{"id":17789,"date":"2025-10-17T03:24:09","date_gmt":"2025-10-17T03:24:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/senteursduvietnam.com\/?p=17789"},"modified":"2025-11-14T06:37:07","modified_gmt":"2025-11-14T06:37:07","slug":"top-10-of-the-best-dishes-in-vietnam-an-unforgettable-culinary-journey","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/senteursduvietnam.com\/en\/top-10-of-the-best-dishes-in-vietnam-an-unforgettable-culinary-journey\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 of the best dishes in Vietnam: an unforgettable culinary journey"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1><strong>Top 10 of the best dishes in Vietnam:<\/strong><\/h1>\n<h2><strong>Introduction: a culinary journey to the heart of Vietnam<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-11092 size-medium\" src=\"http:\/\/senteursduvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/328892059_579372960914774_687983653342041140_n-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"Bun Bo in Hue - one of the 10 best dishes in Vietnam\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/senteursduvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/328892059_579372960914774_687983653342041140_n-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/senteursduvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/328892059_579372960914774_687983653342041140_n-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/senteursduvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/328892059_579372960914774_687983653342041140_n-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/senteursduvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/328892059_579372960914774_687983653342041140_n-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/senteursduvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/328892059_579372960914774_687983653342041140_n-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/senteursduvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/328892059_579372960914774_687983653342041140_n.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>If there is a country where cuisine tells the story of a people, it\u2019s indeed <strong>Vietnam<\/strong>. On every street corner, in every bustling market, a <strong>fabulous taste experience <\/strong>is revealed, imprinted with <strong>millenary traditions <\/strong>and <strong>authentic passion.<\/strong><br \/>\nAt<em> Senteurs du Vietnam, <\/em>we believe that a <strong>successful trip<\/strong> is not only about landscapes or temples: it also goes through the <strong>vibrant flavors<\/strong> of <strong>Vietnamese gastronomy<\/strong>, as rich as diverse.<\/p>\n<p>From North to South, each region offers a range of unique dishes, reflecting the contrasts of the country: t<strong>he freshness of aromatic herbs<\/strong>, the d<strong>elicacy of fragrant rice<\/strong>, the <strong>power of nuoc mam<\/strong> and the <strong>sweetness of coconut milk.<\/strong><br \/>\nPrepare your taste buds: here is ou<strong>r top 10 of the best dishes in Vietnam<\/strong> to taste absolutely, a real sensory and cultural immersion whether during a<a href=\"https:\/\/senteursduvietnam.com\/en\/voyage\/discovery-workshops-in-hanoi\/\"> cooking class<\/a> or during a <a href=\"https:\/\/senteursduvietnam.com\/voyage\/food-tour-a-hue\/\">tour for a culinary discovery<\/a> of street food.<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Vietnamese gastronomy: between balance and emotion<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Harmonious and contrasted flavors<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Traditional Vietnamese cuisine<\/strong> is based on a fundamental principle: balance. Inspired by yin and yang, it elegantly marries<strong> hot and cold, <\/strong><strong>crunchy and melting<\/strong>, <strong>sweet and salty.<\/strong><br \/>\nEach dish is designed to awaken the senses while preserving the harmony of body and mind.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Rice <\/strong>holds a central place, accompanied by<strong> fresh herbs<\/strong> &#8211; mint, coriander, basil &#8211; and balanced sauces based on <strong>nuoc mam<\/strong>, this liquid gold with a subtle taste.<br \/>\nIt is this search for <strong>harmony and freshness <\/strong>that makes <strong>Vietnamese gastronomy<\/strong> so<strong> unique and vibrant.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><strong>A fascinating regional diversity<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>North<\/strong>: sober and delicate cuisine, where the famous <strong>ph\u1edf <\/strong>is born.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Centre:<\/strong> imperial heritage, refined and spicy flavors with the<strong> b\u00fan b\u00f2 Hu\u00e9.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>The South<\/strong>: sweet, generous cuisine, influenced by the Mekong delta.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Top 10 of the best Vietnamese dishes to taste absolutely<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong> Ph\u1edf: the national soup par excellence<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>A true symbol of Vietnam, the <strong>ph\u1edf <\/strong>is a <strong>culinary institution. <\/strong>This clear broth, simmered with care, goes well with <strong>rice noodles<\/strong> and <strong>thin slices of beef or chicken.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li><strong> B\u00e1nh m\u00ec: the Franco-Vietnamese heritage<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Born from the meeting between the French baguette and Vietnamese creativity, <strong>b\u00e1nh m\u00ec<\/strong> is the star of <strong>street food in Vietnam.<\/strong><br \/>\nCrispy, garnished with meat, raw vegetables and chili sauce &#8211; a delight to be enjoyed in<em> Hoi An.<\/em><\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li><strong> Goi cuon: the fresh and light spring rolls<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>These <strong>Vietnamese spring rolls <\/strong>offer an explosion of <strong>freshness and well-being.<\/strong><br \/>\nComposed of shrimp, vermicelli, herbs and <strong>nuoc cham<\/strong> sauce, they are as beautiful as delicious.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li><strong> C\u01a1m tam: the broken rice of the South<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Emblematic dish of <strong>Ho Chi Minh City,<\/strong> the<strong> c\u01a1m tam<\/strong> combines broken rice, grilled pork, egg and sweet-savory sauce.