Vietnamese cuisine takes center stage at City of Dreams Manila’s South East Asian restaurant, Red Ginger, as it brings in Nguyen Van Tú of Don’s Bistro in Vietnam, ranked in Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2013 by San Pellegrino. Chef Nguyen is also the star of the internationally-acclaimed cooking show franchise, “Iron Chef” in Vietnam and Thailand.
On November 18 to 27, Chef Nguyen, executive chef of the award-winning Don’s Bistro in Hanoi, will be preparing dishes served at his acclaimed restaurant. One of Vietnam’s renowned culinary masters with over two decades of experience in creating both fine cuisine and comfort food alike, Chef Nguyen’s repertoire of dishes ranges from Vietnamese and Asian to French, Italian, and American specialties. He is currently the Chairman of Hanoi Chefs Association
At Red Ginger, Vietnamese food lovers will revel in Don Bistro specialties, which include: Chef Tu’s Assorted Wraps and Rolls such as Fresh Rice Paper Roll with BBQ Pork, Duck Confit, Mushroom, Banh Xeo; Pho Wrap with Sliced Angus Beef; Pho Wrap with Sliced Angus Beef; Mustard Leave Roll with Pork, Shrimp and Hue Sauce; and Shrimp and Cabbage Roll with Peanut Sauce; Signature dishes Bun Bo Nam Bo (sticky rice noodles, Angus beef fillet, garlic, pickle, peanut, fried shallots, and gastrique); Chef Tu’s Bahn Mi (Vietnamese baguette, crispy pork belly, pate, cucumber, coriander, and chili sauce); and Pho Bo (beef in Hanoi beef broth, rice noodles, and fresh herbs); as well as sweet treats Iced Hanoi Style Fruit with sweet coconut milk; Bahn Troi (stuffed sticky rice balls); and Passion Fruit Crème Brulee. The regular a la carte menu will also be available during the promotion.
Considered as one of the healthiest cuisines, Vietnamese food incorporates fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices with minimal use of dairy and oil to cook, season, and highlight a wide range of dishes. Chiefly comprised of seafood courses, cooking techniques are often done with the use of water or broth and rely less on frying and milk or cream-based sauces.
Vietnam grows a diverse variety of fruits and vegetables supported by a predominantly tropical climate all year round. Fresh herbs, garlic, and shallots are generously used to create vibrantly-colored and flavorful dishes, usually complementing fish and other varieties of seafood.
For restaurant reservations guests may call 8008080 or e-mail guestservices@cod-manila.com
