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Doing a Good Deed on Waso Full Moon
What’s On FRIDAY 7TH JULY 15th ASEAN Ports and Shipping 2017 Exhibition | Business The 15th ASEAN Ports and Shipping 2017 Exhibition and Conference will take place for the first time in Myanmar. The event is honoured to be hosted by Myanma Port Authority. RSVP 01242828. ? Sule-Shangrila Hotel Yangon - Sule Center Point, Sule Pagoda Rd, Pabedan Tsp | P 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Myanmar Fisheries and Livestock Expo 2017 | Business Public Event for all of Fisheries and Livestock Industries around the world. There will be many suppliers, vendors, investors and technicians participated. Also Livestock and Fishery products will be included in this exhibition. ? Tatmadaw Exhibition Hall - U Wisara Rd, Dagon Tsp | P 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Chocolate Day | Dining Celebrate the International Chocolate Day at the Strand Cafe’ and enjoy one of the most delectable and noble product, known and enjoyed everywhere, by a special afternoon tea with a wide selection of chocolate delights in addition to their classic High Tea Savories. RSVP 01243377. ? The Strand Hotel - 92 Strand Rd, Botahtaung Tsp | P 2:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Hla Day's 1st Anniversary | Activities Hla Day celebrates its first year in operation, as a shop, equal doses of fun and work and they would love to celebrate with all of their friends and loyal customers. Some craft activities for kids (adults can join too) along with some refreshments and other entertainment. ? Hla Day - 81, 1st floor, Middle Lower block, Pansodan St, Kyauktada Tsp | P 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
PAINT and SIP by Rotaract Club Yangon | Art & Stage Paint & Sip is a social night out with creativity and conversation. Follow step-by-step directions of a featured artwork by a local artist. You don’t have to be an artist, nor have ever painted on a canvas before. Ticket price is 35,000 Kyats. RSVP 01 230 2069. ? The Coriander Leaf Yangon - Building No 12, Yangon International Hotel Compound, Ahlone Road, Dagon Tsp | P 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The Clubhouse Fridays | Nightlife Coming off a week from our successful grand opening, The Clubhouse is back this Friday and we definitely do not aim to disappoint. On decks we have Myanmar's very own Michael Xeno of XXXL RECORDZ and Top 5 Finalists of 2016 Myanmar DJ Championships . Be sure to catch him live exclusively at The Clubhouse. RSVP 09 513 5061. ? The Clubhouse - Kandawgyi Palace Hotel, Kan Yeik Thar Rd, Mingalar Taung Nyunt Tsp | P From 9:00 PM
Smooth Jazz By Daniel Chia | Nightlife Smooth Jazz night at “The West” with Daniel Chia, Soulful, funky, and energetic, saxophonist Daniel Chia from Singapore will be performing smooth Jazz at The West Lounge. ENTRY TICKET only Ks-10,000/- per person with one complimentary cocktail. RSVP 09962599848. ? The West Steak House - Pearl Condo, Kabar Aye Pagoda Rd, Bahan Tsp | 8:00 PM - 11:45 PM
Troja from India: House and Techno | Nightlife DJ Troja is back at The Penthouse, from India, bringing his house/techno spinning skills. Music starts at 10pm, not a night to be missed. RSVP 09771239924. ? The Penthouse - 271-273, Bagaya St, Sanchaung Tsp | P From 10:00 PM
What’s On VINI VICI | Nightlife Heineken presents “Vini Vici” (Light Up The Night Vol. 20). Headliner: Vini Vici, Special Guest: Double U, Supporting Artists: Kitty, Fred, The Bugbears. Cover Charge @ 15,000ks/person (plus Table Package), Walk-In Fees @ 30,000ks/person (Regular Access), Walk-In Fees @ 40,000ks/person (VIP Access). RSVP 09440007778. ? FUSE - 4th Floor, Myanmar Plaza (HAGL), Corner of Kabaraye Pagoda Rd and Setmhu 1 Rd, Bahan Tsp | P From 10:00 PM
SATURDAY 8TH JULY Yu KT is back at Union Bar & Grill | Nightlife Yu KT is back at Union Bar & Grill with her signature blend of techno music to kick off the first performance of our "Monsoon Music Month". Join them from 10pm - late and enjoy a late night "reverse happy hour" with 50% off selected drinks from 10pm - close. FREE ENTRY. ? Union Bar and Grill - 42 Strand Rd, Left corner of the Myanmar Red Cross Building, Botahtaung Tsp | P From 10:00 PM
Knock it Down | Nightlife Nightlife at Dj Bar can give you the best night. Dress Code: BLACK & WHITE. RSVP 09 504 9888. ? DJ Bar - U Htun Nyein St, Bahan Tsp | P From 10:00 PM
8TH - 9TH JULY Love & Bliss at Sedona Grand Ballroom | Business You are invited to 'Love & Bliss' at Sedona Grand Ballroom. Guests will enjoy discounts, free gifts, and more! ? Sedona Hotel Yangon - 1, Kaba Aye Pagoda Rd, Yankin Tsp | P 10:00 PM - 6:00 PM
