Unique cafe spreads environmental message

The Old Quarter of Hà Nội has many interesting surprises hidden down narrow lanes and in tiny houses where you can find a fresh taste of tranquility away from the busy streets. Hidden Gem Cafe on Hàng Tre Street is one such destination.

L’Usine: a “three in one” destination

Aside from its fine food and drinks, L’Usine has become well-known among city connoisseurs for its “three in one” concept that offers a one-stop destination with a bar, an art gallery and restaurant.

A Robusta take on coffee

As one of the world’s top coffee exporters, Việt Nam is shifting its focus to the sustainable cultivation and promotion of specialty coffee, with the aim of improving its coffee brand and quality. Bồ Xuân Hiệp reports.

Bagasse and shrimp, a recipe for eco-friendly products

Two science-minded students Mai Cao Kỳ Duyên and Ngô Thị Diễm Thúy from the central city of Huế have successfully developed a new type of eco-friendly and waterproof paper that can be used as a viable alternative to plastic.

Triathlete offers inspirational story

Lâm Túc Ngân has tried her arm at a variety of sports, and after just three years of training she claimed the top prize at Ironman 70.3 Đà Nẵng 2018. She talks with Bùi Quỳnh Hoa about her passion for the sport

Coco Prawns

with culinary expert Hollenstein from Movenpick Hotel Hanoi

Flowered Tuna

with culinary expert Hollenstein from Movenpick Hotel Hanoi

Academies key to nurturing golf in Việt Nam

Legendary golfer and Việt Nam Tourism Ambassador for 2018-2021, Greg Norman, has accepted the position as supervisor of the newly-founded Việt Nam Golf Tourism Association (VGTA). He talks to Minh Thu about his commitment to bringing the country’s golf tourism to the world.

Director cannot enjoy art in the usual way

Forbes Vietnam published a list of the 50 most influential women in Việt Nam early this month to celebrate International Women’s Day. Meritorious Artist Trần Ly Ly was one of the representatives named in the field of media and creativity on the list. She has been acting-director of Việt Nam Opera & Ballet for a year.

Former fisherman fashions fantastic flotilla

Inspired by his passion for river and sea landscapes with fishing boats as the focus, a fisherman has created a collection of 400 model fishing boats and cargo ships over the course of more than 30 years.

Trash collector protects ‘ever green’ Sơn Trà

Đào Đặng Công Trung, 41, has worked as a voluntary trash collector in the Sơn Trà Nature Reserve in the central city of Đà Nẵng over the past decade since he was captivated by the beauty of the reserve.

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