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3 hours 15 minutes
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Our Apron Up Cooking Class has been gaining popularity through years in giving people an intensive and interesting lessons. People who come to us can be experts who want to open Vietnamese restaurant back home or a person who never cook before but want to be able to eat delicious Viet food when they have to come back after vacation.
Our school locates right in the centre of the old quarter so very easy to access and hence, after the market tour in the biggest market in Hanoi which is right near the old quarter, you can also know where to buy what in the rest of your trip here.
Within only 3 - 4 hours, you get to learn about the ingredients ( spices and Vietnamese produces), get your hands on cooking a whole meal of the most popular and authentic 5 dishes in Hanoi (or its vegetarian version for vegetarian attendants, enjoying your fruits of labour and try Vietnamese rice wine together with your classmates, receiving a cook booklet and certificate!
Wheelchair accessible
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Explore local market and shopping with our guide, cook 5 Vietnamese dishes, eat your own fruits of labour together with Vietnamese rice vodka. Get a cook book and certificate. Menu: Pho bo (beef noodle soup), Bun cha (Hanoi BBQ pork noodle), Nem ran (fried spring roll), papaya salad, egg coffee/ chocolate. Vegetarians/ non-red meat eaters will learn vegetarian version.
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Pho bo
Famous Hanoi beef noodle soup
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Bun Cha
Hanoi BBQ pork noodle
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Papaya Salad
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Nem ran
Fried spring roll
dessert
Egg Coffee
Famous Hanoi egg coffee
Rice vodka
English speaking chef
Coffee and/or Tea
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
5 popular Vietnamese dishes: Pork rib noodle soup, Banh xeo, fresh roll, chicken salad, egg coffee/ banana ice cream
5,179 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
vittorianas2024,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Excellent experience, I really enjoyed Haley’s work, she is the best!!!
I5753TCjakeb,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Had an awesome time making the 5 meals with authentic guidance, Lynn was super engaging and made sure everyone could contribute and have fun.
V7553ESpaulk,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Lynn was great! Loved the cooking class.
Ryanhiga,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
The best cooking class I've ever atteneded. The 3 hours just flown by easily with Hailey's instruction, great fresh food and atmosphere
Nehha D,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
Delicious food and the process was very organized. Emmy was so nice and kept everything running smoothly. Must do in Hoian!
brookemcinnes,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Vy was wonderful for our cooking class and market visit today! She explained the local ingredients and history of Hanoi, spent time answering questions and was such a wonderful cook guiding us including our 2 kids on how to make beautiful Vietnamese food. A highlight of our Hanoi holiday!


TheBrownIrish,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Vy was a FANTASTIC head chef, kept us movindg, learning and the food delicious
Jeff F,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
A really fun cooking class helped us appreciate the rich flavors in everyday Vietnamese food. The kitchen was perfectly or
Excursion30724573443,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Very unique and delicious experience. Thank you Hai Ley fir all your tips and culinary traditions!
katherinecV5155PH,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Haley did an amazing job! So sweet and fun. An amazing part of our trip. Also a great way to beat the heat in the middle of the day.




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