Category Archives: Restaurant

Itacho Sushi vs. [Ho Chi Minh City] Sushi Bar – The Battle of Sushi

Posted on December 8, 2011 by K

It is interesting how our tastebuds changed over time. I use to fancy sushi with cooked ingredients i.e. tamago before I fell crazily in love with raw fish sushi i.e. sake. The tastebuds eventually evolved towards aburi sushi. I wonder … Continue reading →

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Basilico – First attempt at Italian Buffet

Posted on November 19, 2011 by P

Last Saturday was my first time at Basilico – I have always marveled at the chic décor of this Italian Restaurant whenever I dined at Tenshin and it has been on my Eat List for awhile now….so I was quite … Continue reading →

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[Ho Chi Minh City] Intercontinental Asiana Saigon

Posted on November 8, 2011 by K

My temporary quarters in Vietnam and I we love it! I asked S & Y (who visited me in Saigon) what they liked MOST in the visit and the answer is…..Intercontinental Asiana It’s a very comfortable hotel in an accessible … Continue reading →

Posted in Ho Chi Minh City - Vietnam, Hotel, Restaurant | 6 Comments

Al Forno – Comforting Italian Fare

Posted on September 24, 2011 by K

Al Forno is a cosy Italian restaurant located along East Coast Road. The restaurant expanded across the street – there is a branch right opposite the main restaurant.  Both shops share the same menu/resources. On that particular night, we saw … Continue reading →

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[Ho Chi Minh City] Market 39 – Hello Saigon

Posted on September 20, 2011 by K

I will be based in HCMC for the next few months – can’t wait to explore the restaurants here. My current list includes Hoa Tuc, Pho 2000 (Mr. Clinton ate here), La Villa French, La Hostaria, Sushi bar etc. Fellow foodies … Continue reading →

Posted in Ho Chi Minh City - Vietnam, Restaurant, Vietnamese | 2 Comments