A long time favorite of Expats closed a week ago in Bui Vien. Mumtaz was one of my favorite Indian restaurants until Babas Kitchen opened. No word if they're located yet. No signs listed on the restaurant. … [Read more...] about Mumtaz Bui Vien is closed
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Vietnam of District 4 from District 1
Toi la Giang Ho Quan Tu. This is my home. The famous District 4 home to infamous gangsters in Saigon. Much has changed from the time District 4 was a dangerous area. … [Read more...] about Vietnam of District 4 from District 1
Another crazy motorbike rider in Saigon
These type of crossings are quite irritating. I call them "cow herd block crossings" since motorbikes will go as a group to block oncoming traffic. I will let the traffic go by first before crossing a street. If it is crowded, it is better to continue down the road and turn back at a traffic light. Yes, I saw this lady crossing so I was prepared. Yes, I stopped at the last … [Read more...] about Another crazy motorbike rider in Saigon
Another view of Bitexco Financial Tower
Just love taking these shots of the Bitexco Financial Tower in Saigon. This is near the border of District 1 and District 4. … [Read more...] about Another view of Bitexco Financial Tower
Getting stopped by the traffic police (CSGT) in Saigon (HCMC), Vietnam
Back in January, 2018, I got pulled over by the infamous traffic police (CGST) in the Phu Nhuan District. I was stopped for being in the left lane (which is just for cars). As you can tell from the videos below, I was actually in the middle lane which is permitted for motorbikes/motorcycles (as well as the right lane). I actually knew this when I was stopped. What was really … [Read more...] about Getting stopped by the traffic police (CSGT) in Saigon (HCMC), Vietnam