According to international culinary experts, each sandwich is not just a dish but also reflects the culture, history and taste of each region. Therefore, this ranking not only suggests food choices worth trying but also opens up exciting journeys of discovery through world cuisine.
In the list, Vietnamese banh mi stands out as a symbol of street food, clearly showing the cultural intersection. Originating from baguette banh mi brought to Vietnam by the French in the 19th century, this dish has been transformed to suit local tastes and gradually become a familiar part of life.
Today, banh mi is present on every street in Vietnam, from small carts to specialized stores. The appeal of the dish lies in the harmony between the crispy crust, diverse fillings such as meat, spring rolls, pickled vegetables, cucumbers, chili and spices, creating a harmonious overall both in flavor and texture.
Not stopping at the traditional version, bread is also constantly being created with many variations such as chicken bread, grilled meat or vegetarian versions... This flexibility helps the dish be suitable for many diners around the world.
Thanks to its characteristic flavor, reasonable price and convenience, banh mi is not only a familiar dish but also contributes to promoting the image of Vietnamese cuisine internationally.
In addition to Vietnamese bread, CNN's list also includes many other typical representatives such as Pan bagnat - French tuna salad sandwich; Bocadillo de jamón ibérico - Spanish salted pork sandwich; Torta ahogada - Mexican spicy sausage sandwich; Tramezzino - Italian soft sandwich; Shawarma - Middle East grilled meat rolls sandwich; Chivito - Uruguay beef steak sandwich; Montreal bacon sandwich in Canada...
