A video clip recorded at a modest restaurant in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, has gone viral online. The stars of the clip are two foreign diners enjoying a simple lunch in the cozy atmosphere of the eatery. As they finished their meal, the restaurant unexpectedly played a video with the French song “Le Temps De L’amour” on the TV.
The reaction of the two diners immediately caught everyone’s attention. They burst into laughter, nodded vigorously, and couldn’t stop expressing their surprise and delight. The restaurant representative shared that after finishing their meal, the guests were the ones who expressed gratitude, even though it is usually the other way around. No words were spoken in the clip, but emotions were conveyed clearly through their eyes and smiles.
Netizens quickly left comments, many praising the restaurant for its thoughtful gesture and ability to create an intimate dining experience. One comment that received hundreds of likes suggested that playing French music was incredibly romantic. Some even recommended other French songs such as Ecoute Chérie, Est-ce Que Tu M’aimes, Love Story, Le Festin, La Seine, Dernière Danse, and La Vaguelette, all well-known and fitting for the restaurant’s humble yet cozy ambiance.
However, a few commenters offered a different perspective. They suggested that instead of playing music based on the guests’ nationality, the restaurant could use the opportunity to promote local Vietnamese music and culture. These individuals believed that visitors come to Vietnam to immerse themselves in the local culture, and music is a crucial part of that experience.
In response to this viewpoint, the restaurant representative clarified that they had a list of popular V-pop songs playing throughout the day. However, the decision to play a French song at that particular moment was a small gesture of appreciation for their foreign guests.
The restaurant’s thoughtful gesture was highly praised. One commenter expressed that hearing a song in their native language in a foreign land felt like bringing a piece of home into that little corner of the restaurant.
The restaurant may not have a spacious interior or extravagant dishes, but this simple act of kindness resonated with the online community. This small story beautifully showcases the hospitality of the Vietnamese people in a heartfelt and emotional way.
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