On the morning of March 22, 2026, in the courtyard of the 140 Le Trong Tan campus, Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry and Trade successfully hosted the 2026 "Happy Kitchen" Competition in a vibrant, warm, and meaningful atmosphere. The event provided an excellent opportunity for trade union members and staff across the university to interact and bond, while also promoting the cherished values of the Vietnamese family in modern life.

This year's competition attracted 31 teams, 155 participants, and hundreds of enthusiastic supporters from 34 trade union units across the institution. Teams competed in culinary preparation, flower arranging, and decoration, delivering meticulously crafted entries that excelled in both professional quality and aesthetic appeal. Beyond demonstrating ingenuity and creativity, the teams embedded beautiful messages of sharing, love, and the preservation of family happiness into every dish and display space.

Faculty of Tourism and Culinary Arts Secures Second Prize at the 2026 "Happy Kitchen" Competition. The awards recognized not only creative and high-quality culinary creations but also the spirited competition and profound family values conveyed by the teams.