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A Culinary Adventure Through Hanoi’s Old Quar

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Michaela (@uncoveringcities)China

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A Culinary Adventure Through Hanoi’s Old Quar

Balancing a combination of fragrance, taste and colour, food in Vietnam is an integral part of life that often takes centre-stage. I sampled some delicious Vietnamese cuisine just like the locals do, by strolling through the hidden alleyways and bustling markets of Hanoi's Old Quarter. What I ate: Bun Cha Ta - Rice Noodle and Grilled Pork Nom Bo Kho - Dried Beef Salad Banh Cuon Nong - Hot Steamed Pancake Kim Xoi - Sticky Rice Ice Cream Ca Phe Trung - Egg Coffee I was absolutely stuffed after sampling all of these amazing dishes, and definitely recommend you try them - especially the egg coffee! #createwithtrip

Posted: Jun 29, 2022

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