Vietnam Flavour Cooking Class: From Garden Trails to Coffee Tales
Overview
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4 hours
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Join our cooking class for an authentic taste of Vietnamese cuisine. Use fresh, local ingredients and master traditional techniques with expert chefs. Dive into the culture, cook classic dishes, and savor every bite. Experience the essence of Vietnam in every delicious moment—book now and taste the adventure!
Our menu changes daily, offering plenty of options—even if you're vegetarian, halal, or vegan. Have allergies? No worries, we've got you covered!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with kids under 6
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Your own private station
Enjoy small, intimate class sizes
Market Tour for Morning & Afternoon Classes
All Fees and Taxes
Egg Coffee session
Vietnamese Coffee making guidance
Chef guide 3 main courses
Vegetarian & Halal options upon request
Received a few souvenirs to bring home
Gratuities
What To Expect
1. Warm Welcome: Start with a friendly introduction and a brief overview of the dishes you'll be preparing. Enjoy a refreshing drink as you meet fellow food enthusiasts. 2. Hands-On Cooking: Under the guidance of our expert chefs, you’ll learn how to prepare traditional Vietnamese dishes from scratch. 3. Culinary Techniques: Gain valuable cooking skills as you master essential techniques, including chopping, sautéing, and balancing flavors. We’ll share tips and tricks to help you recreate these dishes at home. 4. Taste and Savor: Once your dishes are ready, it’s time to enjoy your culinary creations. Sit down in a relaxed setting to savor the flavors of your hard work and share a meal with fellow participants. 5. Recipe Takeaway: Leave with detailed recipes and a newfound confidence in Vietnamese cooking. Our chefs will provide you with all the tools and knowledge you need to impress friends and family back home.
Sample Menu
starter
Gỏi Cuốn - Fresh Sping Roll
Filled with shrimp, herbs, and vermicelli noodles, served with a tasty peanut dipping sauce.
main
Canh Chua Cá - Sweet & Sour Fish Soup
Flavourful and tangy soup with fish, pineapple, tomatoes, and bean sprouts, perfectly balancing sweet, sour, and savoury notes.
main
Thịt Kho - Caramelized Pork
Featuring tender pork belly slowly caramelized in a clay pot with rich and savoury flavours.
dessert
Chè Bắp - Corn Sweet Soup
Delight in the preparation and taste of this popular Vietnamese dessert, a creamy and sweet corn soup made with coconut milk.
main
Cá Kho - Caramelized Fish
Typically catfish, with fish sauce, sugar, and spices. This method infuses the fish with rich, sweet, and savory flavors.
main
Canh Khổ Qua - Stuffed Bitter Melon Soup
Mixture of ground pork, mushrooms, and seasonings before being simmered in a clear broth.
main
Bánh Xèo - Sizzling Vietnamese Crepe
Made from rice flour, turmeric, and coconut milk. Filled with shrimp, pork, and bean sprouts, then served with fresh herbs and dipping sauce.
dessert
Chè Đậu Xanh - Green Bean Sweet Soup
Vietnamese sweet dessert soup made from mung beans, sugar, and coconut milk. It's served hot or cold, offering a creamy and mildly sweet treat.
main
Phở Gà - Chicken Pho
Made with chicken, rice noodles, and a flavorful broth infused with ginger, onions, and spices. It's garnished with fresh herbs, lime, and chili.
starter
Gỏi Rau Muống - Morning Glory Salad
Made with morning glory, shrimp, and pork. It's tossed with a tangy dressing of fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar, then topped with peanuts and herbs.
Options
Daily Delights & Market Tour
A Chill Night W/o Market
Duration: 3 hours
Private Night W/o Market
Private Class with Chef
Reviews
45 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience
15darlenek,
Nov 4, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome cooking class where we made some yummy dishes. We were taken to the local markets to buy our food and spices which was interesting. Our chef was amazimg and the cooking class was held outdoors, under cover. Wish we had done this at the start of our trip so we were more familiar with the cuisisne.
Delicious
E5497IEsamuelm,
Nov 4, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00Extremely lovely class, full of flavour and knowledge. Loved learning about. Vietnamese food and the love they have for all ingredients. Would highly recommend.
