A spooky Halloween festival at Dong Son Drum restaurant.

Halloween, originally called All Hallows' Eve, means the night before All Saints' Day. The modern Halloween festival originates from the Celtic people, who lived over 2,000 years ago in what is now England, Ireland, and northern France. The story of Jack the Greedy and Stingy – a character from ancient legend who made promises and associated with the devil – and the tales of life and death in heaven and hell, is not only a religious lesson but also deeply humanistic. Through Halloween and Jack's life, we are reminded to live with compassion and kindness, to help others in times of difficulty and hardship, and to avoid greed, stinginess, and deception or threatening others.

Halloween today has a strong influence on young people all over the world. Joining in the Halloween spirit of Hanoi, last night (October 30th), Dong Son Drum restaurant held the Dong Son Drum Forbidden Kingdom Gala Dinner to welcome Hanoi's youth at 1 Tran Dang Ninh Street, Hanoi. The luxurious yet spooky and eerie atmosphere at Dong Son Drum overwhelmed diners from the moment they arrived. The eerie decorations and arrangements captivated guests with essential items for this holiday such as spiders, Halloween pumpkins, witch hats, and more.

In addition, a perfect menu of Halloween-themed dishes and drinks also delights diners, including: Whole pumpkin with seafood, Devil's Gate fruit salad, Steamed octopus with cabbage and soy sauce, Braised beef tongue with red dates, Grilled devil's tooth swordfish with chili and pepper, longevity rice, and Spider-catching butterfly cake.

Dong Son Drum not only focuses on the quality of each dish but also emphasizes authentic Halloween decorations, providing a fresh experience for diners. Each dish is decorated in a different style—some spooky, some mysterious, and some eerie.

Also at last night's Dong Son Drum Forbidden Kingdom Gala Dinner, guests not only enjoyed the exquisite cuisine but also immersed themselves in the vibrant atmosphere and sounds of Halloween, with many exciting games and activities not for the faint of heart. These events featured numerous renowned artists, with selected performances by outstanding dancers and top magicians. All the artists and dancers dressed up as different characters to celebrate Halloween, contributing to a lively, impressive, and meaningful gala dinner for Halloween 2016.

The Thanh