THE REVERIE SAIGON CELEBRATES THE FESTIVE SEASON WITH CURATED CULINARY EXPERIENCES AND BESPOKE CELEBRATIONS

Ho Chi Minh City’s landmark luxury hotel marks the holidays with signature dining across newly opened Lys, the one-MICHELIN-starred Long Triều, and Café Cardinal, alongside gourmet takeaways, exclusive room packages and a vibrant countdown party.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, 12 November 2026 – The Reverie Saigon, a member of “The Leading Hotels of the World”, unveils its 2026 festive program, presenting a wide range of holiday offerings across its dining venues, spa, and accommodations. Reflecting Ho Chi Minh City’s growing reputation as a leading dining destination, this year’s festive offerings bring together diverse culinary experiences – from special menus at the newly opened Lys that blend French refinement with Vietnamese fresh produce and Italian warmth, to authentic Cantonese banquets at the one-MICHELIN-starred Long Triều and European-style festive brunches and dinners at Café Cardinal. Alongside exclusive room packages, gourmet treats and hampers, and wellness experiences, the hotel promises guests an unforgettable stay this holiday season.

Christmas Tree Lighting and Festive Hampers

Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony | 3 December 2026

On 3 December 2026, The Reverie Saigon officially unveils the festive season with “Chapters of Joy & Wonder.” Taking place at Café Cardinal, the Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony invites guests into a fairytale realm filled with enchanting carols, signature mulled wine, and radiant holiday magic. The enchantment flows seamlessly throughout the hotel – from a gleaming pumpkin carriage in the lobby to loyal nutcrackers standing guard.

Hamper Collection | November 2026 – February 2027

To celebrate the occasion, the hotel also introduces “The Curator Collection,” featuring two exquisitely crafted festive hamper sets designed as treasure cases that convey wishes for lasting good fortune.

Standard Hamper: From VND 1,588,000+ per box
Premium Hamper: From VND 3,288,000+ per box

Holiday Dining Across Signature Outlets

Lys

Newly opened this October, Lys combines precise French foundations, Italian expressiveness, and vibrant Vietnamese produce and herbs into an elevated dining journey. Celebrating the year-end season, Chef de Cuisine Fabiana Miccoli weaves festive classics using her distinctive culinary style into a series of special menus available exclusively during Christmas and New Year.

Christmas Set Menu | 24 & 25 December 2026

On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, enjoy a special eight-course dinner menu featuring Kien Giang Squid sourced from southwest Vietnam alongside zesty Muối ớt xanh (Vietnamese green chili sauce), White Truffle – a festive version of Lys’ signature Onion ravioli, and Lang Son Duck enhanced by a mix of local ngải cứu (mugwort) and the traditional French sauce au vin chaud (mulled wine sauce).

Price: VND 5,500,000++ per person (includes one complimentary glass of Champagne)

Festive Set Menu | 26 – 30 December 2026

Full of holiday spirit, the six-course and eight-course Festive Set Menus feature both season-inspired dishes and Lys signatures. Savor exclusive dishes such as Cam Ranh Lobster from the six-course menu; and seared Hokkaido Scallop with coriander Beurre Blanc, and a Mulberry dessert pairing Dừa nước (lipa balm fruit) and a refreshing coconut sorbet from the longer menu.

Six-course menu: VND 3,800,000++ per person
Eight-course menu: VND 5,500,000++ per person

New Year Set Menu | 31 December 2026 & 1 January 2027

Countdown to 2027 over feast with the eight-course tasting menu, bringing together Lys signatures such as Kampachi and brand-new courses including Madara Cod accompanied by premium Ossetra caviar and Ylang Ylang Champagne sauce, Wagyu Rossini pithivier with black truffles and lá lốt, and a dreamy Truffle Cloud dessert elevated by roasted hazelnut, cajun praline and vanilla.

Price: VND 7,000,000++ per person (includes one complimentary glass of Champagne)

Long Triều

Known for its Cantonese culinary mastery, the one-MICHELIN-starred Long Triều offers a specially curated eight-course holiday banquet for family reunions and group gatherings.

Festive Set Menu (24, 25, 31 December 2026 & 1 January 2027 | Lunch & Dinner)

Menu highlights include Cantonese classics such as Honey-glazed Barbecue Pork, Double-boiled Fish Maw with sea conch, black garlic and Chinese herbs, as well as items with a playful twist such as an Avocado Smoothie with Bird’s nest.

Price: VND 3,188,000++ per person

Café Cardinal

Café Cardinal celebrates the holidays with an exciting lineup of exclusive menus and traditional festive treats throughout November and December.

Festive Afternoon Tea (18 November 2026 – 03 January 2027 | 2-5pm)

A seasonal afternoon tea set featuring savory items such as rich Foie Gras Pie paired with red wine-poached Korean pear and walnut, and Vol-Au-Vent with Turkey Rillette, orange zest and bacon. Sweets include Tonka Pear Festive Entremets, Earl Grey & Fig sponge cake, and freshly baked traditional and cranberry scones.