SUNDAY 9TH JULY Paint and Sip for Charity | Arts & Stage Enjoy a nice Sunday evening with friends at Myanmar’s very first Paint & Sip fundraising event with painting for the kids, kids-at-heart, and closet creatives; wine for the weekend warriors; and a good cause for everyone! Myanmar- and English-speakers welcome, because art and food are universal languages. Fee: 25,000 ks. Register here to reserve your spot: http://bit.ly/paintnsipmm ? Pansodan Scene Gallery - 144, 2nd Floor, Pansodan St, Kyauktada Tsp | P 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Boutique Brunch | Dining Enjoy the à la carte brunch at the Savoy Hotel apart from the delicious food selection, PROSECCO, House white and red wine, draft beer, fresh juices and coffee and tea without limitations. USD 36.- net per person with free flow beverages. RSVP ? Savoy Hotel Yangon - 129, Dhammazedi Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
10TH - 12TH JULY Pan Pacific Yangon Career Fair 2017 | Business Pan Pacific Yangon is organising a career fair and candidates are invited to walk in discussion on the respective dates. Free Admission. ? Junction City - Corner of Bogyoke Rd and Shwedagon Pagoda Rd, Pabedan Tsp | P 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
What’s On TUESDAY 11TH JULY Disco Jazz with Daniel Chia | Nightlife Daniel Chia is on a worldwide tour to promote his album “ in the moment" and will perform at Le Planteur. Shan Tapas | Bistro | Fine dining available. Do not forget to reserve your lounge at info@leplanteur.net or call us at 01514230. ? Le Planteur Restaurant & Bar - 80, University Avenue, Bahan Tsp | P 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Taco Tuesdays at Union Bar and Grill | Dining They heard you were missing the great Mexican food from their sister restaurant, TinTin so they decided that they would bring Mexican back to downtown Yangon. With night long specials on Tacos, Margaritas, Tequila, Micheladas & more, you don’t want to miss out. vegetarian/vegan options available. RSVP 01 392 263. ? Union Bar and Grill - 42 the Strand Rd, Left side of the Myanmar Red Cross Building, Botahtaung Tsp | P From 5:00 PM
WEDNESDAY 12TH JULY Wednesday Special Dish | Dining The Strand Cafe proposes a special dish: like every 2nd Wednesday of each month it is “Paella” (July 12th)! For more information and reservations, please contact fbmanager@hotelthestrand.com or by phone at (+95) 1 243 377. ? The Strand Hotel - 92 Strand Rd, Botahtaung Tsp | 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM, P 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
BEER & JAZZ | Nightlife The Bamboo Trio with Aaron Gallegos on the guitar, Pan Thang on the double bass and Soe Soe on the drums to get you the best of jazz in Yangon. No entrance fee. ? Mahlzeit - 84 Pann Hlaing St, Sanchaung Tsp | P 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
THURSDAY 13TH JULY Joint Chambers Business Networking Evening | Business "APAC International Chambers of Commerce Awards is an excellent opportunity for chambers of commerce in Asia Pacific to be recognized for excellence, innovation, and as a thought leader among regional chamber peers. Meet the business leaders from the various business communities as well as VIP guests attending from UMFCCI. U Zaw Min Win-President of UMFCCI will be in attendance to give the keynote speech. RSVP 01371992. ? Rose Garden Hotel - 171, Upper Pansodan Rd, Mingalar Taung Nyunt Tsp | P 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Daniel Chia - Smooth Jazz Saxophonist Live at Union | Nightlife Singaporean Jazz Saxophonist & his band in the last night of their tour of Yangon as part of Union Bar & Grills "Monsoon Music Month". FREE ENTRY. RSVP 09 250 355 064. ? Union Bar and Grill - 42 Strand Rd, Left corner of the Myanmar Red Cross Building, Botahtaung Tsp | P From 7:30 PM
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Doing a Good Deed on Waso Full Moon day BY PHYO THU KYAW The Waso Robe Offering Ceremony marks the beginning of the three Buddhist Lent months of Waso (June/July/August). This ceremony celebrates the Buddha’s First sermon, delivered forty-nine days after he attained nirvana. Traditionally, people have to offer robes to monks to wear during this period, a time when monks are not allowed to travel. No weddings, feasts, or festivals are celebrated during the Buddhist Lent, and people try to follow the Five Precepts more conscientiously. If you are planning to do the good deed but do not know where to start, here is your guide.
