One night only: Monday, October 26. Bar Sodalite is taking over Chupito for a French-Vietnamese dinner, and it’s one of the more interesting pop-ups on Vancouver’s calendar this week.
Tadia Rae and chef Billy Nguyen are joining forces for another one-night Bar Sodalite pop-up, with interesting wines, cocktails and a menu Billy has apparently been keeping in his back pocket.
Why French-Vietnamese works
French and Vietnamese cooking share a long, layered history, and it shows up in flavours many of us already love: crusty baguettes, fresh herbs, rich broths, bright and tangy contrasts. It’s a cuisine that’s comfortable with both technique and soul, which makes it a natural fit for a chef-led pop-up paired with a thoughtful drinks list.
The quick details
- When: Monday, October 26
- Where: Chupito, taken over by Bar Sodalite
- Who: Tadia Rae and chef Billy Nguyen
- What: French-Vietnamese dinner, wine and cocktails, plus a menu Billy has been keeping under wraps
Start time, pricing and how to reserve weren’t confirmed at the time of writing, so check Chupito and Bar Sodalite’s channels before you go.
Why we’re watching
Pop-ups give Vietnamese-Canadian chefs room to cook what they actually want to cook. A Monday-night one-off like this is exactly how a lot of Vancouver’s next favourite spots find their audience.
Fusion done well or fusion done loud, what’s your take? Tell us your favourite French-Vietnamese dish in the city.
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