Hanoi Cooking Class & Local Market
Cook traditional Vietnamese dishes, explore the local market, and enjoy the dishes you've prepared yourself
Hanoi – Old Quarter or central area
Tour code: None
Cooking class
Local market visit
Local culinary experience
culinary
food-tour
Duration
1 day
Departure
Hanoi
Destination
Hanoi, Vietnam
Guests
1–20 people
Book before
3 days
Overview
Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of a Vietnamese market, pick fresh ingredients with a local chef, and then cook authentic Hanoi dishes in a hands-on, inspiring class.
Have you ever wondered why Vietnamese food is so unforgettable? This culinary journey takes you from the colorful stalls of a local market to a cozy kitchen, where you'll turn simple ingredients into dishes that Hanoi is proud of.
With a local chef, you'll step into a familiar market, learn to identify fresh herbs, choose the right spices, and hear the everyday stories behind each stall. Then, in the intimate cooking class, your hands will roll fresh spring rolls, fry crispy banh xeo, or cook fragrant pho – all under the careful guidance of a chef who knows Vietnamese cuisine deeply.
The class ends with a small feast you made yourself. Sitting back to the table, you'll savor the hot dishes and listen to the chef's cooking secrets, leaving with not just recipes but a lasting memory of Hanoi.
Why choose this tour?
- Hands-on experience from market to kitchen: Not just cooking, you'll also understand the origins of ingredients and local market culture.
- Intimate, accessible class: Suitable for all levels, from those who have never held a knife to passionate home cooks.
- Seasonal, flexible menu: Dishes are adjusted to the freshest ingredients and each guest's taste.
- Preserve Vietnamese flavors: You'll receive detailed recipes to recreate the dishes for your family at home.
- Connect with culture through food: The chef's stories help you understand the people and lifestyle of Hanoi.
Highlights
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Explore the local market with a chef, learn to pick fresh ingredients
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Learn about Vietnamese spices, herbs, and traditional dipping sauces
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Hands-on cooking of 4–5 seasonal Hanoi specialties
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Enjoy the meal you've prepared in a cozy setting
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Receive recipes and cooking tips from a local chef
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Suitable for vegetarians, food allergies, or special dietary requirements
Detailed Itinerary
1
Day 1
From Local Market to Hanoi Cooking Class
08:30
Meet your chef / guide at the meeting point
You'll meet your chef or guide at the cooking class or at a meeting point in Hanoi's central area / Old Quarter. The chef will introduce the itinerary, the planned menu, and tips for the market visit.
You'll meet your chef or guide at the cooking class or at a meeting point in Hanoi's central area / Old Quarter. The chef will introduce the itinerary, the planned menu, and tips for the market visit.
09:00
Visit the local market
Walk with the chef to the nearest local market. Here, you'll learn to identify fresh herbs, choose the right spices, admire the colorful seafood / meat / fruit stalls, and understand the culture of buying, bargaining, and how Hanoi families prepare their daily meals.
Walk with the chef to the nearest local market. Here, you'll learn to identify fresh herbs, choose the right spices, admire the colorful seafood / meat / fruit stalls, and understand the culture of buying, bargaining, and how Hanoi families prepare their daily meals.
10:00
Return to the class, introduce dishes and cooking techniques
After gathering all ingredients, the group returns to the cozy kitchen. The chef introduces the seasonal menu, how to prepare ingredients, and basic Vietnamese cooking techniques such as rolling, frying, making dipping sauces, marinating, and plating.
After gathering all ingredients, the group returns to the cozy kitchen. The chef introduces the seasonal menu, how to prepare ingredients, and basic Vietnamese cooking techniques such as rolling, frying, making dipping sauces, marinating, and plating.
10:30
Hands-on cooking
You'll prepare and cook about 4–5 Hanoi specialties. The menu may vary by season and dietary needs, e.g., shrimp and pork spring rolls, crispy fried spring rolls, banh xeo with shrimp and bean sprouts, sweet and sour papaya salad, pho rolls, or refreshing fruit tea.
You'll prepare and cook about 4–5 Hanoi specialties. The menu may vary by season and dietary needs, e.g., shrimp and pork spring rolls, crispy fried spring rolls, banh xeo with shrimp and bean sprouts, sweet and sour papaya salad, pho rolls, or refreshing fruit tea.
12:00
Enjoy the meal you've cooked
The group sits down to enjoy the dishes just completed. The chef shares more about how to eat properly, how to make the perfect dipping sauce, and simple variations you can recreate at home.
The group sits down to enjoy the dishes just completed. The chef shares more about how to eat properly, how to make the perfect dipping sauce, and simple variations you can recreate at home.
13:00
End of the program
You'll receive the recipes, take souvenir photos with the chef, and end the culinary experience at a convenient meeting point in central Hanoi.
You'll receive the recipes, take souvenir photos with the chef, and end the culinary experience at a convenient meeting point in central Hanoi.
Included / Not Included
Included
- Cooking class with an English-speaking chef / guide
- Local market visit with the chef
- All fresh ingredients for the class
- Meal after the class
- Basic drinks: water, tea, or coffee depending on the program
- Recipes after the class
- Operational support throughout the experience
Not included
- Hotel pickup/drop-off if the class does not include it
- Drinks outside the program
- Personal expenses
- Tips for the chef / guide
- Surcharge for Korean, Chinese, or Japanese-speaking guides
- Surcharge for special menus or premium requests
- Surcharge for holidays, Tet, or peak periods if applicable
Options
Private car pickup/drop-off within Hanoi city
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Private class for family / private group
+55$/person
Vegetarian / vegan menu
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No pork / no seafood menu
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Combine with egg coffee or street food tasting
+9$/person
Korean, Chinese, or Japanese-speaking guide
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Private class for company groups / team building
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Booking Policy
Booking is confirmed after a 30-50% deposit payment (varies by tour). Remaining balance is due 7-14 days before departure. For last-minute bookings (under 7 days), 100% payment is required upon confirmation.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Cancellation policy: 14+ days before departure — 100% refund of deposit. 7-13 days — 50% refund. 3-6 days — 30% refund. Within 72 hours — no refund. Third-party services (flights, trains, hotels) follow the provider's own cancellation policy.
Itinerary Changes
Vibe Vietnam Tour reserves the right to adjust the itinerary when necessary due to weather, safety, or force majeure. Any changes will be communicated in advance, always prioritizing the best experience for our guests. Some attractions may close on holidays or for maintenance — we will substitute with equivalent alternatives.
Weather & Force Majeure
Outdoor tours may be affected by weather. In case of extreme weather (typhoons, floods, prolonged heavy rain), safety is our priority. We may reschedule, reroute, or cancel the tour with a flexible refund policy.
Health & Safety
Guests must inform us in advance of any special health conditions, food allergies, dietary requirements, or physical limitations. For tours involving physical activities (trekking, cycling, water sports), guests are responsible for assessing their own fitness to participate. Vibe Vietnam Tour strongly recommends comprehensive travel insurance.
Children Policy
Children under 5 are usually free or discounted (varies by tour). Ages 6-11 are charged 50-75% of adult price. Ages 12+ are charged as adults. Please confirm the specific child policy for each tour when booking.
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