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Eat & DrinkA Brief Guide to Vietnam's Lesser-Known Sweet Sticky Rice Dishes
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- Published on Friday, 28 June 2019 11:00
- Written by Hieu Tran.
You may have tried the famed mango sticky rice from Thailand and wondered, “How on earth does this rice go so well with the sweetness of mango and coconut milk?” Usually, some would think of rice as part of a savory dish, like how mashed potatoes go with steak, instead of berries. However, in many Asian countries that use rice as a staple, sticky rice or glutinous rice, in the form of grains or flour, has long been used to make sweet treats and desserts, as well as savory main dishes.
Ngõ Nooks: Hearty Banh Mi From a New-Fashioned Hanoi Co-Operative
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- Published on Friday, 21 June 2019 07:16
- Written by Gia Nguyen. Photos by Bac Ha.
Hop Tac Xa Thit Xien is more than just a bánh mì eatery – it’s a place to rekindle your childhood nostalgia and absorb the style of the street.
Da Nang Just Made Vietnam's Biggest Bánh Xèo, Feeding 200 People
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- Published on Monday, 10 June 2019 14:00
- Written by Saigoneer.
The world has never stopped obsessing over giant food, and Vietnam is no exception.
Each Vietnamese Consumes 3kg of Beef, 20l of Milk Annually, Minister Says
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- Published on Monday, 27 May 2019 14:00
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
Despite the country’s rising wealth, Vietnam still consumes a modest amount of beef compared with the world average.
Ngõ Nooks: Come for the Coffee, Stay for the Aesthetic
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- Published on Friday, 24 May 2019 12:00
- Written by Ashley Lampard. Photos by Chris Humphrey.
Apparently, the owners of Chon want people to find their café. However, you wouldn’t assume as much when attempting to navigate the narrow, snaking alleyways that lead to their joint. You’ll find a door-sized opening off of Nha Chung Street, yet there are no signs for Chon at all. The only indication of what the rat warren might lead to are bold, red declarations promising a hot bowl of phở.
Pizza 4P's Receives Investment From Mekong Capital
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- Published on Monday, 20 May 2019 16:00
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam-focused private equity firm Mekong Capital is injecting an undisclosed amount of investment into Vietnam's widely popular fusion pizza chain.
Ngõ Nooks: The Deep-Fried Satisfaction of Steamy Bánh Gối
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- Published on Saturday, 20 April 2019 10:00
- Written by Gia Nguyen. Photos by Chris Humphrey.
Thanks to being born and bred in Hanoi, I definitely have a love-hate relationship with the city. That said, there are more “loves” than “hates” on my list, and street food in Hanoi plays a huge part in the former category. Moreover, as a food lover, I’ve been feasting in the capital since the moment I learned how to cycle around and find the finest vendors. One snack, in particular, remains one of my all-time-favorites: bánh gối (fried pillows).
Banana Leaves Make Glorious Comeback in Supermarkets Across Vietnam
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- Published on Thursday, 04 April 2019 11:00
- Written by Saigoneer. Top photo by Michael Tatarski.
After straws, Vietnam’s anti-plastic movement now has a new target: plastic grocery wraps.
Ngõ Nooks: Immerse Yourself in the Traditional Architecture of Cafe Nha San
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- Published on Friday, 29 March 2019 14:00
- Written by Ashley Lampard. Photos by Bac Ha.
Nestled deep in a dead-end street reached through a warren of alleyways from an almost impossible-to-see entrance is an ancient-looking building. This stunning traditional Vietnamese stilt-house is one of the few remaining structures of its kind in the capital, and houses one of Hanoi’s most inimitable cafes.
Ngõ Nooks: Sumptuous Xôi From One of Hanoi's Friendliest Street Food Vendors
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- Published on Friday, 15 March 2019 13:00
- Written by Gia Nguyen. Photos by Chris Humphrey.
If you live in Vietnam, then you’ll already know how vital rice is here, and the role it plays in almost every meal we eat.
The Familial Vietnamese Ritual of Making Spring Rolls
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- Published on Saturday, 09 March 2019 10:00
- Written by Hieu Tran. Top photo by Brandon Coleman.
“Nem rán (fried spring rolls), or just nem for short, has been a part of life in Hanoi since forever. Whenever I think of this dish, I think of my mother. That is because only nem made at home by my mother is the really best nem. That is something ingrained in me since I was still a child.
