Jerry
@JVo18
American expat in Vietnam
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About me
American
Speaks English, Vietnamese, Some Spanish
Registration: 16 December 2010
Planning to Retire in Da Nang Next Year by aimhigh888
We're planning to retire in Vietnam next year due to my husband health. He had 2 strokes and not going back to work anymore. We won't be able to afford the cost of living here California with his small retirement money. We've been ...
I was born in America but am of Vietnamese descent. My relatives were farmers during the 50's and still are today. I have extensive knowledge of the food industry in both countries. I can assure you that the food in Vietnam is not as healthy as ... Read More
Shipping a car from U.S. to Vietnam by Blang44
Hello all, I would love to hear about anyone experiences in shipping an automobile to Vietnam. I purchased a vehicle in the U.S. in January before moving to Vung Tau with the intention of shipping it over here 6 months later. I didn't realize it ...
There is a lot of misleading information regarding this subject floating around the internet so I will share my experience as I was looking to import my car a couple years back. I had no intention of actually going through with it once I saw how ... Read More
NHL hockey by JD1455
Is there a place in Hoi An to watch hockey playoffs. Thank you. Would like to see game 7 of Winnipeg and Nashville.
Your best bet is to try to find a stream online. I can't imagine too many places would be showing it, not to mention it's on a time when very few places will be open (7 am). I have the NFL game pass but stream every other sport; MLB, NCAA, ... Read More
Cost of living by doack
Hi, I'm looking for an idea of the cost of living modestly for an abstaining single senior male in the Da Nang area. Thanks :)
Without knowing your total budget/month it would be hard to answer. You can PM me if you don't want to disclose that information on a public forum Read More
Cost of living by doack
Hi, I'm looking for an idea of the cost of living modestly for an abstaining single senior male in the Da Nang area. Thanks :)
OP, What is your budget for all expenses per month? Are you dead set on living in Da Nang or some coastal city nearby? If not, there are many places such as the Mekong where your dollar will go much farther. I love Da Nang; it is probably my ... Read More
Looking for an IT Job paying 2200USD a month by Henry.Trujillo
I really want to move e to Vietnam, but I need a job that can pay near $2200 USD A month, if not that, bare minimum 1600 a month to live. Where is a good place to look? I work as an IT Help Desk Employee right now.
It will be borderline impossible for you to make that much. I don't even see how you can make half of that, sorry. Not because you aren't qualified, but because there are so many qualified and skilled locals who are going to get hired well ... Read More
Where can i buy Kitchen Equipment, kitchen utensils. by AdrianCY
hello everybody, Im opening a new restaurant in Saigon and i was wondering if anyone could advise me where i can buy all my kitchen equipment & utensils. i am essentially looking for blenders, mixers, stainless steel G/N containers, stainless ...
Wow 3 million for a cast iron pan? I'll be going back home to America for work next month. I know what I'll be bringing back; that along with my little Smokey Joe Weber grill that I bought last time I was home for Christmas but forgot to ... Read More
Fly fishing equipment
Avid fisherman here. I have never seen any fly fishing equipment sold here. Most of the fish that are ideal to fly fish for (trout, salmon, pike, bass, panfish, bonefish, tarpon, snook etc) are not native to Vietnam and there are very few if any ... Read More
Counterfeit medication by Eleighbadger
Hello, I am from the U.S., hoping to move to HCMC in 2018. My biggest concern is how I can stay on my daily prescription medication uninterrupted. I have two options, it seems: 1. I've been searching high and low for a definitive answer about ...
Saigon is Ho Chi Minh City... Read More
How to get us dollars in da nang
Just look for any reputable/busy gold shop (Tiem Vang). They are everywhere and will exchange currency for you, Most have good/competitive rates as well. Read More
Hello, I'm new to expat blog: this is my story .... by sghsaigon
Hey, my name is Steven, i am from the Gold Coast, Australia. I am 25 years old, so 26 in Vietnam. I came to Saigon for 3 months last year, i went back home for 1 month over Christmas and New Year and returned in early January. I have been here for ...
I never go to that bar as I never head out to the backpacking area, but believe or not I'm almost positive he's still there. One of the few foreigners that has been able to sustain a bar business here. Read More
Expats Living in Khan Hoa, Nha Trang by pinaeypie
hey guys! me and my boyfriend got some few private questions to ask, but a little bit confidential.. Please send me a private message if you are living in Nha Trang for a year.. Thank you! ;)
I wonder if the OP was looking for something green in color... ;) Read More
Police Problems in Saigon by ardgirl
Every time the police sees me (blonde foreigner) I get pulled over. I am so sick of this. I paid 200,000 and went on my way tonight but I don't want to keep doing this.
