Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam – June 20, 2023 – Vietnam is a compelling culinary destination where world-class cuisine can be discovered nationwide, from Vietnamese street food sizzling at roadside stalls to fine-dining restaurants.
Vinpearl Landmark 81, Autograph Collection, is Vietnam’s tallest building and a five-star hotel with breathtaking views.
The hotel elevates the country’s iconic street food and presents its spectacular settings above the city.
Vinpearl Landmark 81 rises 461 meters from the banks of the Saigon River, towering above the city.
Its crowning spire is often shrouded in clouds due to its remarkable height.
Guests can enjoy exclusive dining experiences inside this iconic skyscraper while enjoying breathtaking views.
Among these experiences is dining at the Oriental Pearl, a 66th-floor restaurant that offers exquisite Vietnamese and international cuisine.
Executive Chef Le Trung uses the world’s finest ingredients to reimagine iconic dishes, taking Vietnamese Street Food gastronomy to new heights.
The Cloud, a chic café and bar, offers a delightful culinary experience.
Guests can savor premium coffee, handcrafted chocolates, and organic wines in this charming establishment.
In these sky-high venues, a talented team of chefs, led by visionary Executive Chef Le Trung, presents a fresh perspective on Vietnamese street food.
They delve into the layers of culture and heritage to create something new.
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Elevating Vietnamese Street Food
Vinpearl Landmark 81 sources high-quality local, seasonal, and imported ingredients, blending the country’s time-honored culinary traditions with modern epicurean artistry.
As a result, they have crafted new versions of three national dishes from Vietnamese street food:
- Phở (Vietnamese noodle soup)
- Cơm sườn (pork with broken rice)
- Cà phê (traditional Vietnamese coffee)
Clockwise: The Cloud Coffee, Phở Chọc Trời (‘Landmark Pho’) and Cơm Sườn Saigon
Phở Chọc Trời (‘Landmark Pho’)
Phở Chọc Trời is a luxurious reinterpretation of Vietnam’s national dish, phở – renowned worldwide as one of the most famous noodle soups.
At Oriental Pearl, Executive Chef Le Trung uses premium wagyu beef, responsibly reared and imported from Australia’s lush grasslands, resulting in a mouthwatering experience.
The dish features handmade noodles in a broth crafted from succulent beef shin, rich oxtail, prime short ribs, and chicken carcasses, simmered gently for 48 hours.
Fresh, locally sourced Vietnamese herbs elevate the flavors to a whole new level, making this phở an unforgettable culinary delight!
You can see the breathtaking views of Ho Chi Minh City at Vinpearl Landmark 81, Autograph Collection.
The Cloud Coffee
Cloud Coffee pays homage to Vietnam’s rich coffee-making history, spanning over 150 years.
The elegant café, The Cloud, floating high in the sky, has created an enchanting blend.
This ethereal creation showcases a cloud of cotton candy that gently infuses its sweetness into the premium Lacàph coffee.
Sweetness drips from cotton candy into The Cloud Coffee.
The beans are sourced from organic farmers in Dak Lak, known as the “home of Vietnamese coffee” in the Central Highlands.
Surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows, sitting amidst the clouds, it offers the perfect accompaniment to single-origin chocolates, creating a truly magical and delightful experience.
Cơm Sườn Saigon
Cơm Sườn Saigon (pork cutlet with broken rice) has humble origins.
Farmers used leftover rice grains broken during milling to feed their families.
Over time, it became a staple in southern Vietnam.
At Oriental Pearl, diners experience an extraordinary version of this delectable dish:
A prime Iberico pork cutlet served with the world’s finest rice, ST25, harvested in the Mekong Delta, and a steamed egg pudding made using organic, free-range eggs.
Accompanied by unparalleled views from the 66th floor, it’s a dish customers return to try repeatedly!
Executive Chef Le Trung
Meet Executive Chef Le Trung, a culinary maestro with a lifelong dedication to the gastronomic arts.
His journey began in Melbourne, where his family owned a restaurant, immersing him in the food world from a young age.
With a wealth of experience working at prestigious five-star hotels and fine-dining establishments across the Asia Pacific, Chef Le Trung is a master of his craft.
Passionate about Vietnamese cuisine, he strives to uphold the essence of traditional dishes while infusing them with creativity and innovation.
For him, every menu item is an opportunity to create harmony and surprise in each bite.
By utilizing local, seasonal ingredients and sourcing premium elements from around the world, he elevates Vietnamese street food favorites to new and exciting heights.
Chef Le Trung’s vision goes beyond the flavors on the plate; he believes in providing diners an unforgettable experience.
By combining the authentic essence of Vietnam with breathtaking views of Ho Chi Minh City, Chef Le Trung aims to elevate every dining moment to new heights.
With his dedication to culinary perfection and commitment to sustainability principles, he continues to inspire and delight with his remarkable creations.
Executive Chef Le Trung is a culinary maestro dedicated to the gastronomic arts.
Whether planning a refreshing morning coffee, a light lunch, afternoon tea, or a memorable evening meal, Vinpearl Landmark 81 Autograph Collection sets the stage for one-of-a-kind epicurean experiences.
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Vinpearl Landmark 81, Autograph Collection
Address: 720A Đ. Điện Biên Phủ, Phường 22, Bình Thạnh, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam
Phone: +84 28 3971 8888
