Tour in Ho Chi Minh City

Two glasses with traditional Vietnamese drip coffee filters on a wooden table with spoons and napkins in the background
5.0(31)
From $28.00
per person
2h 30m
Food & Cooking Classes
Ho Chi Minh City

Vietnam Coffee Journey - Make extraordinary tasty coffee yourself

At a Glance

Type
Food & Cooking Classes
Duration
2h 30m
Rating
5.0/5 (31)
Price
From $28.00/person
Fitness
Low - The tour involves s...

Tour Details

During the activities, you'll try 6 different coffee drinks (from pure black coffee to the most iconic ones with ingredients) and the stories / origins behind them. There're always reasons, background situations connected to each of the drink. You will understand more about Vietnam history through the coffee tasting, as well as the people characteristics from different parts of the country reflexes on the drinks. Coffee is not just a drink, but how it's much more important to us.

Hands-on brewing the coffee yourself. You'll get to know How to use "Phin" (traditional Vietnamese coffee dripper), together with the methods to make the iconic coffee drinks of Southern & Northern Vietnam (the "Ca phe sua" - condensed milk coffee & "Ca phe trung" - egg coffee). You'll be ready to make them at home easily with my tasty recipes/tips, an experienced QC / barista coach. All in all, a complete picture of everything you need to know about Vietnamese coffee.

What Makes This Tour Special

The hands-on method of brewing coffee using a traditional Phin filter and making both southern-style sweetened condensed milk coffee and northern-style egg coffee. The tour is led by a coach with quality control and barista expertise, providing detailed brewing tips and recipes to replicate the drinks at home.
  • Taste six distinct Vietnamese coffee drinks with stories tying them to local history and culture.
  • Personal guidance on traditional brewing techniques for both northern and southern Vietnam styles.
  • Insight into the socio-cultural significance of coffee in Vietnam beyond just the beverage.
  • Practical recipes and tips for making authentic Vietnamese coffee at home.
  • Led by an experienced barista and quality control expert familiar with Vietnamese coffee production.

Historical Background

Coffee was introduced to Vietnam by French colonists in the late 19th century, and since then, it has evolved into a lively part of Vietnamese daily life. The distinct brewing techniques and coffee varieties reflect regional adaptations and social changes throughout Vietnam's modern history.

Is This Tour Worth It?

This food & cooking classes activity is highly rated at 5.0/5 across 31 reviews, running 2h 30m from $28.00 per person.

Best For

FamiliesFood & drink loversBudget travelers
Less ideal for: Wheelchair users

Pros

  • +Outstanding rating: 5.0/5
  • +Booked through Viator

Cons

  • -Cancellation policy not specified
  • -Inclusions not listed

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