Images of Republic of Korea (RoK) President Lee Jae Myung enjoying street-side pho (Vietnamese noodle soup), while the First Lady strolled through a crowd with an ice cream in hand, have gone viral across Asian media, once again highlighting the global appeal of Vietnamese cuisine.
VOV.VN - As global competition increasingly extends into culture, Vietnam’s iconic Phở has emerged as a widely recognised culinary symbol worldwide, yet its influence has largely spread organically, prompting questions about how it can be strategically developed into a true cultural ambassador and soft power asset.
VOV.VN - US News & World Report has released its list of Asia’s 20 best places to visit in 2026, ranking Hanoi eighth.
Hanoi’s street food continues to win the hearts of international visitors, not only for its distinctive flavours but also for the unique dining spaces and lifestyle it reflects.
VOV.VN - US travel website AFAR has listed Da Nang city among its 26 places to go in 2026, making it the only Vietnamese destination to appear on the ranking.
VOV.VN - US-based travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler has described as an urban gem of northern Vietnam, highlighting its French facades, scooter-filled lanes, and sizzling street food that make the capital city well worth a stop.
VOV.VN - The capital city of Hanoi has made British magazine Time Out’s list of the 10 best street food cities in Asia for its rich culture and history coupled with brilliant food.
VOV.VN - Local street food including Bò nhúng dấm (Beef in vinegar hot pot) and Bún chả (Grilled pork meatballs with vermicelli noodles) have been named among the list of the Top 100 Southeast Asian meat dishes.
VOV.VN - TasteAtlas, a website dedicated to highlighting fresh ingredients, traditional dishes, and authentic restaurants worldwide, has ranked the Vietnamese baguette, known locally as bánh mì, seventh among the best-rated street foods in Asia.
Several Hanoi street-side eateries have earned recognition from Michelin, but the question remains: is this enough to elevate the city's vibrant street food scene?