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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.

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.

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.

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.

Bringing Quang Ngai to Hanoi: 31 years of sizzling pancake tradition

For over three decades, a couple has preserved their Quang Ngai culinary roots in Hanoi, drawing loyal customers with their signature pancakes.

Vietnamese eatery in Portland named one of America’s top 50 restaurants

From Hanoi’s grilled pork noodles to puffed fried pho, a Vietnamese-American couple in Portland has won over diners and made it to The New York Times’ list of the 50 best U.S. restaurants of 2025.

Surprising street food find in Hai Phong stuns American YouTuber

An American YouTuber was stunned by the taste, presentation, and price of a famous Vietnamese street food he tried in a quiet alley of Hai Phong.

American chef stuns at Vietnam street dish made in just 20 seconds

Hue’s famous “banh ep” captivates U.S. food vlogger with its quick preparation, rich flavors, and street-side charm in Ho Chi Minh City

Pho is 'gold mine' for cultural industry: NA Deputy

Bui Hoai Son, Standing Member of the National Assembly’s Committee for Culture and Education, said that pho is a cultural “gold mine” if the Vietnamese people can harness it through their creative industry.

Sticky rice surprise: Tourists can’t get enough of this hidden Hanoi meal

Though tucked away in a narrow alley deep in Hanoi, a local sticky rice dish has captured the hearts of Western tourists, who praised it as a must-try on chilly or rainy days.