Across Asia, chefs reshape global dining through the recipes they grew up with. Their influence has turned the region into a major force in culinary innovation, driven by a growing appetite for authentic, experience-led dining highlighted in Marriott International’s Future of Food 2026 report.

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From Singapore’s hawker stalls to Vietnam’s new Michelin-starred restaurants, chefs are connecting tradition with modern skill. Their influence now extends far beyond their home kitchens, carrying Asia’s regional flavors to tables around the world.

Tradition evolves through new chefs

A new wave of chefs trained in top kitchens worldwide is blending modern techniques with family recipes. Marriott International’s Future of Food 2026 report calls Asia “the world’s most ex

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