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Culture Mosaic | 14.02.2026
As the festive spirit of the Lunar New Year fills every corner of Vietnam, this episode of Culture Mosaic brings you heartfelt stories of tradition and identity. From young people learning to cook classic Tết dishes, to French-Vietnamese filmmaker François Bibonne rediscovering his roots through cinema, and an Australian guest experiencing Tết inside a local home. All this and more on this week's Culture Mosaic.
An Eye on New Beginnings | Eyes on V
Culture & Tourism 28:47Welcome back to EYES ON V - where Tết comes alive through the eyes of two international guests living and working in Vietnam.
Fermented rice: The story of Mẻ and Dấm bỗng | Flavours and Beyond
Culture & Tourism 26:50What gives Vietnamese dishes their distinctive gentle sourness? In this episode of Flavour & Beyond, we explore "mẻ" and "giấm bỗng", two traditional ingredients that quietly shape the depth and balance of many northern dishes.
Ca Trù - High and low notes of the history | Heritage Journey
Culture & Tourism 27:58Explore the thousand-year history of Ca trù, Vietnam's first professional musical genre. This episode of Heritage Journey traces the profound highs and lows of this unique art form that beautifully intertwines poetry, music, and performance. From a glorious past and decades of silence to its modern revival, discover the enduring vitality and tireless efforts to preserve this invaluable cultural heritage.
Traditional farming tools | Vibes of Vietnam
Culture & Tourism 12:22This episode of Vibes of Vietnam explores the deep cultural resonance of traditional farming tools in the Mekong Delta, tracing their journey from indispensable survival companions to enduring symbols of heritage in the age of mechanisation.
Japan’s first western-style fortress
Culture & Tourism 02:43In the mid-19th century, Japan’s feudal government was compelled to open its doors to Western powers. The Port of Hakodate in Hokkaido became one of the first gateways to the outside world. Japan’s first Western-style fortress was constructed - a symbol of a nation standing at the crossroads of isolation and international engagement.
One of a kind | Vietnam at a glance
Culture & Tourism 27:42In this episode, Vietnam at a glance explores various aspects of Vietnamese culture, art, and traditions, with an emphasis on the connection between traditional crafts and the modern world.
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