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Some must-try dishes include Banh cuon Cao Bang (Cao Bang Steamed Rice Rolls), Vit quay Lang Son (Lang Son roasted duck),  Canh ca Thai Binh (fish soup of Thai Binh Province),  Bun bo Hue (Hue Noodle Soup with Beef), Sup luon Nghe An (Nghe An Eel Soup),  Nem nuong Nha Trang (grilled pork rolls of Nha Trang City), or Com tam Sai Gon (Sai Gon Steamed Broken Rice). If you haven’t had an occasion to visit different regions across the S-shaped strip of land, why not travel through the culinary path? Right in the capital city, there are countless eateries serving regional specialties, whose flavors are fairly close to the originals. Banh cuon Cao Bang Different from other versions of Hanoi’s steamed rice crepes, which are usually eaten with sweet-and-sour sauce,  Banh cuon  Cao Bang is served with broth made of pig’s bones. Photo: Tu Nguyen Regarding the recipe, there is basically no distinction between Cao Bang’s Banh cuon and those from nor...

PM Pham Minh Chinh (centre) chairs the teleconference on IUU fishing prevention and control on December 1. Photo: VGP Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh called for concerted efforts to fight illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing while chairing a teleconference with 28 coastal provinces and cities on December 1, VNA reported Thursday. The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) reported that IUU fishing has been reeled in since the European Commission issued a “yellow card” warning five years ago. However, problems and shortcomings remain, regarding which an EC delegation gave recommendations on during their third inspection recently, MARD noted, adding that the EC also highly valued Vietnam’s strong political resolve, especially the drastic directions delivered by the Government and the PM. At the meeting, ministries, sectors and localities pointed out causes and obstacles, looked into international experience, and proposed solutions to prevent IUU ...

Delegates to the opening ceremony of the workshop in a group photo. The 2022 Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Regional Workshop: Marine Warriors kicks off in the coastal city of Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa Province on December 2. US Ambassador to ASEAN Yohannes Abraham, Standing Vice Chairman of Khanh Hoa People’s Committee Le Huu Hoang joined the opening ceremony to welcome 100 young Southeast Asian leaders from 10 ASEAN member countries and Timor-Leste. This year’s YSEALI Regional Workshop brings together youth from all ASEAN countries and Timor-Leste between the ages of 18 and 25 to Nha Trang from December 1-6. The participants were selected among 1,300 applicants for their dedication to the community, volunteerism, and strong leadership skills. 15 youth from across Vietnam participated in the workshop. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the YSEALI regional workshop, US Ambassador to ASEAN Yohannes Abraham noted: “Looking out at the beautiful waters off ...

Vietnam News Today (Dec. 3) notable headlines Vietnam reports 635 new Covid-19 cases on December 2 NA leader meets Governor of Victoria and Australian Assistant Minister Vietnam, Singapore hold 16th connectivity ministerial meeting Meteor shower to light up Vietnamese skies on December 13 Newly-established, re-operating enterprises up over 33% in 11 months CPTPP still holds untapped potential for Vietnamese businesses Vietnam faces challenges of aging society Workshop spotlights Vietnam-Canada investment opportunities Vietnam sends condolences over passing of former Chinese leader Jiang Zemin Illustrative image. Photo: VNA Vietnam reports 635 new Covid-19 cases on December 2 The national Covid-19 caseload rose to 11,517,124 with 635 new cases recorded on December 2, according to the Ministry of Health. With 145 patients given the all-clear during the day, the number of recoveries rose to 10,608,722. Meanwhile, there are 80 patients needing breathing su...

Located in Van Mieu Park, Cao Lanh City Book Street attracted crowds of students and parents to visit the new cultural spot and take a look at thousands of books. As this is the first book street in the Mekong Delta region, it is understandable that everyone coming in and out of the province would pay attention to it. After the opening ceremony, local people have the opportunity to read books in the large and comfortable space of Van Mieu Park. Promoting reading culture On the opening day, November 19, many parents and children visited the book street to enjoy the newest entertainment location. The book street covers an area of 10 hectares in Ward 1, Cao Lanh City and is open from 7:00 am to 10:00 pm. This is the first book street in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta region and the fifth in the whole country.  In addition to 19 stores, Cao Lanh City Book Street also offers a variety of opportunities to gain experience on the culture of Dong Thap, enjoy calligraphy, drink lotus tea,...

Trich Sai Ancient Village in Tay Ho District, Hanoi is one of six ancient villages in the ancient Ke Buoi region, bearing precious memories of Thang Long Citadel’s glory days. The village not only stands out for the craftsmanship of Linh cloth – a type of silk favored by kings, but also for numerous relics of historical values. Centuries-old village The hundred-year-old Thien Nien Pagoda in Trich Sai Village. Photo: VNA Like many villages in the Ke Buoi region, Trich Sai lies on the alluvial plain along Thien Phu and To Lich rivers. Thanks to fertile deposits, the village’s history and culture have been built up over centuries and incredibly enriched. It is not clear when the village of Trich Sai appeared, but many documents show that this place has existed since the Later Le Dynasty (1428-1527). Therefore, it is now nearly 600 hundred years old. Trich Sai Village is located in a privileged location, next to the romantic West Lake. The people of Trich Sai always pro...

Cuc Phuong National Park, the first of its kind in Vietnam, celebrated the 60th anniversary of its establishment today [December 2], one of the most important sites for biodiversity and eco-tourism in the 42% forested Southeast Asian country. Vietnam’s oldest national park with more than 22,000ha has inspired the world with the values of nature, of an intact jungle, and conveyed a message of animal rescue and forest stewardship. Nguyen Minh Chinh (3rd left) , Director of Cuc Phuong National Park, in the release of animals at the park. Photo: Bao Ninh Binh    Nguyen Minh Chinh, Director of Cuc Phuong National Park, said Cuc Phuong had been the prototype of the establishment of 33 other national parks nationwide since its establishment in 1962. He said the success story of preservation in Cuc Phuong is contributed by three main factors, namely the early recognition of the forest’s role by Vietnamese leadership in environmental protection, the international...

For the first time in the Guide’s history, the MICHELIN inspectors will evaluate quality restaurants in Vietnam’s two largest cities. A delicious specialty of Hanoi is the Bun thang (vermicelli noodles with assorted toppings). Photo: Luk Lak Vietnamese Restaurant According to MICHELIN Guide International Director Gwendal Poullennec, the Guide has been looking at Vietnam’s gastronomic scene for quite a long time. He emphasized: “With a fascinating food heritage and history, distinctive and unique flavors, iconic recipes and well-known delicacies, Vietnamese cuisine has carved its way to popularity around the world.”  “Supported by locals where eating out has always been a true way of life, as well as by talented restaurateurs, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City are two gourmet gems that deserve to be fully celebrated. We can’t wait to present our first Vietnamese restaurant selection, which our famously anonymous inspectors have already started to realize in the field,” h...