HCM: Hands-on Saigon Banh Mi & Egg Coffee Workshop

District 1, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam



Make your own Saigon-style bánh mì with pate, pickles, and creamy egg butter. Then enjoy your freshly made bánh mì with a cup of traditional egg coffee — a perfect combo to start the morning.

Highlights

  • Start your morning like a true Saigon local and discover iconic street flavors
  • Make your own bánh mì using fresh ingredients just like neighborhood vendors
  • Learn to brew Vietnamese phin coffee the slow, traditional way for full flavor
  • Whisk creamy egg foam by hand and enjoy the perfect egg coffee experience
  • Join a small, cozy class where you can feel the real Saigon morning vibes

Description

Your experience begins with a warm welcome and a quick introduction to Saigon’s vibrant breakfast culture. You’ll learn why bánh mì and egg coffee are two iconic morning staples loved by locals. Next, you’ll prepare the key ingredients: freshly made pâté, tangy pickled vegetables, and smooth egg butter. Your host will guide you step-by-step as you assemble your own Saigon-style bánh mì, layering flavors just like a local vendor.

After finishing your bánh mì, you’ll move on to the coffee-making station. Here, you’ll brew freshly ground Vietnamese coffee using a traditional phin filter, watching the slow drip that creates its deep, aromatic flavor. While the coffee drips, you’ll whisk the egg cream by hand and learn the secrets to getting the perfect silky foam. Finally, enjoy your handmade bánh mì paired with your freshly brewed phin coffee topped with creamy egg foam, a warm, authentic taste of Saigon’s morning life.

Includes

  • Welcome drink: refreshing Vietnamese Mojito
  • Hands-on bánh mì making with fresh ingredients (pâté, pickles, egg butter)
  • Traditional Vietnamese phin coffee brewing
  • Whisking and preparing egg foam for egg coffee
  • Step-by-step guidance from a local host
  • Tasting and enjoying your own bánh mì and egg coffee
  • Small class size for personalized attention

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

You will learn how to make traditional bánh mì using fresh ingredients and brew authentic Vietnamese egg coffee with the slow phin method.
The workshop is held in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam.
The duration varies, so check the website for current session lengths and timing details.
Yes, the workshop is designed for all skill levels, including beginners.
Fresh ingredients typical of Saigon street vendors, such as pickled vegetables, meats, herbs, and French-style bread, are used.
Yes, you will brew egg coffee using the traditional Vietnamese phin filter and whisk creamy egg foam by hand.
Yes, after preparing your bánh mì and egg coffee, you can enjoy tasting your creations.
The workshop is conducted in English to accommodate international visitors.
The class is small and cozy, allowing for a personalized hands-on experience.
Morning sessions are recommended to experience Saigon’s vibrant breakfast culture; check the website for current schedule.

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