PASSION WEEK 2022 - The Long-Anticipated Return of World-Class Art & Dining Event in Saigon

Celebrate various forms of art with masters from all walks of life and luxuriate in an extravagant gastronomic experience curated by renowned Michelin-star Chefs, exclusively at Park Hyatt Saigon

Continuing to embody the profound philosophy of Park Hyatt brand - an epitome of the arts, architecture and design, local cultures, and world-class food and wine, Park Hyatt Saigon proudly brings back the most exceptional event of the year - Passion Week. Being part of the Park Hyatt Masters of Food & Wine, Passion Week is an enlarged edition that gathers internationally acclaimed masters and prestigious Michelin star Chefs to celebrate a week full of art, craftsmanship, luxury lifestyles and gastronomy. From November 16 to November 19, discerning attendees will be introduced to a series of sophisticated masterclasses and spectacular gala lunches and dinners.

The first Celebrity Chef in this year line-up is one-Michelin-star Chef Alan Taudon. Now the Executive Chef at L'Orangerie, Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris, Alan Taudon curates dishes with bold flavours complimented by distinctive aroma, bringing epicures a balanced and feminine culinary journey. Alongside, two-Michelin-star Chef Sven Erik from RE-NAA, Norway hopes to craft meaningful experiences by bringing the Norwegian taste to Saigon's opulent dining scene. The next prestigious Chef included in the guest list is three-Michelin-star Chef Paolo Casagrande from Lasarte Restaurant, Barcelona. Having been journeying through numerous restaurants in Italy seeking technique, discipline, and exploration of the culinary world, Paolo Casagrande mastered his skills in top culinary institutions before taking full responsibility for the entire gastronomic project of the grand luxurious Monument Hotel. The last admirable Chef joining this event is Chef Emmanuel Renaut, a long-standing pioneer in French cuisine and the founder of Flocons de Sel, the three-star Michelin gem in the grandiose Haute Savoie.

The art of curating nature lies not only in the world of culinary but also within blossoming flowers, at the floral design class with Alfie Lin, Director of Floral Design at CNFlower. Having been lauded as "Master of New Oriental Floral Design Aesthetics", Alfie Lin is the master behind all floral installations at Park Hyatt Saigon. He and his team integrate the aesthetic elegance of European floral design with the spiritual sense of Vietnamese culture to highlight all distinguished features of the iconic hotel. Art comes in form that can be appreciated the visual senses. The art of perfumery is brought to you with the creativity and understanding of Blaise Mautin, the master creating Park Hyatt Saigon's signature scent that helps connect emotionally and mindfully with guests both during and after their stays. Good memories are often accompanied by a good drink, in particular, by celebrity mixologist Giacomo Giannotti from the energetic city of Barcelona. Giacomo Giannotti will guide cocktail enthusiasts through some of the cocktail recipes that took his speakeasy bar, Paradiso, to the third place on The World's 50 Best Bars list in 2021 and first place in 2022. At the same time, wine connoisseurs will indulge in the finest selection of champagne personally chosen by Mr. Frédéric d'Avella and Mr. Thibaut d'Avella from Baron d'Avella Champagne House. Among the finer things in life, jewellery craftsmanship is also undoubtedly an art form in and of its kind. In the jewellery masterclass, Christie's jewellery specialist Mafalda Chenu will explain the artistry behind each jewel, derived from her vast experience in the consignment and sale of many important jewellery collections. Passion Week third edition will also welcome Ting Fan, Music Director of Saigon Philharmonic Orchestrea. At his master class, explore the language of sound and the way it has come to resonated with time itself.

Save the dates for November to be culturally engaged and artistically enriched in a renowned space full of stimulating and interactive events.