<br \/>\nSimple, popular, and deeply <strong>authentic<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li><strong> B\u00fan ch\u1ea3: the specialty of Hanoi<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>B\u00fan ch\u1ea3 <\/strong>brings together vermicelli, grilled pork balls and fresh herbs.<br \/>\nFavorite dish of the Hano\u00efens, famous since the meal shared by Obama and Bourdain.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"6\">\n<li><strong> B\u00fan b\u00f2 Hu\u00e9: the royal dish of the Centre<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Originating from Hue,<\/strong> ancient imperial city, the <strong>b\u00fan b\u00f2 Hu\u00e9 <\/strong>offers a spicy and lemony broth, full of character.<br \/>\nA noble dish, symbol of Vietnamese culinary refinement.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"7\">\n<li><strong> Cao lau: the pearl of Hoi An<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Hoi An<\/strong>\u2019s unique specialty, <strong>cao l\u1ea7u <\/strong>combines thick noodles, marinated pork and aromatic herbs.<br \/>\nIts traditional preparation makes it an exclusivity of this mythical city.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"8\">\n<li><strong> B\u00e1nh x\u00e8o: the crispy Vietnamese pancake<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Golden and light, the <strong>b\u00e1nh x\u00e8o <\/strong>crepe is garnished with pork, shrimp, and soy.<br \/>\nWe roll her in a salad leaf with herbs and a touch of<strong> nuoc cham.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol start=\"9\">\n<li><strong> Th\u1ecbt kho t\u00e0u: the southern caramel pork<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>A family-friendly dish,<strong> th\u1ecbt kho t\u00e0u <\/strong>consists of pork simmered in <strong>caramel and coconut milk.<\/strong><br \/>\nAn iconic dish of the South, often served during the Vietnamese New Year.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"10\">\n<li><strong> Ch\u00e8: the dessert with a thousand faces<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Ch\u00e8 <\/strong>is a sweet dessert with multiple forms: beans, fruits, jellies, coconut milk.<br \/>\nThe famous <em>ch\u00e8 ba m\u00e0u <\/em>(&#8220;with three colors&#8221;) seduces with its taste and visual contrasts.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Where to taste these Vietnamese dishes?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>In the markets and street food stalls<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-12991 alignright lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/senteursduvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Copie-de-DSCF5566-300x170.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"170\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/senteursduvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Copie-de-DSCF5566-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/senteursduvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Copie-de-DSCF5566-1024x580.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/senteursduvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Copie-de-DSCF5566-768x435.jpg 768w, https:\/\/senteursduvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Copie-de-DSCF5566-1536x870.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/senteursduvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Copie-de-DSCF5566-2048x1160.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/senteursduvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Copie-de-DSCF5566-350x200.jpg 350w, https:\/\/senteursduvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Copie-de-DSCF5566-1000x565.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/senteursduvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Copie-de-DSCF5566-794x450.jpg 794w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/170;\" \/><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The markets are the beating heart of<strong> Vietnamese gastronomy at any time of the day.<\/strong><br \/>\nIn Hanoi, the \u0110ong Xu\u00e2n market; in <strong>Hu\u00e9<\/strong>, <em>\u0110\u00f4ng Ba;<\/em> in Saigon, <em>Ben Th\u00e0nh<\/em>: each place is full of culinary discoveries.<br \/>\nTip: follow the queues of the premises &#8211; sign of guaranteed quality!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>In family restaurants and local shops<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>For a more intimate experience, choose <strong>family restaurants.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Tips for a successful culinary trip to Vietnam<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Dare to taste everything:<\/strong> curiosity is the key to a successful culinary journey.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Discover regional diversity:<\/strong> each region reveals its own nuances of flavors.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Take part in a cooking workshop:<\/strong> learn how to cook a <strong>ph\u1edf <\/strong>or <strong>goi cuon <\/strong>with a local chef.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Respect local customs: <\/strong>share the dishes, toast with a &#8220;M\u1ed9t, hai, ba, d\u00f4!&#8221;.<\/li>\n<li>Trust<strong> local experts:<\/strong> our guides accompany you on <strong>authentic and tailor-made culinary journeys.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><strong>Conclusion: a journey of flavors and encounters<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Exploring <strong>Vietnamese gastronomy <\/strong>is diving into a <strong>living and generous culture.<\/strong><br \/>\nFrom northern soups to southern tropical desserts, each dish tells a<strong> story of passion and sharing.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>At <em>Senteurs du Vietnam,<\/em> we invite you to discover these wonders through our <strong>exclusive culinary journeys:<\/strong><br \/>\nmeetings with chefs, tastings at the markets and meals at home<\/p>\n<p><strong>Want to taste the authenticity?<\/strong><br \/>\nDiscover our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/senteursduvietnam.com\/en\/voyage\/cooking-class-in-hoi-an\/\">tours <\/a>and culinary circuits in Vietnam <\/strong>and let yourself be carried away by an unforgettable<strong> journey of flavors.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Top 10 of the best dishes in Vietnam: Introduction: a culinary journey to the heart of Vietnam If there is a country where cuisine tells the story of a people, it\u2019s indeed Vietnam. 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