Bánh Mì and Vietnamese Cuisine 101
Art by Luke Atkinson
Bánh mì is the delicious fusion of a French baguette and Vietnamese cuisine. (Some argue the dish is the only good thing to come from imperialism.) The mix of just-baked baguettes, pickled vegetables, and savory meats leaves one wondering, what are these mouthwatering ingredients? Ordering bánh mì can be mysterious as well — why do bánh mì shops list their sandwiches by number? How does one know what to order?
Join us on a day trip to Eden Center, the heart and soul of the East Coast’s Vietnamese-American community. As we tour the Falls Church shopping center, we’ll stop at a few bakeries to sample some signature desserts. For lunch, we’ll dine on bánh mì or phở, and drink bubble tea. You’ll even learn a few Vietnamese phrases along the way.
Please bring money for lunch.
Location
Eden Center
6751 Wilson Blvd.
Falls Church,
VA
22044
Meet outside of Sea Side Crab House on the southern part of the shopping center. Eden Center is walking distance from the East Falls Church Metro.
Past event