'Hot Off The Press'
A Tribute to Michael Jackson
The FCC pays tribute to the 'The King of Pop' August 22. The night includes Michael Jackson film clips and videos, special guest dancers, and DJ Felipe from Spain spinning hot 80s favorites until late.
http://www.fcccambodia.com/newsletter/0809/michael-jackson.php
Two Worlds in a Window
In 'Photo Reflections,' French photographer Andeol Cadin explores Paris through the reflections of its shop windows.
http://www.fcccambodia.com/newsletter/0809/reflections.php
Hot Salsa Nights
With an iPod and a library of Latin jazz, DJ Jimmy Campbell is bringing the spirits of 1950s Havana to the new makeshift dance halls of modern Phnom Penh.
http://www.fcccambodia.com/newsletter/0809/salsa.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.
Headlines From the Phnom Penh Post
Govt campaign turns back the clock on press freedom
Press freedom is in its worst state in Cambodia since the early 1990s, say reporters for the country's independent and opposition newspapers, who argue that the current crackdown against government critics risks bringing the country full circle to the repressive environment of the 1980s.
http://www.fcccambodia.com/newsletter/0809/ppp1.php
New airline a bridge to Cambodia, PM says
Cambodia Angkor Air will help the Kingdom realise its potential as a tourist destination, Hun Sen says, starting with flights today
http://www.fcccambodia.com/newsletter/0809/ppp2.php
New figures show large decline in tourism arrivals to Cambodia
Ministry releases full data for arrivals for first six months with Vietnam the only country to see increased tourist numbers among top six nations
http://www.fcccambodia.com/newsletter/0809/ppp3.php
At The FCC and Beyond
Great Deals on Rooms
The FCC Angkor in Siem Reap and The Quay in Phnom Penh are both offering great room deals during July. Visit the web site for complete details.
Café Fresco Central Market
Don't forget, Café Fresco Central Market is now open on the southeast side of the market. Enjoy all your Café Fresco favorites.
Pacharan: $7 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.
Calendar of Events
FCC Phnom Penh
- A Tribute to Michael Jackson, film clips and videos, special guest dancers, and DJ Felipe from Spain spinning hot 80s favorites until late. Saturday Aug 22, 6 p.m.
Pacharan
- Salsa Night with DJ Jimmy, Thursday August 20.
- Loco Wednesdays, 1/2 price Mojitos, Sangria and Caprioska from 6 p.m.
Chow
- Special Guest DJ, Saturday Aug 8, 8.pm.
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.
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