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…
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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…
*Latest update: October 2026 The weather in Hanoi can be quite gloomy for long stretches of the year, especially when fog combines with pollution. This makes…
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…
The history of beer in Vietnam is closely tied to the French colonizers. The occupiers introduced the beverage to the country at the end of the…
Beer is now an integral part of Vietnamese daily life and deeply rooted in its culture. Retracing its history offers a direct glimpse into Vietnam’s turbulent…
Vietnam ranks as the 7th largest beer market in the world, positioned between nations with centuries-old brewing traditions such as England (8th) and Germany (6th). This…
Many people believe that you cannot associate Vietnamese food with wine. While it’s true that this isn’t a traditional pairing, Vietnamese food has traveled to countries…
Every journey has a beginning, and the most important thing is to take that first step and keep learning—everything else will follow. This is true with…
[Independent Review] *Hanoi Cocktail Bar Concept Upscale Cocktail Bar focused on sustainability Address 55 ngõ Huế, Hai Bà Trưng, Hanoi Between its rooftop bars, five-star hotels,…