Late to the party but I could not agree with Ciambella anymore. Glad some of us still have our heads screwed on properly. OP runs read lights and doesn't use blinkers in a country where she's a tourist and complains about it on a public ... Read More
My veitnam gf refused money from me by Michaeldean
Ok.. here's the deal.. met what seems to be a very nice veitnam girl on Facebook.. we have been communicating for months now. We discussed me coming to visit veitnam and she will show me around this is a fairly new relationship. When discussing ...
I'm confused. She's your girlfriend but you've never met her nor have you ever been to Vietnam? I'm not trying to be sarcastic but how do you randomly find girlfriends on Facebook without ever meeting them? I would tread ... Read More
Is anybody traveling from USA to ho Chi Minh city this April? by Libhero
Hello forum members. I wonder if anyone is traveling this April from USA to Ho Chi Minh city to take a small parcel with one lipstick, and 4 OZ lotion ×2 to a friend who asked for them. Please let me know. Thank you
I'm not sure what's more insane; someone willing to bring back unknown goods for a complete stranger or a complete stranger asking other strangers to bring back unknown goods... on a public forum of all places. You're better off playing ... Read More
Moving to Binh Duong by Kylawaters5
Hey everyone, my name is Kyla and I'm from Australia, my partner and myself will be moving to the Binh duong area as of Wednesday.. any advice on accommodation there would be great. We are looking at more a services type apartment to make ...
If you guys are comfortable driving a scooter, then yes that would be an option; that or taking a taxi everywhere. Walking (unless it's strictly for leisure) is not an option at all. I'm not sure what your budget is since you don't say ... Read More
Family of 4 moving to Thu Dau Mot - any advise acceptable. by dariyka
Hello, everybody! We are a family of 4 (mom+dad+2 sons). My husband got a job transfer to Vietnam. His factory is located in VSIP II, so we are moving to Thu Dau Mot as the closest town. We are moving at the end of April. His company will cover ...
Walking to get from point A to point B is not feasible at all. Not even remotely feasible or even possible. Even to get out of the factories in VSIP II onto the main road of Quoc Lo 13 (Highway 13) in Binh Duong is a trek. Markets/malls/points of ... Read More
Moving to Binh Duong by Kylawaters5
Hey everyone, my name is Kyla and I'm from Australia, my partner and myself will be moving to the Binh duong area as of Wednesday.. any advice on accommodation there would be great. We are looking at more a services type apartment to make ...
Binh Duong is a pretty big city. I've been living and working here for over 5 years. It's hard to give you any advice on where to live since I don't know where you will be working in Binh Duong. On the southern end that borders Saigon ... Read More
Where to buy safe vegetables/ groceries from? by HuiTing88
Hi All, Is there any shop which sells ALL clean and safe vegetables and groceries in Ho Chi Minh City which you guys are patronizing already? I have read articles/ stories online that not all vegetable from supermarkets/ stores are clean and ...
My family are farmers in Vietnam, and have been doing so for many generations. They have been making less and less each year because of the influx of fruits and vegetables coming from China/Thailand and also from Vietnam that have been sprayed with ... Read More
the size of cars in Vietnam by maximus0760
Hi, one of the first things that strikes visitors to VN (apart from the number of motorcycles) is the size of cars on the roads. Being a developing country with lower than average per capita income, one would expect the VN car market to be ...
95% of Fortuners and Innovas (also 7 passenger) on the road are not actually driven by the owner the car. They are bought and leased by companies who then hire drivers to chauffeur the CEO or director of that company around. My boss leases an Innova ... Read More
Shipping my Car from Europe to Vietnam? HOW? WORTH or NOT? by TalhaSami
I will be living in Vietnam for many years in near future.. I have a car in my country and it is standing there just waiting for me. And every year, it is becoming older and older even without using :( . It would be very nice if I can arrange ...
