30 DECEMBER - 5 JANUARY 2017
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Karaoke - Sing Your Way Into 2017
What’s On FRIDAY 30TH DECEMBER Car Friday New Year Party | Activities Hello everyone. Are you ready to say goodbye to 2016? CarsDB is here to host a “New Year Party” for you. There will be Car Friday event at the end of the month for business discussion, sharing of ideas, plus food and drinks to party into the night. See you there. ? Sky Bar - Rooftop at Yangon International Hotel, Pyay Rd, Ahlone Tsp | P 7:00 PM — 9:00 PM
Gallegos Bamboo Trio Live | Nightlife Blending diverse influences from flamenco to bossa jazz and world music, the trio will perform classic and modern art songs with passionate improvisations and inspired spontaneous compositions. Each performance is unique and will feature various guest artists. ? Gekko - 535 Merchant Rd, Kyauktada Tsp | P 7:00 PM
Asia Leadership Trek 2017 | Activities The Asia Leadership Trek Myanmar with the Center for Asia Leadership Initiatives in collaboration with AIESEC Myanmar proudly presents the The Asia Leadership Conference 2017: Becoming Asia’s Change Makers: Tools for Solving Problems and Overcoming Challenges | Tickets : 15,000 Ks | Via : Ma Yadanar Soe 09965425740 ? Strategy First - 8, Ground Floor, Pan Chan Tower, Bagayar Rd, Myaynigone, Sanchaung Tsp | P 7:00 AM — 12:30 PM
30TH-31ST DECEMBER The Public Festival | Concert Nine Planets Entertainment will host its 13th anniversary in conjunction with the New Year Welcome Party. The event will feature both its members and other guest artists. Open to members of the public. ? People’s Square and People’s Park - Pyay Rd, Sanchaung Tsp | P 1:00 PM — 1:00 AM
SATURDAY 31ST DECEMBER AVA NYE 2017 Festival | Concert INSPIRE Media & Entertainment proudly brings the biggest New Year Party in the history of Myanmar. Stay tune for event updates! Ticket : 35,000 Ks | Via : 092046090 ? The ONE Entertainment Park - Paw San Hmwe St, Thuwana, Thingankyun Tsp | P 6:00 PM — 12:30 AM
New Year's Eve Countdown Party | Nightlife Say farewell to 2016 and let's welcome and count down to 2017, together at The West Steakhouse. Enjoy appetizing and delicious food, with a special promotion just for you. The West will be opened through the whole night and will serve its first 2017 breakfast. Joined by our celebrated chef who will be there all night long till 2017's first morning. If you’re ready, rock with us on 31st December from 7pm till sunrise. | RSVP: 09962599848 ? The West Steak House - Pearl Condo, Kabar Aye Pagoda Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 7:00 PM
WE OWN 2017 with DubVision | Nightlife Who’s ready for 2017? Time to set your BIG goals, resolutions and even dreams. They will OWN this Year no matter what. Even better with DubVision. They’re so ready for this. Dutch brothers Victor and Stephan Leicher are fast conquering the world of dance music as scintillating duo DubVision. | RSVP: 09 9701 7064 | Ticket: 30,000 Kyats ? The Clubhouse - Kandawgyi Palace Hotel, Kan Yeik Tha Rd, Mingalar Taung Nyunt Tsp | P 9:00 PM — 4:00 AM
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What’s On FAB NYE Club Night | Nightlife A queer start of your year with our very first FAB New Year’s Party at J-One. Join us for fabulous goodness with our master DJ’s C-Thu and Mike from TRACK 404 Myanmar DJs Crew. They’ll make sure you end the year with a big bang. The party starts at 10 pm and we’ll countdown together, ready to make you jump at midnight! | Ticket: 5,000 Ks | RSVP: 09 259 711 171 ? J-One Music Bar - Bo Cho Street (Near Union Business Centre), Tarmwe Tsp | P 10:00 PM — 1:00 AM
New Year's Eve Party To Remember | Nightlife New Year Party at the Vibe with DJ MRY and Dancer, midnight toast and party flavors. | RSVP: 09 975 553230 ? The VIBE - Kan Yeiktha Street, Bahan Tsp | P 10:00 PM — 4:00 AM
New Year’s Eve | Nightlife New Year’s Eve at Gekko with DJ YuKT: House, Deep House, Tech House. Free Entry | RSVP: 09777459080 ? Gekko - 535 Merchant Rd, Kyauktada Tsp, Yangon | P 9:00 PM
SUNDAY 1ST JANUARY Start 2017 in the Best Way | Dining Celebrate the start of the New Year with a gourmet brunch at Belmond Governor’s Residence, including unlimited wines from their exclusive collection of Schubert Wines from New Zealand, Methode Champenoise and fresh fruit juices. | RSVP: 01 229 860 | Ticket: 19 USD per person ? Belmond Governor’s Residence - The Governor's Residence,35 Taw Win Rd, Dagon Tsp | P 12:30 PM — 3:30 PM
