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According to the British magazine Time Out, Vietnamese cuisine consistently delivers delicious flavors, subtly combining sweet, spicy, aromatic, and rich elements. This is a special highlight of the culinary scene in Ho Chi Minh City, where tourists and locals alike can enjoy some of the most distinctive and appealing dishes.
Beyond popular street food like banh mi, com tam (broken rice), and chao long (pork offal porridge), the city also boasts restaurants honored with Bib Gourmand and Michelin awards. These culinary establishments are renowned for their creative reinterpretations of classic dishes in unique and diverse ways, offering visitors a truly exceptional dining experience. This further highlights the diversity and richness of Ho Chi Minh City's culinary culture, attracting food lovers and those seeking unique dining experiences.
Saigon-style broken rice has become one of the best dishes in the world.
In a previous survey by Time Out magazine, pho was mentioned most frequently in Ho Chi Minh City. In the South, pho is often served with basil, cilantro, chili sauce, and hoisin sauce, creating a distinctive and rich flavor. Tourists can easily find this dish in every corner of the city, from famous pho restaurants to small street vendors, making it convenient for them to explore and enjoy the traditional flavors of Vietnamese cuisine.
Pho Nam also has its own unique characteristics that attract diners when they taste it.
This confirms the appeal of Vietnamese cuisine in general and Ho Chi Minh City cuisine in particular, with its diversity, richness, and unique flavors. Ho Chi Minh City cuisine is a harmonious blend of different culinary cultures, creating dishes that are both familiar and novel, captivating tourists from both within and outside the country.
With this title, Ho Chi Minh City promises to attract even more international tourists to explore and enjoy its unique cuisine. This is a great opportunity to promote Vietnamese culture and tourism to the world.
Time Out's list of the 20 cities with the best food in the world includes famous cities such as Naples (Italy), Johannesburg (South Africa), Lima (Peru), Beijing (China), Bangkok (Thailand), Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), Mumbai (India), Dubai (United Arab Emirates), Portland (USA)...
