MYANMORE : Weekly Guide to Yangon - 14th February 2020

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14 - 20 FEB 2020

VALENTINE’S DINNERS

CUPCAKE TO YOUR VALENTINE SONIC THE

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Weekly Guide

14th - 20th Feb Valentine Buffet Celebrate this special day with your beloved. Inclusive one glass of house wine or one draught beer and mystery table gifts. Price: 38,000Ks nett (15% discount for early bird promotions and 25% discount for wedding couple who made their wedding with Summit). ? Summit Parkview Hotel - 350 Ahlone Road, Yangon | P 6:30 pm - 10 pm

14th - 16th Feb Valentine’s Carnival at The Central Boulevard Bring your love-bird to The Central Boulevard to celebrate your Valentine’s Day on February 14 from 10:00am to 10:00pm. Capture your memories by taking part in Fan Meet and Greet with Oak Soe Khant, Get Personalized Caricature, and Evening Live Music Band Performance.

A must-visit place during a month that represents love. Participate with your partner in F45 Bootcamp at 7am in the morning by registration, Cupid Balloon Shooting, and Evening Live Music Band Performance on February 15, from 10:00am to 10:00pm.

Get ready to spice up your relationship. Bring your partner to The Central Boulevard to participate in Zumba Dance at 5pm in the evening, Cupid Balloon Shooting, and Evening Live Music Band Performances on February 16, from 10:00am to 9:00pm. ? The Central Boulevard - At the corner of Kabar Aye Pagoda Road and Kanbe Road, Yangon | P 9 am - 9 pm

Friday 14th | Valentine’s Day Happy Valentine’s Day At US$ 50/ Couple, enjoy a 4-Course set dinner, Free flow Beer and Wine, Gift, Game and Prize, Music, Chocolate and a Movie Date. ? Vintage Luxury Yacht Hotel - No.6, Botahtaung Jetty,

Near Botahtaung Pagoda, Yangon | P 6 pm - 10 pm

Love & Champagne Your heart is going to beat wildly for Valentine’s day. Discover Le Planteur’s Valentine dinner by the lake, in their romantic garden.

Their dinner includes: Welcome champagne cocktail on arrival, Five courses romantic dinner, Floral photo booth, Small gift - all for US$120 per person. ? Le Planteur Restaurant & Bar - 80 University Avenue Road, Yangon | P 6 pm - 11:30 pm

Lovers’ Night Love is in the air, and the smell of amazing foods is too. Happy Valentine’s day. It is always amazing to see two people in love in a world of their own within the space of Shwe Sa Bwe. To celebrate love and Valentine’s Day, they’ve prepared a special romantic dinner menu with dishes that are perfect for a romantic date night out. Come on February 14th with your significant other to try their Valentine’s tasting menu with class and comfort. ? Shwe Sa Bwe - 20 Malikha Street, Yangon | P 6 pm - 10:30 pm

Valentine’s Dinner AT SEEDS Restaurant & Lounge 2020 Let’s celebrate 2020 Valentine’s day at SEEDS Restaurant & Lounge.

With 6-Course Tapas Menu based on aphrodisiac ingredients, a Welcome cocktail “Love Struck” and Live music band with love songs. ? SEEDS Restaurant & Lounge - Ward 10, 63a U Htun Nyein St, Yangon | P 6 pm – 11 pm

Valentine’s Seafood Buffet Dinner The Market restaurant offers a variety of fresh seafood including unlimited Lobster, King Crab, Oyster, Salmon and a wide range of other delicacies - together with free-flow of soft drinks, beer, white & red wine, sparkling wine. All this for only US$38 per person.

Make your Valentine’s Day the best it can be with Meliá Yangon. ? Meliá Yangon - 192, Kabar Aye Pagoda Rd, Yangon | P 6 pm - 10 pm

Valentine’s Day @ L’Opera It’s going to be romantic, sweet, enchanting, and fun. As usual, to be enjoyed in a beautiful garden, under the stars, accompanied by a classical guitarist and a violinist. The price is US$125 net/couple, or, US$140 net/couple with a bottle of Italian wine (Red or White).

