Vietnamese cuisine, likes its people, is pure, direct and honest. Celebrated around the world for its subtle, simple flavours and emphasis on freshness, Vietnamese cuisine is delicate and healthy and one of the most highlight experiences for any trip to Viet Nam.
The food of Viet Nam reflects history, climate and geography of the country as well as the spirit of its people. Cuisine in the North Viet Nam is noted for its simple but sophisticated use of seasonings. In the Central of Viet Nam, the influence of the ancient royal capital is pronounced, with smaller delicate portions served at meal time with a larger array of dishes which are more chili-spicy than in the North. Whilst, the warm tropical climate of the South, abandunt fruit, vegetables and seafood, rice from the fertile Mekong River Delta are strongly factors that making the special characteristics of cuisine in the South. Vietnamese cooking is steaming, stewing grilling and frying. Carefully considered, Vietnamese dishes are composed and combined according to a set of principals that dictate aspects of flavour, aroma, texture, colour, contrast, balance and even the sound a food makes when eaten. For visitors, Vietnamese cuisine is a highlight and unforgettable memory of an entire journey.