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Windsor Plaza Hotel Vietnam: Exploring District 5 for shopping, food and culture

Post author:Rebecca Saw
Post published:September 7, 2017
Post category:Food Glamour Travel
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I was told that there is a a popular saying in Vietnam that goes “Eat in District 5, Live in District 3, See in District 1“.

Well then, I’m obviously in the right place since my hobby is eating! 🙂

I was coddled and cosseted in the comfortable 5 star hotel – Windsor Plaza Hotel (review HERE), located within District 5 and spent my daylight hours exploring its surroundings.
The best part of the hotel (to me) is its proximity to 2 wholesale haven – An Dong Plaza (air-conditioned) and An Dong Market (dry/wholesale produce market).

An Dong Wholesale Market

On one morning I went shopping as early as 6:30 am at An Dong wholesale market which is akin to Pratunam Bangkok with its grubby exterior, tiny lots and narrow aisles which are mostly blocked by the shopkeepers sitting in the aisles as they have nowhere else to sit.

Local products are the top priority here with a plethora of messy, winding stores offering shoppers Vietnamese candied fruits, clothes, local produce and handmade items.

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New menu (June 2016) launched at Open Farm Community!

Post author:Author RS
Post published:June 30, 2016
Post category:Food Glamour Travel
Post comments:2 Comments

Much has been raved about Open Farm Community since its inception.

A space that so emphatically embraces nature, an honest farm-to-table (animals excluded) concept, splendid recipes and diners had even professed big love for their flatware, Open Farm Community is much more than just a dining establishment.

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Get TouchDown SIM card for the best international roaming rates!

Post author:Rebecca Saw
Post published:March 23, 2016
Post category:Technology Travel
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UPDATE!
Winners of the 2 Touchdown SIM cards giveaway are:

1. Lance
2. Khai Xin

Email me at [email protected] and we will work out the location to meet! 🙂

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There are times I question my needs in life.
Do I need food, sleep or internet connectivity more?

Ok, that was a joke.
Or maybe not.

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The Club Hotel @ Ann Siang Singapore – REVIEW

Post author:Rebecca Saw
Post published:March 21, 2016
Post category:General
Post comments:2 Comments

My monthly excursions to Singapore are usually about food, food, and more food.

I do however, make attempts to catch up with both Malaysian and Singaporean friends whenever I’m in town, and it is all for the better if I could convince them to join me at some restaurants/cafes to stuff themselves silly with me.

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HONG KONG Shopping: Cheap, good food at Dragon Centre! Halal stall included!

Post author:Rebecca Saw
Post published:December 12, 2015
Post category:Travel
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Shopping is an exercise. And do not let anyone convince you otherwise. And thus sustenance are required. Just like everything under its roof, Dragon Centre Food Court provides substantial sustenance…

HONG KONG: Mini Hotel Central, Mini Hotel Stanley : REVIEW

Post author:Rebecca Saw
Post published:December 11, 2015
Post category:Accommodations Travel
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Mini Hotel Central. After a quick trip to Customs, we took a quick cab ride that took about 30 minutes down to the heart of Hong Kong in central where…

SINGAPORE: Conrad Centennial Festive Afternoon Tea 2015

Post author:Rebecca Saw
Post published:December 8, 2015
Post category:Accommodations Food Travel
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December is a happy month to be in Singapore.
It is the festive season and the streets, hotels and malls are gaily decorated, the atmosphere overall jovial and there are plenty of activities and attractions.

At Conrad Centennial Singapore, it is that time of the year for their annual, unique Beary Christmas tree to be standing tall and proud in the lobby.
2015 is the final year for the Conrad Bear tree as they will be revealing a new mascot next year so I’m thrilled to be standing beside this darling tree for the first and sadly, last time.

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