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The provincial government hosted a press conference on Tuesday, announcing the highly anticipated Culture, Sports, and Tourism Week. This year, the week-long celebration will commence on November 28 and conclude on December 4, as shared by Nguyen Thanh Thanh, the director of the provincial Department of Culture, Sports, and Tourism. According to Thanh, this year’s festivities will encompass 11 flagship events. These include an opening ceremony and a tourism promotion conference, joined by Ho Chi Minh City and 13 Mekong Delta provinces. The conference will also showcase the One Commune One Product initiative, highlighting the region’s diverse offerings. Among the week’s attractions is the Long An – South Korea Trade and Culinary Fair, offering a unique blend of cultural exchange and delicious cuisine. There will also be dedicated areas for cultural interactions, sports competitions, and a music festival, ensuring there is something for everyone. The official banner for the seco...

Can Tho City hosted a vibrant two-day cultural exchange event at Luu Huu Phuoc Park in Ninh Kieu District, celebrating the unique bond between Vietnam and South Korea. The festival, an annual occurrence since its inception in 2022, witnessed an enthusiastic turnout with 50 stalls showcasing the very best of both nations’ culture, tourism, cuisine, education, and trade opportunities. Nguyen Thuc Hien, deputy chairman of the Can Tho administration, highlighted the event’s popularity among businesses and people, especially the youth, during the opening ceremony. Apart from the colorful stalls, the festival featured a dynamic K-Dance Klech performance, a summary of the K-pop Academy program, a culinary journey through traditional Vietnamese and Korean dishes, and engaging folk games from both countries. A highlight of the event was the Vietnam-South Korea art exchange that spanned two enchanting evenings, bringing together artists from both countries. This cross-cultural dialogue fostere...

Organizers decided to double the servings to accommodate the influx of festival-goers. The Vietnam Pho Festival 2024 commenced in Seoul on Saturday, introducing culinary enthusiasts to the unique flavors of Vietnam’s iconic national dish. The festival is a collaborative effort between the Embassy of Vietnam in South Korea, Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper, and Saigontourist Group, under the guidance of the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the People’s Committee of Ho Chi Minh City. On Sunday morning, a large crowd gathered at Pie Factory, 441 Gwangnaru-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, eager to indulge in the symbolic Vietnamese pho . Vendors at the Vietnam ‘Pho’ Festival 2024 in Seoul increased their servings to match the surge in visitors on the event’s second day, October 6, 2024. Huynh Nhu, a Vietnamese student in South Korea, shared that she returned to the festival on Sunday after an enjoyable experience the day before. “The Vietnam Pho Festival 2024 is a special ev...

‘Pho’, the iconic Vietnamese dish of rice noodles, broth, and meat, is taking center stage at the upcoming festival. With tens of renowned ‘pho’ brands gearing up for the event, the preparations are in full swing to delight diners and make this annual celebration a memorable one. Co-organized by the Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper and Saigontourist Group, under the guidance of Vietnam’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the administration of Ho Chi Minh City, this festival promises to be a culinary journey like no other. A recent working session was held by the organizing team to ensure seamless planning for the festival in Seoul. This year, over 20 ‘pho’ brands will showcase the very best of Vietnamese ‘pho’ culture in South Korea, including household names such as Pho Dau, Pho Phu Gia, and Pho Thin Bo Ho – 1 Hang Tre. While traditional ‘pho’ will be the star of the show, diners in South Korea are in for a treat with unique twists on the classic dish. Get ready to indulge in ‘pho’ infuse...