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Hue spotlights its culinary soul at international food festival

The International Culinary Festival “Hue – Capital of Cuisine” officially opened on December 18, emerging as a highlight event marking the close of the National Tourism Year – Hue 2025.

Street-side tofu dessert delights Western traveler in HCM City

Discovering it by chance on the street, Chase Matheson was stunned by how silky and comforting this dessert was - especially for just $0.60 a cup.

Vietnamese restaurant in California goes viral with Nha Trang grilled rolls

A Vietnamese eatery in California’s Bay Area is drawing long lines of eager diners with one dish: the famous nem nuong grilled pork rolls from Nha Trang.

Cha Ca La Vong culinary knowledge recognized as national intangible heritage

With six generations of heritage, this iconic Hanoi dish reflects a unique blend of memory, flavor, and ceremony.

A taste of Hung Yen: Indian expat charmed by rustic Vietnamese fish soup

A rustic countryside dish from Hung Yen left an Indian guest pleasantly surprised and full of praise, especially when enjoyed on a cold winter day.

Vietnam Pho Day launched in Europe amid broader culinary push

The Vietnam “Pho” Day, in response to the Pho Week in Europe 2025, kicked off in Germany and Bulgaria on December 12.

Pho Day 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City draws massive crowds

Nearly 30 pho brands from across Vietnam gathered at the Pho Day 2025 festival in Saigon.

Fried eggs with herbal Vietnamese leaf surprise African tasters

After taking a bite, one local villager in Angola described the raw Paederia leaf as slightly bitter - but said that when cooked into a Vietnamese-style omelet, it was absolutely delicious.

Korean tourists 'lose composure' over Hue's delicious local dishes

Trying clam rice, bun bo Hue, and bánh bèo for the first time, two Korean guests declared: "I want to live in Hue."

Vietnam’s unique ‘snack chicken patty’ wins hearts with bold, nostalgic flavors

Only made during special occasions, this aromatic chicken patty from a rural village in Vietnam captivates all who taste it.

Golden pancake and fresh herbs delight traveler in Hanoi’s Old Quarter

A tourist from China was blown away by a crispy Mekong pancake at a Michelin-featured eatery in Hanoi’s Old Quarter.

Bac Ninh’s culinary treasures: From raw fish salad to rice paper exports

From hand-rolled rice paper to pickled cucumber delights, Bac Ninh’s food scene is both humble and world-class.

Foreign visitor tries unusual specialty in Ninh Binh, praises it as 'must-try'

An American visitor found a Ninh Binh specialty not only flavorful but appealing as well because of its crunchy, chewy ingredient, the gao fruit.

American tourist tries duck delicacy and ‘weird but tasty’ treats in Thanh Hoa

At a remote market in Pu Luong, a US visitor is introduced to Vietnam’s most exotic dishes.

Japanese content creator calls Vietnamese crab soup ‘the best’

A Japanese YouTuber and his family tasted crab noodle soup in HCM City and declared it the best dish they had tried in Vietnam.

Vietnamese Pho week to take place in Europe in December

The State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese Affairs (SCOVA) under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the "We Love Pho" network on November 14 announced a Vietnamese Pho week to be held in Europe next month.

American tourist praises Ninh Binh’s tangy fish stew as a must-try delicacy

It wasn’t just the taste that impressed him - the texture and the unusual ingredients made this dish unforgettable.

Vietnam takes top honour at multicultural cuisine contest in RoK

Vietnamese flavours stole the spotlight at the recent 15th Multicultural Cuisine Contest in Seoul, where Vietnam’s team clinched first prize with a creative fusion of traditional and Korean tastes.

Japanese traveler finds mochi vibes in Vietnamese noodle soup

During his first taste of a local delicacy in Vinh Long, a Japanese visitor said the dish resembled cháo lòng (Vietnamese offal porridge), with a simple flavor that was surprisingly delicious despite minimal seasoning.

Hanoi’s legendary che shop serves tradition in every cup

For nearly 50 years, Chè Mười Sáu has preserved Hanoi’s traditional dessert flavors, attracting generations of loyal fans.