Vietnamese Cooking Class and Wet Market Tour: Taste and Learn About Traditional Dishes
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274 Ratings
District 1
Immerse yourself in Vietnamese culture with a cooking class and wet market tour. Learn traditional dishes and explore the vibrant flavors of Vietnam.
Duration: 4 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
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Đ. Nguyễn Thị Minh Khai** - 4-Course Chef-Led Cooking Class & Traditional Wet Market Tour:
COOKING CLASS: Each guest is provided a private cook station and all the necessary ingredients to perfect a meticulously assembled menu of classic Vietnamese dishes. Led by our local head chef, the class introduces guests to flavors, spices, and cooking techniques that span Vietnam’s broad culinary heritage.
WET MARKET TOUR: Our guided tour of Saigon’s most iconic market, Cho Ben Thanh, offers insight into how we procure meats and vegetables on a daily basis. Each visitors is given the opportunity to experience first hand the vibrant bustling wet markets that continue to be a part of Vietnamese people’s daily lives.

Come journey with us through the culinary traditions of Vietnam!

What's Included
  • Elegant Vietnamese Cookbook with over 25 recipes
  • Transportation included for the Wet Market Tour
  • Personal cooking stations
  • Vegetarian options available
  • Dinner is included
  • Gratuities included, no extra tipping required
  • Free welcome cocktail
Meal Options
  • Goi Ga - Traditional Poached Chicken & Viet Coriander Salad
    Served with Sweet and Tangy Anchovy Vinaigrette
  • Bo Bia - Jicama & Sweet Sausage Hand-Rolls
    Served with a Light Peanut-Hoisin Sauce
  • Ca Kho To - Braised Clay Pot Fish & Pork Belly Caramel Reduction
  • Che Dau Xanh Banh Lot - Vietnamese Style Sweet Parfait
    with Cendol & Coconut Cream Drizzle
  • Goi Cuon - Prawn and Pork Belly Spring Rolls
    Served with Light Peanut Hoisin Sauce
  • Banh Xeo - Vietnamese Sizzling Crepe
    Stuffed with Prawn & Tender Pork Belly
  • Pho Ga - Traditional Viet Noodle Soup
    with Poached Free Range Chicken
  • Creme Caramel - Topped with Vietnamese Style Espresso & Crushed Ice
Additional Information

Ignite your culinary passion with an immersive 4-course cooking class and wet market expedition. Our homegrown chefs have thoughtfully designed a daily menu featuring traditional Vietnamese dishes that highlight the distinctive tastes and cultural legacy of Vietnam. Each class includes a visit to Cho Ben Thanh, a renowned wet market in Vietnam. During the tour, you’ll gain insight into choosing the best ingredients and incorporating uncommon meats and local produce into authentic Vietnamese cooking. This interactive learning experience will undoubtedly revolutionize your understanding of Vietnamese food.

Location
Ben Thanh Market
The wet market tour will begin promptly from Cua Tay (West Gate, Gate 5) of Ben Thanh Market. Our guide will be awaiting your arrival. Transportation will be provided to our kitchen where chefs will guide you through a traditional Vietnamese four course meal. No returns to original departure point
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Paul
Jun 11, 2024
Wonderful Experience! - We had an amazing experience with Dung as our chef. The tour through the Ben Tanh Market was enlightening. She stopped at booths to explain the many herbs and spices, then took us to the cooking class by taxi. We made fresh rolls, Vietnamese pancakes (which are nothing like North American pancakes), and a pork dish. Just such an informative and interesting session. Dung was happy to share her personal story and how her mother would cook meals when she was a child. The food we made was delicious and we were so full when we left. Highly recommend this activity!
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Uweku7533ts
Jun 10, 2024
Learning to cook vietnamese - Nguyen An did an exceptional job teaching me how to cook 3 Vietnamese dishes. At the end we got to eat what we cooked. Just delicious. That was a really relaxed and enjoyable experience. Thanks a lot Nguyen. I can only recommend this to anyone.
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Daphnesu796is
Jun 2, 2024
Cook class to discover Vietnam - Really interesting and tasty class. After a tour of the dry and wet market where we learned many things, we cooked 3 amazing dishes. Our chef spoke really good English and was very nice. A great way to discover Vietnamese culture!
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Fr_d_ricbk9815fy
Jun 2, 2024
Taste pleasures - Visiting the market is very pleasant with a few stops to allow you to discover local products. Cooking classes take place in a cozy atmosphere. The flavors of the dishes are extraordinary.
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Carolchiaojuw
Jun 1, 2024
Best Cooking Class Experience Ever - If you are looking for something fun to do, definitely can’t miss out this one!!! My friend and I made the booking just the night before. Upon meeting up with An, she spread super great energy. She was really patient to guide us through the market and so knowledgeable to answer all our questions. She even helped us to get local only price for the stuff we wanted to buy. We felt like chatting with a genuine friend for the entire tour. During the class, we made fresh spring row, fire beef shank salad and chicken pho. The process was simple to follow and super fun. And of course, everything tasted so good. But the pho soup, seriously, best one I’ve ever tried! Definitely recommend!
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Spongeanjr
May 30, 2024
Best thing to do in HCM - Anh was amazing! She was knowledgeable and super friendly. And the food she taught us how to cook tasted great. I personally think that the food we cooked tasted even better than any of the restaurants we’ve been to on our whole trip. The kitchen we had our class was cozy and we all had our own work stations with stove and all. Instructions were easy to follow. Do yourself a favor and book this now! I can assure you that you won’t regret it!
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E9775me_
May 28, 2024
Awesome experience - The chef is friendly and helpful. Food ingredients are fresh and the cooking environment is clean and kept tidy. Highly recommend for people who wants to try cooking authentic vietnamese dishes.
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Vronique_f
May 26, 2024
Just do it !!! - We spent a cheerful and very interesting time, learned to cook some recipes, the kitchen is clean, everything is well organised, we love highly recommend it ! THANK to all the Team
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Naomibuk
May 26, 2024
Fantastic experience with amazing food - We have a team meeting in Ho Chi Minh & this afternoon we met Ann at the market for a short tour & then went to the cooking school. We made 3 dishes which were all easy to follow & prepare. Ann guided us well & also made it very fun for us. The food was amazing & we had the best time! Thank you Ann
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Ruth_m
May 17, 2024
Highly recommend enjoyable cooking class - Beautiful food and wonderful chef teacher. Lovely experience and well worth the cost. We learnt valuable Vietnamese cooking skills
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