
Heartfelt, Queer and Wickedly Witty: How Poetry Collection 'Come Clean' Sparks Joy
Joshua Nguyen lists himself as many things on his Instagram bio — a writer, a PhD student, a boba snob. He received his MFA from the University of Mississippi, where he is currently studying for ...

'Bronze Drum,' an Entertaining, TV-Ready Reimagining of the Legend of Hai Bà Trưng
Turning a beloved but brief legend based on scant historical evidence into a page-turning novel is no easy task. But Phong Nguyen’s book Bronze Drum succeeds in depicting the upbringing and rebel...

Saigoneer Bookshelf: Ocean Vuong Asks Questions in 'Time Is a Mother'
Fame and poetry rarely go together.

'The Mountains Sing,' a Quintessential Vietnamese Novel, Written in Memories
As American bombers roared over the horizon preparing to drop fire and misery, air raid sirens screeched and people throughout Hanoi scrambled to find safety.

A Portrait of Loss, Growth and Adaptation in New Orleans' Vietnamese Community
When it comes to the Vietnamese diaspora in the United States, everyone knows about California’s huge community.

Read Saigoneer's Literary Zine, Featuring 20 Works by Vietnamese Writers and Artists
In My Ear, Your Voice Still Flickering // Bên tai tôi, giọng người vẫn chờn vờn is a collection of work from twenty Vietnamese writers and artists released as part of the Miami Book Fair, one of ...
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Recharge and Reconnect: A Family Getaway at The Grand Ho Tram
Even short flights require hours in Grabs and security screenings, often with unforeseen delays. For those with families, these are particularly straining travel requirements that often have t...

Villa Song's Masterclasses Address Vietnam's Hospitality Challenges
Vietnam is facing something of a hospitality crisis.

L’Alya Ninh Van Bay Invites Guests to See Another Side of Nha Trang
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Family-Oriented Community Education on Display at European International School's Open Day
European International School (EIS) refers to its campus as an educational village and it quite literally consists of family homes. Ms. Jo Roberts, the Deputy Head of School, explains to Saigoneer: “T...

Strategies for Success in High-End Hospitality Shared by Hôtel des Arts Saigon's GM
“Not everyone likes champagne, some guests prefer fresh mangos,” explains Hôtel des Arts Saigon’s General Manager, Philippe Le Bourhis, when discussing what type of personalized attention guests at th...

Australian Spirit on Display at AIS Open Day
“The best way to see the Australian Spirit is to just witness it as you walk around the school, it shows the kindness and compassion of our students and teachers and our willingness to help each other...