Hanoi Cooking Class in Secret Villa with Cultural Insights

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(723 reviews)
Hanoi, Vietnam

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4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Cook in two 250 m² garden villas — lush greenery, serene courtyards, and a private setting create the perfect backdrop for an immersive culinary experience.

Experience Vietnam’s living culture — hear the stories behind each ingredient, learn local traditions, and feel the daily rhythms that shaped Hanoi’s cuisine for generations.

Learn from trained Cultural Storytellers — guided by hosts trained under the former Head Chef & Training Director of Sofitel Metropole for authentic, culturally rooted instruction.

Enjoy 5-star tools and facilities — premium equipment ensures a smooth, elevated cooking experience focused on creating real Vietnamese flavors.

A meaningful community experience — by joining, you support our initiative offering stable, respectful roles to elder women from small rural towns whose warmth adds heart to every class.

Immerse yourself in the soul of Vietnamese cuisine — discover the sights, stories, and flavors that make Hanoi unforgettable.

Example Menu

Starter

Vietnamese Salad: Banana Flower/ Papaya/Green Mango

Pick one of these refreshing local salads for your class, each offering crisp textures and tangy flavors. Vegan and vegetarian options are available.

Main

Choose One: Bun Cha /Pho/Cha Ca La Vong (with veggie versions)

Choose one iconic Hanoi dish for your class: Bun Cha/Pho/Cha Ca La Vong. Authentic flavors, rich cultural stories, vegan options available.

Main

Choose One: Fried Spring Rolls/ Summer Rolls/Banh Xeo (with veggie versions)

Choose 1 classic dish for your class – Fried Spring Rolls, Summer Rolls, or Banh Xeo – and experience the flavors and stories behind each bite.

Dessert

Vietnamese signature coffee: Egg/Salt/Brown/Coconut Coffee

Experience Hanoi’s iconic coffee culture with a complimentary cup. Each sip a taste of local tradition to enjoy alongside your cooking journey.

What's Included

Unlimited free mineral water throughout the experience.
Fresh seasonal fruits served after the meal
Free luggage storage during the class
Comfortable, air-conditioned cooking and dining space
Full Vietnamese lunch or dinner (depending on your session)
Complimentary Luggage Storage (Up to 3 Days)
Friendly tour escort and on-site host for your comfort
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Complimentary tasting of our signature homemade fruit wine
Complimentary welcome drink: herbal tea upon arrival
Free round-trip transportation from the Hanoi Old and French Quarter
A local market journey to gather fresh ingredients and discover the rich culture behind them.
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All cooking equipment and utensils are provided for your use
Digital Certificate Available on Request
An experienced English-speaking local guide & cultural storyteller
Other personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please provide your hotel name and address so we can arrange the most convenient meeting point for you. Also, kindly share your contact number with country code and your preferred communication channel (WhatsApp/ iMessage/ Kakaotalk/Line/Zalo/ Viber...).

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Meeting point

Please come to 48 Son Tay, Ba Dinh. It’s at an intersection leading to the entrance of Ngoc Ha Market, where our market tour will begin. Look for the black building—that’s your landmark.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Begin your journey with a guided walk through Hanoi’s vibrant market, alive with colors, herbs, and the rhythms of daily life. See how locals choose ingredients and why these markets remain the heart of the community.

Continue to our tranquil garden villa, where cultural storytellers welcome you into the soul of Vietnamese cuisine. Beyond cooking, they share family memories, traditions, and rituals passed down through generations. From fragrant broths to harmonized herbs, each step reflects centuries of culinary heritage.

As you chop, stir, and season, you’ll turn fresh ingredients into authentic dishes filled with both flavor and history. Stories shared along the way connect every bite to Hanoi’s living culture.

As part of giving back, we welcome elder women from small rural towns into stable, respectful roles in our kitchen. Their warmth and life experience bring a depth you can feel in every class.

Finally, enjoy the feast you’ve created, surrounded by laughter, warmth, and shared stories. It’s more than a meal, it’s a journey into Vietnam’s culture, one taste at a time.

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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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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