Hanoi’s old quarter is a tight grid of 36 streets. Each street was named after the type of business conducted on it: Silk Street, Wood Turner’s Street, Fan Street, etc. The buildings were build by the French from 1900-1950 and have a wonderful, faded charm.
Yes, that is dog. When I walked buy, a bunch of men were enjoying roast dog for lunch. They called out to me and told me how much the loved it, just to get a reaction, I suppose. So, so, so gross.
Vietnam has the best beer in SE Asia. There are many varieties for sale, and most of them are based on European styles from colonial times. Freshly brewed beer is also available on the sidewalk. Unlike bottled beer, it has a more hoppy, fresh taste, and has less alcohol.
(Below) Street food for the strong-of-stomach. 
(below) Deep-fried goodness. Eating low on the food chain is good for your, right? 
(below) Telephones, especially cell phones, are rare in Myanmar. Impromptu payphones are set up on the street, so people can make calls. They are disappearing quickly, as the government has lifted restrictions and insanely high taxes on SIM cards. 
(below) Local butcher. 
(below) At the night market, Anne and I bought some amazing spices from this gentleman. 
(above) off-camera flash camera right, balancing the sunset light.
by P-Lo
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