Nighttime sleep was often reduced to short naps during the day, squeezed in between work shifts to ensure timely preparation of hearty meals. With such a large task force each year, the kitchen crew has become accustomed to this demanding routine.
In rough seas, the ship rocks violently. Cooking in such conditions often results in food spilling. Therefore, the kitchen team needs to be energetic and able to withstand the rough sea conditions.
Helping out in the kitchen on these journeys to Truong Sa is both enjoyable and heartwarming. When there were no specific tasks, delegates often gathered in the dining area to assist the kitchen crew.
The Ministry of Home Affairs delegation from Hanoi brought along special dishes like sticky rice with young rice flakes and young rice flake sausages. They were pre-made and the kitchen crew just needed to reheat.
Each delegation from different regions brought their local specialties, adding variety and richness to the meals, boosting the morale of those visiting Truong Sa.
As the journey concluded, all participants all felt a deep fondness for the days spent on the rocking sea./.
