Hanoi is a city with its own spirit. Like New York City, it doesn't need tourism to survive and the people make that known. For tourists looking for warm, fuzzy feelings about a foreign city, Hanoi does not provide.
On the other hand, it feels a little more genuine when you have to earn a smile. On many occasions we ordered food from a stern face but after we were blown away by their cooking even the toughest old lady couldn't help but crack a smile.
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| Rice crepe dumpling making station - favorite meal in Hanoi! |
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| Finished rice crepe dumplings with minced pork, mushrooms, topped with fresh cilantro and fried crispy garlic! |
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| Homemade Chinese style sausage and "cinnamon pork" |
Hanoi street food is incredible, including a different take on the classic pho (beef noodle soup)and many dishes we hadn't seen before.
From here, we headed north on a train.
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