highlights

Shared Flame<br> Stories Written in Firelight

Gourmet Traveller

Shared Flame
Stories Written in Firelight
Sunset in Phu Quoc never rushes. It lingers, spilling honeyed light across the sea before surrendering slowly to the indigo. And in that suspended moment between day and night, something else begins to glow. At InterContinental Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort, a flame is lit and they call it Shared Flame.
Sushi Rei<br>Ten Years at the Counter

Dining

Sushi Rei
Ten Years at the Counter

For a decade, Sushi Rei has pursued Edomae sushi with unwavering discipline. From meticulously sourced Japanese seafood to the measured rhythm of an eight-seat counter, each omakase unfolds as a dialogue between chef, ingredient, and guest an experience shaped by patience, purity, and respect for tradition.

Mad Wine Bar & Eatery <br> Where Wine Speaks Softly

Dining

Mad Wine Bar & Eatery
Where Wine Speaks Softly
In Thảo Điền, MAD Wine Bar & Eatery has earned its following through sincerity and discernment. Built on a serious love of wine and an unforced sense of hospitality, it invites discovery without ceremony—where expertise feels human, conversation flows easily, and every bottle is chosen to be shared.
Furama Resort Danang <br> Efforts To Shape The Future Of Wellness In Vietnam

Gourmet Traveller

Furama Resort Danang
Efforts To Shape The Future Of Wellness In Vietnam
In recent years, Vietnam has gradually emerged as a compelling destination on Asia’s wellness map. Behind many of the country’s innovative wellness concepts and transformative retreat journeys stands a quietly influential figure: Sheinette Ivy Gonda Sevilla, a wellness strategist and spa expert whose forward-thinking vision continues to shape the luxury hospitality landscape.
Juan Miguel Losada <br> From Anticipation to Emotion

Interviews

Juan Miguel Losada
From Anticipation to Emotion
From Dubai and Singapore to Mauritius, Barcelona and Vietnam, Juan Miguel Losada’s career unfolds across some of the world’s most defining hospitality destinations. In this conversation, the luxury hotelier behind Regent Phu Quoc reflects on leadership and the art of pre opening, on building culture before bricks, on experiential dining and sustainability, and on how true luxury today is shaped less by spectacle than by meaning, emotion and human connection.
Two Crumbly Divas <br> Parmesan vs. Grana Padano

Knowledge

Two Crumbly Divas
Parmesan vs. Grana Padano
If one has ever stood in front of the cheese section wondering why one type of Parmesan costs as much as a small holiday, while another sits there looking shy and affordable, they are not alone. The world of Italian hard cheese is full of tradition, rules, and the occasional identity crisis. This is a calm walk through what makes real Parmesan real, why Grana Padano is its no less respectable cousin, and why the word Parmesan can mean very different things to many people, depending on which part of the world the shopping trolley is parked.
Hispania Nha Trang <br> Where Spanish Gastronomy Meets the Vietnamese Coast

Dining

Hispania Nha Trang
Where Spanish Gastronomy Meets the Vietnamese Coast
On the shores of Nha Trang, Hispania brings Michelin guided Spanish gastronomy into a beachfront luxury setting. Rooted in heritage yet expressed with contemporary finesse, it delivers a refined coastal dining experience shaped by master chefs, pristine ingredients and culinary authenticity, earning Highly Recommended Best Spanish Restaurant at the Gourmet Vietnam Awards 2025.
 
The Albion by Kirk Westaway <br> Fine Dining Above Saigon’s Skyline

Dining

The Albion by Kirk Westaway
Fine Dining Above Saigon’s Skyline
Perched on the 23rd floor of Hôtel des Arts Saigon – MGallery Collection, The Albion unfolds not as a formal dining room, but as a refined social table above the city. Floor-to-ceiling windows open Saigon into view, allowing the skyline to become part of the narrative dynamic by day, cinematic by night while the room itself remains composed, warm and assured.
Pickles Eatery<br>A Little Adventure After Dark

Dining

Pickles Eatery
A Little Adventure After Dark
Pickles Eatery feels less like going out to dinner and more like slipping into someone’s favourite hideaway. Housed in a restored Saigon shophouse, it blends intuitive cooking, characterful wines, and quietly elegant cocktails into evenings that unfold slowly, effortlessly - the kind you don’t rush, and don’t forget.

What’s On

The Gate <br> Where Everyday Dining Finds Its Quiet Elegance
The Gate
Where Everyday Dining Finds Its Quiet Elegance
In the heart of Thảo Điền, The Gate offers a composed yet inviting approach to casual dining, where European influences meet thoughtful execution. With well-crafted dishes, an impressive wine selection, and warm, unpretentious hospitality, the restaurant has become a destination defined by consistency, comfort, and understated refinement.
A World Glazed In Gold <br> The Rise of Bakery Tourism
A World Glazed In Gold
The Rise of Bakery Tourism
Once upon a time, a pastry was simply a sweet note after a meal, a flaky croissant at sunrise. Today, it has become an invitation to travel. From London’s patisserie boutiques to Paris’s poetic salons and the gilded towers of Dubai to the fragrant cafés of Singapore, bakery tourism is emerging as the most delectable form of exploration. It is where art, craft, and culture rise together to create moments that are as ephemeral as they are eternal. 
Le Café Louis Vuitton Seoul <br> Rethinking The Café As Architecture & Culture
Le Café Louis Vuitton Seoul
Rethinking The Café As Architecture & Culture
In the ever-evolving conversation between fashion, culture, and contemporary living, Le Café Louis Vuitton Seoul marks a luminous new chapter. Set within the sculptural Maison Louis Vuitton Seoul, the café is less a traditional dining venue than a curated experience, one that invites guests to linger, browse, taste, and daydream. 

