If you ask a French person (like me!) to select the must-try dish in France, they’ll likely start by saying something like, “It’s impossible to choose—there…
Year: 2025
In 1986, the Vietnamese authorities launched the Đổi Mới reform, a radical restructuring of the economy that gradually allowed private enterprise and property ownership. This transformative…
The weather in Hanoi can be quite gloomy for long stretches of the year, especially when fog combines with pollution. This makes clear-sky days something to…
The expulsion of the French, who introduced beer to Vietnam, and the subsequent victory over the Americans brought profound changes to the country’s economy and the…