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Table of Contents The Refinery, a bistro nested in the middle of District 1 in Saigon, stands as a testament to Vietnam’s rich colonial heritage and the enduring love affair between ...

Tucked beneath the shades of a quiet courtyard in District 1, The Refinery isn’t merely a restaurant — it’s a scene that feels lifted from a Parisian postcard. But beyond ...

Tucked away in a quiet courtyard off bustling Hai Bà Trưng Street, over the last 2 decades,  The Refinery has been a portal to Paris for those connoisseurs in town. ...

There’s something magical about the crackle of vinyl, the deep grooves of a classic French house, disco, jazz-funk track, and the warmth of a perfectly aged wine. Now, Saigon’s beloved ...

In the labyrinthine heart of Saigon, where humid air clings to the vestiges of bygone eras, the former Opium Manufacture stands, a palimpsest etched upon the city’s soul. Its ochre ...

The colonial era of Vietnamese history shapes the nation to this day. Different parts of Vietnam were affected in different ways, but none more so famously than Ho Chi Minh ...

Four must-visit sites Saigon, now known as Ho Chi Minh City, is a vibrant metropolis steeped in history and culture. Here are four must-visit sites that offer a glimpse into ...

July 14th : The Bastille, Kings and Emperors. A history of France’s National Holiday. Every year at the peak of summer, on July 14th, people from all over France come ...

From Debussy* to Damso* : The evolution of the Fête de La Musique After the resounding success of the first official Fete de la Musique in 1982, the Ministry of ...

La Fête de la Musique (literally “Music Day”) was first thought of by American-French musician Joel Cohen. In 1976, he was working at France Musique, at the time France’s only ...