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Hanoi’s legendary Pho Thin to mark 70 years at iconic Hoan Kiem alley location

Nestled in a narrow alley at 61 Dinh Tien Hoang Street, opposite Hanoi’s Hoan Kiem Lake, Pho Thin has quietly served steaming bowls of Hanoi-style beef noodle soup for seven decades.

Sweet soup heaven: 5 must-visit Hanoi spots to beat the summer heat

Enjoy Hanoi's most beloved chè dishes at these five crowd-favorite sweet soup shops in the heart of the capital.

3 must-try Hanoi spots for pork offal lovers

With fresh ingredients, fair prices, and cult followings, these Hanoi eateries serve up some of the best offal dishes in the city.

A century-old stone mill keeps Hanoi’s banh cuon heritage alive

Discover how a Hanoi eatery draws locals and tourists with handmade banh cuon and a century-old stone mill.

Hanoi funds heritage conservation to secure sustainable tourism development

Hanoi has mobilised hundreds of billions of VND for the restoration, preservation and promotion of local cultural heritage every year, transforming the treasures into engines for sustainable tourism development.

Top vegetarian eateries in Hanoi for soulful food and soothing settings

A guide to the city’s top plant-based dining spots, offering global flavors and elegant interiors.

Mystery of 1,800-year-old Dau Pagoda with two preserved monk relics

Dau Pagoda houses two full-body relics of Zen masters that remain unspoiled for nearly 400 years, puzzling scientists.

Ancient Hanoi pagoda reveals treasures and wartime tunnel

Boi Khe Pagoda in Hanoi’s suburbs holds relics, sacred trees, and a 3km historical tunnel.

Top Hanoi eateries to explore the capital’s best dishes

From pho and bun thang to cha ca and shrimp cakes, here’s where to taste Hanoi’s culinary icons.

Century-old scale keeps Hanoi pork roll legacy alive

A famed pork roll shop in Hanoi not only delights with traditional flavors but also honors its heritage with a 100-year-old weighing scale.

Customers squeeze through narrow alley to enjoy ‘fire-dancing’ bun bo cook

Tucked in a small alley, Hoa’s bun bo (vermicelli and beef) stall in Dong Da, Hanoi, draws crowds not just for its flavors but for the owner’s mesmerizing “fire-dancing” spectacle.

Hanoi’s 3-generation jellyfish eatery boasts century-old ‘treasure’

In a modest Hanoi dining space, a large earthenware basin big enough for one person to hug, stands out, brimming with plump, glossy red jellyfish slices soaked in water.

Hanoi jellyfish shop preserves a 100-year-old culinary treasure

At a modest Hanoi eatery, a century-old heirloom is key to the city's most talked-about seasonal specialty.

Top 5 pho cuon spots in Hanoi that locals and tourists love

From Tran Vu to Ngu Xa, these pho cuon restaurants are serving up fresh, flavorful rolls that have won the hearts of Hanoi diners.

Hanoi launches tourism stimulus programme at 4-5 star hotels

Promotions include room discounts of up to 50%, complimentary upgrades, dining offers, and spa services, especially during key occasions such as the April 30–May 1 holiday and Vietnam Family Day on June 28.

Ceramic wonder: Hanoi pagoda stuns with unique Bat Trang architecture

Tieu Dao Pagoda in Hanoi features walls, statues, and altars made from handcrafted ceramics.

Uoc Le village preserves 500-year-old pork roll-making tradition

Artisans of Uoc Le still use age-old techniques to make world-renowned pork rolls.

Japanese guest praises Hanoi’s ‘underground’ market, says it's worth a visit

Located in the basement of a building, Hang Da Market in Hoan Kiem District in Hanoi is affectionately dubbed the "underground market" by locals and visitors alike.

The flying shrimp of Hanoi: A rare treat from the Red River

This rare insect from the Red River, known as "con vo," is prized for its unique flavor, emerging just a few times a year and fetching high prices.

Dubai traveler explores Hanoi’s Hom market, buys 7 unique gifts

Visiting Hanoi’s historic Hom market, a Dubai traveler embraced the no-pressure shopping culture, explored high-quality fabrics, and enjoyed authentic Vietnamese street food.