MYANMORE : Weekly Guide to Yangon - 8th December 2017

8 - 14 DECEMBER 2017

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What’s On - December FRIDAY 8TH Karl Ross At The Penthouse | Nightlife DJ Karl Ross is back at the Penthouse. Come and enjoy your favorite dish followed by an extended set from 10pm. | RSVP: 09 771 239924. ? The Penthouse - 271-273, BargaYar St, Park side one building 8th floor, Sanchaung Tsp | P From 8:00 PM

Myanmar Companies Law: Incentives & Challenges | Educational The AMCHAM Legal Committee will present a high-level overview of the more interesting changes in this law, and how this new legislation will impact the local and international business community in Myanmar.

RSVP: Contact clara@amchammyanmar.com. ? Sule Shangri-La - 223, Sule Pagoda Rd, Kyauktada Tsp | P 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Voice Of the Youth 2017 Music Festival | Art & Stage Voice of the youth is coming up again. The varied artists are J+Me, Side Effect, Lil’Z, Ah Moon, Fever 109, Lanbar, Nightmare, Zwe Thet Paing , Kultureshock, T-Zin, Jimmy Jacobs & Mr. Luffie, The Myth, A Letter From Caesar, #RB2, Floke Rose (VOY2017 Song Contest Winner) and, as the guest artist, DEFILED (death metal band from Japan) plus DJ CEE (German DJ/Producer from KL) will come and perform. | RSVP : 09972137474, 09769331415, 09455573442, 09451010789. ? KanDawGyi National Park - Kandawgyi Lake, Bahan Tsp | P 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Rock It: Zaw Htet Han & Friends in YY | Nightlife Bye to Rain & Hello to Zhh-Classic Rock and original songs brought to you

by Zaw Htet Han & FRIENDS featuring Jeukosan and Katherine Mee Mee. | RSVP : 01 255 131. ? YangonYangon - 339,Bo Gyoke Aung San Rd, Kyauktada Tsp | P 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM

8TH - 10TH Ford Driving Skills for Life ( DSFL 2017 ) | Cars Ford Motor Company continues its global Driving Skills for Life (DSFL) safety programme in Myanmar by hosting a series of DSFL workshops in Yangon. More than 100 drivers - including civil servants, media, Ford customers and members of the community - participate in four half-day DSFL workshops free-of-charge. Organized in partnership with Ford’s local distributor partners, Capital Automotive and the RMA Group, trainers from the RMA Academy lead the DSFL training. ? The ONE Entertainment Park - Paw San Hmwe St, ThinGanGyun Tsp | P All Day

Myanmar Int'l Fashion Week | Art & Stage Myanmar Int'l Fashion Week 2017 organized by John Lwin at Shwe Htut Tin Compound. Day 1 - Designer Chaw Chaw (Silk & Luxury Fashion) Shwe Loon Late Pyar, Shwe Zar Chi Partate, THEIA Fashion By May Thinzar Theint Day 2 - FGM By Moegok Pauk Pauk, Alvaasce By Designer May Myat Warso, Moe Hti Nan Daw By Sandy Linn Naing, Nay Channel

By Khit Minn, Designer - Shartra Day 3 - Unique, Ladies Heart Fashion

By Mya Pwint Phyu, Designer - Htay Htay Tin, Designer DAVIS (BKK) | RSVP: 01 551 143. ? Shwe Htut Tin - East Horse Race Course Road, Tamwe Tsp | P From 6:00 PM

Fujifilm Xmas Special Sales 2017 | Shopping FujiFilm gives promotions for this Christmas event at Junction City. There will be discounts, special promotions, gifts, lucky draws and other special programs. ? Junction City - Corner of Bogyoke Rd and Shwe Dagon Pagoda Rd, Pabedan Tsp | P 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

What’s On SATURDAY 9TH 808 Festival Yangon 2017 | Art & Stage 808 Festival’s second episode is set to rock back Yangon at Thuwunnabhumi Event Park. Get Ready for 808 Yangon 2017 with top international acts: Timmy Trumpet, Vini Vici, BoomBox Cartel and many more. Get ticket at www.myanmoretickets.com ? Thuwunnabhumi Event Park - Thanthumar Rd, Between Shwe and Myanma Gongyaung housing, Thingangyun Tsp | P From 4:00 PM

