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Hôtel des Arts Saigon’s Brunch is a Feast to be Enjoyed like Artwork in a Gallery

Eat & Drink

Hôtel des Arts Saigon’s Brunch is a Feast to be Enjoyed like Artwork in a Gallery

Works of art are often appreciated for the sum of their parts. A painting’s subject matter, the artist’s legacy and the context in which it was produced can be just as important as the aesthetics of the piece. So it is with meals as well. The ambiance, presentation and people one shares the occasion with can impact a dining experience as much as the food itself. That is how one should approach Hôtel des Arts Saigon’s Sunday Brunch .

SaigoneerOct 31, 2022
Envisioning a Student’s Potential at Australian International School’s Open Day

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Envisioning a Student’s Potential at Australian International School’s Open Day

An Open Day involves far more than simply letting people onto the school grounds to look around. Teachers, students, senior leadership and support staff all work together to welcome families of prospective students and share their enthusiasm for the opportunities that await.

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SaigoneerOct 31, 2022
Introducing the '2 Years of Memories' Travel Writing Competition

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Introducing the '2 Years of Memories' Travel Writing Competition

To celebrate the 2 nd anniversary of Urbanist Travel , we are excited to invite you to participate in Saigoneer ’s first-ever writing competition, “2 Years of Memories,” to look back at the most historic years of Vietnam’s tourism industry during the pandemic and the following recovery period. Urbanist Travel is an international travel agency that came into existence to further realize Saigoneer’s long-enduring aspiration to “explore Vietnam and beyond.” Read our interview with Urbanist Travel Co-Founder Châu Cecilia Nguyễn here for the company's origin story.

SaigoneerOct 27, 2022
Defining What it Means to be a Whisky Connoisseur

Eat & Drink Partner

Defining What it Means to be a Whisky Connoisseur

“I make whisky for people , I don’t make it for this demographic or that demographic; we make it for people who love whisky,” explained Stephanie Macleod, Dewar's Master Blender and four-time Master Blender of the Year winner at the International Whisky Competition.

SaigoneerOct 20, 2022
World-Renowned Furniture Company Wendelbo Opens its First Vietnamese Showroom

Retail

World-Renowned Furniture Company Wendelbo Opens its First Vietnamese Showroom

After more than a decade of producing goods in Vietnam, Wendelbo, a high-end interior brand, recently opened a sleek, five-story showroom in Saigon.

SaigoneerOct 14, 2022
Votive Dongs Must Be 50% Smaller or Twice Bigger Than Real Dongs, State Bank Says

Vietnam

Votive Dongs Must Be 50% Smaller or Twice Bigger Than Real Dongs, State Bank Says

To help citizens better distinguish between Vietnam dong bills for the living and the dead, the State Bank of Vietnam has put forth a draft law detailing specifications replicas must follow.

SaigoneerOct 13, 2022
From North to South, Glimpses of Street Life in Vietnam in the Early 1990s

Vietnam

From North to South, Glimpses of Street Life in Vietnam in the Early 1990s

If there’s a thing this writer remembers distinctly about the early 1990s, it would be nothing, because I was barely a person that could eat and survive by myself.

SaigoneerOct 11, 2022
Award-Winning Open Home in Hanoi Invites Generational Connections

Architecture

Award-Winning Open Home in Hanoi Invites Generational Connections

CH House, a multi-generational abode that fosters harmonious family connectivity amidst Hanoi's discordant din, recently won the Dedalo Minosse International Prize for clients commissioning a house in the under-40 category.

SaigoneerOct 5, 2022
Nova Hospitality Officially Launched

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Nova Hospitality Officially Launched

On 29 September 2022 at Novaland Gallery, Nova Hospitality, a member of Nova Service, has been officially launched and signed agreements with two of the world's leading hotel management companies, Accor and Marriott International.

SaigoneerOct 3, 2022
Vietnamese Masters Contribute to Hôtel des Arts Saigon's 1930s Indochine Aesthetics and Timeless Grace

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Vietnamese Masters Contribute to Hôtel des Arts Saigon's 1930s Indochine Aesthetics and Timeless Grace

An antique phone placed in the elegant ground-floor lounge at Hôtel des Arts Saigon, Mgallery invites visitors to Call back in time . Paintings by esteemed Vietnamese artists from bygone decades including Bùi Xuân Phái and Trần Lưu Hậu, ceramics and artifacts from the nation’s distant past and tradition-evoking design touches create an atmosphere that whisks visitors into a lost era of elegance.

SaigoneerSep 29, 2022
Storm Noru, the Strongest in Recent Years, to Hit Central Vietnam This Week

Vietnam

Storm Noru, the Strongest in Recent Years, to Hit Central Vietnam This Week

Around 370,000 residents are being prepared for evacuation in advance of Storm Noru, which is expected to be one of the worst storms to hit Vietnam in the last 20 years.

SaigoneerSep 26, 2022
Huế Announces Plan to Transform Hồ Thủy Tiên Waterpark Into Public Space

Vietnam

Huế Announces Plan to Transform Hồ Thủy Tiên Waterpark Into Public Space

Authorities are planning to turn the long-abandoned Hồ Thủy Tiên Waterpark into a public space with the construction of a walking path, lighting, drainage system and water supply.

