MYANMORE : Weekly Guide to Yangon - 22nd November 2019 by MYANMORE

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22 -28 NOV 2019

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Weekly Guide

Friday 22nd

Knowledge Sharing Session India Myanmar Chamber of Commerce organizes Knowledge Sharing Session on the topic “The Commercial Property Market in Yangon”. The event is scheduled on 22nd November with speakers: Mr. Hugo Slade, Managing Director and Mr. Fred Hassim, Director- Real Estate Services. For more information and reservation, contact 09 251 748 323. ? India Embassy - No.545-547, Merchant St, Kyauktada Tsp | P 3:30 pm - 5 pm

Oktoberfest Yangon 2019 Save the date and reserve your weekend for Yangon’s biggest beer fest and German cultural event. As you can see from our new logo this year Oktoberfest will be brought to you in the original tent style for the first time so make sure not to miss it. Door-sales ticket price at US$ 70. ? Novotel Yangon Max - No.459, Pyay Rd, Kamaryut Tsp | P From 5 pm

Silent Disco Outdoor Cinema The high-quality wireless headphones allow listeners to share moments with the rest of the audience, while also experiencing individual intimate sound, controlled by you. Cinema Package: 50 % for entry if you already have Silent Disco Rave Ticket for 23rd November. Get your ticket at Pansuriya with 5% off at Pansuriya restaurant. Normal ticket: 15,000 ks included Dinner, Wine, Cocktail, Popcorn, Cozy place. Call for booking at 09 7858 04162. ? Backpacker Bed and Breakfast - No.40, Shwe Bon Thar St, Pabedan Tsp | P 6 pm - 10:30 pm

Rising Talents During these November Rain, this is the perfect time to feel the new tastes of HIP-HOP Music at a cool place in Yangon. With these talented HIP-HOP musicians, we are ready to fill the colors in your memories. ? Parasol - No.340, Pyay Rd (Inside French Institute), Sanchaung Tsp| P 8 pm - 11 pm

Saturday 23rd Agriculture Forum 2019 During the forum, they aim to gather essential information which will be used as a cornerstone to establishing an incubation program focused on building capacity through skills improvement. The forum will consist of three parts designed to foster creativity and bring the acutest insights on problems entrepreneurs face while operating in Myanmar’s agricultural industry which are going to be later on addressed by the tools available through the incubation program. For more information and registration please contact ola.sawicka@impacthub.net. ? Chatrium Hotel Royal Lake Yangon - No.40, Natmauk Road, Tamwe Tsp | P 9 am - 5:30 pm

General Skilled Migration Canada Seminar AIMS Myanmar Office create seminar to share general skilled migration visa program in Canada. For more information and reservation please contact 09 797 174400. ? AIMS Immigration & Relocation Specialist - Sule Square, No.221, Sule

Pagoda Road, Kyauktada Tsp | P 9 am - 11 am

Beyond Entrepreneurship Beyond Entrepreneurship will talk about what it is like to be an entrepreneur, what drives him/ her to be innovative and pioneer, what it is like to propose new ideas to young Myanmar’s market, etc. Nway Nway Soe, a director of Panna Online School, would moderate the session to answer these questions and to delve into the insights of entrepreneurship in Myanmar and what it is like to be a pioneer in Myanmar’s market. For more information and reservation please contact 09 262 981 350. ? Melia Hotel Yangon - No.192, Kabaraye Pagoda Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 10 am - 12 pm

How Marketing is Changing in Myanmar Myanmar is changing at a rapid pace after officially opening for business in 2010. Much of what worked in 2010 to market your products has changed a lot and there is more competition. Come listen to Richard See discuss what the current trends in Marketing are and how you can ride the wave of change. Richard has been here since 2012 and has worked for and with many of the biggest multinational brands in Myanmar. RSVP at 09 400 312 241. ? Arcc Office - 6th Floor, Hledan Centre, Kamayut Tsp | P 2 pm - 4 pm