MONDAY 2ND JANUARY Mad for it Monday | Nightlife Mad for it Mondays with 90’s Britpop & drinks specials every Monday from 7pm till late. Heineken at 1,500/2,500 Ks, Jack Daniels & Coke at 4,500 Ks | RSVP: 09777459080 ? Union Bar and Grill - 42 The Strand, Left side of the Myanmar Red Cross Building | P 7:00 PM
2ND-4TH JANUARY Yangon Discount Fair 2017 | Business Don’t miss this chance to get HUGE discounts at the BIGGEST discount fair in town. ? Tatmadaw Hall - Tatmadaw Hall, U Wizara Road | P 9:00 AM — 5:00 PM
TUESDAY 3RD JANUARY Light up the Night | Nightlife Unusual party at Tuesday with VINAI with supporting artists BG, Biggy X Hane and Kitty. See you at the Fuse | Ticket: 30,000 Ks | RSVP: 09 440007788 ? Fuse - 4th floor, Myanmar Plaza, Yangon | P 9:30 PM
WEDNESDAY 4TH JANUARY Independence Day is a national holiday observed in Myanmar on January 4th every year. Most streets in Yangon celebrate this day with public games.
What’s On THURSDAY 5TH JANUARY Salsa Night : January 2017 | Nightlife DJ Henry Knowles has been very entertaining and energetic for 2 salsa nights in a row, and here we go again. Start this new year with a blast, dance and socialize at Union Bar. They will be dancing salsa on Jan 5th night (Thursday), starting at 8 pm with special drink prices. We have also invited Grammys nominee DJ Henry Knowles as usual. Come join Yangon's best salsa event. ? Union Bar and Grill - 42 Strand Road, Left corner of the Myanmar Red Cross Building | P 8:00 PM — 11:30 PM
Guest Bartender : Bannie Kang | Nightlife The first guest bartender for 2017 is none other than Bannie Kang, from South Korea. Bannie’s journey towards bartending started unexpectedly. Treat yourself and your friends for quality cocktails by Bannie Kang. She will be making cocktails at Gekko from 7-11pm on Thursday night, Jan 5th. ? Gekko Restaurant Yangon - 535 Merchant St, Kyauktada Tsp, 4th Quarter | P 7:00 PM — 11:00 PM
NEW YEAR SPECIALS 31ST DECEMBER New Year’s Eve Dinner 2016 | Dining A lavish New Year’s Eve awaits you at The Rose Garden Hotel. Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a Glamorous Gala Buffet, free flow of draught beer, house wines and soft drinks while enjoying the night with live entertainment and great music only for USD 80 nett per person | Via: 01 371992, 09 26106805 ? Rose Garden Hotel - 171 Upper Pansodan Rd, Mingalar Taung Nyunt Tsp | P 7:30 PM
New Year Eve Dinner Party | Nightlife Let's usher in New Year 2017 at our Esperado Rooftop Bar & Restaurant with an amazing view of Yangon. Join our exciting countdown programme with DJ Thet Htut and Academy Dance Group. They are sure to have you entertained on a memorable New Year's Eve night. | RSVP: 09 977755600, 09 977853773 ? Esperado Rooftop Bar & Restaurant - 23,9th floor,Kan Yeik Thar Rd,Mingalar Taung Nyunt Tsp | P 7:00 PM — 1:00 AM
Chatrium New Year's Eve Party 2016 | Dining VIVA LAS VEGAS “What Happens in Vegas, Stays in Vegas!”. Join in the special performance by Chit Kaung, Si Thu Lwin, Chan Chan, Eaint Chit, and Immortal Band. International Buffet Dinner with free flow of wine, beer and soft drinks. | RSVP: 01 544 500 ext 6612 | Tickets: USD 140 - 160 ? Chatrium Hotel Royal Lake Yangon - No 40 Natmauk Rd, Tamwe Tsp | P 7:00 PM — 11:45 PM
New Year's Eve at Royal Pavilion | Dining Spend the new year with our special New Year's Eve promotion at Royal Pavilion, inclusive of a new year countdown party. Discover exquisite Chinese cuisine with our 5-course set menu with an abundant choice of Dim Sum, Seafood and BBQ dishes by Chef Raymond & Dim Sum Chef Steven. Head up to the rooftop terrace after your meal to toast and count down to the New Year with live DJ performances. | RSVP: 09 251185972 ? Novotel Yangon Max - 459 Pyay Road, Kamayut Tsp | P 7:00 PM — 11:30 PM
What’s On Vintage Countdown Party 2017 | Concert Join in our music show featuring hip hop and pop singers. Enjoy the music by young energetic outstanding singers, dance performances by fusion dancers and Hyrax Dance Crew. Take part in our lucky draws. Have a laugh with comedians. Take delight with our unlimited food and drinks. | Ticket: 35,000 - 120,000 Ks | RSVP: 01 901 0555 ? Vintage Luxury Yacht Hotel - Botahtaung Jetty, Strand Rd, Botahtaung Tsp | P 6:30 PM — 12:15 AM
