12 december 2014
weekly guide
editor’s note Hello MYANMOREans I’m quite excited about the events this coming week. A musical by the IYS called The Music Man, a play from the Israeli Orto-Da Theatre Group called Stones @ Kokine and a talk on medieval Burma @ IFB are not to be missed Sports fans, an intra-club match will happen @ Star CIty this weekend. Comedy Night this month brings in more international comedians on Tuesday. Party-wise, take your pick - Latin music night with DJ Teef @ Union Bar, a sunset Jingle Boat cruise, a special open-air French love Friday party with all-female DJs just to highlight a few. Food-lovers, check out Harmoneat’s festive cooking class plus other X’mas-themed menus from venues around town. Have a great weekend, possums!
what’s on FRIDAY 12TH DEC FRENCH (LOVE) FRIDAY #7 | NIGHTLIFE
Electro Open Air Party! Enjoy FRENCH (girls’) TOUCH in Yangon! FEMALE ONLY DJ SET: 8 PM – 10 PM: THE BELLEBOYS and 10 PM – 1 AM: MATHILDE b2b AGATHE (France)! Entry: 6,000Ks (+ 3 free drinks). ? French Institute - 340, Pyay Road, Sanchaung Tsp (Close to Hanthar Waddy Bus stop) | P FROM 8:00 PM
LATIN SPIRITS @ CLUB RIZZOLI | NIGHTLFE
Come dance the night away with Latin expert dancer Gisbert. Music by DJ Bay Tar. Enjoy Pitcher Perfect at US$30 per pitcher all night. ? Chatrium Hotel – 40, Natmauk Rd, Tamwe Tsp | P FROM 9:00 PM
4TH INDUSTRY INTERACT 2014 | BUSINESS
Cordially invite the tourism industry colleagues to join our 4th Industry Interact for 2014/15. ? Chatrium Hotel - 40, Natmauk Rd, Tamwe Tsp | P 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
YANGON’S LEADING INNOVATORS, ENTREPRENEURS & CREATIVES | BUSINESS
There will be discussions, food and networking. Look forward to everyone celebrating the achievements of these inspiring leaders and innovators. ? Sule Tech - MAC Tower, 561-567 Merchant Rd(close to Indian Embassy) | P FROM 7:00 PM
CONFERENCE ON PAGAN BY DR. GUY LUBEIGT @ IFB | ACTIVITY
Pagan capital of the medieval Burma from the XIe to the XIIIe century was a very powerful town which extended its domination over many territories. The present conference aims for a new approach of Pagan. Free admission! ? France Institute - 340, Pyay Road, Sanchaung Tsp (Close by Hanthar Waddy Bus stop) | P 05:30 PM - 06:15 PM
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what’s on VGASTRO.BAR MASH UP | NIGHTLIFE
Hip Hop, Dance, Dutch, Dirty Beat, Disco, House with DJ Jay! ? 10K, Shwe Taung Gyar Rd, Bahan Tsp | P FROM 10:00 PM
THE YANGON VIBE @ MOJO | NIGHTLIFE
Resident Mr.Y is spinning for your pleasure : R&B, Hip Hop and party anthems to dance and sing all night. The benchmark party of Yangon. Free entry! ? 135 Inya road, Bahan Tsp (Opposite Savoy Hotel) | P FROM 10:00 PM
FRIDAY 12TH - 13TH DEC THE MUSIC MAN | STAGE
The International School of Yangon is proud to present this years school musical “The MUSIC MAN’- by Meredith Willson. Tickets(4,000Ks) Call 015 12793 ? Sky Star Hotel - 51/B/1 E Horse Race Course Rd, Tamwe Tsp (near ILBC School) | P FROM 7:00 PM
SATURDAY 13TH DEC JINGLE BOAT ROCK! WINTER HOLIDAY BOAT PARTY | NIGHTLIFE
Three-hour sunset cruise that is guaranteed to be a jolly good time! Free-flow beer and party punch, exciting dance music, and assorted appetizers from Yangon Bakehouse. Tickets - 25,000Ks available on the day of the party. ? Wardan Jetty - Lan Thit Street, Seik Kan Tsp | P FROM 4:30 PM Escape the bustle of Yangon with this sunset cruise. With free flow drinks it will be a jolly good time!
