MICHELIN Green Star
A Testament to Sustainable Excellence
We are proud to announce that NÉN has been awarded Vietnam’s first and only MICHELIN Green Star in June 2024. This honor recognizes our dedication to sustainability and ethical practices in every aspect of our culinary journey.
To better understand the significance of this rare star, we invite you to read some quotes from The MICHELIN Guide and other prestigious publications on this meaningful accolade.
"Sustainable Cuisine Is in the Country's DNA"
“Founded in 2017, Nén Danang has emerged as a leading innovator in modern Vietnamese fine dining. Nén introduces the true essence of Vietnamese flavours, offering a culinary experience that is both authentic and innovative. By telling stories through food and using 99% hyper-local ingredients sourced from across Vietnam and its own farms, Nén Danang has become Vietnam’s first MICHELIN Green Star recipient in the MICHELIN Guide Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang 2024 edition.”
Nén Danang: Vietnam’s First MICHELIN Green Star Award Winner and Why Sustainable Cuisine Is in the Country’s DNA
"A Dialogue between The Chef and The Earth"
“The culinary philosophy at Nén Danang is encapsulated in its Sto:ry Menus, which blend Vietnamese cultural heritage with creative culinary practices. Each dish celebrates the natural world and cultural narratives, designed to stir emotions from joy to nostalgia. Particularly notable is their Sto:ry Menu #5, a pioneering zero-waste initiative that innovatively repurposes common ingredients, like eggshells into noodles.”
“Deeply ingrained in Nén’s identity is its commitment to ‘Conscious Vietnamese Cuisine,’ which influences every culinary decision from sourcing to presentation, ensuring a dining experience that prioritizes mindful consumption. The restaurant’s philosophy—encompassing origin, aesthetic, intention, balance, emotion, and presence—is reflected in every aspect of its operations.”
Green Innovation in Gastronomy: Nén Danang Clinches the 2024 MICHELIN Green Star
"Promoting Sustainable Dining across Vietnam"
“Nén Danang’s operations are a testament to the potential of Vietnamese ingredients and traditions, emphasizing local sourcing from Vietnam and their own farms to maintain the authenticity of flavors.
“It acknowledges our dedication to sourcing hyper-local ingredients, supporting local communities, and weaving stories through our culinary creations,” stated Le. “This award inspires us to continue our journey of honoring the past while creating a sustainable future, where each dish tells a story of cultural heritage and respect for the land.”
Vietnam-based Nén Danang earns 2024 MICHELIN Green Star for sustainability
“That’s the beauty of green agriculture and sustainability. It teaches us to appreciate the ingredients that we get to cook with.”
Summer Le