This chef has been named Best Chef in the World 2025
They have been awarded once again: the prestigious Best Chef Awards. The 2025 edition took place in Milan, and the best chef in the world is… yes, Rasmus Munk once again! For the second year in a row, the chef of restaurant Alchemist in Copenhagen has won the coveted title.
The winners of the Best Chef Awards 2025: Rasmus Munk retains his title
The Best Chef Awards celebrate chefs who excel in creativity, craftsmanship and innovation. Together with Ana Roš of Hiša Franko from Slovenia and Himanshu Saini of Trèsind Studio in the United Arab Emirates, Rasmus Munk was honoured as a true culinary pioneer.
What makes Rasmus Munk so special, and why does he remain the best chef in the world?
Rasmus Munk – the visionary chef of Alchemist
This year, Rasmus Munk was named the best chef in the world for the second time, a title he holds thanks to his unwavering passion and creative vision. At his restaurant Alchemist, science, art and theatre come together to turn every dinner into an unforgettable experience. It is therefore no coincidence that Alchemist is one of the most difficult restaurants to book, with more than 10,000 (!) people waiting ahead of you.
Ana Roš – the chef putting Slovenia on the map
In second place is Ana Roš, chef of Hiša Franko in Slovenia. She has put Slovenia on the culinary world map through her bold flavours and the use of Slovenian terroir in her dishes. With a distinct focus on local ingredients and a strong international influence, Ana brings together tradition and innovation in a fusion.
Himanshu Saini – reinventing Indian cuisine
Himanshu Saini, chef of Trèsind Studio in the United Arab Emirates, came third. He reinterprets Indian cuisine with modernist precision and great respect for tradition. His culinary approach has opened the door to a renewed perspective on Indian gastronomy.
Special Awards: a tribute to culinary pioneers
In addition to the top three, several Special Awards were also presented, honouring chefs for their exceptional contributions in specific areas of gastronomy.
• The Best Humanity: Chefs of World Central Kitchen, founded by Chef José Andrés
• The Best Visionary: Massimo Bottura, Osteria Francescana, Modena, Italy
• The Best Pastry Award: Pía Salazar, NUEMA, Quito, Ecuador
• The Best Terroir Award: Debora Fadul, DIACÁ, Guatemala City, Guatemala
• The Best Creativity Award: Jason Liu, Ling Long, Shanghai, China
• The Best Food Art Award: Quique Dacosta, Quique Dacosta, Dénia, Spain
• The Best New Entry Award: Prateek Sadhu, Naar, Kasauli, India
• The Best Dining Experience Award: Anika Madsen, Iris, Rosendal, Norway
• The Best Science Award: Diego Guerrero, DSTAgE, Madrid, Spain
• The Best Voted by Professionals Award: Himanshu Saini, Trèsind Studio, UAE
• The Best NextGen Award: Sebastian Jiménez, Ræst, Tórshavn, Faroe Islands
• The Best Milan Award: Andrea Aprea, Andrea Aprea, Milan, Italy
• The Best Origins & Future Award: Diego Rossi, Trippa, Milan, Italy
Dutch chef with three knives
This year, no fewer than 783 chefs received one, two or even three knives:
- Three knives (The Best): 126 chefs achieved more than 80% of the maximum score.
- Two knives (World-Class): 236 chefs achieved 40% or more of the points
- One knife (Excellent): 421 chefs achieved 20% or more of the points.
Hooray for Nelson Tanate of De Librije!
Remarkably, head chef Nelson Tanate of De Librije received, just like the late Jonnie Boer last year, the highest score of three knives. ‘We are incredibly proud of our chef Nelson Tanate. Today in Milan, he received a three-knife rating at The Best Chef Awards. This means he has received the highest distinction. A wonderful achievement!’ – according to De Librije, and of course we can only agree!
You can find the full list of winners of the Best Chef Awards 2025 at thebestchefawards.com
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