Our Mission

Ngonista exists to document, honor, and elevate the voices behind food and wine. We believe the true essence of hospitality isn’t in scores or trends – it’s in people’s journeys, their experiences, and what they’ve learned along the way.

We listen to chefs, sommeliers, bartenders, servers, producers, and every person whose work contributes to meaningful hospitality.

What Ngonista Does

We publish thoughtfully written interviews and essays that focus on personal stories and reflections from people in hospitality. Our content goes beyond reviews – capturing the heart of the craft and the culture behind every journey.

We create platforms for these voices, helping them be heard and appreciated by audiences who care about authenticity, context, and humanity in food & wine.

Our Team

Phuong Maxy

Founder & Editor

Storyteller and wine enthusiast with deep roots in hospitality and cultural narratives.

Nguyen Minh

Editor & Curator

Focuses on editorial direction and shaping the voices that appear on Ngonista.

Hoang Lan

Content Producer

Works closely with contributors to bring their visuals and words to life.

Our Contributors

Ngonista’s stories are shaped by a vibrant community of professionals – chefs, sommeliers, bartenders, servers, makers, and creators who generously share their journeys.

Chef Linh Tran

Chef & Educator

Blending traditional technique with personal heritage.

Sommelier Huu Phat

Sommelier

Explores wine through terroir and storytelling.

Bartender Mai Anh

Bartender & Mixologist

Creates cocktails with cultural references and heart.