A fine city, Hanoi has held the prestige of being the capital of Vietnam for over a thousand years. The second largest city in the country, still retains the splendour of its past while embracing the future. This finely balanced fusion of old meets new is what makes Hanoi a uniquely exciting place to visit.
People here are extremely warm and friendly and will ask strangers especially those who seem like tourists heaps of questions. Though it may initially seem alarming, going with the flow is the best way to deal with it. The locals mean no harm; they are extremely hospitable by nature. So who better to ask about the cuisine of Hanoi than those who live there?
Starting with the signature ‘Pho Ga’ or “Pho Bo’ meaning chicken and beef noodle soup respectively, Hanoi offers a variety of exotic as well as widely known dishes. With over three hundred street food stations in the city it is no surprise that the place has a thriving and very popular street food culture. Eating from these stalls gives you the essence of authentic cuisine for very reasonable prices. However if you are one with a weak stomach or strong qualms about the state of hygiene at these places then you can opt to dine at the more formal restaurants.
Going all guns blazing? Then maybe you’d like a taste of the exotic culinary delicacies too? With an exotic array of cuisine available, you are definitely in for a memorable and interesting experience. Local dishes generally have more slat and fermented sauces when compared to the rest of Vietnam, but this is the distinct style of Hanoi.
Still too adventurous? You can choose an accommodation in Hanoi Vietnam that lets you cook your own meals. A serviced apartment Hanoi provides visitors with such an option. Somerset West Lake Hanoi offers you daily breakfast, an in house café and grocery delivery service if you prefer your own culinary experiments. Located close to West Lake, the apartments are very close to many of the city’s popular landmarks including museums, lakes, historical sites and shopping malls.
Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry. Google+