Food Souvenirs From Vietnam: What You Can Bring Home (U.S., UK, Australia Rules)
Food souvenirs from Vietnam that usually travel well are roasted coffee, tea, and sealed packaged snacks. The items…
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Vietnam Food Poisoning: How to Avoid It and What to Eat if You Get Sick
Vietnam food poisoning in travelers is usually travelers’ diarrhea, and fluids come first: oral rehydration salts (sold in…
Hanoi vs Ho Chi Minh City for Food: Which City Should You Pick?
Hanoi vs Ho Chi Minh City for food comes down to taste. Pick Hà Nội for clear-broth phở,…
Vietnam Cooking Class: Cost, What to Expect, Best Cities
A Vietnam cooking class usually costs about US$20 to US$60 per person for a group session of three…
7 Days Eating Through Vietnam: A Food Itinerary
A 7-day food itinerary for Vietnam runs north to south: two days in Hà Nội, one in Huế,…
Vietnamese Hot Pot (Lẩu): Types, How to Eat, Dipping Sauces
Vietnamese hot pot (lẩu) is a pot of seasoned broth kept simmering at the table, where diners cook…
Best Time to Visit Vietnam for Food Lovers: Chase the Harvest, Then Check the Forecast
The best time to visit Vietnam for food lovers depends on the region. March and April give the…
Is Vietnamese Food Spicy? Only If You Ask It to Be
Is Vietnamese food spicy? Not by default — most of the country’s best-known dishes, from phở to bánh…
Vegetarian Vietnamese Food: What “Chay” Really Means
Vegetarian Vietnamese food has a name most guides translate too loosely: “chay.” It isn’t just the Vietnamese word…