Mediterranean brunch has taken over trendy eateries across the West. Renowned for its use of healthy yet flavourful ingredients, Mediterranean food makes use of vegetables, meat and dairy products with healthy fats like olive oil. While it has become very popular in the West, it can be harder to find in Saigon. Here’s a list of places to visit.
What is Mediterranean Brunch ?
Mediterranean cuisine is defined by its use of Naturally healthy ingredients. Staples include tomatoes, olives, feta cheese, eggs, dried and cured meats like sausages and hams, and fish. Mediterranean cuisine is based around it’s signature fat, olive oil. From Portugal to Lebanon, olive oil permeates every facet of Mediterranean food.
Olive oil is an unsaturated fat with many health benefits, including anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and anti-oxidant properties.
Brunch is commonly served on the weekends across the Mediterranean. Breakfast tends to be a more important meal than lunch, particularly during summer. A traditional Mediterranean brunch usually includes bread, vegetables, meats, fish, cheeses and sauces or spreads. Some classic dishes are shakshuka, feta cheese, hummus and pita.
WHere to Enjoy It in HCMC
A few restaurants in Saigon have started offering Mediterranean brunch. Here’s a list of the best places to visit.
Located right between the Independence Palace and the Notre-Dame Cathedral, Au Parc has been serving Mediterranean food since 2005. One of the oldest still operating Western restaurants in the city, Au Parc has developed a reputation as an institution for those looking for healthy Mediterranean food. With a wealth of vegetarian options, enjoy their renowned brunch with a view, served all weekend long from 10am to 4pm.
Another long standing Western food institution, L’Usine offers a modern take of French classics. With a number of locations all over the city, their signature all-day breakfast is available all day every day, from 8am to 9pm (depending on location).
A recent addition to the Saigonese Western Food scene, Café Marcel is located in District 2. Away from the hustle and bustle of downtown D1, it’s the perfect place to come to unwind and enjoy their all day breakfast.
