TRAVELLIVE MAGAZINE Travellive 04-2016 | Page 16

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 PUBS &RESTAURANTS L 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) 16 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)