You’ll find it alongside many a meal in Viet Nam to add that little bit of extra flavor and a touch of spice. But shrimp paste comes into its own when its served with vermicelli, pork and tofu. That’s known as bun dau mam tom and is one of the country’s most popular meals. Make sure to check it out.

Fancy pigeon for dinner? Or how about a quail for lunch? Prepared Vietnamese-style is the best way to eat these birds. Boiled in herbs and spices, then roasted to perfection, chim quay will be a real treat!

It may be a dish that originated in China, but mỳ vằn thắn served here of course has a Vietnamese twist. Pork, shrimp, noodles and wontons all topped off with a tasty broth. Have you tried it yet? If not, you're missing out.

There’s a place in Việt Nam you will really go nuts for.

Bought yours yet? Given a mooncake to the one you love? Mooncakes are the tradition sweet food to eat this time of year during Mid-Autumn Festival. And there's lots of flavours to choose from.

Chả rươi is made from, you've guessed it... WORMS!

If you want to open your heart to someone special, yellow noodles is the way to do it.

What's the story with morning glory? It's one of Việt Nam's most popular foods but its so much more than just a side dish.

Are you longing for longan?