Hanoi Lately

Heya Folks,
Hanoi Lately has been full of great and fun experiences. Sunday last I went along to a 'conversation club' run by some very enthusiastic Vietnamese friends, who desperately want to practice speaking English with each other. The meeting was held upstairs in a cafe (thats the kind of meeting I like!); we had a debate on the relative merits of cosmetic surgery, and then played a game of charades. I can honestly say it was one of the funnest nights I have ever spent here, met some awesome people, lots of laughs and I cant wait for the next meeting this sunday! Here are some pictures taken on the night, and earlier this week whn we went to a student cafe for grub and cards.


Continuing our quest for Hanoi's speciality food streets, this week we have tried 'che', a fruit salad covered with ice and, yup, you guessed it, that alltime favourite of Hanonians...condensed milk. It actually tasted really nice, though I rather prefer the sua chua nep cam option.

Tet holiday is nearly upon us, which means that the shops and streets are getting really busy here...its just like the week before christmas with everybody doing their last-minute shopping! Tonight is the Tet party here at the STA house, which should be really fin, and tomorrow is the last day teaching at Children's Palace before the holidays. GAMES GAMES GAMES!

Until Next Time

SarahHeadsEast xx