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Saigon's century-old market's fancy fare, late-night bites

Saigon's century-old market's fancy fare, late-night bites

Phung Hung Market, known for its pricey morning produce, becomes an affordable street food hub by afternoon, showcasing Ho Chi Minh City's Chinatown cuisine.
Taiwanese beef noodles get a local reboot

Taiwanese beef noodles get a local reboot

Saigon crabstick cart serves up affordable sticky rice

Saigon crabstick cart serves up affordable sticky rice

Celebrity couple serves up creative vegetarian cuisine

Celebrity couple serves up creative vegetarian cuisine

Actress Ngo Thanh Van and her chef husband Huy Tran's new vegetarian restaurant in Saigon features interesting dishes, drawing large crowds and making customers wait up to an hour for a table.
June 6, 2024 | 05:08 pm PT
How to make broken rice com tam

How to make broken rice com tam

Broken rice, a signature dish of Saigon, combines eastern and western flavors with pork cutlets, egg rolls, shredded pork skins, and tangy accompaniments.
April 10, 2024 | 07:24 pm PT
HCMC eatery serves 600 bowls of crabtastic goodness a day

HCMC eatery serves 600 bowls of crabtastic goodness a day

For 13 years, Thanh Chuong's thick noodle soup in District 10 of Ho Chi Minh City has been known for its hand-made noodles, sentinel crab-infused broth, and fresh crab meat.
March 30, 2024 | 03:46 am PT
Saigon's favorite late-night bites

Saigon's favorite late-night bites

As night falls in Saigon, prepare your tastebuds for a lamp-lit culinary journey, from sizzling charcoal-grilled ribs to diverse noodles.
February 17, 2024 | 05:00 am PT
Ho Chi Minh City's 10 best dishes

Ho Chi Minh City's 10 best dishes

Saigon's rich culinary scene is highlighted by the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism's recently-released list: "Top 10 most interesting foods for tourists."
December 30, 2023 | 11:29 pm PT
Michelin recommends not missing these five Vietnamese dishes

Michelin recommends not missing these five Vietnamese dishes

Michelin Guide recommends tourists try five common Vietnamese dishes, from rice rolls to noodle bowls, at select locations in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.
December 30, 2023 | 05:00 am PT
How to make southern Vietnamese sour fish soup

How to make southern Vietnamese sour fish soup

Sour fish soup, voted among the world's best rated fish soups by international food magazine TasteAtlas, features a sweet and sour blend, making it a great choice for a summer meal.
December 29, 2023 | 07:06 pm PT
Herbal bliss: Saigon's salted steamed chicken sells over 500 portions daily

Herbal bliss: Saigon's salted steamed chicken sells over 500 portions daily

Dat’s salted steamed chicken in HCMC's Tan Phu District started with just 30 servings and has flourished to selling over 500 daily, offering tender, herbal-infused flavors.
December 20, 2023 | 05:46 pm PT
Hong Kong's signature cakes shine at Saigon's Chinatown

Hong Kong's signature cakes shine at Saigon's Chinatown

Meet the stars of Saigon's Chinatown: Hong Kong's pineapple buns and egg tarts. Being freshly made daily, these cakes are known for their buttermilk aroma and rich, creamy flavors.
December 15, 2023 | 06:27 pm PT
Ha Long's squid rice rolls win Saigon bellies

Ha Long's squid rice rolls win Saigon bellies

From a humble beginning serving only four portions a day, Hai Yen's squid roll cake shop now serves 300 patrons daily, bringing the distinct flavor of Ha Long to Saigon.
December 9, 2023 | 09:00 pm PT
Saigon chickens grilled under clay coating

Saigon chickens grilled under clay coating

Le Van Son in HCMC sells nearly 100 grilled chickens every day, drawing curious customers who first thought he was selling clay balls.
November 30, 2023 | 07:08 pm PT
How to make Saigon-style bread with combo pan

How to make Saigon-style bread with combo pan

Experience the flavors of Saigon through a bread with combo pan (banh mi chao) recipe, where succulent beef is marinated, paired with black pepper sauce, and complemented by an array of toppings.
November 29, 2023 | 05:54 pm PT
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