Since its establishment in 1991, the Saigon Times Group has built a reputation through its publications on the economy, business, and markets, serving as a bridge between Vietnam and foreign investors. Over the past 35 years, the Saigon Times Group has organized a wide range of events highlighting activities for the business community and society. Below are some snapshots of major events.
Held from May 28 to 30 (the 12th to 14th days of the fourth lunar month), the Water Ball Wrestling Festival in Van Village, Bac Ninh Province, is a centuries-old folk celebration rooted in local prayers for favorable weather and abundant harvests.
When Dalat’s rainy season arrives, between May and October, the pine forests come alive with wild mushrooms emerging from the damp, pine-covered soil. On misty mornings near Tuyen Lam Lake, foragers set out on quiet treks in search of edible, nutrient-rich fungi concealed beneath layers of fallen pine needles.
In Vietnamese, the term “hunting wild mushrooms” suits this activity well, as these fungi thrive in wet conditions and often grow discreetly beneath the forest floor, making them hard to spot. The challenge of the search adds to the thrill. However, it is possibly more than just foraging. It is a meditative experience, allowing for a slowdown and a reconnection with nature through the forest’s aroma, textures, and quiet generosity.
Freshly foraged wild mushrooms are laid out on the pine-covered groundParticipants descend a steep forest slope near Tuyen Lam Lake to search for edible mushroomsMost mushrooms grow in clusters at the base of pine trees, hidden in damp, low-light areasNutritious and rare, forest mushrooms can sell for VND500,000–700,000 per kilogram, yet only the knowledgeable dare to eatSmall knives are used to trim damaged parts, keeping the harvest fresh and disease-freeMushrooms are sorted, rinsed in salt water, boiled, and cooked right in the forestAmong pines and cool mist, the forest becomes both kitchen and dining roomTired but satisfied, the group enjoys a warm mushroom meal in the heart of Dalat’s greenery
Since its establishment in 1991, the Saigon Times Group has built a reputation through its publications on the economy, business, and markets, serving as a bridge between Vietnam and foreign investors. Over the past 35 years, the Saigon Times Group has organized a wide range of events highlighting activities for the business community and society. Below are some snapshots of major events.
Held from May 28 to 30 (the 12th to 14th days of the fourth lunar month), the Water Ball Wrestling Festival in Van Village, Bac Ninh Province, is a centuries-old folk celebration rooted in local prayers for favorable weather and abundant harvests.
