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For the first time, Vancouver played host to a stellar roster of over 100 talented chefs at the World Championship of Chinese Cuisine (WCCC). This international culinary event challenged participants to create two dishes across three categories: cold, hot, and dim sum, all within a tight time frame. Judges evaluated the dishes based on taste, presentation, creativity, and preparation. The opening and closing ceremonies were well-attended by over 400 dignitaries from politics, culture, and media, underscoring the event’s significance within the industry. Dodie Hung, Executive Vice President – Corporate Affairs (front, first left), Simon Wu, President – Americas of Lee Kum Kee (front, fifth left), and the Lee Kum Kee team celebrate with the winning teams from the Chinese Culinary Institute of Hong Kong. Dodie Hung, Executive Vice President – Corporate Affairs of Lee Kum Kee , shared, “We at Lee Kum Kee are dedicated to promoting Chinese culinary culture globally, fostering a ...

Throughout my entire life, I have always been against having a pet. I used to frown upon and make comments about those “crazy” people who bring their dogs or cats everywhere with them. However, a few months ago, my wife surprised me with a six-week-old dog named Mun. This brought up a new question for me: how do foreigners take care of their pets in Vietnam? There is no doubt that every country has different cultural norms when it comes to pets, whether it’s in cafes, restaurants, offices, or shopping malls. But I had no idea how I would take care of a dog in an apartment in Ho Chi Minh City. My initial concern was about my apartment. Every floor of the building has a sign that says no dogs or cats allowed. However, in true Vietnamese spirit, this seems to be a rule that is not really enforced. While it’s clear that the management does not allow dogs or cats, almost every other apartment seems to have one. From what I gather, this rule is only enforced if there are complaints. Until ...