3 - 9 APR 2015
weekly guide
editor’s note Hello MYANMOREans Annnd it’s April! I hope you had some fun on April 1st, it being April Fools Day and all. It’s all good, as long as it’s harmless fun. And the joke wasn’t on you. If so, then it’s just unacceptable. And immature. Just a few more days to Thingyan too! For those of you who look forward to the festivities, we will be doing a special feature section in next week’s issue to inform you where the parties will be. What’s the plan this weekend?
what’s on FRIDAY 3RD APR BROTHERS GRIMM SPECTACULATHON | ART & STAGE
Presented by Theatre Z. A comedy by Don Zolidis. 5,000 Ks in advance and 7,000 Ks at the door. Sponsored by the High School Theatre Club. For more info: +951 530060. ? ISM(International School of Myanmar)-W-22, Mya Kan Thar Main Rd, 5th Quarter, Hlaing Tsp | P 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
BOLLYWOOD NEON PARTY | NIGHTLIFE
Friday night party Bollywood-style with a DJ flown from India. Groove to the best dance music from Bollywood! Dress in WHITE to get some neon glow. Tickets & queries : 09420187010, 09420205023 ? Adamas Seafood & Coffee - No.14, Kanbawza St, Golden Valley | P FROM 9:00 PM
FRIENDLY FRIDAY LATIN DANCE COMPETITION | NIGHTLIFE Great chance for Latin dance beginners. Great prize for the champion! The rhythm of Salsa & Bachata by dancer Gisbert, music by DJ Bay Tar. No registration fee. Submit your registration to Club Rizzoli, T: 95 1 544500 Ext 6243, clubrizzoli.chry@chatrium.com or Club Rizzoli Facebook. ? Club Rizzoli - 40,Natmauk rd, Tamwe Tsp, Chatrium Hotel Royal Lake Yangon. | P FROM 9:00 PM
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what’s on SATURDAY 4TH APR NEW YEAR SUNDOWNER PARTY/ MEET UP | BUSINESS
Let's welcome the New Year at Officecubed Rooftop Lounge with a little bit of networking and every bit of fun. Free flow of beer and finger snacks will be provided. ? Officecubed- No.7, Lay Daung Kan Rd, Thingangyun Tsp (near AKK shopping mall) | P 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
THE EVOLUTION: EDM ATTACK | NIGHTLIFE
DJ Wine, DJ Nway Oo, DJ Icez, DJ Mickey (m invaders). The tickets: Vista Bar, Ginki Kid, Escape Gastro bar, Brave Bar(K Bar), Turbo De Bar, The 1st Container, Mojo, Union Bar, Gekko, DJ Bar, Sport Bar(1 & 2), 50th Street Bar, V6 (BME). Ticket price: 6,000 Ks. ? Shwe Htut Tin Compound - East Horse Race Course Rd, Tarmwe Tsp (In front of Sky Star Hotel) | P FROM 6:00 PM
4 MINUTE LIVE IN YANGON 2015 | ART&STAGE
4 Minute performs live 4th April at Myanmar Event Park. Tickets available at MyAsiaTicketMyanmar and 4TV Digital showrooms. Ticket –600,000 Ks (VVIP), 200,000 Ks (VIP), 65,000 Ks, 45,000 Ks and 25,000 Ks ? Myanmar Event Park - Shin Saw Pu Rd, Sanchaung Tsp (near Myay Ni Gone City Mart) | P 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
THE JUNGLE II | NIGHTLIFE
THE JUNGLE is back! Mojo & Stork Agency are going back to the roots for a party where your primitive senses are released in your natural habitat: Mojo's Dance-Floor! Dress code: Tarzan, Jane & Co. 7,000Ks one drink included! ? Mojo - 135 Inya road, Bahan Tsp (Opposite Savoy Hotel) | P FROM 10:00 PM
what’s on Technopreneur night
Join this event for Yangon entrepreneurs hosted by Lithan University College. It will be an evening to also congratulate Code2lab, the winner of Channel news Asia's Startup show in Singapore. ? Hummingbird, 76 Phone Gyi st, Lanmadaw Tsp (near San Pya Cineplex) | P 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
love to reggae | NIGHTLIFE
it's been a while, but they didn't forget about you! Join them at the beautiful Kandawgyi Park for a last reggae run before Easter and of course before Thingyan holidays. ? Sushi Boys, Kandawgyi Park, Mingalar Taung Nyunt Tsp | ? 8:00 PM - 12:00 PM
SUNDAY 5TH APR GRAND OPENING OF AMARRA FASHION COLLECTION FROM THE U.S.A
