MYANMORE : Weekly Guide to Yangon - 20th September 2019

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20-26 SEP 2019

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Weekly Guide

Friday 20th

Lady J X Port Autonomy Join Lady J at Port Autonomy where she will be spinning a blend of Hip Hop & Trap to get you up on the dance floor for another unforgettable Friday night. ? Port Autonomy - No.42, Strand Rd, Botahtaung Tsp | P From 10 pm

Mamacita Latin Night at Club Rizzoli No matter what style of Social Dance you prefer - there’s gonna be fun, gossip, laughter, dance and lots more with your girl gang at Club Rizzoli. Get your dancing shoes on, join at Club Rizzoli on this Friday and heat up the dance floor with Latin beats. For more information,please call 01 544 500. ?Club Rizzoli At Chatrium - No.40, Natmauk Road, Tamwe Tsp | P 9 pm - 11:30 pm

Rugby Opening Day See the first game of Rugby World Cup at Time Out Sports Bar. A lot of special promotions such as Buy 1 Get 1 all draught beers during the game, combo deals and even a chance for you to win a free glass of beer if you guess the winning team right. For reservation, please call 09 444088885. ? Time Out Sports Bar - Novotel Yangon Max, No,459, Pyay Rd, Kamayut Tsp | P 4 pm - 8:30 pm

Open Your Eyes Enjoy an unforgettable with local best Underground DJs spinning multi genre electronic music. Artist Line Up are 1807, Houseguy, LEONIUM, Sauci and Su_Su. ? LEVEL 2 - Yangon International Hotel Compound, Dagon Tsp | P From 10 pm

House Party Join at The Penthouse this Friday for some “proper” music with DJ Mike. Come for dinner and stay for the party. ? The Penthouse - No.271/273, Bargayar Road, Park Side One building, 8th floor, Sanchaung Tsp | From P 7 pm

20th to 22nd

UMFCCI Centennial International Expo This event is organized by UMFCCI with the cooperation of Ministry of Commerce and Ministry of Industry as 100 Years anniversary of UMFCCI. There will be over 200 showrooms showing their products and also Lucky Draw program. ? Fortune Plaza - Min nanda Rd, Thakayta Tsp | P 9 am - 5 pm

Toyota Aye and Sons Roadshow From 20th to 22nd of September, Toyota Aye and Sons will display Avanza, Rush, Fortuner, New Hiace and Toyota Vios at Junction Square. ? Junction Square - Pyay Rd, Kamayut Tsp | P 9 am - 9 pm

Saturday 21st

FG Live Lounge - Myo Kyawt Myaing This time the famous singer, Myo Kyawt Myaing, will perform you with his love songs to you all. Ticket price is 15,000 kyats and 09 44515 1010. ? Yay Kuu Amplified Broadcast Station - Wai Zayan Tar Road, South Okkalapa Tsp | P 6 pm - 9 pm

Saturday Yoke Shin This month, the screening of Japanese animation movie, “Children Who Chase Lost Voices” by the director Shinkai Makoto who amazed the audience from all over the world with his animation called “Five centimeters per second” and “Voices of a distant star” will take place at The Japan Foundation. ? The Japan Foundation - No.70, Natmauk Lane (1), Bahan Tsp | P 2 pm - 4 pm

Youk $hi & Chill Youk Shi is coming back with Idiots, mary, Eternal Gosh and May. Ticket Price is 18,000 Kyats and if you want to order ticket please call 09 44515 1010. ? The galleria 9 cafe & restaurant - No.9, Kabar Aye Pagoda Rd, Golden Valley Ward 2, Bahan Tsp | P 6 pm - 11 pm

Edogawa T/S Music Live EDOGAWA T/S appears in the Pirate Bar after a long time. This time, guest singer from Japan participated. Let’s enjoy drinking, good food and music together. There is no music charge. ? Pirate Bar - G-9, Ground Floor, Urban Asia Center, Corner of Mahabandoola Rd and 48th St, Botahtaung Tsp | P 8 pm - 10 pm

Port Autonomy presents Soulmazing with KL’s Victor Trixter This is the first time to host SOULMAZING at Port Autonomy with DJ Victor Trixter. FREE ENTRY. Buy One, Get One Free on select cocktails & Bawdar beer between 7pm-9pm ? Port Autonomy - No.42, Strand Rd, Botahtaung Tsp | P From 10 pm

