Authentic Cooking Class in Hanoi with a Vietnamese Grandmother

Step into a welcoming Hanoian home in the heart of the Old Quarter and learn to cook like a local with Hang and her mother, grandmother to three lovely kids. In this hands-on Vietnamese cooking class, you’ll prepare beloved family recipes passed down through generations. Start with a fresh, herb-filled salad, then choose between crispy spring rolls or chả cá lã vọng, Hanoi’s iconic turmeric-marinated fish, grilled and served sizzling with dill, herbs, and rice noodles for a bold, unforgettable flavor.

As you cook, sip on homemade tropical teas infused with ginger, lemongrass, or lychee, and pick up time-honored techniques and stories from Hang’s family kitchen. This intimate 2.5-3 hour cooking class and meal experience offers an authentic, heartwarming window into Hanoian cultural and culinary traditions with warm and fun locals.

Enjoy a 1-hour guided walking tour through a local Hanoian market with Hang and discover and sample Vietnamese fruit, herbs and other regional produce. Watch as locals bargain with vendors at this lively Hanoian market before returning to Hang's home to begin your cooking class.

1. Traveling Spoon

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• If any travelers in your party have any dietary requests or allergies, please advise at time of booking - vegetarian options are available.
• Hong’s street becomes a walking street after 7:00pm every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. On these days there are often musical performances in the street that last from 8:00-10:00pm and can be seen from her window and balcony.
• Please note, this experience is in a real home, not a cooking studio. While there will be some hands-on preparation, each individual will not have their own cooking station. This experience is meant to be a visit into a local home to meet a local person and share culture and cuisine together.