Details: Published on 05 May 2021; Written by Saigoneer.

Founded on the banks of the Hau River, Long Xuyen began as a trading post and has prospered into one of the Mekong Delta’s major cities today.

How One Social Enterprise is Strengthening Tra Vinh’s Mangroves

Details: Published on 05 May 2021; Written by Saigoneer.

What do you picture when you think of a tree? Perhaps a robust redwood, a whimsical willow, or a perfect pine? How long would it take your mind to reach the muddy mangrove?

Q&A: An Interview With 'Raya and the Last Dragon' Co-Writer Qui Nguyen

Details: Published on 05 May 2021; Written by Eric Nguyen.

When Disney’s Raya and the Last Dragon was released in March, it was a cultural milestone for Southeast Asians. Raya is the first Southeast Asian Disney princess in the Walt Disney Company’s 98-year history. And she’s not your usual Disney princess either.

The Marriage of Electronic and Folk Instruments in DJ Teddy Chilla's Music

Details: Published on 29 April 2021; Written by Mầm. Photos courtesy of Teddy Chilla. Translated by Phương Phạm.

DJ and producer Teddy Chilla is among a few artists in the current music scene who are known to experiment with Vietnamese traditional music in their electronic works.

Stray Crocodiles Are Threatening Residents of Saigon's Binh Chanh District

Details: Published on 28 April 2021; Written by Saigoneer.

Being chased by a feral crocodile isn’t just a common adventure movie trope as many Saigoneers have encountered the reptilian predator right in the city.

[Photos] Rare Aerial Photos Depict the Urban Contours of Saigon in 1950

Details: Published on 27 April 2021; Written by Saigoneer.

In the French photo book titled Indochine – Couverture. Saigon-Cholon – Photographie Aerienne 1950, a fascinating set of aerial images showcases the urban layout of Saigon in 1950.

Hẻm Gems: A Nasi Lemak in Saigon That Evokes Memories of Hawker Centers

Details: Published on 26 April 2021; Written by Khoi Pham. Photos by Le Thai Hoang Nguyen.

As I gaze at the glorious eight-dish Malaysian banquet on our table at Makiucha, perfectly spaced by our photographer, popping with colors and wafting off aromas of rich spices, it becomes apparent to me how much I’ve missed hawker centers.

A Lotus 'Startup' in Hanoi Goes Back to Its Roots

Details: Published on 23 April 2021; Written by Bùi Thị Bích Liên. Photos by Bùi Thị Bích Liên.

For Lã Quang Khanh, a resident of Me Linh District, the term khởi nghiệp, or startup, has nothing to do with technology.

How Saigon's V.A.R Building Epitomizes Vietnam's Architectural Autonomy

Details: Published on 22 April 2021; Written by Phạm Phú Vinh. Photos by Alberto Prieto and Lê Thái Hoàng Nguyên.

Completed in 1973, the V.A.R building at 9 Ho Tung Mau Street in Nguyen Thai Binh Ward, District 1, is a prominent example of Vietnamese mid-20^th-century modernist architecture designed by architect Lê Văn Lắm. It not only represents the Vietnamese architectural identity in post-colonial eras, but also exemplifies its cultural autonomy.

Inside the Extravaganza Using Literature to Highlight Hoi An History

Details: Published on 20 April 2021; Written by Võ Thị Như Mai. Photos courtesy of Nguyễn Quang Vinh.

Directed by writer Nguyễn Quang Vinh, “Hội An Show – Gratitude” was launched last month in the central Vietnam town. It featured 150 artists portraying the history of the ancient town via stories of Hoi An silk, bài chòi folk art, and Cham culture during major events — such as the re-establishment of trading in Hoi An in the 18^th century through the beginning of the 20^th century and naval warfare between villagers and sea monsters based on the Tale of Cầu Chùa.

The Quotidian Hẻm Life Along the Railway Track in District 3

Details: Published on 18 April 2021; Written by Jim Selkin. Photos by Jim Selkin.

I have made multiple trips up and down the hẻm along the railway from Le Van Sy to capture the moods both during the week and on weekends. As the hẻm serves both pedestrians and motorbikes, navigating the walkways can be challenging on most days.

Hẻm Gems: Xôi Khâu Nhục, the Cantonese Breakfast for Pork Belly Lovers

Details: Published on 17 April 2021; Written by Brendan Ryan. Photos by Alberto Prieto and Lê Thái Hoàng Nguyên.

I first found out about khâu nhục where I find all my Saigon information: Facebook.

Kilomet109's Thảo Vũ: 'Clothing Is a Language That You Can Write With'

Details: Published on 16 April 2021; Written by Elise Luong. Photos by Alberto Prieto.

In October last year, eco-fashion label Kilomet109 launched its latest collection “Miên.” Designer Thảo Vũ sat down with us to share the label’s awkward beginnings and what the label means to her now.

Saigon's Rainy Season Is Shorter, Comes Earlier This Year Due to La Niña

Details: Published on 15 April 2021; Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Alberto Prieto.

In case you hadn't figured it out from last night's huge storm.

The Vietnamese Filmmaker Turning Travelogues Into Cinematic Spectacles

Details: Published on 14 April 2021; Written by Nhi Phạm. Images courtesy of Kop Dinh.

Kop Dinh is a professional travel videographer whose YouTube channel has become a trusted online platform among young viewers thanks to carefully crafted videos showcasing Vietnam’s famed places of interest. The channel is also a great place for aspiring videographers to learn more about the trade thanks to its guides on filmmaking techniques and video editing, as well as equipment recommendation for both amateurs and pros.

The Rise of Kombucha in Vietnam

Details: Published on 14 April 2021; Written by Saigoneer. .

You may have recently noticed cans of kombucha appearing in convenience stores and grocery shops around the city beside familiar teas and soft drinks.