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16/04/2024

A culinary event named "Taste Sweden - Qua chieu" was held in commemoration of the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Sweden and Vietnam.

At the event, participants were invited to try fusion dishes inspired by Vietnamese and Swedish cuisine, such as Vietnamese banh mi stuffed with Swedish meatballs and beetroot salad; Swedish sausage wrapped in Vietnamese pancake; and Swedish hamburger made of Vietnamese ingredients.

On April 13, in Hanoi, the Embassy of Sweden to Vietnam held a culinary event named "Taste Sweden - Qua chieu," where participants were invited to try fusion dishes inspired by Vietnamese and Swedish cuisine.

04/03/2024

As the son of an American veteran and Agent Orange victim, Ben Quick’s story has been forever intertwined with Vietnam and its people. Now the writer and photographer has settled in Da Nang, building literal and metaphorical bridges with his Vietnamese neighbors.

As the son of an American veteran and Agent Orange victim, Ben Quick’s story has been forever intertwined with Vietnam and its people. Now the writer and photographer has settled in Da Nang, building literal and metaphorical bridges with his Vietnamese neighbors.

28/02/2024

For diplomats to Vietnam, Tet is more than just the beginning of a new year. As the country enters the year of the Dragon, they share with the VietnamTimes their thoughts about this special occasion.

For diplomats to Vietnam, Tet is more than just the beginning of a new year. As the country enters the year of the Dragon, they share with the VietnamTimes their thoughts about this special occasion.

22/12/2022

After a year, with 4 songs and 2 MVs, Tokyo-based Vietnamese/ Japanese band KURROCK is excited to look back on the past journey with Vietnam Times and share their feelings about the upcoming Vietnam Tour.

Watch their greeting message right below and check out more about their 2022’s accomplishments in the comment section!


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KURROCK’s latest MV - “MONG” on Youtube

15/12/2022

OUR BEST PHOTO SERIES CONTRIBUTOR AND HER STORIES 🔔🔔🔔

Lavonne Bosman is a South African photographer. She majored in Drama at the University of Stellenbosch (South Africa). In 2016, Lavonne earned a residency at SMArt (Sustainable Mountain Art), a program that raised awareness on specific challenges affecting mountain regions such as climate change.

Now, as a member of Vietnam in Focus Tours, Lavonne leads tourists on photo expeditions throughout northern Vietnam. ️🎉️🎉

Her unique approach are shown in a remarkable article: The Final Days of Tay Ho's Ghost Ships.

Check out right below!

South African photographer Lavonne Bosman shares her photos of the abandoned boats in West Lake and the struggles to capture a single moment in time amidst ever-changing Hanoi.

08/12/2022

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐋𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐧
𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟐!

Over the past year, VietnamTimes has called for submission for our Photo Series. Thank you all for your enthusiastic contribution 🌈

After going through all the photos we have found the most active participant!

Congratulations to Photographer Lavonne Bosman for winning 2 tickets to “DANZAS DEL FUEGO - The rhythm of the night” - a concert by Music Director Olivier Ochanine, the Sun Symphony Orchestra, and fabulous Korean guitarist Bokyung Byun, who will play the most performed guitar concerto of the 20th Century – Rodrigo’s Concierto de Aranjuez ️🎶️🎶️🎶

Follow VietnamTimes for more giveaways and The Sun Symphony Orchestra, Hanoi for great music performances! ️🎉️🎉
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“DANZAS DEL FUEGO - The rhythm of the night”
⏱ 20.00, 11/12/2022
🏛 Hanoi Opera House
📣 Ticket available at: http://bit.ly/3iqL3ZN

11/11/2022

Alone =/= Lonely!

This 11.11, also known as Single’s Day, it is time to hold a “Party for one”.

Embrace the sweetness of singleness and take yourself on a date at some of the most interesting hidden gems in Hanoi!

10/11/2022

Experience the mounting thrills of Hanoi's live music scene as VNT writer Jason Law investigates how musicians are coping after Vietnam's lengthy lockdowns.



Read on: https://vietnamtimes.org.vn/the-slow-but-sure-revival-of-hanois-live-music-48215.html

01/11/2022

In his award-winning film project “Once Upon A Bridge in Vietnam”, French director François Bibonne captured his journey to Vietnam, the homeland of his dear grandmother, and discussed his multicultural identity by exploring the country's classic music scene.

Check out his interview with VietnamTimes in the comment section!


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Francois Bibonne’s debut documentary film: “Once Upon A Bridge in Vietnam” (2021)
Best Short Documentary Film of Los Angeles Film Awards 2022, Best Documentary Short of New York International Film Awards 2022 (February category)
More information available .com

20/10/2022

For the celebration of Vietnamese Women's Day (October 20th), Vietnam Times' expat writer, Glen MacDonald, presents a list of influential Vietnamese women who have been fighting for independence, justice, and social change in a multitude of ways.

For centuries, Vietnamese women have been fighting for independence, justice, and social change in a multitude of ways. In celebration of Vietnamese Women's Day (October 20th), VNT writer Glen MacDonald shared a list of influential Vietnamese women and their important causes.

19/10/2022

𝐖𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧'𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲?
𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐰!

As the celebration calls, expats and locals are mind-boggling among a sea of gift choices. With this list, we offer tips to spice up your gift-giving game with something custom, creative, and still budget-friendly.

Read on: https://vietnamtimes.org.vn/vnese-women-day-2022-best-homeland-gifts-to-celebrate-the-women-in-your-life-48284.html

Shower the women in your life with gifts this Vietnamese Women's Day, they deserve it!

17/10/2022

As the Vietnamese palate prefers sweet fruits over baked goods, expats are craving cookies and cakes from the Western world. Fortunately, one Singaporean woman is enchanting Tay Ho with her decadent desserts.

Check out her story in the comment section!