Once again many internet users in Vietnam are unable to access Facebook and Blogspot. A number of other websites may be inaccessible at this time as well. It is a big hinderance especially those of us that rely on Facebook to keep in touch with friends and family back home. As usual, rumors are flying about another internet upgrade. If that was the case, though, why are the … [Read more...] about Traffic policing in Vietnam?
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Iskender in Saigon, Vietnam
This is my favorite Turkish dish called Iskender. I first had it in Istanbul, Turkey, back in the summer of 2002. Every chance I get I eat it. By far, this is the one of the best Iskenders I have had in a long, long time. … [Read more...] about Iskender in Saigon, Vietnam
Turkish Coffee in Saigon, Vietnam
The Turks like to joke, if you want to stay up a week, drink some Turkish coffee. Oddly enough, despite the graininess of the coffee, it is quite good. Do not worry though, if you follow the cup of Turkish coffee with a big Turkish meal, you will be able to take a long nap. I had this cup of coffee at the Berru Turkish Coffee and Restaurant. … [Read more...] about Turkish Coffee in Saigon, Vietnam
Turkish Restaurant in Saigon, Vietnam
I am a huge fan of Turkish food having first tried it in Taraz, Kazakhstan, back in 1998. It was nice to see a high quality, reasonably priced Turkish restaurant opening up in Saigon, Vietnam. Of course it was opened by friends. Since the prices are good, I may gain about 10 kilos within a year. :-) … [Read more...] about Turkish Restaurant in Saigon, Vietnam
Welcome 2012 Year of the Dragon
New Years is upon us again. For Japanese around the world, the Japanese New Year of the Dragon starts tomorrow. Happy 2012 Year of the Dragon to everyone around the world. … [Read more...] about Welcome 2012 Year of the Dragon