Simmer Series

A bi-weekly delivery of soups, congees, and braises rooted in Vietnamese home cooking traditions. Made in small batches using local, organic, and medicinal ingredients.

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How It Works

  • Each delivery includes 6 rotating soups, congees, braises, and seasonal sides packaged in 32 oz containers. Together, they’re designed to provide roughly 15 meals throughout the week, whether you’re eating them slowly over a few days or stocking your freezer for later.

  • The Simmer Series is delivered every other week throughout the season. Summer deliveries run from July 1-September 9, with each menu reflecting the ingredients of that particular moment in the season.

  • Menus shift with the season and are guided by what’s growing locally and the kinds of dishes traditionally cooked at home throughout the year. No two deliveries are exactly the same, though there are often recurring staples and favorite dishes that return in new forms.

  • Subscribers can skip any delivery they like. We simply ask for at least 7 days' notice so we can adjust production accordingly. Additional emergency cancellations may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

The Summer Simmer Series

Warmer months often mean we naturally lose fluids through sweat and increased activity. The foods that support us during this time are lighter, more hydrating, and seasonal.

Expect cooling broths, vegetable-forward soups, herbaceous braises, and nourishing congees that replenish energy and support digestion while helping the body stay balanced through the heat.

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Sample Menus

Turmeric Chicken Congee with garlic shallot oil

Scallop Ginger Congee with shiitake & jujubes

Mountain Yam, Ground Pork & Dried Shrimp Soup

Lemongrass Beef Broth with daikon & carrots

Tomato-Braised Tofu with trumpet mushrooms & bamboo

Turmeric-Braised Chicken & Sweet Potatoes

Roasted Rice Mushroom Congee with frizzled leeks

Seaweed Cod Congee

Milky Trout Soup with pickled mustard greens and cherry tomatoes

Pork & Nettle Dumpling Soup in bone broth

Lemongrass Lamb Stew (a la Bò Kho)

Ginger Braised Chicken, Mushrooms & Goji Berries

Lemongrass Beef Congee with spinach

Sweet Potato Congee with candied anchovies and peanuts

Mushroom Vegetable Curry

Pork Meatball Soup with wood ear & glass noodles

Braised White Pepper Chicken with cordyceps, and fermented black beans

Braised Pork Belly with bamboo and mustard greens

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes. Subscribers may skip one delivery per season with at least 7 days' notice. Rather than forfeiting the delivery, you'll receive a credit for its value that can be applied toward a future Bé Bếp offering. Credits will be issued via email and can be used for future Simmer Series seasons.

    If an unexpected situation arises, additional cancellations may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

  • At this time, menus are offered as designed and we are not able to accommodate individual dietary restrictions or preferences.

  • The Simmer Series is currently available throughout Brooklyn and Lower Manhattan. If you're located just outside of those areas and interested in joining, feel free to reach out—we may be able to accommodate certain locations on a case-by-case basis.

  • Yes. A one-week trial makes a wonderful gift for a new parent, a friend going through a busy season, or anyone who could use a little extra nourishment.

  • Most dishes will keep for up to 7 days in the refrigerator. Meals containing seafood are best enjoyed within 4 days of delivery. Everything freezes well, so if you don't plan to eat something right away, we recommend placing it in the freezer for later.

  • No, the Simmer Series includes 6 bi-weekly deliveries per season. Your subscription will automatically conclude after the final delivery, and you will not be enrolled in future seasons unless you choose to sign up again.