Explore the cultural significance of Vietnam's culinary heritage, highlighting the rich diversity of Kinh ethnic cuisine. Delve into the traditional meals, eating habits, and dishes of the Kinh people, showcasing their adaptability and deep-rooted cultural values. Join us for an insightful discussion on how food reflects the spirit and traditions of Vietnam's largest ethnic group.
The talk delves into how popular TV genres reshape postwar Vietnamese perceptions, influencing cultural expression and political engagement in the context of the nation. Contrary to the war-torn image, post-reform Vietnamese television fosters a new national connectedness based on a rejection of the socialist past, aspirations for peace and marketization, and concerns about the globalized future.