Bad Santa Cocktails & Christmas Cookie Decorating | Nightlife Join us for a night of Christmas cookie decorating and Christmas cocktails from Group Bar manager Jen Queen! Mulled wine station 8,000++ kyats, Bourbon milk punch 8,000++ kyats, Christmas cookie decorating 1,500++ per cookie, Cranberry Sriracha Turkey Sliders 15,000++ kyats. | RSVP : 09 250 355 064. ? Union Bar and Grill - 42 Strand Road, Left corner of the Myanmar Red Cross Building, Botahtaung Tsp | P 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Paint & Sip for Charity | Art & Stage You can create your own paintings or follow step-by-step instructions from a professional artist. It's more fun if you've never painted before.

Tickets pre-sold at 33,000 kyats or $25. Only 20 seats available. | RSVP : 01 526289, 526298. ? Savoy Hotel - 129, Dhammazedi Road, Bahan Tsp | P 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

A Festive Christmas Concert | Art & Stage A festive Christmas concert with the Orchestra for Myanmar and the Strand Singers. With special guest conductor from Poland, Maestro Wojciech Czepiel. Free entry. People of all faiths welcome. ? Holy Trinity Cathedral - Bo Gyoke Aung San Rd, Infront of Junciton City, Pabedan Tsp | P 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Silky | Nightlife Silky has been booked to play at several of the world’s most influential club spaces and festivals the Standard Rooftop in Los Angeles and Mexico’s BPM Festival and now at The Penthouse. | RSVP : 09 771 239924. ? The Penthouse - 271-273 BarGaYar St Park side one building 8th floor, Sanchaung Tsp | P From 7:00 PM

Sir Skataba the Almighty @ Bar Bondi | Nightlife Sir Skataba the Almighty returns for another real reggae night at Bar Bondi. | RSVP: 09 969 116190. ? Bar Bondi - International Commercial Centre,Ground Floor. Corner of Strand Rd and Botahtaung Pagoda Rd, Botahtaung Tsp | P From 7:30 PM

Babett goes live x Fisewook | Nightlife Dj Fisewook is back to Babett for a crazy set of house and latino music.

Fisewook is always on the run to find music that reminds him of his childhood - despite his young age he was lulled with disco and groovy vibes. ? Babett Yangon - 5 Alan Pya Pagoda St, Dagon Tsp | P From 9:30 PM

9TH-12TH NEXUS 2 | Art & Stage Nexus 2 is an art exhibition with works from Aung Aung Taik and Nandar Maung. ? Gallery 65 - 65 Yaw Min Gyi St, Dagon Tsp | P 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

What’s On SUNDAY 10TH Japanese Flute Performance | Art & Stage Japanese Flute Master Mr Kohei Nishikawa will perform at Japan Culture House - not only Japanese traditional flute but also chorus from Japan Culture House. | RSVP: 09 45914 8405. ? Japan Culture House - Room 322B, 2nd Floor, Building C, Pearl Condo, Kabar Aye Pagoda Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Sunday Roast & Pool | Dining Sunday roast is a serious affair here at the Rose Garden Hotel. You will find at least three sharing roast choices on the menu, tapas style appetizers, luscious desserts, unlimited draft beer and soft drinks, kids’ corner, live music provided by local band LNR and usage of the swimming pool for only $26.00 / 36,400 kyats net per person. | Get ticket at www. myanmoreticket.com ? Rose Garden Hotel - 171, Upper Pansodan St, Mingalar Taung Nyunt Tsp | P 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Power House Aqua Zumba Pool Marathon 2 | Sports The Power House Aqua Zumba Pool Marathon 2 is happening at Yangon Waterboom from 3:30-5:30 PM. This is free for Power House members.

