Danielle
@darago01
American expat in Vietnam
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About me
American
Lives in Ho Chi Minh City
Speaks English, Spanish
Registration: 14 June 2013
I need pie! by darago01
Guys, I need pie. Seriously though, I don't have an oven in my apartment, and I don't know anyone who does. I haven't had pie since Thanksgiving and I've been craving it like crazy! Does anyone know of a place where I can get some good pie??? ...
Oh wow, that sounds cool! We're actually in the process of coming up with ideas for Thanksgiving. My husband has many Vietnamese friends and we want to share the joy of Thanksgiving with them, so it seems he's making me cook, or buy ;) food for ... Read More
I need pie! by darago01
Guys, I need pie. Seriously though, I don't have an oven in my apartment, and I don't know anyone who does. I haven't had pie since Thanksgiving and I've been craving it like crazy! Does anyone know of a place where I can get some good pie??? ...
Ooooooo, it would be nice to make some pies for thanksgiving! :D Read More
I need pie! by darago01
Guys, I need pie. Seriously though, I don't have an oven in my apartment, and I don't know anyone who does. I haven't had pie since Thanksgiving and I've been craving it like crazy! Does anyone know of a place where I can get some good pie??? ...
Yes! I never say no to pie! :P Read More
I need pie! by darago01
Guys, I need pie. Seriously though, I don't have an oven in my apartment, and I don't know anyone who does. I haven't had pie since Thanksgiving and I've been craving it like crazy! Does anyone know of a place where I can get some good pie??? ...
Nope, I have yet to eaten any pie here. I found a few places that sell cheesecake and apple crumble, but it's not the same, haha. Oh well, one day :P Read More
You, female, from Vancouver, been to Pacharan on Friday 6 September by tirlkje
OK, I admit this sounds funny, but I don't care. If you are female, from Vancouver and you have been to Pacharan last Friday, 6 September then I would be happy to hear from you. You were there with a friend, at the bar on the top floor. ...
What did she look like? Read More
Accommodation - Getting Settled by b_grantley
Hello Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon people (still not sure exactly which name to call it yet.) My girlfriend and I are just settling in town. We have been looking for accommodation and saw an apartment today in District 2 that we like. It's in An ...
Haha, nice.... Have fun! :D Read More
Accommodation - Getting Settled by b_grantley
Hello Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon people (still not sure exactly which name to call it yet.) My girlfriend and I are just settling in town. We have been looking for accommodation and saw an apartment today in District 2 that we like. It's in An ...
Yup, 700 is quite a bit, but then again, district 2 in general is quite expensive :/ I think something between 550-600 is more reasonable. Read More
Is dangerous ! by Ng0720
I was in D2 today,and I saw a thief wanted to steal a white female's bag,so I went and tell this woman to be careful,and the thief send a "greeting"to me...that is fun....
That's weird....you didn't even notice it being stolen??? In that case, maybe it just broke and fell off or something like that? Read More
Is dangerous ! by Ng0720
I was in D2 today,and I saw a thief wanted to steal a white female's bag,so I went and tell this woman to be careful,and the thief send a "greeting"to me...that is fun....
Really? That's impressive. But why did your friend make the same mistake about bag security the second time? I hope she learnt her lessons well.The thing is, she's as safe as she can be. It was a small bag, always in front of her body, strapped over ... Read More
Is dangerous ! by Ng0720
I was in D2 today,and I saw a thief wanted to steal a white female's bag,so I went and tell this woman to be careful,and the thief send a "greeting"to me...that is fun....
I've seen someone try to steal my friends bag...TWICE!!!!! Yup, try. She's a tough one, it must be that Irish blood :P Read More
Online shopping websites by janin
Can some one please post some best online-shopping vietnamese websites as I want to buy one budget tablet and someone told me that these can be bought from online shopping websites. alternatively is there a big market area for tablets and laptops in ...
I hear that many people also buy clothes online. That would be pretty cool! I don't read Vietnamese, but as long as there are pictures, I'd be good. Does anyone know of any websites? Read More
Open a personal bank account - Comparison of banks offers by TuanSgn
Hello all, I am looking to open a personal bank account, which can be managed easily by internet or phone and that provides me a debit card. There are other people in this case so I want to make a post that can be updated with your experience. You ...
For HSBC, I had to provide my passport, visa, as well as a document signed and stamped by the police confirming my residence here in Vietnam. A word of advise: Get everything properly signed and stamped (easier said than done since no one here knows ... Read More
How much you paid for Visa? by Donysisi
3 months, single, 100 dollar, type B3
No, I'm sorry. I meant reapply. I reapply for the visa every three months at that fee....so I don't need the letter, I guess. Truth is, I don't really know what happens. I give them my visa and money and they take care of it haha Read More
Japanese Chocolates by Andy@SH
anyone here that like Japanese Chocolates and Biscuits e.g Shiro Koibito and Kit Kats
Haha....yeah. I see what you mean. I agree Read More
Japanese Chocolates by Andy@SH
anyone here that like Japanese Chocolates and Biscuits e.g Shiro Koibito and Kit Kats
I like kit Kats, but I don't know about trying any wasabi flavor candy :/ Read More
How much you paid for Visa? by Donysisi
3 months, single, 100 dollar, type B3
I pay $35 for 3months single entry Read More
Study Japanese?
