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Marmite the Dog · 08-05-2007, 03:27 PM

I popped over to Phnom Penh for a relaxing weekend and stayed at the Billabong. It was quite nice, but I felt that the room was a bit small for $39US.

The pool is well looked after and popular with guests and other expats in the area.

The place is owned by the godfather of Cambodian rugby; a nice chap called Larry. I went to see the Cambodian team play Hong Kong University on the Sunday morning. The Cambodians looked the better team, but narrowly lost 10 - 7.

Marmite the Dog · 08-05-2007, 03:35 PM

The best thing about Phnom Penh is the abundance of quality, but affordable food. After a wee nap, I went to the Riverside Bistro, which is one of the most popular places to eat in town.

I had a pasta dish, which was filling, but rather bland.

I had my first beer of the day; a half of the locally brewed Angkor. It tasted better as it warmed up, which was rather surprising. Quite a fruity taste.

The staff were quite nice to look at, but did the usual 'avoid looking at any customers because they might need serving' routine.

Wally Dorian Raffles · 13-05-2007, 11:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Marmite the Dog

I had a pasta dish, which was filling, but rather bland.

You should have just added tobassco, olive oil, parmy cheese, and black pepper... *sheesh*

Wally Dorian Raffles · 14-05-2007, 12:01 AM

Looks pretty good ...but what are those long green things? genetically enhanced green peppers?

Little Chuchok · 14-05-2007, 12:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Marmite the Dog

The staff were quite nice to look at

Were they up for it....????

kingwilly · 28-07-2007, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Little Chuchok

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marmite the Dog

The staff were quite nice to look at

Were they up for it....????

of course they were, but MtD cannot say that here... for obvious reasons!

(you need to get a new nic mate! )

haha - just kidding GoW !

MeMock · 08-05-2007, 03:38 PM

Off to a good start...

Marmite the Dog · 08-05-2007, 03:41 PM

There's a few museums and temples to visit, but I wasn't really interested in seeing them again. This is a peek at one of the main temples in town, Wat Phnom, on the Sisowath Boulevard.

The Boulevard itself is quite pleasant to walk along, but I had to get a move on as there was rain a coming.

I went back to the Billabong and got ready for the evening, where I would meet up with a few friends and the Pickled Parrot for more food and drinks. On the way, I picked up a can of ABC Stout. Only 8%, and very heavy going. A bit like those awful Belgian beers.

dantilley · 16-10-2007, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Marmite the Dog

I went back to the Billabong and got ready for the evening, where I would meet up with a few friends and the Pickled Parrot for more food and drinks. On the way, I picked up a can of ABC Stout. Only 8%, and very heavy going. A bit like those awful Belgian beers.

Looks good! Also, yes, Sharky's does lilven up somewhat later on in the evening...

Marmite the Dog · 08-05-2007, 03:53 PM

On the Friday evening I visited a number of bars and clubs with my mate and a Cambodian couple. I left them in the Heart of Darkness and went on my own pub crawl along Street 104. Fek knows what time I got home.
I didn't take the camera out in the evenings for obvious reasons, so apart from hundreds of rugby pictures, the only other one I have is of the Anchor Smooth beer dispenser. Not too bad as it wasn't as gassy as other yellow beers. This was at Sharky's Bar. The place was a bit grim, I thought, but it maybe improves when it gets full.

Wayne Kerr · 14-05-2007, 12:10 AM

I was in the Riverside a few weeks back and no girls like this in there

Marmite the Dog · 14-05-2007, 12:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Wally Dorian Raffles

You should have just added tobassco, olive oil, parmy cheese, and black pepper.

I added Tabasco, but I couldn't be bothered to ask for the rest.

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Originally Posted by Wayne Kerr

I was in the Riverside a few weeks back and no girls like this in there

I recognise 2 or 3 from the evening shift.

Wayne Kerr · 14-05-2007, 01:00 AM

^ Will have to make sure I go at a more appropriate hour next time ... very, very nice indeed

Goddess of Whatever · 08-09-2007, 08:42 AM

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Originally Posted by mrT

haha - just kidding GoW !

I know you aren't.

Spin · 08-09-2007, 02:07 PM

lady on the far left....heeeeeeeeeeeellllllooooooowwww

shehiredahitman · 08-09-2007, 03:32 PM

^ You must like miserable ones. The one next to her is far cuter.

