A sweet treat from Dong Thap
Banh tam bi (a silkworm-shaped cake in coconut cream) in Dong Thap Province in the Mekong Delta tastes sweet and subtle, just like the locals in the area. When they first see banh tam bi, diners often think it is a variation of thick noodle soup. However, the cake has its own fatty taste, both […]
Another unique version of Quang-style noodles
Using simple and rustic ingredients, the locals of Quang Nam have cleverly created Quang-style noodles with snakehead fish that will leave diners in love at the first bite The dish needs a skillful and meticulous cook to ensure its standard flavor. It is important to choose the best noodles made
Int’l Food & Hotel Vietnam kicks off in HCMC
HCMC – The 11th International Food & Drink, Hotel, Restaurant, Bakery & Food Service Equipment, Supplies & Services Exhibition, or Food & Hotel Vietnam 2022, was launched at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center in District 7, HCMC today, December 7. The exhibition, held by
Fried squid paste in Halong Bay
As one of the largest seafood regions in Vietnam, Quang Ninh has the tastiest seafood dishes that one cannot forget. Among them, fried squid paste in Halong Bay will leave a lasting impression on diners thanks to its unforgettable taste. Halong fried squid paste (cha muc) is made from cuttlefish
A sweet delicacy from Soc Trang
Sesame cake has conquered diners with its characteristic and sweet taste and aroma, attracting tourists to buy them as gifts when they visit Soc Trang. Sesame cake is a labor of love, a unique specialty of Soc Trang Province, highlighting the locals’ sincerity, gentleness and hospitality.
Sea urchin porridge: A gift from the sea
Sea urchin porridge is best known as the ginseng of the sea, and in Japan, the dish is a delicacy among gourmets. However, at restaurants and eateries in Vietnam, Phu Quoc sea urchin porridge is served to all diners. Sea urchins are small, spiny and have a rough shape. They live in groups on coral
The rustic rice cake of Nghe An Province
Although the process of making Sa Nam banh duc (plain rice cake) is quite difficult, the cake has been a popular activity among the people of Nghe An Province for decades and has become a long-lasting tradition handed down by ancestors. To make banh duc, the cook has to make molds, grind, cook and
A must-try noodle dish in Quang Ninh
Mantis shrimp rice noodle soup, with simple ingredients bringing the taste of the sea, has become another famous specialty of Quang Ninh. Along with the thunder crab, mantis shrimp is a popular specialty from the martial land. For a long time, mantis shrimp has been a simple and rustic dish
The sweetness of Quang Ngai’s corn spring rolls
From a simple ingredient, corn, Quang Ngai’s locals have created delicious corn spring rolls (ram bap) with a crispy crust and sweet filling The success of the dish depends on the quality of the corn. Therefore, a cook only chooses glutinous corn with a milky taste. The corn kernels are sliced
Distintive flavor of Phu Yen tuna belly salad
Phu Yen tuna belly salad is listed as a hard-to-find delicacy, as some locals have never had a chance to enjoy the dish. The tuna belly salad was concocted years ago by fishermen who caught tuna, processed it and enjoyed the dish on the boat. Nowadays, the dish has spread to many provinces through
HCMC FOODEX features 300 showcases food, foodstuff producers
HCMC – Nearly 300 food producers are participating in the HCMC FOODEX 2022, which features many popular brands and regional specialties. The exhibition is taking place at the Saigon Exhibition Convention Center from October 19 to 22, co-held by the Investment and Trade Promotion Center of HCMC
5 Essential Vegetarian And Vegan Restaurants In Vietnam
Plant-based cooking has long been part of culinary culture in Vietnam — here’s where to try the best Vietnamese vegetarian and vegan food from Saigon to Hanoi.