7 dishes to put Cao Bang on gastronomy map

Mandarin ducks are much in demand as pets in Vietnam for their spectacular appearance.

Thousands of poultry are infected with H5N1, otherwise known as bird flu, in a province near Saigon.

Cold wind, check. Sweater, check. Money, check. It's time for your meals to get 'quacky.'

Around 7,500 ducks have descended on the famous Peterhof Park, choosing to reside in its ponds and canals instead of migrating to warmer places for the winter.

‘Banh xeo’, the Vietnamese sister of the crepe, makes a perfect rival to its western counterpart thanks to its combination with salty rather than sweet toppings and open-air preparation. A popular dish in central and southern Vietnam, but everywhere it perches, locals add their own dash of creativity.