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From The Passion Of Ocean To The Seafood Business

Chef Masterclass

From The Passion Of Ocean To The Seafood Business
Hervé Blanes is not simply a seafood purveyor, he is a genuine seafood lover. Born and raised in Marseille, and now residing in Ho Chi Minh City, he’s the CEO of Nine Indochinese Dragons Co Ltd, the leading premium seafood supplier in Vietnam, as well as the owner of both La Poissonnerie and Duke&Oyster Bar in District 2. Having grown up on the beach, his passion for the ocean and commitment to all things seafood is unparalleled. We had the chance to chat with Monsieur Blanes about his business practices, and his devotion to the industry in Vietnam.
A 5-Star Urban Hotel Dining Destination

Dining

A 5-Star Urban Hotel Dining Destination
New World Saigon stands proudly as a leading MICE and leisure hotel, smack in the heart of the city’s bustling and vibrant District 1. It offers 533 newly renovated guest rooms and suites, state-of-the-art facilities, and premiere dining options for local Vietnamese and tourists alike.
A Fine Dining Chef Grounded In Sustainability

Chef Masterclass

A Fine Dining Chef Grounded In Sustainability

Chef Si Toan of Sam Dining views the Culinary Arts as a fully sensory experience. Inspired by the beauty of Đà Lạt, and its bounty of sustainable and locally sourced ingredients, his restaurant offers an unparalleled fine dining experience to its patrons. Chef Toan’s passion for developing innovative flavours, led to the establishment of Sam Dining's Cookbook Tasting Menu, a singular dining experience that encourages guests to read the cookbook, while simultaneously tasting its dishes. We had a chance to speak with Chef Si Toan about his culinary journey and truly inspired food.

An Idyllic Coastal Retreat On Cam Ranh Bay

Gourmet Traveller

An Idyllic Coastal Retreat On Cam Ranh Bay
The Wyndham Garden Cam Ranh, under Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, blends the highest international hospitality standards with a local Vietnamese identity, unique to the region.
Experience Luxury at Riverfront Boutique Hotel

Gourmet Traveller

Experience Luxury at Riverfront Boutique Hotel
Villa Song Saigon in Thao Dien, District 2 offers a rejuvenating escape from the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City life. Offering 23 well-appointed rooms and suites, each space is unique in size, decor and layout, it promises maximum style and comfort amid breath-taking views of the Saigon River.
Introducing Aberfeldy: 3 Unique Facts About the Golden Whisky

Wine Cellar

Introducing Aberfeldy: 3 Unique Facts About the Golden Whisky
The Dewar brothers had a talent for creating captivating whiskies. John Dewar & Sons, Ltd. owns five distilleries in Scotland — Aberfeldy, Aultmore, Craigellachie, Macduff and Royal Brackla. Among these, Aberfeldy is distinguished by its smoothness and enchanting bouquets.
Ubud Revisited

Gourmet Traveller

Ubud Revisited
A stay at Amandari is the perfect way to rediscover Ubud, Bali’s cultural heart and soul.

What’s On

Earth Day 2023 At Le Champ Tu Le Hot Spring & Spa
Earth Day 2023 At Le Champ Tu Le Hot Spring & Spa
Environmental Wellness is not just a growing trend it to is a necessity, we need to do all we can to protect our planet. There are many signs indicating that things are changing, we are experiencing weather conditions never seen before, creating dramatic problems for people all around the world. 

Dining

Yu Chu - A New Fire Lit In Stoves
Yu Chu - A New Fire Lit In Stoves
Yu Chu (meaning “Imperial Kitchen” in Chinese) at InterContinental Saigon is regarded as one of the best Chinese restaurants in town, recently had the pleasure to welcome a new Chinese Head Chef, Chef Ooi Kar Kim, and along with him inspiring anticipation for its culinary scene.

Bars & Clubs

Video

Sheraton Saigon Hotel & Towers
Sheraton Saigon Hotel & Towers
Explore Our Two Magical Balinese Four Seasons Resorts Bali at Jimbaran Bay and Sayan
Explore Our Two Magical Balinese Four Seasons Resorts Bali at Jimbaran Bay and Sayan
Step Into Serenity - Luxury Yacht Catamaran
Step Into Serenity - Luxury Yacht Catamaran
Regent Phu Quoc's Taste Studio
Regent Phu Quoc's Taste Studio

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. 