SCRATCH MATCHES! | SPORT
Fun for all the family. Proudly hosted by The AFL, Gaelic football, and Rugby clubs of Yangon will be putting on their intra‐club matches on the brand new playing fields at Star City. It promises to be a great day out. Contact - Myanmar Fighting Cocks (facebook page). ? Star City - Kyaik Khauk pagoda Rd, - Thanlyin Tsp | P 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
SALSA NIGHT @ UNION BAR | NIGHTLIFE
DJ Teef will spin his favorites tunes and Ricardo from Latinos Bangkok will be in the house! Drink specials US$3 ? 42 Strand Rd (Same building as Red Cross by Strand Road) | P FROM 9:00 PM Let’s give DJ Teef a great send-off party!
what’s on VGASTRO.BAR MINIMAL | NIGHTLIFE
Minimal v Progressive Trance with French Guy! ? 10K, Shwe Taung Gyar Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 10:00 PM
FOOTBALL GAME ON BIG SCREEN @ 50TH STREET BAR | SPORT Live premier league football on the big screen! ? 9/13 50th St, Botahtaung Tsp (off Merchant Rd) | P FROM 06:00 PM
BURMESE BEATS @ MOJO | NIGHTLIFE
A hip hop night to celebrate the new blood of Burmese Hhp hop, presented by DJ and producer Mr.Y. Free Entry! ? 135 Inya road, Bahan Tsp (Opposite Savoy Hotel) | FROM 10:00 PM
SATURDAY 13TH - 16TH DEC THE 2ND HOUSE & LIVING 2014 | BUSINESS
The 2nd Housing and Living 2014: Source new suppliers, products, information and services, Keep abreast of all the latest updates in research and technology. Compare products and services under one roof! ? Tatmadaw Hall - U Wisara Rd (Next to Minder Ground), Dagon Tsp | P 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
SATURDAY 13TH - 19TH DEC MADE IN MYANMAR EXHIBITION | ART
The Art of Textile & Crafts Exhibition! The 2nd presentation for Sunflower Art Gallery's 20 years Journey at River Ayeyarwaddy Gallery ? River Ayeyarwaddy Gallery - 134, 35th Street, Middle Block, Kyauktada Tsp | P 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
SUNDAY 14TH DEC 1ST SOLO CONCERT OF BUNNY PHYOE | STAGE
This is the first-ever solo concert of Bunny Phyoe, Myanmar’s famous pop singer. ? Kandawgyi Myaw Sin Island, Nat Mauk Rd (Inside Kandawgyi Park) | P 5:30 PM
15TH ANNIVERSARY CHARITY SHOW | STAGE
A charity show organized by Junction Center. Plays and live music by famous singers and actors: Min Maw Kun, Tun Tun, R Zar Ni, Wai La, Phyu Phyu Kyaw Thein, Ye Lay. All funds will go to charities. Tickets – 15,000Ks at Junction Center information counters! Call - 09-421169111. ? Junction Square - Pyay Rd (Beside MRTV4 Compound) | P FROM 6:00 PM
IT CAREER DAY 2014 | BUSINESS
The objective of this event is to create a meeting place where respective employers and job seekers within the ICT sector meet (technology community). ? Lithan University, Union Business Tower - Natmauk Rd,Bahan Tsp (beside Japan Embassy) | P 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
GLOBAL HARMONIES SINGING SESSION | ACTIVITY
Your last chance this year to experience the thrill of singing worldly and other-worldly harmonies in a fun, friendly group environment. Come along! ? French Institute - 340, Pyay Road, Sanchaung Tsp (Close to Hanthar Waddy Bus stop) | P 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
what’s on CHRISTMAS IN CALIFORNIA SPA | NIGHTLIFE
Enjoy the evening at California Skin Spa X’mas event with complimentary face mapping skin analysis service, special promotions and fantastic X’mas music live from DJ Bay Tar. Call 01-501295. ? 32(B), Inya Myaing Road | P 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
MONDAY 15TH DEC SPACEMAN IS COMING TO TOWN @ UNION BAR | NIGHTLIFE Join them for a night full of acoustic blends including Jazz, Pop, Blues, a mix of originals & popular re-inventions, and a handful of Christmas favourites. ? 42 Strand Rd (Same building as Red Cross by Strand Road) | P 7:30 PM
