Vietnam: a 2026 food stop
Vietnam's 2026 travel coverage is calling the country a must‑visit for food adventurers — vibrant street food, bustling markets and warm hospitality are the standouts. (vietnamtourpackages.com)
France’s Vogue singled out Việt Nam as one of Asia’s top travel destinations for 2026, citing its mix of landscapes, cultural sites and growing tourism infrastructure. (vietnamnews.vn) Việt Nam recorded about 17.6 million foreign visitors in 2024, a 39.5% increase year‑on‑year according to the General Statistics Office. (vietnamnews.vn) The country’s inbound recovery accelerated into 2025: authorities reported more than 19.1 million international arrivals through November 2025 and held a ceremony for the 20‑millionth foreign visitor on December 15, 2025. (en.baochinhphu.vn) The MICHELIN Guide’s 2024 Vietnam edition named 164 establishments nationally, including seven one‑MICHELIN‑star restaurants and 58 Bib Gourmand venues, signalling rising international recognition of Vietnamese dining. (guide.michelin.com) Ho Chi Minh City’s Ănăn Saigon remains a high‑profile example of that recognition, listed as a one‑MICHELIN‑star restaurant and led by chef Peter Cuong Franklin. (guide.michelin.com) Commercial travel platforms show stronger appetite for culinary experiences: TripAdvisor’s 2026 listings highlight multiple Hanoi and HCMC cooking classes with thousands of reviews, and TourRadar continues to feature curated Vietnam food and culinary tours for 2026/2027. (tripadvisor.com) Traditional market hubs such as Ben Thanh Market in Ho Chi Minh City and Đồng Xuân Market in Hanoi remain focal points for visitors seeking authentic street‑food and market‑based dining experiences. (breathevietnam.com)