WHERE TO BUY MONK’S ROBES & UTENSILS THAMADA ROBE STORE "Thamada Monk's Robe Centre" original shop was established in 1983 by U Than Naing and Daw Kyi Swe. They sell only one kind of original robe preikhayar as main goods. All sorts of Buddha Statues and Palins, which is similar to a throne, are available. Shop (1): No. 118, Yetarshe old Road, Bahan Township, Yangon. Shop (2): No. 23/B, Yetarshe old Road, Bahan Township, Yangon. Shop (3): No.156, West Shwe Gone Daing Road, Bahan Township, Yangon. | Ph: 01 543 282
SIN PYAN ROBE STORE Sin Pyan Robe Store is located near Shwe Dagon Pagoda. They sell different types of robe and Preikhayar which is 8 basic necessities that monks and nuns are allowed to have as personal property. No. 46, Oak Road, Bahan Township, Yangon. | Ph : 01 371789, 01 552959, 09 5024596, 09 250044442, 09 5184492, 09 5016254
A LO DAW YA ROBE STORE A Lo Daw Ya Robe Store sells not only the robe and preikhayar but also Buddha Statues and Palins. Shop (1): No. 186, Baho Road, Sanchaung Township, Yangon. | Ph : 01 523046 Shop (2): No. 105, Kyauk Myaung Road, Tamwe Township, Yangon. | Ph : 01 430440 Shop (3): No. 69, Min Street, Sanchaung Township, Yangon. | Ph : 01 512652
KYAR NGAR KHAING ROBE STORE This store was established long time ago and it is still ongoing. Unlike other stores, it sells only robes with reasonable prices. Shop (1): No. 59, Upper KyiMyinDaing Road, Kyi Myin Daing Township, Yangon. | Ph: 01 524182 Shop (2): No. 83, Upper KyiMyinDaing Road, Kyi Myin Daing Township, Yangon. | Ph: 01 535162
MAHAR LUMBINI ROBE STORE Mahar Lumbini is one of the shops which sell the eight requisites of monk all over Myanmar. The prices are different,according to the type of quality. No. 507/E, Pyae Road, Kamayut Township, Yangon. | Ph: 01 525 269
After you buy the robes from these stores, you can donate at the nearest monastery to your house or workplace. You can donate along with alms or meals. Moreover, if you see the monks along the street in the morning, you can donate to them as well. According to the tradition, the locals usually invite their respected monks to visit their home for robes, alms, and meals offerings.
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The Sushi Bar: Superior Quality Sushi in Deluxe Shopping Mall BY SOFIA RAINERI The Sushi Bar has a lovely Japanese inspired décor, and the staff’s friendly greeting offers a cosy break from the fluorescent lights of Sule Square Shopping centre. The menu has the typical Japanese restaurant staples: sushi, makimono, sashimi, noodles and rice dishes, soups and hot dishes, as well as a wide selection of appetisers. What distinguished Sushi Bar from other Japanese restaurants is the choice of superior quality cuts of fish imported from Japan, and although the price may seem a little high, the fish is excellent. The best way to savour their fish is to get some sashimi. We tried a variety of sashimi from the seasonal menu which offers the finest cuts, and also some from the regular menu. The selection includes Sake belly sashimi (salmon belly sashimi, 9,500MMK) which was the best salmon I have had in Yangon, Shima Aji (yellowjack fish 16,000MMK), Madai (Red Snapper 15,000MMK) the Akami, the lean cut of the blue fin tuna (12,000MMK) which had an incredible mouthfeel, and the delectable Otoro (29,000MMK), the fattiest and the most treasured part of the blue fin tuna, which had a delightful umami flavour, and fell apart in your mouth. The makimono is worth trying, the Ebi Salmon Aburi Maki (13,000MMK for 8 pieces), is rolled sushi stuffed with shrimp tempura, cucumber, avocado and with slightly seared salmon on top. All the ingredients complemented one another and each bite was well balanced in flavour, the shrimp tempura maintained its crunchiness. Sushi Bar offers various makimono, ranging from simple Salmon Maki (4,800MMK) to more elaborate Soft-Shell Crab Salmon Aburi Maki (15,000MMK). The Sushi Bar is the place to enjoy the fine dishes in a relaxed atmosphere, I highly recommend it as a place to enjoy some serious sushi and sashimi. Address: Sule Square Shopping Mall, Sule Rd, Yangon Phone: 09 979 414065 Opening Hours: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