QUIZ NIGHT @ 50TH STREET BAR | NIGHTLIFE
Monday Quiz night $30 bar tab to the overall winner and free pitcher of beer to every round winner. Def a must-do! Plus its Mexican Madness Monday on the menu ? 50th Street Bar - 9/13 50th St, Botahtaung Tsp (off Merchant Rd) | P FROM 8:00 PM
TUESDAY 16TH DEC INT’L COMEDY NIGHT @ 50TH STREET BAR | NIGHTLIFE
International comedy: Happy hour prices all night long. Comedians include Brian Aylward, Matthew Giffen, Kristel Zweers. ? 9/13 50th St, Botahtaung Tsp (off Merchant Rd) | P FROM 08:00 PM
ISRAELI ORTO-DA THEATRE GROUP: STONES | ART/ STAGE
An original performance full of strong images. The show deals with passion for life, heroic myth and victory of the spirit. The Embassy of Israeli &Trust & Honesty Int’l Co., Ltd ( Kokine Bar & Restaurant) cordially invite you to join The Israeli Orto-Da Theatre Group: Stones. ? Kokine Swimming Club - 34, Kokkine Swimming Club Lane, off Saya San Rd | P FROM 6:00 PM If you’ve never been to Kokine, this is a good time as any to catch a play at the same time.
TUESDAY SNIPPETS @ PANSODAN GALLERY | ACTIVITY
The Gallery opens its doors for one night a week to welcome all the art lovers who wish to meet others, discuss about the future of the scene and the country and perhaps grab a beer too. ? 286 Pansodan Road (Close by Ruby Mart) | P 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
what’s on WEDNESDAY 17TH DEC A VERY MYANMAR CHRISTMAS BY HARMONEAT | ACTIVITY Join Harmoneat for a very special festive cooking class! They’ll be teaching you to cook a Myanmar-style meal – with some X’mas treats! Fee: US$40 includes dinner, cooking class, a glass of wine/beer. Bookings www.harmoneat.com ? Downtown Yangon | P 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
HIP HOP @ VGASTRO.BAR | NIGHTLIE
Hip Hop Night: Smooth and nice old school Del La Soul style Hip Hop. Also it’s Ladies Night with 2-4-1 for all cocktails, all night long from 3pm. Hip Hop starts at 10pm ? 10K, Shwe Taung Gyar Rd, Bahan Tsp | P FROM 10:00 PM Taking their 2 in 1 deal further with great drink deals mashed with a Hip Hop Night
LIVE MUSIC @ 50TH STREET BAR | NIGHTLIFE
Come and hear their resident band doing live cover songs. ? 9/13 50th St, Botahtaung Tsp (off Merchant Rd) | P FROM 9:00 PM
CHOMOLANGMA: FACES OF TIBET PHOTO EXHIBITION @ THE LAB | ART/ NIGHTLIFE
The Lab hosts a photo exhibition by Claude Guyot during their opening hours. Profits will go to a health NGO in MYanmar. Wednesdays are also Mojito Night there with 2 for 1 mojitos at US$5! Copious amounts of Mojitos and a photo exhibition of Tibet - a first for The Lab. Mid-week boredom erased!
THURSDAY 18TH - 20TH DEC PARAMI FESTIVE MENU | DINING
Join us at Parami Pizza for our Festive Menu from December 18-20. US$35 per person! RSVP – Info@paramipizza.com or 01-667 449 before 15 Dec! ? Parami Pizza - 11/8, Corner of Malikha Rd and Parami Rd, 7th Qtr, Myangone Tsp | P 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
A VERY SAKE XMAS @ GEKKO | DINING
Celebrate Xmas @ Gekko with a specially created Japanese menu and sakura flower flavoured sparkling wine! US$60 per pax! RSVP info@gekkoyangon.com by Dec 15! ? 535, Merchant St, Kyauktada Tsp (same building with Lokanat Galleries) P 5:30 PM - 10:30 PM A different pre-Xmas Japanese-inspired celebration
promotion - Dec 15th - Jan 15th holiday season menu @ vino di zanotti | dining
Enjoy a 5 courses dinner with Limoncello or Digestive at the beautiful villa and garden of Vino Di Zanotti. Price: $40++. Valid until January 15, 2015. Reservations required. 01 - 525 935, 09 252 363 544 For MYANMORE card holiders Free Glass of Prosecco as welcome drink.
