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Banh gio (Pyramidal rice dumpling)

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July 16th 2009
This simple dish sold in country markets has become a favorite breakfast of many Hanoians. People can find this dish in small stands o*n any street in Hanoi. The stands are always crowed with diners. Hanoians can enjoy this dish at any time, at breakfast, lunch or post-lunch. Although pyramidal rice dumpling is simple, it is very good and healthy, especially its appealing fragrance. This wh ... read more

Asia » Vietnam » Red River Delta » Hanoi

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The conquest of Vietnam by France began in 1858 and was completed by 1884. It became part of French Indochina in 1887. Independence was declared after World War II, but the French continued to rule until 1954 when they were defeated by Communist forc... ... read more