How to leave Cambodia during Covid-19? While the world is slowly opening up and Cambodia in particular has raced towards getting people vaccinated, travel and thus leaving the Kingdom is still a complicated affair. Here’s our guide on how to…
I recently saw a friend’s post which linked me to Trattoria Bello’s Facebook page. I happened to be craving cheesecake at the time and saw that they had it on their menu. Hidden on a quiet street in Toul Tompong,…
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…
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? 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…
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? 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,…
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…
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…