Vietnam’s love affair with coffee runs deep. With a robust café culture and some of the world’s most distinctive beans, it’s no surprise that cold brew has found fertile ground here. But this isn’t your standard café fare—here, cold brew is a canvas for creativity.
Born of French colonial influence and nurtured through decades of resilience and reinvention, Vietnamese coffee has evolved into a culture of its own—layered, nuanced, and rich with stories. From the iconic iced milk coffee to inventive creations like egg coffee and yogurt brews, every cup reflects a nation’s soul—bitter, sweet, and always unforgettable.
When two cultures meet at the table, borders dissolve. Spain and Vietnam, though worlds apart, are discovering each other through the most universal of languages—food. Beyond trade agreements or diplomatic ties, gastronomy has emerged as a bridge of flavors, emotions, and traditions. For the Vietnamese, Spanish cuisine is not merely an import; it is a new way of savoring life, one that invites curiosity, joy, and connection.
On Con Ba Xa islet, nestled in the gentle flow of the Thu Bon River, Namia River Retreat is reimagining dining as a journey of sustainability, heritage, and wellness. Hoi An’s storied past seems to linger in the resort’s gourmet offerings, carrying the essence of the land and the legacy of the people.
Regent Phu Quoc’s signature scenographic pop-up dining experience, Taste Studio, returns this November with A Spectrum of Contrasts. The immersive event merges gastronomy, art, dance, and music into a choreographed sensory journey inspired by Vietnamese culture and the harmony of dualities.
Tucked away in a reimagined schoolhouse in An Khanh, Ho Chi Minh City, NÚC Kitchen & Bar is a quiet manifesto for those who see cooking not merely as craft, but as a way of life. Here, gastronomy becomes an act of remembering, of feeling, of being fully present. Every dish is steeped in seasonality and shaped by a reverence for time, slow, thoughtful, and intentional.
When was the last time a cocktail made you pause, reflect, or even grin a little? Welcome to Ômm — Vietnam’s first mixology concept bar — where artisanal craftsmanship meets an unwavering spirit of experimentation, and every sip feels like a well-timed punchline in an elegantly told story.
Every memorable journey begins with a place that inspires. Vietnam, with its rich cultural tapestry and breathtaking landscapes, has become a stage where hotels, resorts, and destinations transform travel into something deeper—an experience where culture, comfort, and innovation intertwine. From glittering city skylines to tranquil coastal retreats, the country’s finest establishments are shaping experiences that resonate long after guests depart.
At the Gourmet Vietnam Awards 2025, the Hotel & Hospitality Dining category honours destinations where cuisine and travel intertwine. From Saigon’s skyline rooftops to seaside tables on pristine shores, these restaurants and bars transform every stay into a memory — where each flavour tells a story of place, culture and artistry.
