IWC Israel hosts talk on Vietnamese cuisine, culture, and tourism
VOV.VN - The International Women’s Club of Israel (IWC Israel) on September 14 hosted a special thematic talk featuring Professor Nir Avieli, President of the Israeli Anthropological Association and senior lecturer in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Ben Gurion University.
The talk, titled Vietnamese Cuisine, Culture, and Tourism, captured major attention from IWC Israel members and invited guests, including Vietnamese Ambassador to Israel Ly Duc Trung and his spouse.
Professor Avieli, a cultural anthropologist with extensive research experience in culinary practices and tourism, has conducted ethnographic studies in Hoi An, Vietnam, since 1998. His notable work, “Rice Talks: Food and Community in a Vietnamese Town” (Indiana University Press, 2012), is an ethnographic study of Hoi An’s culinary culture, providing deep insights into the relationship between food, community, and local culture.
During the talk, Professor Avieli shared his rich experiences and in-depth observations on Vietnamese culinary life, the role of meals in community building, and how cuisine reflects cultural identity and social aspects, including gender. He also offered perspectives on the potential for cultural tourism development in Vietnam, particularly through its culinary culture.
The event not only enhanced understanding of Vietnamese culture but also contributed to strengthening people-to-people exchanges between Vietnam and Israel, especially as the two countries continue to expand cooperation across multiple fields.
The talk took place in a warm and open atmosphere, with lively questions and discussions between the speaker and attendees.
IWC Israel is a nonprofit, nonreligious, and nonpolitical organization aimed at enhancing connections between international women and local communities in a friendly and supportive environment. Founded in 1969, the club currently has over 250 members from approximately 45 countries.
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