Cooking Class with Local Family and Hands-on Experience in Hue

Join a full Vietnamese cooking experience in Hue where you’ll prepare 5 signature dishes and 1 herbal royal tea — all from scratch. This hands-on class is available in both vegetarian and non-vegetarian versions. Under the guidance of a friendly local chef, you’ll cook dishes like Bun Bo Hue (or its vegetarian version), Banh Xeo, Fresh Spring Rolls, and traditional steamed cakes like Banh Bot Loc. You’ll also make a seasonal fruit plate and learn to brew Hue's famous royal herbal tea — a fragrant, soothing drink rooted in imperial traditions.

MENU – Traditional Hue Flavors
Non-Vegetarian:
– Bun Bo Hue (spicy beef noodle soup with fresh herbs)
– Banh Bot Loc (chewy tapioca dumplings with shrimp & pork, steamed in banana leaves)
– Fresh Spring Rolls with pork and shrimp
– Crispy Banh Xeo (Vietnamese pancakes with shrimp & pork, served with herbs and dipping sauce)
– Seasonal fresh fruit
– Hue royal herbal tea
All ingredients are prepped for you to cook interactively. The chef will guide you step by step, sharing cultural stories, family recipes, and tips passed down through generations. You’ll also learn how each dish represents the spirit and balance of central Vietnamese cuisine.