Top Northern Vietnam Cooking Classes

Unlike a typical cooking class, our Bún Chả experience is fully immersive and personal. You won’t just follow a recipe—you’ll learn the secrets of marinating pork the traditional way, grilling over charcoal for the perfect smoky flavor, and balancing flavors to create an authentic dipping sauce. The class is hosted in a warm, family-style setting, giving you the chance to connect with locals and gain insight into Vietnamese food culture. By the end, you’ll not only enjoy a delicious homemade meal but also take home the confidence to recreate Bún Chả in your own kitchen—an unforgettable souvenir of Vietnam

It’s easy to find delicious food at Vietnam’s streetside stalls and in restaurants, but if you want to learn how to recreate local dishes yourself, you need expert guidance. Enjoy a hands-on Vietnamese cooking class in Hanoi’s Old Quarter with a local chef to teach you tips and tricks. Make dishes such as spring rolls, papaya salad, and egg coffee while getting personalized attention during a small-group experience.

Combine cuisine, culture, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) all in one experience on this half-day cooking class in Hanoi. Learn to cook Vietnamese dishes in a local villa while supporting meaningful CSR programs. Visit a vibrant market, enjoy an eco-friendly setup, and benefit from hotel pickup and drop-off within Hanoi’s Old Quarter. This hands-on class offers cultural stories, fresh ingredients, and a full Vietnamese meal.

Instead of just dining at Vietnamese restaurants in Hanoi, learn how to whip up four of the country's famous dishes at home during this hands-on cooking class. Shop like a local during a visit to a nearby market and see the ingredients that make up the core of Vietnamese cuisine up close. Give back to the community, too—a portion of class proceeds fund charity meals for local hospital patients.

Discover Vietnam’s coffee culture in your cozy Sapa café. Learn the stories and craft iconic brews like phin, egg, coconut, salted coffee, and bạc sỉu in this fun hands-on workshop.

Learn about the unique ingredients used in Vietnamese cuisine and discover the secrets to creating delicious vegan dishes. After exploring the market, head to a local home for an interactive cooking class. Under the expert guidance of experienced home cooks, learn to prepare authentic Vietnamese vegan dishes from scratch. Master traditional techniques, hone your culinary skills, and create a multi-course vegan feast that will impress your friends and family back home. Once your culinary creations are complete, gather around the table to savor the fruits of your labor alongside traditional accompaniments. Enjoy a delicious and satisfying vegan meal while exchanging stories and cultural insights with your fellow travelers. This vegan cooking class is a unique opportunity to experience the vibrant flavors of Hanoi and learn valuable culinary skills.

Immerse yourself in Vietnamese cuisine in this small-group cooking class in Hanoi. Start with a visit to the largest market in the city, where you will get to sample local dishes, purchase fresh ingredients and see a glimpse of the daily life of locals. Learn how to make three authentic Vietnamese dishes, which can you savor afterwards with tea and coffee.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of Vietnam with a hands-on cooking class in Hanoi. Begin your culinary journey with a welcome drink before heading to a bustling local market to select fresh ingredients. Guided by an experienced chef, learn essential Vietnamese phrases and the art of bargaining while buying your produce. Prepare and cook a selection of traditional dishes, such as bun Cha and Nem Rán, Rice Pancake before savoring your creations in a communal dining experience. Each participant receives a cooking certificate to commemorate this delightful and educational adventure.

* More than a cooking class – Experience Vietnamese food the local way: shop, cook, eat, and connect. * A real local market experience – Discover fresh ingredients and everyday food culture beyond the usual tourist attractions. * Culture through food and stories – Learn not only how to cook each dish, but also the traditions, ingredients, and stories behind it. * Join-in or private – Meet fellow travelers in the shared class, or enjoy a private experience designed around your group. *A truly personalized private experience – Adjust the menu, pace, dietary needs, and interests to make the experience more comfortable and meaningful for your group.

This class is unique because it highlights one of Vietnam’s most iconic comfort foods - crispy fried spring rolls. You’ll practice hands on cooking techniques like rolling rice paper, preparing fillings with fresh local ingredients, and frying the rolls until golden and crunchy. Along the way, you’ll gain insight into how Vietnamese people balance flavors and textures in everyday meals. It’s more than just cooking - it’s a cultural exchange in a welcoming, family-style setting. By the end, you’ll enjoy a meal you’ve created yourself and take home a recipe that’s simple, authentic, and delicious to recreate anywhere.

Whether you’re afraid of the kitchen or consider yourself a home chef, you’ll leave this cooking class in Hanoi with new skills and authentic Vietnamese recipes to try out at home. In addition to learning how to pick good ingredients at the market, you’ll also try local drinks with a wine tasting. After the class, you’ll be sent the recipes so you can make them again and again.

