StoriesLove. Vietnam. Food: the North Image Of course a big part of our research trip is to try as much of the local food as we can. Here are some of the great meals we've eaten in Northern Vietnam, in Hanoi, Halong Bay and Sapa.Image Vietnam's classic dish: noodle soupImage More noodle soup with prawns. While my colleagues eat the meat dishes, it's my job to check the vegetarian options.Image Fortunately some good tofu dishes available!Image Duck with lemongrass. Not sure why the dish is cow shaped if it's duck...?Image Sweet and sour fried shrimp. In Sapa right near the boarder with China, there's understandably a strong Chinese influence in the foodImage We've been really enjoying the street food...Image ...including fried banana with our guide Than in Hanoi.Image Enfys found dragon fruit in a Sapa marketImage And more lovely fruit for breakfast in Halong Bay. Speak with a destination specialistFriendly, dedicated people who care as much about your trip as you do.Get in touchDownload a brochure You may also like Vietnam Six of the best family activities in Vietnam Paint, paddle, taste and create your way through Vietnam, getting hands-on with local culture and making lasting family memories along the way. Vietnam Field notes: From Pu Bin to Pu Luong – Vietnam’s rural reaches Travel writer Dan Stables recounts his recent trip to Pu Bin and Pu Luong, in the Mai Chau hills of Vietnam. Vietnam Field notes: A visit to the Con Dao islands Lorna Parkes, executive editor of National Geographic Traveller, tells us why this tiny archipelago of 16 islands should be part of your Vietnam trip.