Hà Nội oldest silk village preserves its own style

While many handicraft villages in Hà Nội are still struggling to build a brand for themselves in the market economy, Vạn Phúc Village has found a way to preserve the traditional craft of silk weaving that has been the staple of the area for hundreds of years.

Asian Salmon Fillet

This is another dish worth tasting in winter for those who are fans of salmon.

City-sized incubator makes a leap in Hangzhou

The story China wants to tell today is a scenario of smart cities with cashless payment, modern offices and high-quality labour forces. And an incubator called Dream Town is Hangzhou’s answer.

Taste of Thanh Hóa in the heart of Hà Nội

Hương Vị Xứ Thanh celebrates the culinary style of Thanh Hóa through typical dishes. Owner Lương Xuân Nguyên is so passionate about his food he specially sourced most of the ingredients from the province. Hoàng Linh reports.

Rampant wall painting threatens street art: artists

The rising number of murals has breathed new life into Hà Nội’s streets, however, artists and art-lovers warn that poor paintings popping up all over the city are threatening the value of street art as well as the capital’s image.

Hard-working mum wins opera contest

Opera singer Đào Tố Loan, who started her career from zero, now teaches at the Việt Nam Academy of Music. She speaks with Lê Hương after winning first prize at the Singapore Lyric Opera ASEAN Vocal Competition 2018.

Technology expert goes back to his roots

After years researching the nutritional value of cassava, Dương Ngọc Ảnh from Quảng Nam Province has revolutionised the instant noodle market in Việt Nam by making the easy treat from the common root. Now he plans to grow his business and take his innovation nationwide.Trần Hoàng Nam reports.

Vietnamese designers embrace eco fashion

To Mông ethnic women in mountainous areas of Việt Nam, their traditional outfits reveal more than just their self-image. Hồng Vân & Lê Hương report.

Volunteers inspire visitors on city tours

Some 200 people, mostly retirees, have been working as volunteer tour guides in Seoul under the management of the Seoul Tourism Organisation. They have influenced tourists with their enthusiasm for the city. Lê Hương is impressed.

Matcha Roll

Matcha Roll Cake is a Matcha flavoured sponge cake rolled with Anko (sweet red bean) whipped cream. This western style dessert has traditional Japanese flavours, however, it is light enough to be a perfect ending after any kind of meal.

Art exhibition exists forever in public spaces

Virtual art is still a new concept in Việt Nam, but Manzi Art Space in Hà Nội has launched recently Into Thin Air 2 – a new application which offers users a completely new way to enjoy art.

Living a humble life of charity in Ha Noi

Maria Nguyễn Thị Gái, a 75 year-old woman, leads a humble life in the capital city. She still works everyday to earn money to do charity work. Trần Hoàng Nam reports.

 

Bird haven hosts eco tourism hotspot

Chi Lăng Stork Island Tourism Site, in the northern province of Hải Dương, has been an attractive destination for wild birds. Local authorities have implemented a project to upgrade the eco-tourism site to attract more birds and people. Lê Hương & Hồng Vân explore.

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