Bobby Chinn

Kiwi-born with both Chinese and Egyptian heritage, Chef Bobby Chinn has found inspiration from across the globe to develop his mastery of cooking. Educated in England, Bobby worked on both coasts of the U.S before travelling the world to find a base in Vietnam.  There he opened the award-winning Restaurant Bobby Chinn and followed with the celebrated Bobby Chinn Saigon ten years later. His passion for food and charming personality have also led to him becoming a culinary celebrity across Asia and the Middle East, hosting ‘World Café Asia’ and Globe Trekker shows on Discovery TLC, before taking a judge role on Top Chef Middle East. He brought the concept of modern Vietnamese cuisine to London in 2014, opening ‘House of Ho’ on Wardour Street to great acclaim. Bobby is renowned for his enthusiasm for cooking, constantly creating new dishes and adding a signature ‘Bobby’ twist. His bestselling book ‘Vietnamese Food’ offers a fantastic insight into the country’s authentic culture and cuisine. In 2012 Bobby became a WWF Ambassador, promoting Sustainable Seafood Production and he is also a Tourism Ambassador for Vietnam since July 2014.