Today's episode is all about discovering new places and variation of foods. It
was a cool day in Hanoi and I went to Xofa Cafe and Bistro for a client
meeting. I tried my first ever peach and passion fruit tea. I chose the hot
one to match the beautiful weather and sat outside. The cafe has a really
cool and rustic vibe. It was very relaxing. After my meeting, I stayed for
a little bit to just chill and not think of anything.
When I got hungry, my mind kept telling me to get a banh mi sandwich. And so
I left the cafe and walked around the Old Quarter to find a good one. It
was lunch time and everybody was eating different types of noodles and rice
dishes. It was a peaceful lunch time at OQ compared to the normal crazy night
life. This is what I like about their culture. People at work would take time
and eat lunch with their workmates.
I think it was a good 30-45 minutes before I finally found a banh mi stall.
Technically, I found a few but decided to skip them hoping I would find a
good one. I was immediatly surprised by how cheap it was for 20.000vnd. I
ordered one for me to try and I started filming her. The lady was very nice
and welcoming. She started by getting the bread from the oven. I am not even sure
if she reheated it. Then, she sliced in and put all types of meat, pate, veg,
and sauce.
She was so fast that I didn't realize she's done. The first banh mi I ate had
the opposite process. Ingredients first, then bread is reheated last. So,
every single ingredient is served hot. I got the impression that it won't be
as fresh and hot as the first one I had and I was right. At first bite, I got
a little bit of crunch. You know the texture of a reheated bread that sat
for a little while before you ate it? That's exactly how it felt. But the
flavor of the bread is pretty good.
The main star of this banh mi is actually the pate which she generously put
inside the baguette. It reminded me of the Pan De Sal and Reno Liver Spread
I used to eat growing up. But this one had thinly sliced processed meat,
pickled veg, and sauce. Overall, it was a good experience. The banh mi was
not 100% good. But the best part for me is that every bite of it brought
beautiful memories from my childhood. I bought another sandwich to bring home
and have my sister and Kayla try it too.
It was a short, simple, and special episode for me. It reminded me that
fancy and expensive foods can be really great but simple foods made from the
heart touches one's soul forever. What is your childhood comfort food? Comment
below and I will see you on Episode 8!♥♥♥
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