Jessica Liang, Author at MYANMORE https://www.myanmore.com/author/jessicaliang/ The Ultimate Guide to Restaurants, Nightlife, Bars, Music, Art, Travel and Activities in Yangon and Myanmar Wed, 09 Jan 2019 09:12:14 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1 46082889 The Central Sweets: A Kabar Aye Candyland https://www.myanmore.com/2018/12/the-central-sweets-a-kabar-aye-candyland/ https://www.myanmore.com/2018/12/the-central-sweets-a-kabar-aye-candyland/#respond Sat, 08 Dec 2018 01:30:17 +0000 https://www.myanmore.com/?p=92747 The Central Sweets, a food court for dessert-lovers, recently opened in The Central on Kabar Aye Pagoda Road. Decorated with a deeply-Instagrammable pink and white colour-scheme and teeming with picture-perfect treats, here is the MYANMORE guide to the goodies on offer… Remicone If you want to try an extraordinary ice-cream, Remicone is the place for […]

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The Central Sweets, a food court for dessert-lovers, recently opened in The Central on Kabar Aye Pagoda Road. Decorated with a deeply-Instagrammable pink and white colour-scheme and teeming with picture-perfect treats, here is the MYANMORE guide to the goodies on offer…

Remicone

If you want to try an extraordinary ice-cream, Remicone is the place for you. This South Korean dessert shop has chosen Myanmar as their very first branch in Southeast Asia – luckily for Yangonites! Their ice-creams are loaded with all kinds of delectable delights, like cotton candy, syrup, dried coconut and even popping candy. Their signature Thunder Bomb contains popping candy and is topped with their homemade cotton candy and thunder candy. Another spectacular choice is the Hawaiian Beach, which is beautifully decorated to look just like a tropical beach, with dried coconut flakes as sand and blue syrup to portray the ocean and topped off with a little umbrella to highlight the beach vibe. You can also make your own ice cream by choosing the toppings by yourself and prices start from 3,000Ks.

Tint Tint Myanmar Traditional Snacks

Tint Tint offers a variety of Myanmar traditional snacks such as sticky rice, palmira snack and hta ma nel, all guaranteed to be chemical-free. As well as being colourfully presented, these snacks also come in a variety of shapes. These products of Myanmar are also export quality snacks with and come in neat packaging making them a perfect gift to give to share with loved ones from around the world. Prices start from 1,000Ks and can be ordered for catering services too.

Yogurtland

A self-service fro-yo shop, you can choose multiple toppings to add some decadence to your treat, from fresh fruit to cereal. But be warned, the weight of your yogurt cup will determine the price you pay so don’t get too greedy!

Ambrosia

This Myanmar snack, also known as ohn no thar gu pyin, made with sago and coconut milk was trending recently thanks to Ambrosia’s attractive reinventing of the traditional treat. They upgraded the original coconut milk and sago recipe by adding various fruit to create new flavours. Now, as well as the original flavour, you can try strawberry, durian, pineapple, pandan and even butterfly pea flavour. What’s more, each flavour changes the color of the snack, meaning you can take home a rainbow box of treats. The butterfly pea flavour is a particularly striking shade of blue that’s perfect for an Insta-snap. Prices start from 2,000Ks.

Ca Ca Fresh Drink and Coffee

This shop has a variety of bingsu, shaved ice served with toppings. Their mango bingsu consists also contains cheesecake and strawberry and is topped with vanilla ice cream. Other flavours include melon, oreo, watermelon and many more. Those in the mood for something a little different can choose toast served, with fruits and ice-cream, as well as a wide range of drinks. Prices start from 2,200Ks.

Address: The Central Boulevard, Corner of Kabar Aye Pagoda Road and Kan Bae Road, Yankin Township.
Phone: 09 681 471 111
Opens 10.30am – 10.30pm

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Unagami: A taste of traditional Japan https://www.myanmore.com/2018/12/unagami-a-taste-of-traditional-japan/ https://www.myanmore.com/2018/12/unagami-a-taste-of-traditional-japan/#respond Thu, 06 Dec 2018 08:21:01 +0000 https://www.myanmore.com/?p=92702 From grilled eel to ox-tongue, get a taste of traditional Japanese cuisine. As a Japanese restaurant that specializes in eel dishes, walking through the doors of Unagami you’ll be greeted by the smoky aroma from the charcoal grill. Unaju Tokujou, the eel set which costs $35, includes a big grilled eel on rice. The eel […]

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From grilled eel to ox-tongue, get a taste of traditional Japanese cuisine.

