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The closing ceremony was an exhilarating event held on Sunday evening at District 5’s Culture and Sports Center.  A vast crowd gathered to witness the spectacular performances, filling the venue with their enthusiastic cheers, waving flags, and chanting ‘Vietnam’ in unison throughout the night. The Mieu Bay Ba troupe from An Giang Province, southern Vietnam, claimed the top spot in the International District 5 Open Kylin-Lion-Dragon Championship. Photo : Thuong Khai / Tuoi Tre The championship witnessed an array of impressive performances by both international and domestic troupes, who wowed the audience with their creative and dynamic moves, showcasing not only their technical prowess but also a strong sense of national pride and unity. Following a closely contested competition, Chung Huy Duong from Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City, secured second place. Xuan Long Dragon and Lion Dance Rawang Selangor from Malaysia and Tai Anh Duong from An Giang also delivered r...

Cyrus Nguyen is an exceptional culinary artist, infusing his dishes with creativity and a deep passion for food. His culinary journey began in the kitchens of a Japanese restaurant during his university days, where he discovered the joy of cooking despite the demanding nature of kitchen work. A Culinary Odyssey: From Finance to Flavor Cyrus Nguyen, born in 1984 in Ho Chi Minh City, with roots in Hue City, central Vietnam, initially pursued a degree in finance in the United States. However, his heart wasn’t in the corporate world, and he soon found his way back to the kitchen, driven by fond memories of his university job. He traded in his briefcase for a chef’s hat and enrolled at the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu culinary school, where he earned a Grand Diplôme. This marked the beginning of his transformation into a master chef. His talent and dedication led him to work alongside the best in the industry, including a stint as a junior chef at the Michelin-starred Per Se in New York. ...