Việt Nam’s former capital Huế is proud of its áo dài history, the traditional national dress, and has been making plans to revive the elegant garment to its former glory.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
with culinary expert Hollenstein from Movenpick Hotel Hanoi
with culinary expert Hollenstein from Movenpick Hotel Hanoi
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.
Most children had a favourite teacher at school. Mine was called Mr Forshaw, although the pupils would call him something very different not printable in this newspaper.
Nhung is the only female shooting coach of a national team in Asia. In Rio Olympics 2016, she was the only female shooting coach.
The closure of a popular neighbourhood eatery stirs delicious memories
Huệ Nguyễn, a young artist of Vietnamese origin, is building a reputation as one of the best tattooists around.
Even the most passionate meat-lovers will be surprised by the bargain vegetarian buffet served up by Thanh Phúc Chay Restaurant in Gia Lâm District. Thanh Hà reports.
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.
The central city has been a key port for geopolitics and a crucial military post for Viet Nam since the first battle against French and Spanish forces in 1858-60. Hoài Nam reports.
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.
