The event was graced by the presence of numerous chefs from renowned restaurants and hotels of ASEAN member countries in Prague, as well as guests from the diplomatic community in the Czech Republic.
Vietnamese chefs took center stage as they demonstrated the art of preparing, cooking, and savoring Pho, sharing the story and significance of this iconic dish.
Their counterparts from other ASEAN nations also showcased a diverse range of Southeast Asian cuisine, including Laab Gai from Thailand, Suman from the Philippines, Bebek Betutu from Indonesia, Roji Jaja & Kari Ayam from Malaysia, and Shwe Htamin from Myanmar.
In his speech, Ambassador Duong Hoai Nam highlighted the importance of Pho in Vietnamese culture, noting that it is one of the country’s most representative dishes on the global culinary stage.
The Ambassador praised the ACP’s initiative to introduce the essence of Southeast Asian culinary traditions to the Czech people and international audience, fostering a deeper appreciation for the region’s diverse food culture.
Alongside the growth and integration of the Vietnamese community in the Czech Republic, Vietnamese cuisine is also gaining traction. The opening of more Vietnamese restaurants in the country attests to its growing popularity among locals and expatriates alike.
Cultural week brings a glimpse of Hungarian culture to Can Tho
NDO – A wide range of activities will be held under the framework of the Hungarian Cultural Week in the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho from November 14 to 17.
Vietnam boasts street food in Moscow
NDO –The Vietnamese Street Food Festival, the eight of its kind, opened at the Hanoi-Moscow Trade Centre complex (Incentra) in Moscow, Russia, on March 8, with the aim of promoting the Vietnamese culinary culture to Russian people and international friends.
RoK promotes culture and tourism in Ho Chi Minh City
NDO – The Korean Tourism and Culture Festival was held on Nguyen Hue Pedestrian Street, Ho Chi Minh City,from September 28-29.
ASEAN-Japan Music Festival 2019 to be held
NDO – The ASEAN-Japan Music Festival 2019 will take place at the National Convention Centre, My Dinh, Hanoi, on July 28, with the participation of Vietnamese singers Noo Phuoc Thinh, Dong Nhi and Trong Hieu, as well as many international artistes.
ASEAN seeks to boost intra-bloc trade
Enhancing intra-ASEAN trade and investment towards a cohesive and responsive ASEAN is one of the shared topics by many regional officials, researchers and policymakers.
