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Pho, a beloved breakfast dish among Hanoians, has become an iconic symbol of Vietnam’s rich culinary culture, gaining international recognition beyond its borders. On December 2, a new restaurant, “Pho Ha Noi 1979,” opened its doors in the heart of Sydney, Australia, on Burwood Street. Pho Ha Noi 1979 attracted a crowd of Vietnamese Pho enthusiasts on its opening day. Photo: VNA The restaurant quickly gained popularity, with diners lining up to indulge in the fragrant and flavorful Pho. The unique taste of this dish lies in the intricate blend of spices and herbs, with the soul of Pho residing in its slowly cooked broth. This careful preparation infuses the broth with a rich, gentle sweetness and an irresistible aroma. The flat noodles, made from rice flour, have a soft and slightly chewy texture. A complete bowl of Pho is adorned with green onions and herbs, with optional additions of bean sprouts, lime juice, fresh chili slices, chili sauce, or chili-garlic vinegar to...

A report by the FIFA Sub-Committee on Human Rights & Social Responsibility addressed a request from the Norwegian Football Federation (NFF) at the FIFA Congress regarding compensating workers involved in constructing Qatar’s World Cup stadiums. FIFA recently announced a $50 million legacy fund for social programs but faced criticism from Amnesty International for not directly addressing the families of migrant workers who faced exploitation or death during the construction process. While the Middle Eastern country has denied allegations of worker exploitation, the report acknowledges that some workers have not received adequate remediation for their contributions to the successful FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. It states that although the primary responsibility lies with the employers and the Government of Qatar, FIFA also has a duty to take additional measures to provide remedies to these workers. The report highlights various “human rights impacts” suffered by workers from 2010-2...

According to the website, Banh Cuon, Vietnamese steamed rice rolls, are made to order. Diners can watch as the chef steams the rice sheets and makes the rolls right in front of them. Michelin recommends two types of Banh Cuon – one filled with minced pork and black fungus, and another version with a soft poached egg. Diners can also add pork meatloaf and sausage, and season the fish sauce dip with fresh herbs, chili, lime, or garlic. Banh Cuon Banh cuon, Vietnamese steamed rice rolls, are made to order. The lady at the entrance steams the rice sheets and crafts the rolls right before your eyes. There are two varieties available: the more common type is filled with minced pork and black fungus, and the other version features a soft poached egg. Diners have the option to add pork meatloaf and sausage, and season the fish sauce dip with fresh herbs, chili, lime, or garlic. The sellers carefully split each roll when serving to prevent tearing them apart. Care for some Phnom P...

Gia Lai Culture-Tourism Week took place from November 11-19, showcasing a variety of activities aimed at promoting the culture and tourism of the Central Highlands. Deputy Minister of Culture and Tourism, Ta Quang Dong, emphasized that the event celebrates the cultural significance of the gong space in the region, which has been recognized as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity by UNESCO. The festival also served as a platform for ethnic groups from the Central Highlands to come together and exchange experiences in preserving, promoting, and disseminating the gong culture. According to Dong, the event attracted over 165,000 domestic and international visitors in just a few days. Foreigners try Ruou Can (Tube wine) at the festival. Photo: H.N One of the highlights of the festival was the “Gia Lai City Trail 2023 – The Great Dream” running race, which left a strong impression on Vietnamese participants and international tourists. The race attracted nearly 4,000 ru...

Tet, the Vietnamese Lunar New Year, is celebrated by various ethnic groups in Vietnam. Each ethnic group has its own unique customs and traditions when it comes to welcoming Tet. These customs and traditions contribute to the rich cultural diversity of the country. During Tet, traditional cakes are an important part of the celebrations for the Kinh, Hoa, and Khmer ethnic groups. These cakes are not only made to worship their ancestors, but also to pray for a happy life on special occasions. A special exhibition showcases more than 200 images, documents, and artifacts that depict the customs of celebrating Tet among the Kinh, Khmer, Hoa, and Cham ethnic groups. As the Lunar New Year approaches, people from all parts of Vietnam travel back to their hometowns to participate in family reunions. This is a long-standing tradition during Tet, which is considered the biggest holiday of the year. Preparations are made for Chol Chnam Thmay, the New Ye...

During the festive period, traders flock to Xuan Quan flower village to purchase flowers, which are in ample supply and reasonably priced. Customers travel to the village for its huge variety and affordable prices. Gardeners in Xuan Quan are always busy during this time of the year. Customers love colourful flower pots as they make great decorations for their balconies. Xuan Quan farmers specialize in growing various kinds of petunias. One of the most popular flowers among customers is camellia. Many customers take advantage of the cheap prices to buy flower pots for decoration or as gifts for friends and colleagues. A single flower pot costs just a few thousand VND. A flower festival will be held in Xuan Quan flower village on December 22, offering customers a wide range of reasonably priced flower pots to choose from. Customers come to Xuan Quan flower village from various localities. W...

The exhibition “Hanh Trinh Di…” or “A Journey…” by painter Nguyen Thị Thuy Huong will open on December 23 at 45 Trang Tien Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi. Painter Nguyen Thi Thu Huong with one of her favorite lotus flower artwork. Photo Ha Nguyen Huong’s 40-painting collection depicts stories of lotus flowers in different places and landscapes, inspiring viewers with unforgettable feelings. The paintings include “Lotus by the Perfume River”, “Lotus along Thames River”, “Learning from Lotus,” and “Lulling Lotus”, among others. Apart from using oil paints, this time, Huong also introduces to art lovers works depicting banana and bamboo trees with traditional lacquer paints, such as in her Tre Viet or Vietnamese Bamboo. “These trees are popular among Vietnamese because they are available at every corner of the country’s rural areas from Mong Cai in the north through the central region to Ca Mau Province in the south. “Banana is a nutritional fruit that is very good...

Vietnam is on track this year to bump Britain from its long-time place among the US’s top seven goods trading partners, VNA citied an article run by Bloomberg on December 19. The US remains the largest market for Vietnamese seafood exports. Photo: VNA The article cited data from the US Census Bureau showing that the UK’s share of the US merchandise trade slid to 2.6% through the first 10 months of this year while Vietnam’s rose to 2.7%. In full-year numbers going back almost 20 years, the top seven US partners in goods trade have consistently been Canada, Mexico, China, Japan , Germany, the Republic of Korea, and the UK, though their position within the group has shifted around, it said. Vietnam didn’t appear in the bureau’s top-15 list until 2019, and it has climbed ever since, ending last year at No. 10. If Vietnam’s lead over the UK holds for the final two months of 2022, it will be the first time that a majority of the top seven are Asian economies, read the articl...

Emiliano Martinez saved the first two Dutch penalties to give Argentina a huge advantage and Lautaro Martinez sent Andries Noppert the wrong way to set up a date for the South Americans with Croatia in the semi-finals on Tuesday. Messi celebrated with arms aloft in front of the massed ranks of Argentina fans, his hopes of securing football’s biggest prize at the fifth attempt intact for a few more days. “Argentina are among the four best in the world because they show that they know how to play every game with the same desire and the same intensity,” said the seven-times Ballon D’or winner. Soccer Football – FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 – Quarter Final – Netherlands v Argentina – Lusail Stadium, Lusail, Qatar – December 9, 2022 Netherlands’ Memphis Depay in action with Argentina’s Cristian Romero REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed “A lot of joy, a lot of happiness. We didn’t have to go to extra time or penalties, we had to suffer. But we got through and it’s impressive.” A third ben...