In an Ever-Changing Saigon, Street Artisans Hold Fast to Dying Crafts
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- Published on 01 July 2020
- Written by Juliet Doling. Photos by Alberto Prieto.
We delve into the lives of Saigon’s artisans — an animal coconut leaf folder, a woodcarver embracing modern influences, an accomplished street corner calligrapher, and an itinerant craftsman to see what they’re doing to keep their art alive.
Japanese Brand Muji Announces Pop-up Store in Saigon
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- Published on 30 June 2020
- Written by Saigoneer.
Following in the footsteps of fast-fashion clothing brand Uniqlo, MUJI will be the next major Japanese retailer to launch in Saigon in the near future.
In Search of Charming Cafes Along Saigon's Train Alleys
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- Published on 29 June 2020
- Written by Govi Snell and Khoi Pham. Photos by Khoi Pham. Top image by Alberto Prieto.
Compared to Hanoi’s now-restricted Phung Hung “Train Street,” the neighborhoods bordering the railway in Saigon have neither the romanticism nor goosebumps-inducing adrenaline rush that turned the former into a world-renowned tourist attraction.
Saigon Postcard No. 24: A Slice of New Saigon
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- Published on 23 June 2020
- Written by Paul Christiansen. Illustration by Hannah Hoang.
Saigon is a cake with many bakers.
Hẻm Gems: Lower Your Voice, the Hidden Elephant Is Reading
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- Published on 21 June 2020
- Written by Khoi Pham. Photos by Alberto Prieto.
In Saigon’s indie cafe scene, there are household names and well-kept secrets; and then there are secrets that one might think are well-kept, but are actually household names.
The Art Book That Delves Into the History of Ancient Vietnamese Fashion
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- Published on 18 June 2020
- Written by Khoi Pham. Images courtesy of Vietnam Centre.
Born at the intersection of fashion and history, a new art book by a team of Vietnamese researchers and creatives will take readers on a journey back to the eras of the country’s past royalty.
'Da 5 Bloods' Review: A Vital Message Lost in a Deeply Flawed Film
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- Published on 17 June 2020
- Written by Michael Tatarski. Top image by Netflix.
This article contains major spoilers for Da 5 Bloods.
Vietnam Airlines to Buy Major Stake in Jetstar, Rename It 'Pacific Airlines'
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- Published on 16 June 2020
- Written by Saigoneer.
The national flag carrier will buy out the 30% stake that Qantas has in Jetstar Pacific as well.
[Photos] Scaling the Cliffs of Northern Vietnam
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- Published on 14 June 2020
- Written by Ian Rock. Photos by Ian Rock.
Despite its incredible potential, rock climbing in Vietnam still flies relatively under the radar.
Remembering Anthony Bourdain and His Passion for Southeast Asian Food
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- Published on 14 June 2020
- Written by Alexi Demetriadi. Illustration by Isabella Brown.
Anthony Bourdain meant many things to many people.
The Delectable Desserts to Satisfy Your Craving This Durian Season
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- Published on 12 June 2020
- Written by Paul Christiansen. Photos by Alberto Prieto.
If I were ever to believe in a generous god, the existence of durian would be the first piece of evidence I cite.
