The world’s foodies are flocking to Vietnam - with its lush landscapes, turquoise seas and pure air, this captivating country has developed a unique style of cuisine that bursts with fresh flavours. Now, as a new generation of travellers embraces an eco-conscious and health-focused mindset, Vietnam has become a must-visit destination for lovers of fine gastronomy.
With its serene seafront setting, original ‘Eat Well’ philosophy and vibrant dining destinations, The Westin Resort & Spa Cam Ranh is the new natural five-star sanctuary at the forefront of the healthy eating trend in Vietnam.
Focusing on fresh, local and seasonal ingredients:
Vietnamese cuisine is famous for the freshness of its ingredients and delicate balance of tastes and textures. Many of the country’s most iconic ingredients, such as turmeric, chilli, garlic and lemongrass, are known to offer outstanding health benefits.
For travellers who want to step off the beaten track and discover the rich heritage of Vietnamese cuisine, Cam Ranh is emerging as a hot new destination to embark on an epicurean adventure. Blessed with rolling sand dunes, sweeping beaches, palm groves and lush paddy fields, this pristine region blooms with natural produce, including fruit, herbs, vegetables, coconuts and rice.
The pure seas teem with fresh seafood, including lobsters from Binh Ba Island, which are considered among the world’s finest. With traditional fishing communities that still use techniques passed down through the generations, Cam Ranh is a seafood lover’s paradise.
‘Eat Well’ at The Westin Cam Ranh Resort & Spa:
Just opened in June last year as the first resort of the hospitality’s global leader in well-being in Vietnam, The Westin Cam Ranh Resort & Spa is successfully positioning Cam Ranh as an essential stop on any health-conscious foodie’s adventure in the country.
This energising resort captures the spirit of Westin’s ‘Eat Well’ philosophy, with a focus on fresh, seasonal produce such as cage-free eggs and organic herbs and vegetables from Da Lat, as well as a commitment to responsible sourcing, which includes working with small-scale local farmers and fishing communities to ease pressure on over-harvested and endangered species, while also minimising transport emissions and waste.
Westin has teamed up with leading health experts, including nutritionists, doctors, Chefs and dietitians, to create original culinary concepts for every hotel and resort worldwide, including an all-day Kids’ Healthy Eating menu and wellness-focused in-room dining options.
The resort is home to four exceptional restaurants and bars, including The Verandah, a vibrant all-day dining destination which focuses on fresh, local and sustainable produce, and Hang Ten Beach Bar & Grill, which is nestled on the soft sands of Bai Dai Beach and presents healthy Vietnamese and international cuisine, including the local ‘catch of the day’.
Guests should not miss the signature Seafood Platter, a bountiful selection of ocean-fresh delights such as lobster, crab, shrimp, oysters and fish, all carefully chosen to ensure their consistency and quality, chargrilled to impart a signature smoky flavour, a beautiful sear on the outside and a juicy texture on the inside.
Chef Lam balances the ‘yin-yang’ of Vietnamese cuisine:
At The Westin Resort & Spa Cam Ranh, Executive Chef Lam respects the rich culinary traditions of Vietnamese cuisine, which are woven into the ancient ‘yin-yang’ wisdom of Vietnamese medicine. Certain herbs or spices are favoured at different times of year to balance the body’s energy levels with the changing seasons.
"I have a deep respect for the cultural heritage of Vietnam’s central coast and strive to craft dishes that highlight the region's unique ingredients and evoke a distinct sense of place and season. Vietnamese cuisine is all about achieving balance and harmony with nature. Dishes should not only be delicious, but also beneficial to the body and the Earth, helping every diner to achieve a deep sense of physical and spiritual well-being,” he says.
"In this way, Westin’s ‘Eat Well’ ethos aligns perfectly with Vietnamese cuisine and I am delighted to be able to showcase Cam Ranh’s natural flavours to our discerning guests and keen foodies with our unique wellness menus.”
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