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Understanding the Pho Menu: No More Ordering Pho by the Numbers

April 13, 2009

Ordering pho has always been a baffling matter to many. A pho menu seems like a mishmash of words that are as good as gibberish. Here’s how to get the most out of your pho menu.

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Chef Didier Corlou, A Passion for Pho and Vietnamese Cuisine

April 9, 2009

Pho and Vietnamese Cuisine – Chef Didier Corlou is a well-known, highly credible, and well-recognized authority when it comes to Vietnamese pho. His pho recipe is probably one of the best-tasting recipes you will find on the web.

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The History and Evolution of Pho: A Hundred Years’ Journey

April 8, 2009

A fascinating and definitive discussion of history and evolution of Vietnamese pho. The history of pho spans over a hundred years, from unification of Vietnam under French rule in 1887, to North and South Vietnam separation in 1954, and the Fall of Saigon in 1975 and beyond.

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Pho Que Huong Franchise: Pho and More for the Whole Family

April 6, 2009

Pho Que Huong franchise offers Vietnamese pho plus other popular fare including various beef, chicken and shrimp dishes, but consistency may be Pho Que Huong’s challenge.

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Mai Pham – Soul-Searching through Vietnamese Cuisine

April 5, 2009

Mai Pham on Vietnamese Pho: use fresh, high-quality ingredients, preferably bought on the same day they were to be used.

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Global Pho: Pho Franchises Around the World

March 31, 2009

Vietnamese pho franchises going global with “Pho-nomenon.” Witness current top pho franchises such as Pho Hoa, Pho Que Huong, Pho 24, Pho Empire, and Pho & Grill.

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Andrea Nguyen – America’s Vietnamese Kitchen (and Pho) Expert

March 24, 2009

Andrea Nguyen is a source of pho knowledge. She commands an excellent website and blog about pho and other Vietnamese cuisine, with recipes and tips that are easy to follow and enjoy.

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What is Vietnamese Pho: Think You Know? Think Again

February 10, 2009

The other day I was chatting with my Phở buddy Tim and something interesting came up. The subject was pho obviously, but the context was “what is pho?” or more precisely, “what Vietnamese soupy noodle dish can be considered pho?” Here’s one of the most important statements I’ll ever make.

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Pho Hoa Pasteur, Saigon

February 3, 2009

Pho Hoa Pasteur holds a special place in my early teen heart and memory. Not just because of its hearty bowls of pho. No. Not the Pho Hoa Pasteur you’re thinking about. I’m talking about the original place in Saigon.

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