth telling! Join the award winning 5 Star Cabin Crew team. Write your own story with Qatar Airways. Enjoy a tax-free income, including accommodation, allowances and transportation for duty. Please send your CV (Microsoft Word or PDF Format) with Full Body Picture to myanmar@jobsglobal.com. Only shortlisted and registered candidates will be required to meet the Qatar Airways recruitment team on 28th Aug. ? Novotel Yangon Max - 459 Pyay Rd, Kamayut Tsp | P 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
What’s On Myanmar Remix | Nightlife Do you love to listen Myanmar Songs remix version? YangonYangon bring Myanmar Songs remix at Every Super Sunday! DJ will spinning 100% Myanmar songs starting from 8pm ~ 50% OFF on All Frozen Cocktails. HAPPY HOUR 5PM – 7PM. Bucket Beers Deal (Buy4 get 2) ? YangonYangon - 339,Bo Gyoke Aung San Road, Yangon Tsp | P 8:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Boutique Brunch | Dining Try the new a la carte brunch including the most famous items from the menus and new creations from their creative kitchen team. Deal: USD 33.- per person for unlimited brunch menu items including free flow of drinks (wine, beer, softies, coffee). ? Savoy Hotel Yangon - 129, Dhammazedi Rd | P 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Australia Education Fair Yangon 2016 | Activities For Myanmar students who are interested in studying in Australia, the Australia: Future Unlimited Education Exhibition will provide an excellent opportunity to discuss your study plans directly with representatives of major Australian universities, vocational colleges and English language institutions. Organised by the Australian Embassy, up to fifteen Australian education institutions are expected to participate, providing Myanmar students with a full range of education options. The exhibition program will include updates on Australia’s education system, student visa requirements, and living in Australia. ? Sule Shangri-La Hotel Yangon - 223, Sule Pagoda Rd, Kyauktada Tsp | P 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
17th Japanese Speaking Challenge | Activities Embassy of Japan in Myanmar will host a speaking challenge at Park Royal Hotel Yangon for the 17th time, everyone is invited and participated. ? Parkroyal Hotel Yangon - 33, Alan Pya Phaya Rd, Dagon Tsp | P 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
MONDAY 29TH AUGUST EL METODO - THE METHOD (2012) | Activities The movie is directed by Marcelo Pineyro and the film length is 110 minutes in total. The story tells of seven people that have been selected for an enviable, executive position for a mysterious corporation, Dekia. The seven applicants are submitted to a series of psycological tests known as the “Gronholm Method”. ? Institut français de Birmanie - 340 Pyay Rd, Sanchaung Tsp | P 7:00 PM
Hot Monday | Nightlife Don’t waste your good Monday elsewhere. Drop the bass down low and keep the beats up. Hottest Hip Hop tracks to let your sweat touch the dance floor. ? 7th Joint Bar and Grill - Shwe Asia Building, Corner of 48th Street on Mahabandula Road. Botatuang Tsp | P 5:00 PM
Monday Special Taco Night | Nightlife Fahrenheit Monday Special $1 Taco Night. Fahrenheit’s 1 Dollar 1 Taco Fiesta! Mix and Match their delicious Fish, Chicken, Pork and mini Beef Tacos. It’s every Monday! ? FAHRENHEIT Bar - No. 38, Corner of Bo Gyoke Road and Botahtaung Pagoda Road, Yangon Tsp | P 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
What’s On TUESDAY 30TH AUGUST Bacchus Tuesday | Dining Bacchus is blessing another Tuesday at the Lab with a very special deal. For each platter you order with a bottle of house wine, they offer the second one. Happy Tuesday all! ? The Lab - 70A Shwe Gone Daing Road, Bahan Tsp | P 5:30 PM
Open Mic Night | Nightlife Do you like singing? Go to 7th Joint and get your name on the list to perform tonight. Happy hour: 5 – 8 pm (buy one get one free). Join the acoustic jam session! ? 7th Joint Bar and Grill - Shwe Asia Building, Corner of 48th Street on Mahabandula Road. Botatuang Tsp | P 8:00 PM
