Unforgettable Vietnamese Cooking Class in Hoi An! | Market Tour, Coconut Boats & Amazing Food 🇻🇳🍜

Experience the rich culinary heritage of Hoi An, Vietnam, with our immersive afternoon cooking class at Coconut Fragrance. For 700,000 VND (~$28 | £22 | €26 | AUD$42), delve into local markets, ride traditional basket boats, and master authentic Vietnamese dishes. Highlights: Market Tour: Explore Hoi An's vibrant markets, sampling street food and learning about indigenous produce, including seafood, fruits, and vegetables. • Coconut Boat Ride: Navigate the waterways in traditional basket boats, known as thung chai, historically crafted to evade French colonial taxes. Experience the thrill as Paris gets a high-speed spin! • Fishing Experience: Try your hand at traditional fishing techniques amidst serene surroundings. • Cooking Class: Under expert guidance, prepare and savor Vietnamese classics: ➛ Phở: Learn the art behind Vietnam's national dish, a flavorful noodle soup with a rich history. ➛ Bánh Xèo: Craft crispy rice flour pancakes, a southern Vietnamese favorite. ➛ Spring Rolls: Create both fried and fresh versions, mastering the delicate rice paper wrapping. ➛ Shrimp Salad (Prawn Salad): Discover techniques to caramelize prawns, enhancing their natural sweetness. Seasonal Insights: • Dry Season: February to August, characterized by warm temperatures and minimal rainfall-ideal for outdoor activities. • Wet Season: September to January, with increased rainfall and occasional typhoons. We visited during the wet season; while some days had intermittent heavy rain, Hoi An's charm persisted. Experiencing the town on a sunny day would undoubtedly be spectacular. Pro Tips: • Attire: Wear comfortable clothing suitable for cooking and boat activities. • Dietary Preferences: Inform the school in advance to accommodate any dietary needs. • Booking: Reserve ahead, especially during peak tourist seasons (February to July). ----------------------------------- 📚 Chapters 📚 00:00 Intro 00:20 Trying food at the market 01:41 Local food knowledge 03:14 Coconut boats 06:04 Arriving at the class 06:11 Red snapper and Pho prep 07:27 Spring/ summer rolls 11:11 Eating the rolls 11:59 Shrimp salad 12:48 Trying the salad 13:16 Happy water 13:33 Grilling the fish 14:14 Serving the Pho 14:27 Fire in the pan! 15:55 Final meal 18:13 Final thoughts! 18:38 Let us know your thoughts! ----------------------------------- 📸 For behind-the-scenes moments, follow us on Instagram! Which Vietnamese dish are you excited to try making? Let us know in the comments! 🍲⬇️ ❤️ Stay Connected for More Culinary Journeys: YouTube: Subscribe for weekly travel and cooking adventures! Instagram:   / travelwithbenandparis   TikTok:   / travelwithbenandparis   🌍 Let's explore and cook our way around the world together! #HoiAn #CookingClass #VietnameseCuisine #CoconutBoats #CulinaryTravel #Vietnam