Day 32/365: VIETNAM TRAVEL TIP - One thing I love about Vietnam, is how simple transacting with independent street food vendors and shop owners is. For small independent shops, it cash only and rarely even with a paper-written bill, let alone an itemized receipt out of a computer. In some larger shops with multiple staff members, you might receive a written bill to keep track of what you purchased, but even that is fairly rare in my experience in the north. Most of the time, you just tell the sh

DAY 86/365: I don’t know about you, but I’m just about done with ‘tipping cultures’. It’s well known that tipping in countries where tipping isn’t customary can actually be ‘bad’ for the local economy. It tends to provide and uneven playing field and divide amongst locals and tourists. So if you are here and you do decide to give a little bit extra, try to do it discretely and warmly. The street vendors in Vietnam are slowly becoming a thing of the past. It won’t be long now until they are a dis

Day 15/365: MONEY EXCHANGE A hidden local secret is exchanging foreign money across Vietnam. I’m still not sure I understand why, but the rates are gold shops are better, and you don’t typically have to jump through a host of regulatory hurdles, which make dealing with a bank, much more time consuming. Almost every gold shop across the country offers this service, so wherever you are, it’s a good idea to find a local shop if you have more than a few hundred dollars to exchange. Make sure you bri

This is at one of largest supermarkets in DIstrict 7, Saigon Vietnam “lotte Mart” full vlog available on my “You 🧪” channel. #shopping #vietnam #supermarket #vlog | Yes Chef, with Chad Kubanoff

Discover the true beating heart of Vietnam's vibrant culture - markets! Having long been the backbone of commerce in Vietnam, markets connect towns and cities with fresh produce from across the provinces. Amidst the rise of modern shopping malls, these bustling markets remain essential, offering affordable goods and fostering a sense of community. Whether you're searching for souvenirs, embarking on an early morning food adventure, or eager to savour the authentic street food delights, Vietnames