WEDNESDAY 31ST AUGUST Cocktail Madness | Nightlife Your Wednesday event is back again with a very special deal on cocktails! Buy one get one free on all of them, so don’t miss out! See you all down at the Lab wine & tapas bar. ? The Lab - 70A Shwe Gone Daing Road, Bahan Tsp | P 5:30 PM
Ladies Night | Nightlife Ladies Night Out! Every Wednesday Night, Free Entry and Free One Cocktail for all ladies until 9:00 PM. ? Piano Bar Yangon - No.2, Parami Rd, Mayangone Tsp | P 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
THURSDAY 1ST SEPTEMBER Green Thursdays at Savoy | Dining Enjoy their Special vegetarian menu and get one FRESH JUICE for FREE. ? Savoy Hotel Yangon - 129, Dhammazedi Rd | P All day
Thursday Kirin night | Nightlife Explore the sophisticated taste of Japanese Premium beer Kirin Ichiban at CLub Rizzoli everyday. Especially BUY 1 GET 1 FREE on Thursdays! ? Club Rizzoli - Chatrium Royal Lake Yangon, 40 Natmauk Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 6:00 PM
Green Pan Asian Cuisine | Dining Green Pan Asian Cuisine describes a new food style with more organic and local incredients. Their Executive Chef keeps also the natural taste of the products from the local market. ? Kipling's Restaurant - Savoy Hotel Yangon, 129, Dhammazedi Rd | P 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Fit & Fab | Activity The best fitness center in the city has gotten even better with more space for classes and equipment! Enroll this September and enjoy 20% off your membership fee, along with a roll of other special discounts, as well as a chance to win overnight stays at Sule Shangri-La in the lucky draw raffle at the end of the month! 01-242828 ? Sule Shangri-La Hotel - 223, Sule Pagoda Rd, Kyauktada Tsp DISCLAIMER Information as of 23rd August 2016. The events’ times and dates may change without notice. For more updated information, please check http://myanmore.com/yangon/events-calendar
repair and buy computers guide
Where To Repair and Buy Computers In Yangon BY CHADD CONCEPCION
Its 2016 in Yangon – and in a city that they say has stood still in time, you can be forgiven to think that finding decent a computer, or computer accessories here, will be challenging. This simply isn’t the case, and the tech shopper will be pleasantly surprised with the selection currently in offer. On the shopping front, know that what you should be expecting to see is a sort of “Best of”selection of items, but not quite the “entire album”. For PC builders, you would get for example the latest 6th generation (Skylake) Intel processors, in all i3, i5 and i7 core series variants, but only in the entry level “locked” models (6100, 6400 and 6700), no more. Apple products are also available, but because Apple has not officially launched in Myanmar, what you will be commonly seeing are gray imports happily backed up by store warranties, although offered at a higher price than abroad. There are some authorized resellers though, and you may want to consider their stock.
WHERE TO BUY PC AND MAC TECHNOLAND ? 36th Street (although with 11 branches, they may have a branch closer you) P 10 am to 6:30 pm daily
Best @ Apple products, Gaming peripherals and higher-end PC parts; dedicated service center. They also have the widest selection of Mac units and accessories. Items can be cheaper elsewhere, but this is usually my first stop for familiar tech brands, certainly my go-to shop for shopping for Mac accessories or devices.
UNIQUE ? Pansodan St. (just before the flyover) and Seik Kan Thar Rd. (best stocked) P Store Hours: 9:30 am to 6:30 pm daily
Best for: PC Parts, common accessories, low prices. Unique will likely have anything you would need for your PC build or repair needs, and judging from the constant crowd here, its also where most people in the city go to buy built PCs and laptops. They carry a decent stock of PC building parts, as well as the smaller, more obscure parts (like SATA cables, for example).
KMD ? Pansodan Street P Mon-Sat 9 am to 8 pm, Sun 10 am - 7 pm
KMD is my choice shop for buying a laptop, and their selection is hard to beat. They cover anywhere from ultraportables, hybrid foldables to the bigger gaming machines, and a lot are on display for you to inspect, carry, and basically try out. Select Mac are also available, but not as stocked as in other stores.
