NHAAN Resort & Spa Hoi An, part of Hilton's Tapestry Collection, has introduced Plait, a signature riverside restaurant along the Cổ Cò River. The venue is designed to showcase Central Vietnamese cuisine through fresh seafood and seasonal local produce, with a focus on interactive dining.
Plait's kitchen is built around a Josper charcoal grill, a cooking method that imparts a distinctive smoky flavor. Seafood is sourced daily from Duy Hai Fish Market, ensuring that regional ingredients arrive at the table at peak freshness.
A culinary tribute to Hoi An
Executive Chef Dương Danh Linh, a native of Central Vietnam, leads the culinary team. His approach emphasizes local ingredients and traditional techniques, aiming to reflect the region's gastronomic heritage. The menu features signature dishes such as Tân Thành squid seared on volcanic stone and Ninh Hòa Babylon snails flambéed tableside. Diners can also select from raw, chilled, or chargrilled seafood, including Quảng Nam tiger prawns and Bình Ba lobster.
Beyond the restaurant, Plait offers hands-on cooking classes. Participants begin with a guided visit to a local market, where they choose fresh ingredients before preparing their own dishes under the chef's guidance. This interactive element is intended to deepen guests' understanding of Central Vietnamese cuisine.
A curated cocktail menu, inspired by the region's natural beauty, complements the dining experience.
General Manager Sridhar Thota said: “Plait brings Central Vietnamese cuisine to life with an interactive approach to gastronomy.”
Plait is one of four dining concepts at the resort, joining Keng, Bong Lounge, and Nipa Pool Bar. The new venue is expected to appeal to both hotel guests and external diners seeking an authentic local experience.
The opening aligns with a broader trend of resorts enhancing their culinary offerings to attract travelers. Similar moves have been seen across the region, such as Hua Hin Marriott's November dining lineup and S Hotels & Resorts' festive offers. For travel professionals, Plait adds a distinctive dining option to Hoi An's hospitality landscape, potentially boosting the resort's appeal for culinary-minded travelers.
