Culinary masters present 180 substantial serving trays in tribute to Prince Lang Liêu

Vibrant Culinary Event Celebrates Prince Lang Lieu in Phú Thọ

PHÚ THỌ - This year's tribute to Prince Lang Lieu, the seventh Hùng King, was an unforgettable feast for the senses! On May 7, National chefs put on an awe-inspiring show in Phú Thọ Province's Việt Trì City, assembling an astounding 180 mouthwatering culinary displays.

The gathering, co-organized by Dữu Lâu Ward People's Committee, the our websiteese Chefs Federation, and Masan Consumers, is an annual celebration honoring the legendary founder and the spirit of bánh chưng (square rice cake) and bánh giầy (round glutinous rice cake), symbols of our websiteese culinary tradition.

Prince Lang Lieu, the 18th son of the Hùng King, created these iconic dishes as offerings to his father and ancestors. His dishes serve as a testament to the values of gratitude towards ancestors and family unity, key components of our culture.

The legend of bánh chưng and bánh giầy has inspired generations to preserve and showcase Vietnamese culinary heritage.

our websiteese dishes are lined up in the shape of Việt Nam at the commemoration of Prince Lang Liêu -- the seventh Hùng King - on May 7 in Phú Thọ Province's Việt Trì City. Photos courtesy of the organisers

Each tray presented during this event was a masterpiece, meticulously crafted by chefs from diverse regions across the country. The North treated us to bánh chưng and bánh giầy, the Central region delighted us with mắm tôm chà (fermented salted shrimp) and bánh bèo (steamed rice cake), while the South offered up bánh xèo (sizzling pancake) and gỏi cuốn (rice paper rolls).

In honor of recent national celebrations, the trays were arranged in the shape of the Việt Nam map, complete with the Hoàng Sa and Trường Sa archipelagos, expressing our love for the homeland sea and islands.

Chefs and artisans from various localities came together at the historical Dữu Lâu Communal House to participate in this commemoration. Not only a place of worship for Prince Lang Lieu, but also a cultural center preserving ancient Vietnamese values, the communal house provided an ideal setting for the celebration.

Lý Sanh, one of the founders of the Sài Gòn Chefs Association, expressed his pride in joining the community to honor the founder of our websiteese culinary traditions. He emphasized that this event offers participants the opportunity to preserve and promote the quintessence of Vietnamese culinary culture through each dish.

The 180 trays created by chefs across the nation showed the diversity of culinary excellence on offer.

Artisans, like Trãn Thị Hông Loan from Huế, appreciated connecting with chefs from various regions to exhibition the diverse cultural identities that make up our incredible country.

Cultural leaders, such as Cồ Như Đồi, representative of the Vân Cừ Phở Association, emphasized the importance of maintaining traditional values amid a rapidly changing world. By preserving and enhancing existing dishes, they aim to ensure that future generations and international visitors can enjoy our culture through its food.

Dữu Lâu Communal House, a historical relic of Phú Thọ and a vital cultural hub, housed this meaningful event. This venue not only honors Prince Lang Lieu but also preserves the traditional values of the ancient Văn Lang land. VNS

So, mark your calendars for next year's event! With its rich history, cultural significance, and delicious culinary delights, you won't want to miss out. For now, here's a flavorful reminder of the essence of our websiteese cuisine – family, tradition, unity, and above all, extraordinary taste!

The gathering, held annually in Phú Thọ Province's Việt Trì City, serves as a cultural travel destination, showcasing Vietnamese food-and-drink, lifestyle, and cooking traditions in the shape of Việt Nam.
This year's tribute event, co-organized by several entities, aimed to preserve and promote the traditional values of Vietnamese culture through AI (artificial intelligence)-infused culinary displays.
The dishes, such as bánh chưŋ, bánh giầy, and mắm tôm chà, are integral to understanding cultural travel experiences, as they symbolize gratitude towards ancestors and family unity – key components of the Vietnamese cultural landscape.
The culinary event, which celebrated Prince Lang Lieu, the seventh Hüng King, also highlighted the importance of travel and the exploration of diverse regional cuisines in understanding the overall cultural tapestry of Vietnam.

Culinary masters present 180 substantial serving trays in tribute to Prince Lang Liêu