Nón ba tầm: ancient hats made from leaves

Before the mid-20th century, Nón ba tầm and other hats with big rims were common in the literature, photos and art from Northern Vietnam, however, since 1940 they have all but been replaced by the ubiquitous conical hat, and few even recognise their names anymore.

Technology students create a big 3D scanner

A group of students of the Hanoi University of Science and Technology have successfully finished their research on a 3D scanner that can measure a person’s entire body.

The gym teacher of Đà Nẵng beach

The sight of people crawling along Da Nang beach on their stomachs in the early morning draws the attention of passers-by. It is all part of the novel free exercise classes being run by 33-year-old Do Quang Anh to improve his community’s health. Thanh Tran reports.

European cuisine with Asian sophistication

Combining the subtle tastes of excellent European fare with the private sophistication of an Asian hideaway, VinSteak restaurant is the perfect place for a business meeting
or a romantic rendezvous. Moc Mien reports.

 

Shrimp Mousse Wrapped Sugarcane

Don’t miss out the authentic Chao tom - shrimp mousse wrap sugarcane, coming from the central of Vietnam, prepared by Chef Cuong from JW Marriott Hotel Hanoi.

Discovering the wonderland below our feet

Cave enthusiasts describe why the caves in Việt Nam are enchanting travellers from all over the world, and why it will trigger a tourism boom in the near future. Thuỳ Linh and Quỳnh Hoa report.

VN builds maps to warn of natural calamilties

Both the Government and locals working with a USAID project are mapping out potential sources of disaster so that communities can prepare for potential calamities better in the future. Hà Nguyễn reports.

A rendezvous with nostalgia by the ocean

For those seeking the nostalgia of traditional home cooking, you need go no further than Hỉ Villa Restaurant in Đà Nẵng. Sitting in the shade of mango trees next to the ocean, you can eat traditional food from any part of Việt Nam. Hoài Nam reports.

Solo performer opens own puppetry museum

At the age of 75, artist Dương Văn Học, who is well known as a pioneer in contemporary solo puppetry in Việt Nam, is still busy performing, teaching and writing about puppetry and managing a small “puppetry museum” in the coastal city of Nha Trang in central Khánh Hòa Province.

Doctors, embassy bring health care to Kon Tum

As part of their social initiatives, Family Medical Practice Vietnam and the Embassy of Israel in Việt Nam have co-organised free medical checkups and treatment camps for needy residents of nine communes in Kon Plông from September 11-18.

Avocado and Crab Gratin

A must try for the new season! The dish is brought to you by chef Morris from Hemispheres Steak and Seafood Grill restaurant.

Design master leaves mark on world stage

Vietnamese designer Võ Việt Chung recently received two awards, Designer of the Year and Best International Designer, from the Fashion Forward programme in the US for his contribution to world fashion. He speaks with Võ Lệ Hồng after returning from New York.

 

Director investigates eternity, life and love

Famous Vietnamese-French movie director Trần Anh Hùng marks his return after years working in silence premiering Eternite (Eternity) at cinemas from September 9. He talks with Minh Thu.

Cake baker Anh: Let me sweeten your day

At just 22, Anh is already the owner of Mito Sweets, a brand focusing on cakes, sweets and training. He’s also authored many magazine articles on how to make cakes.

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