The bar scene in the capital doesn’t quite have the same vibrancy of its sister city down south, but it does have its own vibe. From live music to story slams to pumping beats coming out of the sound system, Hanoi covers the whole range.
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It’s a simple fact of life. Dried squid served up with chilli sauce and the local version of hoisin just goes perfectly with a beer or five. And it’s brought right to your table, too, grilled to order.
72 | Word February 2014