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Illustrative photo (Source: laodongthudo.vn) Hanoi (VNA) – A fair showcasing Hanoi ’s agricultural products and handicrafts , the second of its kind, is slated for December 14-18 in Nam Tu Liem district. The event will feature a gastronomic space of 16 stalls introducing culinary delights of districts and towns from across the capital, such banh cuon (steamed rice noodle roll) of Thanh Tri district, che lam (nutty ginger sticky rice bars) of Thach Xa commune, and com (green sticky rice) from Vong village. At the space, local artisans are expected to demonstrate their skills of making these special dishes. During the fair, visitors will be treated to a fashion show and performances of folk arts including silk and qilin-lion-dragon dancing, cheo (traditional opera), and chau van (spiritual singing). On the sidelines, conferences reviewing the city’s project to develop farm produce verification as well as cooperation for food safety and quality … [Read more...] about Hanoi: farm produce, handicrafts fair to take place this month

"Formerly known as Saigon and the ‘Pearl of the Orient,’ Ho Chi Minh City is a gateway to Vietnam’s rich and turbulent history from French colonization to the end of the Vietnam War," it said. It recommended a city tour taking in Notre Dame Cathedral built by French colonialists in the late 1800s, Cu Chi Tunnels, which survived the Vietnam War, and the War Remnants Museum, which contains machines and other artifacts used during the war. Vietnam’s southern metropolis is also famous for its diverse cuisine. Visitors should try banh mi (Vietnamese sandwich), a popular street food that can be found at every street corner for less than US$2, and experience the coffee culture on Saigon sidewalks or from vendors’ tricycles, the magazine said. "Browse the wares and snacks at Ben Thanh Market, walk along the Saigon River or take a nighttime cruise for a chance to see the city in a different light." Other Asian destinations featured in the list are Ayutthaya in Thailand, Bangladesh … [Read more...] about HCMC among must-go destinations in 2023: US travel magazine

At the event (Photo: VNA) During the three-day event, cultures of several countries, foreign localities and Ho Chi Minh City will be introduced via cultural spaces. Visitors will also have a chance to visit an exhibition on the city’s external activities and display of outstanding hi-tech agricultural products. Martial art performance at the festival (Photo: VNA) They are also to be treated to professional and amateur music and sport performances, and local foods that affirms Ho Chi Minh City as a “common home” where cultures of the world and Vietnamese ethnic groups and regions meet. The event is also expected to introduce Ho Chi Minh City as an attractive tourism and business destination for international friends while creating conditions for foreign localities to form cooperative and twinned relations with the city. Vietnamplus … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh City festival highlights world cultures