Presentation about Vietnam's foodie: The unique and cheapest seafood market in Vietnam

The unique and cheapest seafood market in Vietnam

"There is a cheap seafood market in Cu Lao Cham, guests just point their hands and ask how much, then say agree, the fresh dish will be service within 5 minutes". Said Ms. Nguyen Thi Lan, a Hue visitor to Cu Lao Cham for the 1st time.

Located around 30 minutes by high speed boat from Cua Dai port, Hoi An. This is the predatory island in the East Sea, the world famous Biosphere Reserve - an integral part of travelers' journey when visiting the ancient town of Hoi An. Cu Lao Cham is attractive not only because of the clear blue sea but also because of the strange things of the inhabitants of the island, such as not using nylon bag, selling seafood with a very cheap price.

The blue sea of Cu Lao Cham.

In Cu Lao Cham island, visitors will immediately see the seafood market. All kinds are fresh & still swim in the big aluminum brass.

A local tour guide said: "Now Cu Lao Cham is not as difficult as it was two years ago. Just have time and a bit money so you can enjoy enough delicious dishes that big cities such as Hanoi, Saigon called specialties". He said that even budget tourist can also enjoy the sea, and the forest for free and eat seafood at a half price as in the mainland and only at 25% price as in the big cities.

After selecting fresh shrimps, squids, snails ... then say agree to the seller, in about 5 minutes your delicious dishes are already on the plate.

Ms. Thu, a bar owner here, said: "The price range from 6 to 10 USD/ kg depending on type. Sea urchins each 1.5 USD".

Talking with us, many travelers say that if you come to Cu Lao Cham island, the most interesting is to sip fresh seafood. The market is right on the beach, from early morning to late evening, with 10 booths can serve meal at any hour.

"In summer, with my wife and children, we always take plane to Danang and go direct to Hoi An, buy tickets to Cu Lao Cham to relax. The interest of the island is its forest, its beach, and its fresh seafood without having to worry about price "- said Nguyen Xuan Anh, a tourist from Hanoi.