I would not buy a used car here in Vietnam if you can afford not to. 85% of second Hand cars here have had their odometer turned back. You simply have no idea what you're getting in a second hand vehicle. Do you need 4 or 7 passenger seating? A ... Read More
chinese food in hcmc by eclipsemod
As a long time former New Yorker I sometimes miss Chinese takeout. Any one know any decent Chinese restaurants in hcmc that serve dishes like general tso chicken, chow mein, lemon or orange chicken? I sound fat... haha :D
Eat at your own risk but don't say I didn't warn you! :) Quality varies anywhere from "just barely satisfied my craving" to inedible. Hopefully you'll have better luck, but I would not have high expectations. www.woknroll.vn Read More
NFL playoffs
You're welcome. They stayed open 24 hours last week for the Divisional round. Good turnout and there's sound so you can hear the commentary which is nice. It's just like a sports bar back home in the states. Which team will you be ... Read More
NFL playoffs
Game On Sports Bar will be open 24 hours for the Playoffs. Their address is 115 Ho Tung Mau, district 1. Its a pretty big bar with plenty of tvs. Read More
good quality beef in ho chi minh by JustinAussieinVietnam
hi guys, I moved to ho chi minh a month ago and have been unable to find any good quality meat. do you know any place that sells high quality beef? I have heard there is australian beef around but just don't know where to find it. I'm in ...
I enjoy BLT as well and generally eat it while im in HK or in the states. They are reasonably priced given the quality of beef (my USDA Prime dry aged ribeye generally sets me back roughly $50 USD which I think is well worth it) If you really wanna ... Read More
good quality beef in ho chi minh by JustinAussieinVietnam
hi guys, I moved to ho chi minh a month ago and have been unable to find any good quality meat. do you know any place that sells high quality beef? I have heard there is australian beef around but just don't know where to find it. I'm in ...
There are many many many reasons why cows in Vietnam do not have the same flavor profile as their cousins do in the states. I'll only explain the major ones. For one, look at what the Vietnamese cows here eat; the dried up grass they are eating ... Read More
Thanksgiving dinner
Au Parc on Han Thuyen in D1 for 390,000 per person, app included. "Roasted Turkey with traditional pork, sage, and onion stuffing, gravy, cranberry & orange relish, roasted sweet potatoes, braised red cabbage and sauteed green ... Read More
Fact or Fiction? by tsshapiro
Recently, many Vietnamese have told me I shouldn't eat vegetables at food stalls because they are unhealthy. My friends are claiming that they are using a chemical spray which incredulously makes the vegetable mature into fantastic sizes ...
Tsshapiro, Your friends are absolutely 100% correct although exactly what it is they are using and what they are using it on will probably always remain a mystery. I personally know 2 companies where I live (in Binh Duong) bordering Cu Chi ... Read More
Animal and human rights Vietnam by Seath forder
Does anyone know of any animal rights program or organization. We have met a vietnamese man who we thought was a nice guy with a loving dog. But it has turned out he is a complete tyrant and inhuman person. We have dealt with him for some weeks now, ...
Seath, There are a few great organizations out of Saigon that help abused and abandoned animals. I'm not sure that they would just show up at this guy's house and take his dog, but at the very least you could send them a message to see what ... Read More
Finding antihistamine in Vietnam by VungTauDon
I am having some allergic reaction to something and it is causing me to have hives. Does anyone know the brand names of any Vietnamese antihistamine that would be like Benadryl tablets?
You can ask for Diphenhydramine, an antihistamine and the main ingredient in Benadryl. I would say 98% of pharmacies carry it. I was going to recommend Cetirizine which is generic for Zyrtec, but Zyrtec doesn't help hives so your best bet is the ... Read More
Young hangouts by PhillipT
Hi guys, I'm planning to study abroad in hcmc for a year next year and I'm kinda concerned about my social life there :/ I've been Vietnam for holiday once a year for the last 5-6 years and I've rarely met anyone my age partying and ...
I don't think the words "mature crowd" and "lush" have ever been used in the same sentence, so by all accounts that would be an oxymoron. You can go to places like accoustic bar. Last time I was there 99.9% of the customers ... Read More
What's the nightlife like in Saigon, any pubs, live musics venues? by Scotsman84
What's the nightlife like in Saigon? I don't care much for nightclubs but are there a good range of bars, pubs, and live music venues? Places playing different music styles and stuff going on 7 nights a week?
OP, ironically, I came across this article this morning and then just saw your post. (I'm an avid live music fan myself) http://www.citypassguide.com/vietnam-travel-blog/top-five-music-venues-saigon Another decent one not on the list is ... Read More
Moving To Saigon & Have A Few Questions by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Saigon. Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, under 30, and have funds from abroad if it matters ...
Totally agree on the fake liquor (sure, I'll have some "Jack Daniels") but serious question: Why not stick to Saigons, or 333? At $2 each (or less), could you really drink more than $10 worth in any given evening? Every day?I ... Read More
Moving To Saigon & Have A Few Questions by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Saigon. Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, under 30, and have funds from abroad if it matters ...
