Every holiday season aims to be a period of special indulgence to celebrate and treat yourself and those you love. For the last twenty years, the Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel has been a popular place to welcome the end of the year for good reason. Beyond being within walking distance of the city's iconic landmarks, the international five-star hotel offers something unique to its guests during the ‘Season of Togetherness’ across its many F&B outlets. 

Saigon Café is the Center of the Celebrations

If the Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel is situated at the heart of Saigon, the hotel’s festive buffet is at the core of its celebrations. With over two decades of operation, overlooking a particularly charismatic stretch of Đồng Khởi Street, it fills guests with nostalgia and excitement. Such a location, reputation, and refined service have allowed the versatile space to become a favorite destination for business gatherings, social events, and celebrations. The Sunday Brunch, in particular, attracts families, friends, and couples who appreciate trying a bit of everything, from seafood to steak, traditional treats, to international surprises. The slow, sumptuous meals that invite joyful conversations help set the convivial atmosphere for the holidays.  

The brunch is even more special during the holiday season. You can treat yourself to live carving stations with hearty roasts, quintessential cheese boards, and a fantastic spread of traditional and innovative desserts including panettone, Christmas pudding yule logs, and freshly baked cookies. This is in addition to the always, fresh and premium seafood served in a plentitude of ways including sushi. 

And Saigon Café really puts together something special on December 25 for the Christmas Sunday Brunch and January 1 for the New Year Brunch. Featuring Iberico ham, foie gras, abalone, lobster, and king crab, as well as Christmas carols, a DJ, and a lucky draw, it can be the highlight of any family’s holidays. 

Bringing Chinese Spirit to the Holidays at Li Bai 

Since 2003, Li Bai has captured the hearts of many local and overseas guests who fancy themselves to be Cantonese cuisine gastronomes. The renowned restaurant has recently undergone a full transformation that re-imagined everything including the interior design, meal concepts, service, and overall dining experience. For example, staff stun and please guests by preparing some of the select items at the tables while sharing the inspiration and care behind it. 

A new, more elegantly contemporary, and nostalgic ambiance matches its dedication to thoughtfully sourced and sustainably harvested ingredients from local farms. This “Go Local” mantra has resulted in an unforgettable menu highlighting bold flavors, delicate textures, and signature dishes including Peking duck, wagyu char sui, truffle pork xiao long bao, and superior abalone dumplings. The sizzling Waygu beef buns and steamed black grouper, in particular, have resonated with diners who desire something simultaneously fresh and nostalgic. Li Bai opens daily for lunch and dinner with an a la carte menu while yum-cha paired with free-flow drinks is served on weekends, year-round. 

The holiday season is fleeting but Li-Bai is an ideal way to experience the new look and elevated, interactive experience while enjoying traditional Cantonese cuisine with a contemporary twist. Or, as the famous Chinese poet Li Bai once wrote, “Bring in the wine, let your cups never rest! / Let me sing you a song, and let your ears hear it well. / Life is short, and a thousand gold pieces spent are nothing to regret."

Embracing Flexibility with Festive Takeaways 

For those who wish to stay in and host a warm gathering in the peace of their own home, Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel has got you covered. Juicy roasted turkey, luscious honey-glazed ham, roasted beef ribeye, artisanal chocolate pralines, colorful homemade cookies, and decadent yule logs with milk chocolate are all available for pickup or delivery.

The veteran pastry and culinary team can assemble the perfect holiday spread so you can relax comfortably and enjoy the holidays with one less thing to worry about. Both delivery and takeaway are available at the gingerbread house in the hotel lobby from November 24 to December 25.

Gifting that Makes Loved Ones Feel Appreciated

A great way to send warm wishes to your loved ones is with Sheraton’s luxurious &More Christmas Hamper. A feast for the eyes and a sensation for the taste buds, the set includes thoughtfully curated treats like Christmas cookies, gourmet teas, panettone, a chocolate Santa Claus, a white chocolate pistachio chart, and of course, wine. 

 The Lounge in the grand lobby contributes to the festive season with the &More Afternoon Tea Set throughout December. Elegantly served in a wooden jewelry box embossed with the nearby iconic buildings of Saigon, the set encompasses a collection of savory and sweet goodies allowing you to pamper yourself with friends during this busy season. 

Sometimes tea is good and other times wine is better. In such cases, don’t stop at the lobby but venture up to the Level 23 Wine Bar to enjoy festive cocktails with special décor and exotic flavors all while taking in one of the most breathtaking views of Saigon. 

The holiday season is not only a time for self-indulgence but also for embracing abundance — of joy, generosity, and cherished moments shared together. Whether it’s upstairs on Level 23 for midweek cocktails, at Li Bai for a family feast, at Saigon Café for a traditional buffet on the 25th and 1st,  or right at home with presents surrounding the tree, the Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel is dedicated to making everyone feel celebrated, welcomed, and truly at home for the holidays.

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