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Street Food in Hanoi: Nộm

Nộm in Hanoi (gỏi in Southern Vietnam) is the indigenous salad of Vietnamese cuisine.It is to be distinguished from salad in Western style.

This salad is a mix of fresh vegetables and boiled, lean pork, beef, shrimp or small fry. Other ingredients and condiments include spice, herbs, and peanut. The salad is mixed, soaked in vinegar, sugar, garlic, pepper, and seasoned with salt.

One of the best known is Nộm thịt bò khô (kohlrabi and/or papaya, carrot, coriander, marjoram, basil mint with dried beef). Papaya salad (Nộm đu đủ), schrimp salad (Nộm tôm) and so on... are also popular.

3 Best places in Hanoi to enjoy Nộm:  

1. Mã Mây street

2. Hồng Phúc street

3. Hàng Buồm street

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Hanoi: Cultural space in Hanoi’s Old Quarter pedestrian streets

Pedestrian streets in Hanoi’s Old Quarter have become an interesting destination on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights every week for both the capital’s residents and foreign visitors.

Walking around the ten pedestrian streets, including Hang Ngang, Hang Dao, Hang Duong, Dong Xuan, Hang Buom, Ma May, Dao Duy Tu, Hang Giay, Luong Ngoc Quyen and Ta Hien, visitors will have a chance to experience traditional culture and in particular enjoy the unique cuisine of Hanoian people.

Ta Hien Street attracts a large number of visitors, including foreigners, to enjoy rustic dishes and relax on weekend days. A nightclub on Ta Hien street A performance of ‘Chau Van’ (spiritual singing) at the intersection between Ma May and Luong Ngoc Quyen streets Performances of traditional musical forms including ‘Cheo’ (traditional opera), ‘Tuong’ (classical drama) and folk songs attract both Hanoians and international visitors. Artists perform according to the demand of the audience, with audience members even taking part in the performances. ‘Xam’ singing (ballads sung by wandering blind musicians) and 'Ca tru' (ceremonial singing) performances at Bach Ma temple on Hang Buom Street Visitors are entertained by the cultural performances in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Bach Ma temple is a cultural and historical relic site in the capital. Every Saturday night, Thang Long Ca Tru club gives performances and talks about the traditional art form at Quan De Temple at 28 Hang Buom street. A jazz performance space is also arranged on the pedestrian streets. Visitors capture vibrant performances. Artists are very enthusiastic in serving contemporary art lovers. Pedestrian streets have become an ideal destination for relaxing on the weekend for many visitors, particularly among foreigners. Souvenir shops also attract tourists. On weekend evenings, children have a spacious and safe playground on the pedestrian streets. The night market area along Hang Dao – Hang Ngang – Hang Duong – Dong Xuan is usually crowded with visitors. On the walking streets in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, visitors can shop whilst enjoying music, cuisine and relaxing moments with friends.

 Source:Vietnamnet

Hanoi Flower Market

Hanoi is very beautiful by night. Also, it is very enjoyable if you come to Hanoi flower market, namely Quang Ba, at midnight. Quang Ba flower market (in Tay Ho district) is open every day from very early, ca. 1-2 am until the morning, it is considered the wholesale market in Hanoi, where widest variety of flowers are bought and sold. These flowers in the morning are regarded as the most beautiful and freshest of all. 

Quang Ba Flower Market.
Best time: 3-6h
Address: Au Co Street, Tay Ho, Hanoi

Hanoi streets _"Controlled Chaos"

Although Hanoi is extremely busy, loud and crazy. There are a lot of vehicles, but don't be scared of the motorbikes, just go and they will move around you. It is really amazing. One of the very interesting things is that everyone eats outside, and the foods is super delicious!!!!

The old quarter is one of the most ancient place of Hanoi. Walking around and hear the stories of each street is the best way to learn about Hanoi history, culture and people. This is also the place you can find the best Hanoi cuisine.

While the streets are choked with cars scooters and cars, there are enough bicycles and pedestrians to make you feel the whole world hasn't gone completely modern. It is very easy to walk around and navigate, and there are wonderful sights around every corner.