HANOI
ASIAN - EUROPEAN
FUSION
As the blend of Asian and
European flavors, Master Chef
123's dishes prepared by the
famed Michael Bao Huynh from
New York will bring Vietnamese
guests something both familiar
yet foreign. Here, you will have
a chance to enjoy more than
200 fine dishes featuring culinary
art from around the world.
Some highlights include the
truffle mushroom soup, foie gras
cappuccino, sizzling Vietnamese
beef, Korean style short ribs,
marinated salmon, fennel, dill
& lime dressing, red snapper
escabeche with vegetables and
mirin soy broth, sea bass with a
vegetable ragout and clam, chicken
clay pot rice, Thai BBQ chicken
rice, and more.
(MASTERCHEF 123
RESTAURANT *123 Mai Hac
De, Hai Ba Trung, Hanoi *Tel: 04
6261 3333)
HCMC
BARS
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TASTY LUNCH
AT PACH CAF– &
BREWERS
HCMC
ENJOY AUTHENTIC
VIETNAMESE DISHES AT
MOUNTAIN RETREAT
ocated on the rooftop of a building in the center of Saigon, Mountain Retreat is a favorite
authentic Vietnamese restaurant for many diners. The restaurant is designed in a mountaineer
aesthetic with a simple interior of wood and bamboo. Amidst the yellow light and friendly
atmosphere, diners can enjoy an array of Vietnamese dishes perfectly served with wine and distinct
cocktails. The restaurant is an ideal place for relaxing and exploring Saigon with a lavish menu
including authentic dishes and specialties from all three regions.
(MOUNTAIN RETREAT - VIETNAMESE RESTAURANT *Rooftop 36 Le Loi, Ben Nghe
Ward, Dist. 1, HCMC *Tel: 0907 194 557)
HANOI
THE IMPRESSIVE ART OF COCKTAIL
MAKING
Enchanting guests with its architecture featuring images of the Long Bien
Brige, La Plume has been a favorite place for those who love simple yet
delicious food, good coffee, and delightful cocktails. Located in the heart
of the old French town, La Plume gives you a chance to witness the art
of cocktail making performed by the champion bartender, Pham Tien
Tiep. Mr. Tiep is always willing to share his extensive knowledge of tastes,
balance, and new drink trends. Each cocktail at La Plume is not only a fine
drink but also touches everyone's heart on an emotional level.
(LA PLUME BISTRO & LOUNGE *3rd floor. Press Club, 12 Ly Dao
Thanh, Hanoi *Tel: 090 406 7686)
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TRAVELLIVE
Just a few minutes walk from
Nguyen Hue Street at the center
of Dist. 1 is Pach
Cafä & Brewers,
a stylish cafä that
can meet every
customers' tastes.
Consisting of
three floors with
green corners,
Pach offers guests
fresh feelings to
cool down on hot
summer days. Familiar cuisines are
sophisticatedly altered with new
ingredients, further diversifying
the distinctive dishes. Enjoy lunch
withdishes changed daily and
served with rice, bread, noodles,
or pasta. The drinks will excite
you as they combine Vietnamese
fruits such as dragon fruit, fresh
lotus, or black sesame. What
could be better than cooling your
hot day after a meal with adrink
made of naturally fermented
dragon fruit, something which is
both good for your digestion and
weight management?
(PACH CAF– & BREWERS
*14 Huynh Thuc Khang, Dist. 1,
HCMC)