They will provide a 10% discount to those who come by L’Opera, books, and pre-pays by February 12th. They also provide 15 minute gondola rides from 5.30pm to 9.45pm free of charge (gondola ride can be booked while pre-paying, within February 12th). ? L’Opera Italian Restaurant & Bar - Yangon - 62 D U Htun Nyein Street,

Yangon | P 6:30 pm - 10 pm A Red Valentine’s at The Pansodan The Pansodan proudly presents the most romantic night of the year: A Red Valentine’s Dinner with live music by power ballad singer Ninzi May (Myanmar Idol). Their Valentine’s dinner features a special prix fixe menu with a preview of their Red Room Lounge. ? The Pansodan Burmese Brasserie - 106 Pansodan Street, Yangon | P 7 pm - 10 pm

Romantic Candle Light Dinner Savor their special romantic dinner set with your loved one to celebrate Valentine’s Day with great live music and amazing ambience.

Lucky draws and souvenirs are also available. ? White Cottage Restaurant & Bar - No.6 Kanbawza Street, Yangon | P 7 pm - 11 pm

Saturday 15th Book Release - Yangon Fashion 1979 & Irene - a Burmese Icon The Myanmar Photo Archive is pleased to announce the release of two new publications centered on Fashion and Style in 1970s Myanmar. YANGON FASHION 1979 & IRENE - A Burmese Icon will be revealed at 4pm. Come and join for a drink with style. ? Myanmar Deitta - 130 Bogalay Zay St, Yangon | P 4 pm - 6 pm

Ship Happens Ship Happens is a celebration of all things fun and sexy. Su_Su, PAST12, Y3llO, LEONIUM and Fakecake will be bringing their best and finest selection of music out to the river. Join them for dancing on Yagon’s best Boat Party to date. DJs will play swelling beats from Techno to House to Bass. ? Botahtaung Jetty - No.6, Botahtaung Jetty, Near Botahtaung, Pagoda,

Yangon | P 5 pm - 9 pm

15th - 19th Feb Silent Steps – Than Kyaw Htay Solo Exhibition An opening party on Saturday 15th to engage with the deeper meaning behind the strong aesthetic appeal of the artworks. One of Myanmar’s most well known painters, Than Kyaw Htay is also a talented film maker, and we will be screening his award-winning short film at 5.30 on the evening of the exhibition. You can have a preview of the works through our e- catalogue. Hope to see you on Saturday, but if you miss the opening, the show runs through February 19th. ? River Gallery - 37th Street, Yangon | P 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Sunday 16th Sunday Brunch Indulge yourself in best selections of French oysters, king crab, Live Crab Station, Seafood Paella, Parma Ham, Iberico Ham, Foie gras, Middle Eastern BBQ and up to 20 different Cheeses form UK, France, Italy & Spain. Enjoy the best brunch in town at US$ 55 net per person, including our well-known highlights and a free-flow of Sangria, Mojito, sparkling wine, white and red wine, beer and soft drinks. ? Melia Yangon - 192, Kabar Aye Pagoda Rd, Yangon | P 11:30 am - 3 pm

Monday 17th Tourism and Business Networking Event Myanmar Tourism Marketing is hosting “Tourism and Business Networking Event” on 17th February at the Secretariat office Yangon.

They are pleased to invite you and your colleagues to this event.

The event will provide an opportunity to meet and connect with business leaders from tourism and various sectors. ? The Secretariat - 300 Thein Phyu Road, Yangon | P 5 pm - 8 pm

Tuesday 18th Tuesday Salsa Night Spice up your Tuesday nights with some salsa at Garbo bar on 10 & 17 December 2019. Plus, enjoy Happy Hour “Buy 1, get 1 FREE” on selected beverages. This is a night you won’t want to miss. ? Meliá Yangon - 192, Kabar Aye Pagoda Rd, Yangon | P 6 pm - 8 pm

Wednesday 19th Middle Eastern Night Buffet Dinner Reserve your table to use their special promotion of Buy 1, Get 1 Free to explore the authentic taste of Middle Eastern countries. Enjoy your favourite Mediterranean dishes such as Arabic Ouzi (Lamb with rice), Shawarma, Hummus, Falafel and many more. The buffet includes free flow of soft drinks, beer, white and red wine, all at US$ 39 net for 2 people. Also enjoy a complimentary shisha during their Middle Eastern buffet night. They have limited availability and shisha service will be provided on a “first come, first served” basis. ? Meliá Yangon - 192, Kabar Aye Pagoda Rd, Yangon | P 9 am - 2 pm

