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A sweet aroma hard to resist

Banh it la gai is a rustic dish of Binh Dinh Province but also a culinary and cultural specialty.

Hoi An chef creates innovative noodle dish

Many tourists who like clay-pot Quang noodles have taken flights from Ho Chi Minh City to enjoy it.

Spicy beef noodle soup of Bac Lieu lures foodies

While Hanoi is famous for its bún chả (vermicelli with grilled pork and fresh herbs), the southern province of Bac Lieu is well known nationwide for its bún bò cay (spicy beef noodle soup) which foodies say is their magical dish.

Vietnamese Iced Coffee atop list of the best coffee of the world

On TasteAtlas' list of the "10 Best Rated Coffees in the World," Vietnamese iced coffee was rated first alongside Italian ristretto.

Must-try duck rice noodle soup in Soc Trang Province

A sweet broth combined with mild spicy black pepper is what makes the duck rice noodle soup with black pepper in Soc Trang Province delicious.

American vlogger features street food under US$1 in HCM City

YouTuber Dustin Cheverier from the US recently launched a video introducing dishes under US$1 (VND24,000) at Ho Thi Ky market in HCM City.

Nine more Asian records for Vietnamese dishes, specialties recognised

The Asian Record Organisation has recognised nine Asian records for famous Vietnamese dishes/food groups and specialties nominated by the Vietnam Records Organisation (VietKings).

Nham noodles: Ha Tien’s frugal yet tasty dish

Although Ha Tien nham noodles is a simple dry noodle dish, the harmonious blend of sour, spicy, salty and sweet allows diners to bask in the wonderful flavors of the quintessence of the southwestern region’s culinary art.

Foodies flock to Binh Duong to enjoy mangosteen chicken salad

Locals call it ’salad king’ for its special fragrance and deliciousness. They say the dish is best in Binh Duong between April to June.

Lonely Planet highlights five best experiences during Vietnam trip

Brekke Fletcher, a writer for the world's leading travel magazine Lonely Planet, has chosen Vietnam as a culinary destination to explore for the Elsewhere section.

Young chef spends years to remake Hanoi's classic dishes

Nguyen Phuong Hai is not only a renowned chef by his cooking skills but he is also known for dedication to restoring many traditional dishes of Hanoi.

Different taste of Long Xuyen broken rice

Although there are many types of broken rice served in different regions, Long Xuyen broken rice has its own characteristics that visitors cannot ignore when visiting An Giang.

Australian website calls banh cuon one of 10 not-to-be-missed dishes

According to Australian travel website Traveler, Vietnamese banh cuon (steamed rice rolls) is one of 10 delicious dishes diners should not miss in 2023.

Booking.com introduces six destinations for enjoying banh mi

Travel website Booking.com has published a list of six destinations in Vietnam that are famous for banh mi (Vietnamese sandwich).

Most storied banh mi brands in Vietnam honoured

The nation’s leading 10 longstanding and famous bread brands were honoured at a ceremony held as part of the first-ever Vietnamese “banh mi” (baguette) festival which opened on March 31 in Ho Chi Minh City.

Shrimply delicious: Tay Ninh’s salty and spicy muối ớt tôm

The delectable mixture of salt, chilli, garlic, sugar, and dried shrimp creates a unique flavour profile that is both spicy and salty, with a powdery sweetness from the shrimp.

Eel porridge evokes hometown nostalgia

A warm bowl of Quang-style eel porridge with a fragrant aroma not only can win the hearts of diners, but also create nostalgia for the Quang people who live far from home.

Vietnamese food named among world’s top best dishes

Vietnamese dishes including bo kho (stewed beef), bo nhung dam (beef in vinegar hot pot) and bun cha (grilled pork meatballs with vermicelli noodles) have been named among the world’s 100 best meat dishes.

Tasting fish noodle soup of Quy Nhon

Visitors to Quy Nhon should try the fish noodle soup, a specialty that has contributed to the culinary culture of this coastal city.

'Scary' dishes that visitors should try in Vietnam

Vietnamese cuisine is famous for its variety of ingredients, but among them are a few names that surprise foreign tourists.