The local food in Mai Chau is a mix of Vietnamese and Thai dishes. Some of the most popular dishes include: - Banh cuon: A type of Vietnamese noodle dish made from rice flour and water. The dough is steamed into thin sheets, which are then filled with a variety of ingredients, such as pork, shrimp, and bean sprouts. - Ga nuong: Grilled chicken. - Tom yum goong: A Thai dish made from shrimp, tomatoes, lemongrass, galangal, lime juice, and chilies. - Papaya salad: A Thai dish made from shredded unripened papaya, tomatoes, lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, and chilies.