Chill Outdoor Lounge Brings Serene Buzz to Thảo Điền
Thảo Điền is filled with trendy cocktail spots and cozy dinner joints, but one new venue aims to stand out like a beacon in the dark.
A Culinary Revelation Unveiled at Le Méridien Saigon with Executive Chef Phi Công
In the heart of Saigon, Chef Phi Công, the Executive Chef at Le Méridien Saigon recently unveiled an innovative, sensory-driven dining experience.
Modern and Traditional Flavors Intertwine in Miss Thu’s Exciting New Dining Concept
Truly new dining concepts are few and far between in Saigon with typical fine dining and set menus occasionally being joined by the likes of “night brunches.” Some venues choose to be a bit more darin...
Private Poolside BBQs Served in the Heart of District One at Sedona Suites
Saigon’s dining scene has a lot going for it. Restaurants that offer creative takes on all varieties of cuisines, trendy decors and cutting-edge concepts seem to open every week. What’s more rare, how...
New District 1 Taproom Gives Glimpse into Pasteur Street Brewing’s Future
It’s impossible to pass the newest Pasteur Street Brewing Company (PSBC) taproom at the corner of Lý Tự Trọng and Thủ Khoa Huân in central District 1, and not take note of the lively, inviting space.
Creativity and Quality Surprise at Mai House’s Affordable Seafood Buffet
Unripe mangosteen chicken salad has been all over Vietnamese social media during the past few weeks, though we didn’t expect to find it at an upscale hotel dinner buffet. But across from the sushi and...
C'est Cheese, the Ultimate After-Work Destination For Cheese-Lovers
Sometimes happiness is as simple as a plate of cheese and meat. At least, it's possible to believe that during a visit to Hôtel des Arts’ monthly C'est Cheese. The stunning spread of imported cheeses,...
Silkworm Pizza – From April Fools’ Trick to Nutritious Menu Specialty
The pizza made with “great-grandma’s” heirloom silkworms recipe was an April Fools’ Day surprise that stunned the internet has a hidden story.
BARSON Balances Fine Dining with a Vibrant Bar Setting
No one thinks about the food when going to a club. But why not? Couldn’t an evening balance the extravagant and unexpected flavors associated with fine dining and the chill, carefree atmosphere create...
The Parlor at Villa Song Adds Intimate Option to Thao Dien’s Culinary Landscape
You may have noticed the elegant space filled with refined architectural details, inspiring furniture, artwork and fresh flowers. The sunlight-graced scene has been used as the background for numerous...
Young Vietnamese People Seek Goût
More than just a taste preference, to young people goût is a matter of individuality and knowledge that reflects the style and character of a person.
Fresh Seafood, Beautiful Views and Relaxed Environment Take Centerstage at Saigon Café Buffet
Located in the Sheraton Saigon Hotel and Towers, Saigon Café is famous for its seafood buffet's fresh ingredients, talented chefs and cozy views of the heart of the city.
Gin Festival Saigon Returns this December at The Reverie
Gin is having a moment.
Defining What it Means to be a Whisky Connoisseur
“I make whisky for people, I don’t make it for this demographic or that demographic; we make it for people who love whisky,” explained Stephanie Macleod, Dewar's Master Blender and four-time...
After 50 years of Preparing, Da Vittorio Arrives in Saigon’s Dining Scene
Can any country go toe to toe with the regional variety, complex flavors and multitude of ingredients found in Vietnamese cuisine? Italy may be one of few able to do so and one of its most celebrated ...
Discovering Saigon’s Secret Drinking and Dining
In a city so blessed with stellar culinary experiences, it often takes a little something extra to stand out in the crowd.
Saigon Café Buffet Goes International
Looking to expand on its sterling reputation for delicious seafood, the popular dinner buffet served at the Sheraton Saigon Hotel and Towers’ Saigon Café has expanded its offering of indulgent dishes ...
The Rise of Kombucha in Vietnam
You may have recently noticed cans of kombucha appearing in convenience stores and grocery shops around the city beside familiar teas and soft drinks.
Kumquat Beer from Pasteur Street Brewing Arrives in Time for Tết
Along with red envelopes, homemade bánh chưng and elegantly written câu đối, kumquat trees are one of the most ubiquitous symbols of the Tết holiday.
How Saigoneers Celebrate the End of the Year
Vietnam began recognizing the western calendar during the French colonial period, and people here have gradually developed ways to celebrate the festive time that falls between the international New Y...
