Friday night walk, Michelin culinary experience
In 2023, the culinary map of Hanoi is eyed by the Michelin Guide. Of the three award-winning high-end establishments, Taste with Chris is the perfect note when the unit is affordable, offering authentic Northern cuisine.
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After finishing the walk at 7 p.m., stop in front of an ancient house with a handwritten sign on Yen The Street. The 1-Michelin-starred facility brings a nostalgic and cozy feeling.
The menu with rustic ingredients such as fried tofu with tomato sauce, braised fish and leaf rolls, minced pork wrapped in grilled leaves. Braised pork belly with eggs here is priced at about 172,000 VND.
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7th Look for the past
Start the new day at 9 am with a schedule to visit the Temple of Literature - Quoc Tu Giam and the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long (entrance ticket 70,000 VND). Built in the 11th century, the Thang Long citadel complex still has many layers of history from the Ly Dynasty that have not been noticed by many tourists such as a shelter against the rain of bombs from the US.
Take a break from the old French-era villa on Chan Cam Street, stop by Loading T, a coffee shop with a drink menu of roasted beans and cinnamon, paired with yogurt, eggs, salt, coconut or lemon. The price ranges from 40,000-90,000 VND. Classic, French music tiled floors add to the classic and charm.
Walk to Hien Van Ceramics, a local handmade pottery business, or cross the street to Blackbird for a cappuccino or cold beer.
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At 12:30, visitors should experience a Hanoi street food tour on a two-wheeled Vespa through a travel agency, tasting typical dishes such as vermicelli, bread, sweet beef...
The itinerary also passes through the capital's main attractions including the Opera House, the Mausoleum of President Ho Chi Minh, the Presidential Palace or the Café Train. The price of a 4-hour Vespa culinary tour costs 2 million VND/person. For tourists who like thrills, you should rent a private motorbike for 200,000 VND/day, freely explore the streets, cross Long Bien Bridge to watch the sunset.
At 6 p.m., visitors can fill their stomachs with Thang Long fish cakes or order a portion of turmeric fillets served with roasted peanuts, herbs and vermicelli for 140,000 VND/bowl. Besides, Chapter restaurant on Chan Cam Street is also a high-end choice for diners who like an open kitchen space, a 12-course menu priced at 2.15 million VND. The ingredients include tamarind, scallops, fish, duck and venison.
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Take advantage of a break after a meal at Long Waits, a jazz bar in Hoan Kiem district at 8 p.m. and sip a cocktail for 250,000 VND at Longer Than a Summer at 11 p.m . for introverts who like to recluse.
If you're one of those who love excitement, Hanoi Rock City is a good stop for a rice wine drink by the railway, or head to Savage for late-night techno music.
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