Chef Nguyen began his culinary journey at Sheraton Hanoi Hotel in 2010, driven by an unwavering passion for the culinary arts. Through relentless dedication and remarkable skill, he has risen through the ranks to become the esteemed Chef de Cuisine at Hemispheres Steak & Seafood Grill — the hotel’s premier fine-dining restaurant, proudly awarded one Michelin star in 2025.

Throughout his career, Chef Nguyen has embraced a variety of roles, each shaping his refined culinary style and pushing the boundaries of creativity. His contributions were instrumental in establishing Oven D’or as one of Hanoi’s top buffet destinations. At Hemispheres, he has elevated European-Vietnamese fusion cuisine, turning the restaurant into a benchmark for fine dining excellence in Hanoi.

Chef Nguyen’s leadership and creative influence have been pivotal in securing Hemispheres' consecutive recognitions by the Michelin Guide in 2023 and 2024, as well as the restaurant’s distinction among the Top 1% of the world’s best fine-dining restaurants in 2023 and 2024, according to Tripadvisor.

Beyond the kitchen, Chef Nguyen has served as a passionate ambassador for Vietnamese cuisine. He has participated in numerous cross-cultural culinary promotions across the Asia-Pacific region, showcasing his artistry to international audiences. His culinary talent has also been featured several times on VTV3, Vietnam’s most prestigious national television broadcaster, further solidifying his reputation as one of the country’s rising stars in the culinary scene.

With a steadfast commitment to excellence, an innate creativity, and a profound respect for ingredients, Chef Nguyễn Nam Nguyên continues to inspire and innovate, proudly bringing the vibrant flavors of Vietnam to the global culinary stage.

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