Yesterday I met Patrick (PKNews.org) at The Manor for lunch. As normal, I met him at City Diner, one of my favorite American-style restaurants in Saigon (You want a good chicken fried steak with mash potatoes, then come here). Since this was one of the first time I visited his apartment during the day, I decided to take some photos of the Saigon skyline. What a view! … [Read more...] about View of Saigon from The Manor
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Setting the Al-Fajr Clock for Saigon, Vietnam
Today I finally figured out how to set my Al-Fajr Clock to the local prayers times for Saigon, Vietnam. I purchased the Al-Fajr CW-05 clock when I was back in the US. It has been a pain to set the clock for Saigon until I read, umm, the instructions closely. Select city code 999-999 press (SET) Select city code 58-2 press (SET) Select -34 press (SET) Select 18:17 … [Read more...] about Setting the Al-Fajr Clock for Saigon, Vietnam
Ground Water Problems
We are now having ground water problems at my alleyway now. It started after the construction workers finished completing the canal drainage project component near my house. Even though the project is far from being completed, I did notice some changes in the ground water. Before the project, the water had a strange smell to it. It was not bad, it just had a smell of … [Read more...] about Ground Water Problems
Zen Plaza Sushi Bar – Saigon
At approximately 8:26 PM Saigon time (6:26 AM San Fransico time), I officially reached my 37th birthday. As per my tradition in Saigon, I like to have my birthday dinner at the Sushi Bar at Zen Plaza. Today was no different :-) I love Japanese food!!! I know many of you do not know, but I am half-Japanese which explains why I love Japanese food. I can make a couple good … [Read more...] about Zen Plaza Sushi Bar – Saigon
Tan Son Nhat Airport Parkson Food Court
Last Saturday I finally visited the Parkson's department store next to the Tan Son Nhat airport. My friends and I went there to have dinner at the food court. The selection of small fast food restaurants were very good. I ended up ordering a Malaysian fusion dish. (I ordered my meal here) (Another good food kiosk) (Lotteria is everywhere) (Dessert :-) ) … [Read more...] about Tan Son Nhat Airport Parkson Food Court