Thursday 20th Wine & Cheese Soiree Event Rose Garden Hotel Yangon will hold its next monthly Third Thursday Wine and Cheese Soiree on the 20th of February 2020 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Veranda Bar. What else could be better than to enjoy our monthly event. Loosen up with their renowned Yangon’s best wine and cheese night, the perfect after-work hangout with your friends and colleagues. In addition, a delectable range of over 30 international cheeses, finest cold cuts, plus their famous homemade breads and much more. Live music and amazing wine provide all the ingredients for a memorable night. Be entertained with their live band which will help you boost your mood. In addition, get a chance to win their lucky draw. Early Bird Rate Tickets are only available at the Hotel Reception for US$ 26 net per person until February 17, 2020. Door tickets will be available at US$ 29 net per person. ? Rose Garden Hotel - Yangon - No. 171 Upper Pansodan Rd, Tsp, Yangon | P 6 pm - 9 pm

Drink & Draw: Myanmar (Paper Mache Animals) This month they will be painting Myanmar Paper Mache Animals, a toy/ decoration to add some colour to your home. So come and join in on a relaxing evening with food, wine and painting.Once you have filled out the link, you will have to pay the *new* fee of 25,000 mmk per person (this price includes a drink, two-course meal, the art supplies and the 5,000 mmk donation to Karen D. O) at Pansuriya Restaurant within 5 days of your booking. Once you have paid at Pansuriya restaurant, your booking will be CONFIRMED. ? Pansuriya - No. 102, Bogalay Zay Street, Botahtaung Tsp, Yangon | P 7 pm - 11 pm

Promotion of the Week Drink of the month Experience romance as you delight in the refreshing sensation of our Valentine’s drinks at the Lobby Lounge: Strawberry & Pineapple Mocktail, Blushing Fizz, Frozen Love and Valentine’s Frappe!

Available all throughout the month of February.

Cake of the Month An indulgent Strawberry Mousse Cake spells love anyway you look at it – the luscious and fresh strawberries symbolize romance, passion and decadence that lovers treasure this Valentine’s season.

Exclusively available in February at The Deli. Call us now at +95 1 860 5377 for orders.

Theme buffet @ D’Cuisine Are you looking for a special buffet dinner for your beloved friends and family? Delight your senses with our wonderful international foods and make a perfect dinner date at D’Cuisine Restaurant. Call us now at +95 1 860 5377 for more detailed inquiry and reservation to enjoy your favorite buffet. ? Sedona Hotel - No.1, Yangon Industrial Rd, Yankin Tsp, Yangon |

Enjoy Special Valentine’s Menu at The Heaven Bistro The Heaven Bistro is extremely excited to announce the launch of their Special Menu which contains some delicious new dishes!

They’ve worked hard to create a Special Menu that includes starter, main course & dessert for Valentine’s Period. How about trying “Heaven Valentine Menu?” It’s nearly impossible to pick a favourite among the Valentine’s Menu, but let’s just say the Steak Salmon is a front runner. There will be a free glass of fine wine for those who enjoy this Valentine Menu. Point being, if you thought you knew The Heaven Bistro, prepare to have your expectations and mind blown away. The new menu is here and we can’t wait for you to try it! ? The Heaven Bistro - No.4, G/F, Room (I,J) Wingabar Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 11 am - 10 pm

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Cupcake to Your Valentine Hsu Myat Lin Naing All you need is love. But a little chocolate now and it doesn’t hurt. - Charles M. Schulz. Valentine’s Day and chocolate are not to be separated so choose the most beautiful romantic gifts and show your love to the one you adore. Here is the list of bakeries from which you can find beautiful and delicious delicacies for your special one as part of Valentine’s Day deal.

Angel Phoo’s Bakery This beautiful place was opened in 2015, offering beautiful and creative baked goods such as rainbow bagels, unicorn cakes and many more. With its unrepeated creations, Angel Phoo’s Bakery is famous for the owner’s minimalist presentation of the products and now, it introduces 3 special collections for Valentine’s Day: Emoji Cake made with chocolate texture and strawberry layers (35,000ks) , Box of Love filled with 8 macarons and cake pops in love theme (21,000ks) and Me to You cookie box with 5 beautiful giant cookies (14,000ks). The bakery doesn’t provide delivery service so grab your present and enjoy your time at the cafe.

