The Viet Nam Food Travel Map project is the first of its kind in Viet Nam to include participation of food experts, artisans and local communities. VNS Photo Thu Hằng

HCM CITY —  The Viet Nam Restaurant Association, in coordination with the Viet Nam Cuisine Culture Association and the World Food Travel Association, has launched the Viet Nam Food Travel Map to promote local cuisine and tourist destinations.

The project is the first of its kind in Viet Nam to include participation of food experts, artisans and local communities, said Le Tan, secretary of the Viet Nam Cuisine Culture Association.

Organisations and individuals are encouraged to share photos and videos about their experiences with Vietnamese cuisine on social media, Tan said at a ceremony to kick off the project on April 1 in HCM City.

Shared photos and videos will be grouped into regions and localities and displayed on the Viet Nam Food Travel Map where visitors can interact with eateries and catering providers.

The food tourism project will also feature activities including celebration of World Food Travel Day on April 18. 

The Gastro Travel programme promotes Viet Nam’s cuisine tourism and activities that support the tourism and food industries. —VNS