Contamination and evolution, but keeping the high expectations for authentic Italian food. This is the formula Federico Pinzi, Italian chef and entrepreneur in Saigon, is adopting to bring Italian cuisine closer to the Vietnamese palate. 

Widely held as “the King’s Wine” in the Court of Versailles, the world renowned Château Lafite-Rothschild brought its nobility to Vietnam in November to fuel an unforgettable Wine Dinner event.

From intimate wine rooms to polished bistros, Vietnam’s wine culture is entering a more confident chapter. The Best Wine Bar nominees celebrate places where thoughtful bottles, informed service and an instinct for atmosphere come together, turning each pour into a reason to stay a little longer.