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Serene landscape in Ninh Bình, Vietnam featuring grazing buffalo in lush rice fields.
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Food & Drink

Mi Quang vs Banh Canh: A Noodle Showdown

Deciding between the turmeric-stained noodles of the central coast and the thick, gelatinous soups of the south. Here is how to choose your next bowl.

Jun 23, 20263 min readall
Serene landscape in Ninh Bình, Vietnam featuring grazing buffalo in lush rice fields.
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Food & Drink

Mi Quang vs Banh Canh: A Guide to Vietnam's Thick Noodle Soups

Choosing between these two iconic noodle dishes can be tricky. Here is how to decide which bowl to order first when you are hungry in Vietnam.

Jun 23, 20264 min readall
A child building sandcastles on Ke Ga Cape beach with a lighthouse in the background, Phan Thiết, Vietnam.
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Destinations

Mui Dien Cape: Vietnam's Easternmost Mainland Point and the Lighthouse That Catches the First Light

Mui Dien in Phu Yen province is the easternmost point of mainland Vietnam — a working lighthouse, a short coastal trail, and a sunrise that hits here before anywhere else in the country.

Jun 23, 20265 min readcentral
Colorful floating market in Vietnam featuring women on boats selling flowers and goods.
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Destinations

Nga Nam Floating Market: The Five-Rivers Trading Rendezvous Most Visitors Skip

Nga Nam in Soc Trang province is a working floating market at the junction of five canals — quieter than Cai Rang, and far more likely to sell you breakfast than a souvenir.

Jun 23, 20264 min readsouth
Mango cakes on a street market stall in Vietnam. Highlighting local cuisine and urban culture.
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Food & Drink

Hu Tieu vs Banh Canh: A Guide for the First-Time Eater

Confused by the noodle bowls in Saigon? Here is how to distinguish between the chewy tapioca of banh canh and the versatile, pork-heavy broth of hu tieu.

Jun 21, 20263 min readsouth
Motorcyclists navigate a vibrant street in Ho Chi Minh City, showcasing urban life and culture.
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Food & Drink

Hu Tieu vs Banh Canh: A Guide for the Hungry Traveler

Confused by the noodle bowls on every street corner? Here is how to distinguish between the southern staple hu tieu and the hearty, thick-cut banh canh.

Jun 21, 20263 min readsouth
A vibrant bowl of Vietnamese pho garnished with herbs and crispy toppings.
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Food & Drink

Cao Lau vs Banh Canh: A Noodle Showdown

Deciding between the chewy, heritage-rich cao lau of Hoi An and the diverse, comforting banh canh found nationwide. Here is how to choose your first bowl.

Jun 16, 20264 min readcentral
Serene landscape in Ninh Bình, Vietnam featuring grazing buffalo in lush rice fields.
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Food & Drink

Cao Lau vs Banh Canh: A Noodle Showdown

Two of Vietnam's most distinct noodle dishes often get confused by visitors. Here is how to tell them apart and which one you should hunt down first.

Jun 16, 20264 min readall
Delicious Vietnamese rice cake wrapped in leaves, paired with a savory dipping sauce.
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Food & Drink

Beyond the Tourist Trail: Vung Tau's Best Banh Canh

Forget the crowded waterfront spots. Here is where the locals actually go for a bowl of thick, chewy banh canh in Vung Tau.

Jun 14, 20264 min readsouth
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