Myanmar’s Biggest Career Fair JobNet will be introducing their CV scanning technology exclusively at JobNATION 2019 on 21st September with the new Digital CV and Digital ID tools, this will be the first almost paperless career event in Myanmar. Job seekers need to bring nothing except their smartphone for QR codes scanning as paper and document files are no longer necessary for JobNATION 2019. ? Novotel Yangon Max - No.459, Pyay Rd, Kamayut Tsp | P 9 am - 5 pm

21st - 22nd Three for Free

Explore and shop at The Secretariat for three weekends in September at no charge. Be sure and take a selfie and you could win a prize for your great photo. ? The Secretariat - No.300, Thein Phyu Road (Middle Block), Botahtaung Tsp | P 10 am - 5 pm

21st - 23rd

M.P.P Yei Myint: Bagan Art Exhibition Discover the Impressionist strokes of M.P.P Yei Myint as he portrays the beauty of Myanmar’s ancient city, Bagan, with the exhibition sparked by Bagan’s listing in UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites. ? Pansuriya - No.100, Bogalay Zay Street, Botahtaung Tsp | P 10 am - 6 pm

Monday 23rd

GTalk Yangon: The Importance of Personal Branding Personal branding refers to establishing and promoting what you stand for. Your personal brand is the unique combination of skills and experiences that make you, you. Defining who you are is the most important differentiator you can make in today’s world. In this G Talk, Ms. Suni will highlight how Personal Branding can help you in Myanmar’s emerging business environment. ? Hotel G Yangon - No.5, Alan Pya Pagoda St, Dagon Tsp | P 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Tuesday 24th

Joint European Chambers Networking - 4th Edition Join like minded professionals from the seven European Chambers for an evening of networking and business mingling to expand your business network. Enjoy the free flow of wine & beer with live cooking stations and pass around canapes. Cost to Members is 20 USD and Cost to Non-Member is 30 USD. ? Rosewood Yangon - No.14, Strand Rd, Kyauktada Tsp | P 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

24th - 25th

Drink and Draw: African Art African art has had an important influence on European Modernist art, which was inspired by their lack of concern for naturalistic depiction. It was this appreciation of African sculpture that has been attributed to the very concept of “African art”, as seen by European and American artists and art historians. ? Pansuriya - No.100, Bogalay Zay Street, Botahtaung Tsp | P 7 pm - 11 pm

Wednesday 25th

Live Jazz Night at Sarkies Bar Every Wednesday, jazz quartet will play live at Sarkies Bar from 7pm to 10pm. On the evening, enjoy $5 Imported Beers, $6 select cocktails and welect wine by the glass. For reservations, please call (95) 1 243 377~79. ? Sarkies Bar - Strand hotel, No.92, Strand Rd, Kyauktada Tsp | P 7 pm - 10 pm

Thursday 26th

Wine Expo Myanmar 2019 Myanmar’s inaugural Wine Expo is poised to become the country’s most important wine event. Asia Expo Services is pleased to present a powerful platform for business, networking and learning, taking place over two days at the prestigious Grand Mercure Yangon Golden Empire Hotel. ? Grand Mercure Yangon Golden Empire - Corner of Myittar & Tha Khin Phoe Hla Gyi Rd, South Okkalapa Tsp | P From 10 am DISCLAIMER : Information as of 17th September 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’s 23rd Anniversary Package From MMK 279,000++ (USD 180++) per night, come and join us as we offer a toast to Sedona Hotel Yangon’s 23 rd birthday. Pleasure in the luxurious space of our Prestige Rooms including variety of complimentary services at the exclusive Inya Wing. Available from September 18 to October 10 2019. ? Sedona Hotel Yangon - No.1, Set Mhu 1 Rd, Yankin Tsp

The Strand’s Staycation Package Experience the quiet comfort and understated luxury of The Strand Hotel with our Strand Staycation offer. Priced at US$ 299 only for two persons, the package includes a one-night stay in a Deluxe Suite, 60 minutes Strand Massage per person and a 3-course set lunch or dinner for two at the Strand Café. Offer available until September 30th, 2019 for stays until December 31st, 2019. For more information and booking, please call at (95) 1243 377. ? Strand Restaurant - No.92, Strand Rd, Kyauktada Tsp

Saturday Promotion at Ember Buy any 2 Beers and get a Free Karaage. The more you drink, the more you eat! We will be giving our complimentary snacks to all you beer lovers at Ember. Each time you order any 2 Beers, we will provide a complimentary snack for you. Promotion lasts till 10:30PM. ? Ember Japanese Restaurant & Bar - Corner of Kabar Aye Pagoda Rd and Kan Bae Rd, Yankin Tsp | P till 10:30 pm

BEST OFFER in TOWN at The RITZ Yangon The Ritz Yangon offer 50% DISCOUNT on its ITALIAN CUISINE menu. The Discount offers until 30 SEPTEMBER. ? The Ritz Yangon - No.61, University, Avenue Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 11 am - 11 pm

Everyday Promotions at Knob N’ Knocker Monday & Tuesday – Buy 1 get 1 free Wine Glass Wednesday – Couple’s Night. Ladies get a free cocktail for every drink the man purchases.

