Food
How to make bánh mì at home
A home recipe for bánh mì: quick pickled carrot and daikon, lemongrass pork, and how to assemble a crisp, balanced sandwich.
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Food
Is bánh mì healthy?
Bánh mì can be a fairly balanced meal, with protein, vegetables and bread, but fillings like pâté, mayo and cold cuts add fat and sodium.…
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Food
Bánh mì bread: why it is so light and crisp
Bánh mì bread is lighter and crisper than a typical French baguette, with a thin, shattering crust and an airy crumb. Here's what's behind…
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Stories
How to pronounce Vietnamese names
To pronounce Vietnamese names, learn a handful of letters that don't sound like English (d, đ, x, nh, ng, ph, tr, gi) and don't worry about…
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Văn and Thị: the traditional Vietnamese middle names
Văn and Thị are the traditional Vietnamese middle names for men and women. Here's what they mean, why they were so common, and how naming…
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Motorbike culture in Vietnam
Motorbikes are the main way people get around in Vietnam, carrying families, groceries and businesses. Here's how motorbike culture works…
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