What to eat when traveling across the country during Tet?

Nha Trang grilled spring rolls

According to the 2024 Travel Trends Study published by Booking in early January, 73% of Vietnamese travelers want to travel to explore the cuisine , try new dishes, and enjoy local specialties at their destination.

Based on food and destination searches, on January 25th, this app released a list of the top 5 spring travel destinations along with the most popular dishes among tourists, as a suggestion for travelers from all three regions of Vietnam during the Lunar New Year.

Da Lat

Located on the Lam Vien plateau in Lam Dong province, Da Lat enjoys a pleasant, cool climate year-round. The city is also a popular choice for tourists during the Lunar New Year. People flock there to admire the cherry blossoms in full bloom from January to February.

Sipping Vietnamese filter coffee in a small cafe, trying sticky rice cooked in bamboo tubes, grilled rice paper, or artichoke soup are some suggestions.

Nha Trang

Nha Trang is one of the top 10 most searched-for destinations in Vietnam for this Tet holiday. Famous for its beautiful beaches, fascinating cultural sites, and vibrant nightlife, Nha Trang is an ideal choice for water sports enthusiasts or those looking to escape the cold weather of the North.

Jellyfish noodle soup, fish cakes, banh can (rice flour pancakes), and banh uot (steamed rice rolls) from Dien Khanh are dishes that tourists should try during their trip to this coastal city.

Nha Trang fish noodle soup

Da Nang

Located in central Vietnam, Da Nang boasts traditional local cuisine that also reflects the culinary traditions of both the North and South. With beautiful beaches along the central coast, seafood plays a central role in the city's cuisine. Spices commonly used in central Vietnam, such as lemongrass, chili, turmeric, and garlic, contribute to the rich and sophisticated flavors of each dish. Some must-try dishes when visiting Da Nang include banh xeo (Vietnamese savory pancake) and nem lui (grilled minced pork skewers).

Vung Tau

As one of the easily accessible coastal cities from Ho Chi Minh City, Vung Tau is an ideal weekend getaway for those who have spent time exploring Saigon.

Besides its famous beaches, Vung Tau offers many other interesting things for tourists to discover, such as trails suitable for trekking and hiking, and fascinating historical sites.

Some famous local dishes include squid noodle soup, banh khot (miniature savory pancakes), and stingray hot pot with fresh stingray meat marinated in rich, flavorful spices and served in a sour and spicy broth.

Phu Quoc

Phu Quoc is an ideal destination for tourists who love water activities. With its rich marine ecosystem, Phu Quoc offers diving enthusiasts the opportunity to enjoy the beauty of everything from vibrant coral reefs to diverse marine life.

Besides being known for its beautiful beaches, Phu Quoc is also considered the "fish sauce capital" of Vietnam, contributing significantly to the distinctive flavor of local dishes. Some must-try dishes when visiting Phu Quoc include bun ken (a type of noodle soup). Herring salad, stir-fried noodles.

Phu Quoc Stir-fried Noodles

Ho Chi Minh City

Another culinary hub of the country is Ho Chi Minh City. Spicy, sweet, and salty – the city's specialties benefit from the tropical climate with fresh ingredients, combined with natural sweetness.

Similar to Vietnamese cuisine in general, dishes from Ho Chi Minh City use a lot of fresh vegetables and spices to balance the flavors of each dish. Must-try dishes include broken rice with grilled pork , braised fish in clay pot, and banh mi with various fillings and sauces.

HA (according to VnE)

Source: https://baohaiduong.vn/an-gi-khi-du-xuan-doc-dat-nuoc-dip-tet-nguyen-dan-371822.html