The Finest So Village Glass Noodles: A Global Sensation.
The Art of Glass Noodle Making in Tan Hoa Commune, Hanoi The residents of Tan Hoa Commune, in Hanoi’s Quoc Oai District, have honed their glass noodle-making tradition over generations, with the craft being passed down from one generation to the next. The exact origins of this tradition may be unclear, but the village elders believe that the name “So Village’s Glass Noodles” is derived from So, known for its historic communal house, one of the most renowned in the area. Reviving an Ancient Tradition The art of making glass noodles in So Village has been practiced for decades. Photo: Phuong Nga/The Hanoi Times Nestled approximately 20 kilometers from the heart of Hanoi, So Village is enveloped by four mountains: Long (Dragon), Ly (Unicorn), Quy (Turtle), and Phuong (Phoenix). This picturesque setting is enhanced by lush green trees, and nature has blessed the village with a source of clear, sweet water. This pristine water is a key contributor to the remarkable whitene...