MYANMORE : Weekly Guide to Yangon - 20th December 2019

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Friday 20th

The Pansodan Bar Takeover By Chester Smith Kick off the holiday season with a bar Takeover by one of Myanmar’s most-talented bartenders. Chester Smith is a mixologist/ bartender who has a wealth of knowledge and experience from working 7 plus years in the industry all over the Middle East and Asia. Qbra Lounge, RUYA, Hotel Cartagena, and Spirit House have been significant in his journey. Chester is now based in Myanmar as a Campari regional Brand-ambassador. He will be bartending at The Pansodan on December 20th from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM. For email reservations, please contact reservations@thepansodan.com or call 09699658507. ? The Pansodan Burmese Brasserie - No.106, Pansodan Rd, Kyauktada Tsp | P 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

20th to 22nd

Myanmar International Fashion Week The biggest fashion show in Myanmar, organized by John Lwin, the founder of Star Event Production and Stars & Models International will take place from the 20th to 22nd of December at the Central Boulevard. ? The Central - Corner of Kabar Aye Pagoda Rd & Kan Bae Rd, Yankin

Tsp | P 6 pm - 9 pm

Saturday 21st

Saigenji from JP in YangonYangon Saigenji is in Yangon for the first time. From Japan, Saigenji will bring you passionate jazz, soul and Brazilian tunes. You don’t need to go all the way to the Fuji Rock Festival this time - see him right here in YangonYangon. ? YangonYangon - No.339, Bo Gyoke Aung San Rd, Kyauktada Tsp | P From 7 pm

Back to the 90s Let’s be nostalgic together and reminisce the 90’s. With 5,000 kyats entrance, and prize for best dressed 90’s outfit, relax to 90’s slow jams downstairs or party hard to the best pop, grunge, rock, and hip hop of the 90’s upstairs. ? Knob N’ Knockers Bar & Grill - Kabaaye Pagoda Road, Pearl Condo Tower D, Unit G-12, Bahan Tsp | P From 10 pm

21st & 22nd

Frosty Christmas Christmas Party Shopping Bazaar at People’s park with clothing, accessories, Chrtismas themed snacks and decors. ? People’s Square and Park - Pyay Rd, Sanchaung Tsp | P 4 pm - 10 pm

Tuesday 24th

Drag Queen Show - Christmas Edition Tuesgay at O’thentic is getting Festive with a Christmas Edition of Drag Queen Show. One Wig Wonda will be returning Christmas Eve with her good tidings and joy to you all. So come along and get Jolly on Tuesday 24th December. This show is not to be missed, so book your table today. ? Ô’Thentic Crêperie & Wine Bar - No.45, Yaw Min Gyi St, Dagon Tsp

| P 7 pm - 10 pm

24th to 31st

Crazy Land Xmas & New Year Carnival 2019 If you don’t go for a trip at Xmas and New year, just come to the Crazy Land Carnival. You can enjoy Zumba Dance, Human Claw Machine, Carnival games, Foods, Drinks and Shopping. ? Kandawgyi Nature Park - Mingalar Taung Nyunt Tsp | P 10 am - 10

pm

25th to 29th Our Culture, Our Tradition Two artists from Yangon Painting and Sculpture will show their Oil paintings in the name of “Our Tradition and Culture” at 43 Art Gallery. ? 43 Art Gallery - No.101, 43 St, Botahtaung Tsp | P 9 am - 5 pm

Thursday 26th

Atlas Disco Night | Boxing Day edition Get your dancing shoes ready because you gonna explore the feeling of dancing under the disco lights on Yangon’s 360’ view Rooftop Bar. Join Disco Night and immerse yourself in 80’s music. ? Atlas Rooftop Bar & Lounge - No.84, Pan Hlaing Rd, Sanchaung Tsp | P 7 pm - 10:30 pm

Christmas Dinners 23th December

Christmas Choir Singing The New Children Choir will make the Christmas holidays brighter with their sweet and charming voice by singing the Christmas Carols at the canopy area at The Central Boulevard. Come celebrate Decemberand welcome January with the sweet and heartwarming voice of the children. Free entry for everyone. ? The Central Boulevard Canopy Area - At the corner of Kabar Aye Pa-

goda Rd and Kanbe Rd, Yankin Tsp | P 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm

