When people first start going to pho restaurants, one of the most oftenly heard blunders is the pronunciation of the word pho. Many people pronounce this like “foe,” as in “friend or foe.” This is incorrect. The proper pronunciation sounds like “fuh”, leading to many amusing situations when combined with other words.
Wikipedia corroborates this and [...]

Common garnishes for pho include fresh sliced lime, bean sprouts, cilantro and holy basil, all served raw.  Sometimes you will also get green onions, white onions,  ngò gai (culantro, or long coriander), Thai basil, fresh Thai chili peppers, and even lemon wedges, depending on the place.
When preparing pho at home, don’t hesitate to try new and interesting toppings. I find fresh crushed [...]

Welcome to Pho Seattle. This site was created in the summer of 2009 by a group of Pho lovers in Seattle. We hope to share our favorite tips and restaurants with you. Bon appetit!