Vietnamese Snack Gift Guide for Thanksgiving & Christmas
The holidays are coming, and if you are tired of giving the same candles and gift cards every year, here is an idea: give food people actually get excited about. Vietnamese snacks are bold, savory and a little different, which makes them a fun gift for friends, coworkers and family. And for anyone who grew up with Vietnamese food, a box of their favorite snacks tastes like home.
Here is our gift guide, organized by the kind of person you are shopping for.
For the jerky lover
If someone on your list loves meat snacks, Vietnamese jerky will surprise them. It is sweeter, spicier and more fragrant than typical American jerky, with lemongrass, chili and garlic.
- Khô Bò Cay Ngọt – Sweet & Spicy Beef Jerky: a great first taste of Vietnamese beef jerky, with a gentle kick.
- Khô Gà Rang Bơ – Butter Chicken Jerky: rich and savory, roasted with butter and garlic.
For the snack sampler (the easiest gift)
Not sure what they like? Give a combo so they can try a few flavors.
- Top 3 Best-Sellers Combo: three of our most-ordered snacks in one order.
- Combo: Spicy Pork Rinds + Butter Chicken Jerky: crunchy and chewy, two favorites together.
For the seafood fan
Vietnamese dried seafood snacks are a classic with a cold drink, perfect for the friend who hosts game nights.
- Mực Xé Hấp Nước Dừa – Shredded Squid Jerky: chewy and slightly sweet.
- Khô Ghẹ Sữa – Crispy Dried Baby Crabs: crunchy, savory and very snackable.
- Cá Mai Sốt Lá Chanh – Dried Fish with Lime Leaf: sweet, savory and fragrant.
For the home cook
For someone who loves to cook, Vietnamese pantry staples are a thoughtful gift that keeps on giving.
- Muối Ớt Chua Cay – Chili Salt: for dipping fresh fruit or seasoning grilled meat.
- Mắm Ruốc Dì Cẩn Đà Nẵng: authentic shrimp paste from Da Nang.
- Chà Bông – Pork Floss: a family favorite over rice, porridge or bánh mì.
For the coffee drinker
- Cafe Phố – Instant Vietnamese Coffee: bold, creamy Vietnamese iced coffee in minutes. Pair it with a bag of jerky for a fun "coffee and snacks" gift.
For the sweet tooth
- Pocky Rich Matcha: Japanese matcha biscuit sticks.
- Jiraporn Dried Bananas from Thailand: naturally sweet and chewy.
- Coconut Wafers: light, crispy and great with tea.
For the coworker or office party
Snacks that are easy to share and fun to try:
Gift-giving tips
- Order early. Holiday shipping gets busy. We ship by USPS Priority, usually arriving in 2-5 days, but carriers slow down in December, so give yourself extra time.
- Mix sweet and savory. A jerky plus something sweet makes a balanced gift box.
- Ship it straight to them. Enter your recipient's address at checkout and we will send it directly.
- Not sure what to pick? Call or text us at 678-392-7154 and we will help you put a gift together.
About Bếp Ông Bụi
We are a small family business in Garden Grove, California, making and selling Vietnamese jerky and snacks since 2018. We ship to every state. Thank you for supporting a small business this holiday season!
New to Vietnamese snacks? Start here: 12 Vietnamese Snacks You Need to Try.