Hanoi Cooking Class: Culture, Tales, Local Market, Free Pick-Up
Overview
Available languages
4 hours 30 minutes
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- Complimentary round-trip transfers within Hanoi’s Old Quarter and French Quarter for your comfort and convenience.
- Two charming garden villas side by side, each with 250m² per floor, offering an exclusive and spacious setting.
- Beyond cooking: immerse yourself in cultural stories, connect with locals, and experience Vietnamese traditions firsthand.
- Expertly trained cultural storytellers: our storytellers are professionally trained by the former Head Chef & Training Director of Sofitel Metropole, ensuring authentic cultural sharing and 5-star culinary standards.
- 5-star standard facilities & equipment: every utensil, tool, and setup is carefully maintained to deliver a premium cooking experience.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Infant meals not included
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Beginning your experience with a guided visit to a vibrant local market, where you'll pick out fresh ingredients while immersing in the colors, scents, and daily rhythm of Hanoi life. It’s a rare peek into how locals shop, cook, and connect. Back at our cozy French villa tucked away in a quiet neighborhood, you’ll join a hands-on cooking session in a lush garden setting. Under the guidance of our friendly local host and cultural storyteller, you’ll learn to prepare four iconic Vietnamese dishes, including bún chả, nem rán, banana flower salad, and traditional egg coffee. This isn’t a professional school, it’s a cultural hub. A warm, family-style kitchen where guests from around the world cook, share stories, and enjoy a homemade meal together like true locals. Whether you're a foodie, a curious traveler, or simply someone seeking something more soulful, this experience offers an authentic taste of Vietnam with full hearts and full plates.
Sample 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.
Options
Private Cooking Class
Customizable tour: Start/finish time and menu can be customized upon request
Private : The private option caters to those seeking an exclusive and personalized culinary experience.
Duration: 5 hours
Free & Unlimited: Free & Unlimited local wine, mineral water, and herbal welcome drink. Free 1 Beers or 1 soft drink per person
Pickup included
Vegan/ Vegetarian options
Vegan/ Vegetarian options: We provide vegans/ vegetarians with a unique chance to savor Vietnamese cuisine, thoughtfully crafted to suit their dietary
Duration: 4 hours
Sample Menu: Banana Flower Salad, Obama Noodles - BBQ (Mushrooms/tofu), Vietnamese Fried Spring-rolls, Egg/ Coconut Coffee
Pickup included
Join-in Experience
Join-in Class
Pickup included
Reviews
5,087 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Super fun and learned a lot!
997emern,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great cooking class! Maxie was super helpful and friendly and we learned a lot about vietnamese cuisine and culture. They also sent us the recipes afterwards to make the food at home which was so nice! Also their signature tea and bun cha dipping sauce was amazing !!
Vietnamese cooking class with laughter and great memories
Glen M,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great cooking class and learnt a lot when visiting the market to get the ingredients for the class. Aroma our chef was so helpful and friendly. She made the day so much fun. Due to the rain there were 13 of us but everyone was made to feel welcome and Aroma made sure no one missed out. Excellent facilities, very clean and welcoming. We learnt so much and can easily do ourselves back home. One of the most enjoyable cooking classes I've been to and highly recommend Aroma and Rosie's Kitchen.
Delicious food, memories for life 💕
tolua365,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an excellent time with Rose’s Kitchen’s cooking class! Aroma was a great instructor and answered all our questions about local Vietnamese cuisine. The food was delicious, definitely come hungry!
Großartige Urlaubsreise und bester Kochkurs.
Y83VImichaelp,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thx, Aroma, you are a super master cooking coach. We enjoyed this evening. Good explanations and information about Vietnames culture. 🙏🙏🙏🙏
Great fun
nickbQ6904DG,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Aroma was the best. Had so much fun. I wish I went when I first arrived in Vietnam to understand how to eat food and egg coffee properly.
Very fun way of learning...
Cole H,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very fun way of learning to make local cuisine! They even send you the recipes after to simplify making it at home.
Excellent few hours with...
Liz T,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent few hours with Aroma spent learning about Vietnamese quisine. Her knowledge and presentation manner made it an informative and fun time.
Awesome experience
J3402HMleeb,
Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our host Alex is excellent, took us to the local market & bought the ingredients, for our dishes He made it fun and interesting, each one of us( party of6) got a chance to contribute to the process of preparing the dishes Result! Mango salad, Bun Cha, bbq meat patties & pork, spring rolls. Was all delicious!
A good choice to experience.
V5602TLjul,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We have greatest host Aroma with us . It was a wonderful class , fresh picked up food in the morning at the local market. And learned cooked and enjoyed most authentically Vietnamese food ! Wonderful time spend in Hanoi
Amazing group class! Alex...
Mirabella P,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing group class! Alex was a perfect guide and the food was delicious!! I can't wait to make everything again once I'm home!
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