Hello all, I met someone recently who would like to study Japanese. Does anyone know of someone who could give private lessons? I browsed real quick in the classified section, but it's mainly for learning English :/ Any suggestions would be ... Read More
Spanish buddies?? by yobear
Hi all, I'm looking for anyone from a Spanish-speaking country to meet up with and practice my Spanish speaking. I'm a non-native speaker with a decent hang on the language(from Miami) but if you don't use it you lose it right?? So I want to keep my ...
Hola Gloria, Nomás una pequeñita pregunta....ya sabes un poquito de inglés? Read More
Spanish buddies?? by yobear
Hi all, I'm looking for anyone from a Spanish-speaking country to meet up with and practice my Spanish speaking. I'm a non-native speaker with a decent hang on the language(from Miami) but if you don't use it you lose it right?? So I want to keep my ...
Hello Yobear, I'm from the states as well, but I'm from El Paso :P My grandparents are from Mexico and I speak Spanish...or at least I used to. Who knows, you might be better than me at Spanish! I guess I'd say my level is advanced, but since I ... Read More
looking for vietnamese people speaking french! by emoiii
Hi everybody! I'm looking for Vietnamese people who can speak french, the reason is that I want to ask them where did they learn it (university, language center) in order to know where I can eventually apply for for a position as a french teacher ...
It's called Pole Universitaire Français (or PUF). It's located in Thu Duc district near the national university. I guess it's part of the Toulouse system... They teach business and IT. You can study in English or French. If you're in the English ... Read More
looking for vietnamese people speaking french! by emoiii
Hi everybody! I'm looking for Vietnamese people who can speak french, the reason is that I want to ask them where did they learn it (university, language center) in order to know where I can eventually apply for for a position as a french teacher ...
I actually teach English at a French university.....I'll be sure to ask around for you :) Read More
I need pie! by darago01
Guys, I need pie. Seriously though, I don't have an oven in my apartment, and I don't know anyone who does. I haven't had pie since Thanksgiving and I've been craving it like crazy! Does anyone know of a place where I can get some good pie??? ...
Oh my lord!!! Thank you! I looked at some previously, but the ones I looked at required a pre-made pie crust (which I gave up on as soon as I read it). But there's some on here with a no-bake Oreo crust! I will definitely be making one of these in ... Read More
I need pie! by darago01
Guys, I need pie. Seriously though, I don't have an oven in my apartment, and I don't know anyone who does. I haven't had pie since Thanksgiving and I've been craving it like crazy! Does anyone know of a place where I can get some good pie??? ...
If anyone would like to make me a pie....who am I to stop them :P I've been to a Tours Le Jour near my apartment and no luck, but I am definitely going to visit Au Parc and Cao Thang street :D Read More
Latin dancing by MIA2013
Does anyone here know of any places that has salsa, merengue, or bachata dancing? Not schools, just nice clubs to unwind and have fun.:thanks:
Yeah, I would like to know as well. I don't need a class...I just need the venue and the music :D Read More
New visitor suggestions please by kamsonline
Hi All, I am visiting HCM for few months in November on official trip and would like some help and suggestions please. I don't know the exact place of my work but it's somewhere near the Saigontech University I beleive. Can someone please suggest ...
Also....no ovens anywhere. :( -Broken-hearted pie lover Read More
Root Beer by Adrian_79
Looking high and low for A&W root beer. So far havent had any luck finding it. Does anyone know of a supermarket or grocers that stock them?
Since you guys are talking about rare products..... Do any of you happen to know where I could get some pie (dessert pie)? Please help me! I'm in desperate need! :(( Read More
I need pie! by darago01
Guys, I need pie. Seriously though, I don't have an oven in my apartment, and I don't know anyone who does. I haven't had pie since Thanksgiving and I've been craving it like crazy! Does anyone know of a place where I can get some good pie??? ...
No guys! I meant sweet pie! Haha Like cherry pie, or apple pie, or banana cream pie..... Oh my gosh, I'm just making it worse for myself :/ Read More
I need pie! by darago01
Guys, I need pie. Seriously though, I don't have an oven in my apartment, and I don't know anyone who does. I haven't had pie since Thanksgiving and I've been craving it like crazy! Does anyone know of a place where I can get some good pie??? ...
Anything really except for pecan pie....that stuff is gross haha. Do you know of a place? Read More
I need pie!
