Thuy Diem Pham
Chef Thuy Diem Pham is a bestselling author and former Head Chef and restaurateur of London's acclaimed The Little Viet Kitchen. It was here that Thuy established her culinary legacy, combining the precision and creativity of a restaurant kitchen with the comfort and soul of home-style cooking. Her authentic approach to Vietnamese cuisine, paired with a deep understanding of London’s evolving food scene, has left a lasting impact on the UK’s culinary landscape.
Widely regarded as the UK’s leading authority on Vietnamese cuisine, Thuy is passionate about sharing her expertise through food writing and as a chef consultant, making authentic Vietnamese cooking approachable to a modern audience. With two bestselling cookbooks THE LITTLE VIET KITCHEN and VIETNAMESE MADE EASY to her name and her third ONE PAN VIETNAM out in February 2026 (Quadrille), Thuy continues to inspire food lovers with her fresh and accessible recipes. Today, she remains a driving force in shaping how Vietnamese food is cooked, shared and enjoyed in the UK and beyond.
Thuy lives in St. Albans with her husband and young son.
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