Business cards should have a Vietnamese translation on the back. Dress Smart lightweight casuals would usually be worn for meetings as suits are needed for only the most formal occasions. Otherwise, clothing should be kept simple, informal and discreet. Avoid shorts if possible. Gender Relations Greetings Handshaking and a vocal greeting is normal.
Vietnamese cooking is varied and usually very good.
It is a mixture of Vietnamese, Chinese and French traditions, with a plethora of regional specialities. As in all countries of the region, rice or noodles usually provide the basis of a meal. 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.