Vietnamese Stories

We talk about her journey as a business owner, the evolving LGBTQ+ scene in Vietnam, and the challenges of sex education in the country.

We discussed Ben’s career path, his life in Japan and some cultural insights about Vietnam. Whether you’re curious about living in Vietnam, fascinated by creative careers, or just want to hear a fun and inspiring story, this episode has something for you.

We talked the misconceptions surrounding Vietnamese coffee, the barriers it faces, and how Sarah is leading a movement to redefine its place in the global coffee industry.

Phở – A dish so iconic that people outside Vietnam think it’s the Vietnamese dish. But is it actually that amazing, or is it just the default answer when people talk about Vietnamese food?

Cedric grew up in countries across Africa, studied in Switzerland and the United States, and eventually found his way back to Vietnam in 2016. Let’s listen and explore a third-culture kid’s journey and his insight into his roots – Vietnam.

In this blog, I’ll share highlights from my conversation with Rochelle Nguyen at 86 Proof, where we explored the unwritten rules for expats in Vietnam with plenty of laughs and some eye-opening insights.

Rochelle Nguyen shared her stories behind 2 cocktail bars and her background as a Vietnamese-Canadian. 

Linda offers a rare perspective, navigating the world as someone perceived as Asian in the West and white in Asia. Her dual lens allows her to understand cultural viewpoints from both sides.

Trang shared about her feelings when she was a kid, as a Vietnamese in German. We also talked about food safety in Vietnam as Trang has just graduated with a Food Science Degree.