Taste Vietnam
There’s no better way to connect with Vietnam’s culture than through its food.
With its early morning markets, on-the-go street bites, and sprawling family feasts, Vietnam’s cuisine brings the country’s stories to life. From zingy noodles in the north to southern-style rice plates, every dish is a doorway into regional identity, family heritage and national pride.
Vietnamese food isn’t just something to taste; it’s something to feel and understand. Guided by local experts, you’ll discover the dishes that matter most to each region and why. Expect to challenge your comfort zone, laugh with vendors, slurp alongside locals and fall for flavours you’ll spend years chasing.
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What to expect from Vietnamese cuisine:
- Start your day Hanoi-style with street pho, quay dough sticks and rocket-fuel ca phe (Vietnamese coffee).
- Taste banh mi, banh cuon, and xoi xeo in local markets led by expert foodie guides.
- Hop on a Vespa to explore Ho Chi Minh City’s tastiest street eats and rooftop cocktails.
- Dine on Hoi An classics like cao lau noodles and com ga rice with coriander and lime.
- Enjoy private picnics in rice fields, or sit down to multi-course Imperial feasts in Hue.
- Try fine dining with a twist, from market-to-table to Dining in the Dark experiences.
Hanoi’s street food soul
Join early risers queuing at pho stands, sip green tea with locals, and taste the best banh mi in town. You’ll sample your way through the city’s back alleys and wide boulevards, learning the stories behind each dish. The experience is informal, full of character, and deeply satisfying.
Hoi An flavours
In the riverside town of Hoi An, food is as much about fusion as tradition. Wander the markets with your guide, picking out ingredients for your cookery class, then sit down to a lunch you’ve helped create. Expect lively conversation, local tricks of the trade, and irresistible dishes.
Street eats by Vespa
Explore Ho Chi Minh City after dark on a Vespa-led street food safari. From grilled meats and spicy dipping sauces to sweet treats and cocktails with a view, you’ll taste your way across the city, skipping the tourist spots for insider favourites.
From field to feast
Slow things down with a countryside picnic beside a rice field or a private dinner in a rural family home. In Hue, dive into the city’s Imperial cuisine with a multi-course banquet once reserved for royalty, prepared by chefs who honour age-old techniques.
Flavour with feeling
For something different, try Dining in the Dark – where taste, scent and texture take centre stage. Guided by visually impaired staff, this sensory dining experience challenges your assumptions and deepens your appreciation of Vietnam’s cuisine.
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