HOI AN FLAVORS - A CULINARY ADVENTURE

Hoi An

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“Cooking is love making visible”. Anonymous

Get ready for a sensory journey through Hoi An’s vibrant cuisine! This half-day cooking class will immerse you in the sights, smells, and tastes of Vietnamese cooking, all within a few hours.

TOUR INFOMATION

Duration: Half day

Avg. Age: 10+

Trip style: Group or Private

Group size: 01 (min)

Starting point: Hai Cafe (98 Nguyen Thai Hoc, Hoi An)

Ending point: Down town

From USD35/ person

ITINERARY

Stop 1. Pick up

We start the day (8.15am) with a welcome drink at Hai Scout Café (98 Nguyen Thai Hoc Street, Hoi An Ancient Town,– our meeting point.

Visit Hoi An’s colourful main market, and experience its amazing sights, sounds and aromas. We will have the opportunity to interact with the local sellers, to see and taste the wonderful variety of foods on display.

We board the boat for a leisurely cruise (25 minutes) along the Hoi An River to the Cooking School. This is a chance to view local river life, so make sure your camera is handy.

On arrival, we explore the cooking school’s herb and vegetable garden, before learning about some of Hoi An’s and Vietnam’s best-known dishes.

The cooking lesson runs for about 2 hours – each dish is first demonstrated by the chef, before we prepare the same dish ourselves.

Included in the class is a brief introduction to Vietnamese food carving (plate decoration).

After the lesson, we sit down and eat exactly what we have cooked.

Cooking Menu

Recipes (our food contains no MSG):

*Vegetarians (and other dietary requirements) are provided with replacement ingredients.

1. Making fresh Rice paper
2. Fresh Rice Paper Rolls of Shrimp
3. Crispy Hoi An Pancakes with Shrimp, Herbs & a Peanut Sauce
4. Seafood Salad with Tra Que Herbs
5. Mi Quang Chicken Noodles
6. Food Decoration – Tomato Rose & Vietnamese Cucumber Hand Fan

* Lunch includes the above dishes as well as:
BBQ Lemongrass Beef (not included in the demonstration)

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INCLUSIONS

Meals:

1 lunch

Transport:

Boat from Hoian town to the cooking school

Accommodation:

Activities:

Boat trip
Market visit
Herbs garden visit
Cooking class with experienced instructor

NOTES

Morning class: 8am – 12:30pm, Lunch at the end
Vegetarian or Vegan choice is available
Children: Children (from 7 years old )will be charged the adult price. Under 7 years old: 15 USD for set menu lunch (NO cooking involvement for safety reason)
Private class for group of 1 to 3 people is provided upon request

Tour Highlights

Market Visit

Before diving into the kitchen, immerse yourself in the vibrant heart of Hoian culinary scene at a local market. This bustling marketplace is a sensory overload, where the sights, sounds, and smells of fresh produce, exotic spices, and local delicacies come alive. Discover the secrets of Vietnamese ingredients as you wander through the market with our expert guide.

Hoi An crispy pancake (Banh Xeo)

Hailing from the charming city of Hoi An, Banh Xeo is a Vietnamese culinary gem. This savory pancake is a crispy masterpiece, filled with a delectable combination of ingredients like rice flour, turmeric, shrimp, pork, bean sprouts, and spring onions. Served with a side of rice paper, fresh herbs, and a tangy dipping sauce, Banh Xeo offers a unique and unforgettable dining experience.

My Quang – Quang styled Noodles

My Quang is a beloved Vietnamese noodle soup known for its distinct broth, fresh ingredients, and vibrant flavors. Hailing from the central region of Vietnam, this dish features a savory broth made from pork bones and shrimp, often infused with turmeric for a golden hue. The noodles are typically made from rice flour, and the soup is typically served with a variety of toppings, including grilled pork, shrimp, herbs, and a unique crunchy rice crackers.