Kick off your adventure with a guided stroll through one of Hanoi’s bustling local markets, where you’ll pick fresh ingredients, discover vibrant produce, and soak up the lively atmosphere like a true local. Step into Rose Kitchen’s charming garden villa and enjoy a welcome drink as Rose, your storyteller, shares the fascinating stories behind iconic Vietnamese dishes.

Roll up your sleeves for a hands-on cooking class — chop, stir, and season your way through authentic recipes while learning cultural insights and culinary secrets that turn your trip into a true cultural immersion.

End the experience by savoring the dishes you’ve created, sharing laughs and stories, and leaving with memories that are both unforgettable and an invaluable part of your journey through Hanoi.

Sample Menu:

• Salad theo mùa - Seasonal Salad (Banana Flower/Green Mango/ Green Papaya Salad
• Bún Chả - BBQ Pork with Rice Noodle and Dipping Sauce
• Nem - Vietnamese Fried Spring Rolls
• Cà Phê Trứng - Vietnamese Egg Coffee
• The menu is subject to change depending on the season and availability of ingredients

Itinerary:

⏰ Departure

    Ngoc Ha Market:

• Join our expert “best bargainer” for an authentic local experience

• Browse the lively Chợ Ngọc Hà

• Handpick the freshest ingredients

• Learn the art of haggling

• Discover the market’s hidden gems

     Rose Kitchen Cooking Class

• Cook traditional Vietnamese dishes with friends

• Hear the cultural stories behind each recipe

• Savor and enjoy the dishes you’ve created together

⏰Return

• End of experience

Eligibility:

• Children aged 0-4 are free of charge, but they are not allowed to cook
• Child ticket: Age 5-9

Additional Information:

• Class schedules: 9:00-13:30 and 15:00-19:30
• Please note that a 30% surcharge will apply to bookings on the following 2026 holidays: 01/01 (New Year’s Day), 17–20/02 (Lunar New Year), 26/04 (Hung Kings’ Commemoration, with 27/04 substitute if applicable), 30/04–01/05 (Reunification Day & Labor Day), and 02/09 (National Day). Payable onsite.

Prohibitions & Limitations:

• The activity is able to accommodate special dietary requirements (allergies, gluten intolerance, vegetarian diets, or other dietary needs)
• Pets are prohibited