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[Video] The Story of a Saigon Chè Master

Saigoneer has teamed up with Only In Saigon to bring you stories from the city’s streets. Our first episode explores the tale of Son, a District 1 chè vendor who, for 25 years, has maintained this successful business that was started in 1958.

You can find Son's cart at 31 Nguyen Thai Binh, D1 from 6:30pm - 12pm.

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