In this episode of Luke Nguyen’s Vietnam, Luke explores the food and culture of Hue, home to the ruling Emperors of the 17th century in central Vietnam.

In Episode 2 of Luke Nguyen’s Vietnam, Luke travels to rural Vinh to explore the vibrant market lifestyle and prepare regional dishes for the local people.

Luke’s journey continues to the mysterious and serene Ninh Binh, and cooking snails, pork neck and goat in some of the most beautiful scenery Vietnam has to offer.

Luke reaches the bustling city of Hanoi to discover its old charm, strong French influence and a very vibrant street-food scene.

Luke ventures to greater Hanoi and learns how to make rice paper and pork terrine. He roasts a duck roadside and demonstrates a Vietnamese favourite, Pho Bo.

Luke leaves the hustle and bustle of Hanoi behind for the mystical mountains of Sapa to cook in the clouds.

Continuing in Sapa, Luke ventures beyond the main town and visits the local villages where he delves into some rich local traditions.

Heading further north to Bac Ha, Luke visits the busy weekend tourist markets and explores the local surrounds, learning to make his own rice wine.

Aboard a large Vietnamese junk boat, Luke floats through the serene beauties of one of the world’s natural wonders, Ha Long Bay.