In Vietnam, it is generally assumed that the guy will ALWAYS pay. You might get that one very few who offers to pay every once in a while but it is so rare that I wouldn't even think about it. Not only will you pay for her, but she'll bring ... Read More
Why is Le Thanh Ton called "The Ghetto"? by DanFromSF
So, there's this area off Le Thanh Ton street in District 1. It's a few alleys of houses and restaurants, and a lot of Japanese live there. It seems like an OK area, but I've read that it's called "The Ghetto". Is this ...
Ghetto doesn't mean a crowded area with a significant amount of people living in it. If that was the case, every financial district in the world that have a lot of people living in it such as Toyko or Melbourne or Singapore would be considered ... Read More
Texas hold'em cash game or tournament by Xume
I am looking for a game of poker in HCM city, either cash game or tournament. Can someone pls tell me where I can play these games? Also, anyone is hosting a home game please let me know, my number is ***(William). Thanks!
Xume, New World has $2/4 NL with max buy in around $2000 (might have changed since last time I was there). Its a live game with real players but the dealing and raising etc is done via electronics; there's no dealer. No chips in front of you, ... Read More
Getting married, but have doubts... by fredgo
Hi all, I am new to this site, so bear with me. To the point, I have finally met a woman in Viet Nam that I love truly. In fact, I just spent 3 months with her in Nam Dinh and at the end I asked her to marry me. She is divorced and 2 children ...
I usually don't comment on these types of topics because I see/hear about 100 stories like this everyday, and they're all the same. The truth of the matter is, all you need to do is take a look at the heading of your post, "Getting ... Read More
120v to 220v adapter?
Anyone know where I can buy a 120 to 220 volt adapter here in Saigon? Many thanks! Jerry Read More
World Cup ! by vinh946
Hey ! Anyone Up for the first World Cup game on Friday night at 3am ??? Cheers !
Speaking of Basketball Jerry. Kyrie Irving should play for Australia. Check out Dante Exum, projected to be #4 in the Draft ...I know of Exum very well. Great size for a PG; 6'6. Should enable to him to see the floor very well. I have him going ... Read More
World Cup ! by vinh946
Hey ! Anyone Up for the first World Cup game on Friday night at 3am ??? Cheers !
Also, Any of the bars I mentioned above will have the NBA Finals Read More
World Cup ! by vinh946
Hey ! Anyone Up for the first World Cup game on Friday night at 3am ??? Cheers !
You can try Game On Saigon which is just a couple minute walking distance from Phattys. Address is 115 Ho Tung Mau D1. In my opinion, way better than Phattys. I wouldn't go to Phattys if the World Cup was actually being held there. Game On is ... Read More
Club 39 by Jquinoq
:/ anyone been to club 39 ADDRESS : Kumho Asiana Plaza Basement 39 Le Duan Str. Ben Nghe Ward, d1? I was wondering if it a nice place, drink service, cost? Is it appropriate for older generation (50) ? I'm just trying to find new places to enjoy. ...
Jquinoq, it's an ok club; not my cup of tea but perhaps you will enjoy it more than I did. It's a typical, upscale (by Vietnamese standards) club (like 030 or 02 if you've been to either), extremely loud, and not the best place to go to if you're ... Read More
Go Connecticut Huskies!!!!
Lloyd, glad to see another fan on here. I graduated in '04 when both the women and men's won it all. Celebrated with Emeka Okafor and Ben Gordon that year. One of the fondest memories of my life, along with '99 and that magical run in 2011 with ... Read More
Go Connecticut Huskies!!!!
My alma mater, and beloved Connecticut Huskies will be playing for an unprecedented 4th National Championship in the last 15 years tomorrow morning. I highly highly highly doubt there are any Uconn fans on here, let alone college basketball fans, ... Read More
English Club - Ho Chi Minh City by tomkat70
I know that there are many threads regarding English Club in Ho Chi Minh City. I just want to post this topic for those who are interested to join and would like to improve their English skill. The club meeting location will be in District 10 & 11, ...
I'm not a teacher lol Read More
English Club - Ho Chi Minh City by tomkat70
I know that there are many threads regarding English Club in Ho Chi Minh City. I just want to post this topic for those who are interested to join and would like to improve their English skill. The club meeting location will be in District 10 & 11, ...
Hi Tomkat, let me know if I can be of any assistance. I am a native English (American) speaker and can speak Vietnamese as well Jerry Read More
Where to watch US Superbowl Game in HCMC? by Julian09
Anyone know of a place that's broadcasting the 2014 Super Bowl game, and the time? District 1 would be handy.