Non-members can get in on the fun for only 19,000 kyats and it comes with a free day pass for the gym. ? Yangon Water Boom - Shu Khin Thar, Tharkayta Tsp | P 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

MONDAY 11TH Zumba for Kids | Sports Dance fitness classes for kids ages 7-13, led by a certified instructor. We dance, play games and explore different cultures. All abilities welcome. | RSVP : 09 969 113841. ? York Yoga Corner - 28, 4th floor, Boyar Nyunt St, Dagon Tsp | P 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

TUESDAY 12TH Real Estate Sector Update | Business Real Estate is one of the top sectors for both local and foreign investment in Myanmar. Join us to hear the latest updates in this dynamic market. | RSVP: 01 250 388. ? PARKROYAL Yangon - 33, Alan Pya Phaya Rd, Dagon Tsp | P 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

THURSDAY 14TH AustCham Myanmar Christmas Party | Business Please join us for an evening full of fun celebration, great food and drinks as well as local entertainment. Please note the entrance fee covers free flow cocktails, wine, beer and soft drinks as well as canapes served all night. | RSVP: 01 2302092. ? Belmond Governor's Residence - 35 Taw Win Rd, Dagon Tsp | P 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

DISCLAIMER Information as of 5th December 2017. The events’ times and dates may change without notice. For more updated information, please check http:// myanmore.com/yangon/events-calendar

guide

Christmas Shopping Guide Finally the Christmas season has arrived. But if that thought invokes panic of where to search for gifts to buy, then relax and read our ideas of where’s good for festive shopping in Yangon. Whether you’re buying socks, sweaters, perfumes or cooking a dinner at home, we've got some suggestions for you:  1. CHRISTMAS TREES, LIGHTS & ORNAMENTS It’s the first picture to spring to mind when mulling the festive season: a beautiful Christmas tree adorned with lights and ornaments. For these purchases as well as Xmas headbands, Santa suits and the like, visit Marketplace by Citymart - where you can find them all in one place.

There’s total of five branches in Yangon, below are the addresses: Address: 6.5 Mile, Pyay Road Branch - No 69, 6.5 Mile, Pyay Road, Hlaing Tsp Address: Junction City Branch - Junction City (level 4), corner of Bogyoke Aung San Road and Shwe Dagon Pagoda Road, Pabedan Tsp Address: Sule Square Branch - Sule Square Center, No 221/A, Corner of Sule Pagoda Road and Anawrahta Road, Kyauktada Tsp Address: Golden Valley Branch - No 403/A, Dhamazedi Road & Golden Valley Road, Bahan Tsp Address: Myanmar Plaza Branch - Myanmar Plaza Shopping Center, No 192, Kaba Aye Pagoda Road, Bahan Tsp

 2. SOCKS, SCARVES, NIGHT SUITS, SHOES OR JUMPERS Junction City, Myanmar Plaza, Junction Square, Citymall St. John and Taw Win Centre are all great for Christmas fashion goods (we’re talking dodgy scarves, garish jumpers, questionable pyjamas etc). They all have branded outlets, reasonably priced shops and small merchandise places. But for online shopping here are some recommendations: www.yangonbay.com www.yangononlinestore.com www.360malls.com.mm www.shop.com.mm www.netzay.com.mm

 3. COSMETICS OR PERFUMES Cosmetics and perfumes (brands like MAC, Shiseido, NARS, Chanel) can be found at the above places as well. As an alternative, you can go to Citymarts or Beauty Diary Myanmar outlets for a small shopping.

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 4. BOOKS Although millions of books have been uploaded to the web, some, like me, still enjoy turning the page, carrying the book, even catching its smell.

Books are perfect companions for staying in with a cup of coffee. They are also perfect presents. Here’s where to buy them in Yangon: Address: Innwa Books & Cafe – 206(D), 2nd Floor, Myanmar Plaza, Kaba Aye Pagoda Rd, Bahan Tsp Address: Yangon Book Plaza – 5th Floor, Than Market, Lanmadaw Tsp Address: TAB Book Centres - Taw Win Centre, Myanmar Culture Valley and Hledan Center Address: Monument Books Store - 150, Dhamazedi Rd, Corner of Link Rd, Bahan Tsp Address: Myanmar Book Centre - Corner of Baho Rd & Ahlone Rd, Ahlone Tsp Address: Bookworm Books - 229, Pansodan Street (Upper Block), Kyauktada Tsp

