Uncover Ho Chi Minh ultimate street food delights!

Monday, December 25, 2023

Since December 2023, Ho Chi Minh City’s “A Culinary Odyssey Without Limits.” has captivated the world with culinary and cultural richness.

Ho Chi Minh City, renowned as a culinary paradise with its bustling street food scene, has initiated a global media campaign to showcase its exceptional and transformative cuisine. Guided by the Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Authority since December 2023, this initiative has effectively seized the interest of a global audience with its captivating video titled “A Culinary Odyssey Without Limits.” This enthralling video has secured prominent airtime both during peak hours and throughout the day on prestigious television networks such as CNN Asia, Discovery, and the Asian Cuisine Network (ACN). Harnessing the influential reach of digital platforms and social media, the campaign ensures that tantalizing glimpses into Ho Chi Minh City’s culinary landscape reach a global audience.

Additionally, in November and December, the Heritage Guide spotlighting the culinary delights of Ho Chi Minh City is widely distributed on all international and domestic flights operated by Vietnam Airlines.

As the city fervently promotes its unique gastronomy, a handy guide is offered to navigate the famous food streets and markets. Let us uncover the hidden treasures nestled within these culinary havens, where dedicated street vendors passionately craft delectable dishes.

Located in District 1, the bustling Ben Thanh Market is renowned for its vibrant ambiance and diverse culinary offerings. Here, visitors can indulge in regional delicacies such as banh beo (water fern cake) and banh nam (flat steamed rice dumplings). Gate 7 of Ben Thanh Market is particularly famous for its array of stalls offering delightful sweet desserts.

In District 1, Tan Dinh Market stands as a culinary gem with a history spanning over 90 years. Its food court comes alive in the evening, offering a variety of dishes ranging from broken rice and porridge to noodles and refreshing beverages.

Cho Lon, spanning District 5 and District 6, showcases the distinctive culinary traditions of Ho Chi Minh City’s Chinese community. Binh Tay Market, Soai Kinh Lam, and Dai Quang Minh Market are culinary landmarks where one can relish roast duck, dumplings, chicken pot, and kung fu noodles.

In District 10, Ho Thi Ky Food Street is a vibrant destination adorned with numerous food and drink stalls. Here, you can sample the spicy snail noodle soup (hu tieu oc) or savor the snail curry (pha lau oc) with its flavorful broth perfect for dipping bread.

Moreover, do not miss the opportunity to embark on an authentic street food adventure at Turtle Lake in District 3, where rice paper, spring rolls, and cakes tantalize the taste buds. Nguyen Thuong Hien Street in District 3 offers a plethora of mixed rice paper delights, including the golden beef sauce and fermented pork skin. In Phan Xich Long Street, Phu Nhuan District, you can indulge in a diverse array of cuisines, representing various regions of Vietnam, as well as notable Korean and Japanese restaurants.

These culinary destinations within Ho Chi Minh City offer a captivating food culture. From bustling markets to lively streets, each location presents a unique fusion of flavors and culinary traditions.

« Back to Page