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Treasures grow on trees in Vietnam's tropical south

Treasures grow on trees in Vietnam's tropical south

In contrast to the more seasonal north, the south of Vietnam offers two options: baking heat or pouring rain. But this climate does bear fruit, quite literally, with different localities claiming the top spot for the fruits of their labors.
Monkeying around: Climbing coconut trees couldn’t be easier with this neat gadget

Monkeying around: Climbing coconut trees couldn’t be easier with this neat gadget

Coconut sticky rice a rare treat on Hanoi streets

Coconut sticky rice a rare treat on Hanoi streets

The playful art of folding coconut leaves in Hanoi

The playful art of folding coconut leaves in Hanoi

Nguyen Manh Thang has diligently pursued his passion for folding coconut leaves into toys, flowers and animals for 10 years.
July 4, 2019 | 01:29 am PT
Prize-winning pictures show a life revolving around coconuts

Prize-winning pictures show a life revolving around coconuts

A photo contest capturing the beauty of Ben Tre shows how daily life revolves around coconuts in the Mekong Delta province.
November 22, 2019 | 06:08 am PT
Go nuts at this homestay in Vinh Long

Go nuts at this homestay in Vinh Long

A homestay in the Mekong Delta province of Vinh Long is distinctive with its structure, interiors and décor all made of coconut wood.
March 19, 2020 | 09:09 pm PT
Hoi An abode mirrors inclined, coconut-tree columns

Hoi An abode mirrors inclined, coconut-tree columns

Located in Hoi An Ancient Town along Vietnam’s central coast, the house makes for lush living.
March 25, 2020 | 01:00 am PT
Simply delicious: shrimp cooked in coconut

Simply delicious: shrimp cooked in coconut

Cooking shrimp in coconut, a unique recipe of Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, looks simple but it makes for a delicious dish.
September 16, 2020 | 06:45 am PT
Vietnam targets coconut product exports of $1B

Vietnam targets coconut product exports of $1B

Exports of coconut products were worth $900 million last year and are expected to top $1 billion this year, according to the Vietnam Coconut Association.
February 27, 2023 | 01:22 am PT
Why you shouldn't drink more than three coconuts per week

Why you shouldn't drink more than three coconuts per week

Coconut water is a popular drink to cool down on hot summer days containing a good amount of vitamins and minerals. However, experts advise only drinking two to three coconuts each week.
June 8, 2023 | 03:00 pm PT
Cooling down the body and curing diseases with coconut

Cooling down the body and curing diseases with coconut

Coconut is not only used to quench thirst or skincare, but also a medicine that helps with sickness, fatigue, diarrhea, and infection.
June 18, 2023 | 03:13 pm PT
Vietnam eyes sustainable development for coconut industry

Vietnam eyes sustainable development for coconut industry

Coconut industry is playing a very important role in the socio-economic development of Vietnam and should be considered an indispensable part of the country's development strategies, said officials.
July 16, 2023 | 11:14 pm PT
Vietnam gets green light to export fresh husked coconut to US

Vietnam gets green light to export fresh husked coconut to US

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has announced its permission for Vietnam to export fresh husked coconut to the country.
August 10, 2023 | 09:30 pm PT
Domestic coconut price triples after US export news

Domestic coconut price triples after US export news

After there was information that Vietnamese fresh husked coconuts can be exported to the U.S., the price of fresh coconuts in the Mekong Delta has increased again.
August 18, 2023 | 09:52 pm PT
Will I gain weight if I drink coconut water?

Will I gain weight if I drink coconut water?

I like drinking coconut water, but I'm afraid of gaining weight. Do I have to exercise or limit my calorie intake to avoid that? (Ha, 29, HCMC)
August 19, 2023 | 03:00 pm PT
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