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Discover Hue’s flavors at Madam Thu. Visit Dong Ba Market, cook Beef Noodle Soup, Dumpling Cake, and Spring Rolls with a chef, then enjoy your meal and take home authentic recipes.

Highlights

• Ride a cyclo across the Perfume River to Dong Ba Market
• Shop for fresh ingredients with your local guide
• Relax with a traditional herbal foot bath before cooking
• Receive a certificate and recipes to take home
• Enjoy your dishes in a warm and friendly setting

Description

Delve into the heart of Hue’s culinary culture with an immersive cooking class at Madam Thu Restaurant. Your experience begins with a charming cyclo ride, crossing the Perfume River and offering a glimpse of daily life in Hue. Arrive at the bustling Dong Ba Market, where your local guide will introduce you to the region’s freshest ingredients and unique flavors as you shop for everything you’ll need to cook. Back at the restaurant, you’ll be welcomed with a refreshing drink and treated to a traditional herbal foot bath—an authentic touch that sets the tone for relaxation and cultural connection. Then, step into the kitchen for a hands-on lesson in preparing three of Hue’s most beloved dishes: the aromatic Bún Bò Huế (Hue Beef Noodle Soup), delicate Bánh Nậm (Steamed Dumpling Cake), and crispy Nem Rán (Fried Spring Rolls). Throughout the class, your chef will share stories and techniques passed down through generations, offering insights into Hue’s rich culinary traditions and local heritage. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a kitchen beginner, you’ll find the experience engaging, educational, and full of flavor. After the cooking session, gather around the table to enjoy your creations in a warm, friendly atmosphere. As a memento of your day, you’ll receive a certificate of achievement and a set of recipes, so you can bring a taste of Hue home with you. This experience is perfect for food lovers, culture seekers, and anyone looking to connect with the spirit of Hue through its food, people, and traditions.

Includes

Hotel pick-up in Hue City center by cyclo Lunch/Dinner at the restaurant. English - speaking local guide. Hands-on cooking class with chef (3 dishes) Welcome drink and herbal foot bath with medicinal herbs.

Important Information

• Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended for market visit. Not wheelchair accessible due to local market visit and cyclo ride. Suitable for families; children must be accompanied by an adult.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund