A dish that tells its story — Banh Xeo reviewed

You can taste history in Banh Xeo if you know what to look for. Vietnamese cuisine shows French colonial influence alongside traditional Southeast Asian techniques. The subtly sweet and spiced character reflects those layers — fish sauce doesn't appear by accident; it came from a specific tradition.

The a Hoi An restaurant setting made sense of it. You understand the food differently when the context is right. Vietnamese iced coffee alongside is part of that story. Some food is just fuel. Banh Xeo, properly made, is something more. This version told the story well.