Cook in a Hidden Garden Villa - Escape the crowds and prepare your meal in a peaceful, authentic Vietnamese home. Hands-On with Hanoi’s Signature Dishes - Choose your favorite dish, from Phở and Bún Chả to Bánh Xèo, and cook it step by step. Complimentary Local Coffee – Egg coffee, coconut coffee, or brown drip, a signature Hanoi treat served with your class. Cultural Connection Through Food – Learn the stories, traditions, and meaning behind each ingredient and technique. Giving Back Through Cooking – By joining, you support our community initiative offering stable, respectful roles to elder women from small rural towns, whose warmth adds heart to every class. One of Hanoi’s Top-Rated Cooking Classes – Cook authentic Vietnamese dishes in a cozy villa with friendly, hands-on guidance from local chefs.

Set in a hidden garden villa, offering a tranquil & relaxing atmosphere Hands-on cooking class: cook dishes based on your choice Discovering the cultural significance of tea in Vietnamese life. Eco-friendly setup: stainless-steel containers & canvas bags, no plastic. Your booking directly supports meaningful community programs.

Escape the busy city and experience authentic countryside life through a relaxing farm-to-table cooking experience near Hanoi. Cycle through peaceful village roads, visit a local market with local hosts, and harvest seasonal vegetables and herbs directly from the garden before cooking traditional Vietnamese dishes from scratch. Unlike standard cooking classes, this experience focuses on real local daily life, fresh farm ingredients, and a slower countryside atmosphere. Vegetarian travelers are also fully welcome, with flexible menu options available based on dietary preferences and seasonal ingredients.

A cooking class is the easiest way to learn the art of Vietnamese food—as you’ll get instruction, equipment, and transportation provided. Visit a local market to explore Vietnamese daily life and choose fresh vegetables for your dishes followed by a cooking lesson in a villa. Make five several dishes with step-by-step guidance, and then savor your creations with your fellow cooks. A choice of time slots is included.

Unlike simply tasting Phở at a restaurant, this class lets you uncover the secrets behind Vietnam’s national dish. You’ll learn how to build the broth layer by layer using traditional spices, practice cooking techniques handed down through generations, and discover how locals balance flavors for the perfect bowl. The experience is hosted in a warm, family-style setting, giving you authentic insight into Vietnamese food culture. By the end, you’ll not only enjoy your own steaming bowl of Phở but also take home the skills and confidence to recreate this iconic dish wherever you are.

Learn how to make the very freshest egg coffee in Hanoi—and how to replicate it at home with the ingredients available in your country—on this small-group egg coffee–making course. You’ll discover the ingredients, watch a demonstration cup being made, then prepare your own version—including crafting your own edible egg coffee art.

Founded in 2006 the restaurant located in this old French house (more than 100 years old) at 69 MaMay street (1km from Hoan Kiem Lake). Blue Buterfly is the first class organizer in Hanoi. Our cooking class offers a hands-on journey into the heart of traditional Vietnamese cuisine and culture, allowing you to make it at home for your family. Our chef is professional chefs and over 15 years cook in our restaurant. We also have masterclass for professional chefs, and restaurant owners around the world.

Indulge your love of Vietnamese cuisine with this authentic cooking class in Hanoi. After a convenient hotel pickup, select the dishes you’d like to prepare and head to a local market with an experienced instructor. Learn about Vietnamese food while choosing the ingredients for your meal, then get cooking at a nearby villa. Enjoy complimentary beer, wine, and other drinks, and feast on dishes like green papaya salad, phở, and fresh spring rolls.

Delve into Hanoi's vibrant coffee scene with an immersive coffee workshop. Learn about Vietnam's rich coffee history and unique brewing techniques. Discover how to brew authentic Vietnamese coffee from professionals and learn how to discern between a perfectly brewed cup and an ordinary one.

Navigating Hanoi’s busy streets on your own can be challenging, but on this food walking tour, you just need to follow your guide to tasty spots. Although the itinerary may change, possible tastings on include rice noodle soup with beef, snails, steamed pancakes, Vietnamese sandwiches and various kinds of donuts. You’ll also enjoy lunch or dinner at a restaurant, depending on the departure time you choose.

Learn to make two popular styles of coffee in Vietnam during this coffee making class in Hanoi. Learn about the history of and stories about Vietnamese coffee, then try your hand at making egg coffee and coconut coffee, which you can then enjoy with complimentary banh mi or egg roll, all in just an hour.

Rather than commercial tea production, this group workshop offers a more artisan look at specialty lotus tea in Hanoi. Practice traditional brewing methods to get the ideal cup, and learn about the smaller-scale production process from your instructor. Get brewing tips from your guide and pair your tea with traditional Vietnamese snacks to energize you.