On September 29, a prestigious event called the Hanoi Cuisine Introduction Space 2023 will take place in Hanoi. Renowned restaurants, including those with Michelin stars, will showcase their culinary skills during this event. The theme of the event is “Vietnamese culinary quintessence” and it will run from September 29 to October 1 at the Hanoi Children’s Cultural Palace.
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The Hanoi Cuisine Introduction Space aims to promote Hanoi’s cuisine as a tourist attraction and is part of the capital’s Liberation Day celebration on October 10, 1954.
Visitors, both locals and tourists, will have the opportunity to enjoy and explore Vietnamese culinary culture and handicraft products at the Introduction Space.
The space will be divided into different areas showcasing traditional Hanoi dishes such as La Vong grilled fish, Phu Thuong sticky rice, O Mai (dried fruits), and Vietnamese baguettes. Visitors will also have the chance to witness the preparation techniques of these dishes.
Additionally, after tasting Hanoi’s famous Pho (noodle soup), visitors can learn how to make rice noodles, an essential ingredient in this dish.
The event will not only highlight local food but also showcase international cuisine and Michelin-starred restaurants.
One of the highlights of the event is the opportunity for tourists to experience street food prepared by renowned chefs and artisans at the Hanoi Cuisine Introduction Space.
The “Vietnamese Spice Map” will also be presented, which tells the history and geography of Vietnamese spices. The map features flavors sourced from 100% natural spice seeds and highlights the typical flavors from different regions of Vietnam.
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