Private Authentic Vietnamese Cooking Class in Boston

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Private Authentic Vietnamese Cooking Class in Boston

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Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Duration
3 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 6 guests
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Language
English
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Experience the essence of Vietnam through a private cooking class in Boston. Learn to prepare authentic dishes like phở, enjoy cultural stories, and create lasting culinary memories.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

More than a cooking class, this is an opportunity to experience Vietnamese culture through food, storytelling, and personal connection. Join Liem in his Boston home as he shares family traditions, culinary techniques, and the fascinating history behind beloved Vietnamese dishes such as phở, crispy eggrolls, and banana blossom salad. As you cook together, you'll learn not only how to recreate authentic recipes but also the cultural significance of the ingredients and flavors that define Vietnamese cuisine. Enjoy the meal you've prepared in a welcoming home setting, creating memories and connections that extend far beyond the kitchen.


Choose the optional market trip and discover Vietnamese ingredients and pantry staples at a local supermarket while learning about Vietnamese food culture.

Sample Menu

STARTER
Banana Blossom Salad - fresh herbs, lime, and a light, tangy dressing
STARTER
Crispy Vietnamese Eggrolls (Chả Giò) - served with dipping sauce
MAIN
Phở - traditional Vietnamese noodle soup with aromatic broth
Recipe from Northern (Ha Noi), Central (Hue, Da Nang) or Southern Vietnam (Mekong)
STARTER
Wine or beer. Crafted cocktails are served upon request

What You Get

Meal featuring the dishes you prepare, plus wine or beer
Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and lactose-free options available with advance notice
Private hands-on Vietnamese cooking class in a local Boston home

Good To Know

  • This immersive Boston cooking class is ideal for food lovers, families, couples, and curious travelers seeking an authentic cultural experience beyond the typical tourist attractions.
  • As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, he is passionate about creating an inclusive and welcoming space where travelers can connect through food, culture, and conversation.
  • Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and lactose-free diets can be accommodated with advance notice.
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

Experience an authentic Vietnamese cooking class in Boston with local host Liem in his home in Dorchester. This private, hands-on culinary experience offers a unique opportunity to learn how to prepare traditional Vietnamese dishes from scratch while discovering the history, culture, and stories behind the food. Begin by learning essential Vietnamese cooking techniques and flavor principles as you prepare a seasonal menu that may include phở noodle soup, crispy eggrolls, banana blossom salad, and other regional specialties. Along the way, Liem shares insights into Vietnamese culinary traditions, ingredients, and how classic dishes have evolved over generations. After cooking, enjoy the meal you helped prepare with a glass of wine or beer. On select days, Liem's husband Tom may join, adding to the welcoming atmosphere. If you select the market trip option, begin with a 30-minute visit to a Vietnamese supermarket in Boston's Dorchester neighborhood. Explore traditional ingredients, fresh herbs, sauces, and pantry staples while learning about Vietnamese food culture. Then travel with Liem to his nearby home for a private, hands-on Vietnamese cooking class and meal.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Truong Thinh Supermarket, Dorchester Avenue, Suffolk County Massachusetts, United States, US, 02122

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Market Trip: Meet your host at Truong Thinh Supermarket Cooking Class: Meet your host at his home. You will receive exact meeting instructions upon booking confirmation.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

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