Meet with a foodie blogger expert for a mouth-watering food tour of Ho Chi Minh City and live up all five senses through fascinating markets. Start with a trip to Ben Thanh market, a busy, eclectic market alive with the sounds and smells of Ho Chi Minh City. Capture the essence of Vietnamese culture while browsing the food stalls, hearing about local culinary culture and sampling unusual Saigon delicacies.
Carry on to District 1 where, amid the stalls selling handbags, clothes and other goods, are popular noodle shops. Sample treats such as noodle soup with pork and herbs, and Bun Dau, Tofu served in soup with rice noodles and fermented shrimp paste and Banh Xeo. The guide will share the secrets of these dishes and explain about Vietnamese meal times. Meander onwards to District 5 and explore the maze slantways of this historic neighborhood. See ceremonial cake stalls and stop to taste a special French influenced dessert. An explanation of traditions and food gifts for celebrations will be given.
The tour wraps up at a busy, but small, coffee shop. Sit down and enjoy a sweet iced coffee or a slow-dripped hot brew while watching the passing scenes of local life. This is the perfect way to end a wonderful culinary and culture Ho Chi Minh Tour.
English-speaking food blogger
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