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Ms. Phi runs small-group cooking classes out of her restaurant in Hoi An, and the format is better than the tourist-mill versions you’ll find elsewhere. The 4-hour class takes you through rice fields, an organic garden (you actually pick things, not just photograph them), and the local market before you ever touch a pan. Private bookings are available, which makes a real difference.

The cooking itself covers Vietnamese staples, and Phi will go off-script for specific requests – at least one reviewer got a beef pho lesson that wasn’t on the standard menu. You eat what you cook upstairs in the restaurant (fresh passion fruit included, apparently). The 2-hour option exists if you’re short on time, though you’ll miss the field and market portion.

Phi herself is the main reason people come back and tell their friends. She’s a patient teacher who handles mixed-ability groups well, including guests with mobility limitations.

Highlights

Insider Tip
Book the 4-hour class and ask Phi in advance if you want a specific dish - she's been known to add recipes like beef pho that aren't listed anywhere on the menu.
Pros
'- Ms. Phi is consistently warm, knowledgeable, and adapts to the group in front of her
- Small group sizes (including private bookings) make the experience feel personal rather than performative
- The 4-hour format includes the full loop: rice fields, organic garden, market, then cooking
- Vegetarian options available and well-executed
Cons
- No car pickup - at least one guest expecting transport was surprised to find they were cycling or walking to the starting point
- The 2-hour class skips the farm and market visit, which is arguably the best part
Best For
Families, Couples, Beginners, Vegetarian friendly

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