Not surprisingly, fish is plentiful. French-style baguettes are available throughout Vietnam. Western-style cooking is on offer wherever tourists or business people are to be found in any numbers. The Vietnamese answer to fast food, pho is rice noodles and meat, most often chicken or beef, but occasionally pork, in a steaming broth. P ho is served with a heaping plate of fresh greens and bean sprouts and usually a selection of spicy sauces and sliced hot red chili peppers.
Green tea is refreshing and available everywhere.
Apart from baguettes the French culinary legacy also embraces rich, fresh, filter coffee, usually brewed on the table in front of the customer. Vietnamese often have a fondness for beer. It is possible to get both local and imported brands. Clothing should be kept simple, informal and discreet. Avoid shorts if possible as they are usually only worn by children.