Vietnam Flavour Cooking Class:From Garden Trails to Coffee Tails
Christine B,
Oct 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00This is a must do experience when in Ho Chi Ming city. The food experience is local, with fresh ingredients and a relaxed cooking class in a beautiful outdoor environment. The food we prepared was delicious. Our chef Thao was outgoing, friendly, yet very professional and extremely knowledgeable. She went out of her way to ensure that we had a fabulous experience - you can see her passion for what she does. Definitely a gem!
Delicious and so fun!!
Freedom10245942989,
Sep 30, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00This cooking class was so fun! My partner and I learnt so much and are feeling so inspired to cook more Vietnamese food. It honestly was such a fantastic afternoon. One tip: make sure you have a bit more time than what is listed on the website! We had to run off before dessert because of a flight booking.
Very authentic and friendly experience, loved this class! 🤩
joellenh708,
Sep 24, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00Chef Thao was amazing, super nice and knowledgeable! I learnt so much and the food was all delicious, she was so kind she even took me to go and get the coffee maker for the egg coffee at the supermarket on her bike! 10/10 would recommend this class 🥰
Come hungry, leave with your senses fully engaged
382joyb,
Sep 16, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00An extraordinary culinary journey awaits in this class. Every flavour and texture is masterfully presented, thanks to Tao’s exceptional expertise—not only does Tao guide participants through herb identification by touch and aroma, but provides insightful explanations of the science behind flavour combinations and precise temperature techniques for crafting truly remarkable dishes. The food market tour is an immersive celebration of culture and diversity, offering a vibrant backdrop for the day’s creations. Prepare to be amazed by how much food is served—portions are impressively generous, so arriving with a hearty appetite is highly recommended. By far, this has been the most memorable and rewarding experience in the city to date.
The absolute highlight of my Saigon trip!
Sarah P,
Aug 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00The highlight of my Ho Chi Minh City trip! 🌟 Kelly and Nhat were amazing - friendly, knowledgeable, and made us feel completely safe and comfortable riding on the back of their motorbikes through the busy streets. With just 5 of us in the group, it felt intimate and personal, like exploring the city with friends. Every food stop was a gem, each dish absolutely delicious. I’d 100% do this again - it’s the best way to experience Saigon! 🍜🥢
Faster, Faster! Yes, Chef!
Trike C,
Jul 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was an amazing experience! We were a group of 10 with children as young as 13. We laughed, joked, and feasted on our creations throughout the afternoon/evening. The great part was that the whole market and cooking experience did not feel rushed, despite the most memorable phrase being "FASTER, FASTER!" Chef Thao was full of fun energy and truly wanted to share her culture through food. Come hungry because the food portions are large! The food we made (Canh Chua Cá, Cá Kho Tộ, and Bánh Xèo) have intricate, authentic flavors, yet the instructions were easy to follow. All 3 turned out great and were surprisingly simple! Definitely one of the most memorable experiences of our Saigon trip. If you love food and cooking, be sure to set aside ample time for this full experience with Chef Thao and Alice.
A Delightful Adventure with Ms. Thao: Cooking, Culture, and Fun!
Jet24827045276,
Jul 8, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00* Punctual and Professional: Ms. Thao arrived exactly on time to pick up my mom and me, making us feel welcomed and excited for our adventure. * Local Market Exploration: She took us to a bustling local market, introducing us to an array of spices, vegetables, fruits, and seafood. Her detailed explanations of each item were fascinating, making us feel like locals. She also recommended local coffee selections and restaurants for us to explore. * Cooking Fun: Ms. Thao had everything ready for us to cook. We made delicious egg coffee, followed by four amazing dishes: Pineapple Braised River Fish, Green Mango Salad, Coconut Pancakes, and Banana Coconut Dessert. Her patient guidance and detailed instructions made it easy for us to follow along. Ms. Thao’s friendly and approachable nature made us feel at ease. Her enthusiasm and dedication to sharing her culture and culinary skills were evident throughout the day. If you’re in Ho Chi Minh City, don’t miss out on Ms. Thao’s cooking class! Her warmth, expertise, and the delicious food she teaches you to make are absolutely worth every moment. It was the highlight of our trip!
I had so much fun doing...
BILLY O,
Jun 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00I had so much fun doing this class, it was so informative and such a good time ! I’ve left beaming ! I would definitely recommend it to everyone who visits !! Can’t say enough good about it.
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