On Deep Reading the Poetic Works of Vietnamese Writer Nhã Thuyên
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- Published on 19 December 2020
- Written by Christophe Robert. Illustration by Bu.
Reflections on Nhã Thuyên’s poem 'Traces of nothing' and other writings.
[Photos] An Idyllic Slice of 1957 Cambodian Life
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- Published on 17 December 2020
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam isn't the only country in the region to change dramatically over the last several decades.
[Photos] Saigoneer's Best Original Photography of 2020
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- Published on 16 December 2020
- Written by Saigoneer.
Is it possible to ruminate on the past 12 months without agonizing over the looming threat of COVID-19 and the grief it has inflicted on global communities? Perhaps not, but if there’s any place in the world where that might be possible, it’s Vietnam.
[Photos] Cloudy With a Chance of Flooding: On Chasing Storms Around Saigon
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- Published on 15 December 2020
- Written by Christopher Otis. Photos by Chris Otis.
A long-time Australian resident of Saigon once joked with me after my arrival to Vietnam a few years ago that southern Vietnam has two seasons: hot, and bloody hot.
Review: 'Monsoon' Peruses the Chasm Between Past and Contemporary Vietnam
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- Published on 13 December 2020
- Written by Michael Tatarski.
Monsoon is Vietnam-shot film directed by Hong Khaou that was released earlier this year. It is spoken by Lee (David Tran) to Kit (Henry Golding) as they have tea on a Saigon sidewalk and references the latter's return to Vietnam for the first time since leaving as a child.
[Photos] The Small-Town Charm of Vung Tau in the 1960s
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- Published on 12 December 2020
- Written by Saigoneer. .
From remembering fond memories with loved ones to selling products and even gaining clues to a grisly crime, photos have many uses.
Tarp, but Make It Fashion: A Saigon Trio Upcycles Canopies Into Backpacks
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- Published on 09 December 2020
- Written by Mầm. Photos courtesy of Dòng Dòng Sài Gòn.
With a love for the environment and ample creativity, Kiều Anh, Trang, and Tú Quân have built a unique fashion brand named Dòng Dòng Sài Gòn. The line of bags and other items created from recycled tarpaulin encompasses a message of youthful experimentation: “Let’s just give it a try, should it turn awry, make a U-turn.”
Hẻm Gems: Thời Thanh Xuân, the Special Saigon Cafe Run by Deaf Staff
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- Published on 07 December 2020
- Written by Mầm. Photos by Alberto Prieto.
Quán của Thời Thanh Xuân not only encompasses the youth of its founder, Võ Thành Luân, it’s also where hard-of-hearing Vietnamese can write their own story, learn, focus on self-development, and be a part of society.
At Da Lat's Secluded Da Phuoc Temple, Insights Into Cao Dai Teachings
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- Published on 05 December 2020
- Written by Paul Christiansen. Photos by Alberto Prieto.
Perched on top of a hilly area, Da Lat's Cao Dai temple is a towering structure of vibrant aesthetics and intriguing mysticism.
Ngõ Nooks: Hidden Gem, the Cafe that Recycled Knick-Knacks Built
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- Published on 04 December 2020
- Written by Francesco Montresor. Photos by Alberto Prieto.
It is difficult to describe Hidden Gem Café without paraphrasing its name, but I have not found a better way to characterize this wonderful establishment.
[Photos] Views of 1993 Vietnam From Behind the Lens of a Past War Orphan
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- Published on 29 November 2020
- Written by Mark F. Erickson. Photos by Mark F. Erickson.
I have been carrying this film around for over a quarter-century from Hanoi to Saigon to Boston and to New York.
[Photos] Black-and-White Shots of Hanoi Street Scenes From 1940
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- Published on 26 November 2020
- Written by Saigoneer.
For thousands of years, streets have served a multitude of purposes.
In Saigon, a Movie Studio Becomes the New Home for Vietnam's Basketball 'Bubble'
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- Published on 25 November 2020
- Written by Harry Hodge. Photos provided by VBA.
A tight game heading towards halftime in Ho Chi Minh City. The crowd bashing thundersticks to egg on the competitors. And then a chant breaks out: “Let’s go Hanoi.”
[Photos] Get Set, Row: The Aquatic Exuberance of Soc Trang's Ooc Om Bok Festival
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- Published on 24 November 2020
- Written by Adrien Jean. Photos by Adrien Jean.
Also called the Moon Worship festival, Ooc Om Bok is one of the liveliest festivals in the Khmer calendar.
Hẻm Gems: A Vietnamese Curry That Makes the Case for Coconut Milk
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- Published on 21 November 2020
- Written by Khôi Phạm. Photos by Alberto Prieto.
If you’re not usually a fan of Vietnamese curry, Cà Ri Gà 3T’s signature dish is a surprisingly well-balanced offering. And If you are indeed a fan, then you’re in luck.
When Life Gives You Flavorful Vietnamese Cashews, Make Vegan Cheese
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- Published on 20 November 2020
- Written by Juliet Bao Ngoc Doling. Top photo by Michael Tatarski.
“Firstly, I had to find my calling, but in the end, it all came down to creating something and then seeing others enjoy it."
How a Simple Toilet Improved the Life of a Small Ben Tre Family
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- Published on 18 November 2020
- Written by Michael Tatarski. Top photo by Morgan Ommer.
Do you ever pause for a second when using the toilet?
Review: 'Đoạn Trường Vinh Hoa' Is Cải Lương at Its Most Heart-Wrenching
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- Published on 15 November 2020
- Written by Khôi Phạm. Photos courtesy of Đoạn Trường Vinh Hoa.
As the screening came to an end, there were quiet sobs echoing softly across the auditorium. For a lot of us viewers with water in our eyes, it was a complete surprise that a documentary about a seemingly familiar subject matter like cải lương was capable of moving us so intensely.
Into the Storm: A Journey Into Quang Binh's Typhoon-Battered Communities
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- Published on 15 November 2020
- Written by Alberto Prieto. Photos by Alberto Prieto.
October was a month of unceasing devastation and pain for central Vietnam. It started with unprecedented downpours; then consecutive typhoons hit; and sudden landslides turned deadly fast. A few weeks ago, Saigoneer's photographer followed a charity organization during their relief efforts into some of Quang Binh's hardest-hit communities. Here's a first-hand account from central Vietnam.
Hẻm Gems: Sipping Cocktails on Plastic Stools Is a Special Saigon Street Treat
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- Published on 13 November 2020
- Written by Pavan Shamdasani. Photos by Rory Gill.
Is there anything more synonymous with Saigon than the humble street cart? With stalls citywide on every corner, it’s our version of the public house — places where people come together and connect, as close as possible to the beating heart of the street.
