Second banh mi festival slated for May
Ho Chi Minh City will host the second banh mi (Vietnamese sandwich) festival on May 17-19, aiming to promote the Vietnamese cuisine which has grown in popularity among foodies from around the globe.
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Vietnamese banh mi (baguette) has been ranked first in the list of the top 100 sandwiches in the world by international food website Taste Atlas.
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Beyond counting among Vietnam’s many street food offerings, banh mi has also made a contribution to defining the country’s culinary culture, which has enchanted international friends.
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