The 50 Best Signature Sessions series will take place in Seoul from March 22 to March 26, 2025, as part of the festivities leading up to Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants awards, sponsored by S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna, which will be held on March 25, 2025. This series offers food enthusiasts a unique opportunity to experience exceptional dining collaborations featuring renowned chefs from across Asia and beyond, promising once-in-a-lifetime culinary experiences at some of the city’s finest restaurants.

The extensive program, developed in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (MAFRA) and the Seoul Metropolitan Government, will culminate in the highly anticipated awards ceremony that reveals the 2025 ranking of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants, including the prestigious title of The Best Restaurant in Asia. Diners in Seoul or those visiting for the awards can indulge in exclusive dishes crafted by celebrated chefs during this special event. Reservations are limited, and interested guests are encouraged to secure their tables soon, with booking links via Catch Table to be available shortly.

Featured Dining Experiences

 

Born & Bred x Chef Tam’s Seasons

Kicking off the series, acclaimed chef Kwok Fung Tam from Macau will collaborate with chef Kyung-hwan Min of Born & Bred to celebrate the opening of Born and Bred Original. This exclusive dinner will highlight Korea’s seasonal ingredients, particularly vegetables, infused with Chef Tam’s unique culinary style.
When: Dinner on Saturday, March 22
Where: Born & Bred, 57 Majang-ro 37-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
Cost: 500,000 KRW

 

Evett x Boragó

On March 23, chef Rodolfo Guzmán from Boragó, ranked No. 29 in The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2024, will join Australian chef Joseph Lidgerwood at Evett. This collaboration will blend vibrant Chilean and Korean ingredients, creating a fusion menu inspired by their shared passion for Latin American and Asian cuisines.
When: Dinner on Sunday, March 23
Where: Evett, 650-13 Sinsa-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Cost: 350,000 KRW

 

Mingles x The Chairman x Sorn x Alla Prima

Also on March 23, four distinguished chefs—Danny Yip and Kwok Keung Tung from The Chairman, Supaksorn ‘Ice’ Jongsiri from Sorn, and Jin-Hyuk Kim from Alla Prima—will collaborate with Mingoo Kang of Mingles, named The Best Restaurant in Korea 2024. This dinner will present traditional Asian cuisines in a modern context, offering diners a culinary journey through the region’s history.
When: Dinner on Sunday, March 23
Where: Mingles, Dosan-daero 67-gil, Gangnam District, Seoul
Cost: 750,000 KRW (includes wine pairing)

 

Soul x Baan Tepa

On March 24, Chudaree ‘Tam’ Debhakam, Asia’s Best Female Chef 2025, will partner with chefs Hee-eun Kim and Dae-hyun Yoon from Soul to showcase a menu that emphasizes sustainability and indigenous ingredients, featuring a Thai twist on Korean pantry staples.
When: Lunch on Monday, March 24
Where: Soul, B1F, 35 Sinheung-ro 26-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
Cost: 350,000 KRW (includes wine pairing)

Teppan

The series will conclude on March 26 with a special dinner at Teppan, in partnership with Hibiki whisky. Further details about this event will be announced soon.
When: Dinner on Wednesday, March 26
Where: Teppan, Grand Hyatt, Yongsan District, Seoul

This series of culinary events promises to be a highlight for food lovers, showcasing the creativity and talent of some of the best chefs in the industry. Reservations are highly recommended to ensure participation in these exclusive dining experiences.