WHERE TO REPAIR YOU PC OR MAC IPRO ? No.37, La Pyat Wun Plaza, Alan Pya Pagoda Rd 011222390, 09 250666004 09799626335 P Mon - Fri: 9:30 am -5:30 pm, Sat at 9:30 am -12:30 pm
iPro is an Apple authorized service provider and is one of your best choices to have your Mac products serviced. They accept repairs for iPhones, iPads and the Macbook line of products. Repair time may of course vary from case to case, but they gave me an estimate of around 4-5 days to repair or replace the screen on my MBP. Call or visit them for an assessment.
ILAB (HIGHLY RECOMMENDED) ? No. 83 Anawrahta St
This is where the MYANMORE staff goes for their macbook troubles. iLab is not among the list of service centers officially recognized by Apple, but you may also want to give their service a try. Give them a visit especially if you are closer to downtown Yangon. They accept repairs for iPhones, iPads and the Mac line of laptops.
F@X ? Seik Kan Thar Rd Middle Block P 9:30 am to 6:30 pm
F@X has by far the biggest selection of PC laptop replacement chargers for laptops that I have seen in Yangon, so if you are struggling with a faulty one (or if you left one in coffee shop somewhere), you have a good chance of finding a replacement one here. They also have a dedicated service “corner” for laptop repairs too.
TECHNOLAND (36TH STREET BRANCH) ? 36th Street, Middle Block // 09254152286
Technoland also has a dedicated service center just a few meters away from its 36th Street branch, and they would be happy to help sort out your laptop problems.
SLN (SHWE LAMIN NAGAR) ? No. 775, Mahabandoola Rd. (Corner of 14th Street) // 012301797-98
SLN is Acer’s official service partner, and should be your first stop if you are an Acer user.
ISERVE ? 90 (A/B) Kabaraye Pagoda Rd // Hot Line Phone No: 95-9-2614-3001 P Mon - Sat: 10 am – 5 pm
iServe is a service arm of electronics retailer Wai Yan, and is also an Applerecognized service provider. They specialize more on devices though, and you can go here for iPhone and iPad related repair concerns.
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Always the Freshest at Cho Japanese Dining BY MARISA WINDIYANTI
WHAT IT IS – Cho is a recent addition to the many popular Japanese dining options in Yangon. In a modern setting the kitchen has a strong focus on product quality, which makes it the place with the probably freshest food in town. The bi-weekly sashimi flown in directly from Japan is especially an unique highlight. ATMOSPHERE – Cho is similar to most recently-built or renovated buildings in Yangon with modern sleek furniture and a casually fancy feel. A view of Golden Valley belongs to one side of the restaurant while the back facilitates a more intimate vibe. Each table comes with individual grills and prongs needed for yakitori. FOOD & DRINK – At Cho every meal starts with seasonally changing, complimentary Hors d’oeuvre. We were served with home-made Pitan Tofu in century egg sauce. The tofu was very smooth and the sauce added a nice, salty flavor. You come for the Sashimi (most are 15,000 Ks for 2 piece) all of which are freshly imported from Japan, never frozen, as the chef empathized. This is something very unique in Yangon, we have not heard of another place who places that much value on the quality of its Sashimi and the effort has paid off. The presentation was truly special as well. The chef showed us how to use them to flavor the soy sauce and grinded the wasabi for us at our table. We continued with Wagyu Beef Tongue, which was grilled by the chef on our table. It was only lightly seasoned with salt and pepper, more was also not necessary, the quality of the meat was excellent with a tender texture and a nicely balanced flavor..... Cho also offers a variety of cocktails, classic ones (8,000 Ks) and Signature house-made ones (8000-11000 Ks), but also excellent non-alcoholic options with organic smoothies(5500 Ks). We tried two smoothies which represented the focus of the restaurant on high quality ingredients very well.
new openings
Eat Wa Cuisine at The Root ? Bo Myat htun Road, Botahtaung Township
Yangon’s FIRST Wa kitchen & bar will opened their door this past Saturday! Experience Wa culture with authentic food and specialty drinks, all ingredients from Wa state! It's still the soft-opening period, but if you're ok with a few hitches in service, come eat a cuisine that embraces fresh product and bold flavours. This is the second Wa restaurant in Yangon, Ha Tai Wa in 9 mile is the first.
