A food week called "Beautiful Taste of Malaysia" has opened in HCM City and will move to Ha Noi later this week. — Photo Courtesy of Tourism Malaysia

Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel in HCM City is celebrating the "Beautiful Taste of Malaysia" food week from September 6 to 16.

It is being hosted by the Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board and the Malaysian consulate in the city to offer locals the opportunity to experience Malaysia's rich culinary heritage and traditional culture.

To also be held at Ha Noi Daewoo Hotel from September 12 to 16 and Lesung Saigon Restaurant in HCM City from September 11 to 16, the event will offer visitors the chance to savor a variety of dishes prepared by chef Azlan Juri from Malaysia.

They will include rendang (tenderly stewed beef or chicken), satay (grilled skewers of chicken or mutton served with peanut sauce), rojak (mixed salad), chicken/lamb curry, cendol (a shaved ice dessert with green bean), and char kway teow (stir-fried noodles with seafood or meat).

Each dish tells a story of Malaysia's diverse culinary heritage, influenced by Malaysian, Indian and Chinese cuisines.

The event will also showcase Malaysian culture and feature dance performances.

Firdauz Bin Othman, the Malaysian consul-general in HCM City, said Viet Nam and Malaysia are not only neighbours but also close friends with deep cooperation in many areas like tourism and culture.

“This food week is a clear testament to the friendship and cooperation between the two countries.”

Such cultural exchanges would further strengthen their relationship, he added. — VNS