French Cuisine Festival Returns to Vietnam in April

Balade en France, a French gastronomy festival, will take place in Hanoi from April 5 to 7 at Thong Nhat Park, Hanoi in honor of French cuisine and the upcoming 2024 Paris Summer Olympics.
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March 31, 2024 | 09:54

In cooperation with the Hanoi People's Committee, the French Embassy in Vietnam is hosting this event that will showcase more than 80 booths featuring a wide range of French foods accompanied by live cooking demonstrations and tastings.

Residents coming to the event will be able to indulge in high-quality food products from France such as apples, cold cuts, dairy, chocolate, cheese, and wine.

French Cuisine Festival Returns to Vietnam in April
French Ambassador to Vietnam Olivier Brochet spoke at the conference. (Photo: Le Nhan)

"Both Vietnamese and French individuals share a passion for delicious cuisine, which is the focal point of our event," said the French Ambassador to Vietnam Olivier Brochet. He also affirmed that beyond just introducing French cuisine, this event encourages a friendly exchange between France and Vietnam.

In celebration of the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris, "Balade en France 2024" also features a "Sports Village" with various activities such as golf, archery, and basketball.

With the slogan "Culinary Flavors, Sports Colors," the French Embassy in Vietnam wants to encourage good health habits by consuming nutritious food and engaging in sports.

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