You are cordially invited to attend a Grand Opening and be among the first to preview the latest trendy clothes displayed by “Amarra USA Fashion collection” in a brand new, cozy indoor showroom. Light refreshment will be served. Dress code- Smart casual. ? Amarra Fashion Collection from U.S.A- No.2.Sabei Yon St (Inside Myintzu Lane), Parami, Yankin Tsp | P 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
EASTER CANTATA (MUSICAL OPERA) | ART & STAGE
Witness a musical reenactment of the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ for this year’s coming Easter Sunday on 5th April. Everyone is invited. Admission Fees (3,000Ks, 5,000Ks, 8,000Ks), Call: 0973096388, 09260013262 ? Myanmar Convention Center - Min Dhamma Rd (Close to Victoria Hospital) | P 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
MONDAY 6TH APR BOXING CLASS | SPORT
Burmese boxing class now at IFB! OPEN TO ALL! Beginners welcome! 5,000 kyats & parking space. Classes must be booked in advance to ensure a spot. Registering for the first time, please contact Sabrina: sabrina.b.aups@gmail.com. Then register on site with teacher Shan Ko. ? French Institute - 340, Pyay Road, Sanchaung Tsp (Close by Hanthar Waddy Bus stop) | P 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
what’s on TRIVIA NIGHT & MEXICAN MONDAY | NIGHTLIFE
Join for a Pub Quiz with Mexican Cuisine! Tequila Shots: 2,500, Corona : 4,500, Mojito: 3,500. Free pitcher for Round Winner and Tie Break Drink Challenge. Winning team gets a 30,000 Bar tab. ? 50th Street Bar - 9/13 50th St, Botahtaung Tsp (off Merchant Rd) | P FROM 8:00 PM
TUESDAY 7TH MAR Entrepreneurs’ Breakfast Club | ACTIVITIES
Starting up and running businesses - we all share similar experiences. Join our breakfast meeting and be part of creating a friendly environment for fellow entrepreneurs of all ages and nationalities. Breakfast buffet for US$12 per person. RSVP required on http://goo.gl/forms/OUlKR3nTc8 ? Inya Lake Hotel - Inya Lake Hotel, 37 Kabar Aye Pagoda Road | P 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
WEDNESDAY 8TH APR JAZZ MUSIC AND DINNER | DINING
Enjoy Jazz music every week in Yangon…it’s possible now @ IFB! Every Wednesday, come & enjoy great a dinner in a friendly musical atmosphere. ? The Rendez-Vous - Institut Français de Birmanie, 340 Pyay Road | P 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
THURSDAY 9TH APR TACO BAR BUFFET | DINING
Back with their famous Taco bar buffet at the 1st floor, Mindon Lounge, every Thursday. Book your table under events.tgr@belmond.com or +95 (1) 229 860. ? Belmond Governor’s Residence - Taw Win Road | P 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
photo of the week
Ye Win Naung watering the crop in a misty morning Juan Gallardo http://www.myanmartravelessentials.com/
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interview
Socially conscious coffee beans Born and raised in Yangon, Ngwe Tun is the founder of Genius Coffee, a specialty coffee cafe located not far from Sule Shangrila Hotel. Recently opened 6 months ago, its Arabica coffee beans are harvested by the Danu Hill tribe from in Southern Shan State. Yuko Maskay talks to Ngwe Tun about coffee and his dream of becoming fair-trade certified. How did the idea to start a coffee place happen? I spent a lot of time drinking coffee and wanted good coffee where I lived. So, I started researching about coffee on the internet, especially how to harvest and roast. Then two years ago, we bought a 20 acre land in Ywar Ngan township in the Taunggyi District of Southern Shan State and started harvesting coffee. Then we decided to open a cafe this year after we were happy with the results. Then my wife joined. She does the packaging, logo and design. Why Southern Shan State? This area is very good for Arabica beans, which is the only beans we use. These beans grow very well in 4,000 feet altitude because all year the temperature is cool. How is your business a social enterprise? Our philosophy is that since we are doing business in the area where the Danu hill tribe lives, we should contribute income in that