Viet Nam among World’s Top 4 most attractive culinary destinations

Every Vietnamese dish represents a slice of cultural heritage, crafted from fresh, abundant ingredients and shaped by the sensibility and skill of local cooks.

Condé Nast Traveler wrote: "We've all seen the golden rice fields of Viet Nam, so it's no surprise that the ingredients here are some of the freshest in the region. Rice comes in all shapes and sizes – steaming bowls, delicate noodles, spring rolls – but is always topped with local vegetables, tender meats, and aromatic herbs."

"Any backpacker will love the street food, from Cai Rang floating market to tiny alleyways like Xom Chieu in Ho Chi Minh City, which serve up the best of Vietnamese cuisine at rock-bottom prices. But if you're after something more sophisticated, head to Ciel Dining in Ho Chi Minh City, one of the best new restaurants on our 2025 Hot List."

Viet Nam captivates visitors not only through taste but also through the authenticity and warmth of its culinary experiences.

Travelers encounter culinary treasures everywhere – from roadside vendors and floating markets in the Mekong Delta to quiet alleyway eateries and upscale restaurants in bustling cities. In every setting, Vietnamese cuisine tells a story about the land, its people, and their love of life.

Besides Viet Nam, the top 15 countries with the most attractive cuisines include Thailand, Italy, Japan, Spain, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Greece, South Africa, Peru, the Maldives, Colombia, Morocco, France, and Turkey.

In addition, at this year's Readers' Choice Awards, Viet Nam was also named among the top 10 "Most Attractive Destinations in the World" and "Friendliest Destinations in the World," as voted by Condé Nast Traveler readers./.