4.9 (381) · Ho Chi Minh City · By The Provincial Table Cooking Class Free cancellation
Ignite your culinary passion with a fully interactive 3-course cooking class and a vibrant wet market tour.
Our local chefs have carefully crafted a daily menu featuring classic Vietnamese dishes that highlight Vietnam's unique flavors and cultural heritage.
As part of each session, you will explore Ben Thanh Market, one of Vietnam's most iconic markets. Here, you'll discover how to choose the best ingredients and learn how exotic meats and produce are integrated into traditional Vietnamese cooking.
Engage in this hands-on experience that promises to broaden your understanding of Vietnamese cuisine.
✓ An elegant Vietnamese cookbook featuring over 25 recipes!✓ Transportation from the Wet Market Tour.✓ Vegetarian options are available upon request.✓ Enjoy a communal sit-down meal of all your culinary creations during the course.✓ Gratuity is included.✓ A complimentary cocktail.1 Ben Thanh Market
Duration: 45 minutes
Location: Ben Thanh Market
Our guided tour of Saigon's most famous market, Ben Thanh, offers insights into our daily procurement of meats and vegetables. Every visitor has the chance to experience firsthand the lively, bustling wet markets that remain an integral part of daily life for Vietnamese people.
· 45 min
2 3-Course Chef-Led Cooking Class & Traditional Wet Market Tour
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
COOKING CLASS: Each participant receives a personal cooking station and all the necessary ingredients to master a carefully designed menu of classic Vietnamese dishes. Guided by our head chef, the class introduces guests to the diverse flavors, spices, and cooking techniques that represent Vietnam's rich culinary heritage.
Join us on a journey through Vietnam's culinary traditions!
· 2 h 30 min
Mobile or paper ticket accepted. One per booking.
The wet market tour commences at Cua Tay (West Gate, Gate 5) of Ben Thanh Market, where your guide will be waiting.
Transportation will be provided to our kitchen for the cooking session, where chefs will guide you through a traditional four-course meal.
Please note that return transportation to the original departure point is not provided.
Please be aware that the culinary experience concludes at our kitchen and dining facilities located at 131/3 Nguyễn Thị Minh Khai.
This location is different from the initial meeting point at Ben Thanh Market.
Infants and small children can be accommodated in a pram or stroller. Service animals are permitted. Public transportation options are conveniently located nearby. This activity is suitable for all levels of physical fitness. Cooking Class & Market Tour Duration: 4 hours Wear comfortable shoes as you'll be walking through the market. Bring your appetite – you'll be enjoying the fruits of your labor! Ask your chef questions about Vietnamese culinary traditions. Be open to trying new ingredients and flavors. The market can be crowded; stay close to your guide. This is a great opportunity to learn about local ingredients and their uses. For a full refund, please ensure cancellation at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 194462P1
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WizardTrip Help Center Food enthusiasts Travelers interested in Vietnamese culture Couples Solo travelers Hands-on 3-course Vietnamese cooking class Guided tour of the iconic Ben Thanh Market Learn to select fresh ingredients Master traditional Vietnamese cooking techniques Enjoy your culinary creations for a sit-down meal Receive a complimentary cookbook
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What is the duration of the cooking class and market tour? + The total duration of the activity is 4 hours.
Where does the tour start and end? + The tour starts at Ben Thanh Market (West Gate, Gate 5) and concludes at the cooking class location (131/3 Nguyễn Thị Minh Khai). There is no return transportation to the starting point.
Are vegetarian options available? + Yes, vegetarian options are available upon request.
What should I bring to the class? + You don't need to bring anything specific, as all ingredients and equipment will be provided. Just bring your enthusiasm!
Can I get a refund if I cancel? + You can receive a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews provided by Viator, written by travellers on Viator and Tripadvisor.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
The amazing food tour
allisonsN4741AQ, October 2026
Lucy gave us the best tour of the markets and then onto the cooking class. Lucy and her team were amazing. The cooking class was so much fun and tasted fabulous. Lucy’s friendly funny personality really made the tour for us. I would totally recommend this tour.
★★★★★ Viator review
Make your own dinner!
Paul_B, September 2026
Great way to experience Vietnamese cooking. Lucy the chef skilfully guided us to make some Vietnamese delights which we then consumed.
★★★★★ Viator review
Excellence hands on cooking experience
Jacqueline_M, May 2026
Meeting at the Markets was a great start. Shown the best fruit seller, tea and coffee seller (and told about the different types for sale), spices stall (introduced to the spices in pho) and then the wet market and vegetables sellers. A short transfer to the cooking school where we made Banh Xeo, spring rolls and Pho. Amazing, highly recommend, would do class again. Teachers very good. Loved the experience
★★★★★ Viator review
Great for teenagers as well
Effa, April 2026
Went with my 14 year old. We enjoyed it so much. You learn the different herbs, how they’re cooked. The market trip was ok. Tried a few things and saw the wet market.
★★★★★ Viator review
Fun Time
Steven_T, March 2026
Fun time. Learned some, ate well, and got a cookbook to take home. The tour of the wet market was interesting as well.
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