Fresh challenges await this year’s young participants as they form teams and rush around downtown in search of insects, obscure old buildings, hugs from strangers and more.
A dizzying array of global artistic talent in a range of new media exhibits is on display at Building Bridges Yangon. Writer Myint Myat Thu shares some favorites.
Ko Kyaw Kyaw Htike’s Zero Plastic brand offers reusable products made from biodegradable materials to lessen the burden of single-use-plastic waste.
Bart is a cool, laid back downtown bar with a wide ranging food and drink menu sure to satisfy the lunchtime worker and the nighttime bar fly alike.
Yangon-based artist Kaung Kyaw Khine expresses both the anguish and the hope of the waiting masses.
It is the third location since first opening in 2013 for the popular eatery, known for its classic Shan cuisine made of fresh ingredients and served fine-dining style.
Magazine launches, wine tastings and Yangon’s first-ever Spanish film festival make this a particularly good week to go out and enjoy the city. Just bring an umbrella.
Chef Ko Padang Laroi has added two combination meals to the menu at this award-winning ethnic eatery in Kamayut Township.
From meals made of mango to female-fronted metalcore, there are plenty of reasons for Yangonites to take time out of their regular routines this week and indulge.
Event aims to promote attractions and facilities that will encourage travelers visiting Myanmar to spend more time in the commercial capital.
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