Gaggan and Retail Therapy

Our first stop was the retail space with exclusive LV products that could not be found anywhere else. There was one particular crochet keep-all bag that caught my eye. Afterwards, we went to Gaggan for lunch with this generation’s superstar Anne Curtis, Patrick Galang (Mega’s creative director), and Jeanger Navarro (LV Philippines PR and communications manager) and tried their degustation menu. According to LV, “Gaggan has curated a ‘food journey’ offered across both lunch and dinner for the Maison’s first restaurant in South East Asia, “Gaggan at Louis Vuitton.”

Although I am not usually a fan of degustations, I found every dish to be close to perfection. There was one delicious dish we had to lick the plate clean, and that was our reaction to every dish. It was an unforgettable culinary adventure, and we all agreed that Gaggan is the restaurant everyone needs to visit.

LV Exhibit

After lunch, we went to see Louis Vuitton’s latest exhibition, Visionary Journeys. The exhibition showcased the Maison’s unique heritage in an unprecedented way. Shohei Shigematsu developed the scenographic experience. The exhibition is divided into five thematic rooms that reimagine historical and contemporary pieces, immersing visitors in the brand’s dedication to innovation, travel, and creation.

From Iconic Bags (Alma, Keepall, Speedy, Noé and the Petite Malle) and celebrating its
past and present artistic directors, Marc Jacobs, Kim Jones, Nicolas Ghesquière, Virgil
Abloh and Pharrell Williams, to renowned artists like Stephen Sprouse, Takashi Murakami or Yayoi Kusama the exhibition aims to celebrate the history and collective contribution of these visionary designers. A surprise awaits visitors in the last themed room. I won’t spoil what it is, but it’s a great parting ‘gift’.

Coffee or Tea

On the ground floor, you’ll find Le Café Louis Vuitton. Their pastry selection is very tempting and includes a variety of desserts such as tarts, ice cream, and chocolates—each adorned with a Louis Vuitton icon. Although we were already full after our meal, we couldn’t resist getting some LV cookies to take home as love gifts for our family and friends.

LV The Place Bangkok is a one-stop cultural experience. Although we hope that the Philippines will have something similar soon, it is a must-visit destination for anyone travelling to Bangkok.

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