A unique “Banh Xeo” in Vietnam
“Banh xeo” is Vietnamese style crepe with whole shrimp, thinly sliced pork and bean sprouts. What is Banh Xeo? Like the salad roll, the “banh xeo” is a do-it-yourself dish that involves the messy but delicious process of wrapping the crepe in lettuce with cilantro and basil. Though the filling might fall out on your […]
Chè – Vietnamese Sweet Soup
“Chè” is a Vietnamese term that refers to any traditional Vietnamese thick, sweet dessert soup. Sweet Soup is a kind of sugary flavored beverage which is protein-rich. As such, it may, with the addition of qualifying adjectives, refer to a wide variety of distinct soups or puddings, which may be served either hot or cold. Some varieties, […]
Nuoc Mia, or Sugar-cane Juice – A Refreshing Drink in Vietnam
In hot weather like Vietnam, people know sugar cane juice as a natural beverage that is delicious and cheap. Therefore, sugar cane juice is so popular in Vietnam and is available at most small street stalls, often sold alongside other popular beverages. The juice is served from distinctive metal carts with crank-powered sugar cane stalk […]
Unique Coffee Culture in Ho Chi Minh
There is no doubt that Vietnam – the 2nd largest coffee producer in the world is well known for consuming coffee at a large amount. So here comes Saigon, where coffee has been an exclusive culture compared to any place in Vietnam. Coffee Culture in Ho Chi Minh City Strangers may recognize Ho Chi Minh […]
LANTERN STREET IN HO CHI MINH CITY
What is The Lantern Street? Lantern Street in Ho Chi Minh City, also known as Luong Nhu Hoc Lantern Street, is a vibrant and enchanting destination that comes alive during the Mid-Autumn Festival and other festive occasions. Located in District 5’s Chinatown, the street has numerous shops and stalls offering a dazzling array of lanterns […]
𝐕𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐧𝐚𝐦 𝐀𝐢𝐫𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐇𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐢-𝐌𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐢 𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐞
𝐕𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐧𝐚𝐦 𝐀𝐢𝐫𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐇𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐢-𝐌𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐢 𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐞 National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines on Sunday launched a direct air route connecting Hanoi with India’s Mumbai to strengthen trade, and socio-cultural connectivity between the two nations. This is the carrier’s second route connecting Vietnam and India, after New Delhi capital. Its Deputy General Director Trinh Ngoc Thanh said […]
𝐃𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐝𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐮𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭
Maybe you want to try something new, or maybe your country does not have the fresh fruit – either way, here are Vietnam’s best dishes and desserts made from durian. Banh dua sau rieng – Coconut cake with durian Banh dua, or coconut cake, is a Teochew (Singaporean-Chinese) cuisine that many people in Saigon associate […]
𝟕 𝐕𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐩𝐬 𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐬𝐢𝐚’𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭
International cuisine magazine TasteAtlas has released a list of the 50 best soups in Southeast Asia and Vietnam has seven representatives in the ranking. Bun oc (snail noodle soup) is a specialty in Hanoi where it is usually prepared with freshwater snails that are combined with a tomato-based broth. The broth is made from stewed bones, tomatoes, […]
𝐕𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐧𝐚𝐦 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝’𝐬 𝟏𝟎 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐰𝐬: 𝐓𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐀𝐭𝐥𝐚𝐬
International cuisine magazine TasteAtlas has listed bo kho (Vietnamese beef stew), a popular breakfast in the south, one of world’s 10 best stews. The dish includes ingredients such as diced beef, carrots, lemongrass, cinnamon, chili, pepper, garlic, and shallots, all simmered in a spicy broth. The stew is garnished with chopped green onions, coriander and […]
Saigon’s Notre Dame Cathedral after 6 years of restoration
The repair of the Notre Dame Cathedral in Saigon is 50% complete and expected to last until 2027. The walls have been cleaned, and part of the roof has been replaced. The Notre Dame Basilica of Saigon in District 1 has been undergoing renovations for the past six years. Initially, it was anticipated that the […]