Grape to Glass - Wine Tasting for Kokkoya A ‘Grape to Glass’ wine tasting in support of Kokkoya Organics. Come and taste 8 different wines from 8 different grapes and be looking at some new classics as well as some under the radar wines. Spaces will be limited so please email victoriaclairethompson@ gmail.com to reserve a place. Price is US$30 per person. ? Institut français de Birmanie - No.340, Pyay Rd, Sanchaung Tsp | P 5 pm - 7 pm |

Silent Disco Rave Party The concept of “Silent Disco” is an original and revolutionary approach to entertainment at events and parties. Three DJs playing three different styles of music allow guests to flick between the different channels on their head-sets and dance to whatever music they prefer. There could be disco grooves on the green channel, electronic dance music on the blue channel, and rock music on the red channel - it’s up to you to decide what you want to listen. Ticket price is 20,000/25,000 kyats and it included free flow beer from 9 to 11 pm. ? Pansuriya - No.100, Bogalay Zay St, Botahtaung Tsp | From P 9 pm

Acid Trip @ LEVEL 2 with T.I.M. T.I.M. Records is back. After the holidays and Oktoberfest if you like keep your buzz up don’t winder where to go for great music and dance floor. T.I.M. Records aka Tribes Into Madness is back at Level 2 on Saturday 23 November. The three nations will bring you Acid / Techno. 3 DJ are CsallO, Fatboy FAT and MAX DESMA will bring you different Acid / Techno mixes ready to take you to amazing Acid Techno Trip. ? LEVEL 2 - Yangon International Hotel Compound, Ahlone Rd, Dagon

Tsp | P From 10 pm

Tropical Night Join The Penthouse this Saturday for some “proper” music with DJ Mike. Come for dinner and stay for the party. ? The Penthouse - 271-273, Bargayar St, Park side one building 8th floor, Sanchaung Tsp | P From 7 pm

Live music night at Heaven Bistro The Other Sides Band will entertain at the Heaven Bistro coming Saturday. The unique & cozy atmosphere of the Heaven Bistro, together with the unplugged music entertainment by the Other Sides Band, filled with enjoyment. ? Heaven Bistro - No.4, Ground Floor, Room ( I, J ), Wingabar Rd, Bahan

Tsp | P From 6 pm

Guest Bartender Event at Babett Join us at Babett on 23rd November as we welcome guest bartender, Aaron Goodall, who is the Campari Brand Ambassador. For one night only, Aaron will be shaking cocktails from 7pm-10pm on 23rd November, a cocktail menu that includes NEGRONI: Campari, Gin, Cinzano Rosso, AMERICANO: Campari, Cinzano Rosso, Soda Water, BOULEVARDIER: Campari, Whiskey, Cinzano Rosso, JUNGLEBIRD: Campari, Appleton Estate Rum, Pineapple & Lime Juice and APEROL SPRITZ:Aperol, Prosecco, Soda Water. ? Babett Yangon - No.5, Alan Pya Pagoda Rd, Dagon Tsp | P 7 pm - 10 pm

23rd & 24th Yangon Alley Gardens: Understanding Place To learn more about Yangon ally garden and drawing on the wall, Doh Eain is cooperating with Spatial Co and organized this class. Ko Khin Zaw Latt (KZL Studio and Gallery), Ko Aung Phyo Thu (Sublime Art School), Ma Yu Yu Myint Than (Thuma Collective), Leonie Mattews and Peter Hill (Spatial Co) are going to teach and share their experience to you. ? Doh Eain Office - No.112, 41th St, Botahtaung Tsp | P9 am - 3 pm

Sunday 24th

Wine & Unwind CThe event is all about having fun, creating memories with friends/ family and expressing yourself through creativity. Start with a blank canvas or choose a sketch you like and sip your way to a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Their local artist will help you to work on your project while they sip some tasty beverages at The Treetop Wine Bar every Sunday from 3pm-6pm. They have everything at the studio, free flow of the best Californian wine, finger food and it is all for only 35000ks. ? Treetop Wine Bar & Tapas - No.1, U Sein Maung Lane, Mayangone Tsp | P 4 pm - 6 pm

