Rothschild Estates Ambassador Chris Thompson’s Saigon City Guide

Where do you like to hangout in Saigon? Any secret hideaways?

My favourite hangout is in District 1. It has to be The Studio Saigon tucked away upstairs at 42 Ly Tu Trong. This is the home of Richie Fawcett who arrived in Saigon almost 10 years ago. He was one of the first international mixologists to really “raise the bar” here by helping to open exclusive outlets such as Sorae Sushi. Along the way he inspired a lot of young Vietnamese bartenders who are thriving on the scene today. With twin passions for history and art he has now forged a second career for himself as a highly regarded artist with an incredible body of work to share – think lots of drawings of Saigon’s streetscapes – which have met with critical acclaim. 

The Studio Saigon embodies Richie Fawcett’s passion and a tour of his studio may betray the presence of a “secret button” which reveals a hidden cocktail bar equipped with all the latest gadgets and the finest spirits in a stylish setting. It’s the coolest and most covert place to enjoy a cocktail from the man himself…spirits in a stylish setting. It’s the coolest and most covert place to enjoy a cocktail from the man himself…

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