She suggested that the best way to taste all of what Viet Nam has to offer is to join Artisans of Leisure, a private tour company that offers customized tours specifically for foodies that span Ha Noi to Ho Chi Minh City.

Accordingly, the tours begin with visits to Ha Noi's famed markets, bustling with locals, exotic fruits and meats. Afterwards, visitors will have chance to explore picturesque Ha Long Bay and make their way to Hue and Hoi An.

Finally, she said, they will end their culinary tour in Ho Chi Minh, where a guide will take them to food stalls downtown slinging some of the country's best pho and banh mi (sandwiches).

Rounding on the list of top 6 food tours are Peru, Miami, Caribbean islands, Mexico, and multiple continents such as Slovenia, Montenegro and Macedonia.