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Hanoi Culinary Odyssey: Market to Meal Masterclass
A deeper way to experience Hanoi through its food with local home cooks
5.0
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Group size
Up to 10 guests
DURATION
5 hours
Booking type
Join-in trip
MEET UP
Free pick-up
Group size
Up to 10 guests
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Learn authentic Vietnamese cuisine in a cosy family home + dine with locals
If you're looking for more than just a simple meal at a restaurant, this cooking class is a deeper way to experience Hanoi through its food. You’ll explore a local market, learn how to cook traditional Vietnamese dishes, and end with a rare bonus - a mini Vietnamese coffee tasting.Start your morning in one of Hanoi’s liveliest local markets with a local guide where you’ll learn all about the fresh ingredients and spices that are a must have in every Vietnamese kitchen. After the market, you’ll head to a cosy local home for a relaxed cooking experience. Learn to make four classic Vietnamese dishes, pick up traditional techniques, and hear the stories behind the food and traditions. We love that this Seek Sophie experience is as much about cooking as it is about understanding Vietnamese culture and family traditions.Then, sit down together with your lovely Seek Sophie hosts to enjoy the meal you’ve helped prepare. Bonus: your Seek Sophie host is an expert at coffee, so you'll get to do a mini Vietnamese coffee tasting at the end: salted coffee, egg coffee, and coconut coffee.If you love food, culture, and meaningful local interactions, this is an intimate way to experience Hanoi's culture.What to ExpectImmerse yourself in the bustling Ngoc Ha market, a treasure trove of fresh produce and local delicacies.Engage with friendly local vendors and sample seasonal fruits and aromatic spices.Learn to prepare four iconic Vietnamese dishes using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.Master traditional techniques and proper cooking methods, from knife skills to balancing flavours.Enjoy a delightful meal with your fellow travelers and gracious local hosts.Gain insights into Vietnamese cuisine history and culture through folklore and stories.Indulge in a mini coffee tasting featuring Vietnam’s most beloved brews: salted coffee, egg coffee, and coconut coffee. Pick any of your favourite to enjoy as part of the dessert section.Corporate Social ResponsibilityYour Seek Sophie host believes in giving back to the local community, so with every booking, $1 goes towards providing meals for pediatric patients in central Hanoi hospitals.
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What You’ll be Doing
Market tour, culture exchange, cooking class, and traditional Vietnamese meal sharing.
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What’s Included
Round-trip transfer to/from the Old Quarter Area. For Private option, this is extended to 20km range within the downtown area.
Local wet market tour.
Signature welcome drinks.
Guidance from a professional English-speaking home chef.
A mini coffee tasting featuring Vietnam’s most beloved brews: salted coffee, egg coffee, and coconut coffee.
Hands-on experience learning how to cook four (4) iconic Vietnamese dishes. Up to 5 dishes with customizable menu for Private option.
All ingredients and cooking equipment.
For private options, beverages are free & unlimited.
Free luggage storage space for up to 2 days.
Free showers are available in case you want to freshen up before the class starts. -Availability may vary.
Free & unlimited homemade local wines.
Free digital certificate upon request.
Fresh, top-grade ingredients and never-used oil to ensure hygiene and safe consumption.
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Who you’re supporting
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Next Available Dates
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Select Time for 29 Mar 2026
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Where we'll meet
Start Point
Free pick-up from Hotels within the French Old Quarter Area(French Quarter, Vietnam)
- 09:00am / 03:00pm
- Notes: Complimentary hotel pick-ups and drop-offs are included in the price.
End Point
- End at Start Point(s)
Transport Add-ons
Add-on 1
- Pick-up & Drop-off outside of the Old Quarter Area(Price: 412.000đ for up to 10 guests)
Start & Ends
Daily
09:00AM - 01:00PM
09:30AM - 01:30PM
10:00AM - 02:00PM
10:30AM - 02:30PM
02:00PM - 06:00PM
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Suitability / Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible
- Pet-Friendly
- Vegetarian food available
- Child Friendly (Recommended Age: 2+)
Cancellation & other policies
- CancellationCancel 3 days before activity for a full refund
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1.190.680đ
/person5.0(33)
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Meet your host
Charmy is a thoughtful and engaging host who introduces travelers to Hanoi through hands-on experiences rooted in daily life. Whether guiding a crafted workshop, a cooking class or a neighborhood walk, she creates a warm environment where guests feel comfortable learning and participating. She shares stories about food, craft, and tradition in a way that is natural and inviting, helping guests understand the meaning behind each technique or practice.
Known for her calm presence and genuine hospitality, Charmy connects travelers with the people behind the experiences—local artisans, home cooks, and community storytellers. With her, you won’t just observe Hanoi’s culture; you’ll take part in it, one conversation and one shared moment at a time.
Experience: 11 years
Speaks: Fluent English
Acceptance rate: 100%
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