December 2, 2011
Leaves as well as other parts of the lolot plant have therapeutic properties and can fix an upset tummy, ease pain and inflammation, cool the body, local herbalists say. Mediterranean people use vine leaves to make a parcel of minced lamb whereas the Vietnamese use lolot leaves to wrap around meat, though never lamb as [...]
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November 12, 2011
A delicious gift from the water evokes nostalgia in expatriate northerners Chả rÆ°Æ¡i is among the delicacies based on rÆ°Æ¡i, a kind of sea worm commonly called ragworm or clamworm that’s best eaten in cold weather Hanoians are proud of their cuisine, which includes delicacies based on rÆ°Æ¡i, a kind of sea worm commonly [...]
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August 16, 2011
Every part of the lotus creeper is useful, but to make the best tea, it takes a very special flower and very special knowledge Is there a lingering fragrance? Or is it wishful imagination? There are no lotuses, for sure. All the lotus ponds near the West Lake in Hanoi are now completely covered [...]
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July 7, 2011
An ancient tea tree in Lao Chai, the northern province of Ha Giang  Vietnam boasts a vast wealth of ancient tea trees that are still waiting to be discovered, developed and protected.  According to scant mention in historic materials and scientific research, ancient tea trees are mainly located in the northern highland provinces of [...]
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June 19, 2011
 Grilled shells with spring onion at Oc Dao Restaurant in an alley off Cong Quynh Street in Ho Chi Minh City In Hanoi, á»c (snails) are a popular light meal, especially in the late afternoon. Thinking about a light dish while hanging out with friends as the sun goes down, many a Hanoian chooses [...]
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June 11, 2011
Aloe vera, the serrated succulent, is believed to improve circulation and is useful in treating constipation and providing relief on hot days. Aloe vera, the serrated succulent, is considered a panacea for beauty and health. Traditional herbalists say aloe is “cold” in nature. It is believed to improve circulation and is useful in treating constipation [...]
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June 6, 2011
Juice prepared from tomato and watermelon can help the body cope with external heat, local herbalists say. What we eat and how it’s cooked can affect how hot we feel when the outside temperature soars. The food to avoid on sweltering days includes hot spices and red meat. Surprisingly, coconut extract is also a no-no. [...]
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May 8, 2011
Cải cúc (edible chrysanthemum) makes a good herbal remedy for coughs, persistent headache, sore throat, indigestion and fever, herbalist Hoai Vu says. C ả i cúc (edible chrysanthemum) is grown everywhere in Vietnam. It is bitter sweet, cool, and richer in protein than other vegetables. It makes a good herbal remedy for coughs, persistent headache, [...]
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May 8, 2011
Tourists with Red Dao ethnic minorities at Ta Phin Village The sun was shining brightly over terraced hills dressed in brilliant emerald folds. Summer had finally arrived in Sa Pa, and so had we. The stunning mountains of Sa Pa lie roughly 200 miles from Hanoi, in Lao Cai Province. During the 19th century, [...]
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May 8, 2011
Nhá»ng tằm (silkworm) has become a popular food, especially in some silkworm-cultivating regions in northern Vietnam. This food has been found to be high in protein and rich in vitamins. Most people cringe when they see an insect, or squish it to pulp. Not many think “dinner.” However, insects have been part of traditional cuisine [...]
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