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The Encyclopedia Of Vietnamese Coffee

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The Encyclopedia Of Vietnamese Coffee
Vietnamese coffee is a caffeinated artform, and is enjoyed in a variety of alluring ways across the country. Find your perfect cuppa with this guide to the 10 different types of coffee served in Vietnam. 
New Era Of Holistic Health

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New Era Of Holistic Health

The new Yun Wellness at Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong heralds an era of holistic health in hotel spas where traditional treatments are bolstered by technology and therapies that support physical, emotional, and mental rejuvenation.

Jungle All The Way: Capella Ubud, Bali Unveils The Festive Programme

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Jungle All The Way: Capella Ubud, Bali Unveils The Festive Programme
Nestled peacefully within Ubud’s untouched wilderness, Capella Ubud, Bali invites guests and travellers to celebrate the year-end holidays through its curated festive programme. From the Christmas tree lighting ceremony to a Balinese-style megibung dinner, expect merriment and revelries when you spend the holidays at the resort.
Sheraton Saigon Hotel & Towers Rings In Holiday Season With Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony 2023

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Sheraton Saigon Hotel & Towers Rings In Holiday Season With Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony 2023
Sheraton Saigon Hotel & Towers kicked off the festive season with our 2023 Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony taking place at the grand lobby on November 24, 2023. Over 190 attendees including hotel guests, business partners, media and 100 children from Christina Noble’s Children Foundation gathered together for a memorable ceremony that included our hotel associates’ dance performance, the joyful presence of Santa Claus and the official lighting of the magnificent 6-meter Christmas tree. This symbolic celebration also marked the commitment of the hotel to continue the ongoing initiatives for local charity programs, namely Wish Upon A Star and Give A Teddy Bear, Save A Child.

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Sheraton Saigon Hotel & Towers Rings In Holiday Season With Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony 2023
Sheraton Saigon Hotel & Towers Rings In Holiday Season With Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony 2023
Sheraton Saigon Hotel & Towers kicked off the festive season with our 2023 Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony taking place at the grand lobby on November 24, 2023. Over 190 attendees including hotel guests, business partners, media and 100 children from Christina Noble’s Children Foundation gathered together for a memorable ceremony that included our hotel associates’ dance performance, the joyful presence of Santa Claus and the official lighting of the magnificent 6-meter Christmas tree. This symbolic celebration also marked the commitment of the hotel to continue the ongoing initiatives for local charity programs, namely Wish Upon A Star and Give A Teddy Bear, Save A Child.

Dining

Bars & Clubs

Video

Aman Tokyo, Musashi by Aman
Aman Tokyo, Musashi by Aman
Love is a Glass of Vino or Two
Love is a Glass of Vino or Two
Live Well, Travel Well - Dhawa Hotels
Live Well, Travel Well - Dhawa Hotels
Sense The Moment - Angsana Velavaru
Sense The Moment - Angsana Velavaru

Chef Masterclass

Ask A Chef
Ask A Chef

Do you have a question you’ve always wanted to ask about cooking or a food-related topic? If so, here’s your chance. In this new column “Ask A Chef”, we call upon chef Norberto Valdez Palacios to share his advice on grilling and roasting. If you are wondering why your steak never turns out the way you want it to, and how you can improve on it, read on. As the grill master of the W Bali – Seminyak’s FIRE restaurant, Palacios reveals his tips and tricks to cooking the perfect steak and lamb. 

6 Stages Every Chef Must Endure To Attain A Michelin Star
6 Stages Every Chef Must Endure To Attain A Michelin Star
Earning an accolade as prestigious as a Michelin Star is a lifelong aspiration for culinary professionals. The journey of a Michelin Star chef is without shortcuts, but passion and determination will carry you through towards success. 
“Culinary Frank” Brings Melbourne To Ho Chi Minh City
“Culinary Frank” Brings Melbourne To Ho Chi Minh City
Frank Pham, the chef turned food vlogger affectionately known by his viewers as “Culinary Frank'', is the culinary powerhouse behind Ho Chi Minh City’s Society Cafe & Dining and captivates his 400,000 strong audience with his calming cooking ASMR. 
All-Star Cast
All-Star Cast
Singapore is a land of talented chefs who continue to push the boundaries of fine-dining experiences. But what does it take to stay at the top of the culinary game? We ask three celebrated chefs how they earn and keep their Michelin stars.

