Artist’s of Cambodia – Alli G
For this week’s focus on artists of Cambodia, we are picking the brain of the beloved musician Alli G. Those who have enjoyed the Siem Reap music scene will know him well. Alli G is a staple of entertainment at…
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7-Eleven Phnom Penh opening day jitters?
7-Eleven Phnom Penh opened officially today. By all accounts, there were jitters, a lack of stock, little innovation and even a Covid-19 scare. Not the ideal start for a South-East Asian convenience store legend. Khmer Nights went to join the…
Why do Cambodians put ice in beer?
Why do Cambodians put ice in beer? If you’re from a western beer-swigging nation then one of the stranger discoveries when you arrive in Cambodia is the whole ice in your beer thing. If you’ve yet to have it, it…
Katmandu Restaurant – When time stops in Kep
In Phil Javele first article for Khmer Nights he reviews Katmandu Restaurant on Kep pier. I still remember the first time I visited Kep, back in 2004: a pastime pearl, peaceful haven, where time seems to have stopped. A few…
Where can you get the best coffee in Phnom Penh?
Where can you get the best coffee in Phnom Penh? If you’re a coffee lover then finding a good cup of Joe is not always an easy affair. Yes, there are lots of coffee shops in Cambodia, but coffee beans,…
Phnom Penh Alcohol Ban Extended for 14 days
The Phnom Penh alcohol ban has been extended for another 14 days and will last until September 9th according to reports from local media. Aside from the alcohol ban (sob) other “high risk” activities are also still restricted. How long…
Visa Situation in Vietnam worsens
The visa situation in Vietnam worsens day-to-day according to the many expats stuck in the country since the start of the pandemic. This is very much in contrast to Cambodia, where visa issues have been rather tame in comparison. The…
Saigon enters lockdown with armed soldiers on the streets
Saigon has entered lockdown with armed soldiers on the streets in an intensification of Covid prevention measures. Accruing to Radio Free Asia, Saigon — also known as Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) — entered a trick lockdown on Monday, July…
Cambodian Restaurant sales dip 80 percent since 2019
Cambodian Restaurant sales dip 80 percent since 2019 in a sign from above that we should all be eating out much more. According to the Star Online and various other local outlets, restaurant sales in Cambodia have dropped a whopping…