VIFON gets Guinness recognition for biggest instant Pho bowl
A bowl of instant “pho”, made by the Vietnam Food Industries JSC (VIFON) on the occasion of 55th anniversary of the firm, was recognised by the Guinness World Record as the world’s largest of its kind on July 21.
Some 55 cuisine experts make the largest bowl of instant "pho". (Photo: plo.vn)
HCM City (VNA) – A bowl of instant “pho”, made by the Vietnam FoodIndustries JSC (VIFON) on the occasion of 55th anniversary of thefirm, was recognised by the Guinness World Record as the world’s largest of itskind on July 21.
Some 55 cuisine experts made the bowl from more than 1.35 tonnes of instantnoodles, 1,200 litres of broth, 100 kilogrammes of organic beef, 22 kilogrammesof VIFON seasoning, and six kilogrammes of VIFON chilli.
After receiving Guinness recognition, the bowl was served to 1,963 localpeople.
According to VIFON Chairman Bui Phuong Mai, VIFON decided to make the largestbowl of Pho in the world to popularise the Vietnamese iconic dish to internationalfriends.
VIFON committed to using no synthetic colour in its products, she said, notingthat the company is a pioneer in applying advanced technologies in productionto meet increasing demands from both domestic and foreign customers.
In the past 55 years, VIFON has been a popular brand among consumers across 63provinces and cities nationwide with various product lines of instant “pho”,“hu tieu” (southern-style rice noodle), “banh da cua” (crab soup), andseasoning.
VIFON has established foothold in some 80 countries and territories across thefive continents, including fastidious markets of the US, Australia, Japan, theRepublic of Korea, and the EU.-VNA
Hao Hao instant noodle has come first in Vietnam’s Top 10 most chosen fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) brands by sector 2018 for the category of food in the Brand Footprint 2018 ranking by Kantar Worldpanel, a global expert in shoppers’ behaviour.
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The programmes have brought about positive changes to rural infrastructure, comprehensively improved the material and spiritual lives of farmers, and contributed to Vietnam's economic restructuring, said PM Pham Minh Chinh.
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Today, the press for foreign service has evolved into a distinct, irreplaceable force, bridging Vietnam with the world and portraying a nation that is stable, peace-loving, and fully integrated into the international community.
At a review conference held on June 21, Deputy Minister of Construction Nguyen Van Sinh praised the province’s scientific, coordinated, and flexible approach. He noted that the early completion reflects the strong commitment of local authorities, the business community, philanthropists, and residents in improving housing conditions for disadvantaged groups.
The VNA delegation, led by General Director Vu Viet Trang, actively participated in the event, engaging in both professional and diplomatic activities.
Some 55 cuisine experts make the largest bowl of instant "pho". (Photo: plo.vn) 
