Must-Try Specialties When Visiting Đồ Sơn on April 30th

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Must-Try Specialties When Visiting Đồ Sơn on April 30th

Razor clams, croaker fish, dried squid are among the seafood favorites for many tourists when visiting Đồ Sơn, Hải Phòng.

Must-Try Specialties When Visiting Đồ Sơn on April 30th

Đồ Sơn, located near Hanoi, is always the top choice for families with young children during short holidays. Although there aren't many local dishes concentrated here, Đồ Sơn seafood is always fresh and delicious, making it a practical gift for loved ones after a vacation.

Fresh Seafood

Like other coastal areas, visiting Đồ Sơn offers you the chance to enjoy delicious fresh seafood. Đồ Sơn seafood may not be too large but is firm and flavorful. Especially during the April 30th holiday, razor clams, about the size of two fingers, plump and sweet, are priced from 125,000 VND/kg.

Prices of other seafood at Đồ Sơn market are also reasonable. Simulated squid (small squid the size of a thumb, but very tasty, favored by Đồ Sơn locals) priced at 70,000 - 80,000 VND/kg. Cuttlefish (with fins) priced around 150,000 VND/kg. If you buy whole oysters, prices range from 5,000 to 10,000 VND per oyster, depending on size. Shucked oysters sold at this time also cost only from 150,000 VND.

You can wake up early in the morning, then rent a motorbike or bicycle from the hotel, go to the seafood market or the pier at 353 Cầu Rào Street to buy freshly caught seafood from fishermen and bring it back to the hotel for immediate cooking while still fresh.

Dried Squid

If you want to enjoy delicious dried squid in Đồ Sơn, don't buy big ones. Locals usually buy small dried squids the size of an adult's palm. Thick squid body, grilled to white and richly flavored with the sea.

Temporary Ngọc Hải Market is the seafood market on 353 Cầu Rào Street, where the best and most delicious dried seafood is sold. Dried squid here is priced at around 800,000 VND/kg. The market also sells various types of pure fish sauce, famous among coastal residents, to bring back as gifts for people in Hanoi.

Croaker Fish Congee

Locals of Đồ Sơn often say, if you haven't tasted croaker fish here, you haven't experienced delicious seafood. A croaker fish, about half an arm's length and weighing around 1.5 - 2 kg, is delicious.

The white, sweet flesh of croaker fish can be cooked in many ways. Famous dishes include steamed croaker fish with soy sauce, croaker fish hotpot, congee, sour soup, which are delicious and unique compared to other types of fish. The price of fresh fish ranges from 200,000 to 300,000 VND/kg, depending on the time of year.

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Reference: Travel guide from Mytour

MytourApril 25, 2016

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the must-try seafood specialties in Đồ Sơn?

When visiting Đồ Sơn, must-try seafood specialties include razor clams, croaker fish, and delicious dried squid, which are popular among tourists for their freshness and flavor.

What should I know about dried squid purchases in Đồ Sơn?

When buying dried squid in Đồ Sơn, opt for the smaller varieties, typically the size of an adult's palm, as they are thicker, grilled to perfection, and richly flavored.

How can I enjoy fresh seafood in Đồ Sơn during my visit?

To enjoy fresh seafood in Đồ Sơn, rent a motorbike or bicycle, visit the seafood market at 353 Cầu Rào Street early in the morning, and buy freshly caught seafood directly from fishermen.

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