Finally, for those of you that miss Robin when he ran Mumtaz, his wonderful halal Indian food is back. Last night he had his grand opening of Baba's Kitchen, Robin's own halal Indian restaurant. His restaurant was packed last night, mostly people who used to visit Mumtaz down the street. Mumtaz quality and service went down the drain since Robin left. At Baba's Kitchen, the … [Read more...] about Baba’s Kitchen – New Indian Restaurant in Saigon
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IT Salaries in Vietnam
One of the topics I have been having with people this week delves with the salaries of IT people, both Vietnamese and Expats, here in Vietnam. You get a lot of figures thrown out at you. It is hard to believe many times. Headhunter and HR companies always over inflate salaries of IT positions for obvious reasons so I never believe their figures. In the past, I have offered … [Read more...] about IT Salaries in Vietnam
Oddly enough, I miss the Linux desktop
Despite my recent positive article over a week ago about using the Macbook Pro, I have started to miss running a Linux desktop. I know some are going to hate hearing this, especially Mac users, but my Linux desktops/laptops always ran faster then my current Macbook Pro. I got used to 20 second or less bootups especially with Arch Linux and Ubuntu Linux. With my Macbook Pro, … [Read more...] about Oddly enough, I miss the Linux desktop
Another Hoshi Update
Well, I have had Hoshi for nearly one and a half months now. Despite my Vet's warning that Hoshi would be dead within a month, that would have been two weeks ago, he is alive and kicking. He is very active now in his kennel. I will try to leave the kennel open during the day but he tends to stay inside. He no longer has his fever now and has gained a lot of weight. At … [Read more...] about Another Hoshi Update
Phong Vu Showroom – Saigon
Phong Vu is well known in Saigon, many people tend to buy their computer and computer parts here. The service is okay, I have bought motherboards from them before. Normally when I ride my motorbike, I will pass the Phong Vu showroom at least once or twice a day. I never took a picture before since this intersection is always busy. … [Read more...] about Phong Vu Showroom – Saigon