On 17 October 2026, Cuu Long Pharmaceutical Joint Stock Company (DCL) organized the “Men in the Kitchen” cooking competition to celebrate Vietnamese Women’s Day on 20 October. With teams representing various trade union groups taking part, the event created a lively platform for interaction, helping strengthen team bonds and spread a message of sharing and appreciation for women’s contributions at work and in everyday life.
The “Men in the Kitchen” competition was a meaningful activity organized by DCL to mark Vietnamese Women’s Day on 20 October. It provided employees with an opportunity to connect, demonstrate their culinary skills, teamwork and coordination through cooking. Beyond offering moments of relaxation after working hours, the event also conveyed a message of care and sharing through practical actions in daily life.
The cheerful atmosphere of the “Men in the Kitchen” competition
At the competition, teams worked together to develop ideas, prepare ingredients, cook and present their dishes in accordance with the event’s requirements. Each stage called for close coordination, a strong sense of responsibility and creativity from every team member. The friendly competition created a lively atmosphere and brought colleagues together through many joyful and memorable moments.
The completed dishes not only showcased the culinary skills of the male participants but also conveyed their affection, care and best wishes to their female colleagues on the occasion of 20 October. Through the competition, DCL helped promote a spirit of sharing, encourage equality and recognize the role of every individual in building a positive workplace where people respect and support one another.
DCL’s male employees show meticulous attention to every stage of food preparation.
The event was jointly organized by the Human Resources and Administration Department and the grassroots Trade Union, demonstrating the close coordination between departments in caring for employees’ spiritual well-being. Meaningful and engaging activities such as “Men in the Kitchen” help bridge gaps between departments, foster mutual understanding and strengthen the spirit of cooperation across the organization.
Alongside pursuing its production and business objectives, DCL consistently focuses on building a cohesive working environment where every employee is respected, recognized and given opportunities to contribute to the company’s overall development. Practical internal activities not only bring added joy to corporate life but also help nurture a culture of sharing and strengthen the spirit of solidarity among employees.
Through the “Men in the Kitchen” competition, DCL continues to promote its corporate values of Sincerity, Winning Aspiration, Perfect Execution, Continuous Improvement and Compliance, working toward building a strong organization founded on respect, responsibility and cooperation.
