CNN says when former President Barack Obama traveled to Hanoi in 2016, he famously joined the late Anthony Bourdain for a meal of bun cha, a beloved local specialty made up of bits of marinated, charcoal-grilled pork patties and pork slices in a dipping sauce with rice noodles and herb garnishes.
And then of course there's the world-famous pho.
“Made with rice noodles, this beef noodle soup is a must-try on the streets of Hanoi -- not to mention readily available overseas,” CNN says.
CNN said but there's much more to the city's diverse food scene, citing five dishes every Hanoi visitor should try.