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Top view of a Vietnamese hot pot featuring assorted meats with fresh vegetables, perfect for a communal meal.
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Food & Drink

The Condiment Shelf: Soy Sauce, Fish Sauce, and the Bottles That Run a Vietnamese Kitchen

Maggi is everywhere, but it's not the whole story. A look at the soy sauces, dipping blends, and fermented oddities that actually define Vietnamese cooking.

May 26, 20265 min readall
A vibrant chili fish sauce dish served in a decorative ceramic bowl, perfect for adding flavor to meals.
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Food & Drink

Vietnam's Chili Pastes and Dipping Sauces: When to Use What

From funky fermented shrimp paste to sweet-spicy chili oil, Vietnam's condiment shelf is more nuanced than it looks. Here's how to read the table and use each sauce right.

May 26, 20265 min readall
A vibrant assortment of Asian cuisine, showcasing soups, noodles, and spring rolls, garnished with fresh herbs.
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Food & Drink

Nuoc Mam by Region: How Vietnam's Fish Sauce Differs from Phu Quoc to Cat Hai

Vietnam's fish sauce is not one thing. From the rich amber of Phu Quoc to the sharp brine of Cat Hai, each region ferments its own distinct version — and the differences matter.

May 26, 20265 min readall
People relaxing on sandy beach with umbrellas and deckchairs washed by turquoise seawater and surrounded by tough grassy hills
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Food & Drink

Nuoc Mam Phu Quoc: When to Buy It, Taste It, and Actually Use It

Phu Quoc's fish sauce has a protected geographical designation and a 12-month barrel aging process. Here's when and where to encounter it properly.

May 26, 20264 min readsouth
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