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KITCHEN INSPIRATION
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AGORA CAFE & RESTAURANT BY MiMi Wu
WHAT IT IS Agora is a café and restaurant inspired by Mexican antijitos (“little cravings”): typical Mexican street food like tacos and quesadillas. Its extensive menu also offers Asian, Tex-Mex, and build-your-own sandwich options. Look out for authentic Myanmar dishes in the coming months. Agora’s delightfully storied cocktails include a revival of Myanmar’s ginbased Pegu Club cocktail, first imbibed in the 1920s, and their version of the world’s longest named cocktail, inspired by Thai flavors. ATMOSPHERE The restaurant is divided into café and dining areas. The café, equipped with Wifi, fronts a back room suitable for 20. Doors lead into the expansive, high-ceilinged dining area with wooden tables, two private rooms, and its own bar. Capable of fitting over 100 people, it would serve well for a fiesta. Cue the Mariachi band. RECOMMENDATION Start with the mild and smooth guacamole with hits of refreshing lime. It’s served with fresh, flour tortilla chips. Patatas bravas, a Spanish tapas of potatoes smothered in tangy garlic aioli and chili, also makes a great snack. For the meal itself, I recommend the Mexican options, specifically the flavorful and moist chicken burrito wrapped in a thin and pliable tortilla. Happily, every bite has the right ratio of meat, beans, and seasoned rice – a requirement of any burrito enthusiast. Without its own noticeable spiciness, build your desired heat level with the accompanying chili-infused tomato sauce, and don’t be shy about adding guacamole. The quesadillas (your choice of meat and melted cheese sandwiched between tortillas) is another great option. If you’re not in the mood for meat, try the fish and chips. Agora adds Myanmar Beer to their batter, producing a light and airy encasing around a malty flavored fish. Mexican purists know that corn is king. Already, the ever-impressive owner May Thin Kyu is looking to source quality corn flour for authentic tortillas and chips. Admittedly, (as an American) I’m partial to flour tortillas, so I hope both options remain. FINAL THOUGHTS Like good Mexican food should, Agora satisfies without weighing you down. Though I would have liked more spice in the actual dishes, I also enjoyed having the side tomato chili sauce. With such an extensive menu, the only challenge you’ll likely have is deciding what to order. Here’s a hint: you’ll never go wrong with quesadillas or burritos and a side of guacamole. No. 84, Kanbe Main Road (Opposite of Yankin Children Hospital), Yankin Tsp. | Ph: 0930198968 | Opening Hours: 10:00 Am to 10:00 Pm
BOOK OF THE month Myanmar: Cuisine, Culture, and Customs Since Myanmar’s opening to the world in 2012, there has been a marked increase in interest in learning all things about the country. The problem tourists will face is the severe lack of relevant information found in print or online. Most problematic, is the dearth of information regarding Myanmar’s food. For an outsider, it is hard to imagine what kind of food is eaten in this country. Spicy? Sweet? Oily? Dry? For many people, cuisine is the first step in to the heart of the country’s soul. This month’s feature is Mohana Gill’s MyanPrice : 32,500 Ks mar: Cuisine, Culture, and Customs which places special emphasis on understanding Myanmar culture through an understanding of the country’s cuisine. What makes this book authentic is the knowledge Mohana has infused into her recepies through the 20 years of living in the country. The book’s first half features a straight look into 6 different areas of Myanmar. These divisions were not chosen based on their popularity of travel, but rather their significance to Mohana. Following the first half is the real meat of the book: Mohana’s recipes. Each dish is beautifully photographed with meticulous detail given to its preparation. If you are looking for a book that showcases the ethnic diversity of Myanmar, through the lens of cuisine, look no further than Mohana Gill’s Myanmar: Cuisine, Culture, and Customs. Your taste buds will thank you later. 150 Dhamazedi Road, Bahan Tsp
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