SEBASTION SMITH, THE NEW SHERIFF ON 37 KY CON After a stint in quarantine, Sebastian Smith has emerged to take the role of General Manager with the award-winning hospitality outfit - Quince & Madam Kew – down at 37 Ky Con in HCMC’s District 1. Coming from a background in publishing with magazines such as Australian Sommelier Magazine and Oyster Magazine, Sebastian has also spent time in the beverage industry including Brand Ambassador for the iconic Italian beer Peroni. Having first visited Vietnam in 2018 for a short consultancy project he is delighted to be back and looking forward to enjoying the country’s famed hospitality and food. Sebastian’s guiding principle for hospitality is “they come for the food, they stay for the drinks and they return for the service,” and his first focus is repositioning their speakeasy bar, Madam Kew. Accompanying him is Fabien Marcault, their newly recruited Bar Manager who made his name by establishing cocktail joint Lola Saigon. 37bis Ky Con Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Tel: (+84) 28 3823 7188
TAKE A CHILL IN IBIZA Sol Kitchen & Pool Bar is a secret tropical oasis, tucked away between the busy streets of District 7. The spacious outdoor setting offers guests a combination of poolside relaxation, luxurious cabanas, a breezy bar and an open-plan kitchen restaurant, all nestled around glistening turquoise waters ready for you to dive in. As the sun sets, the evening begins at Sol. Rhythmic grooves and gentle lighting create an atmospheric Ibiza-style vibe, and the perfect environment to kick-back for an hour or two as the evening turns to night and the party begins. A constantly evolving tapas menu offers a choice of small and larger sharing platters, perfect for enjoying a nibble with friends, and a selection of sundowner cocktails, beers and mixed drinks are kept topped-up by a team of attentive and friendly staff. It’s no wonder this place is becoming a favourite for many. 514B Huynh Tan Phat, Binh Thuan, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City. Tel: (+84) 799 976 760
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