Monday 25th

Sustainable Tourism and Climate Change This month’s topic for the 11th Climate Talks, organized by Conyat Create, will be Sustainable Tourism. During this Climate Talks, you will learn about what sustainable tourism looks like in Myanmar, how companies are promoting and exercising sustainable tourism practices, and how travelers can support climate resilience through making sustainable choices. ? Seedspace Yangon - Kyan Mar Yay Seik Kan Compound, Corner of Pansodan Rd and Strand Rd, Kyauktada Tsp | P 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

G Talk Yangon: How the media landscape is changing in Myanmar Next Monday on November 25th, the ‘Best Reporter’ award winner of the Yangon Times in 2010 and 2011, Zaw Htike will host a talk and share about current media transformations, perspectives and challenges of the Myanmar media landscape. ? Babett Yangon - No.5, Alan Pya Pagoda Rd, Dagon Tsp | P 5pm - 6:30pm

Tuesday 26th

Joint Chambers Networking Event Enjoy some great networking opportunities with new people, or simply use the evening catching up with peers and business associates. Light canapes and drinks will be served while you enjoy the nice outside atmosphere by the pool. Entry fee is members $15 and non-Members $25. ? Mercure Yangon Kaba Aye - No.17, Kabar Aye Pagoda Rd, Mayangone Tsp | P 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Friend’s Tuesgay - Drag Queen Show Friends Tuesgay at OThentic is back with The Drag Queen Show Time. Welcome Miss Ariana Grindr at OThentic from 6pm till late in the evening. Happy hour “Half Price” will still be from 5pm till 8pm. ? Ô’Thentic Crêperie & Wine Bar - No.45, Yaw Min Gyi St, Dagon Tsp

| P 6 pm - 11 pm

Wednesday 27th

Myanmar Car of The Year Awards Event It is time for the 3rd MCOTY, the one and only event to select the best cars of the year in Myanmar across 11 categories. For more information and ticketing, please contact 09 77 900 3702 . ? Junction Square - Kyun Taw Rd, Kamayut Tsp | P 6 pm - 10 pm

Rainbow IV Jazz Band at Sarkies Bar Rainbow IV is back for another Wednesday night of Jazz Music at the Sarkies Bar. Let Po Clare, Kyi Maung, Pho Khwar, and Ye Lin Moe’s sultry tunes take you through the midweek slump. Find them from 7 pm onwards to 10 pm – reserve a space by phone on 018 243 377~79 or email fbd2@hotelthestrand.com. ? Sarkies Bar - Strand Hotel, No.92, Strand Rd, Kyauktada Tsp | P 7 pm - 10 pm

29th & 30th

RGuest Bartender and ‘Back to Basics’ Cocktail Masterclass by Joey Keen at Sarkies Bar On the 29th and 30th of November, experience a cocktail adventure at Sarkies Bar as we welcome guest bartender, Joey Keen of Madame Em’s cocktail bar. On the 30th of November from 7-8:30 pm, Joey Keen will host an exclusive cocktail ‘Back to Basics’ masterclass at Sarkies Bar with a limit of 10 persons. He will explain the specialised techniques, cocktail ingredients 101 and infusions used for cocktail making. Guests will have the chance to learn the tricks of the trade for 3 well known but difficult to perfect cocktails: The Martini, The Pegu Club and The Negroni. Seats are available for US$15++ per person. For reservations email fbd2@hotelthestrand. com or call 018 243 377~79. ? Sarkies Bar - Strand Hotel, No.92, Strand Rd, Kyauktada Tsp | P 7 pm - 8:30 pm

DISCLAIMER : Information as of 19th November 2019. The events’ times and dates may change without notice. For more updated information, please check http://myanmore. com/yangon/events

