Dutch Develop Appreciation for Vietnamese Cuisine

The monthly event aims to contribute to enhancing mutual understanding, friendship, and solidarity among the embassies of ASEAN countries in the Netherlands.

Mayelinne de Lara, representative of The Diplomat Magazine of the Netherlands and the EU, expressed her appreciation for the special relationship among ASEAN countries and diplomatic families in the ASEAN community in the Netherlands.

She proposed the idea of organizing a common cultural event for the embassies of ASEAN countries and other foreign embassies in the Netherlands. The goal of the event would be to promote the unique culture and cuisine of ASEAN countries, especially Vietnam, to the Dutch people.

Participants at the event had the opportunity to taste Vietnamese food and take part in a spring roll making competition.

The post Dutch Develop Appreciation for Vietnamese Cuisine appeared first on Vietexplorer.com.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Impressive Lunar New Year Festival 2024 Mesmerizes Visitors

Image
The festival, organized by the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Industry and Trade and the Vietnam Cuisine Culture Association, showcases a combination of traditional and contemporary art programs, along with various national Tet rituals. The event features over 150 booths exhibiting a diverse range of Vietnamese products and specialties from different regions. Many tourists gather to observe artisans wrapping and cooking “banh chung” (a square glutinous rice cake), a traditional dish during the Tet holiday. A special attraction of the festival is a calligraphy market where calligraphers, dressed in “ao dai” (Vietnamese traditional long dress), sell calligraphy works written in black and yellow ink on red paper. Visitors also have the opportunity to participate in traditional folk games such as stilt walking, tug of war, blindfolded clay pot breaking, and mandarin square capturing. A booth showcasing “To He” (toy figurines) attracts
Read more

Baking Contest for Baguette Enthusiasts in Vietnam

Image
Professional bakers, students, and enthusiasts, are invite to participate in the Baguette Prizes of the Fiftieth Anniversary of the diplomatic relations between France and Vietnam. The French Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City, the French Trade and Investment Agency Business France, and the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Vietnam (CCIFV) have just launched a Baguette making contest. This is one of a series of events held on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and France . The contest is open to all professional bakers, students and even amateurs. This event is a unique opportunity to showcase contestants’ creativity and passion for baking, while celebrating the friendship between the two countries. The organisers have chosen to make the contest rules very light in order to give participants the greatest possible freedom in interpreting the baguette. Participants are encouraged to propose an or
Read more

Things Canadian Travelers Must Know Before Planning a Trip to Vietnam

While Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City are the largest cities in Vietnam, the central region offers unique experiences that cannot be found elsewhere. Digital nomads from Vancouver often visit Da Nang, located in central Vietnam, during the winter season. This is not surprising given the city’s attractions and amenities. Many travelers prefer to visit Vietnam between March and April, as the rainfall is less frequent and the temperatures are milder during this time of the year. Vietnam has a number of popular sightseeing spots that should not be missed. In Hanoi, visitors can immerse themselves in the city’s rich art scene, explore historic temples, and indulge in local street food. The city also offers a mix of experiences, with plenty of opportunities to learn about the culture or enjoy a relaxing drink at a rooftop bar or a laid-back backpacker bar. Ha Long Bay is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Vietnam. The bay features over 1,500 islands and islets, with towering limesto
Read more