Well, here is a very popular coffee shop I know most Expats do not know about. Co Noi Cafe offers live music during the day on selected days. On Sunday, the band plays American popular hits and classics from 9 am until noon. Co Noi is a very relaxing environment worth a visit, or two. Definitely one of the best coffee shops in Saigon. Prices are similar to other cafes in the … [Read more...] about Co Noi Cafe
Istanbul Cafe
Well, this is one my favorite places to eat now. I get the chicken durum everytime. Sadly Timur will have to close in the near future so get some authentic while you can. Istanbul is located in the backpacker area on 90 Bui Vien street in District 1. … [Read more...] about Istanbul Cafe
Updating my iPad
iTunes told me I needed to update my iPad. I downloaded the software from my Macbook Pro and sync'd it to my iPad. I am enjoying being an Apple user now though I used an Android phone to update this blog. … [Read more...] about Updating my iPad
A horrible rainstorm in Saigon
I just endured a 30 minute Saigon deluge on my motorbike riding from Thao Dien (in District 2 near An Phu) to District 1. I am drying up at Java Cafe now with a hot chocolate and warm brownie. I got real wet out there today. I have ridden the District 1 to Thao Dien route for nearly a year now and the Dien Bien Phu and Nguyen Huu Canh streets for nearly 7 years now. I … [Read more...] about A horrible rainstorm in Saigon
Was Ubuntu really worth it?
I was surprised that I spent nearly a year running Ubuntu on my desktop, netbook and laptops at home. Unfortunately for Ubuntu, I brought back an iPad from the US after my 7 week trip. The iPad immediately replaced my eeePC that ran Ubuntu on it. Once I bought the iPad, the poor eeePC never saw daylight again. Yes, I love Android but I fell in love with the iPad, I have not … [Read more...] about Was Ubuntu really worth it?