Ho Chi Minh City: Paradise of Street food
According to The Travel newspaper, Ho Chi Minh City ranks second on the list of places for street food enthusiasts in Asia. Coming here, street vendors and carts with amazing dishes will appear on every street in the city. This has become a unique cultural practice among Vietnamese people and attracts lots of tourists to enjoy this paradise of street food variety.
You have to try some of these dishes like banh mi, squid porridge, char siu, banh uot, bun thit nuong, etc. at roadside eateries instead of luxury restaurants to have the most complete experience. Sitting on plastic chairs and enjoying food on the plastic table in the crowded, bustling atmosphere of Ho Chi Minh City, get ready to be immersed in the vibrant lifestyles of the people here.
Vietnamese Bun Thit nuong with spring rolls and grilled pork. It usually be eaten with pickled salad and raw vegetables, with a dash of sweet and spicy sauce.
Local specialty – Banh Uot – thin layer of rice crepe rolled with pork meat and wood-ear mushroom. It comes with fried shallots, pork roll, sweet and spicy sauce to dip.
Don’t forget to taste the local condensed milk coffee specialty and the creamy egg coffee as it will get you coming around the town anytime soon!
Creamy texture of Vietnamese Egg Coffee and Ca phe Sua da (Condensed milk coffee) are 2 of the most famous street food options.
As Ho Chi Minh City is the cultural and cuisine hub of the country, with loads of exciting places to visit, you will be able to cultivate a hands-on experience with authentic Vietnamese dishes in the Saigon City Tour and Saigon Cooking Class. Not only will you get a chance to prepare a delicious meal, but to visit the most famous historical landmarks around this central hub will surely leave you with a distinctive memory.
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We recommend a few well-known street food destinations, such as Ho Thi Ky Market, which is not only the largest fresh flower wholesale market in Ho Chi Minh City but also famous for its street food section with a variety of dishes from all of Vietnam’s regions. In addition to being a popular place for local and international tourist entertainment, Turtle Lake is also a diverse culinary paradise.
A sight of colorful flower vendors at Ho Thi Ky Market being displayed in daytime.
Food vendors at nightime, where it’s almost crowded to find a seat when alluring dishes welcome you to devour.
With affordable prices, rich local cuisine, the hospitality and cheerfulness of the sellers, Ho Chi Minh City is a great place for you to enjoy delicious food and help you understand the culture of the Vietnamese people even more. Explore the Culinary tours of Lua Viet now to have unforgettable experiences of your lifetime!
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