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Five must-try bun bo hue spots in Hanoi for authentic flavor

These top-rated Bun Bo Hue restaurants in Hanoi offer a delicious taste of Hue’s iconic noodle soup, keeping customers coming back year after year.

Crowds flock to tiny Hanoi donut shop, selling 4,000-6,000 donuts every day

The donut shop owned by Nguyen Quoc Khanh in Hanoi’s Dong Da District may be small and cramped, but it’s always packed with customers, selling 4,000 to 6,000 donuts daily.

Explore Hanoi’s rhythm in 36 hours with this guide from the New York Times

Chris Humphrey from the New York Times recommends a 36-hour whirlwind tour of Hanoi, showing how to experience the best of the city’s culture, food, and vibrant nightlife.

Early morning adventures: Foreign tourist savoring Hanoi's bustling market

Exploring the vibrant Long Bien Market at dawn, a Canadian traveler enjoyed an authentic Vietnamese experience, complete with unique flavors and local hospitality.

Korean visitor overcomes fear to fall in love with Hanoi’s ragworm fritter

For some, Hanoi’s famed cha ruoi, made from seasonal ragworms, might seem daunting, but for Korean visitors Jaeil and Gaemi, a daring bite turned into a flavorful surprise.

The 'xoi' spot in Hanoi with the odd name and wonderful taste

The night steamed-sticky rice shop on De La Thanh Street has long been a familiar destination for many diners, despite its unique name - "xoi ban tho", or ‘altar steamed-sticky rice’.

American tourist takes on Hanoi’s exotic street foods: Blood sausage and balut

During a culinary exploration of Hanoi, an American tourist did not hesitate to try dishes that many would be wary of, including balut, blood sausage, and fried sandworm cakes.

Foreign tourist visits wholesale market at 4 am, tries cheap, delicious dishes

Visiting Hanoi’s largest wholesale market at 4am, the foreign man not only witnessed  bustling trade, but also enjoyed nutritious, delicious and cheap dishes.

Pho with 0.5 kilo of meat served in giant bowls at Hanoi restaurant

Pho (noodle soup served with beef or chicken) is served in a large bowl with eight different types of beef with a total weight of 450 grams. Only 10 bowls of the pho are sold daily at each branch of the pho chain.

Hanoi crowned Asia's best culinary city, outshines Tokyo and Bangkok

Hanoi has surpassed famous culinary capitals like Tokyo and Bangkok, earning the title of "Asia's Best Culinary City" in the prestigious World Culinary Awards.

Hanoi’s exclusive pho: limited to 10 bowls a day, featuring 8 types of beef

A pho restaurant in Hanoi has elevated the classic dish with a version served in a custom-made 30cm bowl, filled with 450gr of various beef cuts. With only 10 bowls available each day, this exclusive dish is a celebration of VN cuisine & culture.

Hanoi welcomes 4.45 million foreign visitors so far

Hanoi welcomed about 4.45 million foreign tourists in the first nine months of this year, soaring 40.8% year-on-year and nearly fulfilling its yearly target of serving 5 million international visitors, according to the city Department Tourism.

From Vietnam’s coasts to Hanoi’s tables: the rise of the sea bug delicacy

The rare sea bug, known as the "water-tank," is gaining widespread praise in Hanoi as its distinct flavor and exclusivity make it a top-tier delicacy.

Discover Hanoi’s best street food: Two tiny alleys with big flavors

Tucked away in the bustling heart of Hanoi, Dong Xuan and Trung Yen alleys may be narrow and unassuming, but they are culinary treasures.

Deaf café goes with the flow

A small café in downtown Hanoi, which seems to be normal like any other cafes in the capital city. But stepping inside, one may recognise something unusual: all conversations are made through sign language as all the staff are hearing-impaired.

Michelin Guide recommends best of Hanoi: A 48-hour food & culture adventure

The Michelin Guide has unveiled a comprehensive 48-hour itinerary for visitors to Hanoi, featuring top street food and cultural highlights.

Hanoi among top 10 best destinations for solo travellers

UK-based daily newspaper The Telegraph has listed the capital city of Hanoi among its top 10 best destinations across the world which offer a great experience to holidaymakers travelling alone.

Top 5 green camping destinations near Hanoi for a relaxing holiday

For those looking to avoid the hustle and bustle while still enjoying a getaway close to Hanoi, these five scenic camping spots offer the perfect blend of nature and relaxation.

Hanoi welcomes first group of 4,500 Indian visitors

Hanoi welcomed on August 27 the arrival of the first group from a major Indian pharmaceutical company which plans to take 4,500 employees to Vietnam for a two-week tour to visit Hanoi, Ninh Binh, and Ha Long Bay in the northern region.

Michelin Guide suggests two-day tour in Hanoi

Michelin Guide has published an article suggesting a two-day tour of the capital with a range of delicious street foods and interesting tourist attractions put forward.