Finding Neverland
06:48 08/03/2009

  A Oi Café in Phu Nhuan District has a relaxed and artistic atmosphere   Escape into another world at a Ho Chi Minh City coffee shop.

 

Through a small door, a new and different world opens up in front of your eyes at A Oi coffee shop in Ho Chi Minh City’s Phu Nhuan District.

Even the smallest details of A Oi coffee shop seem enchanted. The name A Oi is taken from the first words of a Vietnamese lullaby. For many customers, this evokes memories of their childhood and the sweetness of their mother’s voice.

A Oi is not only charming for its name but for its ancient architecture.

A wall of old red Russian bricks is embellished with bamboo screens and ethnic art, creating a simple and friendly atmosphere. In the middle of the coffee shop is a small fish pond, surrounded by plants. This green area makes A Oi customers feel close to nature.

The style of decor and unique ornaments include some interesting conversation pieces. There are fishing nets hanging from the ceiling, papooses in corners, bow and arrows, horns and brocade cloths draped around the coffee shop. A high shelf contains old books, vases and interesting knick-knacks from all over the world.

The atmosphere is further enhanced by the music. The coffee shop often plays beautiful golden love songs of famous Vietnamese songwriters such as Trinh Cong Son, Pham Duy, Vu Thanh An and Tran Tien, which can make a date even more romantic.

Customers can try special drinks such as “A Oi coffee”, “coconut coffee” or an avocado dessert.

A Oi is a great spot to while away the hours on moonlit nights and rainy days.

Try the coffee shop at 176/9 Le Van Sy Street, Phu Nhuan District.

Reported by Kim

Source : thanhniennews.com