Bay Area chef Charles Phan, pioneer of modern Vietnamese cuisine, dies [Video]

Charles Phan, the celebrated chef and founder of The Slanted Door, passed away at the age of 62 following cardiac arrest. Known for revolutionizing Vietnamese cuisine, Phan was a trailblazer in the culinary world. His impact extended beyond his dishes, inspiring chefs like Dominique Crenn and Tu David Phu to embrace innovation and hospitality in their own careers.