SaigoneerSep 23, 2022
Premier Village Phu Quoc Resort Welcomes New GM

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Premier Village Phu Quoc Resort Welcomes New GM

As world of travel begins to bounce back, Premier Village Phu Quoc Resort is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr. Patrice Landrein as a new General Manager. In the new role, Patrice will be responsible for a big team of Heartists and the success of the hotel's day to day operations. Patrice has been dedicated in the hospitality industry with over three decades of experience in multi-faceted luxury properties, he will bring his broad range of luxury industry experience across Europe, North America, Asia to lead the entire team with a modern management style.

SaigoneerSep 23, 2022
Recreation, Relaxation and Adventure in Đà Nẵng

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Recreation, Relaxation and Adventure in Đà Nẵng

Serene nature? Thrilling activities? Cultural insights? World-class cuisine and vibrant nightlife? Everyone has different priorities when going on vacation, and a few special places in Vietnam can accommodate almost all of them. Saigoneer recently traveled to Đà Nẵng to see how many different experiences we could find.

SaigoneerSep 21, 2022
'Đêm Tối Rực Rỡ!' Wins Best Feature Film at 2021 Golden Kite Awards

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'Đêm Tối Rực Rỡ!' Wins Best Feature Film at 2021 Golden Kite Awards

In addition to Best Feature Film, Đêm Tối Rực Rỡ! (The Brilliant Darkness!) earned Lý Nguyễn Nhã Uyên a win for Best Leading Actress and Best Screenplay for the drama co-written and directed by her husband, Aaron Toronto.

SaigoneerSep 19, 2022
Hanoi Starts Revoking Operating Licenses of Cafes on 'Train Street' This Week

Hanoi

Hanoi Starts Revoking Operating Licenses of Cafes on 'Train Street' This Week

Hanoi is shutting down its infamous "Train Street" starting this weekend.

SaigoneerSep 16, 2022
Biên Hòa Cafe Embraces Industrial Design for a Transient Existence

Architecture

Biên Hòa Cafe Embraces Industrial Design for a Transient Existence

If your dwelling is temporary, how much care do you pay to your surroundings?

SaigoneerSep 15, 2022
Pasteur Street Brewing Company’s New Taproom Has a Story to Tell

Eat & Drink

Pasteur Street Brewing Company’s New Taproom Has a Story to Tell

“Wow, this is a colorful one!” we exclaimed upon approaching the bright building along the canal separating Districts 1 and Phú Nhuận. Large red and blue pipes reminiscent of the geometric designs found on Pasteur Street Brewing Company (PSBC)’s cans frame the open-air ground floor that provides fantastic views of Hoàng Sa as motorbikes speed past in front of its tranquil waters.

SaigoneerSep 14, 2022
After 50 years of Preparing, Da Vittorio Arrives in Saigon’s Dining Scene

Eat & Drink Partner

After 50 years of Preparing, Da Vittorio Arrives in Saigon’s Dining Scene

Can any country go toe to toe with the regional variety, complex flavors and multitude of ingredients found in Vietnamese cuisine? Italy may be one of few able to do so and one of its most celebrated restaurants is poised to open in the center of Saigon. Da Vittorio provides the city with a rare Michelin pedigree.

SaigoneerSep 9, 2022
Đợi Kiều: A New Creative Project Examines 'Truyện Kiều' With Fresh Eyes

Music & Arts

Đợi Kiều: A New Creative Project Examines 'Truyện Kiều' With Fresh Eyes

In an effort to facilitate new discussion and appreciation of Vietnam’s national epic poem The Tale of Kiều, this September, the team behind YUME - Art Project is launching a series of events titled “Đợi Kiều” (Waiting for Kiều). The initiative comprises the minishow “Thư gửi cung mây,” the seminar “Truyện Kiều - Ca dao & Hồn Việt,” and a contemporary cải lương performance titled “Đợi Kiều.”

SaigoneerSep 9, 2022
Hanoi Is Not Building Dragon-Inspired Longest Structure in the World, Official Says

Development

Hanoi Is Not Building Dragon-Inspired Longest Structure in the World, Official Says

A 700,000-square-meter dragon-shaped building will remain a futuristic fantasy in the capital's Tây Hồ area, but it might be fun to indulge in its flashy design for a moment. The structure, meant to house central ministries and supporting branches, was once submitted to Hanoi officials to be considered for a revamp competition.

SaigoneerSep 8, 2022
Exploring Đà Nẵng’s Potential for Family-Friendly Vacations

Travel

Exploring Đà Nẵng’s Potential for Family-Friendly Vacations

Being surrounded by the laughter of one’s family while enjoying a carefree vacation may be one of life’s greatest pleasures, but it takes some coordination to make everyone involved happy. Thanks to its convenient natural beauty, modern entertainment options and diverse dining offerings, Đà Nẵng represents an ideal destination for families of all ages to explore, play and rest.

SaigoneerAug 30, 2022
Cô Tô Island District Says No to Single-Use Plastics From September

Vietnam

Cô Tô Island District Says No to Single-Use Plastics From September

With insufficient waste management facilities, many island localities in Vietnam face literal barrages of trash.

SaigoneerAug 29, 2022
Saigon Students Win Science Contest Silver Medals for Bodhi Tree Leaf Teabags

Environment

Saigon Students Win Science Contest Silver Medals for Bodhi Tree Leaf Teabags

Sustainable teabags made from bodhi tree ( Ficus religiosa ) leaves earned Ngô Trần Thảo My and Nguyễn Thiên Ngân silver medals at an international event that fosters global awareness of environmental issues amongst secondary students.

SaigoneerAug 25, 2022
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