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I really like this place, its got lots of vegetarian options and its good if you are on your own or two people and want a quiet place to sit. Nice food, good music (not too loud) and the people are lovely.
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I know the beanbag question has been asked before, answered, then answered again with there are no beanbags to be found... but has anyone found a source for beanbags since please? i need a beanbag or two.
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i need an electric popcorn popper if i can find one. or a place that sells decent pots and pans with long handles (they all have those short grips on the sides - why?)
where is a place that has lots and lots and lots of appliances beyond the usual blender, kettle, etc range? please....
thanks!
where to get thick glass cut for tabletops, anyone know please?
Hiya, I need to register a .org.vn domain name and when i searched English speaking websites selling .vn names they were like $100-200 a year. A vietnamese person tells me a local registrar will charge about $30 a year. Does anyone know of a reputable Vietnamese company for registering .vn names please? Thanks!
Answers (18)
Posted Wednesday July 9th, 2008.
Thank you all very much...
In response to the question: I know the beanbag question has been asked before, answered, then answered again with there are no beanbags to be found... but has anyone found a sour...
Posted Saturday July 12th, 2008.
The Aussino shop in Vincom is expensive but has 260 threadcount cotton pillowcases in plain colours and funky kiddy sheets plus other flowery bits and pieces but no flat sheets i don't think. www.aussino.com
anyone know where to get rag rugs like the kind they make in india? or some sort of ethnicy woven type rugs?
In response to the question: Can anyone recommend a place to buy luxurious quality, pure cotton bed sheets - that are vaguely reasonably priced? Also, pillows? Thanks ...
Posted Saturday July 12th, 2008.
oh and re dye... ace hardware shops in malaysia (ha ha, sorry a bit far) maybe singapore too sell machine wash dye like dylon. sometimes in asia a dry cleaner or tailor will get things dyed for you but not sure about whether they do this in vietnam.
In response to the question: Can anyone recommend a place to buy luxurious quality, pure cotton bed sheets - that are vaguely reasonably priced? Also, pillows? Thanks ...
Posted Sunday July 13th, 2008.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diatomaceous_earth#Pest_control
You can use diatomaceous earth in the house safely for cockroaches and ants as long as you don't inhale it :) I am sure someone sells this here, maybe a garden centre or aquarium shop, sometimes also they use it in cosmetics (its like a clay). people eat it as well for parasites, though it has to be food grade quality then. i want some, if anyone comes across it please post!
In response to the question: Cockroach baits. I cannot find them anywhere...it seems the only way to rid these foul creatures is to use fly spray which I am not a big fan of. S...
Posted Sunday July 20th, 2008.
veggies has some organic soy and rice flours, not sure what you are looking for exactly.
In response to the question: Can anyone recommend a cook/maid who can make good vegetarian dishes? I am also looking for a place to buy vegetarian foods-- e.g. soy/gluten pro...
Posted Sunday July 20th, 2008.
Here is the cockroach killer recipe which i am using and finding dead ones! Mix 75% baking soda, like Arm & Hammer and 25% powdered sugar, some say half and half. Put it in something they can crawl in and eat from. Apparently it sticks to them and if they lick it off it kills them. An alternative is boric acid or borax, which i would like to find here so if comes across it please post.
http://www.stephentvedten.com/27_Roach_Control.pdf
In response to the question: Cockroach baits. I cannot find them anywhere...it seems the only way to rid these foul creatures is to use fly spray which I am not a big fan of. S...
Posted Sunday July 20th, 2008.
re sheets, i was in parkson and yes it was so expensive but they have good quality cotton sheets, plain and patterned. also matress pads, different types, a cotton one like at the dome and one brand from malaysia probably filled with chemicals that is supposed to be anti alergy.
In response to the question: Can anyone recommend a place to buy luxurious quality, pure cotton bed sheets - that are vaguely reasonably priced? Also, pillows? Thanks ...
Posted Wednesday July 30th, 2008.
There is that big chemist with lots of western products, can't remember the name of the street but its over above the tomb of HCM (go past the tomb in the direction of the lake, turn right on the next street up, leads to truc bach). The Clinique shop by the lake has "city block" for the face. Expensive (like $30) but at least you know its decent.
In response to the question: I'm sorry if this has been asked, but I have searched for answers and can't seem to find any. Where can I find a decent sunscreen/sun cream? I bou...
Posted Wednesday July 30th, 2008.
Quan Thanh is the street where I saw this big drugstore/chemist.
In response to the question: I'm sorry if this has been asked, but I have searched for answers and can't seem to find any. Where can I find a decent sunscreen/sun cream? I bou...
Posted Wednesday July 30th, 2008.
those walk in poison traps are available in malaysia and singapore, i saw them in the supermarket.
In response to the question: Cockroach baits. I cannot find them anywhere...it seems the only way to rid these foul creatures is to use fly spray which I am not a big fan of. S...
Posted Thursday August 7th, 2008.
Veggies has couscous.
In response to the question: i'm wondering if its possible at all to find any of the followin stuff in hanoi: Quinoa Couscous Lentil Chickpea baking soda and bakin powder ...
Posted Sunday August 31st, 2008.
the company at vincom is called harnn and it is thai, not organic i think but "natural". they have 2 shops in hanoi i think. www.harnn.com. very pricy, have some soap, its ok. i bought some really good quality organic coconut oil (for the skin) from www.crystalcoco.com. they were really helpful and shipped to me. send me a pm if you want contact info in Vietnam.
In response to the question: Does anyone know where I can get natural/organic skin care and/or hair care products? I hate using products with chemicals, and need to continue wi...
Posted Sunday August 31st, 2008.
get on a plane to bangkok or kl and go to marks and spencers. maybe they do mail order to vietnam from an asian branch but somehow i doubt it.
In response to the question: Not holding out much hope here but is there anywhere in Hanoi to buy larger size bras i.e D cup and above. Help!! ...
Posted Thursday September 18th, 2008.
Maroon is good, i've had very good luck with them actually. they have a good selection of fabrics and speak English but be very specific about your dimensions if you want something to fit exactly. their prices are not low but neither are they unfair either. you can trust them to do a good job.
In response to the question: have just bought a sofa and chairs which need fabric covered foam seating and cushions made to measure. apart from running around and going to Ha Trun...
Posted Tuesday September 23rd, 2008.
here i am again, sigh... fixated on pest control. the cockroach walk in traps are here in fivimart at syrena plaza Xuan Dieu, near the rat glue traps.
In response to the question: Cockroach baits. I cannot find them anywhere...it seems the only way to rid these foul creatures is to use fly spray which I am not a big fan of. S...
Posted Tuesday September 23rd, 2008.
best carrings at vincom is good for appliances and bits like power cords, they stumble about trying to speak english are helpful and sweet. and the citimart at vincom has some stuff too.
probably not "high end"
there is also that 2 story electronics "superstore" on ly thuong kiet, thumping noise dancing animal costumes outside, like man who fell to earth inside. bring your earplugs.
there is also a nice little gadget, audio, camera place to the left of bobby chins on Ba Trieu.
In response to the question: I imagine that there is a fair share of non-Vietnamese speaking consumers here that are sometimes in the market to buy large ticket items for their ho...
Posted Tuesday September 23rd, 2008.
Dans near RMIT or was it the one near the australian embasssy? just paper, not melita
In response to the question: Anybody know where I can get Melita-style paper coffee filters?...
Posted Sunday November 9th, 2008.
umas tealights are the worst, don't buy them
In response to the question: Can anyone recommend a place to buy decent quality candles at a reasonable price in Hanoi? Both column and tea light. Have checked Metro & Big C &...
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