Vietnamese paintings are a rising force in the Asian art arena. They also enjoy a very unique position in the world of Asian art. According to several art commentators, compared to other Asian countries, Vietnamese art showed the earliest signs of a successful merging into the main stream of modern art, as defined by the West, both form-wise and content-wise. This is corroborated by the fact that Vietnam was the seat for Ecole Des Beaux Arts (Indochina's School of Fine Art) in the early 1930s, with the presence of professors from France. Manifestation of a strong influence by Western tech...

Vietnamese fine art is a rising force in the Asian art arena. It also enjoys a very unique position in the world of Asian art. According to several art commentators, compared to other Asian countries, Vietnamese art showed the earliest signs of a successful merging into the main stream of modern art, as defined by the West, both form-wise and content-wise. This is corroborated by the fact that Vietnam was the seat for Ecole Des Beaux Arts (Indochina's School of Fine Art) in the early 1930s, with the presence of professors from France. Manifestation of a strong influence by Western techniq...

Restaurants in Richmond Richmond vacations offer tourists fine restaurants to choose from. After you choose your hotel lodging, you will be able to explore the offerings in Richmond. The restaurants in this destination are delectable offerings. This location will serve you luscious steaks and burgers. You will find that Richmond can accommodate every individual taste. You will find ethnic fare at the Nile Ethiopian Restaurant Caf. You are sure to have a sensational experience here. The Mekong Restaurant is a terrific location to taste authentic Vietnamese fare. Many of the fine h...

Almost first time travelers don’t know the habits of travel destinations. ATA suggests some things to do and not do in Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia which helps travelers save time and money as well as travel safety - DO • Store travelers cash, credit cards, airline tickets and other valuables in a safe place. Most 4-star hotels have in-room safes; otherwise ask the reception to keep travelers valuable things in their deposit facility. • Take a hotel business card from the reception desk before venturing out from travelers hotel. This will make travelers return to the hotel in a t...

In the Garden under the Sea With just 50 seats and not much aisle, and given its elite gastropub provenance, born out of Spotted Pig with April Bloomfield at the stove and Ken Friedman wheeling about out front, John Dory will not be easy for mere mortals to crash. I got lucky. Our dinner buddy knew someone. That’s how Tuesday we sailed into the perfect storm of restaurant critics (click here for a roll call) that has Friedman speed-walking backwards and sideways trying to look cool while the chef dispatches exquisitely briny tidbits from the kitchen as well as the smoked arctic char mouss...

Handmade in Vietnam is one of the most articulate companies known for their best craftsmanship in designing handicrafts and other fine hand crafted decorative items. As such far eastern companies are popular around the world for their exquisite oriental art effects since the ages. Their matchless creation of art from the clay or other natural element is appreciated by and large worldwide. Historically they are one of the best civilizations who have learned the making of fine pottery and clay carvings to make it look beautiful with the application of various vibrant colors. Their culture and tr...

Everything has boundaries. Perimeters exist even in the culinary industry. There are limits that are observed by customers, kitchen staff and the Head Chef. There are also implied boundaries between various world cuisines. Generally, people respect these boundaries. They also avoid encroaching on other people’s cooking techniques. Nowadays, however, there are an increasing number of chefs who are venturing into blending various cuisines and culinary cultures. This cooking technique is popularly referred to as fusion cuisine. In fact, many chefs are succeeding in their attempts to merge variou...

As a result of hosting the 2000 Summer Olympics, Sydney has become known worldwide as one of the most beautiful and friendly cities in the world with it’s Sydney Opera House on the harbor, it’s beautiful coastline, and the many great places to stay. Perhaps you’ve finally set aside time for your dream vacation in the oldest city in Australia, or maybe you have a marketing business trip scheduled for your newly formed company, and your first stop is the famous capital of New South Wales. Whatever the reason for your visit, if you’re staying in Sydney on a shoestring budget, you might consider ...

Name The origin of the name "egg cream" is constantly debated. Stanley Auster, the grandson of the beverage's alleged inventor, has been quoted as saying that the origins of the name are lost in time. One commonly accepted origin is that "Egg" is a corruption of the German (also found in Yiddish) word echt ("genuine" or "real") and this was a "good cream". It may also have been called an "Egg Cream" because in the late 1800s, there were already many chocolate fountain/dessert drinks using actual eggs (e.g. 'Egg Brin'), and Auster wanted to capitalize on the name. Auster's was on 7th St and Se...

Thailand Thailand is usually the best place to start for the first time independent traveler. It’s very easy to get around and there are always lots of other backpackers about to chat and hang out with. Thailand is a mixture of forests to the North for Trekking and some of the best beaches in the world in the south. Bangkok is a buzzing city criss crossed with canals & rivers. The sky line is one of high rises, shopping malls & international hotel chains but at the canal banks and side streets of the city the traditional side of Thai life is clearly visible. The business hub of the city ...