Mekong Delta cuisine draws tourists
Regional cuisine has long played a vital role in promoting, introducing, and retaining tourists. Each region of Vietnam boasts its own culinary specialties, and the Mekong Delta, with its agricultural heritage and river culture, has given rise to distinctive dishes that leave a lasting impression on visitors.
One standout dish is "bun nuoc leo”, a famous noodle soup in the southwestern region. Originating from the Khmer dish "num chooc," it was later adapted by the Kinh community into the renowned version enjoyed nationwide.
Provinces like Soc Trang, Tra Vinh, and Bac Lieu are celebrated for their authentic flavors, with Bac Lieu also offering other iconic dishes like spicy beef noodles, grilled spring roll noodles, and spicy steamed rice cakes.
The Mekong Delta is also synonymous with its seafood heritage. Products like dried fish and fermented fish have become quintessential gifts for visitors, symbolising the region’s centuries-old aquacult