6 Foods You Should Try in Sapa

Situated near the rooftop of Vietnam, the scenic town of Sapa is a popular getaway destination that travelers can enjoy the European-like ambiance, explore the ethnic life. But one thing people often underestimate while traveling to Sapa is the local cuisine. To make sure you cover all the delicacies, here are 6 not-to-miss foods you should try on your trip to Sapa.

1. BBQ Skewers

Take a stroll in Ham Rong Street in the evening; you will be immersed in the alluring flavor of a huge variety of BBQ skewers on the street. Almost everything can be skewed, finely marinated and grilled on orders, from vegetables, corn, potatoes, eggs, pork, beef, chicken, fish, bird…



2. Salmon

Sapa is one of the most famous places in Vietnam when it comes to salmons. Here the salmon is fresh, nutritious and very delicious, often marinated and grilled that can rival with salmons imported from overseas. Salmons can be eaten rare, grilled, smoked,…



3. Pork

Pork in Sapa is quite different than anywhere else in Vietnam. It is tenderer, more flavorful and not very fat. Having some Sapa pork dipping in fish sauce while sipping some local wine in the winter in Sapa would be an unforgettable experience.



4. Chayote

The climate in Sapa makes it great for growing chayote. The chayote’s stem and leaves are often stir-fried with garlic whilst the fruits are boiled with carrot then dipped in sesame salt or stir-fried with beef and garlic.



5. Com lam

Also known as bamboo cooked rice, com lam is a typical food in the mountainous mountain area of Vietnam, and Sapa is not an exception. After being grilled, the bamboo can be easily removed; all left is the attractive flavor of rice.



6. Black chicken

Black chicken is characterized by dark skin, dark flesh and skin. The flesh is dark and not soft like chicken in the river delta areas. You will surely love a braised dark chicken with medicinal herbs, especially in the evening when the weather is cold.