The Art of Pairing
Celebrating Vietnam’s Finest Sommeliers
In the delicate dance between wine and cuisine, sommeliers are the unseen maestros who turn moments into memories. The Gourmet Vietnam Awards 2025 honours nine visionaries whose passion and precision are shaping a new chapter in Vietnam’s fine dining and wine culture.
Le Méridien Saigon Captures the Spirit of Saigon’s 12 Districts

Nestled in the heart of the city with panoramic views of the Ba Son Bridge, Le Méridien Saigon stands as an urban landmark where creativity and culture meet premium hospitality. Overlooking the scenic Saigon River, the hotel offers unrivalled convenience for business and leisure travelers alike, with easy access to the city’s key attractions and event venues.

The AP House
Time Beyond Measure

Marking its 150th anniversary, Audemars Piguet unveils a breathtaking new wing at AP House K11 Musea in Hong Kong. Overlooking Victoria Harbour, the serene retreat blends Swiss craftsmanship with Chinese cultural heritage, redefining luxury hospitality through intimate design, horological artistry, and a unique sense of community. 

Grand Opera Tower
Saigon’s New Stage of Luxury

Unveiled as a “hotel within a hotel,” Grand Opera Tower redefines Saigon’s luxury landscape with poetic elegance and cultural depth. Inspired by the Opera House and shaped by Vietnam’s artistic soul, this reimagined sanctuary blends craftsmanship, serenity and contemporary sophistication into one of the city’s most exclusive new addresses.

Elegant Hotel Collection
Silver Sponsor of the Gourmet Vietnam Awards 2025

In a world where hospitality is increasingly defined by individuality, storytelling, and the art of creating meaningful experiences, Elegant Hotel Collection stands as a champion of independent luxury. As the Silver Sponsor of the Gourmet Vietnam Awards 2025, Elegant brings its refined vision and global expertise to a celebration that honours excellence, creativity, and innovation across Vietnam’s vibrant culinary and hospitality landscape.

The Reverie Boutique
An Elegant Rendezvous & Curated Gifts
As part of the refined world of The Reverie Saigon, The Reverie Boutique has unveiled a new look, reimagined as a premier destination for luxury lifestyle experiences. Located on the first and second floors of the iconic Times Square building, the boutique is a curated haven for exquisite gifts, signature The Reverie Saigon mementos, and sophisticated artisanal products handcrafted by Vietnamese makers. At the same time, The Reverie Boutique serves as an elegant meeting point in the heart of Saigon, perfect for indulging in gourmet pastries, premium beverages, and light bites.
Regent Phu Quoc
A New Chapter of Cultural Luxury
Regent Phu Quoc begins 2026 with a renewed sense of purpose, shaped by the return of a familiar leader and a calendar of experiences that place culture, emotion and connection at the heart of luxury hospitality. From the homecoming of General Manager Juan Losada to a vibrant Lunar New Year celebration, an immersive Trúc Chỉ art exhibition, and a thoughtfully curated Valentine’s journey, the resort continues to redefine what refined island living can mean in Vietnam.
Mario Mendis
The Long Game of Hospitality
As General Manager of Fusion Resort & Villas Da Nang, Mario Mendis approaches hospitality as a long game shaped by people, purpose, and place. With a career spanning operations, advocacy, and mentorship, his leadership reflects a belief that true luxury lies not in excess, but in intention. In this conversation, he shares reflections on responsibility, wellness as a way of thinking, and the evolving role of hospitality in shaping communities as much as destinations.
Le Meurice 2026
A New Era of Parisian Hospitality

For 2026, Le Meurice opens a new chapter that moves gracefully between cellar, kitchen, salon, and spa. Winemaker dinners, a refreshed lunch menu, Cédric Grolet’s reimagined afternoon tea, and Valmont’s new hydration ritual reveal a palace hotel refining its legacy through experiences that feel distinctly modern, sensorial, and Parisian today.

The Reimagined Maison Ruinart
Few names in Champagne carry the quiet gravitas of Maison Ruinart. Founded in 1729 as the world’s first commercial champagne house, Ruinart has long embodied a lineage where artistry meets oenological mastery. Yet in a bold gesture toward the future, the maison has unveiled a contemporary architectural statement that reframes its storied past through a lens of innovation, sustainability, and experiential immersion. This is not simply a renovation. It is a reawakening.