Following an international outcry that began in 2016, the UNESCO biosphere reserve recently closed the show.
When it comes to coffee, there is no shortage of choices in Saigon, or across Vietnam as a whole. This comes as no surprise since the country is one of the world’s largest coffee producers.
This impressive home in Thu Duc District seems like the perfect retreat for lovers of peace and quiet in Saigon.
A grin creeps across the face of East West Brewing Co.’s executive chef Matt Venzke when he recalls the first time he ever had Vietnamese food.
When the wind strafes Da Ngan’s window, seedpods shake and rattle like spent bullet casings in the tamarind tree that Americans planted decades ago. They also built the large apartment complex where she now lives. It’s an ironic place to call home, considering Da Ngan was a resistance fighter in the south during the American War.
A bright yellow wall lined with old black and white photos of Saigon’s Opera House, Notre-Dame Cathedral, some bustling street vendors and a long-gone casino leads up to Ca Phe Co Ba.
I landed Friday night in Saigon just in time for the news of Anthony Bourdain’s passing lighting up my phone in a jumble of tweets, texts and news alerts. As details emerged about the chef-turned-travel show host’s apparent suicide at 61, an outpouring of grief and shock flooded the internet. I’m sure many of us will remember exactly where we were at the moment we learned of his death.
Improved global shipping connections and a rise in domestic purchasing power have resulted in some of the world’s finest meats and seafoods recently becoming available in Saigon.
Who would have thought that neglect and general wear and tear could result in a wonderfully weird local attraction?
With each skin Vietnam sheds as it moves towards development and prosperity, it undergoes fundamental shifts, and no more so than in the country’s culture and aesthetics.
Tokyo Moon's presence is an odd-but-welcoming representation of South Korean hospitality in the heart of Le Thanh Ton's "Japan Town" with its mysterious herbal tonic, sweet potato pastry and pumpkin coffee.
A chorus of irasshaimase, Japanese for welcome, greets guests as the building’s traditional shōji door slides shut, obscuring all views and feelings of Saigon.
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A Hospital Mistakenly Gave 2 Families the Wrong Babies in 2012. Now, a Father Is Suing.
Two families gave birth to sons 20 minutes apart from each other in late 2012, setting in motion a string of tragedies that are still affecting those involved.
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[Photos] A View of 1968 Cho Lon Through the Lens of an Australian Soldier
Through the lens of Gary Grayson, a former Australian military officer, life persisted in 1968 Saigon despite the tumult...
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Through the lens of Gary Grayson, a former Australian military officer, life persisted in 1968 Saigon despite the tumult...
With Half a Year to Go, Natural Disasters Have Already Cost Vietnam $39m
On July 9, the Central Steering Committee for Natural Disaster Prevention and Control held a meeting to look into natura...
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Saigon Stops Issuing Permits to New High-Rise Projects in Downtown
From now until 2020, the city will not issue any permits for new high-rise projects in District 1 and 3.
A Hospital Mistakenly Gave 2 Families the Wrong Babies in 2012. Now, a Father Is Suing.
Two families gave birth to sons 20 minutes apart from each other in late 2012, setting in motion a string of tragedies that are still affect...
China's Chili-Eating Competition Is a Hot Slobbering Mess
Last year's winner consumed 15 chilies in just one minute.
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Opinion: The Body Politics of World Cup Coverage in Vietnam
In late June, a popular subscription television channel caused controversy by featuring a bikini-clad female show host on a prediction segme...
Hoi An Puts Immediate Stop to Proposed Cable Car Project Near Ancient Town
Vietnam’s unhealthy obsession with cable cars needs to stop.
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Exploring Japanese Lifestyles in Vietnam
A chorus of irasshaimase , Japanese for welcome, greets guests as the building’s traditional shōji door slides shut, obscuring all views and f...
From Fatty Bluefin Tuna Belly to A5 Hitachi Wagyu, the Caravelle Offers Prized Delicacies
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SOHY Celebrates First Birthday in Epic Style
On a recent Friday evening, some of Saigon’s most glamorous people gathered in District 1 for a night to remember. Heavy rain had threatened...
Classic Italian Suits Adapted for Contemporary Businessmen in Vietnam’s Tropical Climate
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Experience Historic Saigon Coffee Culture at Ca Phe Co Ba
A bright yellow wall lined with old black and white photos of Saigon’s Opera House, Notre-Dame Cathedral, some bustling street vendors and a...
New Lunch Menu at East West Spans from Steak French Fry Burritos to Palm Heart Salads, Linking Authentic East and West Cuisines
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Unique Craft Coffee Concept Adds a Jolt to Saigon
When it comes to coffee, there is no shortage of choices in Saigon, or across Vietnam as a whole. This comes as no surprise since the countr...
American Barbecue’s Innovative Traditions Continued at Rooftop BBQ
Ask any American what constitutes quintessential barbecue and you’ll get a range of answers.
A Modified UK Education Model is the Key to Student Success at BIS
The United Kingdom was recently ranked the #1 country in the world for education.
Eat & Drink
This Ben Tre Tree Nursery Is Offering Durian at VND19,000 Under One Condition: Leave the Seeds Behind
Visitors to the Mekong Delta province can enjoy Durian for just VND19,000 a kilogram.
Hẻm Gems: Pandan and Durian Gelato for a Sizzling Summer Day in Saigon
My earliest memory of ice cream in Saigon involves savoring Kem Bach Dang’s renowned kem trái dừa : scoops of coconut ice cream in a coconut h...
Hẻm Gems: An Expedition to D11's 7-Way Dim Sum Banquet
According to historical legend, dim sum was created along the ancient Silk Road as a snack for weary travelers to enjoy with their tea while...
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Old Saigon Building of the Week: The Glitz and Glam of Tu Do Nightclub
While today’s Dong Khoi Street is peppered with tourist-centric shops and restaurants, just half a century ago, the downtown street was the ...
[Photos] Tet Trung Thu Celebrations in Old Hanoi
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As this year’s Mid-Autumn Festival approaches, more than a few Saigoneers have shown a renewed interest in the holiday’s traditions.
Saigon's Iconic 'Rainbow Bridge' Riddled With Large Cracks
One of Saigon’s most recognizable landmarks, the Rainbow Bridge in downtown District 1, is suffering from major structural problems includin...
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Saturday Night @ Lush
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[Photos] This Minimalist Da Lat House Catches Light Like Lungs Catch Air
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This photographer's private home was designed around the trees in the abandoned nursery it was built on.
Hanoi Hospital Performs Record-Breaking 16 Organ Transplants in a Month
A hospital in Hanoi performed 16 life-saving organ transplants over a recent one-month period, a national record.