Friday – Ladies Night, Free Cocktails for ladies from 6pm to 9pm Saturday – Beer Buffet. Free Flow Beer from 8pm to 11pm.

15000mmk for 2 person Sunday – 10% Discount on all food ? Knob N’Knockers - Pearl Condo, Kabaraye Pagoda Rd, Bahan Tsp

Unlimited Saturdays at Prime Rib 8 hour SMOKED POINT END BEEF BRISKET will be served unlimited every Saturday evening with free flow beer from 6pm till 9pm at Prime Rib for Ks25000 per person. Reservations are highly recommended. so CALL Now to reserve, or take a chance. For reservations call 09264655551. ? Prime Rib - Urban Asia Center, Corner of Maha Bandoola Road and 48th Street, Botahtaung Township | P 6 pm - 9 pm

Babett Goes Live x Dennis This coming Saturday, Pop and cover singer Dennis will be performing during Babett Goes Live starting at 8pm until 11pm. Join us for some fun live music experience and refresh yourself with cold beers, cocktails and delicious French cuisine. ? Babett Yangon - No.5, Alan Pya Pagoda Rd, Dagon Tsp | P 8 pm - 11 pm

GUIDE

Bars with Unplugged Music T Nang Seng Myat We all love a little acoustic jam at our favorite bar or nightspot. Here you’ll find a list of places you can listen and relax to some unplugged music while enjoying some drinks!

50th Street Restaurant & Bar Fridays - 8:30 pm-11:00 pm (Blues Corner Band) 9/13 50th Street, Botataung Township Yangon.

7th Joint Bar & Grill Every Sunday 48th Street,Mahabandula Road,Yangon.

Bar 20 ROOF Everyday except Mondays 8:30 pm -10:30 pm No.82/14,Shwegondaing Road,Bahan Township.Yangon.

Chinese 47 Myanmar BAR47 Fridays - (The Salt band) No.91, Shwe Gon Daing Road, Bahan Yangon.

Chris Bar Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays pa / 1 , Padonmar St Sanchaung, Yangon, The Corner Bar Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays No.166, Sanchaung road, Sanchaung Yangon.

CUBA 4 Everyday - 7:30 pm - til late Urban Asia Center, 48th street, Mahabandula Road, Yangon.

Ginki Kids Restaurant Sundays - 8:00 pm-11:00 pm No(18).kanbawza street,Golden valley(1),Bahan Township, Yangon.

GREAT BURMA Everyday except Monday and Thursday - 7:00 pm -11:30 pm Corner of Natnataw Road & Kyun Taw Road, Yangon.

Kelvin’s 20 Bar Everyday except Mondays - 9:00 pm - 11:30 pm No-3 Corner of Pho Sein Road & Nat Mouk Road, Ground floor of Kyaw Karaoke,Beside of Chatrium Hotel Bahan Ts, Yangon.

My Garden Restaurant Everyday - 7:15 pm - 11:00 pm Ahlone Road, Infront of Summit Park View Hotel, Ahlone Township, Yangon.

Old Skool Every day - 6:30 pm -10:00 pm No.86(B),Shin Saw Pu street,San Chaung township, Yangon.

Everyday except Mondays - 8:00 pm -12:00 pm No.24 B, Myitta Yeik Mon Housing, Tha Mein Ba Yan Road, Nat Chaung Ward, Tamwe Township, Yangon.

The Radio Bar Every day - 7:30 pm - till closing (Relax band, The Salt band, Blue Corner band) No(24), Aung Zeya street, Yankin Township, Yangon.

RedDot BrewHouse Myanmar Fridays and Saturdays 7:00 pm -10:00 pm Sports Bar at Inya Lake Hotel Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays - 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm Mya Yeik Nyo Hotel No. 20. Pa-le Road, Bahan Township, Yangon.

The Basement Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays - 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm 785 Mahabandoola Road, Lanmadaw Township, Yangon.

The Breeze Bar Rooftop Bar Fridays No.324, Than Thu Mar Road, Thuwanna (Thingangyun) Tsp, Yangon.

The Class Fridays - 7:00 pm -10:30 pm 161, Warden Street, Lanmadaw Township, Yangon.

The Lord Wednesdays No.16, Aung Zeya Road, Yankin Township, Yangon.