New Year's Eve at The Square | Nightlife Dine around the world and enjoy flavors from all your favorite New Years with unplugged performances at The Square! After “Around The World” New Year’s Eve dinner at The Square, enjoy our Count Down party at the pool with a view of Yangon City & live DJ music. | RSVP: 09 251185989 ? Novotel Yangon Max - 459 Pyay Road, Kamayut Tsp | P 7:00 PM — 1:00 AM
Happy New Year at The Market | Dining New Year’s Eve Dinner – USD 70 nett per person | New Year’s Lunch – USD 42 per person on 1st Jan | RSVP 019345000. ? Melia Hotel - Beside Myanmar Plaza, Kabaraye Pagoda Rd, Yankin Tsp,Yangon | P 6:00 PM — 10:00 PM
Get your Sparkle on | Dining What better way to celebrate the year end with a buffet that comes with free flow of beer, wine, soft drinks, and live entertainment with Singer Zam Nuu. Enjoy the festivities for only USD 55 nett per person at Café Sule. For an additional USD 20 nett, cherish the New Year in style at the Peacock Lounge. ? Sule-Shangrila Hotel Yangon - Sule Center Point, Sule Pagoda Road | P 9:00 PM — 1:00 AM
New Year's Eve Gala Dinner | Dining Food and wine connoisseurs, there is no other more elegant place to celebrate New Year’s Eve than at The Strand Restaurant. Chef Christian and his team will present an outstanding celebration of French haute cuisine in the form of a distinguished six-course menu with wine pairing.| Ticket: USD 180 per guest | RSVP: 01 243 377 ? The Strand Hotel - 92, Strand Rd,Kyauktada Tsp | P 7:30 PM
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Karaoke - Sing Your Way Into 2017 Karaoke is enjoyed by many people all over the world and here, singing is part of the tradition and culture. Many Karaoke venues have opened up recently with both locals and foreigners patrons, and English, Myanmar and many other language options. We asked our readers for their pick of best karaoke places in town.
BAR CODE @ NOVOTEL YANGON MAX Barcode is a combination of Bar & KTV Lounge, located on the third floor of Novotel Hotel on Pyay Road. If you are looking for a good place to have a fun night out with friends or colleagues after work, or in the weekends or hosting parties, this is it! Happy Hour Promotion: Daily 2 pm to 6 pm, 50% off on KTV room only ? Bar Code, Bar & Karaoke Lounge, Hotel Novotel Yangon Max, Pyay Road, Kamayut Township 09260669330 P 2 pm — 2 am (Mon — Fri), 11 am — 2 am (Sat — Sun)
BRANDED KTV One of the luxurious KTVs in town which is located beside 7 mile Residence with very good service and nice to chill out with family, friends, and partners. ? U Sein Mg Road, Highland Avenue, 7 mile, Mayangone Township 09975974040
CARNIVAL Carnival KTV is farther from the city centre than most karaoke lounges, but great for a night out with friends. Though a bit pricey, the sound system is great and the rooms are very clean. ? No.47/48, Waizayandar Road, 8th Ward, South Okkalar Township 0931755558 P 9 am — 11 pm Room (1hr) - 20,000 Ks to 50,000 Ks, VIP Room 80,000 Ks
K BOX This family friendly joint has all the latest hits as well as old time classics. K Box offers a variety of snacks and drinks in a modern and cosy environment. ? No. 408, 4th floor, Ga Mone Pwint Shopping Center, San Yate Nyein, Kamayut Township 09 777 799255 P 9 am — 11 pm
HOTEL SHWEGONDAING Whether or not you’re staying at the hotel, Hotel Shwegondaing’s KTV lounge is a great way to blow off some steam or for having fun with your friends. If you’re in the area, definitely stop by and sing a song or two! ? No.273/A, Shwegondaing Road, Bahan Township 01552585 P 10:30 am — 3 am With Room(1hr) - 15,000 Ks, 20,000 Ks, 25,000 Ks
M3 Just off the Uwisara road and walking distance from the great Shwedagon pagoda, M3 food center serves Chinese and Burmese food. The other attraction is the karaoke lounge, where you can sing in private rooms at your own leisure. ? West Shwe Gone Daing Road, Bahan Township 01526916, 01375700 P 6:30 am — 11 pm (Mon — Sun)