Wine Cellar

“Wood Spirits” From Japan Debut Four Flavours of Sake Made From Trees
“Wood Spirits” From Japan Debut Four Flavours of Sake Made From Trees

The fermented rice-based alcohol drink known as sake has become Japan’s national beverage, and is considered sacred to Japanese culture. As of this year, Japan is now producing sake from trees, as the government races to commercialise cedar-based technology hand in hand with start-up companies. 

Knowledge

The Most Expensive Olive Oils Money Can Buy
The Most Expensive Olive Oils Money Can Buy
Often thought of as liquid gold, olive oil is a prized culinary ingredient embedded with thousands of years of history. Extracted from the fruit of the olive tree, this remarkable oil is renowned for its rich flavour profile and powerful health benefits. 
The Encyclopedia Of Vietnamese Coffee
The Encyclopedia Of Vietnamese Coffee
Vietnamese coffee is a caffeinated artform, and is enjoyed in a variety of alluring ways across the country. Find your perfect cuppa with this guide to the 10 different types of coffee served in Vietnam. 
Choosing The Perfect Bar Cabinet For Your Home
Choosing The Perfect Bar Cabinet For Your Home
Adding a bar cabinet to your home is a worthwhile endeavour to upgrade your space, but there are several key factors you should consider first. Find the right match with these tips to keep in mind as you redecorate. 

Gourmet Traveller

Recipes

Galangal Panna Cotta
Galangal Panna Cotta

Aromatic and fruity, this gochujang-spiked dessert has a piquant, Korean cuisine-inspired kick in addition to its galangal and apricot notes.

Calisson
Calisson

Trinkets and bijou usually sit pretty in trays, but these shallow receptacles can be statement pieces too. Mould your own beautiful – edible – vessels to present delicate morsels.

Sun-Gria
Sun-Gria

Cuca’s take on the classic summer cocktail is refreshing and punchy. As the tropical fruit ice cubes melts, the flavour intensify and it transforms the cocktail, from sparkling red wine into a fruity punch.

Classic Daiquiri
Classic Daiquiri

This three-ingredient drink is so easy to put together. Here, Davide Boncimino, bar operations manager of Sugarhall, brings herbal and citrus nuances to a classic with the addition of two rums in equal portions.

The Paloma
The Paloma

Shelley Tai at Nutmeg & Clove puts a tropical spin on the Paloma, for an ideal hot weather thirst-quencher


Events

A Comprehensive International Event Of The Food & Beverage Industry
A Comprehensive International Event Of The Food & Beverage Industry
Vietnam Foodtech 2023 is a comprehensive international event on products, machinery, equipment and technology for the production, processing and packaging of the food & beverage industry. The exhibition would take place for 4 days, from December 13 - 16, 2023 at Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) - 799 Nguyen Van Linh, District 7, City. Ho Chi Minh. With a total display area of more than 8,000 square meters, the exhibition attracts more than 300 booths from more than 250 domestic and foreign units to display products, services and modern advanced machinery technologies, contributing to the innovative development trend of the food industry 4.0 worldwide.
The First European Charity Christmas Market In Ho Chi Minh City
The First European Charity Christmas Market In Ho Chi Minh City
Mid-November is the season for wonder and magic all over Europe and Christmas markets pop up everywhere. Wishing to bring this festive cheer to Ho Chi Minh City, the Consulates general of France, Germany, Hungary, Italy and the Netherlands organize a charity Christmas market in the gardens of the French Residence on November 25th, 2023, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Dining With Italian Cuisine: Well-Being With Taste
Dining With Italian Cuisine: Well-Being With Taste
The Consulate General of Italy in Ho Chi Minh City participates to the 8th edition of the Italian Cuisine week – “Dining with Italian Cuisine: Well-being with taste”, which have been taken place from November 13th to 19th 2023.
275 Travel Industry Thought Leaders Gather for the Fourth Annual TravMedia Summit Asia
275 Travel Industry Thought Leaders Gather for the Fourth Annual TravMedia Summit Asia
The fourth annual TravMedia Summit Asia, sponsored by Expedia, brought together 275 of Asia's best travel editors, writers, influencers and international travel and tourism brands from hotel groups, destinations, airlines, cruise lines, travel operators and attractions to network and discuss the challenges and opportunities defining the industry today.