Promotion of the Week Sedona presents: Yangon’s One & Only Symphony High Tea vent Delight in classic sounds by the Chromatic Orchestra, an 18-piece strings orchestra as you savor exquisite selections from our delectable high tea buffet. Join us in all Saturdays of November and December from 2:00 to 5:00pm for USD 28nett/person. Please call +95 1 8605377 for reservations. ? Sedona Hotel - No.1, Yangon Industrial Rd, Yankin Tsp | P 2 pm - 5 pm

Middle Eastern Night A new buffet is coming to The Market restaurant, providing you the best opportunity to experience the authentic taste of Middle Eastern countries. Enjoy your favourite Mediterranean dishes on Friday. The buffet includes free flow of soft drinks, beer, white and red wine, all at US$35 net per adult. For more information and reservation, please call 01 934 5000. ? Melia Yangon - No.192, Kabaraye Pagoda Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 6 pm - 10 pm

Sunday Boutique Brunch at Savoy Hotel Enjoy mouthwatering culinary creations designed by Savoy Executive Chef Florian Eberhardt and accompanied by unlimited drinks from their cellar on Sunday. US$ 54.- net per person for a boutique package including free flow of their house wines, prosecco, draft beer, and fresh juices. (Alcoholic drinks and food will be served until 3.00pm whereas tea, coffee, and soft drinks until 4.00pm). Contact 01 526289 for reservations. ? Savoy Hotel Yangon - No.129, Dhammazedi Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 12 pm - 3 pm

Weekday Business Lunch at The Ritz Yangon Introducing the Ritz weekday business lunch! An absolute value Italian set lunch served inside a private restaurant where you can take a break from your hectic office life - includes a starter (Antipasti), main (Primi/Secondi), and dessert(Dolci), all for just 15,000++ MMK available Mon to Fri from 11am to 3pm. ? The Ritz Yangon - No.61, University, Avenue Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 11

am - 3 pm |

Premium Canadian Lobster at Babett Babett Eatery & Bar is going lobsters, presenting a special menu featuring premium Canadian Lobster. Babett’s executive Chef Christophe has prepared a special Canadian lobster menu consisting of 14 different ways to enjoy this delicacy starting from 18,000 MMK. Reservations are encouraged to avoid disappointment. For Booking, please call at +95 1 243 639. ? Babett - No.5, Alan Pya Pagoda Rd, Dagon Tsp | P 7 am - 12 am |

Ocean Pride’s Happy Hour Ocean Pride Thai Seafood restaurant’s happy hour promotion is coming to town. We will have 30% off on all food items during the happy hour starts from 11am to 4pm. The promotion is valid within 1st November to 30th November. It is a great chance to catch Ocean Pride Thai Seafood restaurant’s premium seafood platters. Call 09 443 993 772 not to miss the chance as Ocean Pride is waiting to serve you. ? Ocean Pride Thai Seafood restaurant - No.20,Thukawaddy Street,Yankin Tsp | P 11 am - 4 pm |

GUIDE

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Top destinations to travel in December December is coming and so are the holidays. We assure that most of the people are planning to leave Yangon as soon as the holidays arrive. Traveling inside Myanmar has been quiet wonderful at anytime of the year, but it depends on the right climate for a decent experience. So weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve prepared a list of destinations that matches the cool weather of December, especially the highlands and foothills. Here it is. Old Bagan Bagan, stands on the eastern banks of the Ayeyarwady River, is home to over 2,200 temples which still remain from 11th to 13th centuries. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2019, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the best time to visit Old Bagan in December as the hot air balloons fly above this beautiful city during this time of the year. Watch the sunset, explore the historic temples, take a ride of a lifetime experience on these significant balloons over this magical land. Taunggyi, Inle and Kalaw Taunggyi is the capital and largest city of Shan State, also the fifth largest city of Myanmar. Although the famous Tazaungdaing Balloon festival has finished, choosing Taunggyi as your destination for December is no regret. Visit Inle lake, then, experience the gorgeous Shan hills and the culture

