Far from the Mekong: (clockwise from , left) Steaming is a good way to cook a light fish like basa; steamed basa flavoured with sesame and mustard, soy and galangal, and chilli and turmeric. Let me ...

Another night out on the town: cognac and conversation. There's a pause when the main course is set down with a flourish. Lemon garlic marinated grilled Vietnamese Basa on a bed of pea puree, ...