Vietnamese food is not necessarily all about the meat. Vegetarians will also find lots of options to savour.
There is a distinctive beauty and culture in every city, country, and region – things that make them stand out from one another. Some places naturally receive more recognition than others, despite scattered diversity and richness across the globe. I observed something similar about northern Vietnam — a classic example of an unknown destination – even before I set foot in the country. I embarked on a journey to Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Hoi An and Hue to discover the options available to me as a vegetarian. More than I expected, this destination threw many surprises at me.
FIRST STOP: HANOI
I initially stayed at the old quarter of Hanoi, which was a sight to savour. It is as cramped as Trafalgar Square on New Year’s Eve; with what looks like the highest density of bikes in the world. However, a sense of blissful chaos is in the air because, though the deafening honking, an aura of calm complements the old quarter; tourists are perched along the sidewalks on flimsy plastic stools relishing local beer and food. Shops on all sides continue to do brisk business selling ‘Under Armour’ tees and ‘North-Face’ jackets that would undeniably scandalise the custodians of both brands.
Meanwhile, sumptuous bowls of Bun Cha, a grilled-pork and noodle dish; and Xoi, a sticky rice preparation with grilled meat is served on the street. The hustle and bustle further comprises fruit vendors sprinkling sugar, salt, and spice mix on assortments of freshly cut raw mangoes, strawberries, and pineapples to tourists; while toddlers play Jianzi, a shuttlecock- kicking game.
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