As a Japanese restaurant that specializes in eel dishes, walking through the doors of Unagami you’ll be greeted by the smoky aroma from the charcoal grill.

Unaju Tokujou, the eel set which costs $35, includes a big grilled eel on rice. The eel is very sweet and delicate and overall balanced with its own contrast flavours. This is one of Unagami’s signature dishes and the set includes a clear soup, pickled cabbage and a cup of luscious tofu as a dessert.

The traditional Japanese Hitsumabushi set includes eel layered over a bowl of rice and served with gluey grated lotus root, seaweed and spring onions and pickled cabbage and costs $30. The beauty of this set is that you can combine all the separate components together to create an entirely new dish.

As well as providing fresh eel dishes made to order, those brave enough can also order the eel organs too. The eel hearts and other organs are skewered and roasted, giving an unusual flavour and cost $3.

Unagami also serves dumplings. Choose the ones made with  eel, spring onion and garlic as it’s a dish which is only available in a few areas in Yangon. This cost of this dish is $25 and though this may seem expensive, it’s worth it to try once.

If you are a pork lover, try the Buta No Amiyakidon set. The thinly sliced pork, grilled in eel sauce, piled over the rice along with the bean sprout salad, quail eggs and Japanese ginger. This set also includes a clear soup and costs $6.

Another highlight was the ox-tongue, which was prepared and seasoned for three days ahead of serving and costs $11 for a set. Grilled over charcoal and dipped in a sweet sauce, this dish will give your taste buds a treat. The accompanying clear soup is flavoured with shitake mushroom and lotus roots, bringing out a natural sweetness.

As Japanese tradition dictates that different flavored dishes shouldn’t touch each other on a single plate, each different dish is given its own individual plate or are prettily partitioned using leaves. Guests should also bear in mind that placing main dishes on top of rice and is seem as soiling the food and so is frowned upon by Japanese etiquette. Visiting Unagami is like taking a miniature trip to Japan and it’s well-worth a visit to sample the traditional cuisine.

Address: 1F, No.9, Wai Luwun 7th, Baho Road, SanChaung Township, Yangon.
Phone: 09954774362
Opening hours: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5pm – 8.30pm

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The Myanmar International Fashion Week Takes the Stage https://www.myanmore.com/2018/11/the-myanmar-international-fashion-week-takes-the-stage/ https://www.myanmore.com/2018/11/the-myanmar-international-fashion-week-takes-the-stage/#respond Wed, 28 Nov 2018 15:37:34 +0000 https://www.myanmore.com/?p=92479 On December 7th, 8th and 9th Yangon will have its 7th Myanmar International Fashion Week. The biggest fashion show in Myanmar is organized by John Lwin, the founder of Star Event Production and Stars & Models International. A number of top Myanmar designers as well as rising stars will be showing off their latest creations, […]

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On December 7th, 8th and 9th Yangon will have its 7th Myanmar International Fashion Week. The biggest fashion show in Myanmar is organized by John Lwin, the founder of Star Event Production and Stars & Models International.

A number of top Myanmar designers as well as rising stars will be showing off their latest creations, including Mogok Pauk Pauk, Shartra, May Myat Waso, Khit Minn, while some of the most famous models will be treading the catwalk. Makeup artists such as May Oo and Linn Linn will also work with Hearty Heart products to work their magic for the different looks.

This three-day show will take place at Hexagon Complex and although it is a free event, guests will need to reserve a ticket before. To book call 01553711, 01551143 or 01400760.

title: Myanmar International Fashion Week
Date: December 7th, 8th and 9th
Time: 6pm – 9pm
Venue: Hexagon Complex, East Horse Race Course Road, Tarmwe Township

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One World Through My Lens Exhibition https://www.myanmore.com/2018/11/one-world-through-my-lens-exhibition/ https://www.myanmore.com/2018/11/one-world-through-my-lens-exhibition/#respond Mon, 26 Nov 2018 11:01:23 +0000 https://www.myanmore.com/?p=92417 From the 16th until the 19th of November, The Secretariat hosted an exhibition entitled One World Through My Lens, featuring the works of Ye Naing Wynn. Taken over his years traveling the world taking photographs, the exhibitions had images from places including Paris, New Zealand, China and, of course, Myanmar. The images were mounted on […]

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From the 16th until the 19th of November, The Secretariat hosted an exhibition entitled One World Through My Lens, featuring the works of Ye Naing Wynn. Taken over his years traveling the world taking photographs, the exhibitions had images from places including Paris, New Zealand, China and, of course, Myanmar.

