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Bánh bột lọc is a popular dish in Việt Nam’s north and central regions. These clear dumplings cooked in banana leaves are said to have originated in the former imperial capital city of Huế.
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Cheaper cuts of meat may be big on flavour but can sometimes be too tough to handle.
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The scientific secrets behind the perfect meringue, from the correct amount of sugar and egg whites, to ideal oven temperature.
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In Vietnamese cuisine, nem rán (fried spring rolls) and nem cuốn tôm thịt (fresh shrimp and pork rolls) are among the most popular and tasty of the hundreds of local dishes that residents and foreigners alike enjoy.
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What is Coconut Milk? 26 interesting facts and figures about the liquid that comes from mature coconuts, used to cook savoury and sweet dishes.
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In Vietnamese cuisine, there are many creative ways of preserving food, including fermenting, using salt and smoking.
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Con River running along An Thai Village has a big yellow sand bar that clears the water well enough to use it to make vermicelli.
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Famous specialities of Hà Nội will be featured during the Hà Nội Cuisine Culture Festival from October 5-7.
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Everything you need to know about the popular and widely consumed saltwater fish: find out some numbers to discover some curiosities about tuna.
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Prized for its aroma, cardamom is one of the most expensive spices in the world (third after saffron and vanilla). Its scent is a cross between mint and eucalyptus, a quality that distinguishes cardamom among the rest.