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  • Hilton Saigon Presents Brand New Residence Eleven & Song Bar

    Hilton Saigon Presents Brand New Residence Eleven & Song Bar

    Hilton Saigon today proudly unveils its latest additions to the city’s vibrant culinary scene: the highly anticipated Chinese restaurant, Residence Eleven, and the rooftop oasis, Song Bar. Situated on the 39th and 40th floors, these venues promise to redefine luxury dining and offer panoramic views of the Saigon River and the dynamic cityscape. With a blend of modern design and sophisticated ambience, Residence Eleven and Song Bar are poised to become iconic destinations for both locals and international visitors.

    Residence Eleven: A Contemporary Chinese Culinary Masterpiece

    Nestled on the 39th floor, Residence Eleven Restaurant is a sanctuary of culinary artistry. Drawing inspiration from classic Beijing heritage houses, the restaurant’s design elegantly combines traditional Chinese aesthetics with contemporary elements. The interior features striking lacquer and watercolor artwork, along with intricate Chinese carvings, creating a refined and luxurious atmosphere.

    At the heart of Residence Eleven is its signature wood-fired oven, a culinary centrepiece that elevates the art of roasting. Guests can indulge in perfectly roasted meats, rich with smoky flavours that only wood-fired cooking can deliver. The menu celebrates Southern Chinese culinary heritage with a blend of classic dishes like Peking duck and dim sum, alongside innovative fusion creations such as Bird’s Nest and Crab Soup, stir-fried Australian lobster prepared Hong Kong style, and steamed Leopard Coral Grouper.

    Wine enthusiasts will appreciate the restaurant’s meticulously curated wine collection, offering a selection of complex Old-World wines and bold New-World options. Residence Eleven is open for dinner daily from 17:30 to 22:00. Hilton Honors members can enjoy up to a 25% discount on meals and drinks. Reservations can be made through SevenRooms.

    Song Bar: A Symphony of Elegance from the Rooftop

    Perched on the highest floor of Hilton Saigon, Song Bar offers guests wraparound views of the city skyline, with floor-to-ceiling windows framing breathtaking sunsets. The bar’s interior is a harmonious blend of oriental and contemporary design, featuring rich wood panelling, plush velvet seating, and striking statement lighting.

    Song Bar’s menu is a sophisticated showcase of fine wines and innovative cocktails, each crafted with local ingredients to capture the essence of Saigon. Signature drinks include ‘East Meets West,’ a fusion of flavours bridging Eastern and Western culinary traditions, and the ‘Saigon Opera House’ cocktail, a tequila-infused creation inspired by the iconic Saigon landmark.

    Guests can also enjoy live DJ performances every Thursday to Saturday, from 21:00 to midnight, alongside a refined menu of bar bites. Song Bar is open daily from 16:00 to midnight. Hilton Honors members can take advantage of up to a 25% discount on meals and drinks. For bookings, contact +84 (28) 38237979, email SGNHI_Songbar@hilton.com, or visit the Hilton Saigon website for more information.

    Hilton Saigon continues to enhance its offerings, and the introduction of Residence Eleven and Song Bar underscores its commitment to providing exceptional experiences for guests. Whether you are seeking an exquisite dining experience or a stylish spot to unwind with panoramic views, these new venues are set to become the city’s most sought-after destinations.

  • Safe Ways To Enjoy Drinking In Vietnam

    Safe Ways To Enjoy Drinking In Vietnam

    With the recent law passed which exercises zero tolerance by requiring drivers to maintain a preferred blood alcohol limit, one will need to be extra careful when enjoying drinking in Vietnam. There are plenty of ways to do so where you won’t get into trouble so here are some tips you should follow if you want to have a great time in the country and make your experience memorable.

    Opt not to take your own car

    Whether you’re a local who owns his or her car in Vietnam or if you’re a tourist that wishes a rent a vehicle, it will become extremely difficult for someone to enjoy a session of even casual drinking if you’re caught by the authorities. With that being said, if you’re strictly going to be consuming food and nothing more, then you have absolutely nothing to worry about. However, if you are going to be ingesting drinks that will put your blood alcohol at risky levels, it’s time to take a different route. You can opt to use ride-sharing services. Unfortunately, there’s no Uber operating in Vietnam but there’s Grab, which functions in the same way. If you want to get from one place to another, and if you’re familiar with using a smartphone, then using Grab is the best decision you’ll make. Else, you have the option to take a taxi, though the fare will vary.

    One person will have to take one for the team

    This might not be the best of solutions, but if you’re not too keen on using ride-sharing apps like Grab or using public transport, and if you’re travelling with an entire group, you’ll have to find a person who doesn’t drink and request him or her to be your lookout during the entire drinking session. In most cases, this is actually a good plan because if the person isn’t fond of drinking, then he or she will be more than happy to drive you guys around. Unfortunately, the problem arises when you have a group of people that all want to drink and you also want to drive around in your own car or a rental. In such a situation, one of the group members will have to refrain from drinking because if you get caught, it’s going to be a messy situation.

    Choose a food tour

    Choosing a food and city tour is your best bet to avoid those unnecessary zero-tolerance punishments. A reputable service like xotours.vn will be able to guide you through this difficult process. Since these services aim to provide the best possible experiences, you can also ask them a flurry of questions on what is the best way to enjoy drinking safely in Vietnam. The representatives of the service will gladly aid you on what precautions to take so that you don’t get caught. If by chance you want to avail a food tour where you won’t get penalized for drinking and eating for multiple days, there’s a workaround for that too. You’ll most likely be handed identification cards signalling that you’re a group of tourists that just want to enjoy the country and that you shouldn’t be disturbed during your commute at any stage.

    We hope that these tips were helpful to you. Now you can execute an ‘all-nighter’ and safely drink in Vietnam.