The images were mounted on the wall and backlit, giving them an ethereal glow and creating a 3D illusion.

After the exhibition, all the photographs were auctioned and the profits were donated to charity.

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MYANMORE Magazine November issue and EnjoyIt launch party at Burma Bistro https://www.myanmore.com/2018/11/myanmore-magazine-november-issue-and-enjoyit-launch-party-at-burma-bistro/ https://www.myanmore.com/2018/11/myanmore-magazine-november-issue-and-enjoyit-launch-party-at-burma-bistro/#respond Thu, 15 Nov 2018 11:22:31 +0000 https://www.myanmore.com/?p=92141 Photo by – Angel Ko Ko and Thet Oo Maung

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Singapore Festival 2018: The Best of Singapore Comes to Bogalay Zay Street https://www.myanmore.com/2018/11/singapore-festival-2018-the-best-of-singapore-comes-to-bogalay-zay-street/ https://www.myanmore.com/2018/11/singapore-festival-2018-the-best-of-singapore-comes-to-bogalay-zay-street/#respond Wed, 14 Nov 2018 05:29:35 +0000 https://www.myanmore.com/?p=92105 From 30th November until 2nd December, Bogalay Zay Street will become a microcosm of the best that Singapore has to offer. Welcoming the third Singapore Festival, which started in 2016, the idea behind the concept is to allow Yangonites to experience all that Singapore has to offer – without leaving the city. The three-day festival […]

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From 30th November until 2nd December, Bogalay Zay Street will become a microcosm of the best that Singapore has to offer. Welcoming the third Singapore Festival, which started in 2016, the idea behind the concept is to allow Yangonites to experience all that Singapore has to offer – without leaving the city.

The three-day festival will run from 4pm to 9pm each evening and will showcase food, cultural experiences as well as entertainment in one stop. This year, the event will be collaborated with local multi-discipline restoration and placemaking social enterprise, Doh Eain.

At the event, foodies can enjoy the 500Ks street food vendors, an idea adapted from Singapore’s 50 cents street food concept. The world’s cheapest Michelin-starred restaurant owner, Hawker Chan will also visit Yangon, bringing with him his signature soy sauce chicken with rice dish. Chef Shen Tan and Chef Jeremy Cheok will also collaborated with Rangoon Tea House and Union Bar & Grill to create Burmese and Singaporean fusion dishes during the festival.

For culturally-curious, Atypical Singapore will features art and augmented reality (AR) technology created by seven contemporary Singaporean artists. Bart Was Not Here, a well-known artist among Yangon’s passionate and boundary-breaking urban youth, will also be creating an exclusive artwork on Bogalay Zay Street, inspired by Singapore and Myanmar’s energy and cultures.

Visitors will get a chance to enjoy an exclusive collaboration performance by He’ Lay and TheLionCityBoy, two prominent artists whose music is a result of mixing their own cultural heritage and leading international trends in their music genres. There will also be Resorts World Sentosa, Gardens by the Bay and more Singapore’s tourist attractions’ inspirations by Doh Eain to experience in Myanmar.

When: 30th November – 2nd December 2018
Where: Bogalay Zay Street
Timings: 4pm – 9pm

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Myanmar Car of the Year Awards: The Results https://www.myanmore.com/2018/11/myanmar-car-of-the-year-awards-the-results/ https://www.myanmore.com/2018/11/myanmar-car-of-the-year-awards-the-results/#respond Mon, 12 Nov 2018 08:24:05 +0000 https://www.myanmore.com/?p=92048 Wednesday 7th November saw the winners of the Myanmar Car of the Year (MCOTY) Awards revealed at Pullman Yangon Centrepoint. The 15 award categories included the likes of Compact Sedan of the Year, Luxury Car of the Year, Car Of the Year (Jury’s Choice) and Car Of The Year (People’s Choice). The car models were […]

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Wednesday 7th November saw the winners of the Myanmar Car of the Year (MCOTY) Awards revealed at Pullman Yangon Centrepoint. The 15 award categories included the likes of Compact Sedan of the Year, Luxury Car of the Year, Car Of the Year (Jury’s Choice) and Car Of The Year (People’s Choice).

