KOTO Van Mieu Grand Opening

KOTO VAN MIEU GRAND OPENING - THRIVING TO HELP DISADVANTAGED YOUTH

On the 22nd of November 2023, KOTO - the first social enterprise of Vietnam officially opened the new flagship restaurant located at the heart of Hanoi, Van Mieu, the most attractive tourist destination in Hanoi. 

As the first social enterprise in Vietnam, since 1999, KOTO has helped many Vietnamese disadvantaged youths across the region through a holistic hospitality training program. The restaurant’s Grand Opening took place at the newly built restaurant at 35 Van Mieu, Dong Da, Hanoi. 

KOTO Van Mieu restaurant was officially opened by the Australia Ambassador in Vietnam, Mr. Andrew Goledzinowski. Other spokespersons representing KOTO, including the Restaurant Manager and Foundation Manager, shared the heartfelt journey of KOTO after 24 years and having settled down this new milestone in the place where it all started in Van Mieu, Ha Noi. Going forward in 2024-2026, KOTO Van Mieu was also proud to introduce Tommy Pham, Australia Masterchef to present KOTO as an ambassador. Tommy’s involvement will take this new settlement for KOTO Van Mieu restaurant further as a social enterprise, continuing to strive to help more Vietnamese disadvantaged youths, following the organisation's core values, and sharing the story to inspire more people all over the world.
 

To learn more about KOTO and our community, visit our website at https://www.koto.com.au/