Dining

Taste the World <br>Through 7 Defining Tables in 2026
Taste the World
Through 7 Defining Tables in 2026
In 2026, the most memorable journeys are shaped as much by the table as by the destination itself. Across mountains, coastlines, palaces and historic cities, a new generation of restaurants invites travellers to encounter culture through flavour, turning dining into an intimate passage into landscape, memory, craftsmanship and identity.

Bars & Clubs

Song Bar <br> A Rooftop Symphony Above Saigon
Song Bar
A Rooftop Symphony Above Saigon
Suspended above the Saigon skyline, Song Bar presents a refined rooftop experience where design, atmosphere and mixology unfold in harmony. Located on the 40th floor of Hilton Saigon, the bar offers a composed escape—defined by panoramic views, contemporary elegance and an elevated sense of occasion. 

Video

Gourmet Vietnam Awards 2025 <br> Gala Dinner On HTV9 5
Gourmet Vietnam Awards 2025
Gala Dinner On HTV9 5
Gourmet Vietnam Awards 2025 <br> Gala Dinner On HTV9 4
Gourmet Vietnam Awards 2025
Gala Dinner On HTV9 4
Gourmet Vietnam Awards 2025 <br> Gala Dinner On HTV9
Gourmet Vietnam Awards 2025
Gala Dinner On HTV9
Gourmet Vietnam Awards 2025 <br> The Art of Hospitality Design and Services
Gourmet Vietnam Awards 2025
The Art of Hospitality Design and Services

Interviews

Chef Benjamin Werge Jensen: From Copenhagen to the Clouds of Sapa
Chef Benjamin Werge Jensen: From Copenhagen to the Clouds of Sapa
Chef Benjamin Werge Jensen’s path was not scripted. Drawn first by curiosity, then by purpose, he journeyed from Nordic kitchens to Vietnam’s mist-covered mountains, where classical technique now meets remote landscapes, local communities, and a growing sense of belonging.
Rose Ang <br> Culinary Trailblazer
Rose Ang
Culinary Trailblazer
An international career specialising in Japanese cuisine, extensive stakeholder management experience, and the ability to create a cohesive and effective operational flow between front of house and kitchen are just some traits that define Chef Rose Ang.
Mauro Santarelli <br> Reimagining South American Flavours At Chupacabras Bali
Mauro Santarelli
Reimagining South American Flavours At Chupacabras Bali
Set in the heart of Bali, Chupacabras is where South American culinary flair finds its bold, modern expression. At the helm is executive chef Mauro Santarelli whose roots and journey span agronomics, European kitchens, and the vibrant traditions of South America. In this exclusive interview, he shares how Chupacabras Bali reimagines regional classics with creative twists—blending culture, technique, and local Indonesian ingredients to offer a truly distinctive dining experience.
Mario Mendis <br> The Long Game of Hospitality
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.
Juan Miguel Losada <br> From Anticipation to Emotion
Juan Miguel Losada
From Anticipation to Emotion
From Dubai and Singapore to Mauritius, Barcelona and Vietnam, Juan Miguel Losada’s career unfolds across some of the world’s most defining hospitality destinations. In this conversation, the luxury hotelier behind Regent Phu Quoc reflects on leadership and the art of pre opening, on building culture before bricks, on experiential dining and sustainability, and on how true luxury today is shaped less by spectacle than by meaning, emotion and human connection.

Wine Cellar

The Glenlivet’s Majestic 56-Year-Old Release <br> Where Time Turns to Gold
The Glenlivet’s Majestic 56-Year-Old Release
Where Time Turns to Gold

The Glenlivet has once again stepped into the rarefied air of ultra-aged Scotch, unveiling a 56-year-old expression that stands as the second chapter of its Eternal Collection. Emerging in the glow of last month’s Distillers One of One auction where the 60-year-old Spira shattered expectations at £650,000, the new release arrives with quiet confidence, rooted in heritage yet elevated through contemporary artistry.

Gen Z And The New Wine Renaissance
Gen Z And The New Wine Renaissance
The wine world, long steeped in heritage and ceremony, now stands at a subtle yet irreversible inflection point. While older generations continue to sip, swirl, and collect, the next wave of drinkers has entered the room with little fanfare—and a completely different philosophy.
CA’MARCANDA: The Quiet Soul of Super Tuscan Luxury
CA’MARCANDA: The Quiet Soul of Super Tuscan Luxury

In the rolling hills of Bolgheri, where the Tyrrhenian breeze meets sunlit rows of Cabernet vines, stands a quiet monument to persistence, elegance, and Piedmontese precision. Its name—Ca’Marcanda—translates loosely to “The House of Endless Negotiations.” And for Angelo Gaja, Italy’s most revered vintner, it represents not just a winery, but a labor of love, born from patience and an unrelenting pursuit of excellence.

