International culinary and art festival arrives in central Vietnam

The Da Nang Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism announced that from June 6-11, 2026, InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort will officially launch the 'Artisan Stories' festival - the first international-scale event to be held in Central Vietnam.

Taking place amidst the majestic natural landscape of the Son Tra peninsula, the festival promises a multi-sensory experience, where the finest culinary and creative arts converge.

According to the Da Nang Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, Artisan Stories brings together many prominent names in the world of gastronomy, including three-Michelin-star chef Christian Le Squer and culinary artisans from Hong Kong, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Bringing together three-Michelin-star chef Christian Le Squer and legendary designer Bill Bensley, this unique festival, held for the first time, will position Da Nang as a new hub for art, cuisine, and creativity.

More than just a food festival, the event is designed as an experiential journey, where every meal, every cocktail, and every space tells its own story. All of this takes place within a resort bearing the unique architectural imprint of Bill Bensley, creating a harmonious connection between nature, art, and people.

Spanning four levels across the Son Tra peninsula, the resort becomes the "stage" for a six-day series of events. Three iconic venues play a central role in the festival: La Maison 1888 - the first Michelin- starred restaurant in Central Vietnam, offering the most refined and upscale culinary experiences; Tingara - a contemporary Japanese dining space, bringing together guest Asian chefs in a series of creative dinner parties; and Long Bar - a meeting place for the art of mixology with cocktail demonstrations inspired by local ingredients.

In addition, outdoor spaces such as beaches and open areas were also utilized for opening ceremonies, live performances, and community engagement activities.

Within the framework of the festival, La Maison 1888 is the centerpiece, featuring a series of experiences designed as "dialogues" between visual art and cuisine.

A highlight is the event "Bensley + Le Squer: The Art of Enjoying Life" taking place over two days, June 10th and 11th. Here, diners not only enjoy fine dining but also embark on a journey of discovery, where the preparation, presentation, and enjoyment of food become part of a larger work of art.

According to the organizers, the festival will offer a diverse range of activities over six days, with the opening ceremony taking place on Saturday (June 6th).

The activities are designed to intertwine food, art, and entertainment, creating a continuous yet non-repetitive experience that allows visitors to explore the festival in various ways.

Mr. Seif Hamdy, General Manager of InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort, said that through cuisine, beverages, and art, the organizers aim to offer a new way of experiencing Da Nang, while contributing to elevating the city's status as a culinary and cultural destination.

More than just a standalone event, the "Stories from the Artisans" Festival is expected to contribute to expanding Da Nang's tourism product ecosystem towards high-end experiences, where cuisine, culture, and creativity all play a central role.

By combining international and local elements within a single program, the festival offers a new approach to experiencing the destination - not just sightseeing, but feeling, interacting, and connecting.

The Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Da Nang City, said that events like the "Stories from the Artisans" Festival truly enrich the tourism products of the destination, affirming Da Nang's position as a leading center for unique experiential tourism, where international talent and local identity intersect.

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