What to eat in Phu Quoc

To make your Mekong Delta trip become more eventful worth every penny, sen-mekongtour.com is willing to give you some suggestions about what to eat in Phu Quoc. As one of the most popular tourist destinations in Mekong Delta besides Cai Rang Floating Market or beautiful idyllic Mekong gardens, Phu Quoc allures tourists not only by breathtaking scenery but also by tasty seafood.

Traveling to Phu Quoc, tourists will be excited at delightful activities such as swimming, snorkeling, squid fishing…and satisfied with fresh dishes processed from diverse seafood resources in Phu Quoc.

Herring salad

Herring salad is very famous when we talk about Phu Quoc’s tradition food. The dish is processed quite simply. Newly caught fish are gutted, washed thoroughly, then sliced into pieces before being mixed with lemon juice, finely chop onion, chili. The citric acid in the juice changes the texture of the fish, without changing its “raw” taste. According to common wisdom, the lime juice “cooks” the fish – partially or completely, depending on how long it is marinated.

Mekong & Phu Quoc island (5 days, 4 nights)

What to eat in Phu Quoc

The fish is served with local herbs found in primeval forests of the island, dried coconut , rice chewy paper and sour and sweet Phu Quoc fish sauces mixed with garlic, chili and roasted peanuts.
Sea urchin. Au Co Cruise – Halong Travel

Sea urchin or sea hedgehog is another must-try dish when traveling to Phu Quoc.There are some variations of cooking sea urchin such as steam, soup or raw salad… The popular way of cooking sea urchin is grilling. Sea urchin is cleaned and roasted over charcoal fire until you can smell the aroma. Salt and lime juice is added . You can even try a bit mustard and eat it raw with some mug of beer. The raw salad is made by adding some lime juice and mustard on newly-caught sea urchins and then being served with mustard greens.

You can also enjoy sea urchin soup, sautéed sea urchin or sea urchin paste. The sea urchin meat is mixed with pepper, spring onion, good fish sauce and then deep fried and serve with roasted rice paper, herb, green banana and dip in Phu Quoc fish sauce. This is a recommended dish for any gourmets traveling to Phu Quoc.

Charcoal grilled squid

Another typical specialty of Pearl Island is. After being cleaned, the raw squids are mixed with salt, chili and oil for 15 minutes and then grilled on charcoal stove. The dish will be completed when being eaten with Vietnamese coriander and chili sauce, along with a little salt and lime.

Top 5 Things to do in Da Nang Vietnam

Da Nang is comfortably nestled between Hoi An and Hue on Vietnam’s east coast, but unlike the neighbouring towns travellers only stay here for 2 days on average, which is a real shame as there is so much so see and do in Danang! This is the fourth largest city in Vietnam so benefits from fantastic restaurants, shops and tree lined boulevards. There are also beautiful beaches, fascinating culture and archaeological wonders; after all this is the capital of the Champa Kingdom! Danang – Hoi an 3 days

Explore the Museum of Cham Sculpture

Located: 1 D Trung Nuvuon Street
Admission: 30,000 Vietnamese Dong (Less than 2 US dollars)
The Cham Museum showcases the sculptures from the Champa or Cham people who inhabited and ruled Central Vietnam from 192 AD to 1835. The museum was built by the French with heavy Cham influence showcased in the architectural design. Sculptures and adornment were brought in from temples and towers from all over the region. Sculptures rage in age from the 6th to 17th century. These artifacts and works of art and deal with Buddhist and Hindu influenced materials. Gods, sacred animals, and legends were carved as altars, statues and other temple adornments. Almost 300 different works are on display inside and outside of the main building. LA MARGUERITE

Archaeologists have recently unearthed an ancient Cham tower in Phong Le Village in Danang which is thought to be 1,000 years old. The tower has four gates and four towers and measures 16m by 16m. The site is rich in artefacts as many have been unearthed so far, providing further insight into the ancient Champa kingdom.

Tackle the mighty Marble Mountains

Located: South of Danang
Admission: Only one of the mountains is open to be scaled by visitors
The five limestone mountains located southwest of Danang are named after the five elements by an emperor of Vietnam’s past. These mountains once held temples and even pagodas carved deep into the mountains. The French, Viet Cong, and Americans all left their mark on the mountains as lookouts and hiding places. Exploring caves, temples, tunnels and even climbing up the only open mountain offer something different and beautiful to view.

For other things you didn’t know about Vietnam, check out our 10 things you didn’t know about Vietnam. For example did you know that Vietnam is the fastest growing tourist destination? Jasmine Cruise – Halong Bay

Top 5 Things to do in Da Nang Vietnam

Relax on the beautiful beaches of Da Nang

One of the more famous beaches is My Khe, or China Beach. This beach was once an R&R location for American troops during the Vietnam War. Today it is still used for relaxing, and enjoying the sun and sand. Beautiful accommodations are available for visitors today, along with clean beaches and a reduced amount of beggars compared to other beaches.

Clear water, white sand and green forests surround the Non Nuoc beach. In 2005 this beach was hailed as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world by Forbes magazine. Visitors enjoy surfing on its gentle waves and its proximity to other destinations such as the Marble Mountains.
Discover Danang Cathedral aka Rooster Church

Located: Tran Phu, City Centre
This candycane pink church was built in 1923 for the French Catholics who inhabited Vietnam at the time. Locals have long called the church Con Ga, or the Rooster Church, because of its copper rooster weathervane. Today Danang Cathedral serves 4,000 parishioners and offers services in different languages. If you wish to attend services, observe the Vietnamese etiquette and come early to avoid having to stand in the back or even in the street with cyclists for services led by the local priest. Papers are printed out to help parishioners follow along with the service.

Marvel at the decorative Buddhist Pagodas

Some of the most striking architecture, culture and history present in Danang is located in its many buildings, especially its pagodas. Pagodas in Vietnam are traditional tiered places of Buddhist worship that hold special sacred articles. Worshippers come to pray and meditate within the confines of the pagoda and its surrounding areas.