Hotel in Hue
Group Tour
6 Hours
English
If you are looking for the most authentic way to explore Hue’s cuisine, the From Market to Table Experience is a must-try. More than a simple cooking lesson, this tour combines market exploration, cultural immersion, and a hands-on Cooking Class in Hue that will stay with you long after your journey ends.
Hue is famous not only for its royal monuments but also for its unique cuisine, considered the soul of Central Vietnam. What makes Hue food special is its balance of flavors, refined cooking techniques, and the use of fresh, local ingredients. With this experience, you don’t just eat Hue’s specialties—you learn how to make them, starting from the very first step: choosing ingredients at the market.
Your journey begins with a cyclo ride through the city to Dong Ba Market, Hue’s largest and most vibrant marketplace. Guided by local experts, you’ll explore colorful stalls, interact with vendors, and buy the freshest herbs and vegetables for your class. Next, return to Madam Thu Restaurant, where a warm welcome drink and a relaxing herbal foot bath await. Then, it’s time for your Cooking Class in Hue, where you’ll prepare three signature dishes:
After cooking, you will enjoy the fruits of your labor with a delicious meal, receive a certificate of completion, and take home printed recipes to recreate Hue flavors back in your kitchen.
This experience is not only a top-rated Cooking Class in Hue, but also a cultural journey that allows you to feel, taste, and live like a local.

Hue Cooking Class Tour: From Farm to Table
Pick-Up at Hotel: Your guide will pick you up at your hotel in Hue city center. Enjoy a leisurely cyclo ride through the bustling streets to reach Dong Ba Market.
Dong Ba Market Exploration: Step into Hue’s largest and most authentic market. Here, you’ll discover rows of stalls filled with fresh vegetables, herbs, spices, and meats. With your bamboo basket in hand, you’ll buy the necessary ingredients for your dishes while learning about their role in Hue’s cuisine. This interactive shopping experience is an essential part of your Cooking Class in Hue.
Return to Madam Thu Restaurant: Arrive at Madam Thu Restaurant and be welcomed with a refreshing local drink. Before cooking, unwind with a herbal foot bath made from lemongrass, ginger, and lime—a traditional remedy that sets the mood for a relaxed and joyful class.
Cooking Class in Hue – Market to Table: Guided by Madam Thu’s chef, you will learn to prepare three iconic Hue dishes:
The class is hands-on, engaging, and designed to give you a genuine Cooking Class in Hue experience.
Lunch/Dinner & Certificate: Sit down to enjoy your own creations in the cozy ambiance of the restaurant. At the end, you’ll receive a certificate of completion and printed recipes to take home.
| Price (USD/Person) | 1-2 persons | 3-5 persons | 6-10 persons | ||||
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| $ 45 | $ 40 | $ 38 | |||||
| Above 10 pax please Contact WhatsApp Now! | |||||||
A Memorable Day with Madam Thu