If you’ve ever worried that being vegetarian or vegan in Vietnam might mean living off plain rice and papaya salad, you can relax. Vietnam might just be Asia’s most underrated vegetarian paradise; it’s not just possible to eat plant-based here, it’s joyously easy. Between Buddhist traditions, vibrant local markets, and an ever-growing community of creative…
Author Archives: Emer Handly
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Oct
Oct
Imagine you’re sitting at a street-food cart in Hanoi, the air thick with the scent of lemongrass and sizzling pork skewers, and you hear someone shout, “Xin chào, Bạn khỏe không? ” You realise you don’t know what that means, but you would like to. Welcome to learning Vietnamese – a wild, rewarding ride that…
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Oct
Oct
If you’ve ever found yourself clinging to the back of a GrabBike in Hanoi traffic, you know transportation in Vietnam is part chaos, part charm, and 100% unforgettable. Whether you’re weaving through Saigon on a scooter, catching the overnight train to Da Nang, or getting hopelessly lost in a sea of buses in Ha Giang,…
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Sep
Sep
If you’re planning to visit Vietnam, or if you already live here, you’ve probably heard about the typhoons we get. You know, those big, powerful storms that roll in during rainy season and sometimes cause chaos. But how much do you really know about how typhoons in Vietnam can affect your trip, your plans, and…
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Jul
Jul
Discover Chao Ban, a French-Vietnamese bistro in Hanoi’s Tay Ho. Traditional Vietnamese dishes with French flair, fine wine, and cozy chic interiors. Follow for updates!
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Jul
Jul
So… what’s it really like inside Dwight School Hanoi? We didn’t know what to expect when we walked through the gates of Dwight School Hanoi. Maybe another sleek international school with good lighting and glossy brochures? But from the moment we stepped onto campus, we could feel it: something different was happening here. This wasn’t…
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May
May
Explore Vietnam’s iconic coffee scene—from coconut and egg coffee to bold new blends. Discover why Vietnamese coffee is more than just a caffeine fix.
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May
May
Looking for the coolest hidden bars in Hanoi and HCMC? 🍸 Skip the noisy beer streets and discover secret cocktail bars and speakeasies that locals love.
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Apr
Apr
Explore must-try Vietnamese food from North, Central, and South Vietnam, each rich in flavor, history, and local culture. Find the best spots to eat!
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