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Long-time HCMC resident, writer, and editor.
200 stories
Literature
First published in late 2015, The Mekong Review has quickly garnered a sterling reputation in a region short on quality print publications. Minh Bui Jones, its founder and editor, talks to Saigoneer about what went into its creation, and how he envisions its future.
Environment
Rising temperatures and shifting rainfall patterns may cost Vietnam 50% of its current Robusta coffee production areas by 2050. Experts agree the situation looks dire, but there is hope that the country can cope by using smart agricultural practices.
Branded Content
Saigoneer sits down with Sean Thommen, head brewer at East West Brewing Company , to talk about his beer philosophy, brewing techniques and what to expect when you visit.
Development
A Saigon-based travel blogger and location-independent entrepreneur, or digital nomad, recently released a subway-style map of what train travel would look like in Southeast Asia if every currently proposed rail line in the region was built.
Sports
Sports-minded residents in Vietnam’s major cities don’t have it easy: traffic overwhelms the streets and sidewalks ; air quality is generally terrible ; open spaces are nearly non-existent and it’s always either hot or raining. One would be forgiven for throwing in the towel on running or cycling and deciding to join a group of middle-aged women for a morning calisthenics/80s workout video session in the park.
Food Culture
UPDATE: We're sad to announce that as of October 2017, Ryu Gyong has been shuttered permanently , along with a few other North Korean restaurants in Da Nang, Hanoi, and Saigon.
Music & Arts
In 2008, British contemporary art collector David Ciclitira and his wife Serenella, an art critic, visited South Korea. Though they were struck by the modern art scene there, the couple struggled to find much information on South Korea's contemporary artists.
Arts & Culture
For many people, particularly from younger generations, art museums can seem a little stale. When there are so many digital entertainment outlets, standing in a room and silently contemplating a painting or sculpture doesn’t sound like a great time.