Theatre2 by Burdubai Wednesdays and Sundays - 7:30 pm -11:00 pm (the Silent band) 61/Za, Aung Zeya Road, 13 Quater, Yankin, Yangon.

TIPSY Mondays and Thursdays - 7:30 pm -11:00 pm No.138 C, New University Avenue Road, Bahan Tsp, Yangon, Yangon.

Urban Bar & BBQ Friday - 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Phone Gyi Street, Yangon.

Vista Rooftop Bar Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays - 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm No(168) A, Corner Of Old Yay Tar Shay & Shwe Gone Daing Road, Bahan, Yangon.

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REVIE

Bamboo: Fresh noodles, fair prices and yummy flavors The first thing you notice when you walk in to Bamboo Noodle is how spotlessly clean it is. Or maybe that is just me because I like things to be nice and clean! It shows me that the management cares about the customer experience. The kitchen has a glass barrier so although the noise and smell doesn’t penetrate into the main room, you can see the preparation of foods fresh for you.

The day I visited, one of the two air conditioning units wasn’t working very well, but to make sure customers were comfortable, they had thoughtfully installed a huge fan and everyone was cool and refreshed. They also had a fan for the kitchen staff which I found thoughtful and demonstrated an understanding of staff moral.

The tables are long sharing tables, which work well as several people can share for a nice atmosphere. They are also good for a big group as I saw when I was there, with everyone able to get round the table without lots of moving the furniture around. On the table is the ubiquitous chilli, salt and napkins, as well as toothpicks, real chopsticks (rather than wooden or plastic) and packets of crispy pork skin.

The key themes are bare wood, with sanded light table tops, and slices of cork on the walls. This with the white tiles gives bright room, even though the only windows are at the front. Hot green tea is presented when you take a seat, rather than the standard already being on the table, and it’s nice that it is prepared when you need it.

Being a noodle house, of course the options are mainly noodles, but as a big fan of Shan noodles this was definitely a plus for me. I went for Shan Noodle (2,000 Kyats) salad style, not soup, and with chicken rather than pork. I also chose Dumplings Soup (2,500 Kyats). Both came with pickles and broth.

The noodles came with a good bit of spice but not overwhelming, and there was plenty of chicken and it was in proper bite size chunks. For me, the noodles were rather on the sticky side, grouping together in clumps that made them more difficult to eat and less of the lovely silky texture really good Shan noodles has. Overall good flavour though. I got a bowl of ten big dumplings, which were plump and flavorful. There was lots of lovely soy coming through, and plenty of fresh tartness from the spring onions.

I would say Bamboo Noodles is a good option if you work or live locally and are in need of a quick and easy lunch.

Address: No.5, South Race Course Road, Tamwe Township, Yangon Tel: 09 2017326, 09 97968141 Hours: 6am – 9pm

GALLERY

CRAFT WEEKEND AT TOURIST BURMA BUILDING 14 - 15 SEP 2019

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IN CINEMA

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

It Chapter Two Twenty-seven years after their first encounter with the terrifying Pennywise, the Losers Club have grown up and moved away, until a devastating phone call brings them back.

Mingalar Cinemas (Nay Pyi Taw, Sanpya, Gamone Pwint, Tamwe, South Dagon, Gold Class) Mega Ace Cinemas (Dawbon)

47 Meters Down: Uncaged Four teen girls diving in a ruined underwater city quickly learn they’ve entered the territory of the deadliest shark species in the claustrophobic labyrinth of submerged caves.

Mega Ace Cinemas (North Okkalapa, Dawbon, Hlaing Thar Yar) SAHHO Indian action thriller film about an expansive criminal syndicate engulfed in a power struggle following the death of their leader all the while intelligence agencies use this to their advantage to take them down once and for all.

Mingalar Cinemas (Nay Pyi Taw) Yuu Aung Chit Mae Lu Sometimes, love is happiness, sometimes it is sadness and pain, and sometimes it is craziness. Follow the Yuu Aung Chit Mae Lu story when it comes to theatres.

Mingalar Cinemas (Sanpya, Shae Saung, Gamone Pwint, North Okkalpa, Tamwe, Sein Gay Har, South Dagon, Gold Class)

Junction Maw Tin | 01 225 244 Junction City | 01-9253591, 01-9253592 Junction Square | 01 527 055 City Mall | 09 764802081 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 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

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The ritz Yangon 10 % off total bill

? 61, University, Avenue Road, Bahan Township 09 44665 6925

Ocean Pride

15% off total bill ? No.20, Thuka Waddy Street, Yankin Township 09 44399 3772

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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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