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Roasted pigeon wins over Western palates on Hanoi’s sidewalks

Visiting Hanoi's Old Quarter, Max Herzberg stepped out of his comfort zone and into a street-side eatery. What he found was a surprising delight.

A $4 hotpot in a HCM City alley leaves Korean tourist in awe

Korean content creator Choi Jongrak found a delightful culinary surprise while wandering a tiny alley in HCM City -an iconic stingray hotpot priced at only $4 per pot.

Quang Ninh’s ‘heaven-sent’ sea cucumber stuns visitors with its odd charm

It may not look like much - jet black, slimy, and rough to the touch - but the black sea cucumber, locally known as don dot or sea leech, is one of Quang Ninh’s most sought-after coastal treasures.

Old-school brewing, timeless aroma: Vietnam’s fire-brewed coffee goes global

Le Huu Chi brews coffee with fire and tradition on Saigon’s sidewalks, preserving a 50-year family recipe.

Korean guest amazed by wedding feast in Quang Ninh

A Korean woman attending a wedding in Quang Ninh’s Van Don district was left delighted and amazed by the elaborate traditional banquet, filled with local seafood specialties.

French foodie compares $1.20 street pho and $100 Michelin pho in HCM City

From sidewalk charm to haute cuisine, a French vlogger dives into two vastly different pho experiences in Ho Chi Minh City.

Foreign tourists fall for Hanoi’s herb omelet sold on street corners

For less than a dollar, a humble Vietnamese dish makes a bold impression on foreign palates.

Three visits, still not enough: A food lover’s guide to Hai Duong

Only an hour from the capital, Hai Duong surprises with unique street food that’s delicious, affordable, and still under the tourist radar.

Banh da ke: The humble Hanoi snack enchanting international visitors

A crispy local treat surprises a Taiwanese traveler in Hanoi’s Old Quarter with its nostalgic flavors and incredibly low price.

Japanese YouTuber avoided this Hanoi dish for 10 years - now he’s obsessed

Bun oc nguoi, a Hanoi cold snail noodle dish, wins over a Japanese YouTuber after a decade.

Hanoi delicacy with crispy skin like rice paper sells out by sunrise

With a skin that snaps like a cracker, this labor-intensive dish is a treasure of Duong Lam village.

American couple overcome fears to enjoy ‘16-leg, 4-eye’ delicacy in Saigon

A quirky, sea-sourced delicacy known for its 16 legs and 4 eyes recently took two American travelers by surprise in Ho Chi Minh City - not for its odd appearance, but for its unexpectedly rich flavor.

The ‘pancake pagoda’ of An Giang: Two decades of warmth and generosity

Behind a serene temple at the foot of a mountain, volunteers have spent 20 years serving sizzling bánh xèo to thousands of pilgrims - completely free of charge.

A local specialty dubbed Vietnam’s spaghetti draws crowds in Bac Ninh

In Bac Giang Ward of Bac Ninh Province, a humble dish made from simple ingredients like field crab, ground pork, and ripe tomatoes is winning over diners with its unique and flavorful profile.

Vietnam’s Mekong wild greens shine in Ca Mau’s iconic hotpot

Made with countryside fish, fresh coconut water and “free” wild vegetables, Ca Mau’s signature lau mam keeps travelers coming back for its deep, balanced taste.

Delicate rice rolls with grilled pork draw long queues in Hanoi

At noon on Lo Duc Street in Hanoi, a sidewalk eatery is packed with diners.

Rare termite mushrooms from Vinh Long: Once a year, money can't always buy

A once-a-year delicacy, termite mushrooms have become a cherished seasonal treasure for locals in Vinh Long and food connoisseurs alike, prized for their natural sweetness and tender texture.

Ethnic Thai specialty becomes hot New Year gift, shipped 500km to Hanoi

Made from humble ingredients, this vibrant and crispy treat from Dien Bien has become a beloved snack and New Year gift across Vietnam.

A taste of Saigon: American traveler hails banana treat as world's best dessert

An American YouTuber finds his favorite dessert in a back alley of Saigon-grilled banana in sticky rice, a treat CNN once called one of the world’s best.

In Ca Mau, a claw-shaped dried shrimp is making waves as a luxurious Tet gift

Combining aesthetic appeal and rich flavor, this handcrafted dried shrimp is putting Ca Mau on the map of Tet gift-giving traditions.