The car models were evaluated through test drives and inspections, taking into account handling, comfort, look and feel, as well as factors such as price and insurance. The test drive event for the cars was held on October 10th and 11th, and was judged by jury members which included motor journalists from both Myanmar and various neighboring countries.

Heineken, the Gold Sponsorship partner, collaborated with DRIVE magazine for the event and showcased their “When you Drink, Never Drive” campaign. Luther Law Firm, supported as an auditor to ensure voting and jury work is supervised and done correctly, Centurion Auto, supported the test drives with its experiences in advance driver training, Automan for their technical know how and AAM supporting with their industry knowledge. MI Radio, Marbled Black, Marco’s Cellar, MacArthur and Brioni were also sponsors for the event.

Myanmar Car Of The Year Awards Results

Compact Sedan of the Year

  • Mazda 3 (Winner)
  • Mazda 2
  • Chevrolet SAIL
  • Toyota Vios
  • GAC GA4
  • Mitsubishi Attrage

Mid Size Sedan of the Year

  • Chevrolet Malibu (Winner)
  • KIA Optima
  • Peugeot 508
  • Mazda 6
  • GAC GA8

Crossover of the Year

  • Mazda CX-3 (Winner)
  • Chevrolet Trax
  • GAC GS5 Super

Compact SUV of the Year

  • Mazda CX-5 (Winner)
  • KIA Sportage
  • GAC GS3
  • GAC GS4
  • Mitsubishi ASX

Mid Size SUV of the Year

  • KIA Sorento (Winner)
  • Chevrolet Trailblazer
  • Toyota Rush
  • Mazda CX-9
  • GAC GS7
  • GAC GS8
  • Mitsubishi Pajero Sport

Hatchback of the Year

  • Peugeot 308 (Winner)
  • KIA Rio
  • KIA Picanto

MPV of the Year

  • GAC GM8 (Winner)
  • KIA Carnival
  • Mercedes Benz V Class

Prestige Sedan of the Year

  • Jaguar XF (R-Sport) (Winner)
  • Volvo S90
  • KIA Stinger

Prestige Compact SUV of the Year

  • Volvo XC60 (Winner)
  • Volvo XC40
  • Peugeot 3008
  • Mercedes Benz GLC Class
  • Jaguar E-Pace

Prestige SUV of the Year

  • Volvo XC90 T8(Exc) (Winner)
  • Chevrolet Suburban
  • Peugeot 5008
  • Mercedes Benz GLE Class
  • Mercedes Benz GLS Class
  • Range Rover Sport

Luxury Car of the Year

  • Range Rover Autobiography (Winner)
  • Volvo XC90 T8(Exc)

Pick up of the Year

  • Ford Ranger (Winner)
  • Chevrolet Colorado

BEST VALUE Car of the Year

  • Mitsubishi Attrage (Winner)

Car of the Year (Jury’s Choice)

  • Volvo XC60 (Winner)

Car of the Year (People’s Choice)

  • Toyota Rush (Winner)

 

 

 

 

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Hooked on Seafood: The Novotel Yangon Max buffet launch https://www.myanmore.com/2018/11/hooked-on-seafood-the-novotel-yangon-max-buffet-launch/ https://www.myanmore.com/2018/11/hooked-on-seafood-the-novotel-yangon-max-buffet-launch/#respond Thu, 08 Nov 2018 07:32:56 +0000 https://www.myanmore.com/?p=91983 Seafood fans will delight in the latest culinary offering from Novotel Yangon Max hotel which launched on Friday November 2nd. The ‘Hooked on Seafood’ buffet sees guests let loose on three different counters. The Cold Bar, packed with Alaskan king crabs, oysters and lobsters, allows you to feast on a selection of chilled delicacies. At […]

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Seafood fans will delight in the latest culinary offering from Novotel Yangon Max hotel which launched on Friday November 2nd. The ‘Hooked on Seafood’ buffet sees guests let loose on three different counters. The Cold Bar, packed with Alaskan king crabs, oysters and lobsters, allows you to feast on a selection of chilled delicacies.

