Although it grows wild and has a slightly pungent, mildly bitter taste, a rustic herb found throughout rural Vietnam continues to be treasured by locals as a “gift from nature” and used in many delicious dishes.

Located about 130km from Hanoi, Cat Bi Market in Hai An Ward, Hai Phong City, is an ideal destination for visitors looking to explore local cuisine.

Perfect for curious diners, these dishes offer a playful yet authentic take on Vietnam’s most famous noodle soup.

A coastal sidewalk market in Cua Lo (Nghe An Province) has quickly become a magnet for visitors, offering a single specialty ranked among Vietnam’s top 10 seafood delicacies.

In recent years, Vietnamese dishes have gained wider global recognition through travellers and international rankings.

Not only impressed by its vibrant presentation, a foreign visitor was also surprised to discover how an ingredient that can cause irritation is skillfully transformed into a refreshing summer delicacy in Hanoi.

On April 24, images of South Korea’s President Lee Jae Myung and First Lady Kim Hye Kyung enjoying pho at a modest eatery on Dinh Liet Street, Hoan Kiem Ward, Hanoi, quickly went viral across Vietnamese and Korean social media.

Beyond its striking flavor and satisfying crunch, the dish also surprised the Western guest with its price - just VND18,000 per plate (US$0.70).

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.

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.

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).

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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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”.

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