Small-group Cooking Class - Market Visit in Hanoi - free Pickup

After getting picked up, we will transfer to a local market to buy the fresh ingredients for the cooking experience and learn the basics of Vietnamese shopping culture.

With the ingredients ready, let's learn how to cook the 4 most iconic Vietnamese recipes that almost everybody would like to try in Hanoi. Our host/ instructor will guide you through the cooking process while sharing Vietnamese cultural stories. Please specify if you have any special requests/ dietary restrictions so that we can adjust an appropriate menu.

The cooking is organized in a nice local villa with a beautiful garden and lots of green trees and flowers. Let's enjoy relaxing and chill moment!

As a Cultural Hub, we will do cooking and having meals together like an authentic Vietnamese family does. Vietnamese cooking is simple! Don't worry if you are at beginner level, it is not a professional cooking school but our kitchen will be where your passion for cooking is nurtured!

Our maximum number of participants for group cooking experience is 10. If you would like a private class for less or more than 10, please contact us for advice on the pricing and itinerary.

Sample Menu

• Nộm Hoa Chuối - Banana Flower Salad - A special appetizer from fresh Banana flowers, vegetables, and herbs.
• Bun Cha/ Obama Noodles - BBQ Pork with Dipping Sauce - Sweet and sour dipping sauce with flavorsome marinated pork, Chef Anthony Bourdain and the Former President of USA - Mr. Barack Obama enjoyed them!
• Nem Rán - Fried Spring Rolls - Nem and Bun Cha will be the best combination with crispy rolls and a full flavor of fresh ingredients dipped in sweet and sour sauce.

• Ca Phe Trung - Egg Coffee (or Chocolate) - Egg yolks, condensed milk, honey, altogether in a creamy custard floating on Vietnamese black coffee/ chocolate (or another dessert for vegan)

• Pickup and drop-off from hotel (in Old Quarter)
• Lunch/Dinner
• Seasonal fruits after meal
• Local guide/ experienced English-speaking cooking instructor
• Tour escort/host
• Alcoholic Beverages - Free & unlimited Vietnamese wine tasting
• Free & unlimited local wine tasting, herbal tea, mineral water and free 1 beer/1 soft drink
• Luggage storage

• Excess luggage charges (where applicable)

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants must sit on laps
• Infant meals not included
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• Stroller accessible
• Near public transportation
• Please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
• Face masks required for travelers in public areas
• Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
• Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.