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Vietnamese culinary magic at Sheraton

By Zanita Careem The vibrant flavours and rich cultural spirit of VietNam came alive at the Sheraton Colombo, where a special Vietnamese food festival ” Soul of Vietnam” brought together diplomats…

  • Sheraton Colombo hosts Vietnamese culinary festival "Soul of Vietnam"
  • Vietnamese Ambassador Trinh Thi Tam emphasizes coffee culture
  • Festival runs from September 11 to 20 at Colombo Kitchen

Retro Japan: 'Tourism hall' in Shizuoka Pref. remains beloved seaside community hub

ITO, Shizuoka -- Standing in front of the Ito-shi Kanko Kaikan, literally the Ito city tourism hall, in Shizuoka Prefecture, one can feel the sea bree

  • Ito-shi Kanko Kaikan is a tourism hall in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan.
  • Completed in 1966, it features distinctive architecture and a spacious interior.
  • Despite its name, it hosts concerts, lectures, meetings, and other events.

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