Notes for Vietnam Food Tours 2022 Post Pandemic
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In the “new normal” states, Vietnam welcomes international vacationers and food connoisseurs to enjoy a fully exciting Vietnam Food Tour 2022. The cuisine-focused adventure will become as memorable and happy as you ever wish, and the memories might even last long for years. Someday you might miss the taste of Vietnamese sandwich or beef noodle or pancake and want to travel right away to enjoy it. Before your next food tour in Vietnam, there are several notes to keep in mind, especially in the time of COVID-19.
Travel and Food in Vietnam
Travel and food are two elements that are closely connected. Travelers might choose a destination either for its beauty or its food, besides the culture, people, safety, etc. Going on a food tour, a foodie expects to eat the delicious local food and delicacies of the land which are linked to culture and tradition. This tourism trend lets them mingle with the local lifestyle in real-time that they can experience how to eat and live as Vietnamese for one day (or more). For authentic experiences, foodies prefer eating activities in the local markets, villages, and farms. Besides, some would love to join Vietnamese cooking classes to learn how to cook Vietnamese dishes and desserts. Perhaps, you might read on the food forums that Vietnamese street food is really good and worth trying. This is true! On the culinary travels in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hue, Hoi An, Can Tho, etc., you’re likely to meet numerous street vendors and roadside eateries serving tasty choices and being filled with patrons. Do not be surprised when you see that people agree to stay in a long queue waiting for a sandwich. Good food is worth waiting for.
Covid Vaccine Passport and To-Dos for Foodies
The Covid Vaccine Passport or Covid Recovery Certificate (if you recovered from the illness) is required for international travelers to enter Vietnam. Those who received the full two doses can travel around Vietnam without a need to quarantine. Upon your arrival at the airport, you need to show your negative RT-PCR COVID-19 test result within 72 hours (or a negative rapid test within 24 hours). Note that foreign arrivals are not required to undertake an on-arrival rapid COVID-19 test at the airports. Rather, those with the Covid vaccine passport can direct to the pre-register accommodation and self-monitor their health for 24 hours. Those without the proof of vaccination must comply with the quarantine regulations for 07 days. On the 3rd and the 7th of the quarantine period, the test sample will be examined. If the results are all negative COVID-19, you can start your trip, yet self-monitor your health for 14 days.
In addition, follow the local 5K message (facemask, disinfection, the 2m distance, no gathering, and health declaration)! You’re likely to notice the signals/marks on the surfaces telling you to keep 2m from each other. Or it’s easy to find that the tables and chairs are arranged to leave a distance from patrons to patrons. Some places might also have an “Only Takeaway” sign. So, make sure you do a good observation before you sit down.
The Best Destinations for Vietnam Food Tours Post-COVID
Hanoi food reflects one of the most traditional cuisines in Vietnam. Through the long history, Hanoians have been learning and inventing a special and impressive food culture, which is second-to-none. Hanoi Pho has been famous not only in Vietnam but also around the world. The beef noodles might come with different versions in other regions, but the original one in Hanoi is still the best. Make sure you taste “Pho” in its cradle land. Other fantastic foods in Hanoi include Thanh Tri rolled cakes, Phu Thuong sticky rice, Hanoi Bun Cha (vermicelli served with fish sausage, etc. The Vietnamese capital is trying its best in the fight against the COVID-19 with the high level of vaccination coverage. The other ideal destinations included in a bucket list should be Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Hue, and Da Nang, where have been recognized for their successful food tours.
Vietnam Food Tour 2022 – Tips to Eat Safe, Yummy, and Healthy
Ask the Vietnamese on the food forums! On a foodie walking tour, some people might choose to settle at the luxury restaurants; however, they are not always the best choices if you want to explore the unique food culture and special flavors, which might be not included in the books. In that sense, don’t be too shy to ask the locals for their suggestions online. Raise your questions and you’re likely to receive good answers. Eating in the eateries filled with the Vietnamese might bring you cultural experiences and gastronomy-related stories, which are rare to hear at the 5-star splendid restaurants. Remember the key: none knows the place better than the locals! To limit your contact with other people in the COVID-19 time, it’s best to seek help from the online forums for nice dining sites. TripAdvisor, for example, is a reliable place to find advice on dining places, must-eat food, and service reviews. Sometimes, believing in your gut feeling might bring a surprisingly excellent experience. If you feel like eating a Vietnamese street dish along the way, stop for it, try it, and say how it is.
Recently, Saigon Street Food Tour on a scooter (from 17h30 to 22h00) was ranked as 14th of the 25 outstanding tourism activities in the world, by TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award. There seems to have no better way to mingle with the exciting city vibe in Saigon than going for a drive on a scooter and eating like the locals. The drive from District 1 to District 4, District 3, and District 2 will show you how beautiful the city is at night and how the locals hang out. Have dinner with Saigon “Com Tam”, Vietnamese sandwich (Banh Mi), noodle soup with crabmeat (Bun Rieu), local seafood (grilled mussels, steamed clams, etc.), pancake (Banh Xeo), and other kinds of food you like. With this kind of service, you need to book a seat in advance and it’s a must to wear a helmet during the drive.
Ensure that you have your breakfast! The time matter might drive some of us to underestimate or forget our breakfast. Nonetheless, the important note on any Vietnam Food Trip is to have your breakfast, which can be Pho (Vietnamese beef noodle), sandwich, sticky rice, Com Tam (rice served with grilled pork), etc. The full-of-nutrition-and-energy breakfast will help you stay healthy and happy for a day tour. No tourists want to travel with a hungry stomach, which might ruin the experience and is not good for your health. Treat your stomach well with the yummy and aromatic dishes! This way, you stay healthy and strong, which is good for your culinary experiences as well as your immune system in the long run.
Prepare a list of the to-eat foods in your chosen destinations and then carry out your list for the real tastes on the spot. Only you can tell exactly whether or not the Vietnamese food fulfills your gourmet expectations. The ingredients, flavors, herbs, and sauce of the local dishes might cheer up your happy tongue. Smiling Vietnam food tours 2022 awaits you!
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