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Nestled in a serene French villa, this hidden gem is more than a cooking class — it’s a cultural immersion where food, stories, and connection come together.
Here, guests don’t just follow recipes; they step into the rhythm of authentic Vietnamese home cooking — hands-on, soulful, and deeply rooted in tradition.
Led by passionate local hosts, you’ll craft beloved dishes like banana blossom salad, fragrant phở, and fresh spring rolls, finishing with a creamy coconut coffee enjoyed in a tranquil garden kitchen. Along the way, you’ll discover personal stories, local customs, and generations-old cooking secrets.
The experience feels less like a class and more like cooking with family — warm, inviting, and full of laughter. It’s not just about learning to cook; it’s about tasting the spirit of Vietnam, one dish at a time.
Example Menu
Starter
Nộm Hoa Chuối/Banana Flower Salad
Main
Bún Chả/ Obama Noodles - BBQ with rice noodle and Dipping Sauce
Main
Nem/ Vietnamese Fried Spring-rolls
Taste the best couple of Hanoian cuisine, Nem and Bún Chả.
Dessert
Cafe Trứng/ Egg Coffee (or Chocolate)
(or another dessert with coconut cream and bean/corn for vegan)
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Important Notes for Pick-up: We offer free pick-up and drop-off in the Old Quarter of Hanoi. So please always specify your hotel address in your booking information. If your hotel is not located in this area, the meeting point will be Ngoc Ha market – No. 52 Son Tay Street (https://goo.gl/maps/qTxWbftxdhUYVH6p7) Or somewhere in the Old Quarter that is in the route of our pick-up bus/ car. Please always provide us your email, phone number (with country code), and message app that you use (WhatsApp/ KakaoTalk/ LINE/ Viber/ WeChat/ iMessage), it will be easier for us to contact you for the pick-up/ meet-up.
After the market visit, you can use our free shuttle bus to go to the kitchen. If you have any plans to visit the Old Quarter after your cooking experience, please feel free to let us know
What to expect
Your first stop is a buzzing local market, where cheerful vendors call out over piles of fresh herbs, rice noodles, and tropical fruits. It's more than just shopping; it’s your first taste of Vietnamese daily life, rich with stories waiting to be told.
Next, you’re whisked away down a quiet road to a hidden gem, a charming French-era villa nestled in a lush garden. Bougainvillea blooms tumble over old walls, and the gentle aroma of lemongrass invites you into the kitchen, where magic is about to happen.
Aprons on, woks sizzling, you dive into the heart of Vietnamese cooking. From banana blossom salad and comforting phở to crisp spring rolls and velvety coconut coffee, every dish is a new memory made. As you cook and eat together, the villa becomes more than a kitchen. It becomes a home filled with shared smiles, stories, and cultural discovery.
This isn’t just a cooking class. It’s a heartfelt journey into Vietnam’s soul, warm, flavorful, and unforgettable.
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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