Da Vittorio brings the essence of Italian cuisine to Vietnam.

This summer, a memorable and outstanding culinary event will take place in Ho Chi Minh City as The Reverie Saigon, the most luxurious hotel and the only member in Vietnam of the World's Leading Hotels Organization, officially opens Da Vittorio Saigon restaurant, part of the renowned Italian restaurant chain - Da Vittorio - which holds 8 Michelin stars worldwide.

'Da Vittorio' is a living legend about a family that built a globally renowned brand in the culinary and hospitality industry: the Cerea family. For over 50 years, a distinctive and unique culinary style has been maintained and developed to reach the world stage thanks to the insightful vision of its founders, Vittorio Cerea and his wife Bruna Cerea, and the innovations in their culinary heritage, expressed through a blend of tradition and modern techniques by their sons.

Today, 'Da Vittorio' is run by Bruna Cerea and her five children. More than just a respected and loving mother and grandmother, Bruna Cerea is a woman full of passion for her work, curious about the world, and always ready to accept new challenges. With a keen yet discreet eye, she oversees the work in the kitchen, restaurant, and bakery alongside her children and grandchildren.

Bruna and Vittorio's two sons – Enrico Cerea (Chicco) and his younger brother Roberto (Bobo) – are renowned chefs. Enrico has developed his own signature style, combining Vittorio's recipes with the finesse and technique honed over the years. Roberto, on the other hand, has a particular passion for 'original dishes,' which drives him to create captivating flavors inspired by traditional Mediterranean cuisine. Meanwhile, Francesco handles banquets, staffing, and communications. And their daughter Rossella coordinates operations to create a smooth and harmonious flow between the kitchen and restaurant staff.

'Da Vittorio' is a family-owned brand with renowned restaurants around the world, proudly showcasing the art of Italian culinary heritage with love, passion, and dedication. Beginning with the 'Da Vittorio' restaurant in the heart of Bergamo, Italy, in 1966, their impressive achievements have been recognized over time, with their first Michelin star awarded in 1978, their second in 1996, and their third in 2010, along with many other prestigious awards.

In 2012, 'Da Vittorio' marked a new milestone with the opening of its first restaurant outside of Italy: 'Da Vittorio St. Moritz' at the Carlton Hotel in St. Moritz (Switzerland), which holds two Michelin stars. In 2019, 'Da Vittorio' expanded into Asia with the opening of 'Da Vittorio Shanghai' in Shanghai, China. That same year, the restaurant earned its first Michelin star, and impressively, the following year, 2020, it achieved its second Michelin star.

The culinary world of 'Da Vittorio' is expanding with numerous restaurant projects underway, including Da Vittorio Macao, Locanda Cavour (Italy), and 'New Wave by Da Vittorio' – a unique restaurant located inside the UCCA Museum of Contemporary Art in Shanghai.

As the first restaurant of its kind in Vietnam, Da Vittorio Saigon will continue the legendary story of 'Da Vittorio'. Located within the prestigious Times Square building in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Da Vittorio Saigon is Vietnam's most prestigious Italian restaurant, boasting a luxurious ambiance, excellent service, and a unique culinary style – leading guests on an impressive gastronomic journey from the vibrant city on the Saigon River to the charming hillside home of a traditional Italian family in Lombardy, Italy.

Address: Basement 1 & 1st Floor | Times Square Building. Entrance via The Long @ Times Square restaurant, 23-36 Nguyen Hue and 57-69 Dong Khoi, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.

Opening hours: 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm (closed every Sunday)

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