This evening, where the locals go to eat. Nguyen Dinh Chieu alley, well known for its abundance of street food. and observe these small pop up restaurants, a nightly feature that all but disappear during the day. broken rice. In the past, it was the rejected rice grains that made up this ‘poor man’s rice dish’ however it is now enjoyed by many! The rice is served with roasted pork, pickled veggies and a steamed egg cake drizzled with spring onion oil. Sink your teeth into the flavors of the South, from sampling freshly grilled beef wrapped in tender and peppery wild betel leaf to the classic Vietnamese sandwich and even a rice paper pizza!
Get set for a culinary adventure into the heart of Saigon, sampling some of the city’s most distinctive dishes.
Meet your guide at your hotel and transfer to the corner of Nguyen Dinh Chieu alley. From here, start your leisurely walk around the area, where you will snack on scrumptious banh xeo (a savoury crepe), fresh spring rolls and some local shellfish - a rustic delicacy in Saigon. Finish things off with a taste of one of the city’s most popular dishes: broken rice. Once you’ve had your fill of incredible dishes, continue with a drink and chat, as the city’s nocturnal side awakens.
