Anan Saigon Crowned Vietnam’s Best Restaurant at Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants
Anan Saigon is crowned Vietnam’s best restaurant, and claims the 48th spot on Asia's 50 Best Restaurants.
EM*Me: Where Saigon Rediscovers Love, Sip by Sip
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.
Yunka: A new Peruvian-Japanese spot spicing things up in Ho Chi Minh City
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.
From Stars to Spices: Lesung Redefines Malaysian Dining in Ho Chi Minh City
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.
Frozen to Fired Up: The Pandemic Brainchild that Became Ho Chi Minh City's Beloved Caribbean Pop-Up
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 Insider Guide to the Best Speakeasies and Cocktail Bars in Ho Chi Minh City
An industry insider guide to the best speakeasies and cocktail bars in Ho Chi Minh City. We hope you’re thirsty.
Review: Lune by Chef Adrien Guenzi
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.
Feasting during Tet: Restaurants, bars and cafes in Ho Chi Minh City that will stay open
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.
Tet Gift Guide: 5 gifts and hampers in Ho Chi Minh City that we love
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!
A Guide to Vietnamese Coffee and Vietnam’s Café Culture
Learn more about Vietnamese coffee and our favorite cafes in Ho Chi Minh City
5 up-and-coming gastronomic destinations to check out in Vietnam
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 Appoints New Executive Pastry Chef
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
Top stories of 2023: A year in review of Vietnam’s food and drink scene
The top stories, events and happenings that happened in Vietnam’s food and drink scene this year!
Tết in Vietnam: Traditional Tet snacks and food myths debunked
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!
Best Christmas takeaway and delivery in Saigon (2023)
Stay home, unwind and enjoy a festive feast without actually cooking anything with our guide to the top picks for Christmas takeaway in Saigon.
A Local Restauranteur’s Guide to Dining in Da Nang
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.
Women chefs in Vietnam to know about
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.
Why this Le Cordon Bleu-trained Chef returned to Vietnam to make Vietnamese food
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.
Group-Friendly Dining Spots For Your Next Gathering
Planning a gathering in Saigon? Check out our suggestions for restaurants that perfectly cater to large groups.
Sweet Symphony: Chef Nam's Fusion of Gelato and Vietnamese Heritage
A budding gelato brand marrying the savoury essence of Vietnamese street food with sweet indulgence