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Across continents and cuisines, women have risen to redefine what it means to cook, to lead, and to inspire. From Julia Child’s Parisian kitchens to Dominique Crenn’s poetic plates in San Francisco, these pioneers have turned gastronomy into an art of courage, resilience, and creativity writing a new chapter of culinary history.

Across Asia, drinking culture is in transformation. Craft beer and traditional wine are no longer fringe indulgences; they have become markers of taste, identity, and lifestyle. From Tokyo’s neighbourhood breweries to Vietnam’s rising natural wines, the movement blends innovation with heritage, shaping how Asia drinks today and tomorrow.

Dornbracht, a name synonymous with luxury and innovation in bathroom and spa fittings, continues to redefine wellness experiences with two groundbreaking products: Aquahalo and Serenity Sky. Both products embrace the company’s “Follow Your Bliss” philosophy, delivering moments of relaxation and rejuvenation while offering advanced technology and aesthetically striking designs.

Cuca’s take on the classic summer cocktail is refreshing and punchy. As the tropical fruit ice cubes melts, the flavour intensify and it transforms the cocktail, from sparkling red wine into a fruity punch.

This three-ingredient drink is so easy to put together. Here, Davide Boncimino, bar operations manager of Sugarhall, brings herbal and citrus nuances to a classic with the addition of two rums in equal portions.

Shelley Tai at Nutmeg & Clove puts a tropical spin on the Paloma, for an ideal hot weather thirst-quencher

Aromatic and fruity, this gochujang-spiked dessert has a piquant, Korean cuisine-inspired kick in addition to its galangal and apricot notes.

Trinkets and bijou usually sit pretty in trays, but these shallow receptacles can be statement pieces too. Mould your own beautiful – edible – vessels to present delicate morsels.

Spike your white chocolate dessert and temper its saccharinity with Cointreau Blood Orange, which possesses a graceful bitterness and subtle, summery flavours contributed by the mellower tangy sweetness of the fruit.

Every memorable journey begins with a place that inspires. Vietnam, with its rich cultural tapestry and breathtaking landscapes, has become a stage where hotels, resorts, and destinations transform travel into something deeper—an experience where culture, comfort, and innovation intertwine. From glittering city skylines to tranquil coastal retreats, the country’s finest establishments are shaping experiences that resonate long after guests depart.

At the Gourmet Vietnam Awards 2025, the Hotel & Hospitality Dining category honours destinations where cuisine and travel intertwine. From Saigon’s skyline rooftops to seaside tables on pristine shores, these restaurants and bars transform every stay into a memory — where each flavour tells a story of place, culture and artistry.

Following a tranquil transformation led by design studio FARM, Amara Sanctuary Sentosa unveils a renewed vision of rest and refinement. Nestled in Sentosa’s lush hillside, the resort celebrates heritage, nature, and soulful connection—setting a new benchmark in hospitality and hosting the closing cocktails of IMM Asia 2024 with TravMedia. 

As host of IMM Asia 2024, Resorts World Sentosa elevated Singapore’s status on the luxury travel map uniting global media, creators, and industry leaders in an immersive showcase of world-class hospitality, curated experience, and seamless connection. More than a venue, RWS proved itself a destination where stories and futures converge.