The combination of Vietnamese pho and lotus with its sweet, refreshing taste helps Pho Sen score points with the people of the cherry blossom country.
Sasco's Sen Pho attracted the attention of many tourists at the "Vietnam Pho Festival 2023" taking place in Japan from October 7. Most consumers were impressed by the broth with a blend of lotus root, sea worms and traditional Phu Nhi fish sauce, creating a unique sweetness and aroma, bringing balance in flavor.
Diners line up to enjoy Pho Sen Sasco. Photo: Sasco
Mr. Aoyagi Yoichiro, a member of the Japanese National Assembly, said that he personally loves pho. He also expressed his delight at the creativity of Vietnamese chefs when combining ingredients to create interesting variations for the dish. In addition to Pho Sen, he also highly appreciated Pho Sam, Pho Tra Xanh, Pho Hat Ke, Pho Tam Giac Mach... because each has a unique flavor.
"The first Vietnam Pho Festival was held in Tokyo, Japan in beautiful sunny weather. Cultural exchange activities are promoting closer relations between the two countries," Mr. Aoyagi Yoichiro added.
Sasco Chef Pham Quang Duy prepares Pho Sen for diners. Photo: Sasco
Ms. Akira, a diner, shared that pho is the Vietnamese dish most known to many Japanese people. "I read about the Vietnam Pho Festival 2023 many days ago. I am really looking forward to enjoying traditional Vietnamese food. The dishes here are all very delicious, especially pho," this diner expressed.
Along with Pho Sen Sasco, famous pho brands such as Pho Dau, Pho Thin, Pho Hai Thien, Pho 'S Sam Ngoc Linh, and Pho Grand Saigon Hotel also participated in this event. Each chef and each brand has their own recipe and secret to create a unique flavor, but all want to spread the traditional flavor of Vietnamese pho to international friends.
Chef Pham Quang Duy introduces lotus pho and matcha pho to festival visitors. Photo: Sasco
The event also attracted many Vietnamese expatriates in Japan. Ms. Thu Huyen said that the festival took place on the weekend, so she brought her whole family to experience Vietnamese cuisine and meet and chat with fellow countrymen. "The activities at the festival are rich and interesting, bringing warm feelings like living in the atmosphere of home," Ms. Thu Huyen said.
Vietnam Pho Festival 2023 also has the participation of culinary expert Matsuo Tomoyuki who will directly introduce pho and demonstrate how to make pho noodles for two consecutive days. The festival also attracts many Vietnamese restaurants and chefs in Japan as well as Japanese restaurants and chefs, creating a colorful culinary cultural space.
Runner-up Bao Ngoc accompanied the event introducing Vietnamese pho to Japanese diners. Photo: Sasco
This is also a rare event that brings together chefs who have won the Golden Star Anise award over the years such as Pham Quang Duy, Nguyen Tien Hai, Nguyen Tu Tin... along with chefs from famous pho brands in Vietnam to meet with Japanese culinary artists.
During the two days of the event, the organizers brought many activities to promote and exchange unique Vietnamese culture and art.
Tue Anh
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