I went to Phattys 2 years ago when my Giants beat the Pats. It get's really busy, shoulder to shoulder. Luckily I got there really early and had a good seat. Last year I watched it at RED Bar, 70 Ngo Duc Ke D1. I much prefer RED to Phattys, or ... Read More
45 days till arrival to Vietnam... by tintinmiami2013
Hey all expats, I'm going to be in Vietnam (Saigon) in 45 days. Looking forward to meeting up if you guys have time. I'll be in VN from 17/01-16/02 during the Tet holidays. Hit me up. - Tin Tin
Tin, Hit me up if you wanna have a beer or coffee. I'm an American born Vietnamese (Connecticut) who was relocated here 3 years ago by my employer. I don't think I have too many plans for Tet. Jerry Tiberius Halcyon Dorianus - I see what you ... Read More
Lasik in Vietnam (especially Saigon) by missmae
Hey guys! Does anybody here have experience with the LASIK surgery (surgery to correct vision). I consider getting this done here in Saigon at Cao Thang International Eye Hospital in District ...
MissMae, I completely know what you mean by being dependent on contacts. I'm -9.50 in both eyes and I literally can't see anything 2 feet in front of me when I'm not wearing my contacts. My doctor in America advised me to wait AT LEAST until I ... Read More
Cooking Ovens by Sploke77
What is an Infrared Oven and how different is it from a Convection Oven? Can any shop supply it here? If I buy it from the States, probably will need a voltage converter..
Sploke, I definitely miss fishing a lot here in Vietnam. I know you can catch tuna, sharks, and other large fish off the coast of Da Nang and other areas around there, but I don't know if its for recreational fisherman. I believe it may only be ... Read More
Cooking Ovens by Sploke77
What is an Infrared Oven and how different is it from a Convection Oven? Can any shop supply it here? If I buy it from the States, probably will need a voltage converter..
Thanks THD! Let me give it a shot now.. Read More
Cooking Ovens by Sploke77
What is an Infrared Oven and how different is it from a Convection Oven? Can any shop supply it here? If I buy it from the States, probably will need a voltage converter..
Is there a way to attach a picture that's already on your computer? I see the icon, but it keeps asking me for a URL. I don't think my picture will load that way Read More
Donating to the victims of Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines
I will be donating money to the Red Cross this weekend to aid in the relief of the victims affected by Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines. In an effort to raise as much money as possible if there are any Vietnamese people on Expat.com who would like ... Read More
Cooking Ovens by Sploke77
What is an Infrared Oven and how different is it from a Convection Oven? Can any shop supply it here? If I buy it from the States, probably will need a voltage converter..
Yes it is cheaper, maybe much cheaper, but what fun would that be? Back home I was an avid fisherman. We'd go out for stripers, marlin, tuna, snapper etc. By the time we fueled the boat, bought tackle, fishing supplies, and food, the cost for the ... Read More
Cooking Ovens by Sploke77
What is an Infrared Oven and how different is it from a Convection Oven? Can any shop supply it here? If I buy it from the States, probably will need a voltage converter..
Well written. I learned something new about infrared ovens today.Thanks THD, They claim that because the infrared waves penetrate the inside and cook from the inside out, you can place a solid frozen chicken in it without defrosting and it will ... Read More
Cooking Ovens by Sploke77
What is an Infrared Oven and how different is it from a Convection Oven? Can any shop supply it here? If I buy it from the States, probably will need a voltage converter..
Sploke, Without writing a novel, an infrared oven uses radiant energy, much like what the sun emits, to cooks its food. Convection ovens use natural gas or electric heating with a fan circulating, while infrared ovens cook food with infrared light ... Read More
Hmm...what do you miss? by tintinmiami2013
Expats, What do you miss from your respective countries beside your love ones? Do share. Tin Tin
Miss my M3. Miss food too but I go back every 4 months and stock up on everything so that's gotten better. Miss watching nfl all day on Sunday. Miss the first 2 days of march madness (anyone who knows what I'm talking about knows that's the 2 ... Read More
Heavy Cream / Heavy Whipping Cream by charmavietnam
Hi guys! Do you know where to find heavy cream / heavy whipping cream? I checked in co-op mart but just saw whipping cream only. I used that whipping cream in my 'Irish cream recipe' (Bailey original cream) but consistency is not nice though the ...
I've purchased heavy cream at Metro before Read More
Where can you rent a car without a driver? by Tran Hung Dao
Does anyone know a company that just rents the car without renting the driver?
