Hue Cooking Class: Market Tour, Cyclo Ride & Authentic Hue Cuisine

Overview Tour

Discover why Hue is considered Vietnam’s culinary capital with this authentic Hue Cooking Class designed for food lovers and culture seekers.

Your journey begins with a traditional cyclo ride through the streets of Hue to the famous Dong Ba Market, where you’ll experience the vibrant local atmosphere and learn how Hue people select fresh ingredients for everyday cooking. Accompanied by your local guide, you’ll discover unique herbs, spices, vegetables, and traditional ingredients that make Hue cuisine so distinctive.

After the market visit, return to Madam Thu Restaurant and unwind with a refreshing welcome drink and a relaxing herbal foot bath made from locally sourced herbs.

The highlight of the experience is a hands-on Hue Cooking Class, where you’ll prepare three signature dishes:

• Bun Bo Hue (Hue Beef Noodle Soup)
• Banh Nam (Hue Steamed Rice Dumplings)
• Fried Spring Rolls

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced home cook, our friendly local chef will guide you step by step, sharing authentic cooking techniques and stories behind each dish.

After cooking, enjoy the delicious meal you’ve created, receive a cooking certificate, and take home detailed recipes so you can recreate the flavors of Hue wherever you are.

Ride a Traditional Cyclo Through Hue
Start your journey with a relaxing cyclo ride through Hue’s charming streets and experience the city’s peaceful local atmosphere.

Explore Dong Ba Market Like a Local
Visit Hue’s most famous market to discover fresh ingredients, aromatic herbs, and traditional spices used in authentic Hue cuisine.

Join an Authentic Hue Cooking Class
Learn step by step from local chefs as you prepare three signature Hue dishes: Bun Bo Hue, Bánh Nậm, and Fried Spring Rolls.

Relax with a Traditional Herbal Foot Bath
Unwind before cooking with a soothing herbal foot bath made from locally sourced medicinal herbs, a unique Hue wellness tradition.

Take Home the Flavors of Hue
Enjoy the delicious meal you’ve prepared, receive a cooking certificate, and bring home authentic recipes to recreate Hue cuisine anywhere in the world.

Itinerary

Morning Class (8:30 AM - 1:00 PM)

Hotel Pick-up by Cyclo
Begin your experience with a traditional cyclo ride from your hotel in Hue City Center.

Explore Dong Ba Market
Visit Hue’s largest local market, discover fresh ingredients, and learn about the herbs and spices that define Hue cuisine.

Welcome at Madam Thu Restaurant
Enjoy a refreshing welcome drink and relax with a traditional herbal foot bath before cooking.

Hands-on Hue Cooking Class
Learn to prepare three authentic Hue specialties: Bun Bo Hue, Bánh Nậm, and Fried Spring Rolls with guidance from our local chef.

Enjoy Your Homemade Meal
Savor the dishes you’ve prepared, receive a cooking certificate, and take home the recipes.

End of Experience (1:00 PM)

Afternoon Class (2:30 PM - 7:00 PM)

Hotel Pick-up by Cyclo
Meet your guide and enjoy a leisurely cyclo ride through the streets of Hue.

Explore Dong Ba Market
Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Dong Ba Market while selecting fresh local ingredients.

Welcome at Madam Thu Restaurant
Relax with a welcome drink and a soothing herbal foot bath before your cooking session begins.

Hands-on Hue Cooking Class
Cook three signature Hue dishes using traditional recipes and techniques shared by our experienced local chef.

Enjoy Your Homemade Dinner
Sit down to enjoy the delicious meal you’ve created, receive your cooking certificate, and take home the recipes.

End of Experience (7:00 PM)