 5. PETS A dog is for life, not just for Christmas. If you truly abide by that and want a dog, here are some of the most famous pet shops in Yangon: Address: The Pet House - Rose Garden 4, Pin Lone Housing, North Dagon Tsp, Ph: 09 44447 8259 Address: Golden Triangle Pet Shop - 22A Shukhinthar Mayopat Road, Corner of Myoma Street.16, Thaketa Tsp, Ph: 09 42801 1455

 6. COOK A DINNER Are you preparing a Christmas feast at your place? Check out your local market or (again) visit your local Citymart, since it is likely to have all the ingredients you need.  7. WINE BOTTLES Want a festive tipple or 12? Wine is the Christmas toast that will warm your toes and, well, get you drunk. Some wine shops: Address: Avenue Wine Bar - 138C, New University Avenue Road, Bahan Tsp, Ph: 01 400842 Address: APEX Gourmet - 18-2, Inya Road, Kamayut Tsp, Ph: 09 781 503645 Address: The Warehouse Myanmar - 150 Dhammazedi Road, Corner or Link Lane, Bahan Tsp, Ph: 01 537805-06

 8. COOKIES & CAKES Finally, every Christmas feast should finish on a sweet note. Gourmet shops from Parkroyal, Sule Shangri La, Chatrium and Novotel Yangon Max offer special discounts on packages. You can also go to Season Bakeries at Citymarts or check out these popular Yangon bakeries: Address: Yangon Bakehouse - Block C, Ground Floor, Pearl Condo, Kabar Aye Pagoda Road, Bahan Tsp Address: Acacia Tea Salon - Saya San Road, Bahan Tsp Address: Angel Phoo's Bakery - 39 Khatter Street, Sanchaung Tsp Address: Paradise Bakery - 16 Tharaphy Street, Ahlone Tsp Address: Kudos Bakery - Ahnawyahtar Road between 49th and 50th Streets, Pazundaung Tsp

review

Strong Sushi

BY RAYMOND W. POSTGATE

Yangon is not short of Japanese restaurants; the Bento box is swiftly becoming as ubiquitous as the Probox, and you’ve probably found your favourite spot already. But it is good to broaden your horizons occasionally, and with this in mind I venture into Edo Zushi.

The rooms are uninspiring, the lighting not dark enough to be cosy or bright enough to be useful, so we head to the counter - always the best spot anyway.

The menu is comprehensive, and the staff outnumber us three to one and do that intimidating ‘hover over your shoulder’ thing - we order quickly.

The salmon sashimi is simply served with daikon and wasabi; it is an excellent start, and just the thing to get the juices flowing. This wasabi isn’t the florescent green novelty toothpaste squirted onto the edge of your plate; this is a more complex animal altogether. Darker green and fibrous, this wasabi treats your taste buds to a brief sweetness that bursts into flames in your mouth. It is a fabulous accompaniment to the sashimi and not a distraction; but be warned it is dangerously addictive.

The sushi platter comes next and the chef skilfully moulds each one like a conjurer performing close-up magic and carefully places each on the plate.

The rice is still warm, solid enough to withstand a dip in soy, yet delicate enough to collapse on the tongue. The fish is tasty, the squid melts in the mouth and the salmon roe pop perfectly under pressure.

The Futomaki and salmon rolls are nice and tight with just the right balance of textures and flavours. Overall the bill comes to just over $30, including a draught Kirin and a glass of surprisingly agreeable crisp white wine. Edo Zushi are not going to win awards for ambience or service but that matters not when you’re presented with some of the best sushi you are ever going to eat in Yangon.

Address: No.290-B U Wisara Road, Kamayut Township, Yangon Phone: 09 259 040 853 Opening hours: 11am-11pm

"Great sushi here and nice atmosphere!

Must come again..."

Saung

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new opening

Pan Pacific’s Saan Buffet

BY DUNCAN HINES The newly opened five-star hotel Pan Pacific connected to Junction City in downtown Yangon has launched Saan, a classy addition to the city’s fairly cramped buffet scene.

Days before its official opening on Friday, December 8, Myanmore was invited to sample some of the dishes and chat with Tony Choo, the chef behind the establishment.

“Everywhere you go there is a lot of fancy food – like molecular fusion,” says the 56-year-old Singaporean. “All of this will not last. I’m going back to basics, comfort food, quality.”

