After deciding to spend the first few months of 2019 living in Vietnam’s ancient and very beautiful coastal town of Hoi An, I soon learned that there weren’t any supermarkets in town, with the closest being located in Danang, an hour away on the motorbike. And despite the quality of […]
Vietnam
Vietnam is a country rich in history and culture, and its food reflects this diversity. Vietnamese cuisine is renowned for its fresh, light flavors and use of herbs and vegetables.
From the bustling city of Ho Chi Minh City to the stunning limestone islands of Ha Long Bay, there is much to explore in Vietnam.
Whether interested in its food, culture, or history, Vietnam will provide you with an unforgettable experience.
The Best of Dalat Food – 10 Dishes not to Miss
Dalat, located in Vietnam’s Central Highlands, is a popular destination for visitors due to its beautiful landscapes, flower gardens, and the always welcome cooler Dalat temperatures. To me, it’s one of the best places in Vietnam to visit. And it’s these cooler temperatures that impact the agriculture of the region, […]
The Secret Garden Restaurant – Saigon
The Secret Garden restaurant is well named, with a couple of secrets you need to discover before sitting down to a hearty Vietnamese meal. First, the entrance is partially a secret and quite difficult to find as it’s marked by a small sign at the end of a busy alleyway. […]
5 Must Visit Markets in Saigon
One of the best ways to experience the vibrancy of Saigon is to visit one of the many markets located throughout the city. From the tourist-centric Ben Thanh Market in District 1, to Binh Dien, the mega seafood wholesale market located on the outskirts of the city, you will find […]
Snakes, a Cooking School, and Ben Thanh Market
Cooking and eating snake! Yes, this was going to be a first. I had been looking through the brochure from Saigon’s Vietnam Cookery Centre, where they list each days’ available dishes for the cooking class. I was immediately drawn to Monday, where they made mention of “snake” in two of […]
The Lunch Lady with a Side-serve of Cynicism
I wanted to visit The Lunch Lady in Saigon’s District 1 after reading about Anthony Bourdain’s visit as well as a number of other positive articles on the consistency and quality of the soup served each day. The Lunch Lady (Ms. Nguyen Thi Thanh) has a routine of serving a […]
Trinh’s Frog Legs Recipe with Lemongrass and Chili
This frog legs recipe with lemongrass and chili is a delicacy in Vietnam. The mix of lemongrass and chili is a classic Vietnamese food combination that is simply delicious. Today I find myself in the kitchen of my good friend Trinh. Trinh and her family run a small homestay through […]
Binh Dien – Saigon’s Wholesale Seafood Market
As we enter the seafood section of Binh Dien, Saigon’s largest wholesale market, the first sound we hear is the rattling sound of clams being shaken back and forth in metal graders. It’s an unrelenting noise and combining that with the glare coming from large lights hanging from the ceiling […]
