In the process of its development, Vietnamese culture has been much influenced by many other cultures and an art form of distinctively Vietnamese - the cuisine - has taken shape. Vietnamese cooking represents an amalgamation of influences creating a truly unique flavor...
With almost ten centuries under Chinese dynasties' reign and its proximity to the north, Vietnamese cooking was strongly influenced by China, including the use of chopsticks, the art of stir-frying, and the consumption of noodles and bean curd. Chinese introduction of Buddhism into Vietnam gave birth to a vegetarian cuisine that is remarkably varied and extensive. Laos,...
