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Dear readers,
Along with bathing under the sunshine on the wonderful beaches of
Danang or Nha Trang, or exploring new cultures in Hanoi or Sapa, one of
the great joys of travel in Vietnam is the discovery of new cuisines. Those
unfamiliar with Vietnamese food are in for a treat, as the national cuisine
is flavourful, colourful and extremely healthy.
Some tour operators are providing cooking tour packages, ranging from
half-day gourmet tour samplings, to two-week tours which give tourists an
in-depth exploration of Vietnam’s most authentic food and cultural experi-
ences. Learn to prepare local dishes in a cooking centre or even in some of
the most luxurious resorts in Danang and learn how to purchase ingredi-
ents in wet markets while touring the Old Quarter of Hanoi.
In this issue, Timeout will introduce tourists to typical traditional Viet-
namese and international food in the most recommended authentic res-
taurants, hotels and resorts across the country. Our special feature will also
offer foodies a myriad of culinary activities and tours, including cooking
schools and other travel services that create unforgettable culinary mo-
ments in Vietnam.
Another great way to discover local culture and cuisine is a homestay.
This form of community-based tourism is getting more popular in Sapa, Hoi
An, Hue and the Mekong Delta, where you can learn to become farmers or
even fishermen.
In addition to all this, Timeout introduces an array of new resorts and
restaurants perfect for your weekend escape from the hustle and bustle of
the cities.
For those looking for a home away from home in Hanoi, we shine a
light on the western part of Hanoi, where new condominiums and serviced
apartments are mushrooming along with better leisure, dining and educa-
tion facilities.
Yours sincerely
NGUYEN ANH TUAN
Editor-in-Chief
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Editor-in-Chief
Dr. Nguyen Anh Tuan
Deputy Editors-in-Chief
Le Trong Minh
Bui Duc Hai
Do Xuan Khanh
Deputy Managing Editor
Tran Ngoc Son
Designer
Lai Hoang Yen
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THE ESSENTIAL MAGAZINE FOR LIVING AND TRAVEL IN VIETNAM
NOVEMBER 2013
CULINARY VIETNAM
HANOI GOES WEST
From paddy fields to
hot property
TRUE INSIGHT
Authentic homestays
TAKE TO THE WATER
The Cu Chi tunnels
by river
Cover photo courtesy of Hyatt Regency Danang Resort & Spa