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Ana Roš Shines Once Again at The Best Chef Awards 2025 in Milan

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3.10.2025

Ana Roš Shines Once Again at The Best Chef Awards 2025 in Milan

Slovenian chef Ana Roš of Hiša Franko has once again made history at The Best Chef Awards 2025 in Milan, securing second place among the world’s best chefs and retaining the coveted three knives distinction. Her achievement further strengthens Slovenia’s global reputation as a rising culinary powerhouse.

Slovenia’s culinary excellence has once again taken centre stage on the global stage. Ana Roš, chef of Hiša Franko, not only retained the coveted three knives – the highest possible rating – but also achieved second place among the world’s best chefs at The Best Chef Awards 2025 in Milan. With this milestone, she has further cemented both her global influence and the recognition of Slovenian gastronomy on the international map.

At this year’s ceremony, the top three honours went to:

  • 1st place – Rasmus Munk, Alchemist (Denmark): celebrated for fusing science, art, and theatre into immersive dining, his back-to-back win confirms his status as one of the most visionary chefs of our time.
  • 2nd place – Ana Roš, Hiša Franko (Slovenia): known for daring tasting menus that bring bold flavours and Slovenian terroir to life, she continues to balance heritage with global influence, firmly placing Slovenia on the international culinary map.
  • 3rd place – Himanshu Saini, Trèsind Studio (UAE): acclaimed for reinventing Indian cuisine with modernist precision and deep respect for tradition, his recognition marks the UAE’s growing presence in global gastronomy.

The annual awards celebrate culinary innovation and global talent, uniting the leading voices of the gastronomic world for a vibrant evening of debate, inspiration,and celebration. More than just a ranking, this recognition honours Ana’s remarkable journey and her unique culinary ethos – hyper-seasonal, deeply personal, and firmly rooted in the terroir of the breathtaking Soča Valley. It is a powerful reaffirmation of her place among the most influential chefs shaping the future of fine dining.

Slovenia’s culinary brilliance was further highlighted by the recognition of other outstanding chefs and teams: Luka Košir and the team at Grič, David Žefran and the Restaurant Milka team, as well as Filip Matjaž of COB Restaurant. Their vision, dedication, and creativity continue to elevate Slovenia’s reputation as one of the world’s most exciting culinary destinations.

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About The Best Chef Awards: The Best Chef Awards is a global platform dedicated to celebrating the people behind the food. Founded to recognise creativity, innovation, and talent in gastronomy, the awards bring together chefs from every corner of the world, highlighting their vision and contribution to the culinary arts. Beyond rankings, The Best Chef fosters dialogue, collaboration, and inspiration through its annual events, discussions, and digital community, offering a stage where established masters and emerging voices alike can share their ideas and shape the future of food.

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