Good thread, MtD. That stout looks like a sure-fire way to the shits.

sityparamount · 06-10-2007, 12:44 AM

Ah the Riverside Bistro where my beautiful Nin works,soon we will be together once more.

Jools · 06-10-2007, 10:12 AM

Very good photos, Marmers. Might I inquire as to the details of your camera?
Thanks for a great report.

Marmite the Dog · 06-10-2007, 02:53 PM

^ Canon Powershot A640.

klongmaster · 06-10-2007, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by sityparamount

Ah the Riverside Bistro where my beautiful Nin works,soon we will be together once more.

don't you ever think about the mileage she's taken on since your last visit!..

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Marmite the Dog ผู้เชี่ยวชาญเปล่า Last Online: Today 09:59 AM Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Simian Islands Posts: 30,351	There's a few museums and temples to visit, but I wasn't really interested in seeing them again. This is a peek at one of the main temples in town, Wat Phnom, on the Sisowath Boulevard. The Boulevard itself is quite pleasant to walk along, but I had to get a move on as there was rain a coming. I went back to the Billabong and got ready for the evening, where I would meet up with a few friends and the Pickled Parrot for more food and drinks. On the way, I picked up a can of ABC Stout. Only 8%, and very heavy going. A bit like those awful Belgian beers. Last edited by Marmite the Dog : 08-05-2007 at 03:47 PM.

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08-05-2007, 03:35 PM	#2 (permalink)
Marmite the Dog ผู้เชี่ยวชาญเปล่า Last Online: Today 09:59 AM Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Simian Islands Posts: 30,351	The best thing about Phnom Penh is the abundance of quality, but affordable food. After a wee nap, I went to the Riverside Bistro, which is one of the most popular places to eat in town. I had a pasta dish, which was filling, but rather bland. I had my first beer of the day; a half of the locally brewed Angkor. It tasted better as it warmed up, which was rather surprising. Quite a fruity taste. The staff were quite nice to look at, but did the usual 'avoid looking at any customers because they might need serving' routine.

14-05-2007, 12:01 AM	#4 (permalink)
Wally Dorian Raffles IV Last Online: 16-01-2009 06:40 AM Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Well, I've been through the desert on a horse with no name - it felt good to be out of the rain... Posts: 2,387	Looks pretty good ...but what are those long green things? genetically enhanced green peppers?

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MeMock Marmers is God Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Emerald triangle Posts: 9,753	Off to a good start...

08-05-2007, 03:53 PM	#10 (permalink)
Marmite the Dog ผู้เชี่ยวชาญเปล่า Last Online: Today 09:59 AM Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Simian Islands Posts: 30,351	On the Friday evening I visited a number of bars and clubs with my mate and a Cambodian couple. I left them in the Heart of Darkness and went on my own pub crawl along Street 104. Fek knows what time I got home. I didn't take the camera out in the evenings for obvious reasons, so apart from hundreds of rugby pictures, the only other one I have is of the Anchor Smooth beer dispenser. Not too bad as it wasn't as gassy as other yellow beers. This was at Sharky's Bar. The place was a bit grim, I thought, but it maybe improves when it gets full.

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Wayne Kerr Hifaluten Member Last Online: Today 11:02 AM Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Fiji Islands Posts: 2,683	I was in the Riverside a few weeks back and no girls like this in there

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Wayne Kerr Hifaluten Member Last Online: Today 11:02 AM Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Fiji Islands Posts: 2,683	^ Will have to make sure I go at a more appropriate hour next time ... very, very nice indeed

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Spin Would ya? Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 10,334	lady on the far left....heeeeeeeeeeeellllllooooooowwww

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shehiredahitman I am in Jail Last Online: 13-01-2008 03:26 AM Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 1,048	^ You must like miserable ones. The one next to her is far cuter. Good thread, MtD. That stout looks like a sure-fire way to the shits.

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sityparamount Khao San Road Last Online: 12-11-2009 07:23 PM Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 54	Ah the Riverside Bistro where my beautiful Nin works,soon we will be together once more.

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Marmite the Dog ผู้เชี่ยวชาญเปล่า Last Online: Today 09:59 AM Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Simian Islands Posts: 30,351	^ Canon Powershot A640.

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