| Fizah HAB |
FRENCH Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Loan Forgeron yesterday hosted some very special guests at a VIP Gastronomy Dinner as part of Francophonie Week celebrations.
Held at the ambassador’s Kampong Kota Batu residence, the event saw Minister of Primary Resources and Tourism Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Ali bin Haji Apong and spouse as the guests of honour, while others on the guest list included Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports Pehin Datu Lailaraja Major General (Rtd) Dato Paduka Seri Haji Awang Halbi bin Haji Mohd Yussof and spouse as well as members of the Diplomatic Corps.
“This edition of Francophonie Week comes with a new concept – Promoting the cultures of both France and Brunei Darussalam,” Forgeron said.
“This year’s dinner reflects the spirit of sharing between Brunei and France, as well as their will to promote their cultural roots and beauties together through the art of cuisine. The Good France Brunei Gastronomique Dinner symbolises the close friendship between both countries,” she added.
French Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Loan Forgeron with Minister of Primary Resources and Tourism Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Ali bin Haji Apong and spouse as well as Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports Pehin Datu Lailaraja Major General (Rtd) Dato Paduka Seri Haji Awang Halbi bin Haji Mohd Yussof and spouse. – FIZAH HAB
Meanwhile, the guest of honour said it was a pleasure seeing collaboration of both Brunei and French culinary heritages together.
“It is always a great pleasure to be here on this gastronomic journey, which is a unique opportunity to enjoy and share the taste of France,” he added.
The dinner aimed to promote the cuisine and showcase the cultures of both sides.
This was the third Good France edition organised by the French embassy in Brunei Darussalam for Francophonie Week. It was also the first time that Brunei dishes were featured alongside their French counterparts.
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