Banh Mi Baking & Egg Coffee Class in Hanoi

Make banh mi and egg coffee the way Hanoi does, then eat what you've built

A hands-on banh mi baking and Vietnamese coffee class in Hanoi where you knead dough, pickle vegetables, prepare fillings, and brew egg coffee in a local home kitchen with a professional English-speaking chef. Small groups mean real interaction and plenty of time at each step. All ingredients, equipment, homemade wine tasting, and a digital recipe booklet are included. The class runs four hours and ends with a meal of your own creations.

The experience

Hanoi's banh mi starts with a story: French colonial bread meeting Vietnamese herbs, pickles, and bold flavors. This class opens with that history before you step into a local home kitchen and start kneading dough from scratch. You'll pickle the vegetables yourself, prepare the savory fillings (meat or tofu options), mix the essential sauces, and watch the whole thing come together. The chef walks through every step, sharing not just technique but why each element matters to the dish.

Halfway through, the focus shifts to Vietnamese coffee culture. You'll taste and learn about the country's specialty brews (egg coffee, salt coffee, or coconut coffee depending on the day), and brew a cup using the traditional methods. The whipped egg yolk that crowns egg coffee is the kind of detail that seems small until you taste it. By the time you finish, you've made both the food and the drink that define a Hanoi street corner.

The meal comes at the end: your own banh mi and coffee, eaten alongside your hosts and the other travelers in the class. Small groups keep things intimate, so there's real conversation and no standing around waiting for a turn at the stove. You leave with a digital recipe booklet, a cooking certificate if you want one, and the actual muscle memory of how to do this at home. Luggage storage is free for up to two days if you're traveling between neighborhoods.

What’s included

• All ingredients and cooking equipment.
• guidance from a professional English-speaking home chef.
• homemade wine tasting.
• free digital recipe booklet and cooking certificate upon request.
• free luggage storage for up to two days.

Options for this experience

2 options

JOIN-INGuide in English · 8 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 16:00

PRIVATEGuide in English · 9 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 16:00Private class where a chef tailors the menu to your preferences. Soft drinks and beer are complimentary.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day9 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 16:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (11 and older) · Child (3 to 10 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Public transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Love Kitchen Lab

Is this one for you?Choose the join-in option if you want to meet other travelers and share the meal at the end. Book private if you prefer the class and kitchen to yourselves, with the same four hours and all inclusions either way.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 10 years); Infant (under 3): free.

Can I choose between meat and tofu for the banh mi filling?

Yes. The class offers both options, and you'll prepare whichever filling you prefer as part of the hands-on lesson.

What exactly is egg coffee and how is it made?

Egg coffee blends strong Vietnamese espresso with whipped egg yolk to create a rich, creamy, dessert-like drink. You'll learn the traditional brewing method and make your own cup during the class.

How many people are in each class?

Small groups ensure plenty of interaction with the chef and time at each station. The exact number varies, but the class is designed to stay intimate rather than crowded.

Is this class suitable for someone with no cooking experience?

Yes. Every step is hands-on and the chef guides you through kneading, pickling, and assembly from the beginning. No prior experience is needed.

What's included in the price, and what costs extra?

The class includes all ingredients and equipment, guidance from the English-speaking chef, homemade wine tasting, a digital recipe booklet, and a cooking certificate. Beverages beyond the coffee and wine tasting, tips, and personal expenses are not included.

How do I get to the class, and is there parking?

Public transportation options are available near the kitchen. If you need luggage storage, the class offers free space for up to two days.