In 2025, Vietnamese cuisine has garnered widespread recognition from prestigious global rankings. Beloved street foods and traditional market dishes have been named among the world’s best.
Vietnam secured 4th place in the list of the 15 countries with the most attractive cuisines globally, as voted by Condé Nast Traveller.
At the 6th World Culinary Awards, Vietnam was honored as “Asia’s Leading Culinary Destination 2025.” In December, Taste Atlas – a globally respected food mapping site – ranked Vietnamese cuisine 16th among the top 100 world cuisines, up three spots from the previous year.
Banh mi
On November 15, CNN Travel included Vietnamese banh mi in its list of the 25 best sandwiches in the world.
According to CNN Travel, banh mi can be found on nearly every street corner across Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and other provinces, captivating global diners with its signature crispy crust and richly varied fillings.
The classic “thap cam” version, featuring pork, Vietnamese sausage, pickled vegetables, herbs, and a distinctive sauce, offers an addictive balance of savory and sweet flavors. Other variations like chicken banh mi and vegetarian options add to its diversity.
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