The Viet Nam Embassy in Argentina and the association of ambassadors’ wives in Buenos Aires mounted an event to promote Vietnamese cuisine at the Asian Culture House on May 27.
The event was attended by representatives from local authorities and news agencies.
Head of the culture house Pham Lien introduced the diversity of Viet Nam’s gastronomy and eating traditions, while chef Thomas Nguyen taught participants how to make the renowned spring roll, both the fried and fresh versions.
Ricardo Cuccovillo, Chairman of the Argentina Chamber of Deputies’ Friendship Parliamentarian Group with Viet Nam, said he was impressed by the light and special taste of the food and sauce.
Spouse of the Vietnamese ambassador to Argentina Tran Mai Huong said she hopes the event would contribute to boosting mutual understanding between Viet Nam and other countries.