area. We contribute 10% of the income to Danu Hilltribe development, education, the healthcare sector and youth development. We maintain relationship with the community by training the farmers and their families. What is special about your coffee? After taste is very good. Our coffee, it will be bitter and sour in the beginning, then it will be sweet. We only use Arabica, which is a mild coffee and the aroma are very nice. We also process our coffee with clean water. If the Ph of the water is high and if we use water directly, it will be a problem because there will be chemical in the water. How do you maintain your standards? We train our farmers and continuously make sure that they understand the guidelines for quality coffee processing. We make sure that they are international standard. We SCAA certified from America and received an 81 out of 100. We also use ripened cherry (coffee bean) only so it will not to sour. We also measure the moisture content from nursery to roasting. Your coffee is more reasonably priced than elsewhere. How do you keep your costs low? We want to be affordable and reasonable. Other places import coffee from other countries. We are locally produced and roasted so our prices are low. I heard that you are trying to get fair trade certification? We are studying the standard for fair trade certification. In 2015, we will start fair trade. Our goad is to be fair trade certified and also get group organic certificate. How do you ensure that you are environmentally conscious? We don't cut down trees since. we need the shade to grow the coffee., which will increase the lifespan of the coffee. We use recycled packaging. We try to use water resources very well with least amount of water for washing coffee beans. Customers get 10% discount if they bring
their own bags to buy our roasted coffee. We promote the environment by putting small billboards on the countryside to encourage farmers to maintain forest and trees. Could you tell me a bit about your Coffee Tour? Starting this December, we introduced a 3-day package iwhere anyone can visit our coffee farms, pick the coffee, and process them in our factory. You can learn how coffee processing works. The price is $400 and it includes air ticket, lodging, food, transportation, actually everything. We decided to start this so that you can trust our coffee process. What is your philosophy? We are not trying to make big business or be rich. We try to do things that are value-added. If we sell mango, we make 100 kyat but if we sell dried mango, we make 1,000 kyat, that is what I mean by value-added and the farmer will make more profit. That will be a good system. Anyone you look up to? Warren Buffet. I read a lot about his profile and articles all the time. Some oft his inside story is very bad, but I don’t want to become investor in all areas; I want to do it for benefit of the people. Anything you would like to add? Life is very short, as you know, and if we were alone and working just for money, that will be very, very lonely and very meaningless. If we help other people, there will be something coming in return. Genius Coffee also caters. For more information, contact info@geniuscoffee.info or go to www.geniuscoffee.info or its Facebook page. This article was first published on MYANMORE's EnjoyIt, February 2015
new openings Yangon Supper Club
Awesome place where awesome people go. Come down to Yangon Supper Club and enjoy. Takes reservations, walk-Ins welcome. Good for groups, take out and catering. Waiter service and outdoor seating available. No.49, Corner of Parami Road & Myintzu Street, Yangon 01 652 587 4:00 pm - 12:00 am
PORT AUTONOMY
Port Autonomy is an exciting new pop-up food concept now located at Kabar Aye Pagoda Road. The refined yet familiar comfort foods and refreshing yet potent cocktails are served in a lively open-air bistro setting. 22A Kabar Aye Pagoda road, Bahan Tsp, Yangon, Myanmar 09253710651 Closed on Monday. Tuesday- Saturday 5pm to 11pm. Kitchen closes at 10pm Sunday- Open for brunch 11am- 5pm