M CUBE FAMILY KARAOKE M-Cube, new and best place for friends and families for gathering, singing and having fun, First branch located in KanTharYar Park, North Oakkala, Yangon. mCube is a company that prides itself on being more family friendly rather than boozy and raucous. Children and large families are encouraged to come. Waizayandar Branch ? 60, Wai Za Yan Tar Road, Thingangyun Township 0933606999 P 9 am — 2 am Kantharyar Branch ? Kantharyar Shopping Mall, Thu Dhamar Road, corner of Khay Mar Thi Road,Ta Ta Lin Cheik Ward, North Okkalapa Township 09250610046 www.mcubefamilyktv.com P 9 am — 11 pm
METRO MUSIC BAR This KTV and music bar is modernist and decadent with private, soundproof rooms and luxury seating. Get those vocal chords loosened up, order a drink with snacks and blast out your favourite numbers. ? 47/A, Saya San Road, Bahan Township 09 253 48529 P 11 am — 11 pm
MUSIC BOX Music Box is a reasonably-priced karaoke place popular among young Yangonites. A one-hour session of five people only costs 12,000 Ks. Sing your heart out and head on over to the Pioneer Bar next door for a fun night out. You will find more English songs in their new branch! ? 330, Ahlone Road, Yangon International Hotel Compound, Dagon Township 0973036433 P 10:30 am — 2 pm New Outlet ? No.F/603, Secret Garden Junction Square 0933608999 P 9 am — 11 pm (Mon — Fri), 9 am — 12 pm (Sat — Sun)
PWINT THIT SAN FOOD CENTRE & FAMILY KTV Despite the name, this venue is great for families and friends alike. Not only is it open till late, there is also a 24-hour food court right upstairs. P 9 am — 5 am
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Tum Laii – Authentic Thai Cuisine on 46th Street BY BEN HOPKINS Opened in April this year, Tum Laii’s dishes encapsulate the flavours of Thai cuisine with an uncompromising commitment to authenticity. While the interior is modern and made to order, the dishes themselves explode with the sweet, sour, salty and bitter elements that give Thai cuisine its character – sometimes with a pungency that brings water to the eyes. “I’m using the recipes I learnt as child,” says Thai Executive Chef Khun Aey, whose recent arrival at Tum Laii has attracted a growing number of local and foreign converts as well as a devout following amongst Thai expats yearning for home food. And no wonder! As an appetiser, the deep fried marinated chunks of chicken wrapped in pandan leaves and skewered with a stick (4,800 Ks) could have been lifted from a mobile kitchen in Aey’s home Province of Isan. “Some of the ingredients are sourced locally but most come from Thailand”, says Aey, “all are cooked in the Isan style”. There are over 50 dishes to choose from but it’s the ‘Spicy Stir Fried Seafood with Thai Herbs’ (7,000 Ks) that I choose next. The fresh water fish and clams are blended with basil, coriander and galangal and livened up with a splash of sour lemon, pineapple chunks and chopped chillies. The dish itself could have leaped from a Thai market stall in Isan and onto my plate – via the hotplate of Khun Aey. Needless to say, for this lover of Thai food it disappeared quickly. For something less spicy and more akin to comfort food try the ‘Thai Chicken Omelette’ (3,500 Ks). A curious result of East meets West that I’m told was introduced to Thailand by the recently deceased King Rama IX, after one of his numerous trips to the West. Add a touch of the exotic to the plain old omelette with a thumb full of coriander and a splash of ‘nam prik’ sauce that combines fresh chilies with fish sauce, lime and a touch of sugar. The ‘Chicken Stir Fried with Cashew Nuts’ (3,500 Ks) is another favourite for newcomers to Isan food while the crispy skinned and chunky ‘Grilled Drumstick Chicken’ (3,800 Ks) puts the chicken peddlers of fast food fame to shame. Tum Laii delivers locally and can host parties of 60 people making it an ideal spot for an end of the year office party or a New Year celebration. No. 01-03A (Building C, UFC) 46th Street (Middle Block), Botahtaung Tsp, Yangon. Tel: 09 799 799 949, 09 799 799 959 E-mail: tumlaiimyanmar@gmail.com | Opening Hours: 10 AM – 10 PM
new openings
Eclipse Bar & Restaurant ? 4th Floor, Myanmar Plaza, 192 Kabar Aye Pagoda Road, Bahan Township, Yangon, Myanmar 09 44247 7778 Opening Hours: 4:00 PM — 2:00 AM
Yangon’s newest hotspot for eating, drinking, socialising and great music located at the 4th Floor of Myanmar Plaza.
