Dining

Tales By Chapter: Zero Waste, Full Flavour

Located on a quiet street in the heart of Saigon, Tales by Chapter offers a unique plant-based dining experience, where every dish tells a story of sustainability, mindful living and nourishment. Sitting at the open counter, guests can watch the chefs at work, transforming simple ingredients into thoughtful plates right before their eyes.

A Culinary Story Told In Colors

At The Monkey Gallery DINING, the tasting menu Magical Ticket – Palette /ˈpælət/ celebrates Vietnam’s culinary soul through a sensory journey of color, memory, and flavor. Reinvented each year with a new theme, the menu invites guests to explore ever-changing landscapes — from mist-covered forests to coastal depths — in an experience as evocative as it is unforgettable.

Authentic Indian Cuisine at Tan Son Nhat International Airport

Travelers passing through Tan Son Nhat International Airport can now experience authentic Indian cuisine, prepared by seasoned Indian chefs and certified to international Halal standards. It’s the latest step by SASCO to broaden the airport’s culinary offerings, bringing convenience, diversity, and a higher level of service to passengers in transit.

New Perspectives

A sensory Kapampangan feast in the forest, Japanese dishes with Filipino ingredients and flair, and a bold Mexican-Filipino homecoming. Where the past decade was marked by a push of the Philippines into the global culinary limelight, now is where it moves into regional layers and diasporic influences. In Manila, this movement is spearheaded by people who bring their personal stories of living abroad and rarely seen regional recipes to the table, wrapped in warm hospitality and creativity. We check out the forces that are shaping the capital’s culinary landscape in distinctly moving ways.

Flavours by the Shore<br> A Culinary Journey at Pullman Phu Quoc Beach Resort

Flavours by the Shore
A Culinary Journey at Pullman Phu Quoc Beach Resort

There is something magical about experiencing a resort through the lens of family travel. On this trip to Pullman Phu Quoc Beach Resort, I was joined by my sister, her eight-year-old daughter, and my fifteen-year-old daughter a lively, multi-generational quartet ready to enjoy the island’s beauty and the resort’s culinary treasures.

Phoenix – The Flavourful Airport Escape

Nestled within the bustling Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Phoenix offers a refined dining oasis where passengers can enjoy a high-quality meal amid their journey. With a thoughtfully curated à la carte menu featuring both Asian and European cuisines, along with professional service, Phoenix caters to every need — whether you're a solo passenger seeking a moment of peace or part of a group looking for a spacious, efficient, and satisfying dining experience.

When Kitchens Speak in Stories

Across Vietnam, a new generation of restaurants is telling tales through flavour—of memory, movement, and mastery. From handcrafted pasta to riverside rituals, these spaces invite diners not just to eat, but to feel, reflect, and reconnect with the joy of thoughtful dining.

Chapter Dining: A Quiet Tribute To The North

At Chapter Dining, elegance lies in quiet details. Guided by Chef Quang Dũng’s refined vision, each dish draws from the soulful depth of Northern Vietnamese cuisine. The scent of woodsmoke, the warmth of native spices, and the clarity of seasonal ingredients come together in a dining experience where memory, place and modern craftsmanship converge.

The Hidden Luxury of Everyday Things

In a quiet kitchen above a Saigon street, Chef Hậu Trần redefines fine dining— not with imported truffles or rare caviar, but with the soulful, often overlooked ingredients of his homeland. At The Monkey Gallery DINING, every dish tells a story. A spoonful of fermented paste, a trace of hand-ground salt—these are his brushstrokes, painting Vietnam not as a destination, but as a memory.

Dry-Aged Steak and the Culinary Artistry of Chef Khai

In the realm of haute cuisine, dry-aged steak is often considered the pinnacle of beef craftsmanship. A true testament to patience, precision, and profound understanding of meat structure, each dry-aged cut is more than a dish, it’s a narrative told through time, technique, and dedication. In Saigon, PRIME is not merely a steakhouse, it’s a place where the mastery of American dry-aging tradition resides, guided by the skilled hands of Chef Khai.

Grill Seekers: Saigon’s BBQ Elite

From the subtle sizzle of binchotan to the robust flare of granite-fired grills, Ho Chi Minh City is lighting up with smoky excellence. Korean and Japanese BBQ restaurants are reimagining fire and flavour, offering diners more than just premium meats—they’re delivering curated culinary experiences, full of soul, spectacle, and sizzling satisfaction. Whether you're drawn to the elegance of Wagyu, the comfort of Korean pork belly, or the theatre of tabletop grilling, this roundup guides you to seven standout destinations where the embers glow bright and every bite tells a story

Ăn Cỗ Vol VI: A Love Letter To Saigon

In the heart of New York City, a quiet table is set for a different kind of dinner party—where memory meets artistry, and every dish tells a story from home. With rare ingredients flown in from Vietnam and menus shaped by childhood recollections, Ăn Cỗ Vol VI is more than a dining event; it’s a personal, immersive love letter to Saigon.