24th December

Christmas Eve Dinner at Mercure Yangon Kaba Aye Celebrate the tradition with a lavish spread of delightful International feast including a wide variety of buffet of appetizers,salads, soups, highlight Seafood of Mussels,Oysters, Clams, lobster, crabs, Christmas desserts, fresh fruit and Chef in action with roasted Turkey, whole Lamb Ouzi, Pork Rib and so on for Christmas Eve at MiCasa Restaurant with live entertainment, Christmas Carol, Santa on tour, Children’s Corner and lucky draws. Tickets for Adult at US$ 40 (Draught Beer/Wines), US$ 35 (Soft drinks) and only 18$ for Kids and get one Free tickets with every purchase of 10. ? Mercure Yangon Kaba Aye - No.17, Kaba Aye Pagoda Rd, Yankin Tsp

| P 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm

Christmas Eve Set Dinner at Rose Garden Hotel Gather your loved ones to celebrate Christmas Eve at Rose Garden Hotel Yangon on the 24th of December with mouthwatering and exquisite dinner prepared by a unique team of exceptionally talented and passionate culinary chefs. Indulge yourself to a 5 Course Set Dinner including a glass of Red or White wine while listening to our splendid tune of jazz music for only $49 net per person. For reservations, please call 01-371992. ? Rose Garden Hotel - Yangon - No.171, Upper Pansodan St, Near

Kandawgyi Lake, Mingalar Taung Nyunt Tsp | P 6:30 pm - 10 pm

Christmas Eve at The Strand Restaurant At the Strand Restaurant, Chef de Cuisine Xavier Fauvel has curated a six-course Christmas Eve dinner menu that includes a welcome glass of Veuve Clicquot Champagne priced at US$ 98 per person, plus tax and service. Also available on Christmas Eve at The Strand Cafe is a four-course menu including a welcome glass of Veuve Clicquot Champagne. Contact 018 243 377 for reservations. ? The Strand Restaurant - The Strand Hotel, No.92, Strand Rd, Kyauk-

tada Tsp | P 6 pm - 11 pm

24th & 25th

Santa Claus Meet and Greet Santa Clause is coming to town!! Merry Christmas!

On this holly month of Christmas, we will celebrate happy holidays with the Santa Claus.Everyone is invited to come to meet the jolly Santa and tell him your wishes at The Central Boulevard. ? The Central Boulevard Canopy Area - At the corner of Kabar Aye Pa-

goda Rd and Kanbe Rd, Yankin Tsp | P 6 pm - 10 pm

Elegant Christmas at Le Cellier Celebrate Christmas Eve and Christmas Day with your loved ones at Le Cellier restaurant, located on the 14th floor of Novotel Yangon Max. On this special occasion, unwind and make unforgettable memories while indulging 5 course menu with a glass of wine or bubbly to choose from for US$ 69 net per person. Available for Lunch or Dinner on Dec 24th and Dec 25th . For reservation call at 09 444088882. ? Le Cellier - 14th Floor of Novotel Yangon Max, Kamayut Tsp | P 12 pm - 2:30 pm | 6 pm - 10:30 pm

Festive Celebrations at The Market Dine, cheer and celebrate with family and friends this magical festive season. The Market restaurant will put in place a wide range of festive season meals during this special holiday. Book your table by calling 01 934 5000. ? Meliá Yangon - No.192, Kaba Aye Pagoda Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 6 pm - 10 pm

Shwe Sa Bwe Christmas Night Celebrate Christmas at Shwe Sa Bwe with family or friends? They have prepared a special lunch and a 5-course dinner menu for Christmas day. The special menu is available for dinner on December 24th and for both lunch and dinner on the 25th. You can contact 09 42100 5085 for reservations. ? Shwe Sa Bwe - No.20, Malikha Rd, Mayangone Tsp | P 6 pm - 10 pm

Christmas Buffet Dinner at The Glass Christmas is around the corner. The Glass Yangon will be hosting Christmas Buffet Dinner on December 24 and 25. They will provide FREE flow of Beer and Wine, 90s live band for all their 90s kids.