Cellar Door Wine Bistro ? No.69, Pyay Road, 11 Ward, 1st Floor, Marketplace by Citymart, Haling Towinship, Yangon, Myanmar 01 525 403 Ext: 201 Opening Hours: 11:00 AM — 11:00 PM
Escape into an intimate little wine bistro where all foodies, gourmands, and urbanites gather to eat, drink and hangout. Cellar Door combines wine with a gourmet food menu to enhance the palate. Unwind after a long day by taking a vinous tour of old and new world wines that has been paired with carefully selected dishes Find respite from the hustle and bustle of the city as you lose yourself in the rich colors and plush surroundings of Cellar Door – an ambience that will make you linger and want to stay as long as possible. The laid-back environment lends itself to a good socializing setting with a less crowded feel and more intimate appeal. Or sit outside on the picturesque balcony wrapped in ivy to catch an evening breeze while watching the sun set.
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Now showing in Yangon cinemas from 30th to 5th January 2017.
SING (ANIMATION)
Sing is a 2016 American 3D computeranimated musical comedy film. Mingalar Cineplex (Gamone Pwint), Mingalar Cinema 2(Dagon Centre (II), Nay Pyi Daw
ASSASSIN'S CREED
Assassin's Creed is a 2016 action adventure film based on the video game franchise of the same name. Nay Pyi Daw, Mingalar Sanpya Cineplex, Mingalar Cineplex (Gamone Pwint)
ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story is a 2016 American epic space opera film. It is the first stand-alone film in the Star Wars Anthology series. Nay Pyi Daw
RAILROAD TIGERS (CHINESE)
Railroad Tigers is a 2016 Chinese action comedy film. Junction Square
PAGO SAR NHINT THU EI VIRUS MYAR (BURMESE)
Burmese comedy movie directd by Kyaw Zaw Lin with many famous stars: Yan Aung, Kyaw Ye Aung, Yazar Nay Win, Pyay T Oo, Soe Myat Thuzar,Pacteria, Yoon Shwe Yee, etc. Mingalar Sanpya Cineplex, Mingalar Cineplex, Thamada Cinema, Thwin, Junction Maw Tin, Junction Square
PROFESSOR DOCTOR SATE PHWAR (BURMESE)
Professor Doctor Sate Phwar is the 2016 burmese movie directed by Khin Myo Saw with stars: Kyaw Thu, Lu Min, Aye Myat Thu and etc. Mingalar Sanpya Cineplex, Mingalar Cineplex (Gamone Pwint), Shae Saung Cinema, Junction Maw Tin, Junction Square
MIN LAL BO K NGAR LAL BO K (BURMESE)
Burmese Movie with famous actors Myint Myat, Kyaw Kyaw Bo and Thinzar Wint Kyaw Shae Saung Cinema
Junction Maw Tin | 01 225 244 Junction Square | 01 527 055 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 — 92 Nay Pyi Daw | 01 251 277, 01 251 288 Shae Saung Cinema | 01 252 113, 01 388 034 Thamada Cinema | 01 246 962, 01 246 963 Thwin | 01 372 594, 01 388 033 Mega Ace (Tharkayta) | 01 556 782 Mega Ace (Tamwe) | 01 554 383 Mega Ace (North Okkalapa) | 09 971 750 91
december promotion
INYA MYAING 22 CAR SERVICE CENTER Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday (only December but Christmas day not included), they will give car alignment or car wash 50% discount Gift voucher for the people who buy Shell engine oil (4L, 5L, 6L). Contact via 09 31411785. ? 22, Inya Myaing, Bahan Township
emergency numbers POLICE STATION
AMBULANCE
199 / 01 549309
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FIRE STATION
TOURIST SAFETY UNIT
191 / 01 252011 / 01 252022
01 642742 / 01 549209
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YANGON GENERAL HOSPITAL
01 252859 / 01 378376
01 256112 / 01 265131
HOTLINE NUMBER 1876
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