Last Thursday, we had our informal first meetup of Alumni from the University of Washington who are currently in Vietnam. We met up at Carl's, Jr., and then finished off at Highlands. There was just three of us from the UW; Tam, Quynh Anh, and I. We also had a Ohio State University straggler with us who was kind enough to take the below photo for us. Tam is leading the … [Read more...] about University of Washington Alumni Meet in Saigon
Archives for 2010
Carl’s, Jr., in Saigon (Vincom Center)
I made a visit to the newly opened Carl's, Jr., fastfood restaurant at the Vincom Center's Food Court in Saigon. I had my first mushroom burger in Vietnam. It was okay but in the end, we all prefer Black Cat's hamburgers instead. Make one visit to Carl's, Jr., and then never go back... :-) … [Read more...] about Carl’s, Jr., in Saigon (Vincom Center)
Mexican Food at Mimosa
Okay, I will admit it, I tend to spend most of my lunches at Mimosa, 88 Bui Vien Street (Pham Ngu Lao) for the last 5 years. I have known some of the wait staff and chef for a really long time now. The chef is one of the best in the backpacker area in my opinion. He is really good at Tex-Mex dishes such as my favorite below: (Something similar to enchiladas) … [Read more...] about Mexican Food at Mimosa
I got my work permit (^_^)
Well, finally, after trying for nearly 10 months, I got my work permit. I can now legally work in Vietnam for the Horizon International Bilingual School for the next 3 years in various capacities relating to IT. My work permit can be extended three times possibly up to 9 more years for a total of 12 years. My school is now working on getting me my 3 year temporary resident … [Read more...] about I got my work permit (^_^)
Six Years in Saigon (2004-2010)
It is hard to believe, last week I hit the six year mark in Vietnam. Things have changed in the last six years I have lived in Saigon. I have lived in several parts of the city, each with their own memories: Thu Duc District (May, 2004, - September, 2004) - I volunteered for Jon Tinquist's Amerasian organization, AAHope. Jon and his assistant, Bao Chau, took care of me … [Read more...] about Six Years in Saigon (2004-2010)