Bún thang is one of Hanoi’s most refined dishes — a quiet harmony of shredded egg, chicken, pork sausage, and herbs arranged with meticulous care. Born from humble Tết leftovers, it reflects the elegance of a culture that values subtlety and balance. Light yet deeply layered, each bowl is not just a meal, but a meditation on memory, restraint, and the beauty of detail.

3. Serve Serve the salad with fig leaves, Vietnamese herbs (like đinh lăng), or lettuce for wrapping. The final dish offers a perfect balance: crunchy pig ear, tender pork cheek, and nutty, fragrant roasted rice. It’s a perfect appetizer or drinking snack, often enjoyed with cold beer or rice wine.

Salted Egg Tofu Bites combine soft silken tofu with a crispy coating and a luscious salted egg sauce. Topped with pork floss and scallion oil, it’s a perfect fusion of textures and flavors—creamy, crispy, savory, and slightly sweet. A fun, comforting dish that’s ideal for both everyday meals and party treats.

Salted Fried Dried Squid is a classic Vietnamese snack, often served with chili sauce. Easy to make and incredibly addictive, it's perfect for gatherings, cold drinks, or late-night cravings.

oil-Grilled Scad is a beloved coastal dish in Vietnam, featuring tender fish wrapped in foil with lemongrass and spices. It's fragrant, flavorful, and easy to prepare—perfect for both family dinners and beer-friendly gatherings. Simple yet satisfying, this is comfort food from the sea.

Crunchy, savory, and incredibly moreish — Salted Chicken Cartilage is the kind of snack that turns a casual drink into a full-blown feast. Fried to golden perfection, tossed in fragrant salt seasoning, and topped with crispy lemongrass, it’s a beloved nhậu dish that hits the sweet spot between texture and bold flavor. Best enjoyed hot, cold beer in hand, and good company all around.

A beloved Vietnamese stir-fry, Thịt bò xào lá lốt brings together juicy beef and the uniquely peppery scent of lá lốt leaves. Often found in home kitchens and local beer spots alike, this dish is a true crowd-pleaser – comforting, fragrant, and perfect with a cold drink.

A beloved drinking dish in Vietnam, Grilled Pork Intestines with Honey strikes the perfect balance between smoky, sweet, and savory. With a chewy texture, rich marinade, and bold dipping sauces, it’s the kind of food that brings friends closer over cold beers and warm stories.

Spicy, smoky, and irresistibly bold — Grilled Shrimp with Salt and Chili is a Vietnamese favorite that brings the heat to any meal. Perfect as a beer snack, this fiery dish combines fresh shrimp with garlic, chili, and coarse salt, grilled to perfection and served with a zesty dipping sauce. It’s not just food; it’s a celebration of flavor and togetherness.

Steamed chicken with scallions is a warm and comforting dish that showcases the natural sweetness of chicken infused with lemongrass, ginger, and scallion aroma. Popular in Southern Vietnam, this dish is not only a family favorite but also a beloved nhậu (drinking food), often shared with friends over casual beer gatherings. Its light yet flavorful taste makes it the perfect balance to pair with bold sips and cheerful stories.