Monkey Gallery DESSERT BAR is where artistry and sweet indulgence meet in an art gallery setting. Placing among culinary heavyweights on the prestigious 50 Best Discovery List, this dessert bar isn't here to play it safe.
Welcome to EM*me, where every sip tells a story and every moment feels like a rediscovery of love. Think handwritten letters sprinkled on the table, classic ‘Air Supply’ love songs and paintings on the wall that will make you swoon.
Say hello to YUNKA, where the flavours are as vibrant as its ambience. Derived from Quechua, the name YUNKA whispers of untouched natural beauty, reminiscent of lush jungles and untamed landscapes, and is the latest brainchild behind Momentum Hospitality.
Beyond street vendors, there is a new category of young and hungry tastemakers paving the way for Phu Quoc’s culinary scene and establishing innovative dining concepts and speakeasy bars. Check them out on your next trip to the island.
Already a top destination, Travel & Leisure awarded Hội An “The World’s Best City” in 2019, so if you’re ready to discover or rediscover the jewel of Central Viet Nam, and go beyond the bánh mì, read on for one local’s view of some of the best food and beverage options that Hội An has to offer!
Monkey Gallery DESSERT BAR is where artistry and sweet indulgence meet in an art gallery setting. Placing among culinary heavyweights on the prestigious 50 Best Discovery List, this dessert bar isn't here to play it safe.
Anan Saigon is crowned Vietnam’s best restaurant, and claims the 48th spot on Asia's 50 Best Restaurants.
Welcome to EM*me, where every sip tells a story and every moment feels like a rediscovery of love. Think handwritten letters sprinkled on the table, classic ‘Air Supply’ love songs and paintings on the wall that will make you swoon.
Say hello to YUNKA, where the flavours are as vibrant as its ambience. Derived from Quechua, the name YUNKA whispers of untouched natural beauty, reminiscent of lush jungles and untamed landscapes, and is the latest brainchild behind Momentum Hospitality.
Led by two ex-fine dining chefs - Eden (Malaysian) and Tommy (Vietnamese), this new spot replaces white cloths with Batik to serve up authentic Malaysian flavors that pack a punch.
When chaos reigned during the pandemic, a bright idea sparked in Ho Chi Minh City. It all began with frozen beef patties but soon transformed into a lively Caribbean pop-up with a cult following for its BBQ Jerk Chicken.
An industry insider guide to the best speakeasies and cocktail bars in Ho Chi Minh City. We hope you’re thirsty.
Lune is easily one of the most underrated restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City. To be fair, it’s considerably new in the dining space (approximately a year) but Chef Adrien Guenzi is by no means new to fine dining fare or Saigon.
Gone are the days when local East Asian spirits were synonymous with moonshine and cheap beer. Today, craft spirit distilleries in Vietnam are redefining what it means to be a ‘Vietnamese spirit’ and heralding a new wave of first-of-its-kind artisanal spirits.
If you’re staying (or visiting) Ho Chi Minh City during Tet, don’t let restaurant-hunting stress you out. Here is a round-up of restaurants and brunch spots open in the city.
Lunar New Year, is a time of celebration for many Vietnamese families and is filled with traditional customs, feasts, and, of course, plenty of gift-giving. The best gifts are ones that symbolize good luck, abundance, and prosperity. And, if they don’t break the bank, even better. Here’s our round-up guide of Tet Gifts that caught our eye in Saigon!
Bookmark for those long weekends this 2024. And, if you, like me, plan your travels around the restaurants and bars you want to visit, then this is the list for you.
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi has welcomed a new Executive Pastry Chef, Stephane Prost, a French national who brings more than 30 years of international culinary experience to his new role at Vietnam’s most storied hotel
Le Comptoir has been rising in the culinary ranks of late. From placing ‘Top 25 Restaurants in Vietnam” at the recent Robb Report Gourmet Collection 2023 to being ranked top 20 restaurants in Danang on TripAdvisor. I dine at this rising star to find out - is it worth its award-winning status?
The top stories, events and happenings that happened in Vietnam’s food and drink scene this year!
Food plays an important and symbolic role during Tết and is not complete without traditional festive snacks such as Banh Chung (sticky rice with mung beans and ground pork) and Thit Ga (boiled chicken).
This is why in the Vietnamese language, Tết is not celebrated but rather “eaten” (ăn Tết) instead!
Ring in the new year at these 10 NYE happenings happening in Ho Chi Minh City. Trust us, you won’t be disappointed.
Stay home, unwind and enjoy a festive feast without actually cooking anything with our guide to the top picks for Christmas takeaway in Saigon.
Usher in the most wonderful time of the year with our top 20 festive food picks featuring decadent Christmas brunches to indulgent set menus.
Run, don’t walk to this hidden gem in Danang with a newly-opened rooftop kitchen and bar where you should be getting your sunset cocktail (and foodie) fix.
Meg and her husband David Le are seasoned restauranteurs who have lived and worked in Hoi An for three year. Here, she shares her top foodie picks as well as your new favourite spots in Danang.
Amidst Phu Quoc’s growing number of shiny new resorts - how does newly-opened Regent Phu Quoc fare?
Females behind the fire are heating up Vietnam’s dining scene from culinary to pastry and beyond - here are 9 women chefs that have played a role in shaping our penchant for dining in the city.
In a sea of modern Asian restaurants in Saigon - how does newly-opened Oryz helmed by Singaporean Chef Chris Fong fare?
If you haven’t already heard of Bambino, you’re missing out on what is already coined ‘Saigon’s best Italian restaurant’. Find out whether it’s worth the hype.
Chef Thach melds the precision of his Le Cordon Bleu training with the soul of traditional Vietnamese flavors, creating a culinary symphony that bridges worlds.
A review of the EPIC Brunch by MGallery - Saigon’s longest free-flow and all-you-can-eat brunch
Hi, I’m Jovel Chan, a Singaporean food and drink blogger and F&B consultant📍Ho Chi Minh City.
Over the past two years, I’ve had the pleasure of dining in more than 150+ restaurants across Vietnam and judging multiple competitions. Here, I share the industry through my eyes and I hope it inspires you to discover, learn and explore Vietnam’s exciting food and drink scene.
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Meg and her husband David Le are seasoned restauranteurs who have lived and worked in Hoi An for three year. Here, she shares her top foodie picks as well as your new favourite spots in Danang.