Brother Donald Lachowicz OFM
@BrotherDonald
American expat in Vietnam
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About me
American
Lives in Ho Chi Minh City
Speaks English
Registration: 06 November 2010
Tet Celebrations? by Aescleah
Hey guys, I'm one of the few not traveling for Tet and was wondering what some of the public celebrations are, where they are and when, I don't want to miss out. I hear there are fireworks on Sunday night somewhere...
http://www.vietnamonline.com/tet/tet-in-ho-chi-minh-city.html has some other Tet suggestions Tao Dan Park Read More
Tet Celebrations? by Aescleah
Hey guys, I'm one of the few not traveling for Tet and was wondering what some of the public celebrations are, where they are and when, I don't want to miss out. I hear there are fireworks on Sunday night somewhere...
Hi Ash, There is also a nice little park just behind the Independence Palace. I for get the name, but it does have a great little flower show plus a sort of crafts fair. Not sure of the exact days it's running but I went last year and it was pretty ... Read More
American Thanksgiving Dinner in HCM by BrotherDonald
Hi Gang, It's that time of year again. Starting to get those cravings for roasted turkey, cranberry sauce and all the trimmings. I like rice, but after three months, it is nice to escape "home" even if it's just for one evening. Mmmmm...mashed ...
Report on the Black Cat Thanksgiving We, too, we're turned away for lack of reservations But luckily we spotted a sign on one table that said it was reserved for 8pm. We told them that we'd be finished by then And they let us squeeze in right by ... Read More
American Thanksgiving Dinner in HCM by BrotherDonald
Hi Gang, It's that time of year again. Starting to get those cravings for roasted turkey, cranberry sauce and all the trimmings. I like rice, but after three months, it is nice to escape "home" even if it's just for one evening. Mmmmm...mashed ...
Happy Thanksgiving everyone. So sorry that it has taken me awhile to get back here to the forum. turkey buffet at the Black Cat Cafe in Saigon Sounds like a great option For all us American expats (and other friends) Who want to sink our teeth into ... Read More
American Thanksgiving Dinner in HCM
Hi Gang, It's that time of year again. Starting to get those cravings for roasted turkey, cranberry sauce and all the trimmings. I like rice, but after three months, it is nice to escape "home" even if it's just for one evening. Mmmmm...mashed ... Read More
Vietnamese for expatriates- Free of charge by stephanie4942
Im Stephanie, graduated from college few months ago, management marketing major. I and my cousin who is now a student from University of Social Sciences and Humanities, have a project named " I love Vietnamese" so that we will teach Vietnamese for ...
Hello all, I am in the United States for the summer but would be interested to join you all if schedules work out. will you be meeting again in September? Please let me know the where's and when's? I return to HCM on August 23rd. Brother Donald Read More
hi, i am looking for mexican restaurants by BO1219
hey everyone. moved to hcmc a month ago. does anyone know where i can have mexican food? :)
I've seen some things on the Black Cat menu, but have only tried the burgers so far. Hope to go back, though. Also saw this on a review, but have not been there yet myself. Looks -- "muy interesante!!!" Cantina Central is a stylish Mexican ... Read More
Thanksgiving in HCM? by angelaschonberg
Hello Everyone- BrotherDonald and I were wondering the same thing. Are there any western restaurants in HCM that serve Thanksgiving meals? If anyone knows of any we are all ears :) Thank you! Angela
A great time was had by all at the Black Cat Restaurant. Turkey -- 4 stars Mashed potatoes & gravy -- 5 stars (my fav after 3 months of rice) Pumpkin, apple, pecan pies -- not gramma's flakey crust, but all 4+ stars Best part -- the company. Fun to ... Read More
Thanksgiving in HCM? by angelaschonberg
Hello Everyone- BrotherDonald and I were wondering the same thing. Are there any western restaurants in HCM that serve Thanksgiving meals? If anyone knows of any we are all ears :) Thank you! Angela