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of quaint floating villages, monasteries & handicrafts. And trek to the hill town Kalaw and stay at least one night, to see the stars above the sky. Hsipaw Hsipaw is a beautiful town in Shan State. Also known as Thibaw, it is a vibrant place to visit if you want to know more about Shan culture as well as its history. Hsipaw is known for its gorgeous landscape, especially as it is surrounded by mountains that you can trek over the significant countryside. If you love to travel by train, then don’t miss the chance to take the railway from Mandalay to Hsipaw which is one of the most scenic experiences of Shan state. Kengtung Kengtung is the largest town in eastern Shan State; a former British administrative outpost and it was once known as the capital of the Golden Triangle. Today, it is one of the remotest parts of Myanmar that tourists are permitted to visit. Located in the far southeastern corner of sprawling Shan State; border to China, Lao and Thailand, hill tribes, waterfalls, local markets and local food are the highlights if you are traveling this amusing town. Loikaw Loikaw is the capital of Kayah State in Myanmar, located just on a bay of Pilu River. The inhabitants are mostly Kayah and Myanmar’s largest hydropower plant is built 20km east of the city known as Lawpita waterfall. The main highlight, Thiri-Mingalar Taung Kwe pagoda where you can watch a beautiful sunset, is just at the center of the town while limestone caves, waterfalls, cathedrals and local textile shops are a mustvisit. Don’t forget to try the Kayah sausage! Mogok The world’s famous ruby land Mogok is a hilltown in Mandalay region and it has been producing the finest rubies for centuries. Surrounded by mountains, the valley has an aura of mystery and it has been off-limits to foreigners for five decades and only allowed permit-holding visitors. With the ethnicity of Nepalese Gurkhas, Burmese, Pa-O, Chin, Kokang, Karen, Chinese and Indians, Mogok is one of the best places to travel in December where temples are spread across the town, neighbouring ruby mines and the British War Cemetery beyond the Lisu village nearby. Here, Shan noodle soups and local tea leaves are popular. Putao Putao is located at the northernmost spot of Kachin State where you can peered over the significant Hkakabo Razi and other snow-capped mountains. The area of Putao is famous for the variety of endemic birds and rare orchids, especially the endangered specie of “Black Orchid” that can be found in the mountains east and west of Putao. The town also attracts enthusiasts, hiking to Hkakabo Razi base camp, located close to Tahaundam. Adventure rafting in Putao is one of the most famous activities among visitors.

Note: Better check the regional situation of your desired destination in Kachin State before you visit. Reports have said some conflicts are taking place in certain parts of the territory.

REVIE

Nam Su: Serving traditional Shan cuisine in style! Rangoon Tea House Group has been playing its cards in Yangon’s F&B game for a long time. One of its ventures, Buthee was placed in the Bogalayzay Street sandwiched together with Mr. Wok. It is renovated for a new purpose and the result is here – Nam Su, specialising in Shan ethnic cuisine – has just opened last weekend. Inside, it is filled with rounded marble tables and the wall is decorated with liquor bottles and framed photos of the owner Htet Myat Oo and his family. The restaurant is, in fact, inspired by the meals that the proprietor had been familiar with during his living in Lashio, Shan State. The two-page menu is largely occupied by Shan traditional food including noodle salads, warm tofu noodles, mi xiang and more. We took an order of three dishes. Condiments play a vital role in Shan food. For example, the noodle salad is best paired with pickled mustard and chili. Nam Su gets this combination and provides guests with three condiments; Shan chili with coriander and garlic, pickled mustard and ginger immersed in vinegar – all homemade. The bowl of Kengtung Mee Shay (Ks 3,500) has generous chicken slices but is very mild in taste. You might want to add condiments to make it strong and spicy as it is how most Myanmar people enjoy. Our recommended choice is a rice dish with grilled pork neck and onsen egg (Ks 6,500). The egg is cooked at 62 degrees and added the rich, creamy texture to the sticky Shan rice and tender pork neck. Pair it with Shan chili and vinegar soaked ginger. Yum! Next, you just can’t leave a Shan restaurant without tasting its Khaw Pote or fried sticky rice chunks (Ks 2,500). It is a favourite snack of Shan people as a side dish or dessert, depending on the dip. We have it with silken tofu which is a bit tart. Ask for the jaggery sauce if you have a sweet tooth. We ordered a sweetcorn pancake with vanilla ice-cream (Ks 4,000) for dessert. The pancake is soft comes with the authentic sweetness of the corn. But the vanilla icecream, which is unnecessary in my opinion, was a normal scoop and I’d rather have two pancakes for the same price. The drink menu comprises classic and signature cocktails, wines, beers and liquors. Most of the cocktails are priced at Ks 5,000 but we didn’t try since it’s a working hour. Yet, Jasmine’s Negroni which is a blend of jasmine tea infused gin and vermouth has caught my eyes. I will definitely try it on my next occasion. Overall, Nam Su aims to cater everyone with various budget options since the prices are set between Ks 2,000 and Ks 10,000. With an ethnic food boom, restaurants focused on traditional cuisines have peered throughout the city. The competition is particularly fierce in Shan food with many comers and established brands. With a packed menu and smart pricing, Nam Su will be worth a visit for your next Foodie Adventure! Address: No. 116/118, Bogalayzay Street (lower block), Botahtaung Tsp, Yangon Phone: 09 894 120 277, Hours: 11 am - 11 pm

