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The Hanoi wonton noodle shop that almost never closes

The Hanoi wonton noodle shop that almost never closes

Open year-round except for two hours on Lunar New Year’s Eve, a wonton noodle shop has spent 20 years perfecting a recipe that keeps locals and visitors lining up daily.
3 Vietnamese staples make top Asian side dishes list

3 Vietnamese staples make top Asian side dishes list

McDonald's India outlet gets regulatory warning over rotten tomatoes, reused oil

McDonald's India outlet gets regulatory warning over rotten tomatoes, reused oil

2 Singapore restaurants to close in March amid continued turbulence

2 Singapore restaurants to close in March amid continued turbulence

Relish, a home-grown burger restaurant, and Ibid, a fine-dining establishment, will shut their doors in March as Singapore's food and beverage sector continues to face headwinds.
February 11, 2026 | 03:20 pm PT
Which is Asia's second best food destination?

Which is Asia's second best food destination?

Thailand's Bangkok has been named the second best food destination in Asia after Hong Kong as part of Tripadvisor's 2026 Travelers' Choice Awards: Best of the Best Destinations.
February 11, 2026 | 02:59 pm PT
Singapore restaurant, once listed among Asia's best, to close after 14 years

Singapore restaurant, once listed among Asia's best, to close after 14 years

Singaporean restaurant Lolla, located at Ann Siang Hill, will close after its final service on Feb. 14, joining a growing list of food and beverage outlets that have shut down in the city-state in recent years.
February 9, 2026 | 07:30 pm PT
HCMC pushcart has people queueing for durian sticky rice

HCMC pushcart has people queueing for durian sticky rice

There is a food stall in Ho Chi Minh City with durian sticky rice only available three days a week that sells out in just two hours every time, which has captivated foodies.
February 6, 2026 | 08:00 pm PT
Rome no longer world's best food destination

Rome no longer world's best food destination

London has overtaken Rome to become the world's best food destination in Tripadvisor's 2026 Travelers' Choice Awards.
February 6, 2026 | 06:00 pm PT
Hong Kong surpasses Bangkok, Hanoi to be named Asia's best food destination

Hong Kong surpasses Bangkok, Hanoi to be named Asia's best food destination

Hong Kong has been voted Asia's best food destination this year, surpassing other cities such as Bangkok and Hanoi as part of Tripadvisor's 2026 Travelers' Choice Awards: Best of the Best Destinations.
February 5, 2026 | 06:09 pm PT
Vietnam returns to world's 25 best food destination list after last year's absence

Vietnam returns to world's 25 best food destination list after last year's absence

Vietnam's Hanoi ranked 11th among the world's 25 best food destinations this year as voted by Tripadvisor readers, marking its return to the list after last year's absence.
February 4, 2026 | 07:00 pm PT
6 beloved Vietnamese restaurants abroad that served their final bowls

6 beloved Vietnamese restaurants abroad that served their final bowls

A growing number of long-established Vietnamese restaurants across the U.S., Australia, and the U.K. have closed recently as mounting challenges force them to shut their doors, disappointing many loyal customers.
January 31, 2026 | 10:30 pm PT
Pho deconstructed at the hands of a Michelin chef

Pho deconstructed at the hands of a Michelin chef

A Michelin-starred chef in Saigon transforms pho into a 12-course tasting menu, using French techniques and molecular gastronomy while preserving the dish's soul through its broth.
January 31, 2026 | 04:00 am PT
The $15 New York banh mi that requires 2-hour wait

The $15 New York banh mi that requires 2-hour wait

Banh Anh Em, which does not accept reservations but sells out daily, has earned Michelin recognition for its cooking and is changing how New Yorkers see Vietnamese food.
January 30, 2026 | 08:00 pm PT
Why Australia still has no Michelin restaurants

Why Australia still has no Michelin restaurants

Australia, despite having some celebrated chefs and restaurants, remains absent from the Michelin Guide, held back by cost concerns, uncertain tourism gains, and Michelin's focus on other markets.
January 30, 2026 | 03:09 pm PT
South Korean bread store in Ho Chi Minh City closes after one year

South Korean bread store in Ho Chi Minh City closes after one year

Mil Toast House VN, a popular bakery brand originating from South Korea, has permanently closed from Jan. 22 after over one year of operation.
January 21, 2026 | 11:14 pm PT
Roasted pork belly banh mi tops list of 100 best dishes in Vietnam

Roasted pork belly banh mi tops list of 100 best dishes in Vietnam

Banh mi heo quay, Vietnamese sandwich stuffed with roasted pork belly, surpassed Vietnam's iconic dishes such as pho and bun bo Hue to top a list of 100 best Vietnamese dishes, according to a ranking by global food magazine TasteAtlas.
January 21, 2026 | 11:03 pm PT
2 Vietnamese condiments make global top sauce rankings

2 Vietnamese condiments make global top sauce rankings

Vietnamese dipping sauces nuoc cham and mam nem have been ranked among the world's finest in TasteAtlas' latest "Top 100 sauces in the world."
January 21, 2026 | 03:05 pm PT
Michelin recommendations of 6 Vietnamese desserts worth seeking out

Michelin recommendations of 6 Vietnamese desserts worth seeking out

From sweet soups to charcoal-grilled bananas, the Michelin Guide spotlights six desserts reflecting southern richness, northern delicacy and foreign influences.
January 18, 2026 | 03:00 am PT
These Vietnamese dishes win applause from international media in 2025

These Vietnamese dishes win applause from international media in 2025

Vietnamese dishes from the famous pho and banh mi to the controversial blood pudding were named among the world’s best in 2025 by different media outlets, strengthening of Vietnam's position on the global culinary map.
January 18, 2026 | 01:00 am PT
Former Google executive eyes gourmet status for banh mi in Singapore

Former Google executive eyes gourmet status for banh mi in Singapore

After a decade at Google, Ha Lam Tu Quynh traded a tech career for Clarke Quay, and is transforming banh mi to a premium dining experience in Singapore.
January 17, 2026 | 10:00 pm PT
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