1. Where is Banh Tom best in Viet Nam?
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2. What can diners do while thy await the arrival of the hot fried shrimp pastry?
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3. When should the dish be eaten?
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4. What is it eaten together with?
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5. Do you think that the shrimps which have just been netted in nearby West Lake make it th best ingredient?
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1. Banh Tom is best enjoyed at Nha Hang Ho Tay (Ho Tay Restaurant) on the banks of Truc Bach Lake near West Lake in Ha Noi.
2. While waiting for the hot fried shrimp pastry, diners can admire the scenic view of West Lake and the tree‑lined Thanh Nien Road.
3. The dish should be eaten immediately when it arrives at the table so it stays hot and crispy.
4. It is eaten together with slices of spicy vegetables and dipping sauce made from sweet and sour fish sauce.
5. Yes. The fresh shrimps netted from nearby West Lake make the pastry more tasty and memorable.