Known internationally as the fashion bible, Vogue is an undisputed market leader in lifestyle and cultural publishing. With a global print readership of over 23 million people and over 32 million unique online users per month, Vogue’s authority and leadership derives from its unique role as a cultural barometer.
The first VOGUE Café was launched in Moscow in 2003 and has been a favourite amongst the fashion crowd in the Russian capital since opening its doors. Additional Vogue Café’s opened in Kiev and then Dubai.
The highly anticipated VOGUE Lounge, the world’s first, opened in Bangkok in 2014 and has become THE destination for Bangkok’s hip High So’s. Designed by London’s world renowned David Collins Studio, the Vogue Lounge oozes exclusivity and elitism from wall to wall. It’s no wonder that movie stars and “A list” celebrities visit the Vogue on an almost daily basis. The classic tricolour scheme of black, white and gold emits an air of elegance that makes you question whether you’re dressed fashionably enough for a table.
Three Michelin starred chef Vincent Thierry is in the kitchen, creating modern French cuisine in bite-size, tapas style portions with an edge towards lighter, healthier ingredients. The trends and fashions of the season are carefully considered when designing the food and drinks menus.
Behind the bar the Vogue’s resident mixologist Hideyuki Saito creates his signature cocktails along with classic martinis and fine wines, all served in the Vogue’s own custom designed stemware. Funky, soulful house and nu-disco music keeps the sophisticated lounge vibe going until closing. The music goes up around 10 when their resident DJ takes over. Once a month the Vogue flies in a celebrity DJ to perform for an evening which has become a very popular event.
Our dining experience was memorably extraordinary and started with Green Asparagus from Pertuis France, stuffed Alaskan King Crab, white Asparagus and Panna Cotta, an Italian cooked crème. The presentation of the dish, as all of the dishes we tried, was as visually stunning as it was delicious. Next came Divied Scallop “a la plancha” from Hokkaido, Iberico Palenta and Piquillo Coulis which was artful in all senses. We also had the 48 hour cooked Wagyu Short Rib with textures of Beetroot and Teriyaki Pearls. Choosing a favorite of the 3 would be difficult but the 48 hour cooked Wagyu just melted in my mouth and would probably take top honors. For desert we had the Almond Parfait with Mascarpone Cream and Arabica Coffee Jelly. All the flavors of a tiramisu, again beautifully presented.
Although this was our first time eating at the Vogue it was our second time for cocktails. We started with Hideyuki’s signature “Ocean Lychee” which is made with Belvedere Vodka, Limoncello, house-made lychee juice, and fresh grapefruit with a salty martini Bianco spray. We had the Ocean Lychee last time we visited and it was even more delicious this time. We also tried their “Delicious Sour #2”, another cleverly crafted cocktail consisting of Berneroy Calvados VSOP, Martini Rosso, Almond Syrup, fresh lemon, egg white and cinnamon. A very unique joining of tastes that made me think of the holidays.
When visiting the Vogue you have the choice of sitting outside which is just as stylish, evoking the feeling of a swanky New York City rooftop bar. Subtle hidden outdoor air conditioners keep you cool through all seasons.
The Vogue Lounge Bangkok is housed in the top floor of the MahaNakhon CUBE, an upscale retail and restaurant hub in the heart of the Thai capital. The CUBE is part of the iconic MahaNakhon development, which will comprise the tallest building in Bangkok and the most significant complex of contemporary architecture in Thailand upon completion in 2015.
MahaNakhon CUBE, 6th Floor
96 Narathiwat Ratchanakharin Road
Silom, Bangrak,
Open daily 10:00 am – Late
+662-001-0697
www.voguelounge.com