Posted in Xcapades on Dec 29th, 2008
So far I’ve shared some glimpses of my visit to Vietnam, or Hà Nội to be more specific. Have uploaded pix of motorcyclists, Hoan Kiem Lake, etc. Not forgetting the ‘conical’ hats which hide the wearers’ faces.
Of course, there’s more in store. I shot something like 600 plus photos. That’s the beauty of digital […]
In the heart of Hà Nội, within walking distance, to the south of the bustling Old Quarter, rests a calm body of water – the enchanting Hoan Kiem Lake. Several of the city’s finest colonial buildings are located in the vicinity, including the French-styled Opera House and the History Museum.
The lake has a somewhat King […]
Posted in Xcapades on Dec 23rd, 2008
Like the elegant áo dài worn by Vietnamese women, the cone-shaped hat is also very much an integral part of the country’s culture. Weaved from palm leaves, the cone hat offers an effective protection for the wearer from the sun and rain
Judging from their khaki uniform, they are probably city council staff <Canon 350D: ISO […]
This caption story starts with the lady in high heel shoes helping to adjust her companion’s helmet strap or something. And there’s the biker waiting patiently for someone. In the foreground, a young lady placing a heavy load onto her bike. BTW this was taken outside the Đồng Xuân market. <Canon 350D: ISO 200; F/7; […]
Posted in Bon Appetit on Dec 21st, 2008
Friends and ex-colleagues of YC Chung (aka Chin) and his other half, Ee Mei, will be glad to know that their Coffee Ritual Cafe has relocated from its previous premises in Phileo Damansara to PJ’s Section 14, on the same street as TGIF. Just reopened for business a few days ago. And as Ei Mei […]
