Huangshan University and the Confucius Institute for Ireland at University College Dublin co-hosted the "Confucius Institute Banquet – A Taste of Anhui" on Nov 11 in Dublin, Ireland.
The banquet brought together nearly 100 political, business, and academic figures from Ireland, including Dolores O'Riordan, vice president of UCD; John Paul Kavanagh, former Irish ambassador to China; and Patrick Cox, former president of the European Parliament.
Jiang Hong, vice president of Huangshan University, highlighted that food is a vital bridge for cultural exchange. She also outlined the university's international programs and invited global partners to explore future cooperation.
As one of China's eight major cuisines, Anhui cuisine carries a deep regional heritage. For the banquet, a team of chefs from Huangshan University presented a feast of nine traditional Anhui dishes, earning enthusiastic praise from attendees.
Chefs from Huangshan University prepare Anhui specialties. [Photo/Huangshan University]
A musical performance blending traditional Chinese instruments with Celtic harps added a unique cultural touch to the event, allowing guests to experience Anhui culture through its flavors and sounds.
The event enhanced Huizhou culture's visibility abroad and opened new opportunities for collaboration between Huangshan University and Irish institutions.
John Paul Kavanagh delivers a speech at the banquet. [Photo/Huangshan University]