MYANMORE : Weekly Guide to Yangon 31st January 2020

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31 JAN - 6 FEB 2020

a foodie guide to Yangon Airport

tedx yangon 2020 BAD BOYS FOR LIFE

Weekly Guide

31st Jan - 4th Feb Craziness 27 Arts Exhibition Aan art exhibition with 75 pieces of 27 artists at Kalasa Art Space.

Everyone is welcome to join this craziness. ? Kalasa Art Space - No.131 ,1st floor (right ) , 34 street ,middle block, Yangon | P 10 am – 7 pm

Friday 31st Presenting Chef Malcom Lee of Michelin - starred Candlenut The Pansodan proudly presents a Four Hands dinner with Chef Malcom Lee from Candlenut, the world’s first Michelin-starred Peranakan restaurant and Chef Arkar of The Pansodan, winner of Masterchef (Myanmar) Season 2, and Sous Chef Kaung Kin Htet.

The Four Hands Dinner features a special menu developed in collaboration between Chef Malcom Lee and Chef Arkar combining Michelin award winning Peranakan cuisine with a contemporary Myanmar menu. There will also be a special live music and cocktails entertainment portion post dinner inclusive of your reservation.

Please stay tuned for all details. ? The Pansodan Burmese Brasserie - 106 Pansodan Street, Yangon | P 7 pm – 10 pm

Garden Buffet Dinner Garden Buffet Dinner with free flow sparkling wines, beer, soft drinks and Live music. Ticket Price: 35,000 MMK, Early Bird 30,000 MMK. ? The RITZ Yangon - No. 61, University Avenue Road, Yangon | P 6:30 pm - 10 pm

Four Hands Dinner Enjoy a 4 hands dinner at Shwe Sa Bwe on 31th January. This collaboration event is a seamless marriage of two distinctive culinary styles. The hosts of these events are Shwe Sa Bwe and Jeremy Cheok of JAM & Toast Group. Jeremy Cheok is a food enthusiast and culinary curiosity runs through his veins. His fascination with cooking started while watching his grandmother pound spice pastes in a pestle and mortar through to heading a Michelin Bib Gourmand rated establishment. He is currently a co-founder of the JAM & Toast Group, whose holdings include JAM at Siri House, a luxury lifestyle dining location, Slake Catering, quick service restaurant Tokidon and bottled cocktail brand, Sunday Punch. Empathy and social responsibility are central to the ethos of both JAM & Toast and Shwe Sa Bwe. ? Shwe Sa Bwe - Malikha Housing, Yangon | P 6 pm – 10:30 pm

Saturday 1st Week End Brunch & Free Flow Wine/Beer Join O’Thentic every weekend & public holidays starting at 11am to enjoy their Egg Pacifico with salmon and Hollandaise sauce and many others things. Weekend Brunch & Free Flow wine/Beer.

Only 25,000ks from 11 am to 3 pm. Choice of the Finest Myanmar Coffee “Sawbwa ‘’ or Natural Tea. Fresh orange juice or lime juice.

Your favorite Egg style (Benedict, florentine, Pacifico) topped with hollandaise sauce. The taste of the french Croissant with bechamel, ham and Emmental cheese then to finish with the sweetness Crepe topped with Organic Honey or sugar. Pair it with a Free flow House french Wine & Carlsberg beer. ? Ô’Thentic Crêperie & Wine Bar - Bo Yar Nyunt Rd, Yangon | P 11 am – 3 pm

FAB - Yangon Pride Afterparty IT’S PRIDE month and they’ve got 3 great afterparties lined up for you. The last party is on Saturday Feb 1 with Mr.Y and Dj MiK3 at The maze. Start the night at Yangon Pride: French Institute with films, a performance by AR-T and a party with Mr Y and Mike. ? The MAZE CLUB - 51/B/1 East Horse Race Course Road, Yangon | P 10 pm - 3 am

Sunday 2nd TEDxYangon 2020 TEDxYangon 2020 will be held on 2 February 2020 at Dulwich College Yangon, Star City Campus. Under the theme of ‘The Big Questions’, the event will take on a TED Summit format where there will be 12 talks and 20 workshop sessions to choose from. Experience TEDx Talks or participate in various workshop activities for a day of inspiration and fun. ? Dulwich College Yangon (Star City Campus) - Thanlyin, Myanmar | P 8 am - 8 pm

Live Music Nights at The Central Boulevard Come enjoy the live performance by Highway Band on a lovely Sunday evening. Free of charge for entry fee!. ? The Central Boulevard - At the corner of Kabar Aye Pagoda Road and Kanbe Road, Yangon | P 6 pm - 9 pm

AfterBrunch at Atlas What will you do after brunch? Isn’t that the big question, every Sunday? Why not come for sundowners and see the sun settle in the irrawaddy delta with sipping on a Aperol Spritz. ? Atlas Rooftop Bar & Lounge - 84, Pan Hlaing Road, Yangon | P 6 pm - 9 pm

Wednesday 5th Trainees afterwork Congratulations on your new internship and welcome to Myanmar.

