Luke Nguyen is an Australian-Vietnamese chef, restaurateur and television presenter, best known for the Sydney restaurant Red Lantern and Vietnam House in Ho Chi Minh City.
Authentic, regional Vietnamese cooking rooted in his family’s culinary traditions. This profile looks at Luke’s background, career and signature approach.
TL;DR
- Australian, born 1978
- Known for the Sydney restaurant Red Lantern and Vietnam House in Ho Chi Minh City
- At 23 he opened Red Lantern in Surry Hills with his sister Pauline Nguyen.
- He was the youngest person inducted into the Sydney Morning Herald’s Food Hall of Fame.
- Authentic, regional Vietnamese cooking rooted in his family’s culinary traditions.
Luke Nguyen key facts
| Name | Luke Nguyen |
| Nationality / born | Australian, born 1978 |
| Known for | the Sydney restaurant Red Lantern and Vietnam House in Ho Chi Minh City |
| Location | Sydney, Australia |
| Style | Authentic, regional Vietnamese cooking rooted in his family’s culinary traditions. |
Background and career
His family fled Vietnam by boat and he was born in a Thai refugee camp before they settled in Cabramatta, Sydney. At 23 he opened Red Lantern in Surry Hills with his sister Pauline Nguyen.
Recognition and legacy
He is the author of five best-selling cookbooks, including The Food of Vietnam. He was the youngest person inducted into the Sydney Morning Herald’s Food Hall of Fame.
Signature style
Authentic, regional Vietnamese cooking rooted in his family’s culinary traditions. It is an approach that has made Luke a distinctive figure in the food world.
Luke in context
Luke Nguyen is one of the chefs featured on Pickup Table 4, alongside Adam Liaw and Poh Ling Yeow.
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Luke Nguyen FAQ
Who is Luke Nguyen?
An Australian-Vietnamese chef, restaurateur and television presenter.
Where is Luke based?
Sydney, Australia.
What is Luke known for?
The Sydney restaurant Red Lantern and Vietnam House in Ho Chi Minh City.
What is a notable fact about Luke?
His family fled Vietnam by boat and he was born in a Thai refugee camp before they settled in Cabramatta, Sydney.
What is Luke’s style?
Authentic, regional Vietnamese cooking rooted in his family’s culinary traditions.