At the Fish Market, you can take your pick of a wide range of fish, straight from the sea including prawns and octopus. You can also choose how you want it prepared and take your pick from a range of sauces.

Elsewhere at the Chef’s Table you try everything from freshly made sashimi to roasted duck and grilled steak, ensuring there’s something for everyone. Be sure to check out the frying counter which offers soft shell crabs fried in batter with mashed green pea puree.

For dessert, choose between chocolate fountains, ice cream, various pastries and fruit are offered. A ticket to this feast costs only $37 with free flow soft drinks, coffee and tea and $45 with free flow wine, beer and cocktails. The buffet is available on Fridays, from 6.00pm to 10.30pm weekly.

Address: The Square, Novotel Yangon Max, 459 Pyay Road, Kamayut Tsp
Opening hours: Fridays, 6pm – 10:30pm
Contact: 09251185989


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An International all day dining restaurant located on the 5 th floor of Novotel Yangon Max. Fresh meals
prepared in front of you, choose from a large choice of Asian and international specialties.
We also dedicated certain theme night With World Food Market, the flavor of the world on every
Wednesday as well as Hooked on Seafood on Friday night.
The Square will offer:
• A blend of buffet selections
• ‘A la carte’ options (12pm-11pm)
• Live cooking stations
• Theme nights : World Food Market Wednesday and Hook on Seafood Friday
• Sunday Brunch
 Level 5
Opening Hours
 Breakfast ( 6:00am to 10:30am )
 Lunch ( 12:00noon to 2:30pm Except Sunday )
 Every Sunday – Sunday Brunch ( 12:00 noon to 3:00pm )
 Dinner ( 6:00pm to 10:30pm )
 Every Wednesday –World Food Market ( 6:00pm to 10:30pm )
 Every Friday – Hooked on Seafood ( 6:00pm to 10:30pm )

Opening Hours
6:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Price Range
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‘Lar Tu Tu Sar Zough’ turkish cuisine tasting event https://www.myanmore.com/2018/11/lar-tu-tu-sar-zough-turkish-cuisine-tasting-event/ https://www.myanmore.com/2018/11/lar-tu-tu-sar-zough-turkish-cuisine-tasting-event/#respond Tue, 06 Nov 2018 07:48:02 +0000 https://www.myanmore.com/?p=91926 Flavours of Turkey ‘Lar Tu Tu Sar Zough’ tasting event which was held on October 30, Tuesday at Cafe Sule, and brought back the rich diversity of Turkish food and culture.

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Flavours of Turkey ‘Lar Tu Tu Sar Zough’ tasting event which was held on October 30, Tuesday at Cafe Sule, and brought back the rich diversity of Turkish food and culture.

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Getting Connected: New Direct Flights from Yangon to Milan https://www.myanmore.com/2018/11/getting-connected-new-direct-flights-from-yangon-to-milan/ https://www.myanmore.com/2018/11/getting-connected-new-direct-flights-from-yangon-to-milan/#respond Thu, 01 Nov 2018 11:14:22 +0000 https://www.myanmore.com/?p=91811 Yangon International Airport, the largest and busiest airport in Myanmar, has just made a new connection: Milan, Italy. Operated by NEOS Air, the route is the first and only direct flight to Italy and Europe. This new route is expected to assist in promoting tourism between Yangon, the commercial capital of Myanmar, and Milan, a […]

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Yangon International Airport, the largest and busiest airport in Myanmar, has just made a new connection: Milan, Italy. Operated by NEOS Air, the route is the first and only direct flight to Italy and Europe.

This new route is expected to assist in promoting tourism between Yangon, the commercial capital of Myanmar, and Milan, a global capital of fashion and design. The weekly flight will arrive into Yangon on Tuesdays and depart on Wednesdays.

Neos Air’s Traffic Rights and Sales Director, Ms. Ilaria Toia said “Starting from today, we are the first European airline that will connect Europe, Milan to Myanmar, Yangon. We start operation today with Boeing 767-300ER. But, starting from December, two days after Christmas, we will operate to this destination with our new brand aircraft Boeing 787.”

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