No problem Jerry; it's still good info for any expats on business for long term. Driving in the Big City via automobile is a big pain. Motorbike is better since you can just drive on the sidewalks to get past traffic jam (Hey, when in Rome, do as ... Read More
Where can you rent a car without a driver? by Tran Hung Dao
Does anyone know a company that just rents the car without renting the driver?
My company pays for it, so no need to spend my own money. I get to trade in my car every 12 months for a new one, should I choose to, no charge. Also, any car expenses (i.e oil change, flat tires etc.. is all covered and free of charge) Sometimes ... Read More
Where can you rent a car without a driver? by Tran Hung Dao
Does anyone know a company that just rents the car without renting the driver?
Not a long term deal as I like to use my motorbike. A car is just to protect myself from crazy bus drivers and truck drivers on the narrow parts of the national highways. Where'd you rent yours?I'm sorry, I misunderstood. I thought you wanted to ... Read More
Where can you rent a car without a driver? by Tran Hung Dao
Does anyone know a company that just rents the car without renting the driver?
Are you looking for 4 or 7 passenger? How long and what's your budget? I was able to rent mine without a driver. Read More
HCMC / Saigon Nightlife Experts Needed by DashGlobal
Hey guys, was wondering if someone could break down the best places to go at night. By best I mean places with the most women, dancing, and lively fun atmosphere. Thanks
Sin Lounge (one of the best places to go right now), Lush, Chill, Velvet, Blanchy's.. Lot's of places, but not too many play top 40. If Vietnamese style clubbing is your thing, there's about a million places to go to... Gossip, 030, Gold, to name a ... Read More
US Expats... Do you have to return to US each year to do your tax? by ttra
To US Expats currently living in Vietnam. Do you have to return each year to do your tax? The deadline for yearly tax filing to the IRS is April 15. If you do your tax each year, does that mean you still keep your house (residence) in America? We ...
Hey Budman, Thanks for the info. Do you have to pay for that service? I've always used TurboTax just because it's so straight forward and it carries all of your information over from year to year. Since I travel so frequently back and forth between ... Read More
Anybody know where to get NES and Super NES USB controllers?
You just need a universal one for both NES and SNES. The one I have here has 4 buttons: a, b, x, and y. It also has the L and R buttons on top. Obviously you only use a and b for NES, and the others for SNES. I got mine in America though. It might ... Read More
US Expats... Do you have to return to US each year to do your tax? by ttra
To US Expats currently living in Vietnam. Do you have to return each year to do your tax? The deadline for yearly tax filing to the IRS is April 15. If you do your tax each year, does that mean you still keep your house (residence) in America? We ...
I file my own taxes every year using TurboTax. To the OP: My situation is different from yours because I still have a house back home in CT, so I obviously list that as my residence and I get to travel back home to the states for work every 3-4 ... Read More
Best Chè in Saigon? by JVo18
I have family visiting in town right now and my sister loves eating all types of che. I don't really know too much about che since I don't eat it at all, but I know she enjoys Che ba mau and basically any type. Are there any stores (sit down) that ...
Thanks Tom, I took her to a well known Che Thai place. I forgot the street name but it's in District 5 right off of Nguyen Trai, but not Nguyen Tri Phuong. She seemed to enjoy it. I myself have never gotten past the consistency of Che, although I ... Read More
i am opening a new three wheel bike businesses in vn by nickuscdds1
i am an expat from usa and love to live in vn. i am opening a three wheel bike business in saigon. since vn has alot of accidents, i think we need three wheeled bike to prevent falling off bike and hit the head. what u think, please give me some ...
Kind of off topic here, but @Mark_SuSu, my cursor happened to randomly stop on your flag and it says you are from CT? Where abouts? I was born and raised in Connecticut and lived there my entire life until my move to VN 2 years ago Read More
Best Chè in Saigon? by JVo18
I have family visiting in town right now and my sister loves eating all types of che. I don't really know too much about che since I don't eat it at all, but I know she enjoys Che ba mau and basically any type. Are there any stores (sit down) that ...
Thanks so much LittlePinky. I will take her there tomorrow :) Jerry Read More
Best Chè in Saigon?
I have family visiting in town right now and my sister loves eating all types of che. I don't really know too much about che since I don't eat it at all, but I know she enjoys Che ba mau and basically any type. Are there any stores (sit down) that ... Read More
Anyone interested in golfing?
Golf is pretty expensive here since it's considered a luxury. I was an avid golfer back home and played competitively when I was younger but haven't played much in the last 8 years due to work. If I remember correctly the last couple times I played ... Read More
Any where in HCMC where they served real bacon and eggs? by NashCat
Looking for a restaurant in HCMC that served real western style bacon and eggs with slices of white toast with butter, with a good cup of coffee to go with that. So far, most that I've tasted have a Vietnamese flavor to it, probably added nuoc mam ...
