Phở originated in the North, and in the mid- 1950s, people from the North brought it with them to the South. Over time, Southern phở, especially in Ho Chi Minh City, has developed a distinctive flavour of its own. Compared to Northern-style phở, Southern phở makes an immediate impression with its generous plate of fresh herbs served on the side, creating a refreshing and well-balanced flavour.
On this episode of Vibes of Vietnam, we explore howa once-dangerous trade is being transformed into a thriving craft. Agarwood production in Tiên Phước has evolved from risky forest expeditions into a sustainable local industry. Blending traditional knowledge with modern techniques, farmers now cultivate trees and create products like incense and essential oils. Watch it now, on Vietnam Today.
The preservation of Hội An reflects strong collaboration between authorities and local residents, from restoring communal houses to protecting historic homes. Catch us on this episode of Vibes of Vietnam - where we highlight how community dedication helps safeguard the town’s rich cultural heritage. Only on Vietnam Today.
In this episode of Vibes of Vietnam on Vietnam Today, we explore Hoa people's vibrant heritage in Chợ Lớn, Hồ Chí Minh City. From the traditional art of calligraphy couplets to young creators sharing culture through photography and social media, the episode highlights how a new generation is preserving and celebrating the unique spirit of the culture.
In Quảng Ninh’s once-isolated Khe Phương Village, community-based tourism is breathing new life into Dao Thanh Phán traditions - turning culture, forests, and heritage into a sustainable future for the whole village.
In Lâm Sơn, decades-old roots and weathered timber are transformed into living sculptures -where skilled artisans carve nature’s forgotten wood into soulful works of art and heritage.
Across Vietnam’s highlands, communities are reviving traditional medicinal forests - blending ancestral healing knowledge, sustainable farming, and modern cooperatives to protect herbal heritage while creating new livelihoods.