Shining Vietnamese flavors at the Prague Food Culture Festival 2025

According to VNA correspondent in Prague, on June 7, at Victory Square, the cultural heart of Prague 6 district, Czech Republic, the Vietnamese Embassy coordinated with partners TAMDA FOODS, Linsan and the Czech-Vietnamese Education Center to organize the 8th International Food Culture Festival.

Vietnamese Ambassador to the Czech Republic, Mr. Duong Hoai Nam, took a souvenir photo with representatives of embassy staff at the food festival on June 7 in Prague, Czech Republic. Photo: Viet Dung/VNA correspondent in the Czech Republic

This year's event brings together 56 countries, connecting quintessential cultural values, where culinary arts become a bridge between civilizations and a vibrant forum to promote the unique identity of each nation to the international community.

With 5 elaborately and meticulously invested booths, the Vietnam exhibition area stands out among the colorful flags with the brilliant red of the national flag, along with the rustic charm of conical hats, silk paintings, and traditional ceramics. Each artifact, each dish, each stroke of the pen in the cultural publications seems to speak out with pride about a Vietnam with a strong identity, but always open to the world .

This is one of the key activities in a series of events celebrating the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and the Czech Republic and is also an opportunity to affirm Vietnam's active and proactive role in international cultural exchange. The event took place under the auspices of the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Czech Republic, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Prague 6 District Government.

Local people and representatives of foreign embassies participated and enjoyed dishes at the Vietnamese booth. Photo: Viet Dung/VNA reporter in the Czech Republic

Like a silent yet enchanting messenger, Vietnamese cuisine has left a deep impression on the hearts of international diners. Vietnam's culinary stalls have truly "held back" thousands of visitors with dishes imbued with the soul of the countryside: from crispy fried spring rolls, sweet beef pho, to passionate iced milk coffee, and cool fresh coconut water. Each dish is not only a delicate combination of ingredients and techniques, but also a story of the region, tradition and humanity.

In particular, for the first time at an international festival in Europe, typical Vietnamese seafood products such as cuttlefish, whole squid, shelled and shellless clams were widely introduced to Czech consumers and friends around the world. The presence of these products not only affirms the quality and export value of Vietnamese agricultural and aquatic products, but also opens the door to sustainable trade cooperation with the potential European market.

Not only stopping at the taste, the Vietnamese pavilion is also a vibrant cultural space with unique folk art performances. The bustling sounds of traditional musical instruments, the soft dances with national soul have contributed to enriching the memorable experiences for international visitors, creating a festive atmosphere that is both bustling and profound.

Speaking at the event, Ambassador Duong Hoai Nam emphasized: “The culinary culture festival is not only a place to introduce the quintessence of national cuisine, but also a valuable opportunity for Vietnam to promote the image of the country, people and cultural identity to international friends. This is also a foundation to enhance people-to-people exchanges, contributing to promoting mutual understanding between nations. The Vietnam - Czech relationship is growing stronger and stronger, especially after being upgraded to a Strategic Partnership in January 2025. Cultural promotion activities this year will be a concrete and vivid bridge, contributing to realizing that relationship in a practical, effective and commensurate manner with the stature of the two countries."

Ms. Natálie, a Czech diner, visited and enjoyed food at the Vietnamese Embassy booth at the Food Festival. Photo: Viet Dung/VNA reporter in the Czech Republic

Lukas Bezchleba, a Prague resident, expressed his love for Vietnamese culture: “I have traveled to Vietnam and have unforgettable memories of the cuisine here. Today, enjoying pho and fried spring rolls right in the heart of Prague, I feel like I am returning to that land once again.”

Meanwhile, Violet, a Spanish student studying in the Czech Republic, excitedly said: “This is my first time attending this festival and I was really attracted by the bustling atmosphere and cultural diversity here. Vietnamese fried spring rolls are my favorite dish - crispy, rich in flavor and very special when eaten with dipping sauce. I will definitely come back to this dish many times!”

With around 15,000 visitors, the Prague Food and Culture Festival 2025 is a vivid demonstration of the appeal of cultural exchange in the era of globalization. Activities such as music performances, traditional dances, and handicraft exhibitions have created a colorful picture of the world, in which Vietnam appears brilliantly with its rich identity and strong vitality.

The active and prominent participation of the Vietnamese Embassy at the event not only contributes to affirming the country's position in the international arena, but also strengthens the sustainable connection between the Vietnamese community and the host society, adding pride and motivation for Vietnamese culture to continue to spread across five continents.

Source: https://bvhttdl.gov.vn/toa-sang-huong-vi-viet-tai-le-hoi-van-hoa-am-thuc-praha-2025-20250609083910346.htm