Excursion Saigon market visit & grain cooking class tour at Ho Chi Minh

Spend a delightful afternoon discovering the fundamentals of delicious Vietnamese cuisine from preparation to presentation at the GRAIN cooking school, one of Ho Chi Minh City's newest sensations. Founded by local celebrity chef Luke Nguyen, GRAIN promises to offer visitors a unique culinary experience that not only teaches the fundamentals of delicious Vietnamese cuisine but also allows an opportunity to experience the country's history and culture through food.

Transfer from the port to the lively Ben Thanh Market where your guide will help you find and select the exotic vegetables, spices and herbs that will be used in today's cooking lesson.

After exploring the market, drive to the GRAIN cooking studio for your hands-on four-course cooking class. Receive an introduction to Vietnamese kitchenware and learn some of the basic preparation methods. Try a tasting of fish sauce, one of Vietnamese cooking's most essential ingredients.

Next, discover Chef Luke's own nuoc cham (dipping sauce) recipe before moving through appetizer, entrée, main course and dessert. Once you've finished your menu have the chance to savor each dish as you sit down to feast on the fruits of your labor.

Before leaving the cooking studio, receive a full list of all the recipes prepared during your class, as well as a certificate of completion of this unique and informative cooking course.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Ben Thanh Market, GRAIN cooking school

Note

Please note: This tour requires a walking tour and climbing a modest number of steps at the market and 30 steps to the cooking class. Casual, comfortable clothing is recommended for walking and cooking. It is recommended guests bring along sunscreen, sunglasses, hat and flat, comfortable footwear. Bring local currency for any purchases; US dollars and credit cards are accepted in many stores.