My story

“I was born and raised in Hanoi, Vietnam, and studied at the University in Moscow for six years. I developed a love for travelling and my passion was fulfilled when I returned to Vietnam to join the Singapore Airlines Ticket Office. I often travelled to Singapore and visited many other countries. My interest in cooking came after I got married and moved to France in 2009.

Like many Vietnamese, I have a strong interest in our traditional kitchen. Since my childhood, food always played an important role in my life. My mother was a good cook and prepared different savoury dishes for me and my siblings every day. Restaurants are everywhere in Vietnam and you can find good-quality food on every corner. I love the Vietnamese kitchen as ingredients are fresh, there are plenty of flavours, and meals are light but nutritious. 

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Having moved to France, I realised that authentic Vietnamese food was hard to find and that the best solution for me was to become a cook myself. I was amazed how much pleasure I took in being in the kitchen everyday, mixing ingredients, trying new flavours, and creating different dishes. After working for a year in a travel agency in Marseille, I decided to follow my vocation as a professional cook. Nearly ten years later, I am proud to have introduced the Vietnamese kitchen to many people in the Dordogne.”