Isacameth
Canadian expat in Vietnam
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Saigon
Speaks English, and minimal cantonese( at least enough to get by)
Registration: 03 April 2013
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Organic Hipster Stuff by treesahquiche
Okay, so I don't even know if it's possible to get this stuff, since I've been to Co.op Mart, Maximark, and Citimart and haven't seen anything, but is there a place where I can get: - Organic, raw (unprocessed, unheated, still contains beeswax and ...
Buying organic is hard here. I'm all for organic and I'm not a hipster at all. Annam gourmet has lots of bob mills products and some organic veggies/ fruits. Shops in most districts like 2,1 and 7. Also there is another shop called organic market in ... Read More
Coffee, how safe is it in Vietnam? by DirtyPierre
This article may disturb some coffee addicts. Dangers of coffee in Vietnam
Wow! Is this true? I would like a local to confirm this as it's so scary to know that I inhale my coffee. I love it so much but I have to rethink this. At 12k a pop it's cheap but I wouldn't buy another one if this is what it's come down to. I see ... Read More
New immigration laws... by Silvana_Arocha
Think is important to share this info New Immigration Laws for South Africa - 2014 26 January 2014 | Presentation on the Amendments to the Immigration Act. The Introduction of New Immigration Laws and Regulations for South Africa. What does this ...
Thanks for the help Read More
New immigration laws... by Silvana_Arocha
Think is important to share this info New Immigration Laws for South Africa - 2014 26 January 2014 | Presentation on the Amendments to the Immigration Act. The Introduction of New Immigration Laws and Regulations for South Africa. What does this ...
Just a quick question. I've been reading and it says now everyone now needs to apply for a visa in person at the consulate. Is that including all of North America and such? I've been traveling and I sure don't want to go back to where I'm from just ... Read More
California Fitness by Vickha
Hi I am interested in joining California Fitness at Hung Vuong. How much should membership cost? I have been offered 8 mil for 15 months. Is that reasonable? Thanks
I had gotten mine membership for about $33 US/mth. But I only wanted 6 mths. The longer you sign up for the cheaper it is. It completely did a complete renovation with brand new weight machines. As for classes I'm not sure when the cycling one ... Read More
Fake Alcohol in Saigon by missmae
Were you ever served fake alcohol in Saigon or Vietnam? I had a Mojito and a Pina Colada at a live music bar in D1 and felt like crap the next days. My body reacted heavily to the alcohol. I use to have neurodermatitis and it breaked out last time ...
I haven't experienced anything in saigon. But nha trang I went to the sailing club. And I'm not a light weight. I could down a bottle of wine and feel fine. After drinking one glass of vodka I was lights out. I don't know what was in my drink but I ... Read More
California Fitness by Vickha
Hi I am interested in joining California Fitness at Hung Vuong. How much should membership cost? I have been offered 8 mil for 15 months. Is that reasonable? Thanks
That's really not reasonable. Look into get fit in district 4 just across the bridge from district 1. California wow is really outrageous compared to the price of get fit. Thank me later, Read More
INFO ABOUT DISTRICT 4 by Dario5422
HI all, i just transferred in District 4, Hoang Dieu street. Can some of you suggest a gym and a place where to rent a motorcycle near here? Thanks in advance for all suggestions :)
Get fit is in district 4. It's renovating now but the machines are good quality. And I paid the same I would pay in US. I think I got a good deal. And as for renting motorbikes if you go to the backpacker district. There are lots. It's not hard to ... Read More
Printer ink refills by Isacameth
Does anyone know of a place I can go to get my printer ink refilled?
Thx. Will check that out. Very helpful. Read More
Printer ink refills by Isacameth
Does anyone know of a place I can go to get my printer ink refilled?
I'm in district 5 by the the Windsor hotel. Can I get an address and te cost to refill a black ink on HP printer? Thx Read More
Printer ink refills
Does anyone know of a place I can go to get my printer ink refilled? Read More
wheat spring roll wrappers by Isacameth
I'm looking for wheat spring roll wrappers to make cha gio. I don't like the rice paper ones as they don't cook up crispy and they stick to my teeth. I have been to district 5 cho lon market and they have tiny little round ones. Not exactly ones I'm ...
dathancna, I go there and didnt even think of looking there. But I will now. Thanks! Read More
wheat spring roll wrappers by Isacameth
I'm looking for wheat spring roll wrappers to make cha gio. I don't like the rice paper ones as they don't cook up crispy and they stick to my teeth. I have been to district 5 cho lon market and they have tiny little round ones. Not exactly ones I'm ...
Thx Tony, yes I have at this moment use these ones from the market. I like them also but prefer the wheat based ones. But thank you Read More
wheat spring roll wrappers by Isacameth
I'm looking for wheat spring roll wrappers to make cha gio. I don't like the rice paper ones as they don't cook up crispy and they stick to my teeth. I have been to district 5 cho lon market and they have tiny little round ones. Not exactly ones I'm ...
What are the wrappers called in vietnamese? I think I have tried the ones you mentioned but they are quite small. Looking for something like http://www.shopwell.com/spring-home-tyj-spring-roll-pastry/asian-food/p/2757812550 And they are square. ... Read More
wheat spring roll wrappers
I'm looking for wheat spring roll wrappers to make cha gio. I don't like the rice paper ones as they don't cook up crispy and they stick to my teeth. I have been to district 5 cho lon market and they have tiny little round ones. Not exactly ones I'm ... Read More