Tag - Epicure Vietnam

A sensory Kapampangan feast in the forest, Japanese dishes with Filipino ingredients and flair, and a bold Mexican-Filipino homecoming. Where the past decade was marked by a push of the Philippines into the global culinary limelight, now is where it moves into regional layers and diasporic influences. In Manila, this movement is spearheaded by people who bring their personal stories of living abroad and rarely seen regional recipes to the table, wrapped in warm hospitality and creativity. We check out the forces that are shaping the capital’s culinary landscape in distinctly moving ways.

The Rising Collective <br> Vietnam’s Highly Recommended Culinary & Hospitality Stars

The Rising Collective
Vietnam’s Highly Recommended Culinary & Hospitality Stars

The Highly Recommended distinction of the Gourmet Vietnam Awards 2025 celebrates more than excellence it honours the voices, visions, and values shaping Vietnam’s evolving gastronomic identity. From spirited bistros to world-class resorts, this distinguished collection reflects creativity, resilience, and the nation’s growing confidence on the global stage.

When Local Cuisine Becomes the Common Language

As the F&B and hospitality industry increasingly shifts toward prioritizing local and seasonal ingredients, local cuisine is becoming a new standard rather than a passing trend. This transformation not only reshapes menu development but also requires a restructuring of supply chains and operational models across the industry. As culinary narratives become more deeply tied to local identity and sustainability, industry connection platforms endorsed by the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Industry and Trade, such as Food & Hospitality Vietnam 2026, underscore the sector’s need for shared solutions and meaningful dialogue during this period of transition.