Me enjoying some phở at Marian Days

Me enjoying some phở at Marian Days

This week Marian Days, the catholic vietnamese festival is going on in Carthage. I always look forward to it, mainly because it’s about the only time I get to use chopsticks. Also, Jason Shelfer was able to snag a menu with english translations this year, so that made things a bit easier.

I am a big fan of Phở. Not sure what all is in it… probably best not to ask. Last year I had Phở Gà, this year I went with the chín (beef) version. It was splendid and very herbally, maybe from the fresh cilantro, basil, sprouts and jalapenos. Either way, I’m all about the Phở.

I think some of my friends, such as Grant would like eating at Marian Days. Colby on the other hand, would probably not.

One of the many vendors selling boba.
Here is the stand where I got some Mango Boba… which was splendid. Across the way was a fruit stand selling all kinds of weird things including Jackfruit and my favorite, Lychee.


I am not sure what was going on here, but this event is actually a catholic gathering. It was pretty cool.


After the candle march they had some songs and stuff, maybe a mass or worship service. I will admit I am fairly ignorant on the ways of Catholicism.