Two years ago on 7th May 2024, I opened the doors of Yangon Delight in Amsterdam Oost for the very first time. I remember the mix of excitement, real terror and uncertainty, not knowing whether people would come, whether they would understand the food, whether any of it would work. Standing here now, two years later, I find myself overwhelmed with gratitude and still a little surprised that it did. Some of you probably know that my journey started far away from the Netherlands. For many...

I used to think luxury meant something else. A beautiful hotel. A nice dinner. A spontaneous trip. Something you plan for, dress up for, and look forward to. But lately, luxury has become something much simpler. Luxury is staying in. Luxury is being in bed by 10PM. And on Sunday night, for the first time in a long time, I had that. I got into bed early. No noise, no stress, no rushing. I felt warm, cozy… safe. I fell asleep early. And on Monday, I woke up sick. It almost feels ironic. As if...

Reflections on Year-End 2025 As this year comes to an end, I find myself reflecting less on what was built — and more on the decisions that helped us stay. Running a hospitality business requires steadiness more than excitement. This year reminded me how much energy goes into holding consistency — not just in operations, but in judgment, communication, and decision-making. The Power of Clarity When I planned to open Yangon Delight, several people suggested adding Thai or Chinese dishes —...