From The Passion Of Ocean To The Seafood Business
From The Passion Of Ocean To The Seafood Business
Hervé Blanes is not simply a seafood purveyor, he is a genuine seafood lover. Born and raised in Marseille, and now residing in Ho Chi Minh City, he’s the CEO of Nine Indochinese Dragons Co Ltd, the leading premium seafood supplier in Vietnam, as well as the owner of both La Poissonnerie and Duke&Oyster Bar in District 2. Having grown up on the beach, his passion for the ocean and commitment to all things seafood is unparalleled. We had the chance to chat with Monsieur Blanes about his business practices, and his devotion to the industry in Vietnam.
A Fine Dining Chef Grounded In Sustainability
A Fine Dining Chef Grounded In Sustainability

Chef Si Toan of Sam Dining views the Culinary Arts as a fully sensory experience. Inspired by the beauty of Đà Lạt, and its bounty of sustainable and locally sourced ingredients, his restaurant offers an unparalleled fine dining experience to its patrons. Chef Toan’s passion for developing innovative flavours, led to the establishment of Sam Dining's Cookbook Tasting Menu, a singular dining experience that encourages guests to read the cookbook, while simultaneously tasting its dishes. We had a chance to speak with Chef Si Toan about his culinary journey and truly inspired food.

Ask A Chef
Ask A Chef
The experts from Humble Bakery – known for their artisanal scones and burnt cheesecakes – are here to help solve your kitchen woes.
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.
In Good Taste
In Good Taste
Meet executive chef Claudio Rossi and learn more about Park Hyatt Jakarta’s latest dining destinations.
A Worthy Sea-Cation
A Worthy Sea-Cation

Packed with a wide range of activities, entertainment and dining options, a cruise on the Spectrum of the Seas by Royal Caribbean is a surprisingly fun way to travel – even if it is to nowhere.

Wine Cellar

Introducing Aberfeldy: 3 Unique Facts About the Golden Whisky
Introducing Aberfeldy: 3 Unique Facts About the Golden Whisky
The Dewar brothers had a talent for creating captivating whiskies. John Dewar & Sons, Ltd. owns five distilleries in Scotland — Aberfeldy, Aultmore, Craigellachie, Macduff and Royal Brackla. Among these, Aberfeldy is distinguished by its smoothness and enchanting bouquets.
Hendrick's Absinthe
Hendrick's Absinthe
Absinthe from Hendrick’s? If this raised some eyebrows, you’re not alone. Absinthe has long been thought to be an “unrefined” spirit that carried fantastical myths.

Knowledge

Behind The Bamboo Curtain
Behind The Bamboo Curtain
A staple ingredient in Japanese cuisine, bamboo is commonly used in spring dishes and made into cutlery and tableware. Peter Weld travels to Kyoto and discovers how the plant is harvested and used.
First Bottled In The 1800s, Now Sparkling In 2023
First Bottled In The 1800s, Now Sparkling In 2023
evian, the quintessential name in bottled water, recently introduced their latest addition to their historic beverage brand portfolio - evian Sparkling - a crisp, refreshing, and effervescent beverage to tickle the palate.
The Great Presenters
The Great Presenters
How you serve your food is very much part of the overall dining experience. These Singapore tableware brands and retailers offer artisanal plates, bowls and other vessels that will add a touch of glamour to your dining setup and elevate your meals.

Gourmet Traveller

An Idyllic Coastal Retreat On Cam Ranh Bay
An Idyllic Coastal Retreat On Cam Ranh Bay
The Wyndham Garden Cam Ranh, under Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, blends the highest international hospitality standards with a local Vietnamese identity, unique to the region.
A Breath of Fresh Air
A Breath of Fresh Air
The Dusit Thani group’s first Singapore resort feels disorienting and unfamiliar – and wonderfully so.

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

Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon Celebrates Global Day Of Discovery Imbued With The Spirit Of Neighborhood
Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon Celebrates Global Day Of Discovery Imbued With The Spirit Of Neighborhood
Rooted in discovery and the spirit of the neighborhood, Renaissance Hotels – part of Marriott Bonvoy’s extraordinary portfolio of 30 hotel brands – announced that it will celebrate its annual Global Day of Discovery on May 18, 2023. A day when all 170+ Renaissance properties around the world, together as a collective drumbeat, put on elevated experiences – underscoring how the brand delivers unexpected discoveries beyond the convention of travel – and Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon is here to help celebrate. 
The Dialogue Between The Land, The Sea And Its People
The Dialogue Between The Land, The Sea And Its People

Staged for four consecutive nights from 19-22 April 2023, “The Dialogue between the Land, the Sea and its People” transported guests on a multi-sensory journey into the island’s cultural and culinary heritage.

Celebrate A Magical Christmas By The Ocean
Celebrate A Magical Christmas By The Ocean
The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel Hong Kong is getting ready for its first festive season and is excited to present a specially curated collection of Fullerton Experiences, gifts and dining options for a holiday filled with merry moments and wonderment. In keeping with The Fullerton Hotel brand’s tradition of creating memorable experiences for the guests, the hotel promises a feast to captivate the senses – including dazzling festive decorations, live performances, sumptuous festive gourmet menus, and an array of entertaining Christmas activities suitable for couples and families – all set in a serene waterfront oasis.