I had to ship my documents to the US but there was no USPS or FedEx at the Central Post Office in Saigon today. No choice, had to cough up $60 to send my documents via DHL. USPS is normally $26 and FedEx $48. … [Read more...] about DHL to the rescue
district 1
Saturday Buffet at Babas Kitchen
My big Saturday treat. After I workout at the new Get Fit Gym in District 4, I head to Babas for the all you can eat buffet. Today they had my favorite, chilli chicken. I normally eat two-three servings. My dinner remains small for obvious reasons.:-) … [Read more...] about Saturday Buffet at Babas Kitchen
Great meal at Indus Indian Restaurant
Since Bon Mua was closed for renovation, Tony and I head next door to Indus Indian Restaurant on 11-2G Thi Sachin street in District 1. I am glad we did, the food was awesome. I ordered the thali to compare with Babas Kitchen. Wow, amazing, the cooks use different spices to enhance his thali. I loved it as much as the thali at Babas. It is worth a visit if you are in this … [Read more...] about Great meal at Indus Indian Restaurant
Monday morning across from the US Consulate
I had to pick up a letter from the US Consulate this morning. Perfect time for some shots. First picture is of the US Consulate itself which was not as busy as I thought it would be: Here is Diamond Plaza: And finally Kumho Plaza and ANZ Bank: … [Read more...] about Monday morning across from the US Consulate
Insomnia
For some odd reason, I get a lot of insomnia in Saigon. Today is another one of those nights that I cannot sleep. I did drink a cup of masala tea at 4 pm today but it really should not have affected me that much. It was one small cup. Hmm, time to count sheep I guess. Just wish Hoshi would stop chasing them while I am counting. :-) … [Read more...] about Insomnia