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The Newly Launched So Saigon Website!

Welcome to the So Saigon website. While the site was only launched at the end of February 2008, it has been a long time coming. So Saigon is the sister site of The New Hanoian, a site that has clearly established itself as the premier English language website for those calling Hanoi home. It is also a project of Xemzi Limited of Hong Kong, an information technology company dedicated to bringing a hyper-local touch to the web resources of cities throughout East Asia. Xemzi supported sites are always locally managed and operated under the premise that nobody has a better grasp of what goes into making a city great than the people who live there.

A city like Saigon deserves top notch web resources that not only reflect the immense diversity of things happening here, but also that give those who know the city best the opportunity to ensure that it never falls behind the times. You, more than anyone else, are the best source of informati...

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L'Oreal

Everything for skin, hair and body can be found at these two outlets under a wide range of recognisable brand names. Products are also on sale at the big shopping malls, with prices pretty much what you would expect.

Natural Rendez - Vous

This shop offers you the chance to buy the AZIAL and rendez-vous ranges of all-natural skin care products, which are used at many spas. Try the sesame exfoliating soap or the carrot and honey soap to create your own personal spa treatment.

YKC Hair Studio

Run by Canadian hair stylist Ky the Guy (cut and colour specialist), YKC's reputation for well-trained staff, attention to detail and an English friendly environment attracts a loyal expat clientele.

Lady Saigon

Women-only spa offering the lot – Thai and shiatsu massage, skin peels and rejuvenation, facial care, waxing, slimming treatments, hair care, nail care, and even yoga. Prices are very reasonable.

The Salon

From the same chain as His Salon, these places have equally well-trained stylists offering simple haircuts starting from VND150,000.

Kimage Academy of Hair & Makeup

More high-end salon than school, this Singapore-based outlet provides hair treatments, from a simple wash and blow dry from a student (VND5,000) to multi-tonal highlights from a junior stylist (VND310,000). All services are monitored by highly qualified instructors. Appointments recommended. Open 9am to 9pm.

Today's Events

DJ Mark & El Verde on Live Guitar @ Xu Restaurant Lounge, Friday September 3rd, 2010, 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm - NU-JAZZ, BROKEN BEATS & SOULFUL HOUSE is only part of the wide range music on the night and every Friday night. DJ Mark Jolly and El Verde on live acoustic guitar making beautiful music together. Gets into your soul.
event photoCooper's Friday @ VINO, Friday September 3rd, 2010, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm - Finish off the work week with ice cold Cooper's beer and Aussie sausage rolls.
Pastis Night @ 44, Friday September 3rd, 2010, 8:00 pm - 11:50 pm - A night of Pastis at the 44 Cafe and Gallery.
event photoReloaded -- every Friday and Saturday night @ Q Bar, Friday September 3rd, 2010, 9:00 pm - 4:00 am - Friday - Best of the latest electronic sounds Saturday - Hip Hop all night with Bnutz Belvedere - Buy 2 get one free
event photoCocktail and Dessert Pairings @ Xu , Friday September 3rd, 2010, 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm - Xu offers unique and wonderful cocktail and dessert pairings every Friday night from 6pm
Happy Hour at Mekong Merchant @ Mekong Merchant Saigon, Tuesday June 15th, 2010, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm - Happy Hour every day at Mekong Merchant from 4-7pm

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