NashCat, I'm not sure if you'll find any place that will cook their eggs in fat. You might be better off cooking it yourself. That's what I do. You can get some pretty good American smoked bacon with a lot of fat content in any of the big stores ( ... Read More
Questions about Ho Chi Minh by Helen Trinh
Hello all! I will be in Ho Chi Minh between 23 May - 26 May (4 nights) and I havent been there since 1998! Would be very grateful if anyone could help me to reply to following questions: - [b]Does anyone know if there will be any live show (like ...
Thanks Helen, I think most of my information is pretty useless lol, but thanks again. Yes I can recommend some good restaurants in Tokyo. Where are you staying? I stayed in Chuo-ku, which is the main commercial center of Tokyo, 5 minutes away from ... Read More
Ngon Restaurant! by Rachel Bowman
Hi, Is Ngon Restaurant delicous?. What kind of food is the best. Would anyone recommend me?. Thanks
I'm not a fan of Ngon. I don't think its horrible but I think its badly over rated. It's basically a tourist trap. Cuc Gach Quan, in my opinion is much better in every way from the atmosphere to the decor and of course the food. It's a beautiful set ... Read More
Questions about Ho Chi Minh by Helen Trinh
Hello all! I will be in Ho Chi Minh between 23 May - 26 May (4 nights) and I havent been there since 1998! Would be very grateful if anyone could help me to reply to following questions: - [b]Does anyone know if there will be any live show (like ...
Hi Helen, There's a stage near my place where they always seem to have live concerts every weekend and always advertising singers every time I pass. I never look because I don't follow Vietnamese music that much but it gets pretty busy and looks ... Read More
Looking for new friends with same interest!! by Meo_yo
Hi guys! I'm Meo!! I'm wanting to go to Vietnam summer of 2014 and I want to go ahead and start making friends that are going to go there around that time OR already live there! I love to eat street foods, go to cafes to lounge around EAT DESSERT, ...
Do you happen to be a Sooner or Cowboy? Read More
Haggling at New Car Dealers? by LastInTranslation
Ok, I've been dying to know. I don't want to assume that the rest of the world buys their cars the same way we do in the US, which is usually: - visit a dealership; - test drive a car; - negotiate on price for hours and hours (and hours, if ...
Very little room for negotiation here in Vietnam. The country doesn't even want cars on the road due to the horrible traffic that already exists, so they can care less if you buy one or not. As opposed to the states where the automotive market is so ... Read More
Hoagies, Cheesesteaks, or Delis? by mtgmike
Hello. I've been here in Saigon a couple months and I'm dying for some "American" style food. I like the local flavors but I need something different. Are there any western style delis here with sliced ham, turkey, salami, provolone, american ...
Somehow I didn't see your question about Chinese food. There's a couple places that serve "American Chinese food" here in Saigon. Menu is typical of what you would see in the states with some variations. Both places have General Tso's. In addition ... Read More
Hoagies, Cheesesteaks, or Delis? by mtgmike
Hello. I've been here in Saigon a couple months and I'm dying for some "American" style food. I like the local flavors but I need something different. Are there any western style delis here with sliced ham, turkey, salami, provolone, american ...
Hey Mike, you might be disappointed with American food here (at least I am), but when you're craving it, you don't have other options. You can buy deli meats at Annam Gourmet at the corner of Hai Ba Trung, and Dong Du. It's not cheap... at all. I ... Read More
PHUONG HA HAM store in Dist 1 by Budman1
Has anybody been to this place lately? Is it worth a trip from Can Tho to it check out for some western food items? PHUONG HA HAM STORE Address: 58 Ham Nghi, District 1 I already have Veggys and Annam on my list for Saturdays trip up to Saigon. ...
It's a pretty good store, considering it's hard to find western products here in Saigon. Just inspect everything you buy, especially the frozen/dairy products. Last time I was there a couple bags of cheddar cheese had mold on them, and some of the ... Read More
PHUONG HA HAM store in Dist 1 by Budman1
Has anybody been to this place lately? Is it worth a trip from Can Tho to it check out for some western food items? PHUONG HA HAM STORE Address: 58 Ham Nghi, District 1 I already have Veggys and Annam on my list for Saturdays trip up to Saigon. ...