No.39, Khatter Street, Sanchaung Tsp, Yangon Tel: 09 253 022 066 Facebook: angelphoosbakery15

The Dessert Bar A collaboration of a bakery and a florist – The Dessert Bar and Yellow’s Creation worked together for Valentine’s Day with a collaboration of a flower bouquet and The Dessert Bar’s specialty, Make Me Cheesy which is a fancy cheesecake put in a cup. 5 flavours of Make Me Cheesy will be included: chocolate, cheese, strawberry, avocado and unicorn with a box of original brownie and the price will be 30,000ks.

Tel: 09 772 520 564 Facebook: The-Dessert-Bar

Cake Gallery Bakery and Cafe Cake Gallery is a small family owned bakery, delivering the sweetest treats and cakes to the customers. With its small and cozy cafe decorated in pink pastel color, you can get a variety of delicious cakes and coffee and for Valentine’s Day, Cake Gallery offers a special package of which you can choose among 1 mini cake or 5 cupcakes with a flower bouquet and chocolates at 25,000ks. You can either grab it at the cafe or have it delivered to your doorstep.

No. 30, 4th Floor, 136 Street, Tamwe Tsp, Yangon Tel: 09 798 445 080 Facebook: Cake-gallery

Cravery x Pink Petals Cravery x Pink Petals presents their Valentine’s Day special package with creative boxes which include Dark Chocolate Molten Lava cake, Valentines Special Edition Mini brownie, Strawberry or Brown Sugar Boba Mattress with Valentines Exclusive Edible Mini Marshmallow Bouquet on the side at the price of 30,000ks. All of the goods in this collaboration are handmade with limited quantity and time so don’t miss your chance!

Tel: 09 254 027 435 Facebook: Cravery

Bunny Bites Home Bakery Bunny Bites is one of the most famous online bakery shops, specializing in customized cakes and cupcakes for all occasions. It is known for creating beautiful presentations of cupcakes at reasonable prices. For Valentine’s Day, Bunny Bites has created 2 special sets: Giant Strawberries Chocolate Box with roses on the side (12,000ks) and Giant Strawberries Chocolate & Bouquet Set (22,000ks). Just choose your favourite one and deliver it to your loved one.

Tel: 09 431 10377 Facebook: bunnybites

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IN CINEMA

Now showing in Yangon cinemas from 13th to 19th February 2020

Sonic The Hedgehog After discovering a small, blue, fast hedgehog, a small-town police oďŹƒcer must help it defeat an evil genius who wants to do experiments on it.

Mingalar Cineplex (Nay Pyi Taw, Gamone Pwint, Red Suite, Sanpya, Tarmwe, Gold Class, South Dagon)

Birds of Prey After splitting with the Joker, Harley Quinn joins superheroes Black Canary, Huntress and Renee Montoya to save a young girl from

an evil crime lord.

A Chit Phint Lwan Say Burmese Romance movie is directed by Nay Than Maung, Stars:Daung, Paing Phyo Thu, Eain Gal La Mhone, etc..

Golden Princess Burmese movie is directed by Mee Pyor, Stars:Pyay T Oo, Kyaw Kyaw Bo, Kaung Pyae, Zin Wine, Cho Pyone, May Thin Zar Oo, Soe Pyae Tha Zin, etc..

Mingalar Cinemas Gold Class | 09 266660911, 22, 33 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 Mingalar Sein Gay Har | 09 402177771— 73 Mingalar North Okkalapa | 09 402027001 Mingalar Tamwe | 09 402199991, 2, 3 Mingalar South Dagon | 09255333881, 2, 3 Nay Pyi Taw | 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 Mingalar | 01 243057 Mega Ace Cineplex (Tamwe)| 01 554383 Mega Ace Cineplex (Thar Kay Ta) | 01 556782 Mega Ace Cineplex (North Okkalapa) | 09 971750101 Mega Ace Cineplex (Dawbon) | 09 400686992 Mega Ace Cineplex (Hlaing Thar Yar) | 09 403162160 Mega Ace Cineplex (Royal Class) | 01 860 1020

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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