A delicious Tet
Spring is in the air and yes Tet is just around the corner! The Vietnamese Lunar New Year comes our way early this year, on January 22. It’s a joyous occasion as families and friends, near and far, gather to re-connect, celebrate and usher in the new year. Amid all the festive preparation, why not
Quang Ngai’s specialty
Don is a specialty of Quang Ngai that cannot be found elsewhere in Vietnam. When in Quang Ngai, diners should not miss an opportunity to enjoy don whose reputation precedes it. In Vietnam, don is only available in the Tra and Ve rivers. In the dry season, around April and May, don starts to
HCMC establishes F&B association
HCMC – The HCMC government has set up the HCMC Food and Beverage Association (FBA) under the management of the municipal Department of Tourism. The association is aimed at bringing together culinary experts, cooks, chefs, hotels, restaurants and tour operators to create new high-quality products
Hue conquers diners with delicacies
Hue pressed cake, also known as “banh ep”, attracts people’s hearts (and stomachs) not only for its combination of various flavors but also for its reasonable price. The main ingredient for banh ep is tapioca flour. First, the cook kneads the flour thoroughly with water and then divides it into
Enjoying Danang’s rustic dish on cold days
Steamed mackerel scad (nuc fish) wrapped in rice paper with its simple and rustic flavor is a hit with diners right from the first bite. Diners can enjoy the steamed mackerel scad (nuc fish) wrapped in rice paper all year round. Nuc fish are cheap, easy to find, and usually chosen due to their
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