There will be other fun activities and lucky draw events. ? The Glass Yangon - No.18, Kyaik Waing Pagoda Rd, Mayangone Tsp| P 6 pm - 10 pm

Christmas at Le Planteur Discover a 5-course traditional Christmas menu at unique Le Planteur. This is the perfect occasion to share an intimate and warm-hearted moments with your family and friends in a unique place. More information and email reservation: info@leplanteur.net or by phone 01 514 230. ? Le Planteur Restaurant & Bar - No.80, University Avenue Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 6 pm - 11 pm

Christmas Feast at Chatrium Hotel Royal Lake Yangon Celebrate Christmas in style with your loved ones and indulge in Yangon’s most dazzling Christmas Dinner Buffet Feast at Emporia Restaurant. US$ 60.00 net per person including free-flow red/ white wine and draught beer. Enjoy your succulent & tender turkey at the Emporia Restaurant, or take it home for a joyful Christmas celebration to remember. ? Chatrium Hotel Royal Lake Yangon - No.40, Natmauk Road, Tamwe Tsp | P 6 pm - 10:30 pm

Christmas at The Pansodan The Pansodan Burmese Brasserie Christmas dinner set menu! Celebrate the holidays and experience Christmas Special Set Menu for change without notice. For more updated information, please check http://myanmore.

24th and 25th Dec, 2019 from 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm. For table rescom/yangon/events ervation please contact 09 699 658507.

DISCLAIMER : Information as of 10th December 2019. The events’ times and dates may

? The Pansodan Burmese Brasserie - No.106, Pansodan Rd, Kyauktada Tsp | P 6:30 pm - 11 pm

Bubbly Xmas JAZZ evening with Bamboo Trio It’s time to celebrate festive evening with belated friends and family. Gather around with your friends at Atlas and enjoy the special offer while Bamboo Trio is playing cool Jazz & christmas songs throughout the evening. ? Atlas Rooftop Bar & Lounge - No.84, Pan Hlaing Rd, Sanchaung Tsp

| P 8 pm - 10 pm

24th to 26th

Christmas Dinner at Seeds Restaurant Seeds restaurant made Christmas Dinner Menu starting with festive cocktail. Menu including cocktail will cost US$ 85 and they will serve this menu on the 24, 25 and 26 of the December evening. ? SEEDS Restaurant & Lounge - No.63/A, U Tun Nyein St, Ward 10, Mayangone Tsp | P 6 pm - 10 pm

25th & 26th

Indulgent Christmas Eve Dinner Join the festive celebration of Jolly Christmas at Eastern Orchid Restaurant with your friends and family. For this year Eastern Orchid at Best Western Chinatown offers a fantastic Christmas Special Menu to celebrate this festive eve. 3 courses menu paired with Red/White Italian Wine based on your preference. And you get 15%off if you book before 15th December so just call us at +951251086 and book a table now. ? Eastern Orchid at Best Western Chinatown - No.127-137, Anawrah-

ta Rd, Latha Tsp | P 11 am - 11 pm

A Very PA Christmas JJoin a traditional Christmas roast, or enjoy the regular PA menu, available all day on Christmas Day. Happy Hour 7-9pm with Buy one, Get One Free on select cocktails & Bawdar beer. Call 01 392 263 for reservation. ? Port Autonomy - No.42, Strand Rd, Kyauktada Tsp | P 11 am - 12 am

Promotion of the Week Burbrit X’mas Promotion Let’s enjoy Christmas day with Burbrit! Burbrit arranges Home Delivery Service for those who want to stay at home and celebrate Christmas with Beers, providing ‘next day delivery’ within Yangon as a special service if you purchase at a discount price of 1600 MMK per can for a whole December. Don’t wait and call 09774734774 to order. ? Burbrit Brewery - No.16/D, North Dagon Industrial Zone, 34 Quarter Extension | P All day

Enjoy your meal, Enjoy your time OThe Heaven Bistro is a unique place for those who would like to enjoy a variety of food & drink in a cozy atmosphere. The nightscape of the Heaven Bistro is filled with Special Promotions. One who has a taste Beer Tower, will be served delicious Bite Platter with FOC for each and every Myanmar Beer Tower. There will also be a 20% discount for all types of cocktails & mocktails. For those who prefer Food, there will be a 10% discount for all menu items. ? Heaven Bistro - NO.4, Ground Floor, Room (I,J), Wingabar Rd, Bahan Tsp | P11 am - 10 pm

Christmas Eve Celebrations Celebrate Christmas Eve at The Strand Café with a special fourcourse menu including a welcome glass of Veuve Clicquot Champagne priced at US$ 49 per person, plus tax and service. Meanwhile at the Strand Restaurant, enjoy a six-course Christmas Eve dinner menu that includes a welcome glass of Veuve Clicquot Champagne priced at US$ 98 per person, plus tax and service. For reservations or more information, contact 01 8 243377-92. ? Strand Restaurant - Strand Hotel, No.92, Strand Rd, Kyauktada Tsp | P 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm

Your christmas with the Strand On Christmas Day, a festive brunch will be served at The Strand Café. This brunch buffet includes dishes such as foie gras, housesmoked salmon, oyster, ceviche, salmon gravlax, salt-crusted barramundi, roasted turkey, roasted leg of lamb with thyme, roast Australian beef, assorted vegetables, and dessert favourites such as Christmas Yule log and fruit tart. The Strand Café’s Christmas Day brunch is priced at US$ 49 per person, plus tax and service, and includes a welcome glass of Veuve Clicquot Champagne. For reservations or more information, contact 01 8 243377. ? Strand Cafe - Strand Hotel, No.92, Strand Rd, Kyauktada Tsp | P 6:30 am - 10 pm

Eat, Drink & Be Merry at Babett Babett understands that Festive time is a period best shared with family and friends, so Babett’s Executive Chef Christophe Buzare has created a menu filled with joy and deliciousness. From 15th December to 10th January, enjoy a selection of Festive dishes and drinks such as Quail and Foie-Gras Tourte, French Oysters, Smoked Salmon Mille-Feuille, La Côte de Boeuf Charolaise, Violet Macarons and a very poetic Purple Rain Gin & Tonic...just to name a few. ? Babett - No.5, Alan Pya Pagoda Rd, Dagon Tsp | P 7 am - 12 am

Christmas Magic 2 Nights Stay Package For a truly memorable Christmas, book yourself a magical two-day break at Sedona Hotel Yangon. Our teams have designed sensational events to keep you and your loved ones entertained during the most wonderful time of the year. Rates start at MMK 153,450++ or US$99++ for stays at the Garden Wing or the exclusive Inya Wing including complimentary services such as Lights and Magical decorations of urban city resort, Christmas cake, free use of swimming pool and gym, early check-in and late check-out, buffet breakfast and Christmas dinner. Available from 24 to 26 December 2019. ? Sedona Hotel - No.1, Yangon Industrial Rd, Yankin Tsp | P 2 pm - 5 pm

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GUIDE

Food Delivery Services For Your Comfort Hus Myat Lin Naing Are you tired of dressing up and going out to restaurants for your favourite food? Put your feet up! You can use these following food delivery services to solve out your daily struggle now. The processes are simple -- just enter your address, choose a restaurant, select your favourite food and it will be delivered directly to your doorstep within a certain amount of time.

Yangon Door2Door

Having been founded in 2013, Yangon Door2Door introduced the very first food delivery service to residents in Yangon. Just as its name says, they will deliver your food directly to your doorstep by well trained carriers on bicycles with a high level of professionalism. You can just chill at home and wait for your order by tracking within your app.It is available both on IOS and Android devices. It is also active on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Youtube.

Email : info@yangond2d.com Contact Number : 09 966 600 600 Operation Hours : 7am - 10pm

Food2u

With its distinctive red colour, Food2u helps you arrange to pick up your orders from restaurants since 2015. It operates 24 hours a day with energetic and well trained carriers, delivering to 21 townships. The application is only available on Android devices. However, you can order food from their website and it is also active on Facebook.

Email : info@food2u.com Contact Number : 09771 001 011

Foodpanda

Since 2012, this Germany-based brand has been operating worldwide in 41 countries and it’s now available in Myanmar. Although it’s not as popular as the two mentioned above but it has already been recognized as one of the most successful food delivery services that operate worldwide. You can download the app both on IOS and Android devices and it functions just as the same as the others.

Freshgora Unlike those mentioned above, Freshgora provides delivery services for both food and groceries. This helps housewives who do not want to go out and buy groceries since you can get anything you want with just a click on your mobile. The application can be downloaded on both IOS and Android devices so if you need anything to add to your grocery list, just choose whatever you want and let them deliver to your home. www.freshgora.com Contact Number : 09-961 113 999, 09-961 115 999, 09-797 306 611 Operation Hours : 9am - 9pm

Hi-So Mall Delivery

Just as Freshgora, this one year old Hi-So Mall delivery service offers both food and groceries. They deliver to downtown and other 19 townships in Yangon 24/7. The app is available both on IOS and Android. Having done the proper training program, energetic carriers will make you satisfied by delivering your orders with fast and pleasing services.

