Hublot has always believed that time is not just about indicating hours and minutes, but is also reflected in every moment of life. This year, two Michelin three-star chefs, Jan Hartwig and Mingoo Kang, from the restaurants they oversee, have both been selected for The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025, once again proving that the fusion of time and taste can inject extraordinary experiences into our daily lives.
Located in Munich, JAN restaurant is helmed by Jan Hartwig, who has held a Michelin three-star rating since 2022. This year, it made its mark at number 50 on the list, making it the only German restaurant to feature this year. Jan Hartwig’s culinary artistry emphasizes precision and depth, skillfully transforming seemingly simple ingredients into multi-layered masterpieces, turning each dish into a timeless landscape. He once shared that cooking is an art that requires precise timing, and sometimes it demands breaking the mold at the right moment to let the flavors naturally evolve.
Located in Seoul, Mingles restaurant, helmed by chef Kang Min-goo, has skyrocketed to the 29th position this year, setting a new record for Korean restaurants on the list, while also earning a prestigious three Michelin stars. His cuisine emphasizes the blend of cultural heritage and contemporary creativity, with each dish serving not just as a flavor expression but as a vignette of cultural fusion, showcasing his philosophy of presenting the essence of different civilizations on the dining table.
Founded in 2002, The global list of the 50 most amazing restaurants is hailed as the Oscars of the culinary world, determined by votes from food experts across the globe. It aims to honor restaurants that bravely push the boundaries of flavor, creativity, and concepts. This year, two chef partners from Hublot have been selected, which not only affirms their status in the culinary scene but also reflects Hublot’s commitment to innovation and the continuation of the The Art of Fusion philosophy.
Hublot’s CEO, Julien Tornare, emphasized that the brand has always valued the creativity and craftsmanship that drive the world forward. Whether it’s precision watchmaking or fine dining, both require meticulous craftsmanship and teamwork. The collaboration between Hublot and star chefs is a testament to this commitment to excellence.
For many years, Hublot has continued to innovate through the Big Bang series with its groundbreaking materials and movement technology, extending the brand’s spirit into the realms of sports, music, art, and gastronomy, meticulously crafting every detail with time. This year, the collaboration with JAN and Mingles marks not only a significant milestone in the brand’s partnership initiatives but also offers watch enthusiasts and food lovers new avenues for extraordinary experiences.