Guys, I need pie. Seriously though, I don't have an oven in my apartment, and I don't know anyone who does. I haven't had pie since Thanksgiving and I've been craving it like crazy! Does anyone know of a place where I can get some good pie??? ... Read More
Giving away: Guitar case / stand plus radiohead guitar music book
I want it!!! Have you given it away yet?? Read More
Volunteering in HCMC by darago01
So is there somewhere in HCMC where an American can volunteer in this field? I have a degree in Environmental Studies from the states and would love to put it to good use! -Nelly
Great! I've already been assigned a project that I'm going to start working on this month....it sounds exciting. I'll keep you updated for sure! :) Read More
Volunteering in HCMC by darago01
So is there somewhere in HCMC where an American can volunteer in this field? I have a degree in Environmental Studies from the states and would love to put it to good use! -Nelly
Hello all! I just had a meeting with a man from ENV (Education for Nature Vietnam). I'm definitely excited to start volunteering with them! The great thing about this group is that it's "foreigner friendly" The website is in English and they are ... Read More
Environmental Organizations? by Jayhawk
Hello, I am interested in finding some kind of environmental organizations, clubs or groups in Ho Chi Minh City that I could volunteer at 1 or 2 times a month. If anyone knows of any please let me know as I am very interested in this subject and ...
Hello all! I just had a meeting with a man from ENV (Education for Nature Vietnam). I'm definitely excited to start volunteering with them! The great thing about this group is that it's "foreigner friendly" The website is in English and they are ... Read More
Gyms, sports- and yoga classes in Binh Thanh by KathaL
Hello everybody, I will move to HCMC this week and start my internship in Ward 25, Binh Thanh District. Does anybody know a gym in this area, which also offers sports classes like Yoga, Zumba, Bodypump, etc...? Or maybe just a centre where you can ...
Idk about a gym, but I will start taking a yoga class in District 2 right across the bridge. I met the instructor through here! Here is the website: lamasery.webs.com/ Read More
English-speaking hair stylist? by darago01
I'm so tired of my hair! I usually let it grow out for a year and then chop it all off, but I'm actually letting it grow out this time. The thing is, I'm going crazy.....I need to do something with it, and fast. I want to cut it, but keep it long ...
Ooooo......how expensive? For example, how much for a cut? Read More
English-speaking hair stylist? by darago01
I'm so tired of my hair! I usually let it grow out for a year and then chop it all off, but I'm actually letting it grow out this time. The thing is, I'm going crazy.....I need to do something with it, and fast. I want to cut it, but keep it long ...
Yes, district 1 seems to be the most obvious choice, but do you know of any that would do a good job? Any recommendations? Read More
English-speaking hair stylist?
I'm so tired of my hair! I usually let it grow out for a year and then chop it all off, but I'm actually letting it grow out this time. The thing is, I'm going crazy.....I need to do something with it, and fast. I want to cut it, but keep it long ... Read More
Spanish Speakers by StephenV
Hi, I'm moving to Ho Chi Minh in August. I'm an English teacher and my partner is a Spanish teacher. She is a native experienced language teacher and is looking to give lessons or do some language exchange, English/Vietnamese for Spanish! If you ...
Hey Stephen, Just a silly question, but why don't YOU teach her English??? Anyways! I wanted to ask what her level of English knowledge is. I'm American, but my family is from Mexico. I'm "meh" in my Spanish so I would love to brush up and ... Read More
an phu neighbours by dieu dac
Dear everyone, I just come to viet nam for few months,i want to looking for nanny,and I heard that there is a "An phu neighbour" website but I don't know how to log on this Could anyone plesae show me how ?thank you
Yup! Already did....thank you :) Read More
an phu neighbours by dieu dac
Dear everyone, I just come to viet nam for few months,i want to looking for nanny,and I heard that there is a "An phu neighbour" website but I don't know how to log on this Could anyone plesae show me how ?thank you
Hi, my name is Danielle. I'm American and have experience with children. You can message me through here if you'd like more information. Hope to hear from you! Read More
Girl looking for female friends for quality girly time. by Pogostick
Hey, My name's Rosie. I moved to Ho Chi Minh city from Toronto in January, and I'm teaching English here. I plan on being here until the end of November. I'm getting a little lonely and I miss my girl friends back home. I live with my boyfriend in ...
Dude, you're my soulmate lol: no, I swear I'm not a creeper. I'm in Binh Thanh District with my husband (no kids) here another year or so as well. I'm basically in the same boat you are! I'm 24 and find it difficult to make friends here. My husband ... Read More
Volunteering in HCMC by darago01
So is there somewhere in HCMC where an American can volunteer in this field? I have a degree in Environmental Studies from the states and would love to put it to good use! -Nelly
UNICEF is an organization aimed at helping children, right? Any environmental stuff in there? Read More
Volunteering in HCMC
So is there somewhere in HCMC where an American can volunteer in this field? I have a degree in Environmental Studies from the states and would love to put it to good use! -Nelly Read More