Returning after 8 years It wasn’t my first time in Nha Trang, but my last visit with my husband was …
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Hello Mũi Né
Mui Ne Fishing Village photo credit: thesaigontimes.vn From Saigon’s buzz to the sea breeze of Mui Ne After saying goodbye …
A Taste of Ho Chi Minh City
Nguyen Hue Walking Street photo credit: Visithcm.vn First impressions of our Southern Vietnam adventure This trip to Vietnam felt a …
My Hometown Hanoi – Culture, Food and Charm
Hanoi has always been our first stop whenever we return to Vietnam and for me, it’s so much more than …
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Quick Meals
Simple Strawberry Lemonade Drink Recipe
A refreshing, fruity drink for hot summer days Today I’m sharing one of our absolute favourite summer drinks at home …
Kids
Pork
Vietnamese Crispy Pillow-Shaped Pasty (Bánh Gối)
A beloved Vietnamese street food with a golden crispy shell The Vietnamese Crispy Pillow-shaped Pasty (Bánh Gối) is a favourite …
Noodles
Pork
Quick Meals
Vietnamese Grilled Pork in Betel Leaves
Vietnamese grilled pork in betel leaves is a delicious, fragrant dish that pairs perfectly with rice noodles and fresh salad vegetables. With just a few aromatic ingredients and betel leaves, you can recreate this restaurant favourite at home.
Fish and Prawns
Quick Meals
Rice
Teriyaki Salmon and Prawns
This Salmon and Prawn Teriyaki is a comforting, saucy fish dish made with tender salmon, juicy king prawns and a glossy homemade teriyaki glaze. It’s perfect served over steamed rice for a quick yet satisfying family meal. No bottled sauce here, just fresh, bold flavours cooked from scratch.
Fish and Prawns
Rice
Bánh Bèo Tôm Chấy (Vietnamese Mini Steamed Rice Cakes)
Bánh Bèo Tôm Chấy is a beloved Vietnamese dish featuring soft, steamed rice flour cakes topped with dried prawn floss, crispy croutons, and aromatic spring onion oil. Traditionally served with a sweet, tangy nước chấm dipping sauce, these mini steamed rice cakes are light, flavourful, and perfect as a starter or a make-ahead dish for gatherings.
Easy Vietnamese Summer Roll Recipes for Light and Healthy Meals
Fresh, vibrant, and full of crunch – Vietnamese summer rolls are the perfect light bite for warmer days. In this post, I’m sharing four of my favourite summer roll recipes, plus a quick note on how they differ from spring rolls (yes, there is a difference!). Whether you’re new to rolling or just need some new ideas, these recipes are a great place to start.