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[Sunday Brunch] Sunday Roast at 50th Street BY MYANMORE Juicing up your Sunday with British style Sunday Roast at 50th Street Cafe Restaurant and Bar from 12p.m. – 3 p.m. every Sunday. MYANMORE team was welcomed with watermelon margarita, which includes tequila, lime sugar, lemongrass, tabasco, and salt and ginger zin, a non-alcoholic drink composed of pineapple, orange, juice, and ginger. The welcome drinks surely kick off our taste buds. Priced at 35,000 ks++, the brunch includes 5 appetizers to share, 2 live roast stations with side dishes and a dessert station, a free-flow of beer, red wine, white wine, soft drinks, and selections of cocktails such as Bloody Mary, Mojito, Whisky Sour, Americano,Watermelon Margarita and Pimm’s Cup Starting the meal with the appetizers, there are Laphet Artichoke Dip which is a creamy gorgonzola fondue with crispy roti, Falafel Wrap,roasted redpepper hummus, fresh veggies, falafel, chimichurri & halal cart white sauce, Home made Meatball in spicy arrabiata tomato sauce, parmesan and grilled bread, Crispy squid with garlic caper aioli, and Chicken liver and pork pâté with toasted baguette, charred peanuts and pickled watermelon- coriander relish. Our favorite is the meatball. It was soft and well blended with the sauce. The sauce itself was not too spicy and came with a distinctive taste. For the roasted station, two choices of roasted beef with harissa marinade and Porchetta with mustard, herbs: thyme, rosemary, oregano are offered, along with roasted potatoes, mac & cheese, and roasted potatoes. The meats will likely be changed week by week. Along with the good food, there’s also live acoustic music and board games available. 3 choices of the desserts were presented; Brownies with orange caramel sauce, Fruit Tart (pineapple, papaya, berries) and Churros with chocolate ganache. Overall, if you are a meat lover, Sunday Roast at 50th Street is definitely your choice for a laid back Sunday late morning to afternoon with family and friends.
Address: 9-13, 50th Street, Botatung Township,, Yangon, Myanmar (Burma) Phone: +95 1 397 060 Opening Hours: 9:30 AM – 11:00 PM
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Now showing in Yangon cinemas from 7th - 13th July 2017. DESPICABLE ME 3 Despicable Me 3 is a 2017 American 3D computer-animated comedy film produced by Illumination Entertainment and released by Universal Pictures. It is the third installment in the Despicable Me film series. Junction City, Junction Maw Tin, Junction Square
TRANSFORMERS Transformers: The Last Knight is a 2017 American science fiction action film. It is the fifth installment of the live-action Transformers film series. Junction City, Junction Square, Mingalar Sanpya Cineplex, Mingalar Cineplex (Gamone Pwint), Mingalar Cinema 2(Dagon Centre (II), Nay Pyi Daw, Shae Saung Cinema
THE MUMMY The Mummy is a 2017 American action-adventure film with actor Tom Cruise. It is a reboot of The Mummy franchise and the first installment in the Dark Universe film series. Nay Pyi Daw
TUBE LIGHT Tube light is an upcoming Indian war drama film written and directed by Kabir Khan. The film is produced by Salman Khan and Kabir Khan. Set in the 1962 Sino-Indian War. Nay Pyi Daw
ORIGINAL GANGSTER 2 Original Gangster 2 is a Burmese action Movie. It is the second installment of the live action Original Gangster film series. It is directed by JOE with the stars : Myint Myat, Yone Lay, Zin Win, Khin Hlaing, Yu Thandar Tin and Pan Ei. Junction City, Junction Maw Tin, Junction Square, Mingalar Sanpya Cineplex, Mingalar Cineplex (Gamone Pwint), Shae Saung Cinema, Mingalar
KAT PI YA Kat Pi Ya is Burmese Comedy Movie directed by Pyay T Oo, Kaung Pyae and Phway Phway. Junction City, Junction Square, Thamada Cinema, Thwin, Mingalar Sanpya Cineplex, Mingalar Cineplex (Gamone Pwint)
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