A one-day budget guide to Hoi An

A one-day budget guide to Hoi An

(VOVWORLD) - Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1999 as “an exceptionally well-preserved example of a South-East Asian trading port from the 15th to the 19th century,” Hoi An, where the...
Bougatsa phyllo pastry, the soul of Greek cuisine

Bougatsa phyllo pastry, the soul of Greek cuisine

(VOVWORLD) - Greece is a country with rich ancient culture and natural beauty. Its attraction comes from impressive tourist sites full of mythology and fine cuisine, especially traditional desserts. Bougatsa phyllo pastry, for...
Israeli falafel, a kind of fried vegetarian fritter

Israeli falafel, a kind of fried vegetarian fritter

(VOVWORLD) - Israel’s cuisine is classified as the cuisine of immigrants, and there is a variety of Israeli food available in this country, said Professor Nir Avieli, a cultural anthropologist at Ben Gurion University...
Wednesday August 4, 2021

Wednesday August 4, 2021

(VOVWORLD) - Tehreem Arish, a member of Pakistan’s Women’s DX Club, emailed us to say: “I’ve been listening to your programs for a long time with keen interest. Mostly I listen with my club...
Sarapatel, mish-mash of pork offal

Sarapatel, mish-mash of pork offal

(VOVWORLD) - In today’s Food Delight, we will present a Brazilian dish called “Sarapatel” meaning mish-mash of pork offal. This is a dish of Portugese origin now commonly seen in...
Wednesday May 5, 2021

Wednesday May 5, 2021

(VOVWORLD) - First on our show today, we’d like to wish that everybody around the world stays safe from the COVID-19 pandemic
Where to go and what to do in the UK!

Where to go and what to do in the UK!

(VOVWORLD) - The UK is home to numerous gorgeous towns, sleepy little villages, and vibrant cities to explore! From sunny spots in the south of England to ancient villages that have stood for over a thousand years...
Fried fish balls made by Ly Son islanders

Fried fish balls made by Ly Son islanders

(VOVWORLD) - Ly Son island district in Quang Ngai province is famous for its onion, garlic, and fresh seafood. Ly Son fried fish balls are particular favorites nationwide
Duck braised with dracontomelon

Duck braised with dracontomelon

(VOVWORLD) - Duck braised with dracontomelon is a specialty dish and favored by many in the North of Vietnam. The duck meat is soft and the soup has a clear, bright yellow color...
Wednesday January 13, 2021

Wednesday January 13, 2021

(VOVWORLD) - We continue to receive New Year’s greetings from listeners around the world. We’re happy to learn that our listeners are keeping in good health and safe from...
Banana Flower Salad with Chicken

Banana Flower Salad with Chicken

(VOVWORLD) - Have you ever tried a banana flower salad? It's a dish that has a wonderfully crunchy and fresh texture. In today’s program, we elevate the taste to a...
Fresh water crab hot pot

Fresh water crab hot pot

(VOVWORLD) - Fresh water crab is a specialty of Vietnam’s northern countryside. When the rice is about to ripe, and right through harvest time, you’ll find a lot of crabs...
Lemongrass Chicken Skewers

Lemongrass Chicken Skewers

(VOVWORLD) - Lemongrass is one of my favorite flavors as it’s wonderfully aromatic. The delicious recipe, which uses lemongrass and chicken breasts as the main ingredients, is a great dish...