Simple yet delicious lunch with masterful skills Eating vietnam food

Simple yet delicious lunch with masterful skills Eating vietnam food

When it comes to Vietnamese food, many people think of freshness and balanced flavors. I, mr.hotsia, have traveled to Vietnam several times. This time, I want to share my experience of enjoying a simple lunch with masterful flavors, not at fancy restaurants or famous tourist spots, but at small shops in alleys or local markets. The deliciousness and dedication of the cooks here left a lasting impression on me.

In Vietnam, especially in provinces that are not major tourist destinations, such asLang Son Provincewhere I stayed for several days. This city is not as widely known as Dalat or Nha Trang but has its own charm and unique food flavors. I stayed at Hoang Son Hotel, located in the city center, just a few minutes' walk to the fresh market. For anyone wanting to try authentic Vietnamese lunch, this is a great starting point.

I remember that lunch day, I followed the tempting aroma to a small shop where the owner, a kind auntie, greeted me with a smile and invited me to try her homemade Vietnamese chicken biryani. This biryani is different from ours, with a gentle spice aroma and tender, juicy chicken. Paired with a perfectly balanced Vietnamese dipping sauce—sweet, sour, and slightly salty—I knew from the first bite that this was masterful cooking. [Watch the Vietnamese chicken biryani clip](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xV_blTlVn9k)

Another dish I really liked was the grilled button squid, which I found at the same fresh market. Small squids grilled over low heat until the skin is slightly crispy and the inside tender and bouncy, mixed with a special homemade sauce. The flavor is balanced and fragrant with Vietnamese herbs. It's a simple dish but truly addictive for seafood lovers like me. [Grilled button squid Vietnam clip](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJlKOOOIIis) helps visualize it clearly.

What I enjoyed most about this kind of lunch was the atmosphere of the shop and the friendliness of the sellers. The food wasn’t fancy in presentation, but the care and meticulousness in cooking made me feel like I was eating at a Vietnamese friend's home. Communication might not be fluent, but smiles and pointing made everything flow smoothly and enjoyably.

If anyone visits Vietnam, I recommend walking into fresh markets or small shops in towns, whether it’sVinh Long Cityor small towns that still preserve the traditional lifestyle of locals. This kind of lunch will help you truly understand Vietnamese flavors and culture, not just the image seen in reviews or tourist restaurants.

For traveling in Lang Son city, I suggest spending your lunch time strolling through fresh markets or stopping by roadside eateries that look promising. You will discover a variety of Vietnamese foods, including rice dishes, Vietnamese-style som tam (different from Thai som tam), and freshly made banh mi every day.

Regarding travel, I want to mention that northern Vietnam, like Lang Son, has mild weather during the rainy season, unlike the hot and sultry dry season. I traveled there in May, the rainy season, which allowed me to enjoy lunch with cool weather, stroll the market, and enjoy the local lifestyle comfortably.

If you are interested in relaxing in a simple yet comfortable atmosphere, I once recommended a small hotel calledNha Nghi A9in Viet Tri city. It is an affordable accommodation with very friendly owners, perfect for those who like a homely atmosphere and want to experience real Vietnamese life.

This lunch experience in Vietnam made me, mr.hotsia, love Vietnamese food even more because it’s not just about taste but about the dedication and love local people put into cooking, which you rarely find in big restaurants or tourist spots.

For anyone looking for a simple yet masterfully flavored lunch experience, try opening your heart and walking into markets or roadside shops in Vietnam. You will realize how truly delicious and charming authentic Vietnamese food is.

You can watch the lunch eating clip hereSimple yet delicious lunch with masterful skills Eating vietnam foodto enhance the experience and see real scenes from my journey, mr.hotsia