The Magic of Michelin-Starred Chef Nicolas Isnard at the Caravelle

Caravelle Saigon is giving epicureans in Ho Chi Minh City a rare chance to sample the food of one of France’s most talented rising chefs, Nicolas Isnard. On the evenings of March 22 and 23, Reflections hosts Isnard, the man behind Michelin-starred restaurant Auberge de la Charme, as he prepares a five-course menu showcasing his … Read more

Restaurant Review: Di Mai

A modern celebration of Vietnam’s culinary diversity and past As anyone who lives here knows, Vietnamese people are serious about good food. Whether it’s the street vendor rolling spring rolls or your aunt making noodles, they carefully blend different flavors and textures to make each bite amazing. This is the inspiration for Di Mai (translated … Read more

Smitten by Britain

Le Méridien Saigon’s Saturday bubbly serves up affordable luxury When Kerosene lamps became popular in the homes of the wealthy in the early 19th century, dinner time was pushed fashionably later for Britain’s elite, a privilege to eat even after the sun had gone down. That, however, led to a first world problem. What to do … Read more

Restaurant Review: Quan Bui Garden

Quan Bui Garden recently opened in District 2 and has become a neighborhood favorite Long before we entered the charming, foliage-wrapped Quan Bui Garden (55 Ngo Quang Huy, Thao Dien, D2) we smelled enticing aromas wafting down the street. Quan Bui Garden is a culinary and green oasis amidst the high rises and fast food … Read more

Food promotions at Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon

RIVERSIDE CAFÉ Jan 01, 2015 – Mar 31, 2016 Dinner Buffet – Spring Seafood 18:00 – 22:00 VND 900,000++/person (free flow beer & soft drink) *** Group booking from 20 people will enjoy free flow of Prosecco, beer, soft drinks, house wine, selected spirits & Liquors, sodas) Voucher accepted Club Marriott Members: Standard Discount Applicable … Read more

The Restitution of Fusion

Finding your way to mouthwatering dishes influenced from across the globe With greenhouse window panes, rustic dark brown leatherback chairs, empty wine bottles strategically perched throughout and friendly waiters, the recently renovated Eleven Café (29 Le Anh Xuan, D1) is adding fine dining to its already popular café space. It’s that all encompassing place where … Read more

Dine With A View

Innovative Japanese-Chinese cuisine at Saigon’s latest chic dining space Le Meridien’s Bamboo Chic (Level 9, Le Meridien Saigon, 3C Ton Duc Thang, D1; 6pm – 1am) may just be getting warmed up, but it’s arrived in Ho Chi Minh City at the right time. From the décor to the dishes, Bamboo hits classy, well-pitched tones … Read more

The Sandwich – translated in 10 countries

In view of Sandwich Day on the 3rd of November, food ordering app foodpanda gathered 10 variations of the most popular snack in the world, as translated by 10 different countries. #1 India: Vada Pav Vada Pav is a spicy veggie hamburger that consists of a batata vada potato fritter sandwiched between two slices of … Read more

5 Reasons Korean Food is Amazing

In honor of the Korean Food Festival at the InterContinental Asiana Saigon (Oct 22 – Nov 15, 2015), we’ve put together this list why Korean food is simply amazing. 1. It’s not only delicious, it’s healthy There’s a reason that South Korea has one of the lowest obesity rates in the world at only 4.6%. … Read more