Steak Out ? C-02, 46th Street, UFC Building 09454446626 // 11 am - 10 pm
Steak Out is the new bistro and bar open in the new financial center on 46th street, and their Grand Opening Promotion is ending tomorrow, 20th of August. As of now, you can get 20% off all dishes, non-alcoholic drinks and wine. The vibe is business casual, entrees range from 10,000 Ks to 20,000Ks more or less. They have much more than steak by the way, their pork chop (pictured above) is a highlight and they serve homemade pasta as well.
Gallery
FIRST HORROR PARTY @ CLIFF 24 COCKTAIL BAR 20TH AUGUST 2016 PHOTOS BY PT@IMAGES
TOP MODEL COMPETITION @ KANDAWGYI PALACE HOTEL 17TH AUGUST 2016 PHOTOS BY HONGSAR
now showing
Now showing on Yangon cinemas from 26th August to 1st September.
PETE’S DRAGON
Nay Pyi Daw | 01 251 277, 01 251 288 Mingalar Sanpya Cineplex | 09 260 887 035 — 36, 01 230 3 165 Mingalar Cineplex (Gamone Pwint) | 09 779 054 671 — 73 Junction Square | 01 527 055
NERVE
Nay Pyi Daw | 01 251 277, 01 251 288
SKIPTRACE
Shae Saung Cinema | 01 252 113, 01 388 034
SUICIDE SQUAD
Junction Square | 01 527 055 Junction Maw Tin | 01 225 244 Mega Ace Cineplex (Tamwe) | 01 554 383 Mega Ace Cineplex (Thar Kay Ta) | 01 556 782 Mega Ace Cineplex (North Okkalapa) | 09 971 750 191
TRAIN TO BUSAN(KOREAN MOVIE)
Nay Pyi Daw | 01 251 277, 01 251 288 Mingalar Sanpya Cineplex | 09 260 887 035 — 36, 01 230 3 165 Mingalar Cineplex (Gamone Pwint) | 09 779 054 671 — 73 Mingalar Cinema 2 ( Dagon Centre (II)) | 09 732 54 091, 09 732 54 092
BAW SI (BURMESE MOVIE)
Thamada Cinema | 01 246 962, 01 246 963 Thwin | 01 372 594, 01 388 033 Mingalar Cinema | 01 243 057 Mingalar Sanpya Cineplex | 09 260 887 035 — 36, 01 230 3 165 Mingalar Cineplex (Gamone Pwint) | 09 779 054 671 — 73 Junction Square | 01 527 055 Junction Maw Tin | 01 225 244
YITE LITE PAR OWN DOME DOME DOME (BURMESE MOVIE) Shae Saung Cinema | 01 252 113, 01 388 034 Mingalar Cineplex (Gamone Pwint) | 09 779 054 671 — 73 Mega Ace Cineplex (Tamwe) | 01 554 383 Mega Ace Cineplex (Thar Kay Ta) | 01 556 782 Mega Ace Cineplex (North Okkalapa) | 09 971 750 191
KHOE SOE LU HNITE(BURMESE MOVIE)
Mega Ace Cineplex(North Okkalapa) | 09 971 750 191
myanmore Card Deals VERANDA BAR @ ROSE GARDEN HOTEL Buy one cocktail of the day, get one free From 4pm to 6:30 pm Valid everyday 1 person per card ? No. 171, Upper Pansodan Road, Mingalar Taung Nyunt Tsp 01371992, 01371993
BULGOGI BROTHERS 10% off on total bill Free flow coke, sprite and Max orange No room charge & no corkage fee Valid everyday
? G-136, Ground Floor, SOHO Diamond Tower, Nar Nat Taw Street, Kamaryut Tsp. 0973038899
See www.myanmore.com/yangon/card/ for more card deals
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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