A Vietnamese friend and I are going to try the traditional turkey dinner at the Black Cat. ($27) We'll be there around 5:30 if anyone wants company with their dinner. Feel free to join us. atvn99 -- I'd be up for another get together some other time ... Read More
Thanksgiving in HCM? by angelaschonberg
Hello Everyone- BrotherDonald and I were wondering the same thing. Are there any western restaurants in HCM that serve Thanksgiving meals? If anyone knows of any we are all ears :) Thank you! Angela
Ngo Thuy Linh (Ms.) FB Secretary fbsec@legendsaigon.com Best wishes! Read More
Thanksgiving in HCM? by angelaschonberg
Hello Everyone- BrotherDonald and I were wondering the same thing. Are there any western restaurants in HCM that serve Thanksgiving meals? If anyone knows of any we are all ears :) Thank you! Angela
Dear Crackhead, Thanks for the info. The price is sounding even better. My personal email is brotherdonaldlachowicz@gmail.com. Be great to see what their buffet includes. Do you happen to know the times? thanks much. Donald Read More
Thanksgiving in HCM? by angelaschonberg
Hello Everyone- BrotherDonald and I were wondering the same thing. Are there any western restaurants in HCM that serve Thanksgiving meals? If anyone knows of any we are all ears :) Thank you! Angela
Just an FYI. Here's the note I got from New World: The price is a bit more, and I don't know the full extent of the menu, but in case you miss Thursday -- this one is on Friday: Greeting You from New Word Saigon hotel Thank you for interest in ... Read More
Thanksgiving in HCM? by angelaschonberg
Hello Everyone- BrotherDonald and I were wondering the same thing. Are there any western restaurants in HCM that serve Thanksgiving meals? If anyone knows of any we are all ears :) Thank you! Angela
Here's an email I got from the Legend Hotel. The menu is very large -- including turkey, dressing, pumpkin pie, etc. Plus the price is getting a bit better - 760,000 VD. Anyone else interested in meeting up? Happy Thanksgiving Day! Thank you ... Read More
Thanksgiving in HCM? by angelaschonberg
Hello Everyone- BrotherDonald and I were wondering the same thing. Are there any western restaurants in HCM that serve Thanksgiving meals? If anyone knows of any we are all ears :) Thank you! Angela
I found this on the Carvelle Hotel website: http://www.caravellehotel.com/en/1/15/158/products.aspx The price is a bit steep for me. Any other leads or ideas? American Thanksgiving Thursday, 25 November 2010 Whole Roasted Turkey with Traditional ... Read More
Books to Learn Vietnamese in HCM by BrotherDonald
Hi Fellow Expats, I'm here in Saigon for 10 months, till June 2011. I'd like to learn a bit of Vietnamese while I'm here teaching English. Anyone know where to find an English to Vietnamese textbook. I already have a couple travel guides with ...
I found one at the Fahasa store in Tan Dinh. Tieng Viet -- Vietnamese for Beginners. Comes with a CD and text book. Looks like it has a combination of conversations with a bit of grammar mixed in. I'll give it a try and let y'all know how it ... Read More
Books to Learn Vietnamese in HCM by BrotherDonald
Hi Fellow Expats, I'm here in Saigon for 10 months, till June 2011. I'd like to learn a bit of Vietnamese while I'm here teaching English. Anyone know where to find an English to Vietnamese textbook. I already have a couple travel guides with ...
Dear Flipmysoul -- Thanks for the suggestion. I live in Quan 9 so only get into the city on Sundays, but I'll see if I can work my way over to this mega-store. Hope to find something. Thanks again! Read More
Books to Learn Vietnamese in HCM
Hi Fellow Expats, I'm here in Saigon for 10 months, till June 2011. I'd like to learn a bit of Vietnamese while I'm here teaching English. Anyone know where to find an English to Vietnamese textbook. I already have a couple travel guides with ... Read More
Thanksgiving in HCM? by angelaschonberg
Hello Everyone- BrotherDonald and I were wondering the same thing. Are there any western restaurants in HCM that serve Thanksgiving meals? If anyone knows of any we are all ears :) Thank you! Angela
Hey, if nothing else, I'd even settle for KFC. Haven't had mashed potatoes in two months. Anyone else interested in a Thanksgiving get-together? Recommendations for a time and place? I'd be up for it. Thanks! Read More