5 Traditional Dishes Hanoi Cooking Class with Market Trip
Overview
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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!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
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.
Sample Menu
main
Pho bo
Famous Hanoi beef noodle soup
main
Bun Cha
Hanoi BBQ pork noodle
starter
Papaya Salad
main
Nem ran
Fried spring roll
dessert
Egg Coffee
Famous Hanoi egg coffee
What‘s Included
Rice vodka
English speaking chef
Coffee and/or Tea
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Options
Group class premium
5 popular Vietnamese dishes: Pork rib noodle soup, Banh xeo, fresh roll, chicken salad, egg coffee/ banana ice cream
5 Traditional Dishes Hanoi Cooking Class with Market Trip
Reviews
4,979 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful Experience!
m o,,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an excellent cooking class! Our instructor was Bella, a well-spoken, easy to understand young woman. We first went to a few vendors near the school (I wouldn’t really consider this a market visit). Bella explained the cuts of meat she purchased, showed us the variety of herbs and vegetables she bought and talked about the two different types of noodles she got. We then climbed three floors (I’m not sure if there is a different place if someone has mobility issues) to a workshop prepared for the class of six. Everything was clean and in good condition. Sanitary practices were followed. We started with pho in order to give the broth as much time as possible to simmer. We grilled onions, shallots, and fresh ginger with skin on. Then we grilled beef bones until the marrow bubbled. These were added to the pot along with spices we toasted. The ingredients were covered with water and set aside to simmer. Every step and ingredient was explained by Bella. We made the mixture for the meatballs for Bun Cha and set aside to marinade. Next we prepped the vegetables for the green papaya salad. Spring rolls were next, learning to roll and fry. We then grilled the meatballs. Finally, one pair made the egg coffee. I felt like we made a feast! And most importantly, I feel confident that I could make each thing again at home, with a few changes. It was all delicious and so well organized that I would recommend this class to anyone interested in Vietnamese cooking.
Great experience!
abbiebulled,,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience! We went and picked out fresh food from the market before to use for the dishes! Our instructor Bella was super lovely and helpful and all the food we made was delicious!! Definitely recommend this experience to anyone!
Amazing cooking experience
lottiep331,,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a lovely cooking experience with Bella where we cooked 4 dishes plus egg coffee. The food was amazing and we were taken to the market to pick up the fresh ingredients which really added to the experience. We all helped cook each meal and ate together at the end which was a nice way to end with a sense of community⭐️
Fun and engaging
erinhE6367TV,,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lovely experience. You get to visit the market and pick some of the food you'll be cooking. The 5 items you make are lovely and create a good spread of food. Bella was great, explaining everything and asking questions to encourage us. There's not too much pressure but you get to do a little bit of everything. You get a cook book and certificate at the end which is a lovely addition.
Delicious!
juliusp927,,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The class was so interesting and fun to see how the dishes were made
5 star experience
meredithM5558BF,,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a great time and learned a lot! Lynn was knowledgeable and made our experience so enjoyable. Would highly recommend.
Great time!!!
jonrW6015TD,,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a fantastic experience. They were extremely accommodating of vegetarian diets. Highly recommend!
Awesome experience!!
Dena S,,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It’s an amazing experience. If you like food and Vietnamese culture u must do this while you’re in Hanoi. Lynn was fabulous!
AMAZING food class!
marytY9553GW,,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My favorite thing I did while I was in Hanoi! We made pho, bun cha, spring rolls, papaya salad, and egg coffee. Lynn was phenomenal at coordinating the class. Such a fun time and a must do if you are in Hanoi!
Amazing experience !!
jennifermH6596SZ,,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was such an amazing experience ! We got to explore the local market and learn about the ingredients before cooking the delicious food. We went as a 2 person group but we joined other groups too. It was amazing to learn about the process of cooking these dishes then getting to make it ourselves. Everything was delicious. I would highly recommend but make sure you don’t eat beforehand as we made a lot of delicious food. Our guide was so kind and helpful too.
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