HUMMINGBIRD
A 2-storey restaurant and lounge with an open rooftop. Serving Latin American fare and excellent cocktails. 76 Phone Gyi st, Lanmadaw Township, Yangon 09 250 292 074 Open Daily: 5:00 PM till late
DIY HOT POT & BBQ
Looking for a new place to chill with friends and family accompanied by the best and newest taste of bbq and hot pot in town? DIY is the right choice for you. No.(95/F) Waizayandar Street, (3) Quarter, Yangon 09-258200088, 09258200900 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
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It’s KVAS
A TRUE RUSSIAN EXPERIENCE BY YUKO MASKAY
WHAT IT IS Kvas is Yangon’s first Russian restaurant, started by four friends with a long history in Myanmar. Recently opened near the corner of Yanshin road and Yankin Road, the restaurant is in an up and coming area mostly filled with local eateries and beer stations, Kvas is unique for an international restaurant of this caliber. With a variety of of alcohol, especially vodka, and a menu that features signature slow-cooked Russian dishes, Kvas is as close to a true Russian experience that you can get. ATMOSPHERE The interior, warmly-lit with dim lights, is cozy and snug, while the restaurant has an outdoor sitting area that overlooks the not-too-busy street of Yanshin. There are five big booths with leather couches and two round tables with high stools. The walls are decorated with depictions of old soviet propaganda posters. RECOMMENDATIONS The Russian food experience started with Eugeny, one of the owners, showing the way by taking a shot of Stolichnyaya vodka, and then immediately biting into a Soleniya, pickled vegetables garnished with garlic and chili, which is made fresh by the restaurant daily. Appetizer was the tangy Borshch, beetroot soup complete with pork, cabbage potato, tomato, carrot and onion. This is a great compliment to the spicy, Homemade Pork Sausages, succulently grilled to perfection—a luxury, mainly because good sausages is a rarity here. The main entrée was Shashlik, tender barbecued pork with vegetables plated with rich, creamy sauce. Some special dishes, like the Whole Piglet and Whole Duck, will need a longer preparation time and need to be ordered a day in advance. The desert was a free sampler of sweet concoction of nuts and dates on a soup spoon, a creation of their Russian chef.
FINAL THOUGHTS The vibe is homey and comfy; prices reasonable, attracting repeat customers for casual dining with high-quality authentic Russian cuisine. With the restaurant opening till 11pm, it’s great for those looking to get a bite of food with drinks, and its uptown location will be attractive to many. Unlike downtown, the area is quiet at night, but taxis are plentiful. Definitely recommended and a good introduction to Russian food. Yanshin Road, Yankin township (behind Sedona Hotel) Tel: 09420076014 Opening hours: 7am – 11pm daily
happy hour Thirsty? We hear you! Here are the list of Happy Hour deals and promotions in Yangon:
Gekko Restaurant
Daily: 5pm - 7pm 50% off on Happy Hour menu 535 Merchant Road, Kyauktada Township +95 (0) 1386986, +95 (0) 943190232
50th St Bar
Daily: 3pm - 7pm Sunday: All day 50% off beer and cocktails 9/13, 50th St., Botahtaung Township +95 (0) 1397060
Monsoon
Daily: 5pm - 7pm 50% off on any cocktail No. 85-87, Theinbyu Road (lower block) , Botataung Township +95 (0) 1295224
The Blind Tiger
Daily: 5pm -7pm 50% off wine, cocktails and beers Unit 111 United Condominium Corner Nawaday Street & Alan Pya Pagoda Road, Dagon Township +95 (0) 1388488
Peperoni Bar
Daily: 5pm - 8pm 50% off all wines, beers and cocktails Union Business Center (UBC) Annex B, Nat Mauk Road, Bo Cho Quarter, Bahan Township. +95 (0) 930258399
Escape Gastro Bar
Daily: 11am - 7pm 30% off cocktails, draught beer buy 2 get 1 free 31D Kan Yeik Tha Street, Yankin Township +95 (0) 1660737
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