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Hanoi’s exclusive pho: limited to 10 bowls a day, featuring 8 types of beef

A pho restaurant in Hanoi has elevated the classic dish with a version served in a custom-made 30cm bowl, filled with 450gr of various beef cuts. With only 10 bowls available each day, this exclusive dish is a celebration of VN cuisine & culture.

‘Saltwater chicken': a favorite Phu Yen specialty

Though it is called saltwater chicken, it is actually ca bo hom, or boxfish (Ostraciidae). And though it looks ugly, it is terribly delicious.

Vietnam among favorite places by foodies for Korean, Thai, Japanese visitors

Tourists from the Republic of Korea, Japan, and Thailand are the most likely to be drawn in by Vietnamese delights, with visitors from these three nations most likely to visit Vietnam with cuisine on their mind.

Programme to promote Vietnamese culinary culture launched

The Tourism Information Center under the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT) on October 1 unveiled the 2024 co-operation programme aimed at promoting Vietnamese cuisine.

Vietnamese dishes shine on Southeast Asia’s best broth-based foods list

Several Vietnamese dishes, including pho, bun, and hotpot, have made it onto Taste Atlas's list of the best broth-based foods in Southeast Asia, highlighting the country's rich culinary tradition.

Japanese visitor enchanted by unique 'dry Pho' in Gia Lai

Exploring the culinary landscapes of Gia Lai, a Japanese visitor was captivated by a local variant of pho, dubbed 'order one, get two,' finishing his meal with great relish due to its unique flavor.

Steamed sticky rice and cassava stall only open several months a year

Opening at 9 am every day from the seventh month to the end of the second lunar month next year, Thuy’s xoi san (steamed cassava-sticky rice) stall is well known in Hai Phong City.

Vietnamese woman brings the taste of home to Zanzibar’s shores

Nguyen Thi Kim Anh, the only Vietnamese living on Zanzibar Island in Tanzania, has introduced her homeland's cuisine to the island, delighting locals and tourists alike.

'Sweet potato cocoons': VN team in Africa treats locals to traditional specialty

With local ingredients, a young Vietnamese man created a delicious Vietnamese dish, called ‘sweet potato cocoons’, that has been a hit with Angolans.

Throwing and catching broken clay pots of rice attracts diners restaurant

After breaking a clay pot to get the rice crust at the bottom of the pot, a restaurant worker immediately throws a rice piece to another person standing far away holding a plate to catch it.

Unique smoked snail delicacy from the Mekong Delta

The smoked snails of Southern Vietnam, nurtured with milk and eggs before being served, are gaining attention both domestically and internationally for their rich flavor and distinctive preparation.

Phu Yen’s exotic tuna eye dish: A culinary adventure for the brave

Known as the "capital" of oceanic tuna in Vietnam, Phu Yen offers a culinary experience unlike any other: stewed tuna eyes.

Four Vietnamese dishes featuring ginger ranked among the world’s best

In a recent survey by Taste Atlas, four Vietnamese dishes containing ginger have been named among the world’s top culinary delights. Phở gà, bánh trôi nước, phở trộn, and gà luộc stand out for their exquisite flavors and cultural importance.

From Vietnam’s coasts to Hanoi’s tables: the rise of the sea bug delicacy

The rare sea bug, known as the "water-tank," is gaining widespread praise in Hanoi as its distinct flavor and exclusivity make it a top-tier delicacy.

Discover Hanoi’s best street food: Two tiny alleys with big flavors

Tucked away in the bustling heart of Hanoi, Dong Xuan and Trung Yen alleys may be narrow and unassuming, but they are culinary treasures.

Canadian man finally fulfills his wish to eat pho bo in Vietnam

A Canadian man says that beef pho was the Vietnamese dish he always wanted to try the most, and after doing so in the country, was surprised that he had to pay only VND80,000.

Korean diner tries super-expensive steamed sticky rice, raising arguments

The steamed sticky rice, made of high-grade materials, including Ca Mau crabs and glutinous roundgrain rice, has attracted many diners despite the sky high price of VND660,000-990,000 per serving.

Vietnam’s chao tom and nem earn spots in global appetizer top 100

Taste Atlas ranks Vietnam’s Chao Tom and Nem among the world’s top appetizers, showcasing the country's flavorful and traditional dishes on an international platform.

Grasshoppers become a luxury delicacy in Hanoi.

During the rice harvest season, rural residents used to catch rice grasshoppers to roast or fry for a simple meal. Today, this once-humble snack has evolved into a luxury delicacy in Hanoi, with prices reaching 800,000 VND/kg.

Which pho is better: the VND50,000 or VND950,000 dish?

A German traveler in Hanoi said "both the cheap and expensive pho versions were great."