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Moon Lantern Festival 2026 | Tết Trung Thu | Sunday 20 September

There is a moment near the end of every Moon Lantern Festival that is worth the whole day. The sun has gone, the stage lights come down, and a few hundred children start walking with paper lanterns they made themselves that aftern...

29.08.2026 04:36 PM - Comment(s)
Best Pho on Victoria Street
Few dishes are as loved as a steaming bowl of phở. Rich, aromatic broth, silky rice noodles, fresh herbs and tender slices of beef have made this Vietnamese classic one of Melbourne's favourite comfort foods.
11.06.2026 03:43 PM - Comment(s)
10 Must-Try Dishes on Victoria Street
Few dishes are as loved as a steaming bowl of phở. Rich, aromatic broth, silky rice noodles, fresh herbs and tender slices of beef have made this Vietnamese classic one of Melbourne's favourite comfort foods.
11.06.2026 03:43 PM - Comment(s)

No Vietnamese Lunar New Year celebration is complete without Bánh Chưng, the traditional sticky rice cake that has been enjoyed for generations. Wrapped in banana leaves and filled with glutinous rice, mung beans and pork, Bánh Chưng is more than just a festive dish — it is a symbol of family, ...

11.06.2026 10:03 AM - Comment(s)