Food & Drink

Day of Pho 2025 festival to open in Ho Chi Minh City

The Day of Pho 2025 festival aims to promote pho to residents and visitors in Ho Chi Minh City while honouring rice, a key ingredient of the dish, officials said at a press conference on December 4.

23 Vietnamese dishes among Southeast Asia’s top 100 specialties

World Michelin-starred chefs gather in Vietnam for 100 flavors event

Vietnamese Banh mi selected among world’s top 25 best sandwiches

CNN Travel, the travel and lifestyle division of the cabled news network CNN, has ranked the Vietnamese delicacy Banh Mi (baguettes) second among the top 25 most delicious sandwiches in the world.

Pho to be introduced widely in Europe in December

Pho Week will take place across Europe from December 8 to 14 to promote one of Vietnam’s most iconic dishes.

Specialty coffee house in Hanoi attracts premium-price clientele

Even with its high pricing, a coffee house on Quang Trung Street in Hanoi draws many international tourists and coffee connoisseurs seeking a flavour experience.

Hanoi cafe draws crowds with G-Dragon rose outfits

A Hanoi cafe has gone viral for handmade rose-themed outfits inspired by K-pop star G-Dragon ahead of his November 8 show.

South Korean star breaks a sweat trying coconut worms in Vietnam

Korean actor Lee Kwang Soo overcame his fear to try coconut worms during his visit to Vietnam, gaining a deeper appreciation for the country’s bold and diverse cuisine.

Hanoi introduces 24K gold egg coffee experience

A 24K gold egg coffee, served in gilded cups, saucers and spoons, is attracting both Vietnamese and international visitors in Hanoi.

Vietnam among top 15 best countries for food in the world

Vietnam has secured the fourth place on the list of best countries for food in the world in the 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards by the US-based travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler.

Vietnamese coffee wins over French consumers

Amid global cold-coffee-drink trends like the Espresso tonic, Vietnamese coffee has proved its enduring allure.

Hanoi restaurant offers diners a mystery menu

At Hanoi’s Ben Restaurant, diners have no idea what they will eat, and usually do not worry about the price, says chef-owner Phuong Nguyen.

Nineteen Vietnamese noodle dishes featured in TasteAtlas’ global Top 100

Nineteen Vietnamese dishes have been listed in the Top 100 noodle dishes worldwide, according to international food website TasteAtlas.

Iconic Mexican food fiesta heads south to HCM City

Food fanatics in HCM City are looking forward to celebrating the city’s vibrant taco scene at the Saigon Taco Fest 2025 on August 30 at Creo Customs in An Khanh Ward.

HCM City to host rice noodle festival

The first-ever Rice Noodle Festival is scheduled to take place in HCM City in October.

Hanoi parade views coffee shops in high demand

Crowds are vying for Hanoi café seats, with many even paying millions, to get the best view of the coming parade on September 2.

Two swap city life for a hillside kitchen that’s winning hearts online

After 10 years of working in the city, Dao Duy Tai decided to return to his hometown and transformed an old storage shed into a rustic kitchen and launched a channel telling stories of rural life.

Hanoi ranks among world’s top 13 cities for unforgettable cuisine

Hanoi has been ranked 13th on TripAdvisor’s list of the world’s best cities for “unbelievable meals”, recognising its vibrant street food scene and refined local flavors.

Danang street food vendor accused of overcharging

A group of Lao tourists reported being overcharged by a roadside street vendor when buying grilled food.

Hanoi’s street food culture gains ground with Michelin nods

Several Hanoi street-side eateries have earned recognition from Michelin, but the question remains: is this enough to elevate the city's vibrant street food scene?

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