Besides the sincerity and hospitality of citizens, delicious cuisines in Hoi An is also one of the most sparkling features that attracts travelers all over the world. Although enjoying the specialties in Hoi An is very rustic for villagers, but for tourists, it is sometimes rare and difficult to find. Let’s scroll down to discover Hoi An culinary arts with When in Danang!
1. Cao Lau
When referring to delicious cuisines in Hoi An, we cannot help mentioning “Cao Lau”. This yellow noodles dish is served with shrimp, pork, raw vegetables, and a little broth. The yellow of these noodles is made from the mixture of ash from local plants. Especially, “Cao Lau” is made from crunchy noodles, not as soft as normal ones. As a result, you can mix noodles freely without fear of crushing.
Moreover, the vegetables to be eaten along with the noodles must be from the organic vegetable village of Tra Que. Hoi An citizens often eat “Cao Lau” with bean sprouts in boiling water and let them cook to medium. The next step is pouring bean sprouts into a bowl, place the noodles on top, add a few slices of minced meat, then place crispy pork skin.
A special thing is that you can only feel the right taste of “Cao Lau” when enjoying it in Hoi An Ancient Town. We can easily find “Cao Lau” in the old town of Hoi An. Immersing yourself in this one of the most delicious cuisines in Hoi An will be a memorable experience for foodaholics around the world. A bowl of “Cao Lau” costs from đ20,000 to đ25,000 at street vendors. A couple of nice spots to get “Cao Lau”:
- Thanh Cao Lau: 26 Thai Phien St.
- Cao Lau – Khong Gian Xanh: 687 Hai Ba Trung St.
- Trung Bac Restaurant: 87 Tran Phu St.
2. Banh Mi Phuong – Hoi An Best Banh Mi
“Banh Mi” is a familiar dish, but “Hoi An Banh Mi” has its own taste that visitors should also try when coming here. Especially, “Banh Mi Phuong” is well-known as the best Banh Mi in the world – said Caroline Mills, a reporter for the online travel magazine Travelfish. After returning home, many foreign tourists also shared about this kind of delicious cuisines in Hoi An – “Banh Mi Phuong” with praise.
So what’s the spectacular thing about this dish in Hoi An that so many people love? The answer is the crispy crust bread. Along with a variety of meats, vegetables, and unique sauces. All of these make the “Banh Mi” more delicious and full of nutrients. Every day Mrs.Phuong wakes up early and prepares things to stuff in bread: barbecued pork, ham, pâté, and jambon, … Then a mysterious home-made sauce that makes your mouth water.
Moreover, on the wrapping paper of “Banh Mi” also printed the words “The best Banh Mi in the world”. Not luxury restaurants or eye-catching signs, the small bakery located on Phan Chu Trinh Street includes only a glass cabinet full of “Banh Mi” toppings, baking ovens, and a few sets of tables and chairs for guests to enjoy. The first impression of any visitors who come to “Banh Mi Phuong” is the excitement.
Address: 2B Phan Chu Trinh St.
Open time: 6:30 – 21:30
Price: đ20.000 – đ30.000
Hoi An tourism possesses different charms whether it is day or night. All of the above is a list of delicious cuisines in Hoi An. If you do not have much time to explore Hoi An, make sure to taste each specialty a bit before going home. When in Danang hopes you have delicious meals!
