Experience Cooking Classes in Hanoi with Withlocals

"It is a great cooking experience with a walk trough local farm fields. I strongly recommend. "

"Our day with Manh was much more than we could have hoped for. For starters we were given a unique glimpse of a rural ex-urban community. We met a few market vendors who mostly cater to the wholesale food market for Ha Noi street food and markets. Then we wandered through the fields of vegetable gardening with as much variety as we could not have known or understood. Then it was all capped off with a great meal, to which we were full participants. Lots of hugs when we parted. "

"This trip is great if you want to step outside of Hanoi and experience the culture and food of a more rural Vietnam. The farms and market were very interesting to see, Manh was kind, and an amazing chef!"

"It was a very nice tour, very relaxed, no stress. We got a good idea how people live in Vietnam and were very glad to be invited in her house, where we had lunch. Thanks again. "

"We spent a beautiful afternoon wandering the peaceful farms and then helping prepare and cook food in Mandy’s lovely home. The food was delicious. This was a great activity with kids aged 4 & 12 "

"We loved getting away from the big city and having a private tour with Manh who was very calm, friendly and taught us a lot. It was amazing to be welcomed into her home and learn to cook some traditional Vietnamese dishes. Would definitely do if you’re in Hanoi, and bring any gardening questions you might have! "

"Getting to the village commune was longer than I expected on a motorbike, but Manh was patient. We toured the market and she taught me about how the market and village functions, including how land is parceled in sao to people who live in the village. After touring the land, we visited Manh's home where we cooked together from a menu which I was able to choose from, and she shared her cooking experience from hospitality, and her knowledge of how vegetable export functions in the villiage. Manh was very patient despite the very hot weather on the day. She was a lovely guide and I enjoyed every part of my tour with her."

"Anyone who visits Hanoi should do this trip. You are in proper Vietnam with locals in their village, away from the noise of the city. Manh is a lovely woman who will show you around the market and farm and then take you into her home to teach you how to cook. We had a wonderful experience and met her children who helped on the day. I cannot recommend high enough. "

"Mandy is a smart, friendly and openhearted woman. She can tell you everything you’d like to know about Vietnam and she’s a very good and experienced cook. She’s so patient with and interested in her guests! We really had a wonderful time with her and the menu tasted delicious. Thank you very much Manh/Mandy! "

"My mom and I had a great time visiting Manh and her family in the countryside of Hanoi. It was very interesting to see her farm and all of the different vegetable and fruit produce, and to learn about the wholesale market. Manh cooked the best meal for us that we had during our entire time in Vietnam. Every part of the meal was local and from her gardens or a local farm. Thanks so much to Manh for her hospitality!"