Hanoi Cooking and Culture Class Free Pick Up

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

Beyond just tasting Vietnamese food, learn to master local specialties in a single, unforgettable class.
Opt for this immersive, hands-on cooking experience, held in a charming local villa—perfect for food lovers and families. Your session includes an exploration of a local market and the chance to learn authentic recipes you can take home. Enjoy the hassle-free convenience of complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off, a benefit rarely offered with cooking classes. Tailor the experience to your needs by choosing a morning or afternoon class, and consider upgrading to a private session for maximum personalization. Vegetarian and vegan options are also available upon request.

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.

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

Fresh seasonal fruits served after the meal
Unlimited free mineral water throughout the experience
Hotel pickup and drop-off within Hanoi’s Old Quarter
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
Enjoy 20% Off Other Hands-On Cultural Experiences
Complimentary tasting of our signature homemade fruit wine
Complimentary welcome drink: herbal tea upon arrival
Free luggage storage available upon request
All cooking equipment and utensils are provided for your use
Digital Certificate Available on Request
Digital Guidebook: Must-Try Local Eats & Favorite Hangouts
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...). Thank you very much!

OR
Meeting point

Meeting point: 52 Sơn Tây, Ba Đình, Hanoi. Look for the black building at the crossroads — our landmark. We’ll meet you there to start the Local Market tour.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Start your culinary adventure with a guided visit to a vibrant local market. This experience offers a rare peek into Hanoi's daily rhythm as you select fresh ingredients and immerse yourself in the sights, colors, and scents of how locals truly shop and connect.
Next, we head back to a cozy French villa nestled in a quiet neighborhood. In a lush garden setting, you'll join a hands-on cooking session. Guided by our friendly local host and cultural storyteller, you'll learn to prepare four iconic Vietnamese dishes: bún chả, nem rán, banana flower salad, and traditional egg coffee.

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
Supplied by Dragon Tourist - Vina Cruise

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Tags

Historical Tours
Cooking Classes
Food & Drink
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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