Vietnam: French cuisine lingers
“WE recently returned from a trip to Vietnam, which still offers some excellent French restaurants. The most outstanding was Augustin Restaurant in downtown Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon), a half-block from the Sheraton. From the outside it is easy to miss. But the interior ambience is very pleasant, with rattan chairs and an elegant bar. A dinner for five with appetizers, main course and chocolate souffles, ordered on arrival, ran $50, including wine and gratuity.”
Most meals under $10.
Augustin Restaurant, 10 Nguyen Thiep St., District 1, Ho Chi Minh City; 011-84-8-829-2941.
KENN MORRIS
Los Angeles
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California: Like a fish out of water
“FRESHIES in South Lake Tahoe offers a diverse menu that includes exceptional seafood specials, many vegetarian options and even great ribs ($9.95). It’s casual and looks like someplace you’d find in a small Hawaiian town. Save room for the unbelievable desserts, especially the coconut cream pie.”
Meals from $3.25 (tacos).
Freshies, 3300 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe; (530) 542-3630.
ROZ SALZMAN
Los Angeles
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