Nua Market – Cooking Class – Tay Phuong Pagoda – Bamboo Dragonfly Village – 1 Day

Welcome to our Hanoi Local Cooking Class! To kick off your culinary adventure, we’ll take a leisurely stroll to the nearby Nua Market, where you’ll be introduced to various key ingredients commonly found in Vietnamese kitchens.

Following this market exploration, we’ll dive into the preparation of main dishes, giving you a firsthand experience in selecting, seasoning, and artfully plating a typical Vietnamese meal. Your dedication will be rewarded with a delightful lunch that you’ve prepared yourself – an experience truly worth savoring!

In the afternoon, our exploration will lead us to Tay Phuong Pagoda, situated in the West, is celebrated as a haven of perfect bliss for Buddha. Renowned for its extensive collection of invaluable sculptures crafted from various materials, Tay Phuong provides a serene sanctuary for those in search of a tranquil space, away from the hustle and bustle of noise and dust. The pagoda stands as a testament to both artistic excellence and spiritual serenity.

Thach Xa Bamboo Dragonfly Village has the historical and long-standing beauty of the capital’s rustic and close people, attracting tourists from near and far to visit. From straight bamboo sticks, artisans with their skillful and delicate hands create bamboo dragonflies with eye-catching and flexible colors.

Explore Nua Market and Cooking Class with Locals

Explore Nua Market and Cooking Class with Locals

Your tour begins when the local guide picks you up at your hotel or meets you at the appointment. The class will start at 9:30 and it lasts 3.5 hours. Let’s begin with the market trip! The Nua Market is a bustling hub with the distinctive characteristics of the Northern Delta and echoes of Hanoi’s traditional market dating back to the 11th century.

Our local guide will lead you through this vibrant marketplace, showcasing the selection of main ingredients, herbs, and spices crucial to Vietnamese cuisine. Learn valuable tips for navigating and bargaining in the Vietnamese market, empowering you to engage like a seasoned local.

After securing the ingredients for our class, we’ll head back to the cooking kitchen. Our local chef will begin by sharing the principles and general methods for various dishes before guiding you directly through the preparation process. Armed with the chef’s expertise and additional tips from our guide, you’ll have the opportunity to cook and relish your culinary masterpieces. By participating in our Hanoi Cuisine cooking class, you not only gain valuable cooking skills but also enhance your bargaining prowess in Vietnam.

Conclude your immersive experience by savoring a delicious lunch featuring the fruits of your culinary endeavors with our Hanoi Cuisine.

Afternoon in Tay Phuong Pagoda & Bamboo Dragonfly Village
After lunch, we transfer to Tay Phuong Pagoda where consists of three buildings built in a descending sequence on the hillside. The pagoda owns the construction dating from the 8th century. Here we have time to pass 239 steps made of laterite to get the pagoda sitting on a hill of 50 m in height. In the late afternoon, we will transfer back to Hanoi for departure. Trip ends.

Thach Xa bamboo dragonfly village exudes the historical and enduring charm of the capital’s rustic and warm-hearted community, beckoning visitors from both near and far. Here, artisans, using their skillful and delicate hands, transform straight bamboo sticks into captivating bamboo dragonflies adorned with eye-catching and flexible colors. This artistry not only showcases the village’s craftsmanship but also serves as a testament to its rich cultural heritage, inviting tourists to immerse themselves in the beauty of this age-old tradition.