A Culinary Adventure with a Cooking Class in Hanoi – Half-Day
Overview
A unique opportunity to explore Vietnamese cuisine from the inside, with all its aromas and distinctive flavors, orchestrated through the skillful use of aromatic herbs and specific cooking methods that yield subtle tastes found nowhere else. The Chef will share his "secrets," providing you with an exceptional culinary adventure from which you'll bring back some Vietnamese culinary expertise. You can then share this newfound knowledge with your friends by preparing a dish you've experienced in this cooking class, unveiling another facet of Vietnamese culture.
- Prepare and savor dishes together.
- Initiation to Vietnamese gastronomy through participation in an engaging cooking class, exploring traditional recipes.
- Discover ingredients, aromatic herbs, and typical cooking methods.
- An experience to intimately share the lifestyle of the residents of Hanoi's Old Quarter.
Itinerary
Hanoi – Cooking Workshop with a Hanoian Chef, Visit to the Local Market
Embark on a culinary adventure with a half-day cooking class in Hanoi, where you'll not only refine your cooking skills but also explore the vibrant local market. Guided by a skilled Hanoian Chef, you'll immerse yourself in the rich flavors and diverse ingredients that define Vietnamese cuisine.
Hanoi is renowned not only for its lakes, shaded avenues, green public parks, and "tube houses" but also for its gastronomy and culinary diversity. Vietnamese cuisine distinguishes itself through a delicate balance of aromatic herbs, fresh meats, and selective use of spices, creating a subtle and captivating taste experience. The meticulous combination of fresh ingredients contributes to Vietnamese cuisine being considered one of the healthiest in the world.
In this half-day cooking class at a charming local restaurant, you'll have the opportunity to discover, appreciate, and carefully select the ingredients that constitute the finesse and subtlety of Vietnamese dishes. You can choose between morning and afternoon sessions:
- Morning: 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM
- Afternoon: 3:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Program Highlights:
- Accompany the Chef to the local market, where you'll explore various local spices, medicinal herbs, and vegetables. The Chef will explain the selection criteria, allowing you to touch, smell, and taste while engaging in friendly interactions with local vendors.
- Select fresh products and spices while sharing the Chef's secrets for successful cooking.
- Choose one of the following menus for preparation:
- Menu 1: Vietnamese Gastronomy
- Beef Noodle Soup (Phở)
- Grilled Pork with Fresh Noodles
- Fried Spring Rolls (Nem)
- Banana Flower Salad with Chicken
- Menu 2: Hanoi Gastronomy
- Rice Dumplings (Bánh Cuốn)
- Fried Fish with 5 Spices (Chả cá Lã Vọng)
- Papaya Salad
- Chicken Noodle Soup
- Menu 1: Vietnamese Gastronomy
The cooking session concludes around 12:30 PM, followed by the ultimate pleasure: tasting the dish you've prepared. Cherish shared laughter in a moment of pure conviviality.
This activity provides an opportunity to discover the refinement of Vietnamese gastronomy, offering an introduction to Vietnamese cuisine with a well-known local chef in Hanoi. The city boasts a diverse and plentiful list of places offering cooking classes.
Prices and Accommodation
How to book?
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"Pricing is for up to 6 adults. For larger groups, please request a customized offer in your 'special requests'
Included
Meet at the restaurant to commence the activities
Cooking Workshop: Preparation and Shared Tasting
- Public group classes are conducted in English. Classes in French or other languages are available only when privatized or with an additional fee.
- All our public group classes are available in English. We offer classes in English only when they are privatized.
Meals as specified in the program: 1L = 1 Lunch / 1D = 1 Dinner
Administrative Fees
Excluded
- Travelers' personal insurance
- Bank fees
- Beverages, phone expenses, personal expenditures, and anything not explicitly mentioned in the "What's Included" section
- Tips
Useful Information
- This trip is ideal for a group of 10 participants.
- At the end of the tasting, everyone can take notes to keep the recipes if they wish.
- Aprons are provided by the workshop.
- If you have children, it is advisable to participate in a private group for your family. The cooking workshop will be filled with surprises and fun for the kids.
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