Its rainy season in Saigon and it's the humidity that gets to you. My guesthouse (i.e. hotel) is located in the backpacker district of the city. The shops here come in three flavors: travel agencies, replica art, and souvenirs. The most interesting aspect, so far, has to be the dining options.
Although there is a fair share of restaurants lining the street, all of these seem to be overpriced and disingenuous. To get the real deal, you have to head out onto the streets. Here you can find little stands selling Vietnamese food in its finest (if not always most sanitary) form. The portions are relatively small and the plastic seating even more so. Still, meals rarely cost over $1.50, which is tantamount to stealing food. Honestly, being criminal never tasted so sweet.
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