Nestled in an old apartment complex in Hanoi, an 85-year-old vendor’s sticky rice ice cream and Thai dessert shop has become a favorite destination for locals across generations, attracting crowds eager to enjoy her authentic and traditional flavors.

These top-rated Bun Bo Hue restaurants in Hanoi offer a delicious taste of Hue’s iconic noodle soup, keeping customers coming back year after year.

The donut shop owned by Nguyen Quoc Khanh in Hanoi’s Dong Da District may be small and cramped, but it’s always packed with customers, selling 4,000 to 6,000 donuts daily.

Chris Humphrey from the New York Times recommends a 36-hour whirlwind tour of Hanoi, showing how to experience the best of the city’s culture, food, and vibrant nightlife.

Exploring the vibrant Long Bien Market at dawn, a Canadian traveler enjoyed an authentic Vietnamese experience, complete with unique flavors and local hospitality.

For some, Hanoi’s famed cha ruoi, made from seasonal ragworms, might seem daunting, but for Korean visitors Jaeil and Gaemi, a daring bite turned into a flavorful surprise.

The night steamed-sticky rice shop on De La Thanh Street has long been a familiar destination for many diners, despite its unique name - "xoi ban tho", or ‘altar steamed-sticky rice’.

During a culinary exploration of Hanoi, an American tourist did not hesitate to try dishes that many would be wary of, including balut, blood sausage, and fried sandworm cakes.

Visiting Hanoi’s largest wholesale market at 4am, the foreign man not only witnessed  bustling trade, but also enjoyed nutritious, delicious and cheap dishes.

Pho (noodle soup served with beef or chicken) is served in a large bowl with eight different types of beef with a total weight of 450 grams. Only 10 bowls of the pho are sold daily at each branch of the pho chain.

Hanoi has surpassed famous culinary capitals like Tokyo and Bangkok, earning the title of "Asia's Best Culinary City" in the prestigious World Culinary Awards.

A pho restaurant in Hanoi has elevated the classic dish with a version served in a custom-made 30cm bowl, filled with 450gr of various beef cuts. With only 10 bowls available each day, this exclusive dish is a celebration of VN cuisine & culture.

Hanoi welcomed about 4.45 million foreign tourists in the first nine months of this year, soaring 40.8% year-on-year and nearly fulfilling its yearly target of serving 5 million international visitors, according to the city Department Tourism.

The rare sea bug, known as the "water-tank," is gaining widespread praise in Hanoi as its distinct flavor and exclusivity make it a top-tier delicacy.

Tucked away in the bustling heart of Hanoi, Dong Xuan and Trung Yen alleys may be narrow and unassuming, but they are culinary treasures.

A small café in downtown Hanoi, which seems to be normal like any other cafes in the capital city. But stepping inside, one may recognise something unusual: all conversations are made through sign language as all the staff are hearing-impaired.

The Michelin Guide has unveiled a comprehensive 48-hour itinerary for visitors to Hanoi, featuring top street food and cultural highlights.

UK-based daily newspaper The Telegraph has listed the capital city of Hanoi among its top 10 best destinations across the world which offer a great experience to holidaymakers travelling alone.

For those looking to avoid the hustle and bustle while still enjoying a getaway close to Hanoi, these five scenic camping spots offer the perfect blend of nature and relaxation.