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Hoang Nguyen
Travel Correspondent & Photo Editor
Reports from the road with a focus on landscapes, local life, and visual atmosphere.
Published stories
39
Aroma Delta • Food • Travel • Lifestyle
A Strong
Sense of Place
Welcome to Aroma Delta. We are storytellers of Vietnam—documenting everything from misty highlands to hidden city alleyways, while always carrying the soulful, riverine spirit of the Mekong Delta in our hearts.
"To explore Vietnam not as tourists, but as observers of its flavors, landscapes, and the soulful tapestry of local life—guided by the rustic charm of the Southwest."
Beyond the Guidebooks
At Aroma Delta, we believe the truest way to understand a culture is to sit on a low plastic stool, listen to the sizzle of garlic in a hot wok, and watch the world go by. Vietnam is a country of intense contrasts, woven together by its deep-rooted culinary heritage.
We traverse the entire country—from the fragrant espresso dripping through a "phin" filter in a hidden Hanoi alleyway to the sprawling green rice terraces of the North. Yet, our stories always find their way back home: to the sun-drenched canals, floating markets, and the generous "Sông Nước" lifestyle of the Mekong Delta. We document these intersections of food, travel, and everyday moments with a strong sense of place.
Flavors
Unearthing heritage recipes across Vietnam, with a special love for the rich, complex broths of the Delta.
Landscapes
Curated travel experiences prioritizing slow exploration—from misty northern mountains to southern riverways.
Everyday Culture
Documenting the unsung heroes, local artisans, and the poetic rhythm of daily Vietnamese life.
4 Contributors
187+ Published Stories
4 Editorial Pillars
4 Distinct Specialties
Our Spiritual Home
The Rhythm of "Sông Nước"
While our stories span the length of Vietnam, our heart beats strongest in the Mekong Delta. Life here is inextricably linked to the river—from the architecture of stilt houses to the bustling floating markets. Here, breakfast is a steaming bowl of "Hu Tieu" served from a passing sampan, and the soundtrack is the gentle hum of long-tail boats.
- Experience: Floating Markets at Dawn
- Pace of life: Flowing, generous, and authentic
Editorial Roster
The full Aroma Delta authors room
Every byline on Aroma Delta comes from a contributor with a distinct reporting lens, from kitchens and markets to rituals, routes, and everyday city life.
Featured Contributor
Vy Tran
Editor & Storyteller
Writes reported culture and travel stories with a strong sense of place across Vietnam.
Stories Published
40
Editorial Lens
Reported, place-driven, human-scale
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Diep Tran
Cultural Features Editor
Edits longform features on ritual, memory, and social customs with a focus on context, nuance, and readability.
Published stories
37
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Thao Nguyen
Student Contributor & Youth Culture Writer
Writes from the perspective of a Vietnamese university student, covering youth habits, city life, and everyday culture.
Published stories
27
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