GALLERY

BOAT PARTY AT YANGONB RIVER CRUISE DINING 16 NOVEMBER 2019 PHOTOS BY PYAE PHYO THU

IN CINEMA

Now showing in Yangon cinemas from 14th to 20th November 2019

Frozen 2 American computer-animated musical fantasy film and it is the sequel to the 2013 film Frozen. Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, Olaf and Sven leave Arendelle to travel to an ancient, autumn-bound forest of an enchanted land. They set out to find the origin of Elsa’s powers in order to save their kingdom. Mingalar Cinemas (Naypyitaw, Gamone Pwint, Tamwe, Gold Class, South Dagon)

Bo Nay Toe Burmese Action Movie directed by Steel with stars : Nay Toe, Min Oo, Zin Wine, Htun Ko Ko, Nay Myo Aung, Thet Mon Myint, Paing Phyo Thuh, Nan Khin Zayar and so on Mingalar Cinemas (Thamada, Thwin, Mingalar Cinema (1), Sanpya, Gamone Pwint, Sein Gay Har, North Okkalapa, Tamwe, South Dagon)

Doctor Sleep Years following the events of “The Shining,” a now-adult Dan Torrance must protect a young girl with similar powers from a cult known as The True Knot, who prey on children with powers to remain immortal. Mingalar Cinemas (Naypyitaw)

Now and Ever The love bond sparkles when the beautiful woman first met a very loving and gentleman comes into her life. He is the only dependable man her father has chosen with request to assist her daughter’s both mental and physical

conditions. The Two get very close and finally decided to make commitment for each other. Normally, it takes one to sacrifice all the love, courage and support for lasting marriage as he/she makes a vow. Mingalar Cinemas (Dagon Center 2, Shae Saung, Sanpya, Gamone Pwint, Tamwe, North Okkalapa, South Dagon)

Tin String Burmese Horror Movie directed by Arkar with stars : Phyo Ngwe Soe, Eaindra Kyaw Zin, Ye Naung, Shwe Eain Si and Aung Ye Htwe. Terminator: Dark Fate American science fiction action film that follows the machines send a Terminator back in time to kill a young woman whose fate is connected to Sarah Connor and her son John’s legacies. The Human Resistance sends an enhanced soldier whose existence is also depending on Dani’s survival, back to protect her. Grace and Dani’s only hope for survival against the Rev-9 depends on them joining forces with Sarah and a T-800 Terminator. Mingalar Cinema (Naypyitaw)

Yoma Paw Kya Tae Myat Yay Burmese drama movie about a teacher who has to go and teach to a village in the countryside. It’s a moving picture about the hardships of education staff in Myanmar. Based on a true story. Mingalar Cinemas (Shae Saung, Sanpya, Gamone Pwint, Sein Gay Har, North Okkalapa, Tamwe, South Dagon)

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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