Saturday, 25/07/2026 11:21
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Cuisine from across Vietnam Converges in Hue
HNN.VN - Beyond a celebration of Hue Beef Noodle, the iconic dish of the Ancient Capital, the Hue - Culinary Capital 2026 program has become a vibrant showcase of culinary excellence from across Vietnam. From Hue’s traditional flavors to regional specialties from every corner of the country, each food stall and every dish tells a story of Vietnam’s rich cultural identity, taking visitors on a journey that awakens all their senses.
Under the theme “The Day of Hue Beef Noodle”, the city’s signature dish takes center stage throughout the Hue - Culinary Capital 2026 program. In addition to Hue’s iconic specialty, the event’s 80 food stalls invite visitors on a flavorful journey, bringing together the finest culinary traditions from Vietnam’s three regions in the heart of Hue Ancient Capital.
Not only showcasing beautifully presented dishes, each food stall also serves as a window into the culture of its region, reflecting the stories, people, and traditions behind it. From the bold flavors of northern Vietnam and the rustic tastes of the central region to the rich, vibrant cuisine of the south, all have captivated residents and visitors alike with its colors, aromas, and flavors.
Restaurants, eateries, businesses, traditional craft villages, culinary artisans, and chefs’ associations from Hue, along with participants from Hanoi, Nghe An, Dien Bien, Phu Tho, Hai Phong, Quang Tri, Danang, Binh Dinh, Gia Lai and Ho Chi Minh City, brought together a diverse series of local specialties and renowned regional dishes such as bun rieu cua (crab noodle soup), bun cha (grilled pork with rice noodles), bun mam (fermented fish noodle soup), pho, and many other signature delicacies from across Vietnam.
Together with Hue Today Online, let’s experience the colors of cuisine through a series of photos taken at the Hue - Culinary Capital 2026 program:
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| Van Cu rice noodle-making demonstration |
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| The stall of Bun bo Mu Roi is among the event’s most popular participants |
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| Bac Ninh’s grilled specialties |
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| Hai Phong’s signature banh mi que (crispy pate-filled breadsticks) |
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| A culinary stall hosted by the chefs from Dien Bien |
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| Gia Lai grilled chicken |
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| Bamboo-tube rice |
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| The colorful childhood treats |
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| A stall showcasing specialty cakes from Vietnam’s Mekong Delta |
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| The delicious tapioca cakes with mung bean filling |
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| International visitors enjoying a hands-on experience at Chau Doc bun mam cooking stall |
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| A chef preparing Khot cakes at Soc Trang stall |
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| Cuisine from the three regions in Vietnam captivating visitors |
By Huu Phuc