Viet Culture
Made with dark roast robusta coffee, condensed milk, and poured over ice, this iconic beverage is known locally as cà phê sữa đá.
What is Vietnamese Iced Coffee?
Literally translating to "hello" or "peaceful hello," this universal two-word greeting is used when meeting someone in Vietnam.
What is "Xin chào"?
Considered Vietnam's national dish, this aromatic noodle soup consists of a rich, spiced broth served with rice noodles (bánh phở), tender meat, and fresh herbs like basil and cilantro.
What is Phở?
The country's most populous metropolis, this economic hub of the south was officially known as Saigon until it was renamed after a revolutionary leader.
What is Ho Chi Minh City?
Who’s our two senior advisors this year?
Sharon and Dalavan
Worn on formal occasions like weddings and Tết, this traditional long tunic with side slits is usually paired with flowing trousers.
What is Áo Dài?
Derived from the French word pain (bread), this word refers both to the iconic baguette and the popular single-serve sandwich packed with meats, pickled vegetables, and herbs.
What is Bánh mì?
Made from fermented anchovies and salt, this essential, pungent condiment (nước mắm) forms the Umami foundation of almost all Vietnamese savory dishes and dipping sauces.
What is fish sauce?
This popular beef noodle dish is formerly named after a historic imperial capital city in central Vietnam
What is Bún bò Huế
What is Erica’s favorite viet restaurant?
99 on Bailey
During the Mid-Autumn Festival (Tết Trung Thu), children carry these brightly lit, often star-shaped decorations while singing traditional songs.
What are paper lanterns (Đèn ông sao / Đèn trung thu)?
Meaning "spicy beef noodles," this famous central Vietnamese soup from the former imperial capital features thick rice vermicelli in a rich, lemongrass-infused broth.
What is Bún bò Huế?
Sizzling when poured onto a hot skillet, this savory, turmeric-tinted crepe is stuffed with pork, shrimp, bean sprouts, and wrapped in lettuce leaves before dipping.
What is Bánh Xèo?
Located in the north on the banks of the Red River, it has served as the capital of a reunified Vietnam since 1976.
What is Hanoi?
What is treasurer Andrea’s favorite hobby?
Shopping!
Often worn by workers and farmers for protection against rain and sun, this iconic conical hat is woven from palm or bamboo leaves.
What is a Nón Lá/Conicol leaf hat?
Essential to Vietnamese social etiquette, these familial terms—such as Anh (older brother), Chị (older sister), or Em (younger sibling)—are used as pronouns to address others based on age and relationship.
What are honorifics (thưa / đại từ xưng hô)?
Originating in Hanoi, this grilled pork and rice vermicelli dish gained global fame when Anthony Bourdain and President Barack Obama shared a meal of it in 2016.
What is Bún Chả?
Before emptying into the South China Sea, this mighty river fragments into a vast southern delta region that produces over half of the country's rice.
What is the Mekong River?
How many years has Leanne been Vice President?
3
This traditional style of chamber music from northern Vietnam features a female vocalist accompanied by a three-stringed lute (đàn đáy), bamboo clappers (phách), and a praise drum (trống chầu).
What is Ca Trù?
Rooted in Vietnamese philosophy and everyday life, this term describes the core cultural concept of emotional bond, deep gratitude, and lifelong devotion owed between family, friends, or partners.
What is Tình nghĩa (or Nghĩa tình)?
Known in English as "Three-Color Dessert," this colorful layered beverage includes red beans, yellow mung bean paste, green pandan jelly, and shaved ice topped with coconut milk.
What is Chè Ba Màu?
This central coastal city, the country's third-largest, is a major port and is famous for a massive bridge shaped like a fire-breathing dragon.
What is Da Nang?
What is the name of Grace’s dog?
Baobao