Operation Hours : 9am - 6pm (Monday) 10:30am - 7:30pm (Tuesday to Sunday)

GrabFood

Last but not least - GrabFood is here in Myanmar! The press conference was held on 26th November 2019 and the Beta version of the app was launched. They now provide delivery service to 9 townships in Yangon and the application will be officially released in January 2020. Why not give it a try!

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The Myst Bar and Lounge: Cozy, cool and neonized An oasis of neon, concrete, metal, and glass recently debuted on New University Avenue last weekend. The Myst Bar and Lounge is a haven of cool music, comfortable seating, and amazing lighting in Yangon.

The Myst is cozy and cool. Its modern architecture and alluring neon lights lure you inside a red-lit corridor where a bookshelf trapdoor straight out of a Sherlock Holmes mystery leads you into a lofty lounge with broad cushioned couches, a large mahogany bar, and designer lighting.

Once inside, you’ll be enveloped by the smell of sweet Shisha vapors; they offer different flavors such as ‘Cola’, ‘Saffron Hype’, and ‘Watermelon Berries’. The cocktail menu is no less flowery and mysterious. Offering cocktails with names such as ‘New Girlfriend’, ‘Jin and Rose’, ‘One Night Stand’, ‘Bad Romance’ and ‘Pass the Rum’, patrons must exercise their imagination trying to figure out what these drinks contain, or ask the friendly staff if one is less prone to suspense.

The cocktail menu is pricey and ambitious, to be sure, and the results might miss the mark in terms of flavor and intensity, but the presentation is spot on. With rose petals as decoration, chili-lime-rimmed glasses, or lemon wedges, the drinks don’t stay on their coasters for long.

The food menu is as eclectic as it is delicious. Ranging from Mexican tapas (8,000 Ks) to Beef Nachos (7,500 Ks) and Prawn Salad (9,000 Ks), one can be pleasantly surprised by such rich flavors from a venue not specializing in food.

The Lounge area at the Myst, where DJs perform live every weekend, is a separate space next to the Bar better suited to the party people. The spacious room is saturated with red light reminiscent of crimson districts in other arts of the world, reinforced by a neon “lick me!” sign.

There is something for everyone at The Myst Bar and Lounge.

Address: 25/27 New University Avenue Road, Bahan Tsp, Yangon Tel: 09 788 881899, Hours: 6pm – 2am

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Now showing in Yangon cinemas from 19th to 25th December 2019

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker

Center 2, Sanpya, Gold Class)

shop. Tom seems too good to be true when he walks into her life and starts to see through so many of Kate’s barriers. As London transforms into the most wonderful time of the year, nothing should work for these two. But sometimes, you gotta let the snow fall where it may, you gotta listen to your heart and you gotta have faith.

JCGV (CineNForet, Premium Cinema, Junction

JCGV (Junction City, Junction Square, St.John

The surviving Resistance faces the First Order once more as Rey, Finn and Poe Dameron’s journey continues.

With the power and knowledge of generations behind them, the final battle commences.

Mingalar (Nay Pyi Taw, Gamone Pwint, Dagon

City, Junction Square, St.John City Mall, Junction

City Mall, Kantharyar)

Mawtin, Kantharyar)

A Flower Above the Clouds Jumanji : The Next Level The gang is back but the game has changed. As they return to rescue one of their own, the players will have to brave parts unknown from arid deserts to snowy mountains, to escape the world’s most dangerous game.

JCGV (Junction City, Junction Square, St.John City Mall, Kantharyar)

Last Christmas AKate Harrumphs around London, a bundle of bad decisions accompanied by the jangle of bells on her shoes, another irritation consequence from her job as an elf in a year-round Christmas

Burmese Drama Movie directed by Zin Yaw Mg Mg with stars : Ryu Sang Wook, Wut Hmone Shwe Yee and Kyaw Htet Aung.

JCGV (CineNForet, Premium Cinema, Junction City, Junction Square, St.John City Mall, Junction Mawtin, Kantharyar)

1014 Burmese Action movie directed by Kyaw Thu with stars : Kyaw Thu, Daung, Htun Ko Ko, Htoo Aung, Moh Moh Myint Aung, May Myint Mo and Yadanar Bo. Mingalar (Thamada, Thwin, Mingalar Cinemas 1, Dagon Center 2, Sanpya, Gamone Pwint, Sein Gay Har, North Okkalapa, Tamwe, South Dagon, Gold Class)

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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Artist: Hla Htay. Image courtesy of Nawaday Tharlar Gallery. www.nawadaytharlar.com