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Son leaves corporate job to revive mother’s humble rice stall

For a deeply personal reason, a young man working as a marketing director in Ho Chi Minh City chose to leave behind a well-paid job and reopen his mother’s long-closed com tam stall.

From overlooked ingredient to must-try delicacy in Mui Ne

Dalton Rhone, an American traveler currently exploring Vietnam from north to south, has been immersing himself not only in the country’s landscapes and culture but also in its rich culinary scene.

Phu Quoc’s ‘backward-walking’ delicacy delights curious diners

Bo lui is a type of crustacean found in the coastal waters of the Phu Quoc special administrative zone, An Giang province (formerly Kien Giang).

Early morning bite in Ho Chi Minh City leaves Korean guests impressed

A modest sidewalk breakfast dish served only in the early hours in Ho Chi Minh City has left two Korean visitors convinced it was well worth waking up for, thanks to its rich flavor and reasonable price.

Foreign travelers try sizzling street dish in Ho Chi Minh City

A bubbling clay pot, smoky charcoal heat and rich flavors leave Canadian visitors impressed.

Foreign guest surprised by topping-filled fish noodle dish in Hanoi

During a recent culinary exploration in Ha Noi, Matthew, an American traveler, stopped by a well-known eatery in Hoang Liet ward to try a dish he had never encountered before: bun ca cay.

A dish that tells a story of sea, culture and balance

Lau tha from Mui Ne impresses with its vibrant presentation and deep cultural meaning rooted in yin-yang philosophy.

Hue’s quirky-named cakes keep diners coming back for more

Discover four unique Hue cakes known for their flavors, textures, and surprisingly low prices, loved by locals and visitors alike.

Nghe An woman restores traditional crab dish with a modern touch

Once closely tied to years of hardship, a humble dish made from field crabs has been brought back to life by Tran Thi Hau in Nghe An, transforming it into a recognized OCOP three-star product.

Hunting “heaven’s gift” in Lang Son after dark

During a short trip to Lang Son, a young traveler from Bac Ninh found himself immersed in an unusual local experience - heading into the forest at night to hunt what locals call a “gift from nature”.

A 47-year-old banh mi stall keeps its soul in Hanoi’s Old Quarter

For nearly five decades, a modest sidewalk stall in Hanoi has drawn loyal crowds with its unwavering commitment to tradition.

Vietnamese among Asia’s top foodie travellers

Vietnamese travellers are among Asia’s most passionate culinary explorers, ranking second in the region for choosing destinations based on food experiences, according to new findings from digital travel platform Agoda.

Seven dishes, one unforgettable taste of Hue for under US$2

A traveler from Thanh Hoa has shared her surprise after enjoying a full seven-dish meal in Hue for just VND45,000 (US$1.80), drawing widespread attention online.

A 2-day Lang Son food trip packed with bold northern flavors

During a two-day, one-night trip, a Hanoi-based traveler combined visits to well-known attractions with a culinary journey through Lang Son’s distinctive local dishes, from roast duck to herbal rice cakes.

A Saigon sticky rice stall keeps it simple for nearly 50 years

Thực đơn chỉ có 2 món nhưng quán xôi được mẹ chồng truyền lại cho chị Yến vẫn thu hút, giữ chân đông đảo thực khách TPHCM suốt gần nửa thế kỷ.

Pho’s journey from Van Cu village toward global cultural recognition

The story of Pho Co traces back to Van Cu village in Nam Dong commune, Ninh Binh province, considered the cradle of Vietnam’s pho-making craft.

A 20-year-old sticky rice stall that never stays quiet

Despite its hidden location, this long-standing sticky rice stall has become part of the daily rhythm of the Old Quarter.

A fleeting gift of nature in Phu Quoc draws eager food lovers

A rare mushroom in Phu Quoc appears only after early rains, lasting just weeks before vanishing, making it a prized seasonal delicacy.

Vietnamese pho seeks UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity status

Connoisseurs frequently cite “pho Co” as the gold standard of traditional pho, where handed-down family recipes and time-honoured techniques create pure magic in a bowl.

Hanoi’s bamboo rat specialty impresses foreign food vlogger

A popular American YouTuber sampled bamboo rat dishes in Hanoi and praised the unusual delicacy as the best rodent meat he has ever eaten.