A New Era of Sustainable Wine Tourism
A New Era of Sustainable Wine Tourism
In the contemporary landscape of high-end travel, sustainability has quietly evolved from a moral statement into a true measure of quality. It is no longer framed as an obligation, but as a sign of care, long-term thinking, and the way the luxury sector is recalibrating itself for the future. Nowhere is this shift more evident—or more deeply felt—than in wine tourism.

Knowledge

Omakase Coffee <br> A Ritual of Trust
Omakase Coffee
A Ritual of Trust
Omakase café arrives at a moment when specialty coffee has already perfected precision, speed, and consistency. When a flawless cup is no longer rare, the question shifts from how coffee is brewed to how it is experienced. As cafés embrace automation and repeatability, coffee culture stands at a crossroads. What comes next is not a new machine or a rarer bean, but trust. Rooted in Japan’s dining philosophy, omakase asks guests to surrender choice and follow the barista’s intuition, transforming coffee from a transaction into a guided, deeply personal ritual.
 
Flame, Smoke, and Steel<br> The Five Barbecue Icons
Flame, Smoke, and Steel
The Five Barbecue Icons

As longer days beckon us outdoors and evenings stretch into firelit feasts, the humble barbecue has undergone an evolution. No longer just the domain of charred sausages and burnt corn, today’s grill masters demand precision, versatility, and design as sleek as their indoor counterparts. Whether you’re orchestrating a sunset dinner party or simply upgrading your weekend ritual, these five top-tier grills represent the new language of outdoor culinary excellence.

Gourmet Traveller

Into the Woods<br>The Rise of Forest Luxury
Into the Woods
The Rise of Forest Luxury
Across Asia, a new kind of luxury travel is taking root beneath forest canopies. Far from crowded beaches and glittering skylines, travellers are rediscovering the quiet power of nature. In these secluded sanctuaries, luxury is no longer measured by spectacle but by stillness, wellbeing, and a deeper connection with the land.
Sushi Rei<br>Ten Years at the Counter
Sushi Rei
Ten Years at the Counter

For a decade, Sushi Rei has pursued Edomae sushi with unwavering discipline. From meticulously sourced Japanese seafood to the measured rhythm of an eight-seat counter, each omakase unfolds as a dialogue between chef, ingredient, and guest an experience shaped by patience, purity, and respect for tradition.

Into the Woods<br>The Rise of Forest Luxury
Into the Woods
The Rise of Forest Luxury
Across Asia, a new kind of luxury travel is taking root beneath forest canopies. Far from crowded beaches and glittering skylines, travellers are rediscovering the quiet power of nature. In these secluded sanctuaries, luxury is no longer measured by spectacle but by stillness, wellbeing, and a deeper connection with the land.

Recipes

Sun-Gria
Sun-Gria

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.

Classic Daiquiri
Classic Daiquiri

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.

The Paloma
The Paloma

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

Steamboat Sophistication
Steamboat Sophistication
Turn your annual Lunar New Year tradition into a luxe affair by making your broths, dips and meatballs from scratch with the best possible ingredients. 
 
Galangal Panna Cotta
Galangal Panna Cotta

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

Calisson
Calisson

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.

Events

When Local Cuisine Becomes the Common Language
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.
 
The Grand Tasting at Spain Top Wines in Vietnam
The Grand Tasting at Spain Top Wines in Vietnam
After 10 editions successfully held in China, with over 18,000 visitors accumulated in over 30 cities, Spain Top Wines goes to Vietnam to become the biggest Spanish wine event ever held in the country.
The Reverie Boutique<br> An Elegant Rendezvous & Curated Gifts
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.
Billecart-Salmon Shines at Zuma New York
Billecart-Salmon Shines at Zuma New York

A select circle of New York’s most discerning tastemakers gathered for an evening where legacy, artistry, and the rarest expressions of champagne converged. Hosted by Haute Wine Society and Haute Living, the intimate dinner at Zuma New York honored Mathieu Billecart—seventh-generation custodian of Champagne Billecart-Salmon, one of France’s most revered family maisons since 1818.

Singapore Scores 7 Spots At Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025
Singapore Scores 7 Spots At Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025
For the second year running, Seoul played host to one of Asia’s most prestigious culinary events — the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants awards — held on 25 March 2025 at the Grand Hyatt Seoul. With chefs, critics, and restaurateurs flying in from across the region, the evening cemented the South Korean capital’s growing status as a dynamic food destination — not just for Korean cuisine, but as a hub for cross-cultural innovation and excellence.
The Soul of Sentosa<br> Amara Sanctuary’s Biophilic Rebirth
The Soul of Sentosa
Amara Sanctuary’s Biophilic Rebirth

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. 

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