Come and meet up with other trainees located in Yangon from different backgrounds and countries. A good opportunity to find a new flatmate or a friend. Feel free to bring anyone. This casual event, open to everyone, will take place at The Penthouse on 5th February starting at 6 PM. Happy hours all night long. With just 5,000 MMK on selected tapas, and buy 1 get 1 free on selected drinks. ? The Penthouse - 271, 273, 8th Floor, Parkside One Building, Bagaya

St, Yangon | P 6 pm - 9 pm The Tempest | The Handlebards at Atlas The world’s first cycling theater company, The HandleBards, pedaled to Yangon again and this time they will feature “The Tempest”

by William Shakespeare. Join them for a one-of-a-kind performance with the view of 360 degree Yangon under the stars and treat yourself and your friends with great food and drinks. VIP Tickets: 30,000 MMK. Regular Tickets: 20,000 MMK. Door opens at 19:30PM. Show starts at 20:00PM. ? Atlas Rooftop Bar & Lounge - 84, Pan Hlaing Street, Sanchaung Tsp | P 9 pm - 10:30 pm

Thursday 6th Blind Pony The Blind Pony is an event where we give opportunities for DJ students to spend time with their friends enjoying their music styles and mixing techniques. The students’ time will be from 5pm to 9pm. After 9pm you will get one last boost for Friday with international DJs presenting their best sets till 12am. ? YangonYangon - 339,Bo Gyoke Aung San Road, Yangon | P 5 pm - 12 am

Noise In Yangon: Noijzu [CH/PE] & Still und Dunkel [CH] Luis Sanz is a Peruvian musician and visual artist based in Switzerland. He works mainly with laptop, synthesizers, video, electromagnetic sensors, piezo converters and human voice. His music focuses on raw signals through composing with micro sounds, feedback and signal amplification, ranging from minimal to extreme and confrontational electronic expressions. STILL UND DUNKEL formed in 2011. Since then, musician and visual artist Christoph Brünggel, filmmaker Benny Jaberg, and media artist Pascal Arnold have been seeking out abandoned places worldwide as documenting them with moving images and sound recordings. Their growing archive is performed with dual-screen live film editing by Jaberg and Arnold and electronic music by Brünggel, whose compositions contain field recordings and are inspired by the places visited. ? Myanm/art - G-42 Urban Asia Centre, 48th Street, Middle Block, Botataung Tsp | P 7 pm - 8:30 pm

Kizomba class (Beginner level) with Alfiya and Alex at Havana 1 hour Kizomba class for beginners focused on basic steps and its variations. The class is suitable for absolute beginners as well as for those who had taken beginners classes before or participated in workshops led by Jermyn Chua in May and October, 2019. All are welcome to Kizomba social after the class. Alex Dyl created an absolute Kizomba playlist you will be happy to dance with. Just for little education for those absolute beginners ;): Kizomba is an Angolan dance (it literally means “Party” in Kimbundu, an Angolan language). The music is well known for its distinct slow rhythm, and as a partner dance it focuses on connection coupled with smooth, sensuous movements. Charge: 5,000 kyats incl. one drink. Time: Every Thursday, 8-9 pm. ? Havana Social Club - G23 Urban Asia Centre, Mahabandoola Road, Botataung Tsp | P 8 pm - 9 pm

Promotion of the Week Celebrate the New Year with Prosperity Chinese New Year is a time for gifting and sharing seasonal treats with family and friends. Sedona Hotel Yangon’s luxurious hampers is filled with auspicious sweets and savory delights. Available at Garden Wing Lobby. Prosperity Hamper – 88USD and Longevity Hamper – 58USD. Toss to a year of abundance, good health and prosperity with our variety of ‘Lo Hei’ reunion feasts to share with your team members, family and friends. Valid from 8 January to 8 February 2020 for USD 35 nett or USD 30 nett per person.

For enquiry or reservation, call +95 9 9 894628822 or +95 1 544060.

Taste of America Don’t miss the chance to experience American-styled dishes prepared by Executive Chef Denis Vecchiato and his experienced culinary team for Taste of America food festival. Available from 30 January until 13 February at D’Cuisine restaurant. To fulfill your craving, call now at +95 1 8605377 for reservation. Spend your evening at Lobby Lounge with Liqueur coffee. Call +95 1 860 5377 now to book a table.

DISCLAIMER : Information as of 28th January 2020. The events’ times and dates may change without notice. For more updated information, please check http://myanmore. com/yangon/events

Lobby Lounge Spend your evening at Lobby Lounge and try our very own Sedona Liqueur Coffee – a rich blend of coffee, sugar and cream sprinkled with a dash of whisky – the perfect way to end a fruitful day.

