Vietnam’s ‘banh mi’: From wartime staple to global icon
Vietnam News 17:48 07/09/2026From a simple loaf to the iconic ‘banh mi’ known around the world, Vietnam’s beloved bread has evolved through centuries of history, war and economic change while remaining a familiar part of everyday life.
105 hospitalized in Vietnam’s Gia Lai after eating ‘banh mi’
Vietnam News 19:24 25/08/2026As many as 105 people have been admitted for emergency treatment in Gia Lai Province, Vietnam after reportedly suffering symptoms of food poisoning from eating 'banh mi' purchased from a local shop.
'Banh mi' vs. burger: Which is better?
Expat Life 09:12 13/08/2026Cousins in the bread roll sphere, Vietnamese 'banh mi' and the American burger share a unique secret in their respective histories. There are some raw facts that might shock you.
Explainer: Vietnamese doctor breaks down what really causes ‘banh mi’ poisoning
In-Depth 21:10 02/08/2026As authorities investigate a suspected ‘banh mi’-related food poisoning outbreak in Lam Dong Province, a Vietnamese doctor in the locality breaks down why improperly handled fillings, rather than the bread itself, are usually to blame.
Vietnamese ‘banh mi’ set to debut at 7-Eleven stores across Japan next week: media
Economy 17:02 21/06/2026The Japanese convenience store chain of 7-Eleven Japan Co., Ltd. will soon add Vietnamese ‘banh mi’ to its nationwide line-up, reflecting the sandwich’s growing popularity among Japanese consumers.
Fact: Michelin Guide recognizes Vietnamese 'banh mi' abroad, but not in Vietnam
Vietnam Life 20:26 06/06/2026The Michelin Guide’s decision to leave banh mi out of its Vietnam selection for a fourth consecutive year has sparked debate among the public, especially as the iconic Vietnamese sandwich has received Michelin recognition in several countries despite being overlooked in its homeland.
4th Michelin Guide Vietnam features 193 establishments, still overlooks 'banh mi'
Vietnam Life 15:29 05/06/2026The 2026 Michelin Guide Vietnam, announced in Hanoi on Thursday, recognized 193 restaurants and eateries, the largest number since the guide debuted in the country. However, 'banh mi,' one of Vietnam’s most internationally acclaimed street foods, remains absent from the list.
75 hospitalized after suspected ‘banh mi’ food poisoning in Vietnam’s Gia Lai
Vietnam News 14:34 26/05/2026As of Monday afternoon, 75 people had been hospitalized with suspected food poisoning symptoms after eating 'banh mi' from the L.H. bakery on Hung Vuong Street in Quy Nhon Dong Ward, Gia Lai Province, Vietnam, according to the provincial food safety agency.
#StandBanhMi: Viral TikTok trend puts Vietnamese street food in global spotlight
Expat Life 08:54 12/05/2026Vietnamese street food has long been beloved by food lovers worldwide, but a recent viral trend on the social media platform TikTok is bringing the iconic ‘banh mi’ into the international spotlight in a playful, music-driven way.
Bacteria found in ‘banh mi’ samples linked to 64 food poisoning cases in Vietnam
Vietnam News 13:20 09/05/2026Health authorities in Quang Tri Province, central Vietnam on Saturday confirmed that two types of bacteria, Salmonella spp and Bacillus cereus, were detected in food samples linked to a mass food poisoning incident that left 64 people hospitalized after they ate ‘banh mi’ from a local shop.
Don't let Vietnam's 'banh mi' become food safety concern: opinion
In-Depth 18:06 04/05/2026Dozens of food poisoning cases linked to 'banh mi' have raised alarms about hygiene practices surrounding Vietnam’s iconic street food.
Suspected ‘banh mi’ poisoning cases in Vietnam’s Quang Tri rise to 64
Vietnam News 13:22 02/05/2026The Vietnam Food Safety Authority has ordered Quang Tri Province to investigate a mass food poisoning incident that sent 64 people to the hospital after they ate 'banh mi’ bought from a local shop.
