"It seems like everyone has a bike... In Singapore, where you don't have that much traffic and everyone's in a car, they will honk at literally everything." - Charlotte 

Visiting Cheo Leo—felt like stepping back in time—the oldest coffee shop in Saigon, reminded me of my first days in this city and how much I’ve come to love its energy and culture. 

Navigating the crazy traffic, exploring the dense streets of District 4, and tasting that incredibly strong stocking coffee—it was like a time capsule of everything that makes Saigon unique. 

It’s chaotic, vibrant, and beautiful all at once, and sharing that experience with Charlotte made it even more special.

- Niall Mackay

 Key Takeaways:
* The Legacy of Cheo Leo - Learn about the oldest coffee shop in Saigon and its iconic “stocking coffee.”
* Navigating Saigon’s Streets - Why traffic in Vietnam flows like “water” and the art of smiling through chaos.
* The Old vs. New Saigon - Exploring how tradition and modernity collide in the heart of the city.
* The Expat Experience - Saigon as a “big college town” and the evolution of expat routines.
*Cultural Food Habits - From chicken feet to pho, a look at how food shapes local and expat perspectives.

Chapters:
02:00 – District 4: Past and Present
09:00 – Navigating the Chaos of Saigon Traffic
12:30 – Old vs. New Saigon: A Unique Blend
16:00 – Cheo Leo: The Oldest Coffee Shop in Saigon
24:00 – Expat Life in Vietnam: Adjusting to the Culture
26:00 – Vietnamese Food Habits: From Pho to Chicken Feet
30:00 – Reflect

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