
Hidden away from prying eyes, a mussel soup restaurant on Quan Thanh doubles up as an impromptu art gallery. Words by Huyen Tran. Photos by Francis Roux
Sixty-five years of service — and counting. Our guest gastronome finds out how pocket-sized parcels have been a hit for one Hanoi family business. Words and photos by Michel Anderson

In April we decided to ask the question that has sparked many a spirited “discussion”— what is the best thing about Hanoi?

Our unwitting hero partially devours blood, brains and something else. Words by Phillip Turo. Photos by Dominic Blewett

Because oysters are often purported to carry aphrodisiac power, because even a slight allusion to sex will make this article more interesting, but mainly because fresh oysters are just incredible, indulgence will be encouraged here.