Giving Vietnam a taste of Hawaii
Ryan Tsutsui, a Hawaiian food store owner in HCMC for six years, has merged Hawaiian and Vietnamese flavors, contributing to the country’s thriving food culture. Hibachi Takeaway Restaurant, located at 655/2 Doan Van Bo Street, District 4, HCMC, is a place where the spirit of aloha can be found in
A journey of healing
Henrike Doornbos, who has lived in and out of Vietnam, has been battling depression most of her life. After reading about it and seeking help, she overcame her mental problems and began a career as a life coach in Vietnam. She speaks to The Saigon Times about her journey with depression, why
Making digital nomad a lifestyle
For Sylvie Nguyen, being a digital nomad is a lifestyle. Traveling to new environments and new countries inspires her and helps her strike a good balance between her work and personal life. In an interview with The Saigon Times, Nguyen talks about her life as a digital nomad, its benefits and
Finding opportunities in Vietnam
We have heard the importance of looking within, finding yourself, and being true to what you see. To Vietnamese, while changes can be made at any time, the New Year seems the best time to commit to leading your best life. Echoing the same opinion, Alushka Linh, a young woman from South Africa, has
Love knows no borders
People talk about love all year round, but Valentine’s Day made its presence more vivid than ever in February. For this special occasion, The Saigon Times spoke with Aaron Solomon Lorenz (Aaron) from Michigan of the U.S. and Ai Chi My Nguyen (Chi) from HCMC, Vietnam about their journey together.
Building basketball community in Vietnam
Peter Knight started to play basketball as soon as he knew how to pick up a ball. His mother was a basketball coach, so his passion for the game grew since he was a child. Knight started coaching when he was only 17 years old, and has continued to coach until now since he moved […]
Coffee knows no borders
Coffee is a global beverage and knows no borders. As Vietnam continues re-opening its doors to the world post-Covid, its famous coffee is finding new partners and innovators. Daniele Melito is a prime example. Originally from Rome, the Italian has been based in HCMC for the last three years,
A blessing to be busy
After her husband’s job led her to Vietnam, Jessica Likens has been balancing homeschooling her daughter, working as an actress and an acting coach and life in a new country. And she has never been busier. Or happier! The Saigon Times: Can you share your journey to becoming an acting coach?