'Hot Off The Press'
The Flooded Forests of Cambodia
Photographer Paul Stewart documents the flooded forests of Cambodia's northern Mekong in gorgeous blue monotone panorama.
http://www.fcccambodia.com/newsletter/0509/paul-stewart.php
House of Yoga
The Kundalini Yoga House provides an accessible alternative to standard activities on the Phnom Penh arts and entertainment scene
http://www.fcccambodia.com/newsletter/0509/yoga.php
Tattooed in the Penh
Veteran tattoo artist Mark Cassidy calls Cambodia home, and he has a few sage words for the casual observer considering getting inked in Phnom Penh
http://www.fcccambodia.com/newsletter/0509/marks-marks.php
Fresco BKK: Chill Out Sessions
Hard week at the mill?
Let us take over for a while so you can unwind. Free childminders, movies for kids and plenty of toys and fun for them. Half-priced wine selection and a $5 pasta menu for you. Who can argue with that? Everyday from 5 to 9 p.m. at Café Fresco BKK.
Café Fresco Central Market: Now Open
Don't forget, Café Fresco Central Market is now open on the southeast side of the market. Enjoy all your Café Fresco favorites.
Pacharan: Lunch Special
Two tapas plates, bread and alioli, a glass of sangria, beer or wine, plus coffee all for just $7. Every day at Pacharan from 11 a.m. until 3:30 p.m.
MEMBERS DISCOUNT: 25% off lunch everyday.
Chow: Chow 8 Lunch Special
Sample the scrumptious Asian Lunch Special from Chow, with wine. Only $8. See the menu.
The Quay: Happy Hour
Happy Hour at The Quay from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Enjoy half-priced juices and cocktails and $1 Tiger Draft beer. Rooftop open to the public.
Headlines From the Phnom Penh Post
Mondulkiri's roads less travelled offer respite
As construction of a new highway cuts travel time from the capital, Mondulkiri emerges as a rugged yet relaxed alternative for visitors.
http://www.fcccambodia.com/newsletter/0509/ppp1.php
Changing the face of dance
Relatively new in Cambodia, contemporary dance is making inroads with performers and audiences. But its roots remain steadfastly traditional.
http://www.fcccambodia.com/newsletter/0509/ppp2.php
Luxury hidden oasis is the best Kep secret
Swiss-born Dan Kreis and his wife Cheang have created a balance between luxury and wilderness on the south coast.
http://www.fcccambodia.com/newsletter/0509/ppp3.php
Calendar of Events
La Mansion
- Artisans d'angkor Annual Sale May 16-23. 9am - 6pm
FCC Phnom Penh
- Mekong Pirates. Live music. Saturday May 9th, 9pm
- Juram Jam. Acoustic guitar. Saturday May 23, 8 p.m.
- Pascal Jolivet, Wine Makers Dinner 4-course dinner with matching wines. Thursday May 28th, 7:30 pm. $35.00 per person
- Mamma Mia. Movie screening, sing-along, performances, prizes and giveaways. Happy hours from 5-9 p.m. Dress up in your best 70s-80s costume. DJ Illest mixing it up with some fab ABBA classics. Free entrance for anyone in costume, $2.00 for everyone else. In conjunction with AsiaLife. Saturday May 30, 7:30 p.m.
- "Ramsar Site 999 - The Flooded Forests of Northern Cambodia", panoramic photographs by Paul Stewart. Through May 31.
- Sunday Seafood Semillon Brunch. All-you-can-eat Seafood plus a free flow of Semillon and supervised activities for kids. First Sunday of every month. $28.00 per person from 11:00 - 3:00 pm.
- Premier League on the BIG SCREEN every weekend at the FCC Rooftop. $1 Tiger Draft during matches.
Pacharan
- Cuban night with DJ Felipe mixing it up. Thursday May 28th, 8pm
- Loco Wednesdays, 1/2 price Mojitos, Sangria and Caprioska from 6 p.m.
Chow
Fresco BKK
- Chill out sessions Discounted wines and activities for kids. Everyday from 5 to 9 p.m.
FCC Angkor
- Max Mellow on strings (acoustic music). Every Friday 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
- Premiere League football Every Saturday & Sunday.
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