At approximately 8:26 PM Saigon time (6:26 AM San Fransico time), I officially reached my 37th birthday. As per my tradition in Saigon, I like to have my birthday dinner at the Sushi Bar at Zen Plaza. Today was no different :-) I love Japanese food!!! I know many of you do not know, but I am half-Japanese which explains why I love Japanese food. I can make a couple good … [Read more...] about Zen Plaza Sushi Bar – Saigon
Archives for 2009
Tan Son Nhat Airport Parkson Food Court
Last Saturday I finally visited the Parkson's department store next to the Tan Son Nhat airport. My friends and I went there to have dinner at the food court. The selection of small fast food restaurants were very good. I ended up ordering a Malaysian fusion dish. (I ordered my meal here) (Another good food kiosk) (Lotteria is everywhere) (Dessert :-) ) … [Read more...] about Tan Son Nhat Airport Parkson Food Court
New Saigon Expat Blogger
I want to introduce you all to a new Saigon Expat Blogger, Petro (Peter) Smith, from the US. Petro teaches English in Saigon. Visit his blog for a very thorough description of his experiences in Vietnam. A belated welcome to you Petro to the Saigon Expat Blogging community. The Rock of Saigon: Petro's Adventures in Teaching -> http://therockofsaigon.blogspot.com/ … [Read more...] about New Saigon Expat Blogger
2002 Venezuelan coup d’état attempt
Today is the 9 year anniversary of the Venezuelan coup attempt against President Hugo Chavez. I first heard about Hugo Chavez back in 2002 right before the failed coup attempt. The Western media has a tendency to demonize Chavez while in many academic circles around the world, Chavez is viewed as the new Che Guevara. What does seems clear is that big business, MNCs, oil … [Read more...] about 2002 Venezuelan coup d’état attempt
Found another convenient HSBC ATM
I am still surprised at the number of HSBC ATMs across Saigon nowadays. ATMs of various banks seem to be everywhere. Just a couple years ago, the closest HSBC ATM was in District 1. Since I was a bit lazy, I ended up choosing another bank's ATM nearby running up huge ATM service fees. This particular HSBC ATM is located near Cinebox right next to the famous pagoda at the … [Read more...] about Found another convenient HSBC ATM