Call us +95 1 860 5377 to book a table.

Blue Andy is Sedona’s refreshing Cocktail-of-the-Month, available only at the Lobby Lounge. Spend time with friends and enjoy this invigorating drink anytime!. ? Sedona Hotel - 1 Kaba Aye Pagoda Road, Yankin Tsp, Yangon

Enjoy Brand New Lunch Menu at The Heaven Bistro The Heaven Bistro is pleased to announce that will expand Lunch Menu from today onwards. There will be a variety of Fried, Curry, Soup & Salad with a unique taste & reasonable price. For those who prefer Beef Steak or Salmon Steak will get a glass of Premium Draught Beer as a complimentary.There will be a 20% off for all type of cocktails & mocktail. Saturday Night Live Music every week from 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm. ? The Heaven Bistro - No.4, G/F, Room (I,J) Wingabar Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 11 am - 10 pm

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a foodie guide to Yangon Int’l Airport Hsu Myat Lin Naing Airport cafes and restaurants have been saviors for those facing hunger issues after a long flight. Here is a list of cafes and restaurants that you can find at the Yangon International Airport to fill up your tummies.

Terminal 1 Bon Voyage Airport Bar This airport bar provides various types of wine, cocktails, alcohol and coffee from around the world plus local and imported beer. You can also enjoy grilled food, salad, pasta, desserts and many more while waiting for your flight.

Cafe’ de Yangon Cafe’ de Yangon offers light food plus breakfast and dinner for the passengers to simply relax in their chilling atmosphere.

Yamagoya Ramen A ramen restaurant for Japanese food lovers to enjoy their meal with its delicious ramen.

Craft Cafe You can get a wide range of Asian and European food at this small cozy cafe. Located in the public area of terminal 1, Craft Cafe is always crowded with passengers waiting for their flights.

Burger King Everyone’s favourite burger shop is now at the airport- tantalizing the taste buds of fast food lovers.

Kel’s Kitchen Kel’s Kitchen serves authentic Asian cuisines where you can find the taste of Asia.

The Cocoa Trees If you are a Chocolate lover, you should visit The Cocoa Trees where you can find a wide range of international chocolate brands in one place.

Espace Cafe’ and Bar With its spacious and contemporary decoration, Espace provides different kinds of breakfast, lunch and dinner to the customers.

Swensens A place for sweet tooth lovers- Swensens will offer you a wide range of ice cream and sundaes of your favourite.

Terminal 3 (Domestic) Gloria Jeans Coffee Gloria Jeans serves varieties of specialty coffee and cakes and you can also get European and Asian food such as Mohinga, Palata, etc.

Monster Cheese A place where you can find Cheese specialties items with great quality and reasonable price.

Cafe’ Corner You can get Asian and European breakfast, lunch and food & drinks at Cafe’ Corner.

J’ Donuts J’ Donuts is here at the airport to comfort your donut cravings with its unchanging taste.

Red Orchid Enjoy your delicious Asian and European food with various refreshing drinks at Red Orchid.

The following restaurants can be found at both terminals; T1 & T3.

Thai Express Thai Express will give you a good dining experience with their delicious Thai cuisines.

Gongcha One of the most popular boba tea shops in Yangon is now available at both domestic and international airports.

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf This cafe with cool vibes provides varieties of coffee, cake and light bite where you can spend time waiting for your flight.

KFC KFC is here at the airport for fast food lovers.

Parisian Cake and Coffee You can find varieties of pastry items and delicious coffee and tea at this cozy cafe’. myNEWS.com Grab anything you want from this Malaysian franchise grocery store. You can see a wide selection of books, magazines, food & drinks and many more.

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IN CINEMA

Now showing in Yangon cinemas from 30th January to 5th February 2020

Bad Boys For Life The Bad Boys Mike Lowrey and Marcus Burnett are back together for one last ride in the highly anticipated Bad Boys for Life.

1917 Two young British soldiers during the First World War are given an impossible mission: deliver a message deep in enemy territory that will stop 1,600 men, and one of the soldiers’ brothers, from walking straight into a deadly trap.

Myanmar Paw Kar Tway Yat Burmese movie is directed by Mike Tee, Stars : Kyaw Thu, Luu Min, Pyay T Oo, Nay Myo Aung, Khaing Thin Kyi, Eain Dara Kyaw Zin, Zar Ga Nar, A Yar, Dain Daing, A Yaing, Kyaw Htoo, Khin Hlaing, etc..

Thaung Tike Ka Kyar Say Thar Burmese movie is directed by Htun Aung Zaw, Stars : Yan Aung, Luu Min, Pyay Zin, Myat Kyaw Thu, Malode, Chuu Lay, Win Tha Pyay Tun, Own Thee, etc..

Street Dancer A coming-of-age story based on the lives of street dancers.

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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