From the red basalt soil of Đắk Lắk to markets around the world, the macadamia tree has travelled an extraordinary path. Once met with scepticism, it is now known as the “golden nut” - a symbol of resilience, innovation, and the determination of Vietnamese farmers and entrepreneurs. Join us in discovering how the Central Highlands’ macadamia is becoming a source of national pride and a promise for the future.
Becoming a master of traditional Then singing requires more than musical talent—it demands a lifetime of rigorous taboos and moral integrity. In this episode of Heritage Journey, explore how the Tay and Nung ethnic groups are preserving this UNESCO-recognised spiritual art and passing the "Melody of the Heavens" down to a new generation.
Where the sea meets the forest, Cần Giờ stands as a vital gateway of southern Việt Nam, bridging ecosystems, trade routes, and communities. In this episode of Insights, discover how this unique coastal land is shaping the path toward a more prosperous future.
In this episode of Vietnam Explained, shopping is a destination. In Việt Nam, it has become a national high-speed social ritual, from the grandmother in a rural village to the Gen Z student in Hồ Chí Minh City. A whole society is choosing the virtual mall over the physical one. This is the Retail Revolution Explained.
Bánh mì is one of the most iconic symbols of Việt Nam’s street food culture. It has been repeatedly recognised in international culinary rankings. But like so many Vietnamese classics, it keeps evolving, sometimes in ways even locals don’t expect. In this episode of Street Food, let’s try steamed bánh mì.
Welcome to Bho Hoong Village, Sông Kôn Commune, home to more than 700 residents, most of whom are Cơ Tu. They still preserve a way of life deeply rooted in the great forest. From the very first moment of arrival, visitors are welcomed by a traditional dance, which echoes like the breath of the mountains.
In this episode of I-Report, follow Trần Nguyễn Phúc Minh (Michael) to the misty highlands of Y Tý. No one knows when the market began, but every Saturday before sunrise over Nhìu Cồ San, ethnic communities like the Hà Nhì and Mông journey through mountains to gather. Bringing forest produce and handmade goods, they create a vibrant scene as Michael follows Sứ to discover what makes this market so special.