If you're already in Saigon it wouldn't hurt. But I wouldn't come from Can Tho just to go there. It's in Viet but here's the website. You can see some of the products they offer just by randomly clicking the links on the left even if you can't read ... Read More
paris by night LIVE
Your welcome Helen :) But sorry I didn't have better news Read More
paris by night LIVE
Hi Helen, I believe most of the shows are filmed in CA with a few older ones in Paris. Las Vegas had a couple and last year they filmed one in Foxwoods Resort and Casino in Connecticut where I was born, but for the most part, they are filmed in ... Read More
Where to buy Doritos by keno2
Anyone know if Doritos chips are available in the city? Have not been able to find them anywhere.
Hi Bohemian, no Arizona unfortunately. And for snapple they don't even have my favorite flavors (raspberry, peach and lemon). They just carry the fruity flavors like mango madness, fruit punch etc, but it's better than nothing. I'm sorry I don't ... Read More
Work Salary/Benefits Packages by ChristineNguyen
Hi all, Sorry if this question has been asked several times before so please direct me to the correct forum thread if that's the case. I may be receiving an opportunity to work in Vietnam (Binh Duong area just outside of HCMC) for an American ...
Hi Christine, The company that I work for is based in America. We are also a manufacturing company and I was transferred to Binh Duong as a director when my boss decided to open a second facility to help globalize our product. I'll send you a ... Read More
Looking for job at hcm, bihn duong
Where do you live in Binh Duong? I spend 4 days a week in Ben Cat for work. Read More
Car Rental by Phi Long
NO DRIVER. DO NOT NEED A DRIVER. My company is looking to rent a car (no driver) for an extended period of time. I would say we'll need it for a full year. Anyone know of a reputable place that has one available? Preferably something with 5 to 7 ...
Hi Eric, I pay $750 USD/ month for my 7 passenger Toyota Innova - (no driver). I've been renting it from a very small firm for a long time - very reliable and trustworthy guy. Anything happens they fix obviously. I'm not sure what he has in his ... Read More
Vegetable Shortening?
Think I saw some at Annam Gourmet, 16 Hai Ba Trung in D1. Read More
Question for all expat?
Thank Jerry, if you can afford it but no job. Do you stay?Yes, I don't see why not. I enjoy the people, culture, food, weather (winters in the northeast in America can be brutal!) and atmosphere. It's not a perfect country, but no country is. Plus ... Read More
Question for all expat?
I moved here because the company I work for in America opened a second facility in Vietnam to better globalize our product. Hence, I relocated here. I've been here just under 2 years and enjoy it so far. It's much different (in a good way) and I ... Read More
Questions about housing options from a first time visitor. by Nam_
Hi, I will be visiting Vietnam for the first time this winter and will probably be spending the entire time (just under 6 weeks) in HCMC. I would like to know what are the different inexpensive housing options available. I do not want to rent a ...
Nam check your PM. I might be looking to sublet my one bedroom studio in D1 during the winter months since I have another place to stay and probly won't use it Read More
Where to watch American football in HCMC by Hieumi
Hi guys, I have an American friend who is very keen on watching American football. He just moved to Ho Chi Minh city, Vietnam and wants to find some nice bars/restaurants where show American football. Many thanks to who can give me some ...
Anatta, sorry for the confusion. In an earlier post I mentioned that my friend is a manager of a really nice sports bar, much nicer than Boston and that I was gonna try and get him to open early for the game but he can't since he's closing the bar ... Read More
Where to watch American football in HCMC by Hieumi
Hi guys, I have an American friend who is very keen on watching American football. He just moved to Ho Chi Minh city, Vietnam and wants to find some nice bars/restaurants where show American football. Many thanks to who can give me some ...
I'm gonna set my alarm, but we'll see. I'll be there tomorrow night at midnight to watch my Giants (NFL) so I might save my energy for that game. Read More
Where to watch American football in HCMC by Hieumi
Hi guys, I have an American friend who is very keen on watching American football. He just moved to Ho Chi Minh city, Vietnam and wants to find some nice bars/restaurants where show American football. Many thanks to who can give me some ...
Hey Howie, Boston Sports Pub will have the USC game on. You might just have to ask them to change channels if it's not already on. My buddy has to close the bar and will be there really late tonight so he can't open earlier than 8 am tomorrow ... Read More
Looking for Purchaser & Logistic Staffs by qty2phoebe
Hi, Im from Malaysia, working at Vietnam as Purchasing Manager more than 9 months. We are looking for vietnamese candidates who can speak English and Mandarin to work with me. The position available is Purchasing Staff & Logistic Staff. Its a chance ...
Qty2, Where is your company located? Not VSIP since that's only 45 minutes away from D1. Are you in the Ben Cat area? Read More