Why to visit Cooking Sessions at Tra Que Village
Tra Que Village is a small village near Hoi An where local farmers are farming fresh herbs and vegetables. This village has followed organic farming for more than 300 years. The mineral-rich soil gives a very delicious taste to the vegetables. Many people come here to have a touch of Vietnamese rural life and cooking experience.
Cooking Activities here offer you a glimpse of the natural aspects and delightful Vietnamese cuisine.
1. Cooking Class
- In class, the local chef teaches you step-by-step how to prepare.
- Some examples of traditional Vietnamese dishes that you can prepare include Banh Xeo (crispy pancake), fresh spring rolls, and Pho (noodle soup).
- Fresh flavors are included in the dishes, but the cooking method is simple.
2. Choose Fresh Ingredients
- Before beginning to cook, you will visit the vegetable farms. You will pick fresh herbs, lettuce, basil, and other ingredients.
- The farmers explain how they grow crops naturally without using chemicals. You can even help water the plants using traditional watering cans.
3. Learn Traditional Cooking Methods
- The locals teach you how to use a charcoal stove for cooking as well as show you how one can balance all flavors with mixes of sweet, sour, salty, and spices.
- You can also learn how to make the dipping sauce, which also forms an indispensable part of Vietnamese cuisine.
Other Things To Do With Cooking Sessions
- Taste Vietnamese Tea: Taste leafy herbs fresh from the village.
- Ride a bicycle: Explore the countryside and farmlands.
- Farm try-out: Learn how local farmers farm using local methods.
Nearby Attractions
- Hoi An Ancient Town (3 km)
- An Bang Beach (5 km)
- Cam Thanh Coconut Village (7 km)
Visit Information
- Cost: $32 to $65 USD per person, depending on the package and inclusions.
- Timing: 9 AM – 4 PM (it may change)
- Average Duration: 2 to 3 hours
Distance
From Hoi An: 3km, 10 minutes by bike
