Small-group Cooking Class with Market visiting (3 hours)
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover the delicacies of Vietnamese cuisine during this half day cooking class. You will have the opportunity to learn a selection of favorite dishes, an ability to recognize the basic ingredients, the blending of these many ingredients and spices to create the famous "nuoc mam" (fish sauce) as well as cooking of the multitude of different rice. Apart from the preparation and cooking under our Chef guidance, you will be introduced to the traditional Vietnamese kitchen with cooking utensils still closely linked to the Vietnamese way of life in the past, you will learn a touch of oriental science with the Yin-Yang balance to respect, some of the history of Vietnamese Cuisine from its roots in the Hue Citadel Imperial Cuisine to the effects of various influences from both the West and other Eastern Cultures. Finally you will understand the intricacies of the Vietnamese dining Etiquette and the technique to master the chopsticks!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Dress code is smart casual
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
You will have the opportunity to learn a selection of favorite dishes, an ability to recognize the basic ingredients, the blending of these many ingredients and spices to create the famous "nước mắm" (fish sauce), as well as techniques for cooking different kinds of rice. Apart from the preparation and cooking under our Chef’s guidance, you will be introduced to the traditional Vietnamese kitchen with cooking utensils still closely linked to the Vietnamese way of life in the past. Also, you will learn a touch of oriental science with the Yin-Yang balance to respect, some of the history of Vietnamese Cuisine from its roots in the Hue Citadel Imperial Cuisine, and on to the effects of various influences from both the West and other Eastern Cultures. Finally, you will understand the intricacies of Vietnamese dining etiquette and the technique to master chopsticks!
Sample Menu
starter
Spring rolls
Served with rice noodles and vegetable , dipped in fish-sauce
main
Morning glory salad with pork and shrimp
main
Caramel pork in clay-pot
dessert
Amazing dessert will be offered by Chef
What‘s Included
Market visiting
Hotel pickup 1 way (only in district 1) by Cyclo (Trishaw)
Cooking class fee
Bottled water
Tour escort/host
Lunch
Drinks
Tips
Hotel drop-off
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Small-group Cooking Class with Market visiting (4-5 hours)
Private Transfer option
Transfer back to hotel : after class by private car
Pickup included
Reviews
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The cyclo ride...
Angela B,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The cyclo ride sightseeing before the cooking part was great fun. Remember to bring a hat! Our guide Camellia was amazing and so accommodating. Her English was excellent. Our chef Dung was very knowledgeable and a great teacher. The cooking experience was so much fun and easy to follow. Very highly recommend.
Amazing experience
R3734PZaarons,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were glad to choose this activity! It was fun and well planned, and our guide Camellia is amazing. Money well spent, and definitely a must try if you are bored of cafe hopping and shopping.
Camellia is first class
ronkin2018,Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I was fortunate to have been the only customer, which made me feel like a true VIP! Camellia delivered an exceptional experience—she was patient, knowledgeable, and thorough in answering all of my questions. Her deep understanding of Saigon’s history and culture made the tour both educational and engaging. I truly appreciated her professionalism, flexibility, and friendly demeanor. For anyone seeking a first-class tour experience in Saigon, I highly recommend Camellia.
Excellent
662jaimes,Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our experience was wonderful. Daniel the leader of tour was excellent. My wife and me enjoyed the experience of cooking Vietnamese food. All was amazing
A wonderful morning with a fabulous host!
973tanyao,Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a wonderful experience, our host Camellia was amazing! She was so knowledgeable, friendly and helpful, she made us feel so comfortable and overall we had a fabulous morning!
Culture, History & Food – The Perfect Ho Chi Minh City Experience
Voyage52766850881,Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Camellia was the perfect guide for our Saigon experience! From start to finish, she was nothing short of spectacular - knowledgeable, warm, and engaging. Our tour included a visit to the famous Central Post Office, where she shared fascinating insights into the city’s history and heritage. She then took us through the local market, introducing us to the incredible world of Vietnamese ingredients and flavours, before guiding us on an unforgettable cooking tour. Her knowledge of the culture, food, and traditions made the entire experience both fun and insightful. She was so helpful throughout the day, making everything easy and enjoyable. We had such an incredible time and can’t thank her enough. This is an absolute must-book tour when visiting Saigon!
Just amazing
215r beccac,Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful time with our guide, My. She was kind and friendly, making us feel comfortable right away. My shared a lot of interesting information about Ho Chi Minh City's history and its connection to France. The cooking class was great, and we really liked Chef Qi. This is something you should definitely try when visiting Ho Chi Minh City!
Excellent
mpeyr,Apr 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An excellent time shared with family to finish and on a very good meal. Our chef accompanied us well in French throughout the cooking course.
Cooking Vietnamese food
L2371FYdavids,Apr 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Joey was an amazing guide, very informative and friendly, highly recommend. The chef Quy, was a fantastic teacher, very patient and knowledgeable. Had a great time at the cooking class.
A great cooking class
215darreno,Feb 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time on this halfday cooking tour. Our guide, Joey, was lovely and very informative taking us to a couple of sites which we hadn't expected to visit. We got to ride on bike rickshaws which was fun and then learnt some really useful cooking tips in our class.
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