Com (Green Rice Flakes): What It Is & Where to Try It in Hanoi
Last update Feb 2, 2026 in Gastronomy
If every city had a signature scent, Hanoi’s would undoubtedly be the subtle, milky fragrance of Com (green rice flakes). Often associated with the romantic breezes of autumn, this “green gem” has evolved into a year-round culinary icon, deeply woven into the daily life and spiritual traditions of Vietnam’s thousand-year-old capital.
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Vietnam Temple Etiquette: A Guide to Respectful and Comfortable Travel
Last update Feb 1, 2026 in Cultures and history
Vietnam is a land of timeless traditions and breathtaking spiritual sites. As Buddhism is the primary religion, you will find stunning pagodas across every region. For international travelers, mastering Vietnam Temple Etiquette is the key to a meaningful and respectful journey.
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Vietnamese Hotels Honored Among the World’s Best in 2025
Last update Jan 15, 2026 in Travel news
Many hotel establishments in Vietnam have been distinguished this year by prestigious awards such as the World Travel Awards, the Michelin Guide, as well as leading international magazines including Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler.
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Cơm lam of the Northwest (Vietnam) – When a simple grain of rice tells the soul of the mountains
Last update Jan 15, 2026 in Cultures and history
Cơm lam, sticky rice cooked in bamboo, is not just a dish. It is a familiar image of the highlands, a memory shared across generations, a daily gesture that has become a ritual. It is prepared along forest paths, in stilt houses, during long days of mountain work or festive evenings
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Indigo dyeing (chàm) in Vietnam: a living tradition of ethnic communities
Last update Jan 15, 2026 in Cultures and history
Before being a color, chàm, or traditional indigo dye, is a memory. A silent memory embedded in cotton fibers, passed down from generation to generation, worn on the body and lived daily by many Vietnamese ethnic groups. For French travelers in search of authenticity, chàm is not merely an aesthetic element: it is a gateway to a deeper understanding of rural, mountainous, and ancestral Vietnam.
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Year-End Party 2025 – Authentik Vietnam: A Year of Pride, a Vision for the Future
Last update Jan 15, 2026 in Travel news
Authentik Vietnam Year-End Party 2025: review of a successful year, team spirit, sustainable growth, and shared ambitions for 2026 in tourism in Vietnam.
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Perceptions of the Four Seasons in Tứ Quý Painting
Last update Jan 15, 2026 in Cultures and history
A Tứ Quý painting is displayed with the intention of wishing family members blessings, longevity (living through the four seasons and completing a full life cycle), a peaceful, prosperous, and honorable life, as well as a flourishing lineage.
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Drone in Vietnam: What You Need to Know Before Taking Off
Last update Jan 15, 2026 in Unmissable
In this article, Authentik Vietnam offers you a clear and up-to-date guide to drone regulations in Vietnam, the required authorizations, customs procedures, as well as best practices to adopt in order to avoid any issues during your trip.
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10 must-see Tet festivals in Vietnam
Last update Dec 31, 2025 in Cultures and history
Far more than a simple celebration, Tết marks renewal, a return to family values, and a deep attachment to spiritual beliefs. On this occasion, the entire country comes alive through a wide variety of Tet festivals, blending rituals, history, folklore, and popular joy. From the mountains of the North to the dynamic cities of the South, each region welcomes spring in its own way.
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