‘Cocooned’ for tea, staying for dinner

Every Vietnamese child has grown up with quà chiều in their kindergarten years. Many years ago, during times of economic hardship, a quà chiều could have been something as simple as half a banana.

The taste of Korea in the centre of Hà Nội

After visiting almost all Korean restaurants in a certain part of Ha Noi, one that has a flower-sounding name catches the attention of Tu Le and her friend. A few hours later, they walk out, singing its praises and recommending the place highly to others.

Satisfying hunger pangs in Hà Giang

The fantastic landscapes that Hoàng Su Phì District treats visitors to also yield some delicious ingredients that make the local cuisine a special feast to savour, Lương Thu Hương discovers

Why an Indian restaurant stands out in Việt Nam

There are several reasons why Tandoor in HCM City has become the place of choice for Indian food, but it stands out from its peers in how it invites you in and makes you feel you are in for a treat, writes Hari Chathrattil.

Tamoya Udon’s authentic noodles dazzle

Tamoya Udon serves homemade udon and soup dishes that originate from Sanuki in Japan’s Kagawa Prefecture. Phương Mai samples the fare in downtown HCM City.

Mountain Retreat: country treats on city rooftop

Its location notwithstanding, Mountain Retreat is a world away from the pretension of big-city restaurants downtown. Mỹ Duyên reports on its rural, traditional dishes that attract a steady stream of diners.

European cuisine with Asian sophistication

Combining the subtle tastes of excellent European fare with the private sophistication of an Asian hideaway, VinSteak restaurant is the perfect place for a business meeting
or a romantic rendezvous. Moc Mien reports.

 

A rendezvous with nostalgia by the ocean

For those seeking the nostalgia of traditional home cooking, you need go no further than Hỉ Villa Restaurant in Đà Nẵng. Sitting in the shade of mango trees next to the ocean, you can eat traditional food from any part of Việt Nam. Hoài Nam reports.

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