Choo is a celebrated chef in his homeland, the author of two cookbooks and a favourite among the island’s leaders and celebrities. He has made it a point to train local chefs for Saan – meaning ‘rice grain’ – including the Myanmar sous chef.

But the focus is not completely on the food. Saan's staff tout the vista from the floor-to-ceiling windows of Holy Trinity Cathedral and Shwedagon Pagoda.

It’s a view to be enjoyed both day and night while delving into the buffet scene, a broad scope that includes roast beef, Peking duck, pastas, grilled fish and sushi. Indeed, the seafood game is strong, with a huge icy pool of cooked lobster, mussel and crab.

The dessert corner is packed with addictive fun-size cakes including crème brulee and tarts of viscous chocolate that glimmer like oil slicks. Be warned, however, there is a cheese-shaped hole in the offerings.

“We are figuring out what guests want,” says Choo, who has been in the industry for over 40 years. “The European market will like cheese but a lot of Asians won’t appreciate it. We have to find the balance for our clientele.”

Because of the superb location, “we will capture not only the local market but also the tourists,” added Choo.

The breakfast buffet including juice, coffee and tea costs US$22, lunch costs $38 and dinner including free flow wine and champagne costs $45.

A la carte is also available.

Address: Corner of Bogyoke Aung San Road and Shwe Dagon Pagoda Road, Pabedan Township, Yangon Phone: 01 925 3810

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AH MOON UNPLUGGED CONCERT @ THE PENTHOUSE 3RD DEC 2017 PHOTOS BY LEO JACKSON

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now showing

Now showing in Yangon cinemas from 8th - 14th December 2017.

COCO Coco is a 2017 American 3D computer-animated musical fantasy film. A 12-year-old boy is accidentally transported to the land of the dead, where he seeks the help of his musician great-great-grandfather to return him to his family among the living.

Junction City, Junction Square, City Mall, Nay Pyi Daw, Mingalar Cineplex (Gamone Pwint)

PADDINGTON 2 Paddington 2 is a 2017 British live-action adventure comedy film.

Based on the stories of the character Paddington Bear.

Junction City, Mingalar Cineplex (Gamone Pwint), Nay Pyi Daw

JUSTICE LEAGUE Justice League is a 2017 American superhero film. The superhero team forms to honor to save the planet from Steppenwolf.

Nay Pyi Daw

HTAR WA RA A MAY Htar Wa Ra A May is a Burmese Drama Movie directed by Zin Yaw Mg Mg with the stars: Nay Toe, Wut Hmone Shwe Yee and May Than Nu. Junction City, Junction Maw Tin, Junction Square, City Mall, Mingalar Sanpya Cineplex, Mingalar Cineplex (Gamone Pwint), Thamada Cinema, Mingalar

NGAR KA BO AUNG DIN Ngar Ka Bo Aung Din is a Burmese Comedy Movie directed by Ko Zaw (Arr Yone Oo) with stars : Min Maw Gyun, Pyay T Oo, Ei Chaw Po. Junction City, Junction Maw Tin, Junction Square, Mingalar Sanpya Cineplex, Mingalar Cineplex (Gamone Pwint), Shae Saung Cinema, Thwin

TAR TAY GYI Tar Tay Gyi is a Burmese Horror Movie directed by Wine.

Junction City, Junction Maw Tin, Junction Square, City Mall, Mingalar Sanpya Cineplex, Mingalar Cineplex (Gamone Pwint), Mingalar Cinema 2(Dagon Centre (II)

Junction Maw Tin | 01 225 244 Junction City | 01 9253591, 01 9253592 Junction Square | 01 527 055 City Mall | 09 764802081 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 Nay Pyi Daw | 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 (Tharkayta) | 01 556 782 Mega Ace (Tamwe) | 01 554 383 Mega Ace (North Okkalapa) | 09 971 750 91

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- 10% off Monday to Thursday - Must order minimum of 10000 ks - Not in conjunction with any other offers ? HAGL Myanmar Centre, Yangon 09 979 887911

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- Super Mondays deal (applicable on all Mondays) Buy one sushi roll, get one free! ? 221, Sule Pagoda Rd, Yangon 09 979 414065

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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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