Impressions of Vietnam-Thailand Trade Fair 2017
VOV.VN - The Vietnam-Thailand Trade Promotion Fair 2017, a leading event devoted to fashionable Thai products and cuisine, attracted thousands to Vo Van Ngan Street in District 9 of Ho Chi Minh City.
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Over three days, June 23-25, the setting becomes one of the country’s premier exhibitions, where visitors from across Vietnam can discover a rich panorama of quality and varied products. |
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These images will give you an idea of the trade fair's creative energy and lively atmosphere. Above: One of the roughly 30 kiosks featuring gourmet Thai cuisine with prices starting at US$.45 (VND10,000) per serving. |
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Thai ice cream is a signature dish at prices ranging US$0.70-US$.90 (VND15,000-20,000) per helping. |
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Snow cones, made of shaved ice and flavouring served in paper or foam cups, run US$.90 (VND20,000) each. |
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Corn dogs, a favourite at fairs around the globe, cost about US$.90 (VND20,000) each. |
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Meat and vegetable skewers, also popular worldwide, costs about US$.70 (VND15,000) per portion. |
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Just about all food and drink servings are under US$1 (VND23,000) each. Pictured is a platter of grilled octopus. |
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Grilled beef with butter sauce. |
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Jackfruit sticky rice |
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Varied desserts. |
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Glass of tea. |
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Drinks galore including fruit juice, tea, coffee, plus so much more. |
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Thai salads can run as high as US$1.36 (VND30,000) per serving. |
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So can fried egg platters. |
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The kids favourite is the balloon kiosk. |
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The fair generates much excitement, especially among the young, who enjoy gathering with friends, the entertainment and eating fantastic Thai and Vietnamese food. |
