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Delicious, traditional Vietnamese pho soup with fresh herbs and toppings in a white bowl.
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Tay and Nung Cuisine: The Northeast Highlands Food You Haven't Tried Yet

The Tay and Nung communities of Vietnam's northeast highlands have a cooking tradition that's quietly distinct — fermented, smoky, and rooted in the forest and paddy field.

May 26, 20265 min readnorth
Aerial view of traditional fermentation pots with workers in Asian market setting.
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Food & Drink

Tom Chua Hue: The Fermented Sour Shrimp That Outlasted an Empire

Hue's fermented sour shrimp is one of central Vietnam's most particular condiments — pungent, complex, and still eaten the way royal households ate it centuries ago.

May 26, 20265 min readcentral
Nem chua
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Food & Drink

Nem Chua Guide: Vietnam's Fermented Pork, Ranked by Region

Fermented 3-5 days in banana leaves, nem chua is tangy, garlicky, and eaten raw or grilled. Thanh Hoa vs. Ninh Binh vs. Hue — the regional differences most

Mar 23, 20264 min readall
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