19th Ho Chi Minh City International Travel Expo Closes on a High Note

After four dynamic days (September 3–6, 2025), the 19th Ho Chi Minh City International Travel Expo (ITE HCMC 2025) and the 12th General Assembly of the Tourism Promotion Organization for Asia-Pacific Cities (TPO 2025) concluded successfully, reaffirming their prestige as leading international tourism events in Vietnam and the Mekong region. Under the theme “Sustainable Travel, Vibrant Experiences,” the expo attracted strong attention from central and city leaders, global partners, and the international press.

 
Hot Chefs & Hip Cuisines
Celebrating the Culinary Voices Defining Vietnam’s Dining Future

The Gourmet Vietnam Awards return with a spotlight on creativity, passion, and talent across the country’s vibrant dining scene. This year, the People’s Choice categories invite food lovers to champion the chefs whose flavours and philosophies have reshaped the way Vietnam eats. From Italian mastery to French finesse, from bold Vietnamese reimaginings to soulful storytelling, these culinary leaders embody the energy and diversity of modern gastronomy.

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.
Da Nang and OTAs Join Forces
Elevating the Destination through Digital Connectivity

Within the framework of the HorecFex Vietnam 2025 Technology and Innovation Forum & Exhibition in Da Nang, the seminar “Da Nang – Digital Connectivity, Elevating Destinations” brought together government authorities, tourism associations, businesses, and international OTA platforms, aiming for long-term cooperation concretized through a memorandum of understanding (MOU).

HorecFex Vietnam 2025: Shaping the Future of HORECA

Opening at Ariyana International Convention Centre in Danang, HorecFex Vietnam 2025 gathers over 3,500 delegates, 500 enterprises, and 90 international speakers. More than a conference, it is a hub of innovation and collaboration, charting a sustainable path forward for Vietnam’s hospitality, gastronomy, and travel industries on the global stage.

Over 42 Billion VND Worth of Technology Equipment Showcased at Vietnam’s Largest HORECA Tech Exhibition & Forum

With a total technology equipment value exceeding 42 billion VND, HorecFex Vietnam 2025 is expected to deliver a breakthrough, creating an immersive experience space where attendees can directly explore innovative technological solutions. In less than 24 hours, HorecFex Vietnam 2025 – The Exhibition and Forum on Technology, Innovation, and Creativity in the HORECA Industry (Hotel, Restaurant, Catering/Café) will officially open at Ariyana International Convention Center, Da Nang.

Reliving Vũ Bằng’s Nostalgic “Bún” in Da Nang

Bún, or rice noodles, is described by Vũ Bằng as a delicacy no Vietnamese could resist, has long been a cultural essence of old Hanoi – evoking images of women cooking beside street-side baskets in narrow alleys. At V-Senses Cafe – Vietnamese Heritage House in Da Nang, those simple yet profound flavors are gathered once more, reviving forgotten memories in today’s fast-paced culinary world.

Sunrise in Côn Đảo
500 Runners. One Mission: The Sea Turtles

As the first rays of sunlight broke over the turquoise sea, more than 500 runners from across Vietnam and beyond set off in the “Save Turtles Run 2025.” Now in its fourth season, the race once again affirmed its spirit of resilience, community, and commitment to spreading love for nature while raising awareness for the conservation of sea turtles – ancient guardians of Côn Đảo’s oceans.

Fleurs de Millésime: A Symphony of Blossoms

Sofitel Saigon Plaza is delighted to unveil Fleurs de Millésime, a remarkable art collection in collaboration with Vụn Art, a distinguished Vietnamese art gallery dedicated to empowering disabled artisans through handmade creations crafted from discarded fabrics.

 
Gourmet Vietnam Awards
Honouring Culinary and Hospitality Excellence

Vietnam’s gastronomic and hospitality scene is entering a golden era—an evolution defined by creativity, craftsmanship, and a passion for unforgettable experiences. At the heart of this movement stands the Gourmet Vietnam Awards, presented by Epicure Vietnam, the country’s leading culinary magazine. More than just an awards ceremony, it is a national stage celebrating excellence, innovation, and dedication across the vibrant F&B and hospitality landscape.