July 2011
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May 2011
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April 2011
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Club Velvet - Saigon's Hip-Hop Club
If you happen to be one of the few individuals in Vietnam looking for some hip-hop music? You’re in luck… as you may or may not know, Vietnam is very into it’s house and techno music. Many clubs there can complete to the clubs in Vegas or New York City in terms of sound and flashing lights and such. Luckily, I knew of one place to take my friends to. Club Velvet - a very...
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The famous and very hidden "Banh Xeo 46A"
The famous spot has been on my things to do list forever now. Finally found time to venture out to this side alley street and discover the famous Banh Xeo 46A joint. Made famous recently by Anthony Bourdain himself with his show “No Reservations”. Since then, this local hotspot has been a well known destination for food lovers all over. This IS the place to go for banh xeo...
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Pho Pasteur
Ahh… Pho…. What is Pho? To some… it is simply a cheap eats bowl of chicken or beef broth, rice noodles and topped with some leafy greens and spices and chili sauce. To others? it’s the staple food for Vietnam, today’s meal for the cost-conscious college student, or what I consider - the best hangover cure for anyone the morning after a good night out. Pho Pasteur...
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Welcome to Saigon, Vietnam!!! Fat One Style!!! and...
So after months of planning… the epic “Diving with the Fat Ones” trip got under way…. Let me preface by explaining what that means. The dodgeball team in Hong Kong that I am apart of is “Goin for the Fat Ones” and since many of them were interested in getting their scuba diving lessons… you get the rest. So with that? Nha Trang would be the ...
March 2011
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Hong Kong Sevens....adding that "Vietnamese twist"...
People ask me “What IS Sevens?” Sevens… the Hong Kong Sevens… is an annual weekend of drunken debauchery with grown ass adults in costumes screaming and yelling and singing and once in awhile.. the occasional rugby match! 24 nations competing …matches back to back…. it is THE biggest sporting event in Hong Kong each year. But I still find it amazing how many...
One month from now, I’ll be spreading the love of Vietnam to TWENTY of my friends as we embark on an epic, drunken, memorable, gastronomical 4 days in Saigon and Nha Trang!!! We’ll be hitting up the hot spots and I’ll be posting my reviews and tips as we go so come back and see what happens when we charter our private diving boat, take over the Sailing club, and zip through Nha...
Just a reminder to my very small fanbase here… spread the word.. follow me on twitter and/or facebook and one lucky contestant from each site will win a free flight to Saigon, Vietnam!!!!!!!! Yes… free means you don’t pay for that big mechanical machine that zips through the skies!!! So spread the word and retweet and do what you have to do… those who promote?? You’ll...
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Fool for Love (Để Mai Tính) - Vietnam's Movie of...
Recently I came across this movie from a posting of my cousin Linh. Now how did I never hear of this movie before…. this is a GREAT romantic comedy movie and truly a display Vietnam’s progressive cinematic abilities. Directed by Charlie Nguyen (who has done a number of great movies so far) and starring a beautiful actress by the name of Kathy Uyen and yes… that IS the Dustin...
We’re about 5 weeks away before the most EPIC trip ever. Somehow I’ve been able to finagle 20 of my good friends and dodgeball teams to a trip to Nha Trang for a 3 day scuba diving excursion!! Vinpearl? Zipping around in mopeds? Sailing Club? just pure utter chaos!! Should be a great trip… stay tuned here for the details and of course… the Nha Trang reviews and tips!
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How to Make Cha Gio (Vietnamese Egg Rolls)
What’s the first thing that comes to mind here? I’ll give you a hint… these are the components you need to make Cha Gio (also known as Vietnamese Egg Rolls). Well… maybe not in your case… but in my world where I believe to eat well, one must share it with his friends? So here are the ingredients pictured to feed an army… or a small party and everyone gets to...
February 2011
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Quán 94 - Simply, that really good crab place…
Now this was one of my latest discoveries thanks to a tip from my friend Casey. She had mentioned of a place known for their crab egg rolls but she had never been there. A local favorite I heard….. time for a new adventure! I did some digging around and found the address. When I got there, I knew instantly this was the spot to be and the type of restaurant I prefer when I’m in Vietnam. If ...
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Nhà Hàng Ngon (formerly known as Quan An Ngon)
First off, not many know that this is the same place as Quan An Ngon but the owner recently changed the name and moved to a much more spacious location. So if you are looking for Quan An Ngon? This is it.. now Nhà Hàng Ngon. What IS Nha Hang Ngon and what is all the hype? Ever go to a foreign city and see all those street foods and vendors roaming around the city? Ever want to try them all or...
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Afternoons at Windows Cafe!
One of my favorite things to do when I come to Saigon is spend my mornings and afternoons lounging around with my friends drinking a few cups of Café Sua Da (Vietnamese Iced Coffee). Supposedly, this is one of the strongest coffees around. It’s basically an expresso with condensed milk. Now what makes this a unique experience (although coffee shops have sprung up like a wildfire) is...
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Chuc Mung Nam Moi!!! Happy Lunar New Years from...
To start the new year…. I’m going venture out and start the next chapter of my life with my new blog “I AM VIETNAMESE”. What better way than share with you the amazing fireworks show over “Times Square” in the heart of Saigon. With a great view at the Rex Hotel rooftop, my good friends Kim Phan and Craig Plane, along with my new friends Michael and Angelina Phan - we welcomed in a new year...