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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Moroccan man charms Vietnam with his skillful home-cooked Vietnamese meals

Hamza Smahi wins hearts online by recreating authentic Vietnamese family dishes with passion and care.

British tourist raves about sweet dumplings in Hai Phong’s winter chill

A street food dish in Hai Phong, with its distinctive flavor and warming quality, left a British tourist both satisfied and pleasantly surprised by its affordable price of just $0.60 per bowl.

Canadian couple enchanted by Hoi An’s 'white rose' dumplings

Beyond cao lau, another specialty of Hoi An has won over a pair of Canadian travelers, who declared they would return to Vietnam just to eat this dish again.

Japanese visitor tries Vietnam’s raw fish dish, gives heartfelt praise

Trying a famous Vietnamese coastal dish for the first time, the Japanese visitor admitted feeling hesitant since the ingredients were prepared raw, without any heat-cooking process, but ended up loving it.