I posted this on Facebook and Google+ but decided that I should add it to my blog as well. Below is a common sentiment going around Vietnam now in regards to the current group of Expats, many newcomers (1-2 years here) who live in Vietnam. Many longtime Expats and Vietnamese would agree with this sentiment as well. I understand that Vietnam can be a challenging country to … [Read more...] about Sentiment Towards Expats in Vietnam
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GemaDept Building – Saigon, Vietnam
Heading towards Le Thanh Ton street in District 1 on Nguyen Cuu Van street, riders will always be greeted by the GemaDept Building. I have only been in this building once while living in Saigon, Vietnam, for a meeting. I took this photo at around 4:30 PM right before rush hour. … [Read more...] about GemaDept Building – Saigon, Vietnam
Traffic policing in Vietnam?
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?
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