The "Saigon Ùm" food group has reached 200,000 members.

“Saigon Ùm” (Saigon Um) started not long ago. Initially, Dam Ha Phu, the founder of the group and the “Saigon Ùm” website, only received a few likes after he diligently wrote the first statuses and posted the first photos about food. Gradually, the “ummers” (the affectionate term for the group members) grew, and sharing became more lively. “Saigon Ùm” shares addresses of delicious eateries and introduces the culinary and cultural aspects of the city. From Saigon-style banh mi to sticky rice at Ba Chieu market, braised offal, and street-side broken rice…

"Saigon Ùm" has attracted a large number of members, especially young people, due to its serious and constructive approach to activities. Members agree to operate on what they call the group's rules: No arguing; no unauthorized selling; clear address; honest reviews.

Besides Dam Ha Phu, a familiar writer to many readers who love Saigon with his books: "Saigon's Little Stories," "Saigon, So Many Memories," etc., Admin Bui Vinh The also contributed greatly to the development of "Saigon Um." With many years of experience in marketing for a technology company and being a food enthusiast, Bui Vinh The has developed many programs and ideas for "Saigon Um." Bui Vinh The shared: "Many difficulties arose during the group's management, especially when the number of members increased suddenly, with competing groups and also quite a few rumors, such as the group 'taking money from advertising and spreading false information.' However, the enthusiasm of the 'ummers' has helped the group grow and become more useful."

During the offline event, members of "Saigon Ùm" participated in many enriching activities such as chatting with the Admin Team, singing together, making new friends, playing games with prizes, and of course, enjoying delicious food. Both the members and the Admin Team of "Saigon Ùm" hope that the group and the "Saigon Ùm" website will continue to grow stronger in the future.

The Anh