Weekday set: VND 788,000++ per person
Weekend set: VND 888,000++ per person (includes an expanded canapes buffet counter)

Festive Month Dinner Set (23 November – 23 December 2026 | 6-10pm)

A four-course dinner menu designed for festive celebrations, with highlights including Hue Lobster Dumpling in fish consommé, handmade Pici Maremmani Alla Marinara with seafood in a tomato chili bisque, Wagyu oyster Blade marinated in a traditional Vietnamese Cham Cheo. The meal finishes with a burnt Basque Cheesecake served with red pepper and berries sauce.

Price: VND 1,588,000++ per person

Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Dinners (24 & 25 December 2026 | 6-10pm)

Enjoy a six-course menu that showcases seasonal winter ingredients, featuring charcoal-grilled Hokkaido Scallop with braised baby leeks, French Crozet pasta with caramelized onion, lardons and Reblochon cheese, and a 14-day dry-aged Duck breast with sobrassada, barley porridge and wild morels.

Price: VND 2,888,000++ per person (optional wine pairing at VND 1,388,000++ per person)

Christmas Day Grand Brunch (25 December 2026 | 12-3pm)

Tuck in for Christmas with a lavish holiday feast featuring a standalone French caviar counter, live-roasted Beef Wellington and salmon, and hand-carved Joselito 100% Iberico Ham. Each guest also receives tableside servings of miso-glazed black cod and Nha Trang lobster.

Price: VND 1,988,000++ per person (additional VND 628,000++ or above per person for free-flow House wine, Prosecco, or Champagne). Children aged 7-11 years old enjoy a 50% discount; complimentary for children aged below 7.

New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner (31 December 2026 | 6pm – late)

Wrap up the year and step into the new year with a six-course feast, featuring premium Canadian Lobster, Toothfish with squid ink Acquerello risotto and Kaviari caviar, and Kagoshima A5 Wagyu tenderloin, alongside a full dessert and cheese display.

From 10pm onwards, enjoy a live DJ performance at the hotel poolside while securing a prime spot for the New Year fireworks welcoming 2027.

Price: VND 3,888,000++ per person (optional wine pairing at 1,388,000++ per person)

Festive Takeaway Menu (16 November 2026 – 1 January 2027)

Throughout the season, Café Cardinal also offers a special takeaway set designed for group gatherings and celebrations at home. Gather with your loved ones and enjoy the best time of the year together with the festive takeaway menu, with the option of Roast Turkey or Australian Rib Eye.

Price: VND 4,288,000++ for Roasted Turkey; VND 6,588,000++ for Australian Rib Eye (serves up to 8 people)

Complete the home celebration with sweet treats from The Reverie Boutique, which presents a series of festive cakes and pastries ranging from gingerbread houses to classic panettones, as well as custom luxury festive hampers to gift your loved ones.

Available from 23 November 2026 to 4 January 2027.

The Long Bar

Connecting Dong Khoi Street with Nguyen Hue Walking Street, The Long Bar is a relaxed, open-air spot right in the centre of downtown festivities.

New Year’s Eve Fireworks Countdown Party (31 December 2026)

Ring in 2027 with front-row views of the midnight fireworks, live entertainment and a curated food and beverage combo while soaking in the atmosphere of Nguyen Hue Boulevard. Guests may also enjoy seasonal cocktails from the festive cocktail collection, exclusively available throughout December.

Price: VND 1,888,000 net per person

Exclusive Stay and Wellness Packages

“Essence of Pure Serenity”

Reconnect and restore at The Spa, where serene surroundings and intuitive therapies soothe the senses and renew vital energy. From now until 18 December, enjoy complimentary spa experiences upon selected treatments with the “Essence of Pure Serenity” package, where guests will receive a complimentary 20-minute foot massage and mini facial with any facial treatment and massage treatment by ILA respectively. For any spa treatments priced from VND 3,500,000++, guests will be gifted a complimentary skin-nourishing scented candle, extending the restorative, calming experience to the comfort of their homes as well.

For more information or reservation, please call +84 (0) 28 3823 6688 or email to spa@thereveriesaigon.com.

“Wellness Bliss”

For the ultimate holiday getaway in Ho Chi Minh City, explore the all-in-one “Wellness Bliss” package, including a luxury stay, dining perks, and spa treatments, available from now until 20 December 2026. The limited-time package includes:

• Buffet breakfast at Café Cardinal during the stay
• Complimentary 90-minute signature treatment at The Spa with options including Classic Vietnamese, Reverie Fusion, and Aromatherapy
• Complimentary early check-in from 12pm and late check-out at 2pm (subject to availability)
• Complimentary in-room minibar with daily refill
• Exclusive access to the Executive Lounge for suite booking
• 10% off across all dining outlets under the hotel

Reservations can be made by phone at +84 (0) 28 3823 6688 or email at reservations@thereveriesaigon.com.

For more information, please visit https://www.thereveriesaigon.com/special-offers/festive-season-2026-chapters-of-joy-wonder/.

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About The Reverie Saigon
Located between Nguyen Hue Boulevard and Dong Khoi Street in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, The Reverie Saigon, a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, is a 39-storey luxury hotel with 62 suites, 224 rooms and 89 serviced apartments, known for its distinctive architecture and interiors. Dining options include Long Trieu, a one-Michelin-star Cantonese restaurant; Lys, serving contemporary French cuisine with Vietnamese influences and an Italian twist; The Long @ Times Square, offering international cuisine and crafted cocktails in an open-air setting; and Café Cardinal, an all-day dining venue with a European ambience.

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