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Taste of Vietnam St Albans

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Fresh Homemade Vietnamese food every Thursday, Friday & Saturday. Cookery Class & monthly Super Club host

09/09/2026

LUNCH THIS THURSDAY

I will be preparing Bahn Mi (Vietnamese Baguettes) and Noodle Salad Bowls for pick-up this Thursday. Please click on the link below to see the lunch menu and place your order.
https://order.storekit.com/taste-of-vietnam-lunch/menu

Please pay by cash or card on pick-up.

Group deliveries for staff at offices, schools, and other organisations available for delivery. Please email me at [email protected] for more information.

This weeks evening menu is available via the link below to pre-order for pick-up from Friday.
https://order.storekit.com/taste-of-vietnam/menu

06/09/2026

🇻🇳 5 Elements of Vietnamese Food

What makes Vietnamese food so special? It’s the beautiful balance of flavours in every bite.

The magic happens when these flavours come together. Nothing overwhelms the others — they work in harmony to create food that is fragrant, vibrant, savoury, refreshing and deeply satisfying.

From the first aromatic bite to the last, Vietnamese food is an experience full of colour, freshness and flavour.

Want to learn how to create this perfect balance yourself? Book a cooking class with me to discover the secrets behind these delicious flavours.

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05/09/2026

A vibrant, plant-based twist on a central Vietnamese classic, this Bún Chay Huế swaps traditional bones broth for a naturally sweet, deeply satisfying vegetable.

Silky rice noodles, earthy mushrooms, and crispy marinated tofu come together in a golden pumpkin-sweetcorn & vegetable broth for a perfectly balanced, flavour-packed bowl.

Available for order—grab your fresh, nourishing bowl today along with many other dishes.

03/09/2026

FRIDAY & SATURDAY only this week

Free FRIDAY DELIVERY this week within St Albans & Harpenden for pre-orders over £30.

My specials this week are Bun Bo Hue, a famous noodle soup dish from my home town, Hue, and my best selling Hoi An Chicken & Rice.

Please pay by card or cash on pickup or delivery.

PICKUP – 4:30pm to 9pm - Friday & Saturday from 19c Brampton Road, St Albans.
Please click on the link below to order direct for pickup.
https://order.storekit.com/taste-of-vietnam/menu

FREE FRIDAY NIGHT DELIVERY AT PICKUP PRICES for orders over £30 - 5:30pm to 7:30pm
If you can be flexible, I offer a free Friday night delivery service between 5:30pm & 7:30pm within St Albans.
If you have a preferred time please put it in the Order Notes when ordering and we will try to accommodate.
For this delivery service please pre-order via the link below. On Friday I will message you the estimated delivery time.
https://order.storekit.com/taste-of-vietnam-deliveries/menu

31/08/2026

Excited to be back in the kitchen this weekend. Looking forward to seeing some familiar & new faces.

18/08/2026

Watermelon Rind Candy

Ingredients

* White part of ½ watermelon rind
* Sugar — roughly the same weight as the prepared rind

Method

1. Cut away the green skin and keep only the white part and a little bit of red part of the watermelon rind.
2. Cut it into small strips or bite-sized pieces.
3. Put the rind and sugar into a saucepan. Leave it to dissolve.
4. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally. The watermelon will release lots of water.
5. Continue cooking until most of the liquid has evaporated and the rind becomes sticky, glossy and thickened.
6. Transfer the pieces to an air fryer and cook at 100°C for about 1 hour, turning or shaking occasionally.
7. Let them cool completely. They will become chewy and candy-like as they cool.

💡 Tip: If you want them sweeter and more like traditional candied fruit, you can leave them to dry a little longer after air-frying.

11/08/2026

VIETNAMESE STEAMED RICE ROLL HACK

Ingredients

200g prawns, roughly chopped
40g sweetcorn or carrot, finely chopped
1 spring onion, finely chopped
½ tsp bouillon powder
½ tsp black pepper
6 sheets rice paper

🌸 Method

1. Make the filling
Add the chopped prawns, sweetcorn or carrot, spring onion, bouillon powder and black pepper to a bowl. Mix everything together.

2. The rice paper hack!
Dip 2 sheets of rice paper into a bowl of warm water for about 2 seconds. Shake off any excess water.

Place the rice papers on a chopping board. Add some of the prawn mixture, then fold and roll nicely but not too tight.

Repeat with the remaining rice paper and filling.

3. Steam
Place the rolls in a steamer and steam for approximately 12 -15 minutes, or until the prawns are fully cooked.

🥣 Quick Dipping Sauce

Mix together:

● 2 tbsp light soy sauce
● 1 tsp sugar
● 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
● Chilli, finely chopped, to taste
● 1 tbsp hot water
● ½ tsp sesame oil
● 1 tsp lime or lemon juice

Mix well and serve with the warm steamed prawn rolls.

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06/08/2026

🍓 Raspberry or Strawberry Matcha Latte

Ingredients

* 2 tsp condensed milk
* 2 tsp matcha powder
* 2 tbsp warm water
* 1 tbsp frozen raspberries or frozen strawberries
* 50–70ml fresh milk or almond milk
* Ice cubes

Method

1. In a small bowl, whisk the matcha powder with the warm water until smooth and frothy.
2. Add the frozen raspberries or strawberries to a glass and lightly crush them with the condensed milk.
3. Fill the glass with ice.
4. Pour in the fresh milk or almond milk.
5. Slowly pour the prepared matcha over the top to create beautiful layers.
6. Stir before drinking and enjoy!

Tip: For a sweeter drink, add a little more condensed milk. For a stronger matcha flavour, use a little less milk.

04/08/2026

🌙 Taste of Vietnam Monthly Supper Club

September Theme: Flavours of Hue

Experience the authentic flavours of Hue, Vietnam’s historic imperial city, with a special 8-course tasting menu.

🍽️ 8-course tasting menu
🍷 BYO – Bring your favourite drinks
💷 £50 per person – Fantastic value for a unique dining experience
📍 St Albans
📅 22nd & 23rd September
🕖 From 7:00 pm

✨ Perfect for a night out with friends, family, or a date night.

Limited spaces available – book now to reserve your table!

03/08/2026

Looking for a fun experience that’s a little different?

My private Vietnamese cooking classes are perfect for couples, groups of friends, families with teenagers, and even children. It’s a wonderful way to spend quality time together while learning a new skill.

In around two and a half hours, you’ll choose your own menu and learn how to make two delicious starters and one authentic Vietnamese main—from fresh summer rolls and crispy spring rolls to pho, sizzling fish noodles, or Vietnamese BBQ chicken noodles.

You’ll laugh, cook, eat, and leave with recipes and memories you’ll enjoy long after the class is over.

I’d love to cook with you—send me a message to book your private class.

Address

19c Brampton Road
Saint Albans
AL14PP

Opening Hours

Thursday	12pm - 2:30pm
	5pm - 9pm
Friday	5pm - 9pm
Saturday	5pm - 9pm

Website

http://Thetasteofvietnam.co.uk/

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