A Perfect Tasting Journey With Top Chef
The perfect tasting menu that was created by Top Chef chefs showcased their ability to venture beyond their comfort zone while maintaining a personal touch. Vietnam's abundant selection of ingredients and agricultural products was skillfully honored through the application of modern techniques by these talented chefs, resulting in impressive and unique culinary experiences for diners.
A Night of Storytelling on a Plate

On July 25, 2025, Chef Kiên Phan unveiled Tales & Tastes, Sóno’s latest tasting menu — a soulful reimagining of Vietnamese folklore through food. Blending poetic storytelling with exquisite craftsmanship, each course evoked memory, myth, and emotion. It was a night where flavours spoke, and every bite stirred not just the senses, but the heart.

Voices of Authority, Flavours of Excellence
Global judges shaping Vietnam’s culinary future
The Gourmet Vietnam Awards 2025 celebrates the nation’s finest chefs, restaurants, and hospitality leaders. Guided by a distinguished advisory board of international hoteliers, sommeliers, entrepreneurs, and tastemakers, the awards ensure credibility and vision. These judges bring unmatched expertise, guaranteeing winners truly embody excellence, creativity, and authenticity in Vietnam’s gastronomy.