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Hanoi Soul: Bun cha

Grilled pork, dipping sauce, and street-side charm - bun cha is more than a meal; it’s Hanoi between the charcoal and the chatter.

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-Apr 19, 2025 / 12:22 PM

THE HANOI TIMES — From sidewalk grills to lunchtime rituals, bun cha holds a special place on Hanoi's menu of delicacies.

Served with grilled pork, rice noodles, and a bowl of sweet and sour dipping sauce, this iconic dish brings generations together over smoky charcoal and plastic stools. It's a taste of Hanoi that lingers.

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