Vietnam is one of those countries where everything seems to revolve around food, and I mean that in the best way. From steaming bowls of pho eaten at street level in the early morning to late dinners built around grilled seafood and cold beer, eating your way through Vietnam is part of the experience. Fresh herbs by the handful, bright acidity, slow simmered broths, crusty bánh mì with just the right amount of heat. The balance is precise, but it never feels complicated. There’s plenty to see between meals. The rhythm of Hanoi at dawn, the constant motion of Ho Chi Minh City, lantern lit evenings in Hoi An, and landscapes that shift from rice fields to coastline within a single journey. It’s a country that rewards curiosity. On the blog, I write about the restaurants that stood out, the dishes I’d happily order again, and the things to do along the way, from street food finds to longer days spent exploring markets, neighborhoods, and coastal towns.
Forget about pho, in Hoi An, Cao Lau rules. And what is Cao Lau? It is like a noodle soup without soup. Huh? Think thick white noodles, fresh herbs and …