1 Ho Chi Minh VIETNAM
Vietnam is well-known for its street food offerings. And in one of the country’s busiest cities, Ho Chi Minh, the spring rolls are to die for. Colloquially called gỏỏi cuốn, they are filled with rice vermicelli, vegetables, and herbs, along with prawns or pork, and are freshly rolled into bánh tráng (rice sheets). The rolls are best enjoyed with a peanut sauce that highlights the freshness of the vegetables and seafood, and this street food staple can be found at food stalls in Amble down Tran Khac Chan Street or Phú Nhuận district. Other common street food options include grilled prawns, fish hotpots, and a variety of crab dishes. While here, also make sure to get your hands on bánh mì, a Vietnamese sandwich filled with a combination of meat, vegetables, fresh herbs, and flavourful sauces, along with a side of the famed egg coffee. vietnam.travel
2 Istanbul TURKEY
Turkey’s vibrant street food scene is reflected in the city of Istanbul. Among the must-try street food here is the traditional , a sesame-covered circular bread. They can be found in food carts outside main tourist attractions in Istanbul such as the Galata Tower, Blue Mosque, and Hagia Sofia. It is the perfect breakfast dish when paired with cheese and a cup of Turkish coffee, also known as Türk . Another crowd favourite are döner kebabs. It includes lamb, chicken, or lamb and veal mix that is slowly roasted on a rotating vertical skewer, served in pita with salad or vegetables. Dönerci Şahin Usta is one of the best places in the city to try this dish. Another lesser-known street delicacy is the simple and healthy or roasted chestnuts. In Istanbul, red carts in Eminönü square sell these delicacies. They can also be
