Vong village's "Cốm"

When autumn comes, Hanoians everywhere always remember the special taste of "com" (green sticky rice) which originates from Vong Village, about five kilometres to the west of the city centre.A legend tells that in the autumn of a thousand years ago, there was a torrential rain accompanied by severe winds in Vong Village, on the outskirts of present-day Hanoi . At that time, the paddy was just about...

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Food in Ha Noi

1. Bánh baoThe close cousin to the steamed Chinese baozi can be stuffed with ingredients ranging from pork to mushrooms and quail eggs. It’s a hot and fluffy treat.2. Bánh cuốnWhen dawn breaks, we suggest you seek out these rice-flour rolls wrapped around minced mushrooms and pork. It’s a warm, wonderful way to start the day.3. Bánh mìThe baguette is one of the enduring symbols of French colonialism....

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