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Though they’ve been around for four millennia, Greek wines are somewhat overlooked today. Let 88 Lounge’s Greek Wine Tasting event help you rediscover the hidden gems in the world of wines. On June 8th, come and have a taste of 5 delicious Greek wines accompanied by savory BBQ and signature Greek dishes. Wine selection Alpha Estate Malagouzia (White) Alpha Estate Sauvignon Blanc (White) Alpha Estate Rosé (Rosé) Alpha Estate Axia Syrah Xinomavro (Red) Alpha Estate Red SMX Date: Sat, June 8th, 2019 Time: 6 pm - 9 pm Address: 88 Xuan Dieu, Tay Ho, Hanoi Price: 800K / ticket Limited seats available. RSVP and reserve your seat(s) by calling: 024 3718 0344 or 094 626 0880

Alsace must be one of the most blessed vineyard in France, being surprisingly dry and pampered with multitudes of combined soil types. Such ideal setting allows the Hugel family to create wines with great finesse of aroma and unrivaled intensity. On May 24th, have lunch and share theses wonders together at the 88 Lounge's Hugel Masterclass Event. Try experimenting the wines with 88 Lounge's special lunch menu. Long table dining brings everyone to have a good time together. We will also have the pleasure to welcome Mr. Marc Andre Hugel - the Hugels' 13th generation winemaker - to share about the family’s secret and winemaking principles. Wine selection: Gentil Hugel Pinot Noir Classic Hugel Riesling Classic Hugel Gewurztraminer Classic Hugel Date: Fri, May 24th, 2019 Time: From 12 noon Address: 88 Xuan Dieu, Tay Ho, Hanoi Price: 700K / ticket Limited seats available. RSVP and reserve your seat(s) by calling: 024 3718 0344 or 094 626 0880 Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/614967802311537/

Pho Bac (northern pho): K'tu, An Bang Beach 07:00-12:00. 35-55,000d Central Vietnam has never really been the place to indulge in a good beef noodle soup. Due to the hot climate and lack of available of ingredients the central version of this northern soup (pho nam) is a very different beast - liberal servings of Hoi Sin and fish sauce replace the warming northern spices and because of this the bone stock produced lacks the layers of flavour. To make up for this elaborate garnishes of cilantro, mint, young papaya, bean sprouts and even mango are piled on top (something you would never find in Pho Bac). Previously, we would have recommend you save feeding your pho fetish for the northern provinces; then K'tu opened.. Banh Zeo (country pancakes): Hai Son Banh Zeo, 147 Ly Thai To, Hoi An 13-21:00hrs Hoi An's banh zeo darling, the Ba Le Well restaurant is always a winner, central market is a close runner up. However, the banh zeo served at Hai Son is far more delicious (the family are famous for their homemade pickles). Even better are the small pop-up front of house restos you'll peddle past while exploring the organic farm plots in the rice fields of Tra Que (when in season these families add fresh mushrooms to the batter, something different that works really well). Cao Lau: Lien Cao Lau, 16 Thai Phien St, Hoi An. 13-18:00hrs Cao lau may be available all-year round but it's a winter dish. Those fat chewy noodles, warming gravy and five spice pork aren't easy on the digestion in the tropical summer months. Cao lau/high floor - it's flooding downstairs. Bo Ne Op La (sizzling beef steak, eggs, tomato): Tran Hung Dao end of Tran Cao Van St. 07:00-09:30hrs