Food & Drink

Nghe An eel cuisine recognised as national intangible heritage

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has added traditional knowledge of eel dish preparation in the central province of Nghe An to the national list of intangible cultural heritage.

Food hygiene row after Ninh Binh staff puts food from mouth into sandwich

Pho Thin Bo Ho prepares to relocate after 70 years in Hanoi old quarter

Hue spotlights its culinary soul at international food festival

The International Culinary Festival “Hue-Capital of Cuisine” officially opened on December 18, emerging as a highlight event marking the close of the National Tourism Year-Hue 2025.

Cafe with Hanoi Cathedral view draws young crowds

A cafe overlooking Hanoi Cathedral is attracting large numbers of customers, especially young people, thanks to its rare green space and direct views of one of the capital’s landmarks.

Pho Week in Europe 2025 celebrates Vietnam culinary icon

Communities across Europe are celebrating Vietnam’s iconic dish pho during Pho Week, held from December 8-14 to mark Vietnamese Pho Day on December 12.

Vietnam climbs to 16th place in TasteAtlas global cuisine ranking

Vietnam has risen to 16th place on TasteAtlas’s list of the world’s 100 best cuisines, up three spots from 2024.

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

International food website TasteAtlas has included 23 Vietnamese dishes in its list of the Top 100 Southeast Asian specialities.

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

Thirteen Michelin-starred chefs from around the world are taking part in the 100 flavors event in Vietnam, showcasing haute cuisine blended with Vietnamese culinary heritage.

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.