Notes on eating well
On vegetarian cooking, Zen flavor, and wholesome meals.
Vu Lan seasonAugust 11, 2026 · 6 min read
Vu Lan 2026: Vietnam's vegetarian month, explained
The 7th lunar month is Vietnam's biggest season of vegetarian eating. In 2026 it runs from August 13, with Vu Lan on Thursday, August 27 — here is how to prepare.
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Ordering guideJuly 12, 2026 · 5 min read
First visit to Hoan Hy: what to order
An 80-dish menu is a joy for regulars and a puzzle for newcomers. Here is the ordering path we usually suggest for a first meal.
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Offerings & banquetsJuly 10, 2026 · 6 min read
What goes on a vegetarian offering tray? Six sets at Hoan Hy
Memorial days, full-moon days, housewarmings... a proper vegetarian tray needs balance, not excess. Here is how Hoan Hy composes its six sets.
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Our guestsJuly 10, 2026 · 5 min read
Reading 975 Google reviews: what guests love at Hoan Hy
The two branches hold 4.3 and 4.0 stars on Google with nearly a thousand reviews. We read them all; here is what guests keep repeating.
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On eating wellJuly 10, 2026 · 5 min read
What is Zen flavor? Why Hoan Hy serves no mock meat
In a vegetarian scene built on imitation shrimp and meat, one school lets vegetables and mushrooms be themselves. Hoan Hy has cooked that way since 2010.
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